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The Gates PowerGrip SB Clamp Fits Hose OD 2 1/4 to 2 1/2 Nominal Hose ID 2 is a hose-retention component selected by exact diameter range, band or heat-shrink design, material, installation method, hose construction, and operating conditions.
Key Features
- 360° Sealing Pressure: Creates complete contact preventing air coolant or fuel leaks under high boost and thermal cycling.
- High-Strength Steel Construction: Zinc dichromate finish resists corrosion in demanding engine bay environments.
- Precision Size Range: Exact match for 57-63mm OD hoses supports custom fabrication and OEM replacements.
- Compatible with silicone rubber and EPDM hoses in coolant air and low-pressure fuel applications.
- Use screwdriver or nut driver to tighten worm gear to 50 in-lbs torque.
- A: Designed for outer diameters 2.25 to 2.50 inches matching most 2-inch nominal ID performance hoses in trucks and customs.
Fitment
This product has no year-make-model claim. Select it by the exact dimensions, interfaces, material, pressure, temperature, fluid, routing, and system requirements shown in the Specifications table and current Gates catalog.
Specifications
| Brand | Gates |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer Part Number | 32960 |
| Product Type | Clamps |
| Condition | New |
| Quantity | One exact listed component or kit |
What's Included
One new Gates component or kit in the exact configuration and quantity stated. Related belts, hoses, pulleys, tensioners, clamps, seals, gaskets, fluids, fasteners, tools, and installation hardware are included only when expressly listed.
About Gates
Gates develops automotive belts, hoses, cooling-system components, fluid-power products, and supporting service hardware for original-equipment and replacement applications.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What hose size fits the PowerGrip SB Clamp Fits Hose OD 2 1/4 to 2 1/2 Nominal Hose ID 2?
Measure the hose outside diameter over the installed fitting and use only the published working range for this exact Gates clamp.
Can the PowerGrip SB Clamp Fits Hose OD 2 1/4 to 2 1/2 Nominal Hose ID 2 be reused?
Reuse depends on the clamp design and Gates instructions. Replace any clamp that is distorted, corroded, overheated, damaged, or outside its intended size range.
How do I check the PowerGrip SB Clamp Fits Hose OD 2 1/4 to 2 1/2 Nominal Hose ID 2 after installation?
Verify even seating behind the fitting bead, correct installation force or heat-shrink procedure, full hose engagement, and leak-free operation through a complete heat and pressure cycle.
Installation Instructions
Follow the current Gates and vehicle-manufacturer procedure for the exact part number. Allow the vehicle to cool, isolate stored electrical, pressure, and mechanical energy, verify fitment and routing, use the specified tools, fluids, seals, clamps, fasteners, and torque values, then inspect alignment, tension, clearance, leaks, temperature, and normal operation before driving.
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