type of clamp to use on hose connected to return pump

[slowjazz]

I contracted my lfs a year ago when I moved from one house to another. They setup my new 90 gal tank with sump. During a full cleaning of my sump I noticed that they used a metal screw type of clamp on the hose connected to the return pump. (I'm assuming maybe it is supposed to be galvanized ?) It was rusted pretty bad. I removed it, but now wonder if I need to put something back to keep the hose tight. (runs fine for now)

Is there something that can be used in the water?

[cloak]

A zip tie? I'm not sure if this would be strong enough though.

[gone fishin]

Look on BRS they have plastic ratchet clamps for tubing. I would guess the big box stores would have them as well. Good luck

[Yellow Eyes]

I use a zip tie on my pump. I just made sure I tightened it good below one of the barbs to hold it in place. That is all I use and so far so good.

(Of course now I'll read on this thread someone that used zip ties and something happened and get scared and change em all out haha)

[gone fishin]

(Of course now I'll read on this thread someone that used zip ties and something happened and get scared and change em all out haha)

Well now that you mention it.:D

[Mrramsey]

There's not really any pressure on the line so a zip tie or two should work fine.

[rfgonzo]

Zip ties will not work, They may hold or fail (50/50) you can't get them tight enough. You need to use a Nylon Snapper Clamp.

[ca1ore]

I use a zip tie on my pump. I just made sure I tightened it good below one of the barbs to hold it in place. That is all I use and so far so good.

Yes, this is what I do. Get them nice and tight around the hose below the barb closest to the base of the fitting (so that the hose is compressed into a narrowed diameter) and it will be fine. No way or it to come free.

[icebrg5]

This is what you need.

http://www.bulkreefsupply.com/ratchet-clamp-for-tubing-1-6684828461f4e5bda1e2a33b5e0db6d3.html

[rfgonzo]

This is what you need.

http://www.bulkreefsupply.com/ratchet-clamp-for-tubing-1-6684828461f4e5bda1e2a33b5e0db6d3.html

Thats a Nylon snapper clamp, you can get them at any hardware store.