Description
Overview:
The 2.1/2" x 2.1/2" Female Instantaneous Fire Hose Coupling (MPN 880 050) is a heavy‐duty connector used to join firefighting hose to equipment quickly and securely. Made from unpolished aluminium for strength and corrosion resistance, it pairs a 2.1/2" (approx. 63.5 mm) instantaneous female coupling with a 2.1/2" (approx. 63.5 mm) hose tail, suiting common UK fire hose sizes around 64-65 mm. It is designed for rapid attachment on pumps, standpipes, hydrants, and portable fire equipment where speed and reliability matter. With a 16 bar maximum working pressure and 24 bar maximum test pressure, it performs well in demanding site, industrial, and emergency use. The robust, lightweight body helps with handling on fire appliances, site pumps, and layflat hose systems.
Key Features:
- Connection: 2.1/2" Instantaneous Female x 2.1/2" Hose Tail (each approx. 63.5 mm)
- Suits nominal hose/insert sizes: 65 mm (Size A) and 64 mm (Size B)
- Durable unpolished aluminium body for strength, low weight, and corrosion resistance
- Quick "instantaneous" action for fast coupling and release in urgent situations
- Maximum working pressure: 16 bar; maximum test pressure: 24 bar
- Hose tail designed for secure clamping/ferruling on layflat hose
- Reliable connection for repeated on/off cycles in field conditions
- Smooth, robust construction for reduced snagging and easier handling with gloves
- Widely used across UK fire-service style hose systems and compatible site setups
Typical Applications:
Rapid connection of 2.1/2" (approx. 63.5 mm) layflat hose to fire pumps, hydrant standpipes, site fire points, and industrial washdown or dewatering rigs. Common on construction sites, facilities maintenance, agriculture, marine yards, and emergency response where fast deployment and dependable high‐pressure performance are required.
Also known as:
Fire hose connector, quick connect coupling, hose adapter, female instantaneous coupling, female hose tail fitting, 2.5 inch (approx. 63.5 mm) female hose coupler, aluminium fire hose fitting, UK instantaneous female adaptor.
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 880 050 |
|---|---|
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Size | 2.1/2" X 2.1/2" |
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