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TruDesign - Composite Skin Fitting with 13mm Tail 1/2" BSP Manufacturer #:  91109 £6.89    (Inc. UK VAT @ 20%)(£5.74 Exc. VAT) Add to basket Details Delivery Customer reviews (0) The Skin Fitting with Tail body and nut are moulded from glass-reinforced nylon composite. High strength, high-modulus glass fibres within the nylon composite provide dramatic strength, stiffness, toughness and dimensional stability. These properties allow a significant weight reduction over metallic fittings. TruDesign Skin Fittings with Tails eliminate the corrosion and electrical bonding problems associated with metallic fittings. Certified to ISO 9093-2 by the International Marine Certification Institute, Belgium (not including 1/2”) and type Approved by Bureau Veritas to ISO 9093-2 (not including 1/2”). All Skin Fittings are supplied with a nylon washer to increase locknut support on the hull. We're currently unable to show live stock information on our website, so if you need delivery fast we strongly recommend checking availability first. Simply fill out the form below and we'll get back to you, or call us on +44 (0)1243 375774 for an immediate answer. * Quantity Required: Article Number: * E-mail Address: * Please add the two numbers RequestRequest Be the first to Write a Review for this item!

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Tru-Design Skin Fittings Features

• Manufactured from a glass-reinforced nylon composite - High strength, tough and light weight
• Compatible with all hull types - Can be used on aluminium, steel, wood or GRP hulls
• Immune to corrosion and electrolysis - Long life with no concerns over decreased performance due to corrosion
• Chemical resistant - Impervious to diesel, petrol and antifouling paints
• UV resistant - Will not degrade or discolour with ultraviolet light from the sun
• High quality surface finish - Will not discolour with green film as similar bronze fittings do
• Long Tail - Hoses can be secured with 2 hose clamps for a strong connection

Hull Compatibility

The Tru-Design Skin Fittings with Tail are suitable for installation in all types of hull construction; steel, aluminium, fibreglass - cored and solid, wooden sandwich.

Tru-Design Skin Fittings with Tail are also able to be used on caulked solid wood hulls – care should be taken to only locate the skin fitting in the centre of any individual plank.

TruDesign Skin Fittings with Tail Specifications

TruDesign Skin Fittings with Tails are certified by the International Marine Certification Institute (IMCI) & Bureau Veritas to meet; ISO 9093-2 Small craft — Seacocks and through-hull fittings — Part 2: Non-metallic

For below waterline applications, see the Skin Fittings Threaded product range (as a Ball Valve must be directly attached to the Skin Fitting for safety and compliance to marine standards).

Frequently asked questions

• Can I fit a Skin Fitting with Tail below the waterline?
  NO All Skin Fittings fitted below the waterline must be threaded and connected directly to a Ball Valve to enable shut off in event of an emergency. Additionally, 2 stainless steel hose clips should be used on every tail fitting and periodically checked for tightness as they may loosen off as the hose ages.