Futura Stainless Steel Braided Hose | Brass Nut Insert, 24" - 13.5mm

Product Highlights

• Manufacturer: Futura Kitchen Sinks India Pvt. Ltd.
• Model: NW-048B-13.5MM
• Length: 24 inches
• Bore size: 13.5mm
• Outer sheath: Stainless steel braiding
• Connector: Brass nut insert

Product Description

Futura Stainless Steel Braided Hose with Brass Nut Insert is a 24-inch flexible connection hose used to link a wall inlet to a tap, faucet, or sink mixer. The 13.5mm bore variant carries a higher flow rate than the standard 12mm option, making it the choice where water pressure or fill speed matters — kitchen faucets, mixer taps, and high-use bathroom fittings.

The core is protected by a stainless steel braided sheath, which resists the bursting and kinking that plain rubber or PVC hoses are prone to under sustained line pressure. Both ends terminate in a brass nut insert rather than plastic, giving a metal-to-metal thread engagement that holds torque better over time and is far less likely to crack or strip when tightened during installation. Futura has manufactured sink and plumbing accessories from its Bangalore facility since 1997.

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FAQs

1) What's the difference between the 12mm and 13.5mm variants?

The 13.5mm bore is wider than the 12mm, allowing a higher flow rate. Choose 13.5mm for kitchen mixers and faucets where fill speed matters; 12mm is adequate for lower-demand fittings. Check what your tap's inlet thread accepts before ordering.

2) Is 24 inches the right length for my installation?

24" suits most standard under-counter and wall-inlet-to-tap distances. Measure from your angle valve to the tap inlet and add a little slack for a gentle curve — a hose pulled taut will stress the connection. Futura also offers 18" (NW-048A) and 36" (NW-048C) in the same range.

3) How do I install this hose without leaks?

Hand-tighten the brass nut onto the threaded inlet first to avoid cross-threading, then snug it with a spanner. Do not over-torque — the washer inside the nut makes the seal, not brute force. Run water and check both joints before closing up the cabinet.

4) Why choose a brass nut insert over a plastic one?

Brass threads engage metal-to-metal and hold their torque over years of use. Plastic nuts are more likely to crack or strip when tightened, especially on repeat servicing, which is why brass is preferred for permanent installations.

5) How does this compare to a plain PVC connection pipe?

The stainless steel braiding gives this hose far better resistance to kinking, abrasion, and pressure bursting than an unbraided PVC or PTMT pipe. A PTMT connection pipe is a lower-cost option suitable for low-pressure applications; the braided hose is the more durable choice for pressurised lines.

Returns & Exchange Policy

1. Return within 24 hours of delivery for:
   • Damaged or defective product
   • Wrong or missing item
2. Product cannot be returned once installed or used
3. Refer to Refund Policy for complete details