GROCO Seacocks & Fittings

Anything that lets water in or out below the waterline has to be done right, and GROCO has built marine seacocks, valves, and through-hull fittings to that standard for generations. This collection covers flanged seacocks, ball valves, thru-hull fittings, flange adapters, check valves, and the bronze and stainless plumbing parts a safe install needs. The keys are material, correct sizing and thread, and a seacock you can actually reach and operate.

Use a real seacock below the waterline

A seacock is a valve bolted to the hull that you can shut to stop the flow through a through-hull, and it is what stands between your boat and a sinking if a hose fails. GROCO flanged seacocks mount to a backing and take the load off the through-hull itself. Do not substitute a cheap gate valve or a bare ball valve threaded onto a through-hull for a below-waterline application.

Bronze, stainless, or composite

GROCO bronze is the traditional choice below the waterline, strong and proven, and it must be bonded to the boat's system to control corrosion. Stainless is common for above-waterline and adapter fittings but is not ideal for a submerged valve body. Match the material to the location and keep dissimilar metals in mind to avoid galvanic trouble.

Size and thread matter

Fittings are sized by pipe thread, and marine plumbing mixes NPS straight and NPT tapered threads. GROCO offers flange adapters to mate NPS through-hulls to NPT valves correctly, which is exactly where people get into trouble forcing mismatched threads. Match the size and thread type, and use the right adapter rather than overtightening a bad fit.

Check valves and strainers

Check valves keep water flowing one way, which protects pumps and prevents back-siphoning. Raw-water strainers on the intake keep debris out of your engine cooling and pumps. Size these to the hose and flow so they do not choke the system.

Reach and service

A seacock you cannot reach is a seacock you will not close in an emergency. Mount valves where you can operate them by hand, and exercise them regularly so they do not seize. Replace any valve that is stiff, corroded, or weeping.

Not sure which GROCO parts your plumbing needs? Tell our techs the through-hull size, location, and thread, and we will match the seacock, valve, adapters, and strainer so the system is safe and seals tight. Always confirm thread types before ordering to prevent leaks at the hull. Regular inspection of all below-waterline fittings helps catch corrosion early and keeps your boat safe on the water.