{"product_id":"futura-stainless-steel-braided-hose-brass-nut-insert-24-13-5mm","title":"Futura Stainless Steel Braided Hose | Brass Nut Insert, 24\" - 13.5mm","description":"\u003c!-- ============================================================\n     PRODUCT 1 of 6 — Model: NW-048B-13.5MM\n     Title: Futura Stainless Steel Braided Hose | Brass Nut Insert, 24\" - 13.5mm\n     START\n     ============================================================ --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"line-height: 1.9;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Futura Kitchen Sinks India Pvt. Ltd.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e NW-048B-13.5MM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBore size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13.5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOuter sheath:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel braiding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnector:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brass nut insert\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFutura Stainless Steel Braided Hose with Brass Nut Insert\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fcefb9; padding: 15px; border-left: 4px solid #efc41a; margin: 15px 0; border-radius: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #000000; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"line-height: 1.9; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSS braided outer sheath:\u003c\/strong\u003e Resists kinking, abrasion, and pressure-related bursting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrass nut insert:\u003c\/strong\u003e Metal threads hold torque and resist cracking, unlike plastic connectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e13.5mm bore:\u003c\/strong\u003e Higher flow than the standard 12mm variant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e24-inch length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reaches most standard under-counter and wall-inlet distances\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible routing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bends around tight under-sink spaces without hard elbows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fcefb9; padding: 15px; border-left: 4px solid #328616; border-radius: 5px; margin: 15px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #000000; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eTechnical Specifications (Quick Reference)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 10px 0; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #efc41a; color: #000000;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left;\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eNW-048B-13.5MM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e24 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBore size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e13.5 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSheath material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBraided stainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnector material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBrass nut insert\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVariant Comparison\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 15px 0; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #efc41a; color: #000000;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left;\"\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left;\"\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left;\"\u003eBore options\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left;\"\u003eBest for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNW-048A\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e18 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e12mm \/ 13.5mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eShort runs, inlet close to tap\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNW-048B\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e24 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e12mm \/ 13.5mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eStandard kitchen and bathroom installations\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNW-048C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e36 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e12mm \/ 13.5mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eLong runs, deep cabinets, awkward inlet positions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #d4edda; padding: 15px; border-left: 4px solid #328616; border-radius: 5px; margin: 15px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #000000; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eWhere this product fits best\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"line-height: 1.9; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKitchen sink mixers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hot and cold inlet connections under the counter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWash basin taps:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wall inlet to basin tap connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFaucet replacement jobs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Swapping out aged or leaking connection hoses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNew fitout plumbing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard flexible connector for tap installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater heater inlets:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flexible connection where a rigid pipe won't align\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1) What's the difference between the 12mm and 13.5mm variants?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e13.5mm bore\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2) Is 24 inches the right length for my installation?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e24\" 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 \u003cstrong\u003e18\" (NW-048A) and 36\" (NW-048C)\u003c\/strong\u003e in the same range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e3) How do I install this hose without leaks?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e4) Why choose a brass nut insert over a plastic one?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrass threads engage metal-to-metal and hold their torque over years of use. Plastic nuts are more likely to \u003cstrong\u003ecrack or strip\u003c\/strong\u003e when tightened, especially on repeat servicing, which is why brass is preferred for permanent installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e5) How does this compare to a plain PVC connection pipe?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stainless steel braiding gives this hose far better resistance to \u003cstrong\u003ekinking, abrasion, and pressure bursting\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReturns \u0026amp; Exchange Policy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col style=\"line-height: 1.9;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReturn within 24 hours of delivery for:\n\u003cul style=\"line-height: 1.9;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamaged or defective product\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWrong or missing item\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct cannot be returned once installed or used\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefer to Refund Policy for complete details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"position: absolute; left: -9999px; width: 1px; height: 1px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003efutura braided hose nw-048b 24 inch 13.5mm stainless steel brass nut connection pipe tap inlet bangalore\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HomeRun","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51544938611003,"sku":"5BFLJ","price":144.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0872\/6095\/4939\/files\/1_c2e22f8d-0b2b-41a8-ac06-eff06b215b02.webp?v=1786365081","url":"https:\/\/home-run.co\/products\/futura-stainless-steel-braided-hose-brass-nut-insert-24-13-5mm","provider":"HomeRun","version":"1.0","type":"link"}