Description
Polished brass. A practical hose connection.
A curved brass bibtap with a polished finish and a downward male click-on outlet.
The metal T-bar handle controls the water. A compatible female connector on your hose clicks onto the supplied nipple.
½-inch BSP tank adapter. Standard or Extended reach. One selected kit supplied.
The tap and adapter are a matching pair
The tap’s ½-inch BSP male inlet screws into the ½-inch BSP female end of the black plastic adapter. Its tank-side thread is also ½-inch BSP male. Both adapter styles use this same tap and connection size.
The Standard kit is shown here with the threaded joint separated. The tap is polished brass; the mounting adapter is plastic and includes a back nut and two washers. You receive one adapter style, as selected.
Before ordering, check the size and gender of an existing tank connection. For a new opening, confirm the wall is suitable, the washers can seat properly and the back nut can be reached inside the tank. BSP is a nominal thread size, not a drill-hole diameter.
Connect the hose below the spout
Use the correct hose-end fitting and leave enough room for it.
Match the coupling
The outlet is a male click-on nipple. It needs a compatible female garden-hose quick connector fitted to the hose end. Choose that connector for your hose size as well as the click-on connection; a bare hose does not fit directly over this outlet.
Leave a gentle bend
The outlet faces downwards. Allow space below it for the female connector and a gentle hose bend. Support the hose so pulling, movement or its weight does not strain the plastic tank adapter. Keep the T-bar handle accessible.
Know what is supplied
The kit includes the selected adapter, polished brass tap with male outlet fitting, back nut and two washers. Hose and female hose-end connector are separate. PTFE tape and installation tools are also separate from these kits.
Same tap, more mounting clearance
Choose Standard when the shorter adapter clears the tank’s shape and leaves enough space for the hose connection. Choose Extended when you need the tap further from the wall.
The Extended connector measures 50mm overall, with about 40mm usable projection. These measurements apply to the black plastic connector, not to the overall length of the tap assembly pictured here.
Once fitted, test the mounting seal, threaded joint and hose coupling with water. Close the tap before disconnecting a hose. The tap controls the existing supply; water-butt flow still depends on the water level and connected equipment.
Questions about the polished tap kit
Is the tap different in the Extended kit?
No. Both options use the same polished brass tap with a ½-inch BSP male inlet and downward male click-on outlet. The difference is the plastic tank adapter’s reach. The Extended connector is 50mm overall with about 40mm usable projection. Choose the reach that suits your tank’s shape and leaves room for the handle, hose-end connector and hose bend.
Does the hose click on without another fitting?
The tap supplies the male click-on nipple, but your hose needs a compatible female garden-hose quick connector fitted to its end. That connector and the hose are separate. A bare hose does not attach directly to this outlet. Choose the female connector to match the hose size and the click-on connection, and close the tap before disconnecting it.
Is the tank adapter also made from brass?
No. The tap has a polished brass body and brass-coloured male outlet fitting, while the tank adapter is black plastic. The adapter is supplied with a back nut and two washers. Support the hose and fit the assembly with care so tightening the metal tap or moving a connected hose does not put unnecessary strain on the plastic mounting.
Can I fit it to an existing water-butt outlet?
Check the existing connection first: the tank-side adapter thread is ½-inch BSP male and must match the tank connection’s size and gender. Not every water-butt outlet uses the same thread. If making a new opening, check wall suitability, washer seating and back-nut access before drilling. Test the mounting and all water connections after installation.
Product information & technical details
| SKU | WB12MF-KIT012 |
|---|---|
| Product type | |
| BSP thread size | 1/2" |
| Thread gender | Male, Female |
| Kit parts | Selected Plastic Tank Adapter, Polished Brass Tap, Male Quick-connect Outlet Fitting, Back Nut, 2 Washers |
| Colour | Black, Brass |
| Material | Brass, Plastic |
| Tank adapter threads | ½-inch BSP male / ½-inch BSP female; Standard or Extended plastic connector |
|---|---|
| Tap inlet | ½-inch BSP male; same tap supplied in both adapter styles |
| Tap finish and control | Polished brass tap with curved downward spout and metal T-bar screw handle |
| Hose connection | Downward-facing male click-on nipple; compatible female hose-end connector required separately |
| Extended connector dimensions | 50mm overall connector length; about 40mm usable projection |
| Included in each selected kit | 1 selected plastic tank adapter, 1 polished brass tap with male quick-connect outlet 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.
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.