QC Mate Quick Coupler Hand Clamp | XBoom

Description

A common problem when connecting any quick-connect hydraulic coupler is that line pressure can build up, making connecting the couplers nearly impossible. The XBoom Coupler® QC-Mate(TM) quickly and safely solves that problem.

The QC Mate uses special shaped clamp jaws (13-ga steel tubing with large structural side gussets) that mount to a ratcheting hand clamp, providing powerful 600 lb clamping force. The Coupler Clamp is available in both 12″ and 18″ spacing to accommodate the various machines types and styles of hydraulic blocks and couplers. It is compatible with all standard Flat-Face Hydraulic Couplers and Ag Style Hydraulic Couplers within the listed sizes.

Jaw Sizing

It is important to note the difference between the NPT size (commonly used for couplers) from the outer diameter of the coupler. When choosing QC Mate jaw sizes, select the jaw size that coincides with your coupler NPT size. If you have 1/2″ quick couplers, select a 1/2″ NPT jaw option. Be aware that the actual jaw width/diameter will be larger than 1/2″ (.87″ to be exact) in order to fit the outer diameter of the coupler.

Duo Jaws are designed to fit two sizes of coupler each. The benefit of this style is that you can use the same QC Mate clamp on two different coupler sizes without changing the jaws. The Duo Jaws are available in a smaller size (fits 3/8″ & 1/2″) and larger size (fits 1/2″ & 3/4″). The disadvantage of the Duo style jaws is that when using them on the larger of the two sizes you may experience reduced clamping force because the connection with the coupler is less robust and closer to the “tip” of the jaw.