short integrated shower outlet fouling aquapanel

[mickthetree]

Morning all

This integrated shower outlet / bracket has quite a short 1/2" threaded connector on the rear. I'm connecting this to a 90 degree backplate elbow for support. But no matter how I connect to it, it seems I'm going to have to cut out some of the aqua panel.

I've looked for a backplate elbow with extended threaded section without luck.

Is there such a thing as a 1/2" male to female connector?

Or some other way I could tackle this?

I think I could come up with a solution without using the backplate elbow but then it would only be supported on pipe clips which I dont think would give enough support.

Found this in my plumbing box. I've no idea what its called!!

Cheers

 

[jeff the gasman]

You can sink the pipe further in the stud use an elbow and a female iron to copper coupling. This way you can alter the depth to match your finished level. Best to use soldered fittings so no leaks.
That fitting is a tap connector.

 

[stardanny]

Fit a small plywood backboard to suit depth, drill a hole and use this.
http://m.screwfix.com/p/hose-union-back-plate/56415
Cut back tail and solder an elbow fitting behind to run down.
I use this many time on stud wall with no problem.

Best not use chrome plated pipe inside wall.

Daniel.

 

[denso13]

Tap extension? http://www.stevensonplumbing.co.uk/brass-tap-extension-half.html Widely available