OETIKER 153 Series 1 Ear Clamps, Stainless Steel

153 Series 1 Ear Clamps, Stainless Steel

What are Oetiker ear clamps?
Oetiker ear clampsare designed to connect a tube to a pipe or fitting (like a hose barb connection) without an adhesive. These non greased clamps are ideal for applications where leakage is a concern. By maintaining very low geometry, the closed ear increases clamping force and creates a spring effect when the hose material expands or contracts in response to thermal or mechanical influences such as temperature & vibration. These ear clamps are a great alternative to plastic securing clamps and zip ties.
Oetiker 153 Series single ear clamps are made of stainless steel and are spot welded instead of using a mechanical interlock, to offer superior structural stability and corrosion resistance. Once the bands have been pinched around the hose, the clamps are placed over the end of the connecting hose, tightening the band around the hose & creating a secure fit. To ensure that you have a proper fit, make sure that the ear clamp size is only slightly larger than the hose size. There should be a difference of 0.4 mm between the inside diameter of the clip and the overall diameter of the tube & fitting. It is recommended to use a single ear clamp when space is limited, and a double ear clamp when there is enough space. These Oetiker stainless steel ear clamps are integrated with a mechanical interlock for keeping the clamps securely closed and preventing corrosion due to spot welding closure of the clamps. They have uniquely formed, burr free strip edges for reducing the risk of damage to hoses or other parts being clamped. Raptor Supplies offers these Oetiker ear clamps in sizes ranging from 2.9 to 17.5 inches.

Uses

Oetiker 153 Series single ear clamps are used for fastening flexible hoses or tubing to a connection where a permanent joint is required. They are suitable for fuel line systems, air conveying pipes, airbags, water cooling / heating systems and low pressure hydraulic systems.

Working Mechanism

How do you use Oetiker 153 Series single ear clamps?

• Oetiker 153 Series single ear clamps have a metal band with a protruding ear, the sides of which are forced together to tighten the ring around the hose.
• The metal band is fitted around the hose that needs to be connected. If you don't do this first, you won't be able to introduce the clamp from the other end of the hose once the hose is attached.
• When the clamp is on, the hose passes over the pipe or pipe fitting.
• To ensure a snug fit and no gaps once the clamp is secured, the inside diameter of the hose should be close to the outside diameter of the pipe.
• By using specialised pincers, the ear clamp tightens around the attached hose, forcing the sides together.
• These pincers are available in a standard style that closes the clamp by being held parallel to the ear, and a side jaw style that closes the clamp by being held perpendicular to the ear. Using side jaw pincers, you can reach tight spaces that are difficult to reach with traditional pincers.
• It is important to crimp Oetiker clamps with a single tool stroke only. If you crimp them more, the clamp might become damaged.