Hose clamps

[Pattylucylaura]

Is it ok to use metal hose clamps on something that will be in sump or should I try to find some Nylon ones?

[newty]

Depends. Would they be in contact with water? If the clamps are not submerged, touching water frequently or rust will not be a problem, then I think it is OK.

Shawn

[Pattylucylaura]

No they would be submerged I figured they would rust but was wondering if it would be that bad to the tank.

[Ehgemus]

don't do it!

http://www.marinedepot.com/ps_searchItem.aspx?IdCategory=&SearchText=plastic%20hose%20clamp&parsed=1

[Pbrown3701]

extremely bad for the tank. use plastic

[Pattylucylaura]

Thats what I thought just wanted to make sure.

[kcress]

For aquariums I frequently use good quality nylon tie wraps, not the crummy cheap-o polycorbonate ones found at some hardware stores.

They work quite well.

[sabbath]

You can use these.
http://titan-marine-hardware.com/titanium-hose-clamps.htm