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Skin Fittings Long - Domed

TruDesign Long Skin Fittings comply to ISO 9093-2. and ABYC H-27 500Lb Standard (when used with 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 and installed as per manufacturers instructions for safety and compliance to relevant 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 up to 100mm thick
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
Limited Warranty
TruDesign accepts no responsibility for Ball Valves or Skin Fittings which are not installed as per manufacturers instructions.

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

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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.

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 -...

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

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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...

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...

Are TruDesign Skin Fittings certified ?

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Are TruDesign Skin Fittings certified ?

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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: TruDesign...

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...

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