Connector Female Male 90°

Product catalog summary

Product Overview
Tru-Design Connectors are high-quality marine composite fittings designed and manufactured in New Zealand. These connectors are made from glass-reinforced nylon composite, offering high strength, stiffness, and resistance to corrosion and electrolysis, making them superior to metallic fittings.

Models
The product line includes various models with different sizes, such as ¾”, 1”, 1¼”, 1½”, and 2” BSP female and male threads, all at a 90° angle. Some models are available in packaging with header cards.

Key Features

Manufactured from glass-reinforced nylon composite for high strength and lightweight.
Compatible with all hull types, including aluminum, steel, wood, and FRP.
Immune to corrosion and electrolysis, ensuring long life.
Chemical and UV resistant, impervious to diesel, petrol, and antifouling paints.
High-quality surface finish that resists discoloration.
Compatible with Tru-Design Skin Fittings, Ball Valves, and BSPP threads.
Operates in a wide temperature range from -40°C to +110°C.

Specifications
The connectors use BSP parallel threads, which provide a strong and watertight seal when thread tape is applied. Mixing parallel and tapered threads is not recommended due to potential sealing issues.

Flow Diameter & Thread Length
Details are provided for each size, with a consistent thread length of 30mm and varying minimum internal diameters.

Weight
The weight of the connectors ranges from 44g (1.6oz) for the ¾” size to 163g (5.7oz) for the 2” size.

Installation

Ensure threads are clean and undamaged.
Apply 8-12 turns of thread tape clockwise.
Use a spanner to tighten the connector to a maximum of 16Nm (12ft/lbs).
Do not use with tapered thread valves or fittings.

Servicing
Minimal servicing is required due to the connectors' resistance to corrosion. Regular checks for secure fitting are recommended, and thread tape should be replaced if fittings are removed.

Disclaimer
Tru-Design Plastics Ltd. disclaims responsibility for improper installation or tampering. The information is believed to be accurate, but variations due to manufacturing tolerances are normal. Specifications may change without notice.

Catalog excerpts

PRODUCT INFORMATION CONNECTOR FEMALE THREAD, MALE THREAD - 90° Designed and made in New Zealand, Tru-Design Connectors are the superior composite connection for connecting threaded fittings. Tru-Design Connectors are moulded from a glass reinforced nylon composite. High strength, highmodulus, glass reinforced nylon provides dramatic strength, stiffness, toughness, and dimensional stability. Tru-Design Connectors eliminate the corrosion and electrical bonding problems associated with metallic fittings. MODELS Part # Connector 2” BSP F 2” M 90° PKG PKG product is supplied in bags with header cards Doc: PIS - Connector Female Male 90 3.1.doc LEADERS IN MARI

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PRODUCT INFORMATION KEY FEATURES Feature : Manufactured from a glass reinforced nylon composite High strength and light weight. Compatible with all hull types Can be used on aluminum, steel, wood or FRP 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. These fittings will not break down with ultraviolet light or discolour from the sun. High quality surface finish Will not discolour with green film as similar bronze fittings do. Fits Tru-Design Skin Fittings,...

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PRODUCT INFORMATION DIMENSIONS All dimensions nominal. Doc: PIS - Connector Female Male 90 3.1.doc LEADERS IN MARINE COMPOSITE FITTINGS

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PRODUCT INFORMATION INSTALLATION Ensure the thread that the Connector is to fit onto has clean and undamaged threads. Wind 8-12 turns of thread tape onto the thread (clockwise when looking at bottom of thread). Wind Connector into the fitting taking care not to cross thread. Wind the thread fully home using a large crescent or open ended spanner. Tighten to a maximum of 16Nm (12ft/lbs). Repeat on other end. Note: Do not use with tapered thread valves or fittings. The thread type on all Tru-Design Connectors is a British Standard Pipe Parallel thread (BSPP). The thread is a mechanical fastening...

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Connector Female Male 90°

Connector Female Male 90°

Catalog excerpts

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