Clamps

High Pressure Clamps BVV recommends tightening all High Pressure to their specified Inch-LBS of torque. We do not recommend tightening high-pressure bolts with an impact gun because this may cause threads to jump or be marred which can cause failure of the bolt or seal.  For Torque Specification use the link to the data sheet below.  Torque Specification Data Sheet   Specifications: Mounting Type: Bolted  Material: 304 Stainless Steel Bolt Material: 304 Stainless Steel (3/8"-16 Bolt) Nut Material: Brass (5/8 Wrench Size w/ 3/8"-16 Thread Size) Connection Type: Tri-Clamp

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Tri-clamp/ Tri Clover Single Hinge Clamp BVV™ recommends tightening all Standard Pressure Clamps (Non-High Pressure) to finger tight and then use either a screwdriver or wrench to tighten them approximately 2 full turns to achieve the torque specified on the data sheet. All tightening should be accordance with the data sheet.  It is not recommended to overtighten the clamp and bottom it out as this will cause the gasket to be over-compressed and put too much tension on the clamp threads, which could cause it to fail.  Overtightening can also cause stretching on the clamp reducing its operational effectiveness.  Torque Specification Data Sheet Specifications: Mounting Type: Hinged (The 1.5" Clamp is Double Hinged) Material: 304 Stainless Steel Bolt Material: 304 Stainless Steel (3/8"-16 Bolt) Nut Material: Brass (5/8 Wrench Size w/ 3/8"-16 Thread Size) Connection Type: Tri-Clamp

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