Key Features & Benefits – TurboWorks Silicone Straight Reducer 63-76mm Black
The TurboWorks Silicone Straight Reducer 63–76mm Black is a straight reducer used to join two different hose diameters in one line. It is listed for intake systems, cooling systems, and charge-air (intercooler) piping where the measured diameters match the part.
It features a 4-ply build with 6mm wall thickness and is tested up to 7 bar. The stated -50 to +260°C temperature range supports use in areas with significant heat cycling, and the description notes resistance to various coolants, greases, and oil vapors.
When is this useful?
Use it when you need a clean 63mm-to-76mm step on a straight section and you want a robust silicone coupler-style reducer that can be clamped securely.
Technical specs
- Type: Silicone straight reducer
- Dimensions: D1 = 63mm, D2 = 76mm
- Length: L = 80mm
- Layers: 4-ply
- Wall thickness: 6mm
- Pressure tested: up to 7 bar
- Temperature range: -50 to +260°C
- Color: Black
Selection & installation tips
- Confirm diameters: measure the mating pipe outside diameters and match them to the 63mm and 76mm ends.
- Check engagement: with L = 80mm overall length, ensure you still have enough overlap on both ends for secure clamping.
- Choose clamps: select clamps that fit the diameters correctly and avoid overly narrow bands that can bite into silicone.
- Prep surfaces: clean the pipes and check for burrs or sharp edges that could damage the reducer under load.
- Re-check after heat cycle: inspect and re-tighten if needed after the first warm-up, as the joint can settle.
Before fitting, verify the 63/76mm ends, the available overlap within the 80mm length, and clamp clearance on your setup, then compare your measurements to the specs above.