Dixon F1 Band Clamp Hand Tool (for 5/8" Band Clamps)

The F1 Band Clamp Hand Tool is only for use with 5/8" Band Clamps. Use this convenient tool for installing both F and K Series Center Punch Band Clamps. Features steel construction and measures in at 12 inches. Replacement parts for the F1 Band Clamp Tool are available, please contact us for details.

Operating Instructions for the F1 Installation Tool

1. Push tension handle all the way forward. Insert the clamp tail and push all the way into tool.
2. Tighten the clamp with short downward strokes. Tension handle should be in down position at completion of tightening clamp. If clamp tension needs to be released before locking, move slide back against spring. This raises the pulling dog.
3. Holding tension handle down, lock clamp by hitting punch at least twice with mallet.
4. Hold hose and raise the tool back and forth to break off clamp tail. Remove from tool by operating tension handle. When tail has moved through holding dog, raise tension handle and pull tail free.