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scotmc

07/26/2007 07:19 AM

Stainless Steel

Can a Stainless steel clamp be used in a sump?

nauticac4

07/26/2007 07:25 AM

no. they are made from cheap stainless and will corrode and rust over time (yes cheap stainless will rust)

nauticac4

07/26/2007 07:25 AM

BTW use a zip ties or they do make plastic clamps

scotmc

07/26/2007 07:26 AM

Thanks.. I thought so, but it's been a long time since I used them.

theatrus

07/26/2007 09:43 AM

I'd use zip ties or plastic hose clamps for submerged stuff. Those marine grade stainless hose clamps are anything but. Cheapest stainless money can buy :)

drummereef

07/26/2007 10:26 AM

Yep, zip ties are a reefer's best friend. :)

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