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BSP Female Socket (Aluminium)

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Description

A BSP socket in aluminium is a versatile and lightweight fitting designed for joining and terminating threaded pipes or fittings in various industrial and commercial applications. This type of socket features female British Standard Pipe (BSP) threads on both ends, allowing it to connect two male-threaded components securely.

Aluminium is chosen for its excellent strength-to-weight ratio, corrosion resistance, and thermal conductivity. These properties make it suitable for applications where weight reduction, ease of handling, and resistance to environmental factors are essential. Industries such as aerospace, automotive, marine, and construction benefit from aluminium sockets due to their durability and reliability in demanding conditions.

The BSP socket design facilitates easy installation and removal, enabling quick assembly and disassembly of piping systems for maintenance or modifications. It provides a tight and leak-free seal when properly tightened, ensuring efficient fluid transfer without the risk of leaks or pressure loss.

Specifications

Product

BSP
Type

BSP Socket
Size

0.5", 0.75", 1", 1.25", 1.5", 2", 2.5", 3", 4"
Connection 1

Female BSP Thread
Connection 2

Socket
Material Type

Aluminium
Colour

Silver

Features & Benefits

Lightweight: Made from aluminium, offering a lightweight solution that is easy to handle and install. This is particularly advantageous in applications where minimizing overall system weight is important.
Corrosion Resistance: Aluminium provides good resistance to corrosion and oxidation, suitable for use in environments where exposure to moisture and outdoor elements is common, though not as resistant as stainless steel.
BSP Threading: Features BSP (British Standard Pipe) threads, ensuring compatibility and easy connection with other BSP-threaded components. This standardization allows for reliable and leak-free joints.
Socket Design: The socket design allows for the insertion and connection of a BSP male-threaded pipe or fitting. It facilitates quick and secure assembly without the need for additional tools beyond tightening.
Versatile Application: Suitable for various industrial and plumbing applications where connecting pipes or fittings with BSP threads is necessary. The aluminium construction offers a balance of strength and cost-effectiveness for these applications.

Application

BSP (British Standard Pipe) fittings are used in a wide range of applications due to their standardized thread forms, which ensure compatibility, reliability, and ease of installation. Some of the primary applications for BSP fittings include:

Plumbing Systems: BSP fittings are extensively used in residential, commercial, and industrial plumbing systems for connecting pipes, faucets, valves, and fixtures in water supply and drainage systems.
Heating and Cooling Systems: These fittings are commonly used in HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) systems to connect piping for hot water, steam, and cooling systems.
Oil and Gas Industry: In the oil and gas industry, BSP fittings are used in pipelines, refineries, and drilling rigs to connect pipes, valves, and other equipment, ensuring secure and leak-proof connections.
Pneumatic Systems: In pneumatic systems, BSP fittings connect air lines, valves, actuators, and other components involved in the automation and control processes of various industrial applications.
Agriculture: In agricultural applications, BSP fittings are used in irrigation systems, sprayers, and other equipment that requires durable and secure pipe connections.

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