How to choose the right sized hose clamp?
To choose the right size hose clamp, measure the outside diameter of the hose and fitting application with the hose installed on the desired pipe or tube. Calipers or a tape rule are both accurate methods of ensuring proper measurement. Once you've gotten an accurate measurement, choose a hose clamp where the hose diameter falls in the middle of the clamp's range.
How to properly position a hose clamp?
Hose clamps come in a variety of shapes, styles, and sizes. However, most all of them follow the same guidelines for proper placement on a hose and tube/pipe fitting. Once the hose is pressed securely onto the mating part, position the hose clamp toward the end of the hose with approximately 1/4 inch space between the clamp and the end of the hose.
Where can I buy hose clamps?
Buy hose clamps online at huyett.com or by phone at 785-392-3017. Huyett is a proud master distributor of Oetiker® hose clamps. Choose from over 1300 products in a variety of styles and sizes. If you don't see what you are looking for, or need assistance with a special project, contact our friendly, experienced sales team today!
Ear Hose Clamps
What is an ear hose clamp?
Ear hose clamps are composed of a band with one or more integrated “ears.” The ears are closed using a pincer tool to create a tight, permanent, leak proof connection at the hose fitting. Other common variations of ear clamps include interlock, adjustable, and Stepless® tongue‑in‑groove clamps to accommodate a variety of application requirements. Ear hose clamps are often used in demanding applications where thin walled hoses, plastics, and soft and hard rubbers are present.
1-Ear Hose Clamp
2-Ear Hose Clamp
How to install an ear hose clamp:
- Slide the hose clamp radially over the hose. (Adjustable hose clamps can be opened and installed axially.)
- Push the hose end onto the intended tube, pipe, or nipple fittings.
- Slide the clamp toward the hose end, leaving a 1/4 inch gap between the clamp and the hose end.
- Using a pair of pincers, pinch the ears of the clamp closed to tighten the clamp around the hose.
- Repeat Step 4 to close additional ears on the clamp.
Plastic Hose Clamps
How do plastic hose clamps work?
Plastic hose clamps are a one piece nylon clamp featuring a toothed, ratcheting mechanism that locks the clamp in place. The ends of the clamp feature engineered openings with interlocking teeth. As the openings are pressed together, the teeth interlock, preventing loosening of the clamp. To release the clamp, grasp one side of the interlocking assembly with a pair of pliers and push sideways. The teeth will slide apart and the clamp will release.
Quick Release Hose Clamps
What is a quick release hose clamp?
Quick release hose clamps are similar to the common worm drive hose clamps, however, the worm screw is designed to pivot away from the clamp band to fully disengage from the perforations. During installation, the worm screw is disengaged to allow the band to be cinched down by hand. Once the desired amount of slack has been removed, the screw snaps down allowing the worm gear to mesh with the perforations in the band. The band can then be tightened using common hand tools.
Spring Hose Clamps
What is a spring hose clamp?
Spring clamps, sometimes referred to as constant tension clamps, are a wide band, spring steel hose clamp that provides constant pressure on fittings. The spring qualities of the clamp allow it to maintain tension as joints expand and contract with temperature fluctuations. Due to their superior clamping force, spring hose clamps are commonly used on pressurized applications such as cooling systems in vehicles.
T-Bolt Hose Clamps
Who sells T-Bolt hose clamps?
Huyett offers a wide range of high quality t‑bolt hose clamps available in a variety of sizes. Our t‑bolt clamps provide high tensile strength, durability and corrosion resistance, perfect for medium and heavy‑duty applications. If you don’t find what you are looking for, call our friendly, experienced sales team today!
How do T-Bolt clamps work?
T‑Bolt hose clamps, or racing clamps, are considered a quick release clamp designed with a steel band and a captive bolt T‑bolt that is tightened by a hex nut. The “T” end of the bolt is secured in a loop at one end of the clamp band with the opposing end of the bolt fitted through a pivoting housing with its threads protruding out the opposite end.
The threaded end of the bolt acts as a lever, and when pivoted away from the metal band, loosens the clamp. To tighten the clamp, simply pivot the bolt down onto the clamp and secure it place by tightening the hex nut against the bolt housing.
Wire Hose Clamps
What is a wire hose clamp?
A wire hose clamp is a constant tension clamp made from round wire in single or double wire configurations. These simple hose clamps are able to provide constant pressure on fittings as they expand and contract with temperature fluctuations. Designed for moderate to low pressure applications, wire hose clamps are often found on vacuum systems in the automotive industry.
How does a worm drive clamp work?
Worm drive, or worm gear, hose clamps are one of the most frequently used types of hose clamps. Worm gear hose clamps feature a captive worm gear screw attached at one end of a steel band. The opposite end of the band loops around and feeds into a slot under the worm gear. As the band is fed through, the worm gear screw engages perforations in the band. The screw can then be tightened or loosened using common hand tools to increase or decrease the band diameter as needed.
How to install self-tapping grease fittings
Worm drive hose clamps can be installed and uninstalled using common hand tools. To install, the clamp’s band is wrapped around a hose or tube, feeding the loose end of the band into the captive screw assembly. As the screw is turned clockwise the screws threads engage slots in the band to advance the band and tighten it around the hose.
