Ideal 5048 Hy-gear Hose Clamp 1.625 to 3.5 Inches 10-pack

Product Description

The IDEAL 5048 is a Hy-Gear series worm-drive hose clamp designed for secure, leak-free connections on hose assemblies across a wide range of trade applications. The clamp adjusts from 1.625 inches to 3.5 inches in diameter, making it suitable for a variety of hose and fitting sizes encountered in plumbing, HVAC, and general mechanical work. This listing includes a pack of 10 clamps, allowing technicians to stock up for service calls or new installations. The Hy-Gear design provides smooth, consistent clamping force as the band is tightened, reducing the risk of hose damage during installation.

This hose clamp is used wherever flexible hose connections require a reliable mechanical seal. Typical applications include HVAC condensate drain lines, plumbing supply and drain connections, pool and spa plumbing, and light industrial fluid transfer systems. The 1.625-inch to 3.5-inch adjustment range covers a broad spectrum of common hose diameters found in residential and light commercial installations. The 10-pack format suits service technicians who install or replace multiple connections in a single visit.

Key Features

• Adjustable clamping range from 1.625 inches to 3.5 inches
• Hy-Gear worm-drive mechanism delivers consistent, even clamping force
• Pack of 10 clamps for multi-connection jobs or service van stocking
• Compatible with flexible hose in HVAC, plumbing, and pool applications
• Standard hex-head screw accepts a common nut driver or screwdriver

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose worm-drive hose clamp suitable for flexible hose connections in residential and light commercial HVAC, plumbing, and pool service applications within the 1.625-inch to 3.5-inch diameter range.

Installation Notes

Hose clamps of this type are installed by plumbers, HVAC technicians, and pool service professionals using a standard flat-blade screwdriver or a quarter-inch nut driver. Always relieve system pressure and drain the line before removing or replacing hose clamps on pressurized systems. Do not overtighten the clamp band, as excessive torque can cut into soft hose material and cause failure. Follow applicable codes such as the International Plumbing Code or International Mechanical Code for hose and clamp specifications in your jurisdiction.

Technical Specifications

• Clamp Range: 1.625 inches to 3.5 inches
• Series: Hy-Gear
• Quantity per Pack: 10

Standard Information

• Brand: IDEAL
• Manufacturer Part Number: 5048