Aerospace Clamps

Roughly 5,700 clamps for tube, hose, and harness routing. AN742 plain loop clamps, MS21919 cushioned loop clamps, and V-band coupling styles in aluminum, CRES, and cadmium-plated steel, ready to order with full AS9120 traceability.

Aerospace Clamp Types

From AN742 plain loops to MS21919 cushioned clamps and V-band couplings, we cover the support hardware that keeps fluid lines, ducting, and wire harnesses secured across the airframe.

Plain Loop Clamps

AN742 uncushioned metal loop clamps support rigid tubing and general routing where the drawing does not require a cushion. Simple one-piece bands with a single mounting hole, typically in aluminum or cadmium-plated steel.

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Cushioned Loop Clamps

The workhorse clamp for fluid lines and wire harnesses. MS21919 clamps carry a bonded elastomer cushion that protects the tube or bundle from chafing, and the dash code, such as MS21919WDG, identifies band and cushion materials along with the nominal diameter.

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Tube & Hose Support

Support clamps hold hydraulic, fuel, and pneumatic lines to structure at engineered intervals, working alongside brackets, spacers, and standoffs. Matching the clamp diameter and cushion compound to the line and zone is essential.

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V-Band & Coupling Styles

V-retainer coupling clamps join flanged duct and engine plumbing sections, drawing the flanges together as the band tightens. They allow fast assembly and disassembly on bleed air, exhaust, and other high-temperature connections.

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Clamp Materials & Cushions

Aluminum Bands

Lightweight clamp bands for general airframe zones where corrosion and temperature demands are moderate. The common choice for wire harness routing and low-pressure lines throughout the fuselage and wings.

CRES Bands

Corrosion-resistant steel bands for hot and corrosive zones such as engine bays, pylons, and wheel wells. CRES variants keep clamping force and corrosion resistance where aluminum bands are unsuitable.

Cushion Materials

Elastomer cushions in compounds such as chloroprene and silicone, including fuel-resistant and high-temperature options. The cushion code within the part number defines the compound, so order the exact callout for the zone.

Cadmium-Plated Steel & Finishes

Plated steel bands for strength-critical supports, plus passivation and other finishes matched to the installation environment. The full dash code defines band material, cushion, and diameter together.

How to Order Aerospace Clamps

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Search by Part Number

Enter your AN742 or MS21919 clamp part number, including the full letter and dash code for band material, cushion, and diameter, and review the available options.

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Get a Fast Online Quote

Add the quantities you need to your quote. Compare options sourced from our approved suppliers on price, lead time, and minimum order quantity.

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Order with Confidence

Check out securely online. Every shipment includes certificates of conformance backed by our AS9120 Rev B quality management system.

Your Distribution Partner for Aircraft Clamps

With roughly 5,700 clamp line items in the Instaparts catalog of 266,000+ aerospace parts, we cover the hardware that keeps an aircraft's arteries in place. Every hydraulic line, fuel line, duct, and wire bundle is supported at engineered intervals, and the clamp callout defines the band material, cushion compound, and diameter for each of those supports. A clamp with the wrong cushion can chafe a harness or degrade in fuel, so substituting "a clamp that fits" is never acceptable in aerospace.

The specification landscape centers on two families. AN742 plain loop clamps handle rigid tubing and general supports where no cushion is required. MS21919 cushioned loop clamps are the standard for fluid lines and wire harnesses: the letter group in the part number identifies band and cushion materials, and the trailing number gives the nominal diameter, typically in sixteenths of an inch. Beyond loop clamps, V-band coupling styles join flanged duct and engine plumbing sections where fast assembly and high temperatures rule out conventional flanged joints. Instaparts catalogs these families along with related support hardware, so you can search and quote by exact part number.

Every clamp we supply moves through our AS9120 Rev B certified quality management system. Instaparts, a division of RFQ2Go, Inc. based in Toronto, Canada, sources exclusively from approved suppliers and applies counterfeit-prevention controls aligned with AS6081. Shipments include certificates of conformance, and lot traceability is maintained from receipt through delivery, so even routine routing hardware arrives with its pedigree intact.

Clamp installations are finished with attaching hardware from the same drawing. Most callouts pair the clamp with aerospace screws, aerospace nuts, and aerospace washers to complete the support. If your requirement covers multiple categories or a long bill of materials, send it through our quote page and our team will price the complete package.

Aerospace Clamp FAQs

What is the difference between AN742 and MS21919 clamps?

AN742 is a plain, uncushioned loop clamp, while MS21919 adds a bonded elastomer cushion that protects tubing, hose, and wire bundles from chafing and vibration. They are not interchangeable: the drawing callout determines whether a cushioned clamp is required and which cushion compound is acceptable for the zone.

How do I read an MS21919 dash number?

The letter group after MS21919 identifies the band material and cushion compound, and the trailing number gives the nominal clamp diameter, typically expressed in sixteenths of an inch. Because the letters change the materials, two clamps with the same diameter are not interchangeable. Always order the full code exactly as it appears on your drawing.

What are V-band clamps used for?

V-band or V-retainer coupling clamps join flanged duct and engine plumbing sections. As the band tightens, its V-shaped cross section draws the two flanges together, sealing the joint while allowing fast assembly and disassembly on bleed air, exhaust, and similar high-temperature connections.

Can I substitute a clamp that has the same diameter?

No. Diameter is only one part of the callout. The cushion compound must tolerate the fluids and temperatures in the installation zone, and the band material must match the corrosion and strength requirements. Substitutions require engineering authority; otherwise order the exact part number from the drawing.

What documentation comes with your clamps?

Instaparts operates an AS9120 Rev B certified quality management system. Orders ship with certificates of conformance, lot traceability is maintained back to our approved suppliers, and counterfeit-prevention controls aligned with AS6081 are applied across our hardware supply chain.

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