Oetiker BDKP65530 1-ear Clamp 9/16 Inch

Product Description

The OETIKER BDKP65530 is a 1-ear stepless clamp designed for secure, low-profile hose and tubing connections. It uses a single-ear crimping design that, when closed with the correct pincer tool, creates a permanent, leak-resistant seal around the hose or fitting. The ear features a zinc-plated head coating for corrosion resistance. With a nominal size of 9/16 inch and a clamping range of 12.60 mm to 14.50 mm, this clamp suits small-diameter hose assemblies common in HVAC, plumbing, and fluid-handling applications. Licensed trade professionals install these clamps where reusable worm-gear clamps are not appropriate or where a tamper-evident, factory-style connection is required.

This clamp is suited for residential and light commercial applications involving small-bore flexible hose or tubing. Typical use cases include condensate drain connections, PEX fittings, low-pressure fluid lines, and similar assemblies where a compact, crimped clamp is specified. The 9/16-inch nominal size targets tubing in the 12.60 mm to 14.50 mm outside diameter range. This package contains 50 clamps, making it practical for service trucks or bench stock where multiple connections are made in a single job.

Key Features

• 1-ear stepless design creates a permanent, uniform crimp when closed with a pincer tool
• Zinc-plated ear coating provides corrosion resistance in damp or wet installation environments
• Clamping range of 12.60 mm to 14.50 mm fits standard small-bore hose and tubing assemblies
• Nominal size of 9/16 inch matches common hose and fitting specifications used in HVAC and plumbing
• Packaged in quantities of 50, suitable for bulk service and stocking use

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation clamp for small-diameter flexible hose and tubing assemblies requiring a single-ear crimped connection.

Installation Notes

Installation requires a dedicated OETIKER-style ear clamp pincer or equivalent crimping tool rated for 1-ear clamps — do not attempt to close the ear with pliers, as this will produce an uneven crimp and may result in leaks. Shut off fluid flow and depressurize the line before installing or removing any clamp. Inspect the hose or tubing end for cuts, flaring, or irregularities before seating the clamp, as surface defects will compromise the seal. Once crimped, the clamp is permanent and cannot be reopened without cutting it off.