Global Field Ready Portfolio/Hose Clamp
| Type | Plumbing Equipment |
|---|---|
| Authors | Tim Courtland |
| Location | Nepal |
| Status | Deployed |
| Verified by | Field Ready |
| Years | 2018 |
| Made | Yes |
| Tools | 3D Printer |
| Cost | USD 7.52 |
| Uses | Piping, Water Supply |
| Making instructions | WA005 Maker Manual.zip |
|---|---|
| Design files | WA005 Eng Dwg.zip |
| Risk assessment | WA005 Test Plan.zip |
| Schematics | WA005 CAD.zip |
| Hardware license | CERN-OHL |
| Licensor | Field Ready |
| Certifications |  Verify |
The Hose Clamp is a 3D printed device used to attach and seal a hose onto a fitting, measuring approximately 10 cm x 42 cm x 95 cm. It is 3D printed using ABS plastic filament.
Usage Notes Slide the clamp onto the section of hose and squeeze as you gently pull back the thumb tab, then release the thumb tab to secure it in place.
More product information
[edit | edit source]| Author Code | WA005 |
| Documentation License | CC-BY-4.0 |
| Start Date | 2012-08-13 |
| End Date | 2018-03-21 |
| Designer | Tim Courtland |
| Maker | Marjolein v.d.Male |
| Main Materials | ABS plastic |
Readiness levels
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| Readiness Criteria | Level |
|---|---|
| Field Readiness | 4 |
| Maker Readiness | 4 |
| User Readiness | 4 |
| Tech Readiness | 4 |
| Risk Readiness | 3 |
Manuals
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Field Ready develops manuals to support both the fabrication and safe use of its products. A maker manual provides step-by-step instructions for replicating the design, including materials, tools, and assembly guidance, so that makers in different locations can build the product accurately and consistently. A user manual, where applicable, explains how to properly set up, use, and maintain the product once it is built, helping ensure it performs safely and as intended for the end user. Together, these manuals make the design accessible to both fabricators and the people who ultimately rely on the product.
Gallery
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| Authors | Field Ready |
|---|---|
| License | CC-BY-SA-4.0 |
| Location | Nepal |
| Organizations | Field Ready |
| Ported from | https://airtable.com/appRIACJlkMhNibwR/shrqwRqxAVvaF1q4z/tblJv98WkMMsgDRiE/viwQARb0J2MZZQ2GH (original) |
| Cite as | Field Ready (2026). "Global Field Ready Portfolio/Hose Clamp". Appropedia. Retrieved November 1, 2026. |