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[[Category:Fluid parts]]

====== Introduction ======
A hose clamp or hose clip or hose lock is a device used to attach and seal a hose onto a fitting such as a barb or nipple.  Many types are available.

====== Challenges ======
Adapting existing systems to standard Replimat push fit connectors often requires hose clamps.  Hose clamps are also sometimes needed to shut off flow through a system.

====== Approaches ======
3D print hose clamps.

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Hose clamp 1.jpg|
Hose clamp 2.jpg|
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====== References ======
  *  [[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hose_clamp|Wikipedia: Hose clamp]]