Description
Connect the hose. Turn on the water.
This black polypropylene bib tap pairs a ½-inch BSP male inlet with a garden quick-connect outlet. It provides a convenient hose attachment point on a compatible garden fitting.
The broad orange knob turns to control the water, while the curved spout brings the hose connection down below the body. Click a matching female hose connector onto the outlet when you need it, then release the connector to remove the hose.
One tap supplied. Hose, female connector and mounting adapters are sold separately.
Match the inlet to your existing fitting
The threaded end is ½-inch BSP male. It needs a corresponding female thread on the fitting or adapter you are connecting it to.
BSP is a nominal pipe-thread size, so measuring across the thread with a ruler will not give a literal half-inch diameter. Check the connection specification rather than choosing a fitting solely from its appearance.
A water butt or tank may need a separate bulkhead or adapter. Identify the outlet already on your container before choosing the tap, and use the sealing arrangement appropriate to that joint.
The hose clips onto this end
The outlet has a male garden quick-connect spigot with a sealing O-ring. A compatible female hose connector clicks onto it; the bare hose does not push directly over the spigot as it would over a hose-tail barb.
Choose the female connector for your hose bore. For example, the separately available grey ½-inch hose connector is an option for a matching ½-inch garden hose. That hose size is independent of the tap’s ½-inch BSP inlet thread.
Push the connector on fully, check that it is retained and test the assembled connection with water. Keep the O-ring and mating connector clean, and support the hose so pulling it does not twist the tap.
Fit it once. Keep it easy to use.
Check the thread, the hose connection and access to the control before installation.
Start with the water isolated
Close or drain the relevant supply before replacing a tap. Clean and inspect the mating thread, then start the connection by hand. Avoid cross-threading or overtightening the plastic body.
Leave the knob accessible
Position the curved spout downwards with room around the orange knob. Turn the control gently to adjust the flow and close it without forcing it past its stopping point.
Test and drain when needed
Introduce water gradually and inspect the threaded joint and hose coupling. Disconnect and drain exposed fittings before freezing conditions so water is not trapped inside the tap.
Questions about this quick-connect tap
Does my hose push straight onto the spout?
No. The supplied outlet is a male garden quick-connect spigot. Fit a compatible female quick connector to your hose, then click that connector onto the tap. Choose the female connector to match the hose bore.
Is the orange control a quarter-turn lever?
No. This version has a round, screw-type turning knob. Turn it to open, adjust or close the flow; it is a different control from a lever-operated tap.
Will it fit directly onto my water butt?
Only if the existing connection is a matching ½-inch BSP female thread. Water butts and tanks use different outlets, so check yours first. A suitable bulkhead or adapter may be needed and is not supplied with the tap.
Can I choose it for drinking water or a high-pressure system?
The tap is described here for garden water use. A PP body and BSP thread alone do not establish drinking-water approval or an operating-pressure rating. Check the requirements of your intended installation and contact us if you need help selecting a fitting for a specific application.
Product information & technical details
| SKU | GT-BL-12-001 |
|---|---|
| Product type | |
| BSP thread size | 1/2" |
| Thread gender | Male |
| Colour | Black |
| Material | Plastic |
| Body material | Polypropylene (PP) |
|---|---|
| Control | Orange screw-type turning knob |
| Outlet connection | Male garden quick-connect spigot |
| Outlet direction | Downward-curved spout |
| Colour detail | Black body with orange control |
| Supplied item | One bib tap with quick-connect outlet |
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.