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

• Brand: Futura
• Product: Stainless Steel Braided Connection Hose with Brass Nut
• Product Code: NW-048B-13.5MM
• Dimensions: Length 609 mm (24") | Outer Ø18 mm (0.7") | Internal Bore 13.5 mm (0.53") | Hex Nut 22 mm (0.87")
• Thread: 1/2" BSP female nut at both ends
• Material: Stainless steel braided sheath, brass nut insert
• Packaging: 01 Nos (pre-assembled hose with brass end-nuts and washer rings)
• Application: Kitchen mixers, basin taps, faucets and wall inlet connections

Futura Stainless Steel Braided Hose with Brass Nut (NW-048B-13.5MM) is a 24-inch (609 mm) flexible hose for connecting a wall inlet or angle valve to a tap, faucet or sink mixer. Its wide 13.5 mm internal bore gives a higher flow than the standard 12 mm hose, making it a good choice for kitchen mixers, faucets and busy bathroom fittings.

The stainless steel braided sheath protects the hose from kinking, abrasion and bursting under line pressure, which plain rubber or PVC pipes are prone to. Both ends have 1/2" BSP brass nuts (22 mm hex) that grip metal-to-metal, hold their tightness over time and are far less likely to crack than plastic nuts. It comes pre-assembled with the brass end-nuts and internal washer rings already fitted, ready to install.

Product Specifications Table

Installation Tips

Recommendations & Ideal Use-Cases

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

The 13.5 mm bore is wider, so more water flows through it. Choose 13.5 mm for kitchen mixers and faucets where flow matters; 12 mm is fine for lower-demand fittings. Both use the same 1/2" BSP nut thread.

2) Is 24 inches the right length?

24" (609 mm) suits most standard under-counter and wall-inlet-to-tap distances. Measure from the angle valve to the tap inlet and leave some slack for a gentle curve, as a hose pulled tight puts stress on the joints. Futura also offers 18" and 36" lengths.

3) How do I install it without leaks?

Hand-tighten the brass nut first to avoid cross-threading, then snug it up with a spanner. Don't over-tighten – the washer inside the nut creates the seal. Turn on the water and check both joints before closing the cabinet.

4) Why brass nuts instead of plastic?

Brass threads engage metal-to-metal and stay tight for years. Plastic nuts are more likely to crack or strip when tightened, especially if the joint is opened again for servicing.

5) How does it compare to a PVC or PTMT connection pipe?

The stainless steel braiding gives much better resistance to kinking, abrasion and bursting than unbraided PVC or PTMT pipes. PTMT pipes are a lower-cost option for low-pressure lines; this braided hose is the more durable choice, especially with booster pumps or pressurised supply.

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