DESTACO 98W Electric Pivot Unit Review: Features and Uses of the Programmable Electric Pivot Unit
Updated: 7 days ago
The DESTACO 98W is an electric pivot unit for swinging clamp arms and tooling in welding and assembly fixtures. The manufacturer does not publish a price. This review covers its specifications, features and uses.
Quick Verdict
98W replaces air with an electric drive. The pivot angle is programmable over 360° with several easily adjusted positions, torque stays constant regardless of opening angle, and the unit self-locks with controlled acceleration, deceleration and early-cycle release. One unit covers four pneumatic sizes and fits where 125, 160 and 200 mm cylinder units were used, and it is lighter than pneumatic equivalents. Torque, cycle time, voltage and IP rating are not listed.
DESTACO 98W Electric Pivot Unit at a Glance
Type: Electric pivot unit
Angle: Programmable 360°
Torque: Constant
Locking: Self-locking
Replaces: 4 pneumatic sizes
Price: on request
DESTACO 98W Electric Pivot Unit Technical Specifications
The table below lists what the manufacturer states.
Specification | DESTACO 98W Electric Pivot Unit |
Manufacturer | DESTACO |
Pivot angle | Programmable, over 360° |
Torque | Constant across opening angle |
Locking | Self-locking |
Motion | Controlled acceleration and deceleration |
Replaces | Four pneumatic sizes (125, 160, 200 mm cylinders) |
Modes | Programmed setting, continuous |
Torque value and voltage | Not stated |
Design and Build Quality
Variable arm and saddle mounting with motor options; lighter than pneumatic units.
Software and Integration
Programmable Positions
Angles set in software.
Two Modes
Programmed setting or continuous operation.
DESTACO 98W Electric Pivot Unit Applications and Use Cases
Body-in-White Fixtures
Swinging clamp arms.
Welding Cells
Tooling positioning.
Assembly Fixtures
Electric-only lines.
DESTACO 98W Electric Pivot Unit Price and Value
DESTACO does not publish a price for the DESTACO 98W Electric Pivot Unit; it is quoted on request.
For the company behind the product, read the Destaco Company Profile: Ownership, Figures and Products.
Pros and Cons
Pros
Programmable angle
Constant torque
Replaces four sizes
Energy saving
Cons
Specs not on page
Higher upfront complexity than air
No published price
Who Should Buy the DESTACO 98W Electric Pivot Unit?
It fits automotive fixture builders moving from pneumatic to electric tooling.
DESTACO 98W Electric Pivot Unit FAQ
How much does the DESTACO 98W Electric Pivot Unit cost?
DESTACO does not publish a price for the DESTACO 98W Electric Pivot Unit; it is quoted on request.
What is the DESTACO 98W?
An electric pivot unit for fixtures.
Is the angle programmable?
Yes, over 360°.
Is torque constant?
Yes, regardless of opening angle.
What does it replace?
Four pneumatic pivot unit sizes.
Is it self-locking?
Yes.
Is it lighter than pneumatic units?
Yes, according to DESTACO.
Are torque figures published?
Not on the product page.
Specifications are based on manufacturer information and may change.
