What are pipe clamps?

Pipe clamps (Fr: Colliers de serrage, It: Morsetti per tubi, Ar: المشابك الأنابيب) – often referred to as pipe clips or sometimes saddle clamps are relatively simple fittings widely used in many DIY/installation settings. They’re one of the various types of channel (carriers) support system, most commonly found in plumbing, heating, drainage and electrical work.

Pipe clamps are circular or semicircular brackets, sometimes incorporating a spring clip or ‘bossed’ system, that – when chosen correctly – fit snugly around the conduit, cables or tubing you’re installing. The clip then screws or bolts (either directly or via a hanger bracket) to whichever wall or surface you’re running the pipe along, be it wood, tiling, plaster or masonry. The tubing is thus held securely in place and supported over the full length of its run, ensuring a reliable and fuss-free mounting solution.

In any number of scenarios where you might want to affix, support and restrain pipes, tubing or cables along walls and under ledges, you shouldn’t have a problem finding the right size and style of pipe clamps on sale to handle the job perfectly – as long as you know what you’re looking for, that is!