Are Band-ItÂ® Standard strap clamps, AISI 316 steel, supplied with ear-type fasteners to secure the tape end after bending?

Yes. Band-ItÂ® Standard strap clamps, AISI 316 steel, are supplied with ear-type fasteners that secure the tape end after bending. The fasteners are made of AISI 316 stainless steel and feature the so-called "ears" to hold the tape securely.

Can Band-ItÂ® Standard strap clamps, AISI 316 steel, with ear-type fasteners be reused after removal without losing holding strength?

No. Band-ItÂ® Standard strap clamps, AISI 316 steel with ear-type fasteners are intended for one-time use: the ears are plastically deformed when clinched to secure the tape end, so removing them destroys the deformation and they will not reliably regain original holding strength. For reuse without loss of performance, use fasteners designed for releasable/multi-use or replace with new Band-ItÂ® Standard clamps.

Do Band-ItÂ® Standard strap clamps, AISI 316 steel, with ear-type fasteners resist corrosion in marine environments?

Yes. Band-ItÂ® Standard strap clamps, AISI 316 steel, with ear-type fasteners are made from AISI 316 stainless steel, which contains molybdenum and offers significantly better resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion than AISI 304. That makes these clamps suitable for many marine and coastal environments where exposure to salt spray and chlorides is common. Important considerations: - AISI 316 greatly improves corrosion resistance but is not completely immune in highly aggressive marine conditions (e.g., constant immersion in seawater, splash zones with heavy chloride exposure). - Proper installation (clean mating surfaces, correct tensioning, avoiding trapped debris) and maintenance (periodic inspection and cleaning) extend service life. - For the most aggressive offshore or submerged applications, higher-alloy materials (e.g., duplex stainless steels, nickel alloys) may be recommended. In summary: Band-ItÂ® Standard strap clamps, AISI 316 steel, with ear-type fasteners provide strong corrosion resistance for typical marine and coastal uses, but evaluate exposure severity and consider maintenance or higher-grade alloys for extreme environments.

Band-It® Standard strap clamps, AISI 316 steel

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Band-It® Standard system tape fasteners. Fasteners with so-called “ears” secure the end of the tape after bending. Material: AISI 316 stainless steel.

List of product variants

Article number	Product variant name	DN	BAR	Availability	Actions
BD-C45299	Standard 1/4" tape fastener, AISI 316	-	-	In stock	Enquiry
BD-C45399	Standard 3/8" tape fastener, AISI 316	-	-	In stock	Enquiry
BD-C45499	Standard 1/2" tape fastener, AISI 316	-	-	In stock	Enquiry
BD-C45599	Standard 5/8" tape fastener, AISI 316	-	-	In stock	Enquiry
BD-C45699	Standard 3/4" tape fastener, AISI 316	-	-	In stock	Enquiry

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Band-It® Standard system tape fasteners. Fasteners with so-called “ears” secure the end of the tape after bending. Material: AISI 316 stainless steel.