{"product_id":"mcalpine-supereasy-1-1-2-close-coupling-kit","title":"McAlpine Supereasy Close Coupling Kit | 1½\" or 2\" | Stainless Steel | Easy Fit","description":"\u003cp\u003eTired of wrestling with awkward wing nuts in a tight space? The \u003cstrong\u003eMcAlpine Supereasy Close Coupling Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e solves one of plumbing’s most frustrating jobs with two British-patented innovations that make fitting a close-coupled cistern genuinely straightforward. Available in \u003cstrong\u003e1½\" and 2\"\u003c\/strong\u003e to suit most standard close-coupled WC pans and cisterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePatented tapered bolt:\u003c\/strong\u003e No thread on the tip means the nut locates instantly — no more fumbling blind behind the cistern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePatented stainless steel fixing plate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Retaining flap holds the bolt in place during fitting so it can’t fall or rotate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStainless steel construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Corrosion-resistant and built to last\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo sizes available:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1½\" (CC-KIT) and 2\" (CC-KIT2) — select your size above\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete kit supplied:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes metal backplate, bolts, nuts, and washers — everything you need\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScrewed connection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Secure, watertight join between pan and cistern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy DIY installation:\u003c\/strong\u003e No specialist tools required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBritish-made, British-patented:\u003c\/strong\u003e McAlpine engineering designed and manufactured in the UK\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specification\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e McAlpine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e CC-KIT (1½\") | CC-KIT2 (2\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable Sizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1½\" and 2\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnection Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Screwed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel backplate with retaining flap, patented tapered bolts, nuts, washers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor use with:\u003c\/strong\u003e Close-coupled WC pans and cisterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e United Kingdom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e McAlpine standard manufacturer guarantee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhich size do I need — 1½\" or 2\"?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMost modern close-coupled cisterns use 1½\" (38mm) fittings. The 2\" (50mm) size is used on older or larger cisterns. Check your existing kit or cistern specifications if unsure — or contact us and we can advise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes this easier than a standard close coupling kit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStandard kits use fully threaded bolts and loose wing nuts that are almost impossible to locate and tighten when working blind behind a cistern. McAlpine’s patented tapered bolt and retaining backplate mean the nut locates immediately and the bolt stays put — no dropped parts, no frustration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs everything included to complete the fitting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — the kit includes the stainless steel backplate, patented bolts, nuts, and washers. No additional parts are needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan I order if the item shows as out of stock?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — this item is ordered in specially for you and will typically be dispatched within 5–7 working days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhen will my order be dispatched?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs this item is ordered in to fulfil your order, please allow 5–7 working days for dispatch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivery Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a small, postable item covered by a one-off small item delivery charge. You can combine it with other small items in a single order and pay just one delivery charge. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/small-items\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBrowse all items covered by the small delivery charge\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eComplete Your WC Installation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrequently bought alongside the McAlpine Supereasy Close Coupling Kit:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/mcalpine-supereasy-throughbolt-cistern-kit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMcAlpine Supereasy Throughbolt Cistern Kit — Patented Easy-Fit Design\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/mcalpine-f33r-straight-flexible-wc-pan-connector-850mm-97-107mm-inlet-x-110mm-outlet\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMcAlpine F33R Straight Flexible WC Pan Connector — 850mm, 97–107mm Inlet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso explore our full range of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/small-items\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esmall plumbing fittings and accessories\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"McAlpine","offers":[{"title":"1 - 1\/2\"","offer_id":54782802526545,"sku":"CC-KIT","price":11.4,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"2\"","offer_id":54782802559313,"sku":"CC-KIT2","price":14.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0997\/3687\/9441\/files\/k11956-extra-large.jpg?v=1788420057","url":"https:\/\/bubblegumbathrooms.com\/products\/mcalpine-supereasy-1-1-2-close-coupling-kit","provider":"Bubblegum Bathrooms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}