Garden Hose Quick Connect Sets
Upgrade your watering setup with a premium and innovative quick-connect system designed for durability, performance, and everyday convenience.
- Eliminates constant threading and unthreading of your hose and watering tools
- Drinking water safe materials, including lead-free brass components
- 3/4-inch full-flow design for maximum water output
- Industry-standard garden hose threads (GHT) fit most brands of 5/8-inch ID garden hoses.
Rugged Brass Construction
Both the socket and plug are made from high-quality, lead-free brass for long-lasting durability and reliable performance. These materials are commonly used in applications involving drinking water contact.
3/4-Inch Full Flow
Many quick-connect systems are labeled as 3/4-inch, but that typically refers only to the threads—not the internal diameter. ELEY is engineered differently, delivering a true full-flow 3/4-inch internal path for maximum performance.
Push-n-Click Locking Pins
A revolutionary design for fast, secure connections. Simply push the plug into the socket until you hear (or feel) the solid “click” of stainless-steel locking pins engaging—creating a dependable, water-tight seal.
Easy-Slide Release Sleeve
Disconnect in seconds with a smooth, one-handed pull. The precision slide sleeve releases the stainless-steel locking pins, allowing for quick, effortless disengagement.
Easy-Access O-Ring Seal
Our advanced design positions the O-ring on the plug—rather than inside the socket—for a more durable, long-lasting seal. This approach also makes inspection, lubrication, and replacement simple and accessible.
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Smooth Operation, Long-Life Design
ELEY's cutting-edge design places our extreme-duty O-ring seal on the plug rather than inside the socket because it delivers a more reliable, long-lasting, and leak-free seal. It also allows for easier inspection, lubrication, and replacement of the O-ring when needed.
To keep your system performing at its best, the Garden Hose Quick Connect Maintenance & Repair Kit (Item #1185, sold separately) includes a 100% Silicone grease tube and 10 replacement O-rings.
A light application of silicone grease once or twice per year helps extend O-ring life and maintain smooth, effortless operation.
Frequently Asked Questions - Quick Connectors
These FAQs are specific to the Quick Connect item. For general FAQs (specifications, ratings, etc.) about all ELEY watering tools, visit our Watering Tools FAQs.
What maintenance is required?
Depending on the frequency of use, the O-rings on the plugs should periodically be coated with a thin layer of Silicone Grease. This will not only improve the performance of the quick-connect set but also increase the life of the O-rings.
Are the O-rings pre-lubed with silicone grease, or should it be applied before first use?
We recommend applying a thin layer of 100% silicone grease to the O-rings before first use. You don't need to remove them from the plug to do this; simply apply the grease to the installed O-ring. If you need to order silicone grease, we sell it along with a 10-pack of replacement O-rings with our item #1185 Quick-Connect Repair & Maintenance Kit.
Are the quick-connect sets made with drinking water safe materials?
Yes. ELEY quick-connect sets are manufactured using high-quality materials commonly used in applications involving drinking water contact, including lead-free brass components that comply with federal lead-free standards, stainless steel components, and durable EPDM rubber O-ring gaskets.
For more information, see Drinking Water Safe & Garden Hoses: What You Need to Know.
Does the socket stop the water flow when I remove the plug from it?
No. The plug cannot be removed while under pressure. The water pressure must be first turned off before the quick-connect set can be separated. There are two methods of doing this. First, by shutting the water off back at the faucet/water source. The second method is to install a ball valve directly before the socket. (See photo) This will allow you to shut the water off right at the quick-connect set, without having to return to the faucet/water source. Eley offers two garden hose ball valves that work perfectly for this application, our straight Garden Hose Ball Valve and our Swivel Garden Hose Ball Valve.
Can I leave the quick-connect socket & plug outside during freezing temperatures?
Both quick-connect pieces (the socket and plug) are "pass-through" items, which means they will not "hold" any water by themselves and are, therefore, not susceptible to freeze damage by themselves. (See photo) Just make sure they are not connected to each other in a closed system that is full of water.
The socket can remain attached to the socket and the plug attached to the hose as long as they are disconnected from each other. Water should be drained from all hoses and watering tools prior to the onset of freezing temperatures, to prevent freeze damage, as our warranty does not cover freeze damage.
How will these "perform" with flowing water in freezing temperatures?
You'll likely have some difficulty. Even with water flowing in freezing environments, it doesn't take much moisture to cause the brass parts to stick together. In particular, it may be challenging to get the sleeve on the socket to slide to disengage the plug. The quick-connect sets were designed to operate in above-freezing conditions.
Are replacement O-rings available? What size are they?
Yes. A quick connect repair and maintenance kit is available, which contains ten O-rings and a tube of ELEY Silicone Grease, which is designed explicitly for our O-ring material. The Part number for this kit is Item #1185. If you want to try and find an O-ring locally, note that it is a metric O-ring. An inch O-ring will not work. The dimensions and tolerances of all the pieces must work together or, the assemblies will not work properly. The O-Ring is a 21 x 2 which is the ID and width. That makes the OD 25mm. Materials are important also. We use a drinking water safe EPDM. Periodically applying a thin coating of this 100% silicone grease to the O-rings will extend their life and improve performance.
Are they compatible with other brands of quick connectors?
No.
Are protective caps available to cover the quick-connect parts when not in use?
ELEY does not offer any protective caps at this time. We found these Sure-Grip protective caps from McMaster-Carr. However, they are NOT drinking water safe. We're sharing them to give you an idea of what might work.
We tested them, and they fit very well. They come in a 10-pack and, as of April 2024, are about $10 per pack. Follow these links to purchase these caps from McMaster.com.
There are likely many other options available from other retailers that would also work.
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Overall rating: 4.9495683 / 5 from 3589 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
The Garden Hose Quick Connect Sets are highly regarded for their high-quality construction, excellent design, and smooth operation. Customers appreciate the full water flow and leak-free performance. However, they may face challenges in freezing temperatures and are not compatible with other brands. Regular maintenance with silicone grease is recommended for optimal performance.
Summary topics
- Disconnect Performance: 4%
- Connect Performance: 26%
- Overall Product Quality: 29%
- Construction Quality: 3%
- System Performance: 3%
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Review highlights
- "Construction feels solid and the quality has held up thus far (no leaks around the connection points)." —
- "These are well made, high quality full flow quick connects." —
- "good quality, tight fit, no leaking" —
Reviews
Excellent product, would recommend
"I already owned one Eley handle, but had two different heads. I purchased the quick connect set and a second handle. The quick connects were easy to install on to the handles and now I can easily swap heads between my two handles. The quick connectors are fast and convenient and have had no issues with leaks or pressure."
Amazing
"I love the way they are packaged. They come in perfect condition and you can tell they are really high quality. They fit together well with zero leaks. Satisfied with my purchase."
2nd to none quality! I
"2nd to none quality! I have been a fan of quick connects for all of my lawn, garden, vehicle washing items and was very pleased with the function of the ones I had. I had to replace a hose so decided to invest in an Eley hose. I was so impressed with the quality of the hose that I decided to replace a few of my older quick connects with Eley quick connects. There is no comparison. Every Eley product is solid and I'm confident will last years."
These are the most expensive
"These are the most expensive quick disconnect sets that I have ever bought. However, I am thrilled with them. Finally, I can use my hose without water, dripping all over my legs. Additionally, I can now change quick, connects easily without breaking my fingers on a rusted collar that won’t budge. Spend the money and be happy!"
Best Quick Connectors in the World!
"These are absolutely the best quick connectors in the world, by far. Super heavy duty, easy to use, should last forever. BIFL friends you have found what you are looking for. I finally had enough of cheap connectors, so called heavy duty connectors, and found these and gave them a try and immediately ordered more."
These things are AMAZING. .
"omg these connects have made tending for my huge native plant garden SO MUCH EASIER. . . I can't express how effortless they make it to switch nozzles and drip lines, I can do it with one hand- and people let me tell you that alone is a miracle. My husband is sick of me talking about them and the hose I got , too. They are beautiful too, super quality brass (don't see that much anymore,) and arriving in the box nested inside cute little packages like some small work of art. Im buying more when they have them in stock and giving them as gifts to my gardening friends."
Quality is so hard to
"Quality is so hard to find these days. I have never been disappointed in Eley equipment. These are no exception. I keep them around because they are solid performers and just feel great. When I have a water need, be it new equipment or a family member in need, I’m covered. Arrived on time, very well packaged and ready to go. The Memorial Day sale provides an incentive from a cost basis but even at full price these are worth it, IMO."
Best I have ever experiended
"Beautifully made and absolutely the best quality I have seen over 40 years"
Best connection ever
"I have tried several faucet hose quick disconnect from plastic to cheap brass and they all leak. I found the ELEY website through an Internet search and I bought a few and they were extremely well-made and packaged and absolutely no leaks. I wound up buying seven connectors for my seven hoses in my front and backyard and garden. I wound up buying extra connectors for all my water, wands and fertilizing sprayers. They’re about twice the cost of the stuff you might find at a big box store, but you’ll buy it once and you will never have to worry about it again. Don’t waste your time with anything else. Trust me. I’ve been doing this for 50 years. Good luck and have fun watering."
Top quality real brass
"High quality works well. I don’t usually do reviews but when I find a superb quality product I might. So here you are."
