Q: I’m running a process that requires a titanium hose clamp. I need a clamp that won’t damage the hose and provides a reliable seal as we are dealing with toxic chemicals in a very technical application. Is one type of hose clamp better than the other?

A: A worm drive hose clamp is easily identifiable for its slotted band which is fed through the threads of the screw like a gear – tightening as it feeds through. These are an economic, reusable solution, but probably not best for you. For this application I would recommend a medium duty hose clamp. Titanium medium duty hose clamps have a bolt and nut fastening mechanism with rolled band edges. This provides a very secure solution for both high and low pressure applications. The smooth rolled edges will also be less damaging to the hose than the slotted band of a worm drive.

Q: I’m looking for a clamp for a drinking water tank vent screen. We work with many tanks but this tank apparently has a higher chlorine residual so the 304SS worm drive clamps don’t last long. The clamp that we fabricated was a little too stiff so there were gaps and it was difficult to make “bug proof”. I think I’m looking for a giant hose clamp made from hastelloy or something with similar resistance to chlorine water vapor.

A: I would suggest our medium-duty hose clamp in titanium grade 2. A titanium hose clamp should be able to handle it. Let us know the exact dimensions of the hose clamp and we can give you a quote. We will need the exact outer diameter as these hose clamps do not have very much adjustability.