Made-to-Order V-Band Clamps/Couplings0 pages

V-BAND CLAMPS/COUPLINGS
Made-to-Order
Clampco V-Band Couplings, also known as V-Band Clamps or V-Clamps, join flanges
with V-shaped profiles. A V-Band Coupling operates by exerting a wedging load,
which squeezes the flanges together. The V-Band Couplings can be designed to work
with or without gaskets and O-rings. The material gauge, latch style, and number
of retainer segments all vary depending on the requirements for each application.
V-Band Couplings eliminate the
need for cumber some bolted
flange designs and costly welded
flange designs. Because V-Band
Couplings can be easily assembled
and disassembled, they are often
used on equipment that requires
frequent service or maintenance.
Typical V-Band applications
include pumps, engines, exhaust
systems, filters, and food and
chemical processing equipment.

How to Determine Your V-Band Clamp/Coupling
Description Code
Clampco’s description code contains 7 segments, each representing
a different part of the clamp/coupling.

CLAMPCO LATCH STYLES

T-BOLT LATCH
The Clampco T-bolt latch is used for permanent or semipermanent applications and/or safety on pressurized
systems. The T-bolt latch is our most economical latch.

QUICK RELEASE LATCH
The Clampco quick release latch is used for ease of
disassembly and is required where the ability to replace
bolts is desired.

SADDLE QUICK RELEASE LATCH
The saddle quick release latch is also used for ease
of disassembly and where the ability to replace bolts is
desired. It is not recommended for diameters larger than
10 in. [254 mm] due to trunnion/band interference.

Below is a sample description code:

V01-3-52-00-N-0588-S2
It’s easy to create your made-to-order V-Band Clamp/Coupling description
code, just follow these 7 easy steps:
1. Determine Latch & Band or Strap Style Code

V01-3-52-00-N-0588-S2
2. Determine Number of Retainer Segments

V01-3-52-00-N-0588-S2

LIGHT-DUTY OVER CENTER LATCH
The light-duty over center latch is used on applications
that require frequent assembly or disassembly. No tools
are required for opening and closing the clamp after
initial installation. This latch style is ideal for light-duty
applications on small diameters and requires a 3⁄16 in.
diameter T-bolt.
(Note: Not recommended for pressurized applications)

3. Determine Retainer Series Code

V01-3-52-00-N-0588-S2
4. Determine Product Design Code

V01-3-52-00-N-0588-S2
5. Determine Bolt Code

V01-3-52-00-N-0588-S2

MEDIUM-DUTY OVER CENTER LATCH
The medium-duty over center latch is well suited for
heavier applications and on larger diameters. No tools
are required for opening and closing the clamp after
initial installation. It is available with either a 1⁄4 in. or
5
⁄16 in. diameter T-bolt.
(Note: Not recommended for pressurized applications)

6. Determine Retainer Inside Diameter Code

V01-3-52-00-N-0588-S2
7. Determine Nut, Knob, or T-Handle Code

V01-3-52-00-N-0588-S2

HEAVY-DUTY OVER CENTER LATCH
The heavy-duty over center latch is well suited for
heavy-duty applications and large diameters. It is
available with 3⁄8 in. diameter T-bolt.
(Note: Not recommended for pressurized applications)

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