Oase Stepped Hosetail 2 Inch

Oase Stepped Hosetail 2 Inch

Multi-Size Hose Connector for Pond Pumps, Filters, UVC Units, and Water-Circulation Systems

The Oase Stepped Hosetail 2 Inch is a genuine Oase connection fitting designed to join compatible pond equipment to flexible hose. Its stepped design provides several hose-connection diameters on one compact fitting, making it a practical solution for pond pumps, filters, ultraviolet clarifiers, water features, and other water-circulation equipment requiring a secure flexible-hose connection.

Rather than using a separate adaptor for every possible hose diameter, the hosetail features a series of progressively sized steps. The installer can select the section that corresponds with the hose being used, allowing one fitting to accommodate several commonly used pond-hose sizes.

The available stepped diameters are identified as approximately 20mm, 25mm, 32mm, 38mm, and 50mm, equivalent to ¾″, 1 Inch, 1¼″, 1½ Inch, and 2 Inch hose. This broad size range makes the fitting useful when replacing an original connector, changing the hose size in an existing system, or connecting equipment to pipework that does not use the fitting’s full 2-inch capacity.

The hosetail is especially useful in pond installations where flexible hose is used to carry water between a pump, filter, UVC clarifier, waterfall, fountain, or return outlet. The ribbed steps provide defined areas onto which the correctly sized hose can be fitted and secured.

When the full length of the hosetail is not required, unused smaller steps may normally be removed at the appropriate cutting point to create a clearer water route for the selected hose size. Selecting and preparing the correct step can help avoid an unnecessary internal restriction caused by leaving smaller-diameter sections in front of a larger hose connection.

For example, when using 50mm or 2 Inch hose, the smaller 20mm, 25mm, 32mm, and 38mm sections should not remain in the water path if the fitting is designed to be trimmed for installation. The hosetail should be cut carefully only after the required diameter has been confirmed.

The fitting is suitable for repairs and replacement projects where the original Oase hosetail has become lost, damaged, cracked, or unsuitable for a revised pipework layout. Using the genuine replacement part helps maintain the intended connection format instead of relying on several improvised reducers or unrelated adaptors.

It can also be useful when relocating pond equipment. If a filter, UVC unit, or pump is moved and a different hose diameter becomes more practical, the stepped fitting gives the installer several connection choices without requiring a completely different hosetail for every possible setup.

Flexible pond hose is commonly used where rigid pipework would be difficult to position around pond edges, filter houses, landscaping, walls, or existing equipment. The Oase Stepped Hosetail provides the transition point between the equipment connection and the selected flexible hose.

Once the hose is pushed over the correctly sized section, an appropriate stainless-steel hose clip should be fitted around the hose and tightened evenly. This helps hold the hose securely against the stepped connector and reduces the risk of the connection loosening during operation.

Correct hose selection remains important. The hose should fit firmly over the selected step without requiring excessive stretching, and it should not be so loose that the hose clip must be overtightened to create a connection.

The hosetail should also be installed without placing unnecessary weight or pulling force on the equipment outlet. Heavy or long hose runs should be supported separately so the weight of the hose and water does not place excessive strain on the pump, filter, or UVC connection.

Whether used as a replacement Oase spare, a connector for a new installation, or an adaptor during a pond-system modification, the Oase Stepped Hosetail 2 Inch offers a versatile method of connecting multiple flexible-hose sizes to compatible pond equipment.

Features

• Genuine Oase replacement connection fitting
• Product code 34056
• Maximum stepped connection size of 2 Inch or 50mm
• Multiple hose-size options on one fitting
• Suitable for flexible pond hose
• Helps connect pond equipment to water-circulation pipework
• Can reduce the need for several separate hose adaptors
• Useful for new installations, repairs, and system modifications
• Suitable for pumps, filters, UVC units, and water features where compatible
• Stepped sections provide clear hose-connection points
• Can be prepared for the selected hose diameter
• Compact and practical replacement component

Stepped Hose Sizes

The hosetail is identified as supporting the following approximate hose sizes:

• ¾″ / 20mm
• 1 Inch / 25mm
• 1¼″ / 32mm
• 1½ Inch / 38mm
• 2 Inch / 50mm

Always measure the hose and confirm equipment compatibility before cutting or installing the fitting.

When to Use

• Replacing a missing or damaged Oase hosetail
• Connecting flexible hose to compatible Oase pond equipment
• Installing pipework between a pond pump and filter
• Connecting a filter to a water-return hose
• Connecting compatible UVC clarification equipment
• Creating a hose route towards a waterfall or water feature
• Changing an existing installation to a different hose size
• Relocating pond pumps or filtration equipment
• Repairing a leaking or unsuitable hose connection
• Reducing the number of separate adaptors in a pipework system
• Building a flexible pond-water circulation route
• Keeping a genuine spare fitting available for maintenance

How the Stepped Design Works

The fitting contains several sections with progressively increasing diameters.

The flexible hose is matched to the corresponding step and pushed securely over that part of the hosetail. A suitable hose clip is then positioned over the hose at the connection point and tightened evenly.

Where the fitting is designed to be trimmed, smaller unused sections may be cut away so that the water does not have to pass through a narrower opening before entering the selected hose.

For example:

• A 20mm hose uses the smallest suitable step.
• A 25mm hose uses the corresponding 25mm step.
• A 32mm hose uses the 32mm step.
• A 38mm hose uses the 38mm step.
• A 50mm hose uses the largest 2 Inch connection.

Careful preparation helps provide a cleaner connection and avoids leaving an unnecessary restriction in the water route.

Installation Instructions

1. Switch off and isolate the pond pump and any connected electrical equipment.
2. Confirm that product code 34056 is suitable for the equipment.
3. Measure the internal diameter of the flexible hose.
4. Identify the matching step on the hosetail.
5. Mark the correct cutting point if smaller sections need to be removed.
6. Cut carefully using an appropriate tool.
7. Remove rough edges or plastic debris from the cut.
8. Place the hose clip loosely over the flexible hose.
9. Push the hose fully over the selected hosetail step.
10. Position the clip behind the raised connection area.
11. Tighten the clip gradually and evenly.
12. Support the hose to prevent strain on the equipment outlet.
13. Restore water flow and inspect the connection for leakage.
14. Retighten carefully if required, without damaging the hose or fitting.

Installation Tips

Confirm the Hose Diameter

Do not choose the step based only on the hose’s external appearance. Check the hose’s stated internal diameter or measure it accurately.

Cut Only After Checking

Once a smaller step has been removed, it cannot be restored. Confirm both the hose size and equipment compatibility before making any cuts.

Use a Suitable Hose Clip

A correctly sized stainless-steel hose clip is generally preferred for pond installations. The clip should secure the hose without cutting into or deforming it.

Soften Stiff Hose Carefully

If flexible hose is difficult to push onto the hosetail, the end may sometimes be softened using warm water. Avoid excessive heat that could damage or permanently deform the hose.

Avoid Tight Bends

Do not force the hose into a sharp bend immediately after the connector. A tight bend may restrict water flow or place sideways pressure on the equipment outlet.

Support Long Hose Runs

The hosetail should not support the full weight of a long, water-filled hose. Use suitable supports or routing to reduce stress on the connection.

Why Hose Size Matters

Selecting the correct hose diameter can help:

• Maintain an appropriate water route
• Avoid unnecessary restrictions
• Reduce pressure on the pond pump
• Create a more secure hose connection
• Match the outlet size of compatible equipment
• Improve the organisation of the installation
• Reduce reliance on additional reducers
• Make future maintenance easier

The complete water flow will also depend on the pump, hose length, vertical lift, bends, valves, filtration equipment, and other restrictions within the system.

Compatibility

Specialist spare-parts listings identify Oase part 34056 as a replacement hosetail used with selected Oase equipment, including certain FiltoClear and Bitron C units.

Compatibility may vary according to the model generation and original connection arrangement. Check the equipment label, instruction manual, exploded-parts diagram, or existing fitting before ordering.

Do not select the fitting based only on the appearance of the equipment or the stated maximum hose diameter.

Product Specifications

Brand: Oase
Product Name: Oase Stepped Hosetail 2 Inch
Product Code: 34056
Product Type: Stepped flexible-hose connector
Maximum Hose Connection: 2 Inch / 50mm
Stepped Connections: 20mm, 25mm, 32mm, 38mm, and 50mm
Equivalent Imperial Sizes: ¾″, 1 Inch, 1¼″, 1½ Inch, and 2 Inch
Connection Format: Multi-step hosetail
Primary Application: Connecting compatible pond equipment to flexible hose
Suitable Uses: Replacement, repair, installation, and hose-size adaptation

Ideal For

• Oase pond-equipment owners
• Pond pump connections
• Pond filter installations
• Compatible UVC clarifiers
• Flexible pond-hose systems
• Filter-house pipework
• Water-return connections
• Waterfalls and water features
• Replacement connection projects
• Pond filtration upgrades
• Professional pond installers
• Routine pond-system repairs

Related Oase Hose Connection Parts

If you are replacing or adapting an Oase hose connection, it is worth checking the thread size, hose size and seal at the same time before ordering.

• For smaller Oase hose connections, see the Oase Stepped Hosetail 1½ Inch.
• For hose-to-hose joins or reducers, see the Oase Universal Hose Connector 1½ Inch and Oase Universal Hose Connector 1 Inch.
• If the existing seal is worn or missing, the Oase Hosetail Flat Gasket 2 Inch may also be required.
• Finish the connection with suitable Stainless Steel Hose Clips.