Why Pclips.co.uk P-Clips Outperform the Cheapest Alternatives
1st September 2025
In November 2024, Birmingham Specialities Ltd (henceforth referred to as BSL – the manufacturer behind Pclips.co.uk) submitted samples of our full P clip range for independent salt spray testing, alongside a selection of competitor products, including one particularly low-cost option. The results, illustrated in the accompanying chart, highlight a clear performance difference.
BSL has been a trusted supplier of P clips to leading commercial vehicle and off-highway manufacturers for more than 40 years. Throughout this time, we have not received corrosion-related field complaints — a track record we attribute to our manufacturing standards and material quality. We are confident that our corrosion protection already exceeds the requirements of today’s applications.
The results are clear:
- Overall, against most competitors, BSL clips perform better in corrosion protection with 336 hours regularly achieved.
- Against the very lowest-cost clips, the performance gap is significant.
Cheapest alternative after 96 hours:
BSL clip after 96 hours:
While price is always a consideration, our findings show that choosing the cheapest clips on the market can come with a serious trade-off in corrosion resistance. Such compromises may lead to premature failure and higher costs in the long term.
At Pclips.co.uk, we believe in offering proven reliability, long service life, and value that extends far beyond the initial purchase price. For customers who depend on dependable fastening solutions in challenging environments, quality matters—and our testing confirms that Pclips.co.uk products deliver.