Description
The Mishimoto MMCLAMP-VA-3 is a 3-inch (76.2mm) polished aluminum V-band clamp built specifically for fabricators who need a rigid, repeatable way to join intake and intercooler piping. It ships with a reusable fabrication nut for mock-up plus a separate self-locking nut for the final weld, so you can tack, test-fit, and finish without ever second-guessing the joint.
As a dedicated Mishimoto Fabrication product, this V-band clamp is engineered to make custom piping work faster and more reliable. The included O-ring and 360-degree clamping action are designed to keep the connection leak-free even under high pressure, while the interlocking, counterbored flanges align pipes automatically and provide a gasket-free seal. Because the design is universal and centered on the V-band clamping style, it drops into intercooler and charge pipe builds, intake fabrication, and turbocharger plumbing wherever a secure 3-inch coupling is needed. For fabricators who value clean, strong, and serviceable connections, this clamp offers stronger retention than many alternative coupling methods while still allowing quick disassembly when required.
Vehicle Applications
This Mishimoto V-band clamp is a universal-fit fabrication component rather than a vehicle-specific part, so it is not limited to a particular make or model. Instead, it is built to join any 3-inch (76.2mm) pipe run, making it well suited to custom intercooler piping, charge pipes, intake tubing, and turbocharger connections on project vehicles where a fabricator is building or upgrading the piping system from scratch.
Features
- Includes V-band clamp and male/female flanges
- Provides a rigid and secure connection between 3-in (76.2mm) pipes
- Ideal for intercooler and charge pipes, intakes, and turbochargers
- Counterbored flanges ensure proper pipe alignment for easy welding
- Included O-ring prevents leaks under even the most extreme pressure
- Interlocking flanges provide a leak-free seal without a gasket
- Reusable fabrication nut makes fabrication easy
- Provides stronger retention than other coupling methods
- Quick-release design is ideal for parts requiring frequent disassembly
- Backed by the Mishimoto Lifetime Warranty
Specifications
- Brand: Mishimoto
- Part Number: MMCLAMP-VA-3
- Product Type: Fabrication
- Material: Aluminum
- Color: Silver
- Finish: Polished
- Clamping Type: V Band
- Clamp Style: Aluminum V-Band Flange with Clamp
- Nut Type: Self-locking
- Grade Type: Performance
- Performance Rated: Yes
- Flange Included: Yes
- Universal or Specific Fit: Universal
- Band Width: 0.91 in
- Recommended Tightening Torque: N/A
- SAE Number: N/A
- Includes: (1) Mishimoto Stainless Steel V-Band w/ Clamp, (1) O-Ring, (1) Reusable Fabrication Nut, (1) Self-Locking Nut, Mishimoto Lifetime Warranty
- Recommended companion parts: MMICP-SS-21, MMICP-SS-250, MMICP-SS-259, MMICP-SS-251, MMICP-SS-30, MMICP-SS-39, MMICP-SS-31
- Prop 65 Warning: Cancer and Reproductive Harm – www.p65warnings.ca.gov
Frequently Asked Questions
What size pipe is this Mishimoto V-band clamp designed for?
This Mishimoto V-band clamp is designed for a 3-inch (76.2mm) connection between intake and intercooler pipes.
What is included with the MMCLAMP-VA-3?
It includes (1) Mishimoto Stainless Steel V-Band w/ Clamp, (1) O-Ring, (1) Reusable Fabrication Nut, and (1) Self-Locking Nut, along with the Mishimoto Lifetime Warranty.
Can this clamp be used for mock-up before final welding?
Yes, the included reusable fabrication nut is designed to make mock-up easy so you can tack weld pipes in place before final assembly with the provided locking nut.
What material and finish is this V-band clamp made from?
It is made from aluminum with a polished silver finish.
Is this clamp vehicle-specific or universal fit?
This V-band clamp has a universal fit and is not limited to a specific vehicle, making it suitable for custom intercooler, charge pipe, intake, and turbocharger plumbing.
What other products does Mishimoto recommend pairing with this clamp?
Mishimoto recommends pairing this clamp with MMICP-SS-21, MMICP-SS-250, MMICP-SS-259, MMICP-SS-251, MMICP-SS-30, MMICP-SS-39, and MMICP-SS-31.
âš WARNING (California Proposition 65): This product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and/or birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
