Forespar Round CF253 Thru-Hull Fit

Forespar CF253 Round Marelon Thru-Hull Fitting

Product Description

Upgrade your vessel’s plumbing system with the unparalleled safety and durability of the FORESPAR Round CF253 Thru-Hull Fitting. Engineered as a modern, superior alternative to traditional bronze fittings, this essential component provides boat owners with ultimate peace of mind. By eliminating the risks of corrosion and electrolysis, the CF253 ensures long-term reliability for all critical connections, whether positioned above or below the waterline. Its robust construction and intelligent design make it the premier choice for new builds and refits, safeguarding your boat against the harsh marine environment.

The Forespar CF253 is precision-molded to meet the highest standards of quality and performance. Its advanced material and engineering offer significant advantages over metal counterparts, delivering superior strength without the associated weight or vulnerability to galvanic corrosion. This makes it an indispensable part of any integrated marine plumbing system, from sanitation and engine cooling to bilge pumps and scuppers.

Key Benefits:

* Complete Corrosion Immunity: Forget the worries of dezincification and electrolysis. The advanced polymer construction is completely inert, ensuring it will never corrode, rust, or seize, guaranteeing a long and reliable service life.
* Superior Strength & Safety: Designed to exceed the requirements of ABYC H-27 and be certified by the ISO, this thru-hull fitting offers exceptional impact resistance and structural integrity, providing a secure and dependable connection through your boat´s hull.
* Lightweight Performance: Significantly lighter than traditional bronze fittings, the CF253 helps reduce overall vessel weight without compromising on strength or safety, contributing to better performance and fuel efficiency.
* Versatile Marine Application: Formulated for stability and longevity, this fitting is ideal for continuous immersion in saltwater. It is U.V. stabilized for durability in applications above the waterline and performs flawlessly in the demanding environment below.

Main Features:

* Features a low-profile, mushroom-head design for minimal drag and a clean exterior finish.
* Engineered with heavy-duty buttress-style threads for maximum strength and a secure, strip-resistant connection to seacocks and valves.
* A wide, integrated flange provides a large surface area for bedding, ensuring a watertight and robust seal against the hull.
* Designed as a core component of Forespar´s integrated Marelon plumbing system for seamless compatibility and performance.

Adapters and System Integration

The FORESPAR CF253 Thru-Hull Fitting is designed with standard NPSM (straight) threads, making it compatible with a wide array of marine plumbing components. It integrates perfectly with Forespar Marelon seacocks and valves for a complete, corrosion-free system. Furthermore, its universal threading allows for easy connection to various hose barb adapters, elbows, and other standard plumbing hardware, offering you maximum flexibility when designing or servicing your boat´s systems.

Technical Specifications:

* Model: CF253
* Type: Round Mushroom Head Thru-Hull Fitting
* Thread Size: 1-1/2" NPSM (Straight Thread)
* Required Hole Saw Size: 2" (51mm)
* Flange Diameter: 3" (76mm)
* Maximum Hull Thickness: 2-1/8" (54mm)

Installation and Important Information

Made from high strength glass-reinforced Marelon.

Ideal for use above or below the waterline.

Must be installed with proper bedding compound.

Recommend a maximum torque setting of 20 lb/ft.

Choose the FORESPAR CF253 Thru-Hull Fitting and invest in the future of your vessel´s safety and integrity