The TruDesign Unequal Hose Tail is a premium marine plumbing fitting designed to connect different hose sizes while providing a secure, leak-resistant connection to threaded marine plumbing systems. Manufactured in New Zealand from glass-reinforced nylon composite, these unequal hose tails offer exceptional strength, corrosion resistance, and long-term reliability in harsh marine environments. TruDesign unequal hose tails are specifically engineered for connecting different hose diameters while eliminating the corrosion and electrolysis issues associated with traditional bronze or brass fittings.

Ideal for boat plumbing upgrades, engine cooling systems, bilge pumps, live bait tanks, sanitation systems, freshwater systems, and washdown installations, TruDesign unequal hose tails provide a lightweight, high-performance alternative to metallic fittings. The unequal hose barb design allows different hose sizes to be joined to the same threaded fitting, making them ideal when adapting or upgrading existing marine plumbing systems.

Manufactured using high-strength glass-reinforced nylon composite, these fittings are immune to corrosion, electrolysis, and dezincification while remaining highly resistant to diesel, petrol, antifouling chemicals, and UV exposure. Unlike metal hose tails, TruDesign fittings require no electrical bonding and will not suffer from corrosion in saltwater installations.

Compatible with BSP and NPS threaded marine fittings, TruDesign Unequal Hose Tails are suitable for recreational boats, yachts, launches, commercial vessels, and marine service applications throughout New Zealand.

Key Features

• Genuine TruDesign marine fitting
• Unequal hose tail design for connecting different hose sizes
• Manufactured from glass-reinforced nylon composite
• High-strength lightweight construction
• Corrosion and electrolysis free
• Resistant to diesel, petrol, and common marine chemicals
• UV-resistant for long outdoor life
• Compatible with BSP and NPS threaded fittings
• Designed for twin hose clamp installation
• Will not crush under normal hose clamp loads
• Suitable for above and below waterline applications
• Made in New Zealand

TruDesign states its unequal hose tails are manufactured from glass-reinforced nylon composite, are corrosion-free, chemically resistant, UV resistant, and designed to accommodate twin hose clamps without crushing.

Why Buy the TruDesign Unequal Hose Tail from Barton Marine NZ?

At Barton Marine NZ, we supply genuine TruDesign marine plumbing components trusted by boat builders, marine engineers, and recreational boaties throughout New Zealand. These unequal hose tails provide a durable, maintenance-free solution for adapting hose sizes while eliminating the corrosion problems associated with traditional metal fittings.

Perfect for:

• Engine cooling systems
• Bilge pump plumbing
• Live bait tank plumbing
• Freshwater systems
• Saltwater washdown systems
• Marine sanitation systems
• Boat plumbing upgrades
• Yacht refits
• Commercial vessels
• Trailer boats

Technical Specifications

TruDesign offers unequal hose tails in multiple thread and hose size combinations for universal compatibility with marine plumbing systems.

Common Applications

The TruDesign Unequal Hose Tail is commonly used for:

• Bilge pump installations
• Engine cooling systems
• Livewell plumbing
• Freshwater plumbing
• Saltwater washdown systems
• Marine sanitation systems
• Cockpit drain plumbing
• Boat plumbing upgrades
• Custom hose connections
• Commercial marine plumbing

Performance Benefits

The TruDesign Unequal Hose Tail provides:

• Corrosion-free operation
• Lightweight yet high-strength construction
• Easy adaptation between different hose sizes
• Excellent chemical resistance
• Long service life
• UV stability
• Reliable leak-resistant hose connections

TruDesign recommends using two stainless steel hose clamps on underwater or near-waterline hose connections to maximise safety and sealing performance.