Releasing plastic cable clamps

[DanNeely]

I've got some plastic squeeze on clamps that I can't figure out how to release. Is rthere a trick to it, or are they disposables that need cut?


The clamps are this style: http://www.petrastechshop.com/heclnyhoclsi.html

 

[filthysanchez]

Get a right angle allen wrench and use it as a pry bar to get it off.

 

[Petra]

Trick that I use:

Bust out a couple pairs of needle-nosed pliers, grab the fat end at either side of the grippy portion, and use a clockwise or anti-clockwise twisting motion to slide the grippy teeth apart (e.g. both wrists go clockwise or both wrists go anti-clockwise). That help?

*edit* That allen key idea doesn't sound bad either

 

[roary]

Another way, if you are using a taller type barb, is to just slip them apart. I.e. move the outside up, and try to push the inside down if possible. They come off pretty easily for me this way.

 

[lostiam2]

Best $11.00 investment especially if you do a lot on maintenance on you system.

Herbie Clip Plastic Hose Clamp Removal Tool

http://www.sidewindercomputers.com/heclreto.html