Dixon Valve Coupling 13WGC100-150 Worm Gear Clamp

Product Description

The DIXON VALVE COUPLING 13WGC100-150 is a worm gear clamp designed to secure hose connections in fluid-handling, plumbing, and mechanical systems. Worm gear clamps use a slotted metal band driven by a screw mechanism to apply radial clamping force around a hose or fitting, creating a reliable, leak-resistant seal. The unit weighs 0.1235 pounds, making it a lightweight single-piece fastener. Plumbers, HVAC technicians, and general mechanical contractors use this style of clamp across a wide range of service and installation work where hose-to-barb or hose-to-pipe connections must be secured against pressure or vibration.

This worm gear clamp is suited for residential and light commercial applications including plumbing supply lines, HVAC condensate and coolant hoses, pool and spa plumbing, and general fluid-transfer hose assemblies. The clamp is sold individually and is appropriate wherever a single hose connection requires a field-adjustable, tool-tightened fastener.

Key Features

• Worm gear screw mechanism provides adjustable, uniform clamping force around the hose
• Lightweight construction at 0.1235 pounds for easy single-handed installation
• Sold as a single-piece unit, no additional hardware required
• Suitable for fluid-handling, HVAC, plumbing, and pool service hose connections
• Field-adjustable band allows use across a range of hose outer diameters within the clamp range

Compatibility

Designed as a standard worm gear hose clamp for use on flexible hose connections in plumbing, HVAC, pool, and general mechanical applications where a screw-tightened band clamp is specified.

Installation Notes

Worm gear clamps are installed by plumbers, HVAC technicians, and pool service professionals using a flat-blade or hex-head screwdriver or nut driver. Before servicing any hose connection, shut off fluid supply and relieve line pressure. Position the clamp over the hose before seating the hose onto the fitting, then slide the clamp into position past the bead or collar and tighten the screw to the manufacturer-specified torque for the application. Do not overtighten, as excessive force can damage the hose wall or distort the band.