Dixon Valve Coupling RDM16 Hose Barb Mender 1-1/4 Inch Id

Product Description

The DIXON VALVE COUPLING RDM16 is a stainless steel hose barb mender designed to join or repair two sections of flexible hose with a 1-1/4 inch inside diameter. The barbed fitting creates a secure mechanical connection that resists pull-out under pressure, making it a reliable choice for fluid transfer lines in industrial, plumbing, and irrigation applications. At 4.03 inches in overall length and weighing just 0.1 pounds, this compact fitting installs quickly with standard hose clamps. The stainless steel construction provides corrosion resistance suitable for wet, outdoor, or chemically active environments where carbon steel or brass fittings would degrade.

This hose barb mender is suited for use in commercial and light industrial settings where a straight inline repair or connection of 1-1/4 inch ID hose is required. Typical applications include fluid transfer lines, pump discharge and suction hose connections, and process piping assemblies. Plumbers, pipefitters, and industrial maintenance technicians commonly install this type of fitting on reinforced rubber or PVC hose in both indoor and outdoor service conditions.

Key Features

• Stainless steel construction for corrosion resistance in wet and chemically active environments
• 1-1/4 inch inside diameter fits standard 1-1/4 inch ID flexible hose
• 0.5938 inch barb size provides a firm mechanical grip on hose wall
• 4.03 inch overall length offers adequate engagement length on both ends of the hose
• Lightweight at 0.1 pounds for easy single-technician installation
• Inline mender design restores a damaged hose run without full replacement

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or service fitting for standard 1-1/4 inch inside diameter flexible hose assemblies in fluid transfer, plumbing, and light industrial piping applications.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by a licensed plumber or qualified pipefitter. Depressurize and drain the hose line fully before cutting out the damaged section and seating the barb. Secure each barbed end with appropriately rated hose clamps torqued per the clamp manufacturer specification. Verify the hose material is compatible with the fluid being transferred before returning the line to service.