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Water Butt Adapter + Nickel Plated Barbed Tap

Water Butt Adapter + Nickel Plated Barbed Tap

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  • Nickel-plated brass tap: a silver-finish brass bibtap with a metal T-bar screw handle pairs with a black plastic water-butt adapter. The ribbed hose tail gives you a direct push-on connection for compatible flexible hose rather than a click-on garden-hose coupling.
  • Two matched connection sizes: the ½-inch kit has a ½-inch BSP male/female tank adapter, a ½-inch BSP male tap inlet and a nominal ½-inch / 13mm hose tail. The ¾-inch kit uses the corresponding ¾-inch BSP connections and a nominal ¾-inch / 19mm hose tail. Hose sizes refer to internal diameter.
  • Standard or Extended reach: choose the shorter Standard adapter or the longer Extended connector to suit your tank and hose route. The Extended connector measures 50mm overall with about 40mm usable projection; allow room for the handle above and the hose bend below the tap.
  • Mounting parts included: each kit contains one adapter in your selected size and style, one nickel-plated brass tap with its barbed hose-tail fitting, one back nut and two washers. You receive one adapter style, not both. Hose, hose clips, PTFE tape and tools are separate.
  • Check the fit before filling: match the tank thread or confirm wall suitability and back-nut access for a new opening. Fit suitable flexible hose over the tail, secure it as the hose requires and support its weight. Test the mounting, threaded joints and hose connection with water after fitting.
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Description

A direct connection for your hose

A nickel-plated brass bibtap with a ribbed hose tail, paired with a black plastic tank adapter.

Turn the metal T-bar handle to control the water, with a compatible flexible hose fitted directly over the tail.

Choose ½-inch or ¾-inch BSP, with Standard or Extended reach. One selected kit supplied.

Illustrative half-inch Standard nickel-plated brass tap with T-bar handle, barbed hose tail and black tank adapter
Illustrative ½-inch Standard kit, uninstalled.
Brass tapSilver nickel-plated finish
Barbed tailDirect push-on hose connection
2 BSP sizes½-inch or ¾-inch tank thread
2 reachesStandard or Extended adapter
Actual half-inch Standard kit showing the silver nickel-plated brass tap, T-bar handle, ribbed hose tail and short black tank adapter with red washers

Choose the hose by its inside diameter

The ½-inch kit has a nominal ½-inch / 13mm hose tail. The ¾-inch kit has a nominal ¾-inch / 19mm hose tail. These hose sizes describe the internal diameter of the compatible hose, not its outside diameter.

A suitable flexible hose pushes over the ribbed tail. This is a barbed connection rather than a male click-on nipple, so a female quick connector does not snap directly onto the tail. Check the hose’s fit and secure it as required for the hose and application.

The ½-inch Standard kit is shown here. Hose and hose clips are separate. Give the hose a gentle bend and support it so its weight or movement does not pull on the tap.

Actual three-quarter-inch Extended kit with longer black connector, silver T-bar brass tap and downward barbed hose tail

Match the tank. Leave room for the hose.

Both ½-inch BSP selections use a ½-inch male/female tank adapter and a ½-inch BSP male-inlet tap. Both ¾-inch BSP selections use a ¾-inch male/female tank adapter and a ¾-inch BSP male-inlet tap. Standard and Extended change the adapter’s reach, not these pairings.

The Extended connector measures 50mm overall, with about 40mm usable projection. The ¾-inch Extended kit is pictured here. These measurements apply to the connector, not the length of the whole tap assembly.

Choose the reach that clears your tank’s shape. Leave space to turn the T-bar handle and route the hose below the tail without a tight bend. BSP is a nominal thread size, so do not use it as a drill-hole measurement.

Before you fit the kit

Check the mounting surface and make each connection accessible.

Check the tank outlet

Match an existing thread by size and gender. For a new opening, confirm the wall is suitable, the washers can seat properly and the back nut can be reached inside the tank. Avoid putting strain on the plastic adapter while fitting the metal tap.

Check the contents

Your selected kit includes one tank adapter, one nickel-plated brass tap with barbed hose-tail fitting, one back nut and two washers. The adapter is either Standard or Extended, as selected. PTFE tape, hose, hose clips and installation tools are separate.

Test with water

After fitting, test the mounting seal, threaded joints and hose connection with water, then check the handle operation. Water-butt flow depends on the water level and connected hose. The tap controls that supply; it does not add pressure.

Questions about the barbed tap kit

Which hose size fits each option?

The ½-inch kit has a nominal ½-inch / 13mm hose tail; the ¾-inch kit has a nominal ¾-inch / 19mm hose tail. These dimensions refer to hose internal diameter. Choose compatible flexible hose and check its actual fit over the tail. Hose, clips and tools are separate; support the hose so it does not pull on the tap or tank mounting.

Can I click a garden-hose connector straight onto this tap?

No. The supplied outlet is a ribbed hose tail for a direct push-on connection with suitable flexible hose. It is not a male click-on garden-hose nipple. A female quick connector will not snap directly onto the barbs. If you need a click-on setup, choose the appropriate tap or a separately verified compatible conversion rather than assuming the two outlet types are interchangeable.

What does the Extended option change?

It changes the reach of the plastic tank adapter. The Extended connector is 50mm overall with about 40mm usable projection, bringing the tap further from the wall than the Standard connector. It retains the BSP pairing and nominal hose-tail size for your selected ½-inch or ¾-inch kit. Check handle clearance and the hose bend when deciding which reach to use.

Is the whole kit made from brass?

No. The tap body and barbed hose-tail fitting are nickel-plated brass, giving them a silver finish. The tank adapter is black plastic and comes with a back nut and two washers. The metal T-bar handle operates the tap. Install the assembly with care so tightening or the weight of a connected hose does not put unnecessary strain on the plastic mounting.

Product information & technical details

SKUWB12MF-KIT013
Product typeWater Butt Tap Kits
BSP thread size1/2", 3/4"
Thread genderMale, Female
Barb size13mm (1/2"), 19mm (3/4")
Kit partsSelected Plastic Tank Adapter, Nickel-plated Brass Tap, Barbed Hose-tail Fitting, Back Nut, 2 Washers
ColourBlack, Silver
MaterialBrass, Plastic
½-inch kit connections½-inch BSP male/female tank adapter; ½-inch BSP male tap inlet; nominal ½-inch / 13mm hose tail
¾-inch kit connections¾-inch BSP male/female tank adapter; ¾-inch BSP male tap inlet; nominal ¾-inch / 19mm hose tail
Hose size convention13mm and 19mm are nominal hose internal diameters; BSP thread sizes describe the threaded connections
Extended connector dimensions50mm overall connector length; about 40mm usable projection
Tap construction and controlNickel-plated brass body and hose-tail fitting; metal T-bar screw handle; black plastic tank adapter
Included in each selected kit1 selected tank adapter, 1 nickel-plated brass tap with barbed hose-tail fitting, 1 back nut and 2 washers
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.

Please see our shipping policy for further information.

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.

Please see our warranty policy for further information.

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.

Please see our refund policy for further information.

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.

Please see our shipping policy for further information.

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.

Please see our warranty policy for further information.

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.

Please see our refund policy for further information.