Compact Swing Clamps-Threaded Cartridge
5000 psi max. Single acting. Swing Clamps utilize a sturdy helical-cam mechanism to swing the clamping arm clear for unrestricted loading. The Compact Swing Clamps shown here are extremely small, economical clamps suitable for many applications. Clamping arm can be mounted to start its 90° swing from any position within 360°. The threaded-cartridge version is designed specifically for space-saving manifold mounting.Available in one clamp size, single acting or double acting, with a choice of clockwise, counterclockwise, or 0° swing.
Clamping Action
Swing Clamps are pull-type cylinders where part of the total stroke is used to swing the piston, and the remaining stroke is available as the clamping range. Applying fluid pressure swings arm 90° over workpiece then clamps down. The single-acting version shown here has a fast, totally dependable spring return that lifts the arm, then swings it back 90° for loading/unloading.
Design Considerations
Due to their small size, these Swing Clamps do not have overload protection; therefore the swing motion must not be restricted in any way. Be sure to adjust the contact bolt so that the clamp completes its full swing stroke and starts its clamping stroke before contacting the workpiece. To be safe, use low operating pressure during initial setup. Do not exceed maximum fluid flow rate in table. For extended clamp life a simple flow-control valve may be required if the fixture is powered by a high-flow-rate power sThece and only contains a few clamps. Clamping time should be at least one second.
Mounting & Fluid Supply
Screw clamp into fixture up to the body hex. Threaded-cartridge clamps have O-ring seals on their outside diameter, so they require a precision mounting hole.
Material
Item | Material | Heat Treat | Finish |
Piston | Alloy steel | - | nitrated for wear and corrosion resistance |
House | Mild Steel | - | Nitrated for wear and corrosion resistance |
Piston Rod Wiper | Viton | - | - |
Parts Specification
Clamp Size | Swing Direction | Maximum Clamping Force (lbs) | Maximum Clamping Force (kn) | Clamping Stroke (mm) | Total Stroke (mm) | A Thread |
1 Series | 90° ccw | 450 lbs. | 2.0 kN | 6mm | 16mm | M28x1.5 |

Warning:
This product can expose you to materials and/or chemicals including arsenic, lead, and other materials and/or chemicals which are known to the state of California to cause cancer and/or reproductive harm.
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