SS hose clamp screw rusting, other options?

[nthammer]

I built a MLT using a rectangular cooler with a SS mesh hose attached to some fittings/ball valve using a SS hose clamp, yet I find out the screw on the clamp is not actually SS, as it is rusting already after just one use.

I do not feel comfortable with a rusty screw contacting with my wort

I found some ALL SS hose clamps online, but I am wondering if there are better options out there??

thanks all!

 

[jsprinceiii]

We use Stainless steel Oetiker clamps, also know as stepless clamps.

 

[01TRV]

https://www.brewhardware.com/product_p/hoseclampsm10pk.htm

Or do what I did and get a BIAB bag for your cooler

 

[timpoulsen]

I like using this tool and clamp. Stainless steel wire, easily cut off and replaced. Spool of wire lasts a long time. Good for automotive repairs also.

http://clamptool.com/pages/how2.html