Overview
The Ideal 5688 is a SAE 88 stainless steel hose clamp engineered for secure clamping of hoses ranging from 3″ to 5″ in diameter. This worm-drive clamp features a 2″ minimum diameter and is supplied in a convenient 2-box package (20 clamps total), making it an economical choice for maintenance teams, plumbing contractors, and industrial integrators.
Key Features
- Stainless steel construction for superior corrosion resistance in marine, outdoor, and wet environments
- SAE 88 size specification (2″–6″ clamping range) for compatibility with large-diameter hoses
- Worm-drive mechanism for smooth, tool-free tightening and adjustability
- Bulk supply: 2 boxes of 10 clamps (20 total) reduces per-unit cost
- Band width: ½ inch for balanced load distribution on medium-duty hose assemblies
Technical Specifications
| Part Number | 5688 |
| Manufacturer | Ideal (Tridon) |
| Size Classification | SAE 88 |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Minimum Diameter | 2 inches |
| Maximum Diameter | 6 inches |
| Hose OD Compatibility | 3″–5″ hose assemblies |
| Band Width | ½ inch |
| Screw Type | Worm-drive (slotted hex head) |
| Quantity Per Package | 20 clamps (2 boxes × 10) |
| Application Type | General-purpose hose fastening |
Typical Applications
The Ideal 5688 is widely used in:
- HVAC Systems: Securing refrigerant and condensate hoses on air conditioning units and heat pump installations
- Plumbing & Water Systems: Clamping discharge hoses, suction lines, and irrigation tubing
- Marine & Deck Equipment: Seawater cooling systems, bilge lines, and marine engine hoses where stainless construction prevents salt-water corrosion
- Industrial Maintenance: Equipment assembly, pump discharge lines, and chemical transfer applications
- Automotive Aftermarket: Custom cooling system builds and high-performance engine bay plumbing
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- 3″–5″ OD hoses (polyurethane, rubber, thermoplastic)
- Barbed fittings, pipe spigots, and hose adapters within 2″–6″ diameter range
- Standard worm-drive screw driver or ¼” socket tools for adjustment
- SAE 88 interchangeable with other manufacturers’ SAE 88 clamps (e.g., Breeze, Nordfab, Tridon equivalents)
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Ideal Tridon cross-reference 4XZ76
- Other stainless steel SAE 88 hose clamps from equivalent manufacturers
- Verify exact OD compatibility on your assembled hose before ordering to ensure proper clamping range
Works With
- Any hose assembly sized 3″–5″ OD and requiring worm-drive fastening
- Both metric and imperial sizing systems (SAE standard)
- No special software, electronic compatibility, or specialized tools required—manual, tool-free operation
