The type “B” connection in the Sphere Lock™ consists of a male ball coupling, a female socket coupling, and either a locking lever ring (2″ through 8″) or locking ring (10″ and 12″), which fits over the male ball coupling’s shank.
The type “A” connection is typically only available in the larger sizes. It consists of the male ball coupling, the female socket coupling and a connection ring, which fits over the male ball coupling’s shank. Applications include the transfer of freshwater or wastewater in construction, agricultural, septic, mining and other industrial applications.
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