Skin Fittings with Tails

Moulded from glass-reinforced nylon composite. High strength, high-modulus glass fibres within the nylon composite provide dramatic strength, stiffness, toughness and dimensional stability. These properties allow a significant weight reduction over metallic fittings.
TruDesign Skin Fittings with Tails eliminate the corrosion and electrical bonding problems associated with metallic fittings.

TruDesign Skin Fittings with Tails (3/4" and above) are certified by the International Marine Certification Institute (IMCI) & Bureau Veritas to meet; ISO 9093-2 Small craft — Seacocks and through-hull fittings — Part 2: Non-metallic
THey are not for use below the water line. For below waterline applications, see our Skin Fittings Threaded or Skin Fittings Recessed product ranges (as a Ball Valve must be directly attached to the Skin Fitting for safety and compliance to marine standards).

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
Long Tail - Hoses can be secured with 2 hose clamps for a strong connection

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Can I fit a Skin Fitting with Tail below the waterline ?

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NO All Skin Fittings fitted below the waterline must be threaded and connected to a Ball Valve to enable shut off in event of an emergency and when unattended at the Marina. Additionally, 2 stain...

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How do I replace an old Skin Fitting (Thru Hull) with TruDesign?

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Replacing an old metallic skin fitting with TruDesign is relatively simple - follow the instructions contained in in the below Technical Information Sheet.

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How to use the TruDesign Skin Fitting / Thru Hull Install Tool?

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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...

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Are TruDesign Skin Fittings certified ?

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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...

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