Find the female thread
The tap has a 1-inch BSP male thread. It needs a matching female BSP socket on the tank fitting or adapter. A different thread or a plain opening needs an appropriate separate connection.
Description
Bring the outlet clear of the tank
Dispense stored water into a watering can or suitable hose with this 170mm polypropylene lever tap and its 45° downward outlet.
The blue lever controls the flow. Its 1-inch BSP male inlet fits a matching female connection on a water butt, rainwater tank or separate adapter.
One tap supplied. Tank fittings, hose and thread-sealing materials are separate.
1-inch BSPMale inlet thread
45°Downward outlet angle
170mmTap length
PP bodyBlue lever control
Check the tank connection first
The fitting at the container determines whether the tap screws straight in or needs an adapter.
Check an IBC outlet separately
An IBC’s large original outlet is not automatically 1-inch BSP. Match an adapter to the actual IBC outlet, then check that its tap-side connection is suitable for this tap.
Allow room for the lever
Check the space around the valve handle and beneath the angled spout. The 170mm tap length is not a promise of 170mm clearance from the tank wall once fitted.
A threaded inlet and an angled hose tail
The straight threaded end connects to the water supply. The longer spout carries water away from that fitting and turns down at the end.
The blue lever controls the flow. For fitting or replacing the tap, isolate the supply or empty the container below the outlet first. Use sealing materials appropriate to the threaded joint, and avoid overtightening the plastic body.
After fitting, introduce water gradually and inspect the connection before leaving the container filled. Support any attached hose so its weight cannot pull against the tap.
Match hose to the tail, not the BSP label
The ridged end fits inside suitable flexible hose. Choose hose with a compatible internal bore and use an appropriate securing clip for the hose and connection.
1-inch BSP refers to the inlet thread. It does not specify a 1-inch hose bore at the spout, and this hose tail is not a standard garden click-on plug.
If you will dispense directly into a watering can, check the height and position of the installed outlet. Close the lever after use and drain exposed fittings before freezing weather.
Questions about the 45° PP tap
Does it screw directly onto every IBC tank?
No. This tap has a 1-inch BSP male inlet. Check the IBC outlet and any adapter already fitted; an appropriate adapter may be required to provide a matching female BSP connection.
Does 1-inch BSP mean it takes 1-inch hose?
No. That label identifies the inlet thread. Hose must fit the separate ridged tail at the angled outlet; confirm the hose and tail fit before choosing a hose or clip.
Are sealing tape and a tank adapter included?
This listing supplies one tap. Thread-sealing materials, tank adapter, hose and clips are separate. A different bundle that includes tape is a separate product.
Is the 170mm length the distance from the tank wall?
It describes the tap length. The exposed reach depends on how far the inlet screws into the fitting and whether an adapter is used. Check the available space for your own installation.
Product information & technical details
| SKU | IBCTAP1BSPM-45D-001 |
|---|---|
| Product type | |
| BSP thread size | 1" |
| Thread gender | Male |
| Colour | Grey |
| Material | Plastic |
| Body material | Polypropylene (PP) |
| Outlet angle | 45° downward angle |
|---|---|
| Tap length | 170mm |
| Control | Blue lever handle |
| Outlet style | Ridged hose tail |
| Inlet connection | 1-inch BSP male |
| Supplied quantity | One tap |
| Application | Stored-water dispensing and rainwater watering |
What is BSP?
What is BSP thread size?
BSP (British Standard Pipe) is a nominal pipe-thread size, not a direct measurement of a fitting’s bore or outside diameter. For example, a ½-inch BSP male thread measures about 21mm across its outer thread crests.
These figures are approximate outside diameters of male BSP threads, to help identify the nominal size. They are not inch-to-millimetre unit conversions:
- 3/8" BSP → 16.66 mm
- 1/2" BSP → 20.95 mm
- 3/4" BSP → 26.44 mm
- 1" BSP → 33.25 mm
- 1.25" BSP → 41.91 mm
- 1.5" BSP → 47.80 mm
- 2" BSP → 59.61 mm
- 3" BSP → 87.88 mm
- 4" BSP → 113.03 mm
Measure across the outside of a male thread, then check its pitch and whether it is parallel or tapered. Diameter alone does not confirm compatibility. Check the product’s stated thread specification before connecting.
All delivery times are estimates and not guaranteed. Orders placed before 1 pm, Monday to Friday (excluding bank holidays), will be dispatched the same day, while orders placed after 1 pm will be dispatched by the end of the next working day.
If an invalid postcode or address is provided, the order will be cancelled without further notice, as we are unable to modify addresses or print labels for invalid postcodes.
Our standard delivery option is Royal Mail Tracked 48, which typically takes 3–5 business days. If you need your order more quickly, Expedited delivery via Royal Mail Tracked 24 is available, offering a 1–2 business day service.
Large or bulky items may be sent via courier at our discretion and are usually dispatched for next-day delivery. Please note that we only ship to mainland UK addresses; delivery to non-mainland locations, including the Highlands & Islands, may not be available for large or heavy items. If your address falls into one of these areas and you wish to purchase such items, please contact us with your postcode and order details before placing your order. If we cannot ship to you, you are welcome to arrange your own courier for collection.
All products, unless otherwise stated, come with a standard manufacturer warranty against faulty workmanship.
If your product fails within six months of delivery, please contact us with your order reference number, a description of the issue, and clear images illustrating the fault.
Should your item require a return for further investigation, it is your responsibility to arrange and cover postage back to us.
If we are unable to repair the fault, we may offer either a replacement or a full refund.
In cases where the item is inspected and found not to be faulty—or where damage is determined not to be due to manufacturing defects—you will not be entitled to a refund or replacement. We will then either return the item to you via standard post or dispose of it at your request.
You may return any order within 14 days of delivery. As soon as you receive your items, please inspect them carefully—taking reasonable care to keep both the product and its packaging clean and undamaged. If you discover an error or defect after 14 days, we reserve the right to decline your return. If your product fails or breaks after this 14-day time window then your order may be eligible for a warranty claim, please see our warranty information for more details.
To initiate a return, please contact us via our contact form to obtain a return authorisation and the correct returns address (different from the address on your invoice). This can also be done through your 'recent orders' page on your account if you are registered with Shop. Returns sent without prior authorisation will be discarded.
Returned items must be in the same condition in which you received them—unworn or unused, with tags attached and in their original packaging. You must include either a copy of your invoice or a slip with your order reference number inside the parcel. Please be sure not to obscure your return reference number on the label.
If you refuse delivery or reject the parcel without prior notice, we will inspect the returned package and issue a refund upon receipt. Although there is no restocking fee, we will deduct the cost of the return postage label (£3.35) from your refund.
If the returned item or its packaging shows signs of use, damage, or staining, we may deduct up to 50% of the order value—or refuse the return entirely—depending on its condition. Examples include damaged tags, stained, modified or damaged packaging, or missing components.
For faulty, incorrect, or damaged items, please contact us before sending anything back so we can attempt to resolve the issue directly. If we agree that a return is necessary due to our error, we will provide you with a pre-paid return label.
Products that have been modified or damaged through customer action are not eligible for return. This includes, but is not limited to, items that have been cut, trimmed or otherwise altered—such as a tarpaulin or pond liner resized to your specifications—or any product showing damage beyond normal inspection handling.
All delivery times are estimates and not guaranteed. Orders placed before 1 pm, Monday to Friday (excluding bank holidays), will be dispatched the same day, while orders placed after 1 pm will be dispatched by the end of the next working day.
If an invalid postcode or address is provided, the order will be cancelled without further notice, as we are unable to modify addresses or print labels for invalid postcodes.
Our standard delivery option is Royal Mail Tracked 48, which typically takes 3–5 business days. If you need your order more quickly, Expedited delivery via Royal Mail Tracked 24 is available, offering a 1–2 business day service.
Large or bulky items may be sent via courier at our discretion and are usually dispatched for next-day delivery. Please note that we only ship to mainland UK addresses; delivery to non-mainland locations, including the Highlands & Islands, may not be available for large or heavy items. If your address falls into one of these areas and you wish to purchase such items, please contact us with your postcode and order details before placing your order. If we cannot ship to you, you are welcome to arrange your own courier for collection.
All products, unless otherwise stated, come with a standard manufacturer warranty against faulty workmanship.
If your product fails within six months of delivery, please contact us with your order reference number, a description of the issue, and clear images illustrating the fault.
Should your item require a return for further investigation, it is your responsibility to arrange and cover postage back to us.
If we are unable to repair the fault, we may offer either a replacement or a full refund.
In cases where the item is inspected and found not to be faulty—or where damage is determined not to be due to manufacturing defects—you will not be entitled to a refund or replacement. We will then either return the item to you via standard post or dispose of it at your request.
You may return any order within 14 days of delivery. As soon as you receive your items, please inspect them carefully—taking reasonable care to keep both the product and its packaging clean and undamaged. If you discover an error or defect after 14 days, we reserve the right to decline your return. If your product fails or breaks after this 14-day time window then your order may be eligible for a warranty claim, please see our warranty information for more details.
To initiate a return, please contact us via our contact form to obtain a return authorisation and the correct returns address (different from the address on your invoice). This can also be done through your 'recent orders' page on your account if you are registered with Shop. Returns sent without prior authorisation will be discarded.
Returned items must be in the same condition in which you received them—unworn or unused, with tags attached and in their original packaging. You must include either a copy of your invoice or a slip with your order reference number inside the parcel. Please be sure not to obscure your return reference number on the label.
If you refuse delivery or reject the parcel without prior notice, we will inspect the returned package and issue a refund upon receipt. Although there is no restocking fee, we will deduct the cost of the return postage label (£3.35) from your refund.
If the returned item or its packaging shows signs of use, damage, or staining, we may deduct up to 50% of the order value—or refuse the return entirely—depending on its condition. Examples include damaged tags, stained, modified or damaged packaging, or missing components.
For faulty, incorrect, or damaged items, please contact us before sending anything back so we can attempt to resolve the issue directly. If we agree that a return is necessary due to our error, we will provide you with a pre-paid return label.
Products that have been modified or damaged through customer action are not eligible for return. This includes, but is not limited to, items that have been cut, trimmed or otherwise altered—such as a tarpaulin or pond liner resized to your specifications—or any product showing damage beyond normal inspection handling.