{"product_id":"316-ss-garboard-drain-plug-1-2-npt","title":"Garboard Drain Plug - 316 Stainless Steel 1\/2\" NPT (2\" Flange)","description":"\u003c!-- SYSTEM_INDEXING_DATA:\nMaterial: AISI 316 Stainless Steel; Thread: 1\/2\" NPT; OD: 50.3mm; Finish: Mirror Polish; Certification: ISO9001:2008; Weight: Approx 0.25kg; Replacement for standard brass garboard plugs\nEND_DATA --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnsure maximum bilge security with the \u003cstrong\u003eAirow Marine Garboard Drain Plug\u003c\/strong\u003e. Engineered from premium \u003cstrong\u003eAISI 316 Marine-Grade Stainless Steel\u003c\/strong\u003e, this hardware is designed for superior longevity in harsh saltwater conditions where 304 stainless often fails. Featuring \u003cstrong\u003eprecision-machined 1\/2-inch NPT tapered threads\u003c\/strong\u003e, it creates a metal-to-metal watertight seal to keep your vessel dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-reflectivity Mirror Polished 316 Stainless Steel for maximum corrosion resistance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSealing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Machined NPT threads ensure a leak-proof fit without the need for excessive sealant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Robust square-head plug allows for easy removal with a standard wrench during seasonal maintenance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2-inch (50.3mm) outside diameter flange with three countersunk holes for #8 screws.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/i.ibb.co\/pvQdbKtW\/316-ss-garboard-drain-plug-1-2-npt-airow-marine-full-spec-sheet.webp\" alt=\"Comprehensive product overview vertical infographic for Airow Marine hardware featuring 316 grade steel, NPT threads, and a 2-inch flange diameter.\" style=\"width:100%; height:auto; display:block; margin: 20px auto;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdl\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill this plug rust if I leave my boat in saltwater all season?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eNo. Unlike standard 304 stainless or chrome-plated brass, this unit is constructed from AISI 316 marine-grade stainless steel, which contains molybdenum for superior resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion in high-salinity environments.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the thread compatible with standard plumbing fittings?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eYes, this features a machined 1\/2-inch NPT (National Pipe Thread) taper. 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