Guidi 2000 Bronze Grated Water Intakes

The Guidi 2000 Bronze Grated Water Intakes are high-quality bronze grated water intakes, designed for reliable marine thru-hull water intake with excellent flow, debris protection and corrosion resistance.

The scoop design is specially engineered to allow for maximum water flow and reduced cavitation of the water.

What are the advantages of using bronze for underwater fittings?

Marine bronze is the safest, most durable, and most trusted material for underwater fittings, which is why premium brands like Guidi use it in their thru-hulls and intakes.

Exceptional Corrosion Resistance

• Bronze is highly resistant to seawater corrosion and does not suffer from dezincification like brass.
• Proper marine-grade bronze alloys contain less zinc, preventing the material from weakening over time.

Strength & Durability

• Bronze maintains mechanical strength under pressure and stress, even when submerged long-term.
• Unlike some plastics or inferior metals, it won’t crack or become brittle with age.

Electrolysis & Galvanic Protection

• Bronze performs well in mixed-metal environments and is less vulnerable to galvanic corrosion, especially when paired with correct bonding and anodes.

Long Service Life

• With minimal maintenance, bronze fittings often last decades underwater.
• This makes them cost-effective despite a higher initial price.

Industry Standard for Safety

• Many classification societies (Lloyd’s, RINA, etc.) and boatbuilders specify bronze for critical thru-hull fittings because of its reliability.