Description
The Hargreaves Cast Iron Plain Round Loose Socket is a versatile fitting designed to create a secure, watertight joint between two sections of cast iron downpipe. Ideal for extending existing systems or making adjustments on-site, this loose socket offers both flexibility and strength while maintaining the traditional appearance of the Hargreaves Round Downpipe System.
Manufactured in the UK by Hargreaves Foundry, each socket is cast from premium-quality cast iron, providing outstanding durability, corrosion resistance, and long-term reliability. Designed for a tight and accurate fit, it ensures consistent alignment and efficient water flow throughout your rainwater system.
Available in four standard pipe diameters — 65mm, 75mm, 100mm, and 150mm — and a choice of plain or eared options, this fitting can be supplied in either a primed (ready to paint) or factory-applied black gloss finish to match your existing system.
Features & Benefits
• Pipe sizes available: 65mm, 75mm, 100mm, 150mm
• Options: Plain or eared design for flexible fixing
• Finishes: Primed (ready to paint) or factory-applied black gloss
• Provides a strong, watertight connection between downpipe sections
• Made from high-quality cast iron – durable, corrosion-resistant, and long-lasting
• Smooth internal bore for efficient water flow
• Compatible with Hargreaves round downpipes and fittings
• Traditional appearance – ideal for heritage and conservation projects
• Low maintenance and sustainable – built to last for decades
Applications
• Joining or extending sections of round cast iron downpipe
• Repairing or adapting existing cast iron rainwater systems
• Suitable for heritage, conservation, and traditional properties
• High-quality new builds requiring a classic cast iron finish