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Y Pieces

Product catalog summary

Product Overview
Tru-Design Y Pieces are high-quality composite fittings designed for marine applications, specifically for combining the flow from two hoses. Manufactured in New Zealand, these fittings are made from glass reinforced nylon composite, offering high strength, stiffness, and resistance to corrosion and electrolysis.

Models
The Y Pieces are available in various sizes, including 19mm, 25mm, 32mm, and 38mm, with specific models designed for different hose configurations.

Key Features

Constructed from glass reinforced nylon composite for high strength and lightweight.
Compatible with all hull types, including aluminum, steel, wood, and FRP.
Resistant to corrosion, electrolysis, chemicals, and UV light.
Operates effectively in a wide temperature range from -40°C to +110°C.
Ensures smooth fluid flow, reducing blockages and buildup.

Specifications
The Y Pieces have varying flow diameters depending on the model, ensuring smooth fluid streams without sudden changes in direction or restrictions.

Installation and Servicing

Hoses should be fitted using hot water to soften and secured with twin hose clamps.
All plumbing should be fastened securely to the boat structure to prevent rattling or disconnection.
Minimal servicing is required due to the composite material's resistance to corrosion, but regular checks on hose clamps are recommended.

Disclaimer
Tru-Design Plastics Ltd. disclaims responsibility for improperly installed or tampered products. The information provided is believed to be accurate, but variations due to manufacturing tolerances are normal. Specifications may change without notice.

Catalog excerpts

PRODUCT INFORMATION Y PIECE Designed and made in New Zealand, Tru-Design Y Pieces are the superior composite connection for combining the flow from 2 hoses. The Y Piece allows smooth flow leading to reduced chances of blockages. Salt buildup is reduced when used with seawater as all surfaces are flushed. Tru-Design Y Pieces are moulded from a glass reinforced nylon composite. High strength, highmodulus glass fibres impregnated into the nylon provides dramatic strength, stiffness, toughness, and dimensional stability. Tru-Design Y Pieces eliminate the corrosion and electrical bonding problems associated with metallic fittings. The Y Pieces are designed for twin hose clamps, and to not crush under high load conditions. MODELS Part # Y Piece 38mm PKG PKG product is supplied in bags with header cards Doc: PIS - Y Piece 3.2.doc LEADERS IN MARINE COMPOSITE FITTINGS

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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. Large operating temperature range...

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PRODUCT INFORMATION DIMENSIONS All dimensions nominal. WEIGHTS Size INSTALLATION Fit the hose using hot water to soften. Apply twin hose clamps for a secure connection. It is recommended that all plumbing is securely fastened to the boat structure to eliminate rattling, wear or inadvertent disconnection. SERVICING As composite Y Pieces are immune to corrosion, minimal servicing is required. Hose clamps should be checked regularly for a secure connection. Tru-Design Plastics Ltd. accepts no responsibility for Products which are improperly installed or tampered with. Although the information presented...

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