Aqua Master Tools Tapping Saddle - 50mm - 1/2-in Female Thread

Add a Threaded Port to a Water Line, No Rebuild Needed - 50mm

Fitting a dosing valve or other accessory to an existing hydroponic or irrigation line usually means cutting pipe and re-plumbing. This tapping saddle clamps around the pipe and gives you a 1/2-in female BSP threaded port, so you drill the port opening and screw in a compatible accessory. The included bolts hold it in place.

Sold as a single unit, this saddle suits a grower adding one injection point or testing a dosing setup. Growers fitting several points across a system can order one per location.

Key Features & Benefits

• 1/2-in female BSP thread — accepts matching 1/2 injection valves and other accessories with a compatible thread.
• Clamp-on saddle design — adds a port to an existing line without cutting the pipe.
• Bolts included — you can fasten the saddle straight out of the package.
• Polyethylene (PE) body — suits water-handling use in irrigation and hydroponic systems.

Who Should Use Aqua Master Tools Tapping Saddle

Home and commercial growers who want to add a dosing or injection point to an existing water line. It also suits anyone building out a hydroponic system who needs a threaded branch port.

About Aqua Master Tools Tapping Saddle

Aqua Master Tools makes parts and accessories for hydroponic and water systems. This tapping saddle is listed as 50mm with a 1/2-in female BSP thread, and the bolts needed to fasten it are included. It is sold each.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do I install a tapping saddle?
A: Position the saddle around the pipe and fasten it with the included bolts. Drill through the threaded port opening to reach the pipe interior, then screw in your accessory. Seal the thread so the connection stays leak-free.

Q: Do I need to cut my pipe?
A: No. The saddle clamps onto the outside of the pipe, and you only drill the port opening. The rest of the line stays intact.

Q: What does BSP mean?
A: BSP stands for British Standard Pipe, a common thread standard for pipe fittings. Check that your accessory uses a matching 1/2-in BSP thread before ordering.

Q: Will it fit my pipe?
A: Saddles must match the pipe's outside diameter. Confirm your pipe's measurement against the size on this listing, and contact us if you are unsure before ordering.

Q: Should I seal the threaded connection?
A: Yes. Threaded joints generally need PTFE tape or a suitable gasket to seal properly. Tighten the accessory firmly and check for leaks once water is running.

Q: Which accessories work with it?
A: It is intended for 1/2 injection valves. Other accessories work if they have a matching 1/2-in female BSP-compatible connection.