Where can I buy (or print) these?

[Guest Sam Blake]

I can't find these tube clamps anywhere. I've tried every hardware store (and pharmacy, they're the same as the tube clamps used on drips, I think) in my area but not having any luck. I'd like a few to assist me with bleeding my brakes.

 

If anyone has seen any at one of their local stores or has a 3D printer (model available to download form the link below) I'd really appreciate the help.

 

http://thingiverse-production.s3.amazonaws.com/renders/a8/59/d5/6e/8e/Clamp_preview_featured.jpg

 

http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:28447

 

I do get quizzical looks when walking into a pharmacy and asking for syringes, nitrile gloves and tube clamps.

[Werner van Aardt]

I might be able to help you out. I am studying mechanical engineering and have access to a 3D printer. Let me know.

[Captain Fastbastard Mayhem]

Pet stores. They're sometimes used to clip off pump hoses.

 

Also - try dischem

[porqui]

3D printing might not be strong enough - quite a bit of pressure needed.

 

Could try medical supplies company.

 

Ebay "plastic tube clamp"

Edited August 2, 2014 by porqui

[Ham]

It might be easier to find the one with the wheel. That is you turn the wheel up to close off the hose. I will see if I can find a pic of what I am talking about.

[MaXiMuM]

Nurses use those to close drips, try pharmacy, or hospital.

[@ndy]

Kites use a very similar clips to prevent the airflow between the main bladder and the struts. If you are in Gauteng you could contact Liquid Force. I think Kyle the importer used to be somewhere near fourways.

Edited August 2, 2014 by @ndy

[@ndy]

Like these?

Edited August 2, 2014 by @ndy

[V12man]

Try a place that sells Fish tank kit.

[JScottP]

You could also try your local canoeing shop, they use it on the bladders for life jackets.

Good luck

[Guest Sam Blake]

Thanks for all the suggestions. I tried Dischem, they sent me to Milpark Dispensary as they sell some hospital items to the public but they suggested Dischem. I'll give an aquarium store a try and the canoe and kiting stores are good leads. Thanks.

[Guest Sam Blake]

Like these?

 

Exactly!

[Raydek]

I know of a medical supplier in CPT that I bought some of these from a while back, think I still have a few lying about the office, will check tomorrow. Lemme know if you can't find them and we can figure a way of getting some to you.

[Guest Sam Blake]

I know of a medical supplier in CPT that I bought some of these from a while back, think I still have a few lying about the office, will check tomorrow. Lemme know if you can't find them and we can figure a way of getting some to you.

 

Much appreciated. I'll have another crack at it next week.

[pista]

Will these work?

 

http://www.aliexpress.com/promotion/fashion-beauty_plastic-bag-clamps-promotion.html

[Raydek]

 

Much appreciated. I'll have another crack at it next week.

 

So found a few, not sure which size you are looking, these will accommodate a 5mm tube.

 

If you don't come right you are welcome to them.