Stainless Steel Hose Clamps

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  • Worm Drive Hose Clip - 10 Pack Motor Vehicle Engine Parts Auto Silicone Hoses

    Worm Drive Hose Clip - 10 Pack

    7mm Hex Head 12mm Band Width 0.8mm Thick
    Regular price From £4.80
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  • Worm Drive Hose Clip - 100 Pack Motor Vehicle Engine Parts Auto Silicone Hoses W4 Stainless Steel 9mm>12mm No

    Worm Drive Hose Clip - 100 Pack

    7mm Hex Head 12mm Band Width 0.8mm Thick
    Regular price From £44.00
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  • Worm Drive Hose Clip - 100 Pack Motor Vehicle Engine Parts Auto Silicone Hoses

    Worm Drive Hose Clip

    7mm Hex Head 12mm Band Width 0.8mm Thick
    Regular price From £0.48
    Sale price From £0.48 Regular price
  • T Bolt Hose Clamp Clips & Clamps Auto Silicone Hoses

    T Bolt Hose Clamp

    M5/6/8 Head 18-24mm Band Width Smooth Inner
    Regular price From £1.09
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  • Mini Fuel Hose Clip - 10 Pack Clips & Clamps Auto Silicone Hoses

    Mini Fuel Hose Clip

    Hex Head 9mm Band Width 0.6mm Thick
    Regular price From £0.38
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  • T Bolt Hose Clamp - 10 Pack Motor Vehicle Engine Parts Auto Silicone Hoses W4 Stainless Steel 17mm>19mm

    T Bolt Hose Clamp - 10 Pack

    M5/6/8 Head 18-24mm Band Width Smooth Inner
    Regular price From £10.90
    Sale price From £10.90 Regular price
  • Mini Fuel Hose Clip - 100 Pack Clips & Clamps Auto Silicone Hoses

    Mini Fuel Hose Clip - 100 Pack

    Hex Head 9mm Band Width 0.6mm Thick
    Regular price From £38.00
    Sale price From £38.00 Regular price
  • Mini Fuel Hose Clip - 10 Pack Clips & Clamps Auto Silicone Hoses

    Mini Fuel Hose Clip - 10 Pack

    Hex Head 9mm Band Width 0.6mm Thick
    Regular price From £3.80
    Sale price From £3.80 Regular price
  • T Bolt Hose Clamp - 100 Pack Motor Vehicle Engine Parts Auto Silicone Hoses W4 Stainless Steel 17mm>19mm

    T Bolt Hose Clamp - 100 Pack

    M5/6/8 Head 18-24mm Band Width Smooth Inner
    Regular price From £109.00
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  • Assorted T-Bolt Hose Clamps Auto Silicone Hoses W1 Zinc Plated 2 Of Each - 46 Clips

    Assorted T-Bolt Hose Clamps

    23 Sizes 18mm Band Width 2, 5 or 10 Of Each
    Regular price From £69.31
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  • Assorted Mini Hose Clips Auto Silicone Hoses W1 Zinc Plated 2 Of Each - 22 Clips

    Assorted Mini Hose Clips

    11 Sizes 9mm Band Width 2, 5 or 10 Of Each
    Regular price From £8.10
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  • Assorted Worm Drive Hose Clips Auto Silicone Hoses W1 Zinc Plated 2 Of Each - 36 Clips

    Assorted Worm Drive Hose Clips

    18 Sizes 12mm Band Width 2, 5 or 10 Of Each
    Regular price From £24.11
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Stainless Steel Hose Clamps

Hose clips and clamps are devices used to attach and secure a hose onto a fitting, such as a barb or nipple. They are typically made from metal, such as stainless steel or galvanized steel, and are designed to tightly grip the hose and fitting in order to prevent the hose from slipping off or leaking. Hose clips and clamps are used in a wide range of applications, including automotive, industrial, and domestic settings.

There are several different types of hose clips and clamps available, each with its own unique characteristics and uses. For example, worm drive hose clips are commonly used in automotive and industrial applications because they are easy to install and provide a strong, secure connection. These clips feature a screw-like design that tightens around the hose and fitting as the screw is turned, creating a tight seal. Another popular type of hose clip is the T-bolt clamp, which uses a bolt and nut system to clamp the hose onto a fitting. T-bolt clamps are often used in high-pressure applications because they can provide a very strong and secure connection.

In terms of technical characteristics, hose clips and clamps are typically rated for use at specific pressure and temperature ranges. For example, a hose clip may be rated for use at pressures up to 100 pounds per square inch (PSI) and temperatures up to 300 degrees Fahrenheit. It is important to choose the right type of hose clip or clamp for the specific application in order to ensure that the connection is secure and able to withstand the expected operating conditions.

Worm Drive Clip | T-Bolt Clamp | Mini Fuel Line Clip | Rubber Lined P-Clip | Hose Clip Driver

Which stainless clamp do I need?

Worm drive clips for general coolant, water and low-pressure air. T-bolt clamps for boost, intercooler and turbo pipework and anywhere with real vibration. Mini fuel clips for small-bore fuel, oil, air and water lines. All are available in W4 stainless, in singles, 10 and 100 packs and assorted boxes.

What is the difference between W1 and W4?

W1 is zinc-plated steel - cheaper, fine for dry indoor and general workshop use. W4 is stainless throughout, which is what you want for weather, coolant, road salt or a marine environment. Given that a seized or failed clip in an awkward place costs far more than the clip did, W4 is usually the sensible choice.

Is W4 fully stainless?

Yes - band, housing and screw. That matters more than it sounds: some cheaper clips sold as stainless use a stainless band with a plated screw, which is the part that seizes first. If the screw corrodes, the clip cannot be adjusted or removed without cutting it off.

How do I choose the size?

Size to the outside diameter of the hose once fitted over the pipe, not to the hose bore. Clips are listed by adjustment range - for example 9mm to 12mm - and your fitted diameter should sit around the middle of that range. A clip at the very end of its travel has almost no thread engaged.

Why use a T-bolt instead of a worm drive?

A worm drive concentrates its force near the screw housing and its perforated band can bite into soft silicone. A T-bolt applies even pressure right round the joint with a smooth inner band and holds tension through heat cycling far better. On any pressurised charge air joint, the T-bolt is the correct part.

How tight should they be?

Firm, not crushed. Compress the hose evenly against the pipe without the band biting in - over-tightening is a more common cause of leaks than under-tightening. Re-check after the first few heat cycles, because a new joint beds in and a clip that felt tight when cold often needs a small nip.