Manual T-Handle Ball Valve

TruDesign Ball Valves are designed and made in New Zealand for use in marine applications above and below the water line.

The body of the Ball Valve is manufactured in glass-reinforced nylon composite with high impact and tensile strength resulting in a light weight unit, free from corrosion and electrolysis issues. The ball and sealing rings utilise a PTFE polymer to ensure a smooth action, and continuous ease of operation over many years.

TIS Thread Sealing

ISO 9093-2021 Small craft -TRUDESIGN Skin Fittings and Ball Valves comply with ISO 9093:2021 and certified by the International Marine Certification Institute (IMCI).
For sizes ¾” through to 3”
Excludes the ½” size.
American ABYC H-27 – 500Lb static load test - TRUDESIGN Skin Fittings and Ball Valves meet the American ABYC H-27 – 500Lb static load test; Seacocks, Thru-Hull Fittings, and Drain Plugs – independently verified by IMANNA Laboratory Inc.
For sizes 1¼” through to 3” the ABYC Collar it is not a requirement to meet this static load test.
TruDesign ABYC Load Bearing Collar is required for the size ¾ and 1” to meet this static load test.
The ½” does not meet the 500Lb static load test with or without the ABYC collar
Manufactured from a glass-reinforced nylon composite - High strength and light weight
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
Large operating temperature range (-40° to +110°C)
High quality surface finish - Will not discolour with green film as similar bronze fittings do
Comply to ISO standard 9093:2021 and certified by IMCI.
Complies with ABYC H-27 500Lb standard for 1" through to 3" and 1/2" when used with the TruDesign load bearing collar.

How do I identify BSP or NPS threads?

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How do I identify BSP or NPS threads?

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TruDesign manufacture marine fittings with two types of threads: NPS (National Pipe Straight) threads are common in the United States. BSP (British Standard Pipe) threads are widely used in Eur...

Do TruDesign Ball Valves require lubrication ?

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Do TruDesign Ball Valves require lubrication ?

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No. The TruDesign ball valves are manufactured with a Teflon impregnated Ball running on Teflon rings, so no lubrication is required. It is good practice to turn the valve handle every few months...

What sealant can I use on TruDesign threads ?

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What sealant can I use on TruDesign threads ?

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TruDesign recommends the following sealants: Adhesive Thread Sealants: - Sikaflex 291i - Sikaflex 591 - 3M 5200 - 3M 5200FC (fast cure) - Bostik 920 Normal Sealants: - Loctite 5331 -...

Can I screw a tapered fitting into a TruDesign Ball Valve ?

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Can I screw a tapered fitting into a TruDesign Ball Valve ?

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NOT RECOMMENDED! TruDesign Ball Valves have parallel threads and only fittings with parallel threads should be screwed into them. This is a very important issue as parallel threads allow for ma...

Can I remove the handle from a TruDesign Ball Valve?

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Can I remove the handle from a TruDesign Ball Valve?

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Yes, To aid installation in confined spaces it may be useful to remove the handle from the Ball Valve. To do so follow the steps below: - Remove the flush screw cover from the top of the handle...

Can I run Petrol or Diesel through TruDesign fittings ?

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Can I run Petrol or Diesel through TruDesign fittings ?

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YES and No TruDesign fittings (in both black and white) are suitable for contact with petrol & diesel fuels. NOTE: TruDesign Ball Valves, Aquavalves and Non-Return Valves should not be used in d...

What sealant should I use between a bronze or stainless skin fitting and a TruDesign ball valve ?

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What sealant should I use between a bronze or stainless skin fitting and a TruDesign ball valve ?

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The same options as you would use for sealing any TruDesign composite fitting to a TruDesign composite Ball Valve. TruDesign recommends the following sealants: Adhesive Thread Sealants: - Sika...

Can I fit TruDesign Ball Valves to bronze or Stainless skin fittings ?

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Can I fit TruDesign Ball Valves to bronze or Stainless skin fittings ?

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Yes TruDesign Composite ball valves can be screwed onto an approved bronze or Stainless Steel skin fitting. First the thread on the bronze skin fitting must be identified to match the TruDesign ...

Are TruDesign Ball Valves approved / compliant to international standards?

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Are TruDesign Ball Valves approved / compliant to international standards?

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ISO 9093-2 Standard: TruDesign ¾”, 1”, 1¼”, 1½”, 2” and 3” Thru Hull’s, Ball Valves and Tail assemblies comply with ISO 9093-2 certification. The ½” does not comply. ABYC H27 Standard: TruDesig...