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53N46 - ESAB 53N46 TIG Torch Wire Hose Clamp 0.60-inch ID

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OVERVIEW

Keep Your TIG Torch Leak-Free with the ESAB 53N46

There is nothing more frustrating than hearing the hiss of leaking argon or feeling a drip of coolant on your leg while you are under the hood. The ESAB 53N46 Wire Hose Clamp is the simple, effective fix you need to keep your TIG rig running tight and right. Designed to fit hoses with a 0.60-inch outer diameter, this little clamp is the unsung hero of your torch assembly, holding your power, gas, and water lines securely to your torch handle or machine adapters.

Why use a wire clamp instead of a zip tie or a worm-drive clamp? It's all about the grip. Zip ties get brittle and snap, and worm-drive clamps are often too bulky and can chew up soft rubber hoses. The 53N46 uses a spring-steel wire design that hugs the hose evenly all the way around. This means you get a perfect seal without damaging the line. Plus, it has a super low profile, so it won't snag on the edge of your welding table or get caught on your workpiece while you are maneuvering the torch.

Installation is a breeze. You don't need any special crimping tools—just grab your pliers, give the tabs a squeeze, slide it over the hose barb, and let go. The spring tension does the rest, keeping that connection tight even as the torch heats up and cools down. It’s reusable, too, so if you need to swap out a cracked hose down the road, just squeeze and slide it off.

Every TIG welder should have a handful of these in their toolbox. Whether you are building a new torch setup or just doing some preventative maintenance, the ESAB 53N46 ensures that your shielding gas stays where it belongs—on the weld pool—and your coolant stays in the loop. Don't let a ten-cent leak ruin a hundred-dollar weld; secure your lines with the right hardware.

Additional Information
Packaging Description:1 Per Ea
Brand:ESAB
Item:Hose Clamp
Clamp Type:Wire Squeeze
Inner Diameter:0.60" (15.2mm)
Material:Plated Steel
Application:TIG Torch Hose Connections

INCLUDED

  • (1) 53N46 Wire Hose Clamp (0.60" ID)

APPLICATIONS

  • Securing shielding gas hoses to TIG torch bodies
  • Fastening water coolant lines on liquid-cooled TIG systems
  • Clamping power cable hoses to DINSE or stud adapters
  • Repairing damaged torch cable assemblies
  • General low-pressure hose retention in industrial settings

FAQ

The 53N46 has an inner diameter of 0.60 inches (approx. 15.2mm) when in its relaxed state.

Standard slip-joint pliers or needle-nose pliers are sufficient to compress the tabs and expand the clamp for installation.

Yes, it is commonly used on both gas and water lines for water-cooled TIG torches, provided the hose OD matches the clamp size.

Yes, the spring-steel design allows the clamp to be removed and reused multiple times without losing tension.

The clamp is manufactured from plated steel, offering strength and corrosion resistance.

5/8 inch is 0.625 inches. This clamp is 0.60 inches. It will fit very tightly on a 5/8 hose, providing a strong seal, but may be difficult to slide on if the hose is very stiff.

While primarily a TIG part number, it can be used on any welding hose with the correct outer diameter.

Wire clamps provide uniform 360-degree pressure and handle heat better than plastic zip ties, which can become brittle or melt.