Description
Connect your garden hose
A longer hose run, a second watering branch or a connection at the tap: each job needs a different fitting. This Bradas LIME LINE range brings together quick hose connectors, threaded tap adapters, joining kits and manual valves.
Choose the connection you need in the menu above, then check its included parts in the guide below. Each option is sold separately; you are not buying every item shown in the range photograph.
The photo shows the In-Line Valve + Connectors option assembled. Hose, taps and watering equipment are not included.
Which option do I need?
Open a group to compare the exact option names used in the menu above.
Valves and splitters
In-Line Valve: One manual inline valve with a male garden quick plug at each end. Needs two compatible female hose-end sockets; these are not included.
In-Line Valve + Connectors: One double-male inline valve and two female hose connectors for ½-inch or ⅝-inch garden hose. Hose is not included.
Click-Lock Valve (3/4" BSPF): One manual valve with a ¾-inch BSP female threaded connection and a male garden quick plug. Connects a matching threaded outlet to a separate female hose socket.
3/4" BSPF-BSPM Valve: One manual valve with a ¾-inch BSP male thread at one end and ¾-inch BSP female thread at the other. This version has threaded connections, rather than quick plugs.
4 Way Splitter: One four-outlet tap splitter with an individual manual valve and male quick plug on each branch. Fits 1-inch or ¾-inch BSP male tap threads using its reducing insert. Hose-end connectors are separate.
2 Way Splitter: One two-outlet tap splitter with separate manual branch valves and male quick plugs. Fits 1-inch or ¾-inch BSP male tap threads using its reducing insert. Hose-end connectors are separate.
Hose connectors, repairs and joining kits
Double Male Connector: One straight double-male quick coupler for joining two female garden hose sockets. It does not grip bare hose; there is no control valve.
Hose Mender: One straight mender for two bare ½-inch garden hose ends, secured by two screw-on retaining nuts. This is not a detachable quick coupling.
2 x Hose Connectors: Two standard female garden quick connectors for ½-inch or ⅝-inch bare hose ends. No central joining coupler, tap adapter or valve is included.
Stopped Hose Connector: One female garden quick connector with a water-stop mechanism, for ½-inch or ⅝-inch bare hose. The stop closes when the attached male quick plug is removed.
Double Male + Connectors: One double-male quick coupler plus two female connectors for ½-inch or ⅝-inch hose. Makes a detachable joint between two compatible hose ends; no control valve is included.
3 Way Connector: One Y-shaped fitting with three male garden quick plugs. Joins three female hose sockets or splits a supply into two branches. No branch valves or hose-end connectors are included.
3 Way + Hose Connectors: One three-way male quick coupler and three female connectors for ½-inch or ⅝-inch hose. Provides one inlet and two branches, without separate branch valves.
Tap adapters and multi-size options
Multi-Size Tap Connector: One female hose connector plus a male quick-plug tap adapter with nested thread reducers, providing ½-inch, ¾-inch and 1-inch BSP female tap connections. The hose connector grips ½-inch or ⅝-inch hose.
Tap Connector (1/2" BSPF): One tap adapter with a ½-inch BSP female thread and a male garden quick plug. Use a separate female hose-end connector to attach your hose.
Tap Connector (3/4" BSPF): One tap adapter with a ¾-inch BSP female thread and a male garden quick plug. Use a separate female hose-end connector to attach your hose.
Tap Connector (1" BSPF): One tap adapter with a 1-inch BSP female thread and a male garden quick plug. Use a separate female hose-end connector to attach your hose.
Multi-Angle Tap Connector: One adjustable-angle tap adapter with 1-inch BSP female thread and a ¾-inch reducing insert. Its outlet is a male garden quick plug. Hose-end connector, tap and hose are separate.
Threaded female quick sockets
Expanding Hose Connector (3/4" BSPM): One female garden quick socket with a ¾-inch BSP male thread at the rear. Screws into a matching female threaded fitting; it has no bare-hose gripping nut.
Expanding Hose Connector (3/4" BSPF): One water-stop female garden quick socket with a ¾-inch BSP female thread at the rear. Screws onto a matching male threaded fitting; it has no bare-hose gripping nut.
Expanding Hose (Male & Female): Two female garden quick sockets: one with ¾-inch BSP male thread and one with ¾-inch BSP female thread. This option contains adapters only, not an expanding hose.
A threaded tap needs an adapter, not just a hose socket
The Multi-Size Tap Connector option includes a tap adapter, nested reducing inserts and one female hose-end connector. The inserts provide ½-inch, ¾-inch and 1-inch BSP female connections for matching male threaded taps. Use the combination that matches your tap; the unused inserts can be kept for another connection.
The adapter’s male quick plug clips into the separate female socket on the hose. That hose connector is for ½-inch or ⅝-inch garden hose. The BSP size refers to the tap thread, not the hose bore.
If you know your tap thread and already have a suitable female connector fitted to your hose, the individual Tap Connector (1/2" BSPF), Tap Connector (3/4" BSPF) or Tap Connector (1" BSPF) options supply a tap adapter on its own.
The straight Hose Mender does a different job: its two retaining nuts join bare ½-inch hose ends directly. It does not connect to the tap adapter’s quick plug.
Give the hose a better route from the tap
The Multi-Angle Tap Connector lets you set the direction of the quick-connect outlet instead of forcing the hose into a tight bend immediately below the tap. It has a 1-inch BSP female thread with a ¾-inch reducing insert, and a male quick plug for a separate female hose connector.
For more watering branches, choose the 2 Way Splitter or 4 Way Splitter. Each has a separate manual valve at every outlet. Their tap connection accepts 1-inch or ¾-inch BSP male threads using the supplied insert.
The plain 3 Way Connector has three male quick plugs and no valves. Choose 3 Way + Hose Connectors if you also need the three fittings that grip the hose ends.
The connection photo shows how the multi-angle option fits. The tap, hose and hose-end connector shown with it are separate items.
Check both ends before you connect
Identify the attachment
A retaining nut grips bare hose. A female quick socket clips over a male garden plug. A BSP thread screws onto the matching threaded fitting. Match both ends of the fitting to your setup.
Choose the included parts
A valve-only option needs separate hose connectors unless they are already fitted. The joining kits include their stated connectors. Threaded expanding-hose adapters attach to matching threads, rather than gripping bare hose.
Fit and check the joint
Turn off the source and release pressure before fitting. Seat hose ends and seals correctly, secure the quick couplings, then open the tap gradually and inspect the joints. Turn off and drain the system before disconnecting or storage.
Questions about this fitting range
Does “Expanding Hose (Male & Female)” include a hose?
No. It contains two female garden quick sockets: one with a ¾-inch BSP male rear thread and one with a ¾-inch BSP female rear thread. Match those threads to your hose’s existing end fittings. No expanding hose is supplied.
What does the STOP connector do?
The Stopped Hose Connector has an internal water stop that closes when the male quick plug is removed. The threaded ¾-inch BSPF quick socket also has a water-stop mechanism. A water stop is not a pressure regulator or a substitute for turning off the tap before working on the system.
Does a ¾-inch BSP fitting grip ¾-inch hose?
Not by itself. BSP describes the screw thread. The threaded adapters in this range connect to matching threads and garden quick couplings. The hose-gripping quick connectors listed here fit ½-inch or ⅝-inch hose; the Hose Mender is specified for ½-inch only.
Can I connect the quick fittings to other brands?
Use a matching standard garden male plug and female socket, and check that the socket locks securely onto the plug. Hozelock-style garden quick couplings are different from BSP threads, GEKA claw couplings and hose barbs. Matching colour alone does not establish compatibility.
Product information & technical details
| SKU | HCVM-34BSPF001LIME[#ML] |
|---|---|
| Product type | |
| BSP thread size | 1/2", 3/4", 1" |
| Thread gender | Male, Female |
| Colour | Green, Grey |
| Material | Plastic |
| Product range | Bradas LIME LINE garden hose fittings |
|---|---|
| Hose-end quick connector fit | ½-inch or ⅝-inch hose, on hose-gripping connector options |
| Hose mender fit | ½-inch hose only |
| Threaded quick socket options | ¾-inch BSP male or female rear thread; both have female quick sockets |
| Tap splitter outlets | Two or four male quick plugs, each with a manual valve |
| Quantity supplied | One selected fitting or the stated kit; hose and taps are separate |
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
All our BSP threads are parallel (BSPP, to ISO 228), not tapered.
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.