How to Replace a Crimp Hose Clamp on an Air Compressor

If leaking seals and service bills are distressing your compressor, it's time to face the fix. While air compressors can be as diverse as the individuals that use them, most models share some general characteristics and components. Whether you are inflating your tires or creating empires, eReplacementParts.com provides the parts, procedures and facts you need to fearlessly fix what fails you.

Crimp-style hose connectors are used in many different locations on air compressors of all shapes and sizes. Although the connectors themselves are unlikely to fail, they frequently require replacement as part of more detailed repair projects. They may appear intimidating at first glance, but replacing crimp-style hose connectors is actually quite easy when you use the right tools.

Less than impressed with your compressor? Replacing the hose clamp may be the solution. This article will show you how to complete the repair with expert precision.   THE FACTS | THE FIX | THE FINISH ! DEPRESSURIZE THE AIR TANK.

Always depressurize the tank before servicing an air compressor. To do this, open the drain valve and wait until all of the air (and pressure) has escaped.

  REMOVING THE HOSE CLAMP  [top] 1. Remove the connector clamp from the hose.

SPECIFIX: Crimp-style hose connectors are designed for one-time installation only. The clamps will be destroyed during the removal process, so be sure to order (or have on-hand) additional hose connectors for your specific repair project.

Use heavy-duty wire cutters to simultaneously cut and twist the protruding tabs of the connector until it breaks free.

Use your fingers (or long-nosed pliers) to remove any fragments of the old clamp.

    2. Remove the hose.

Remove the hose from the inlet or valve. Use hose-puller pliers as necessary.

      INSTALLING THE NEW HOSE CLAMP  [top] 3. Install the new clamp.

Slide the new connector clamp onto the end of the hose.

Reinstall the hose onto the inlet or valve.

Use end-nip pliers to crimp the sides of the connector (and secure the hose).

    THE FACTS | THE FIX | THE FINISH

A well-maintained air compressor can mean the difference between performance under pressure, and under-pressured performance. But you don't have to empty your pockets to keep your air tank full. As you just learned, repairing your air compressor is simpler than you think, especially when you follow our step-by-step guides. Not only did you refresh compression at a fraction of the cost of replacement; you have inflated your ability to fearlessly face the next fix, regardless of the pressure involved. Find your next fix here.   [top]