Description
Hansen 40mm (1 1/2″) Large Washer LDPE, White / HWLW40
This is a large, accessory washer designed to suit the female tank fitting (HTFFTW & HTFFWS).
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
- This is designed for use in tanks, troughs and a wide variety of marine applications.
- Manufactured from UV stabilised high quality glass fibre reinforced nylon, giving a weather, termite, fungi and bacterial resistance.
- An extensive range of fittings in sizes 15mm to 100mm (1/2″” to 4″”).
- Precision heavy duty tapered threads give a strong reliable seal.
- Material is strong enough to minimise potential cross threading.
- Fittings provide flexibility and versatility for new and existing installations, saving on time and money.
- All materials are fully resistant to salt water, making them ideally suited to marine applications.
SPECIFICATIONS
- PRODUCT CODE: HWLW40
- CODE MEANING: Hansen Female Tank Fitting Poly Washer White
- PRESSURE AND FLOW RATES
- FITTING SIZES 15mm to 50mm
- MAXIMUM PRESSURE @ 20º DEGREE CELCIUS/68º FAHRENHEIT: 16 Bar (1600kPa, 235psi)
- CHEMICAL RESISTANCE OF TRUE FIT TANK FITTINGS
- Please refer to the attached images for specifications and chemical resistance details.
- DIMENSIONS (Refer to Dimensions chart in image gallery)
- METRIC: 40mm
- IMPERIAL: 1 1/2″
- SIZE A: 3.3mm (0.13″)
- SIZE B: 91.3mm (3.59″)
- SIZE C: 48.0mm (1.89″)
DIMENSIONS FOR FEMALE TANK FITTING RUBBER & LDPE WASHER BLACK AND WHITE (HWL, HWL (P), HWLW, HWLW (P))
| PRODUCT CODE | SIZE A | SIZE B | SIZE C |
| HWL and HWL15P, HWLW and HWLW15P | 2.8mm | 57.0mm | 20.9mm |
| HWL and HWL20P, HWLW and HWLW20P | 2.8mm | 63.5mm | 26.4mm |
| HWL and HWL25P, HWLW and HWLW25P | 3.0mm | 73.2mm | 33.2mm |
| HWL and HWL32P, HWLW and HWLW32P | 3.0mm | 83.5mm | 42.6mm |
| HWL and HWL40P, HWLW and HWLW40P | 3.3mm | 91.3mm | 48.0mm |
| HWL and HWL50P, HWLW and HWLW50P | 3.3mm | 104.2mm | 59.8mm |
| HWL80R AND HWL80P | 3.1mm | 140mm | 95mm |
| HWL100R AND HWL100P | 3.1mm | 166mm | 122mm |
NOTE: LDPE washers are non-ribbed.
- MATERIALS
- BODY AND NUTS: High Quality Glass Fibre Reinforced Nylon
- LDPE WASHER: Low Density Polyethylene
- RUBBER WASHER: Thermoplastic Elastomer
- The True Fit Tank Fittings are WRAS Approved Product, see certificate at Hansen Australia Website.
TRUE FIT TANK FITTINGS INSTALLATION (See visual guide, True Fit Tank Fittings Quick and Easy Installation in image gallery)
- Prior to installation, refer to tank manufacturer’s recommendations before drilling outlet in tank wall.
- All pipe work must be adequately supported.
- Use a thread sealant on all threaded connections. Loctite 5331 is recommended.
- If you are using chemicals or have any special requirements that you wish to use your Tank Fittings in, check the Tank Fitting Chemical Resistance attached in the image gallery.
- For Minimum Recommended Hole Sizes, kindly check the whole chart in the image gallery.
- Check the sealing surface to ensure it is free debris and/or scratches which could cause leakage.
- To obtain proper washer compression for fitting installation, ensure that the face of the washers are fully contacts to the tank wall.
- Tighten the nut to ensure a water tight seal.
- HANSEN True Fit Tank Fitting can be used in conjunction with metal fittings.
STEP-BY-STEP INSTALLATION PROCESS (See visual guide, True Fit Tank Fittings Installation Steps in image gallery)
- 1.) Remove the Back Nut and the Low Density Poly Washer (the firmer of the 2 washers) from the Tank Fitting Body. Slide the Tank Fitting Body through the hole in the tank. The Rubber Washer must be between the Fitting Body Flange and the tank wall (ensure the ribs on the Rubber Washer are sealing against the tank wall).
2.) On the inside of the tank wall, slide the Low Density Poly Washer back onto the Tank Fitting Body and then wind on the Back Nut.
3.) Tighten the Back Nut so that the face of both washers make full contact with the tank wall to obtain a water tight seal. Ensure that you comply with the tank manufacturers specifications.
4.) When adding additional fittings, it is recommended that either a thread sealing tape be used on all threaded connections. Loctite is recommended as a sealant.
TANK FITTING RECOMMENDED HOLE SAW SIZE (See visual sizing guide in image gallery)
- 15mm = 22mm or 7/8″ Hole Saw
20mm = 27mm or 1 1/16″ Hole Saw
25mm = 34mm or 1 3/8″ Hole Saw
32mm = 42mm or 1 5/8″ Hole Saw
40mm = 48mm or 1 7/8″ Hole Saw
50mm = 60mm or 2 3/8″ Hole Saw
80mm = 95mm or 3 3/4″ Hole Saw
100mm = 121mm or 4 3/4″ Hole Saw
TANK FITTING MINIMUM RECOMMENDED HOLE SIZE (See visual sizing guide in image gallery)
- Hole Size for 15mm = 22mm
Hole Size for 20mm = 27mm
Hole Size for 25mm = 34mm
Hole Size for 32mm = 42mm
Hole Size for 40mm = 48mm
Hole Size for 50mm = 60mm
Hole Size for 80mm = 95mm
Hole Size for 100mm = 121mm
See the following compatible fittings (available as seperate purchase)
- HTFFTW40 / 40mm Female Tank Fitting, White.
- HTFFW40S / (Short size) 40mm Female Tank Fitting, White.
OTHER AVAILABLE FEMALE TANK FITTINGS, LDPE WASHER, WHITE
- HWLW15 15mm (1/2”) Large Washer LDPE White
- HWLW20 20mm (3/4″) Large Washer LDPE White
- HWLW25 25mm (1”) Large Washer LDPE White
- HWLW32 32mm (1 1/4”) Large Washer LDPE White
- HWLW50 50mm (2”) Large Washer LDPE White
TRUE FIT TANK FITTINGS BROCHURE AND CHEAT SHEETS
- For HANSEN True Fit Tank Fittings Brochure and Cheat Sheets, refer to Hansen Australia Website.
HANDY TIPS AND COMMERCIAL VIDEOS
- For HANSEN True Fit Tank Fittings Handy Tips and Commercial Videos, refer to Hansen Australia Website.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
- QUESTION: Can I use my Hansen fittings with my swimming pool/spa pool set up?
- ANSWER: No, as the high concentration of chlorine used in the water for pools will attack the material. The fitting material is only suitable for use with domestic water. Hansen products that are used in this application will not be covered by our Hansen Warranty.
- QUESTION: Can I use these fittings with metal fittings?
- ANSWER:Yes. Please see installation instruction above.
- QUESTION: Can I use these fittings with metal fittings?
- ANSWER: Yes. Please see installation instruction above.
- QUESTION: Does this fitting carry the Hansen Warranty?
- ANSWER: Yes, all Hansen manufactured products carries Hansen Warranty.
- QUESTION: How tight should I tighten my fittings?
- ANSWER: Do not over tighten. The right way to assemble a threaded fitting is hand tight plus one to two turns and no more! Please see installation instruction above.
- QUESTION: What temperature can I use Hansen fittings at?
- ANSWER: Hansen have tested all its products for use with cold water up to a maximum temperature of 60°C (140°F). It is not recommended to use of these products with temperatures higher than 60°C (140°F) as plastic expands due to temperature increases. Hansen cannot guarantee the products will perform when used with temperatures over 60°C (140°F). Hansen products that have failed in temperatures higher than 60°C (140°F) will not be covered by the Hansen Warranty.
- QUESTION: What type of thread sealant should I use?
- ANSWER: Use a thread sealant on all threaded connections. It is recommended to use Loctite 5331.
