Is the Steam Hose End with GW, AISI 316 Stainless Steel GF BOSS compatible with BOSS SBC 4-claw clamps for 2” hoses?

No — the Steam Hose End with GW, AISI 316 Stainless Steel GF BOSS is not compatible with BOSS SBC 4-claw clamps for 2” hoses. The product description explicitly states that for 2” fittings BOSS SBC steam clamps with 4 claws should not be used due to the reduced lock design; using them would compromise safety and compatibility. Use the recommended clamp type specified by the manufacturer to ensure a secure, steam-resistant connection at the stated working pressure and temperatures.

Can the Steam Hose End with GW, AISI 316 Stainless Steel GF BOSS be safely used with alternative 2” clamp designs instead of BOSS SBC 4-claw clamps?

No. The Steam Hose End with GW, AISI 316 Stainless Steel GF BOSS must not be used with alternative 2” clamp designs in place of BOSS SBC 4-claw clamps. The product description explicitly states that for 2” fittings BOSS SBC steam clamps with 4 claws should not be used due to the reduced lock design, which implies that clamp geometry and locking integrity are critical for safe operation. Using non‑specified or alternative clamps can compromise the secure seal between the spherical GB end, GFB adapter (with conical polymer/copper insert) and the hose, risking leaks, loss of steam resistance, and failure under the specified conditions (18 bar at +210°C, up to +230°C). To ensure safety, reliability and compatibility, use only the manufacturer's recommended clamp solution or consult the manufacturer/engineer for an approved alternative designed to meet the same locking and pressure/temperature requirements.

A fitting for hoses for steam water with female thread, steel stainless AISI 316 GF BOSS

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Additional information

Material	SS – stainless steel
Standard length [m]	50

Fittings with thread internal BSP and NPT for hoses rubber for steam water, with serrated tail for hose, with a lock – for mounting in hose at means clamps for steam type BOSS SBC. complete A fitting consists with three parts – fittings ball GB with spigot („tail”) for hose, a nut wing B of special thread internal (NPS) and special adapter GFB with thread external (NPS) such as in nut and thread internal compliant with size fittings. Adapter GFB has tapered an insert polymer or copper, cooperating with fitting ball. creates to tight, resistant to action steam and high temperatures connection, which is at the same time easy for unscrewing and screwing without use special tools, using a nut wing. Due to reduced structurally lock (flange) fittings 2”, not should Use clamps for steam type BOSS SBC 2” with 4 claws. Material: steel stainless AISI 316. Working pressure: 18 bar (+210°C) – steam saturated. Operating temperature: up to +230°C.

List of product variants

Article number	Product variant name	DN	BAR	Availability	Actions
DX-GF-12-12-SS	Fitting GF with 3/4" BSP female, hose 3/4", AISI 316	20	18	In stock	Enquiry
DX-GF-12-12-SS-NPT	Fitting GF with 3/4" NPT female, hose 3/4", AISI 316	20	18	In stock	Enquiry
DX-GF-16-16-SS	Fitting GF with 1" BSP female, hose 1", AISI 316	25	18	In stock	Enquiry
DX-GF-16-16-SS-NPT	Fitting GF with 1" NPT female, hose 1", AISI 316	25	18	In stock	Enquiry
DX-GF-20-20-SS	Fitting GF with 1.1/4" BSP female, hose 1.1/4", AISI 316	32	18	In stock	Enquiry
DX-GF-20-20-SS-NPT	Fitting GF with 1.1/4" NPT female, hose 1.1/4", AISI 316	32	18	In stock	Enquiry
DX-GF-24-24-SS	Fitting GF with 1.1/2" BSP female, hose 1.1/2", AISI 316	38	18	In stock	Enquiry
DX-GF-24-24-SS-NPT	Fitting GF with 1.1/2" NPT female, hose 1.1/2", AISI 316	38	18	In stock	Enquiry
DX-GF-32-32-SS	Fitting GF with 2" BSP female, hose 2", AISI 316	50	18	In stock	Enquiry
DX-GF-32-32-SS-NPT	Fitting GF with 2" NPT female, hose 2", AISI 316	50	18	In stock	Enquiry

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Fittings with thread internal BSP and NPT for hoses rubber for steam water, with serrated tail for hose, with a lock – for mounting in hose at means clamps for steam type BOSS SBC. complete A fitting consists with three parts – fittings ball GB with spigot („tail”) for hose, a nut wing B of special thread internal (NPS) and special adapter GFB with thread external (NPS) such as in nut and thread internal compliant with size fittings. Adapter GFB has tapered an insert polymer or copper, cooperating with fitting ball. creates to tight, resistant to action steam and high temperatures connection, which is at the same time easy for unscrewing and screwing without use special tools, using a nut wing. Due to reduced structurally lock (flange) fittings 2”, not should Use clamps for steam type BOSS SBC 2” with 4 claws. Material: steel stainless AISI 316. Working pressure: 18 bar (+210°C) – steam saturated. Operating temperature: up to +230°C.