Skin Fittings Domed
Suitable for underwater use, TruDesign range of Skin Fittings are certified by the International Marine Certification Institute (IMCI) and Bureau VERITAS to ISO 9093-2.
They also comply with ABYC H-27 500Lb standard when used in conjunction with the TruDesign ABYC collar.
Designed and made in New Zealand, the Skin Fitting body and nut are moulded from a glass-reinforced nylon composite. High strength, high-modulus glass fibres provide dramatic strength, stiffness, toughness and dimensional stability. These properties allow a significant weight reduction over metallic fittings.
TruDesign Skin Fittings eliminate the corrosion and electrical bonding problems associated with metallic fittings.
When used in below waterline applications, a Ball Valve should be directly connected for safety and compliance to relevant marine standards.
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Features
- Manufactured from a glass-reinforced nylon composite - High strength 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
- Paintable - Can be painted with all types of antifouling
Frequently Asked Questions
What sealant can I use on TruDesign threads ?
Thread sealing options: - 3M 5200 - 3M 5200FT (fast cure) - Sikaflex 291i - Sikaflex 591 - Loctite 5331 - Loctite 55 Pipe Sealing Chord - PTFE Thread Tape
How to use the TruDesign Skin Fitting / Thru Hull Install Tool?
Using the TruDesign Install Tool allows one person to fit Skin Fittings (thru Hulls) without the need for a "helper" inside the boat at the same time. Marine adhesive sealants such as 3M Fast Cu...
How do I replace an old Skin Fitting (Thru Hull) with TruDesign?
Replacing an old metallic skin fitting with TruDesign is relatively simple - follow the instructions contained in in the below Technical Information Sheet.
Are TruDesign Skin Fittings certified ?
ISO 9093-2. - 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 500Lb load test standard. TruD...
Are TruDesign Ball Valves approved / compliant to international standards?
ISO 9093-2. - 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 500Lb load test standard. TruD...
Models
90418
Skin Fitting 1 ½" BSP
90419
Skin Fitting 1 ½" BSP
90420
Skin Fitting 1 ¼" BSP
90421
Skin Fitting 1 ¼" BSP
90422
Skin Fitting 1" BSP
90423
Skin Fitting 1" BSP
90424
Skin Fitting ½" BSP
90425
Skin Fitting ½" BSP
90431
Skin Fitting ¾" BSP
90432
Skin Fitting ¾" BSP
91225
Skin Fitting ½" NPS
91226
Skin Fitting ¾" NPS
91227
Skin Fitting 1" NPS
91228
Skin Fitting 1 ¼" NPS
91229
Skin Fitting 1 ½" NPS
91230
Skin Fitting 2" NPS
91231
Skin Fitting ½" NPS
91232
Skin Fitting ¾" NPS
91233
Skin Fitting 1" NPS
91234
Skin Fitting 1 ¼" NPS
91235
Skin Fitting 1 ½" NPS
91236
Skin Fitting 2" NPS
91343
Skin Fitting 2" BSP
91344
Skin Fitting 2" BSP
