Tails Straight

TruDesign Tails are moulded from a glass-reinforced nylon composite. High strength, high-modulus glass fibres within the nylon composite provides dramatic strength, stiffness, toughness, and dimensional stability.
TruDesign Tails eliminate the corrosion and electrical bonding problems associated with metallic fittings. Tail fittings are designed for twin hose clamps and to never crush.

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 - Unaffected by diesel, petrol, or chemicals
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
BSP and NPS (Parallel) threads - Universal compatibility to TruDesign Ball Valves, threaded fittings, and other marine components
Large operating temperature range - Suitable for all marine environments, from -40°C to +110°C

Question

Fitting sanitary hose to hose tails

Answer

Use a hair drier to heat up the end of the hose or immerse the end of the hose in hot water. Both these methods will soften the hose sufficiently to enable it to be pushed on. Care must be taken wi...

Question

Identification of threads BSP or NPS ?

Answer

Tru-Design manufacture these marine fittings with two types of threads: BSP British Standard Pipe for the European market. NPS National pipe straight for the US market. Each threaded fitting wi...

Question

What sealant can I use on TruDesign threads ?

Answer

Thread sealing options: - 3M 5200 - 3M 5200FT (fast cure) - Sikaflex 291i - Sikaflex 591 - Loctite 5331 - Loctite 55 Pipe Sealing Chord - PTFE Thread Tape

Question

Can I run Petrol or Diesel through TruDesign fittings ?

Answer

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...