# Dixon® Boss™ Ground Joint Washer Seal Stem

**Brand:** [DIXON](https://dev.maxsupplyco.com/brands/DIXON)
**Price:** $6.84–$130.20 · in stock
**URL:** https://dev.maxsupplyco.com/product/dixon-boss-ground-joint-washer-seal-stem

## Options

- **Material:** 316 Stainless Steel, Steel
- **Nominal Size:** 1 in, 1-1/2 in, 1-1/4 in, 2 in, 3/8 in

## Variants

| Variant | SKU | Price | Stock |
|---|---|---|---|
| 316 Stainless Steel / Nominal Size: 1-1/2 in | RB21-10639 | $90.42 | in stock |
| 316 Stainless Steel / Nominal Size: 1-1/4 in | RB16-10639 | $84.57 | in stock |
| 316 Stainless Steel / Nominal Size: 2 in | RB26-10639 | $130.20 | in stock |
| Steel / Nominal Size: 3/8 in | SS337-10639 | $6.84 | in stock |
| 316 Stainless Steel / Nominal Size: 1 in | RB11-10639 | $60.13 | in stock |

## Specifications

| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Brands | DIXON |
| Warnings | This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harmDo not use in connection with drinking waterWash hands after handling |
| Manufacturer | Dixon Valve & Coupling |
| Domestic/Import | Domestic |
| Package Quantity | 1/Each |
| Fitting/Connector Type | Stem |

## Description

Dixon® Ground Joint Washer Seal Stem, Series: Boss™, Stem, 1 in Nominal, 316 Stainless Steel, Domestic

Features

- The stem part that is clamped to the hose is one part of the boss washer seal connection

- The boss washer seal spud part of the coupling serves as the other half of the connection and is usually fixed to the equipment

- The two halves are connected or disconnected by rotating the wing nut on the spud

- A Leakproof seal forms by rotating the wing nut and hammering it tight

- Easy to seal

- Boss couplings supply a convenient threaded fitting to connect two lengths of hose, or a single length to a male or female threaded outlet

- Use with Boss™ clamps

- A Klingersil® C-4401 washer is inserted between the stem and spud

- Recommended for steam service up to 450°F

- Worn-out hose couplings can be dangerous

- They should be checked regularly and replace when necessary

- Each coupling user should review applications and add safety devices where indicated

- Note: pressurized steam is an extremely dangerous commodity

- Only hose, fittings, clamps and accessory items that have been approved for steam service should ever be used! never use an unapproved item for steam service

- Always follow the manufacturer's product recommendations for pressurized steam handling

- Boss couplings are all-purpose hose couplings, universally recommended for steam hose connections

- They are also widely used for air, water, fluid petroleum, chemicals and liquid petroleum gas up to 1 in ID

- Boss couplings can be applied to many types of rubber, synthetic, plastic, metallic or semi-metallic hose