Stepless® ear clamps hold against pressure and vibration or material shrinkage due to temperature changes or agingA built-in spring action permits the clamp to breathe without looseningOnce installed and clamped, any tampering is easily visibleEnsured clamping sealSmooth inner band prevents damage to the hose while the tongue-in-groove design provides a 360 deg sealNo steps or gaps inside the clampApplications: For silicone, vinyl, polyurethane or other high-tech materials, for low durometer and thin-walled hose/tubingInstructions: Install clamps using 1098 or 1099 clamp tools.Safety Notes: Clamps are not reusable; they should not be pried open, doing so renders the clamps nonfunctional.Warning - this product contains lead, a chemical known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.