TruDesign Load Bearing Collar – Small & Medium for ½” – 1½” BSP/NPS

Price range: €18.95 through €20.95

TruDesign marine load bearing collars in two sizes (Small: ½”–1″, Medium: 1¼”–1½”) reinforce thru‑hull valve assemblies to ABYC H‑27 standard, made of corrosion‑resistant, glass‑reinforced nylon—ideal for durable coastal boating in Ireland.

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TruDesign Load Bearing Collar – Small & Medium for ½”, ¾”, 1″, 1¼”, 1½” BSP/NPS

Marine‑grade collars for thru‑hull and ball valve assemblies in Irish coastal conditions

Two models:
- Small: fits ½”, ¾”, 1″ skin fittings – model 90856 (150 g)
- Medium: fits 1¼”, 1½” skin fittings – model 90857 (165 g)
Manufactured from UV‑stabilised, glass‑reinforced nylon composite – lightweight yet strong
Corrosion‑proof and non‑conductive – ideal for saltwater and electrolysis prevention
Compliant with ABYC H‑27 (500 lb/227 kg static load for 30 sec) when used with TruDesign skin fitting + ball valve assembly
No hull bolts; installs between skin fitting and ball valve using friction clamp
Compact design: Small ≈150 g, Medium ≈165 g; Low profile keeps diameter similar to valve + handle
Retrofits existing TruDesign assemblies on aluminium, steel, wood, GRP, composite hulls
Sized to match hull thickness – Small for 20–40 mm, Medium for ~24–53 mm; skin fitting thread trimming may be needed

TruDesign offers two load bearing collar options—Small (½”–1″) and Medium (1¼”–1½”)—to strengthen thru‑hull and ball valve setups against side loads and vibrations when sailing in Ireland. These marine‑rated collars are glass‑reinforced nylon, fully corrosion‑resistant and compliant with ABYC H‑27 standards, easily fitting a wide range of UK/Ireland hull constructions without hull penetration bolts. Simply slide onto the valve, tighten against the hull, and enjoy added durability and safety for your deck equipment.