Garden Hose Adapter Question

[Krux]

Hello all.

 

I am looking at ways to temporarily transport water from my RO reservoir to my new tank for the foreseeable future and could use some input.  At some point the room behind my tank wall will become a fish room and all RO will relocate there, but I need to do some electrical before I can do that.

 

I am going to use a Sicce ultrazero in my RO reservoir to push water to my topoff reservoir about 15 feet away as needed.  The pump has a 3/4" garden hose male output. 

 

I prefer to avoid brass around the water, even though it is only a minute or two it will be submerged and am looking for anyones' experience using polysulphonate or polypropolene fittings or quick disconnect fittings.  I used these for brewing to keep metal away from the wort, and figure they would function the same for this application unless there is a reliable more accessible option.  I figure on attaching these to the end of a potable water line from the RV store as I think my usual go-to of silicone tubing will be too flimsy for a run of this length.

 

TIA.

[Colbymac92]

Sorry, not following as I’m a visual person. Are you looking for something Like this:

https://www.bulkreefsupply.com/mur-lok-garden-hose-utility-sink-adapter.html?ab_version=B&utm_term=&utm_campaign=EL+|+ACQ_Smart_Shopping+|+ROAS+|+All+Products&utm_source=adwords&utm_medium=ppc&hsa_acc=7373341438&hsa_cam=17740353356&hsa_grp=&hsa_ad=&hsa_src=x&hsa_tgt=&hsa_kw=&hsa_mt=&hsa_net=adwords&hsa_ver=3&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAoKeuBhCoARIsAB4WxtfxGDjKwl3zAY6Ae33xkT8T1HBbCehoVK__2zAzA1DHk3dRTRaHdQUaAs4kEALw_wcB

or 

https://www.google.com/aclk?sa=l&ai=DChcSEwjY8f-5-aaEAxUMFq0GHVLwC_4YABAIGgJwdg&ae=2&gclid=Cj0KCQiAoKeuBhCoARIsAB4WxtffusiiKzmLutaenU5bQedc-Wer_ha4eHB7y7I8FVCC0ukiiMrLV-EaAjYPEALw_wcB&sig=AOD64_0Y06m7LP_s1wY6T7megu_CUf0NDg&ctype=5&q=&ved=2ahUKEwiP8ve5-aaEAxWlJzQIHaRgB9QQwg8oAHoECAgQDA&adurl=

[Krux]

Looking for a solution like this, but not metal:

 

 

 

[Krux]

I can buy these fittings for cheap at Ace or HD but I don't like the metal screws.

[Zach0225]

Not sure of your location but I’d try Ferguson plumbing supply store. Could just go in and ask for options 

[Zach0225]

https://www.irrigationking.com/pvc-hose-adapter-3-4-fht-x-1-2-barb-500-005.html?gclid=Cj0KCQiAoKeuBhCoARIsAB4WxtcKGCtlnSmBK6dnxmcAJtAAMxUtj3QJ8plE6q-9Re9KzS1Je-vBNm0aArTWEALw_wcB
 

something like this could work

 

 also I’d consider putting in a check valve to keep any water from draining backwards ( happened to my brother )

Edited February 12, 2024 by Zach0225

[cjmdh]

Found this on a quick Amazon search.  I'm sure there are others as well.  Dixon TCF72 Nylon Tuff-Lite Fitting, Short Shank Coupling, 3/4" GHT Female x 1/4" Hose ID Barbed: Amazon.com: Industrial & Scientific

I'd use the nylon hose clamps like this Double Gripping Nylon Hose Clamps, Snap Grip Nylon Plastic Hose Clamps (31.5-34mm (1.25inch), 12pack) - Amazon.com 

 

 

[Krux]

Yep, something like those, but 5/8" ID.  I appreciate the keywords to search. 

Ideally I want to incorporate quick disconnects like I have on my Pax Bellum, but the sizes are wrong (1/2") and they don't have a GHT connector.  Grainger has polysulphone QD's but that is a hard place to walk into and actually hold something to visualize if it will work.

[cjmdh]

55 minutes ago, Krux said:

I can buy these fittings for cheap at Ace or HD but I don't like the metal screws.

Ditch the clamp and screws and use the nylon plastic ratchet clamps.

[SuncrestReef]

You might find something here:

https://www.pvcfittingsonline.com/fittings/schedule-40-pvc/adapters/garden-hose.html

[shaywood]

This has worked well for me. Not certain abo the size. 

Aquarium Hose Valve, Fish Tank Hose Pipe Quick Release Connector Adapter Aquarium Filter Connector(16mm/0.6inch) https://a.co/d/95f6FMM

 

[obrien.david.j]

On 2/12/2024 at 5:12 PM, SuncrestReef said:

You might find something here:

https://www.pvcfittingsonline.com/fittings/schedule-40-pvc/adapters/garden-hose.html

This is where I got my stash of non-metallic garden hose fittings.  

[Krux]

This will do the trick, just need to wait for it to come back in stock... thanks for the sourcing assistance y'all.

 

[obrien.david.j]

If you don't want to wait, and you're willing to use your own hose nipple, I've got the female slip and threaded version of this coupling.   

[Krux]

I am also thinking I might go stainless steel as an option, and use plastic hose clamps to hold the tubing on.  For short immersion periods, just a few minutes at a time, this might be viable?  Again, works in the brewing world... The nice part is I can use 3/4" ID hose with this for faster liquid transfer, I just don't think I trust the worm thread hose clamps and more than metal screws.

 

[cjmdh]

Watch out for the hose clamps.  I have used several of the SS hose clamps in non-saltwater applications and the nut/tensioners have all rusted when the band and housing have not.

[Krux]

Yep, planning to ditch those and use plastic versions.  I usually use ear clamps around the house but I don’t like those in submerged applications, though I believe they make stainless versions.

Edited February 15, 2024 by Krux