316 Stainless Steel Hex Nipple BSP

316 Stainless Steel BSP Hex Nipple designed for hygienic, corrosion-resistant plumbing in food & beverage processing, marine systems and harsh industrial environments. Precision-machined from premium 316 stainless steel for long service life and leak-free performance.

What This Fitting Does

A hex nipple is used to join two female BSP-threaded components of the same size. Its central hex section allows easy tightening with a spanner, ensuring secure assembly even in confined or high-pressure applications.

Why Choose a Hex Nipple?

• Strong, reliable inline connection between matching BSP threads.
• Central hex design provides excellent grip for tightening and maintenance.
• More robust than improvised or multi-piece adapters thanks to its solid stainless-steel body.
• Straight-through bore maintains consistent flow with minimal turbulence.

 

Material Advantages - 316 Stainless Steel

• Outstanding corrosion resistance in saltwater, chemicals and cleaning agents.
• Ideal for breweries, wineries, dairies, distilleries and food-processing facilities.
• Perfect for marine and coastal installations where durability is critical.
• Withstands high temperatures and repeated sanitation cycles.

Common Applications

• Washdown systems and hot/cold water plumbing
• Pump connections and equipment installations
• Food & beverage transfer lines
• Marine and corrosive chemical environments

Each hex nipple is precision-machined from solid 316 stainless steel, ensuring dependable, hygienic inline connections for demanding sanitary and corrosive applications.

To ensure maximum service life and safe performance of your equipment, please follow these general care guidelines:

• Clean after use – Rinse or CIP components to remove product, residue or cleaning chemicals.
• Avoid kinks, crushing or sharp bends – Protect hoses and assemblies from mechanical damage.
• Store correctly – Hang hoses or reels where possible; keep fittings and clamps dry and off the floor.
• Inspect regularly – Check for wear, abrasion, loose clamps, damaged gaskets or compromised seals.
• Use compatible cleaning chemicals – Follow manufacturer guidelines for caustic, acid or sanitiser exposure.
• Protect from high heat / UV – Avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight, heaters or hot surfaces unless rated for it.
• Depressurise before disconnecting – Always release system pressure before removing hoses or fittings.
• Replace worn components promptly – Gaskets, clamps, seals and hose ends should be renewed as needed.
  

Proper routine care extends lifespan, improves hygiene and ensures safe, reliable operation across all brewery, winery, distillery and food-processing environments.

We build every transfer hose and washdown assembly in-house. Most orders are dispatched in:

• 1–2 business days for custom hose assemblies
• Same or next day shipping for fittings, clamps, valves, and accessories.

Shipping details:

• Australia-wide delivery via Aramex, TNT, AusPost or courier depending on size/weight
• Free freight on orders over $1500
• Tracking sent automatically by email
• Secure packaging to protect stainless fittings and hose ends
  

If you require urgent shipping, contact us — we always try to help.