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Clamp links or fittings , also known as grip links or clamping links, are devices used to secure the union between two pieces, such as flanges, tubes, hoses or conduits, among others. These links are designed to hold the piece securely and firmly, preventing accidental movement or displacement.
Clamp links consist of a stainless steel plate that fits around the piece to be clamped, and a fixing mechanism. These fixings join the two plates of the links together, using a joint with a specific type of shape.
Clamp links are basically made of quality 316 stainless steel and have various regulations.
The most important ones are:
- BS4825 for BWG/SWG tube (imperial) This standard sets out the specifications for clamp fittings used in sanitary piping systems, especially in the food and pharmaceutical industries.
- ISO2852 for tube ISO 1127 this standard defines the dimensions, materials and characteristics of clamp fittings used in hygienic applications in the food, pharmaceutical and chemical industries.
- DIN32676 for DIN 44850 tube this standard establishes the specifications for clamp fittings used in sanitary piping systems, especially in the food and pharmaceutical industries.
There are several models of clamp fittings, designed to adapt to different types of pipes, hoses or conduits, and to meet the needs of specific applications. Some of the most common models are:
- Straight clamp fittings: this model is the most common and is used to join two straight sections of pipe or hose.
- T-clamp fittings: this model is used to connect three sections of pipe or hose in a direction perpendicular to the center section.
- Y clamp fittings: This model is used to connect three sections of pipe or hose in a Y-shaped direction.
- Cross clamp fittings: this model is used to connect four sections of pipe or hose in a crossed direction.
- Reducer clamp fittings: this model is used to connect pipe or hose sections of different diameters.
- Elbow clamp fittings, at 45º or 90º: this model is also very common and is used to join two sections of pipe or hose.
- Clamp fittings or also called TRICLAMP, for hose: this model is specifically used to join hoses and provide a hermetic seal.
- Fittings with pink outlet, can be both male and female.
We can also highlight several accessories and valves with clamp-type terminations that facilitate and extend a good installation with pipes and hoses. They can be butterfly or ball valves, non-return valves, valves with actuator, etc.
Clamp fittings or links are widely used in different industries, especially those that require a high degree of hygiene and safety in their piping systems.
Some of the industries where clamp fittings can be installed are:
- Food industry: in the production, processing and packaging of foods and beverages, including dairy products, beers, soft drinks, among others.
- Pharmaceutical industry: in the production of medicines, biological products and chemicals used in human and animal health.
- Chemical industry: in the production, processing and transportation of chemicals, petrochemicals, fuels and other fluids.
- Cosmetic industry: in the production and packaging of cosmetic products, including creams, lotions, shampoos, among others.
- Paper industry: in the production of paper and wood-derived products, such as cardboard and cellulose pulp.
- Water treatment industry: in the production and distribution of drinking water and in the treatment of wastewater.
- Semiconductor processing industry: in the production of chips and other electronic components.
