metal hoseclamp in the water...is that ok???

[stingers81]

I have a metal hoseclamp on my return from the pump....its starting to rust a little bit....will that cause any problems to my tank?

 

[bertoni]

I wouldn't put a metal hose clamp into the water, even stainless steel, unless it was a special grade. The clamp could release a number of unpleasant ions, I think. The chemistry forum might have more on this topic, if you want to do a search.

 

[BurntOutReefer]

no...not ok...as bertoni said.....

 

[ste6168]

use a plastic one instead, as seen here , or you could always go the chepo way (like me) and use those plastic ratchet snaps. do not remeber the real name right now.