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Posted by Oren on August 2, 2007, 12:45 am
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>> Anyone using ear clamps with PEX tubing? Will these hold as fast as the
>> bands being sold for same purpose?
>>
>> What appeals to me about ear clamps is ease of removal when necessary.
>>
>> Also, clamping tool seems cheaper.
>It is rarely a good idea to use parts or techniques not approved for the
>job. The manufacturers do a lot of testing to determine the best ways to use
>their products. Personally, I suspect the ear clamps would not provide
>adequate clamping pressure for long term security of the joint. If you want
>something temporary or easy to connect and disconnect PEX may not be the
>best solution. Cutting the clamps off when needed is not difficult.
>
>You could likely rent the proper clamping tool. You might also need a test
>gage which goes with the tool to be sure the tool is clamping properly.
>
>Don Young
>
Follow this advice .... nice post!
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Oren
"equal opportunity, not equal results"
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