Unitwist – Click Close Tap: The Durable Solution
Published on June 18, 2025
Traditional plastic taps often break from overtightening, rough use or basic wear and tear. The Unitwist Click Close Tap is designed to solve that — delivering a durable tap with an innovative slip clutch mechanism that protects the handle and extends the products lifespan.
Whether you’re installing taps for shared wash points, home gardens or rural infrastructure, Unitwist offers a reliable, affordable solution that performs where others fail.
What Is a Click Close Tap?
The Click Close Tap from Unitwist is a manual twist tap designed to eliminate common failure points seen in plastic taps.
Unlike ordinary taps that can be over-tightened until they crack, the Click Close Tap features a built-in slip clutch. This allows the handle to “click” into place when fully open or closed, preventing damage and maintaining long-term functionality.
It looks like a standard tap, but what’s inside makes all the difference.
Why Choose the Unitwist Click Close Tap?
The Unitwist Click Close Tap combines smart design with practical performance. It’s ideal for plumbers, homeowners and municipalities who want a tap that:
- Is affordable
- Durable
- Has no scrap value
- Easy to install
Key Features & Benefits
- Slip Clutch Mechanism: Prevents overtightening and handle breakage
- UV & Weather Resistant: Suitable for outdoor and exposed installations
- Tamper-Resistant: Ideal for shared or public use, removable handle helps prevent water theft
- Easy Integration: Works seamlessly with the Unitwist plumbing system
- 5-Year Guarantee: Locally manufactured with quality assurance
How the Slip Clutch Improves Durability
Most plastic taps eventually fail due to repeated overtightening or users forcing the handle past its stop point. Unitwist’s slip clutch mechanism solves this by allowing the handle to rotate without applying damaging force once the open or closed position is reached.
This prevents:
- Stripped threads
- Snapped handles
- Cracked bodies
- Water wastage due to leaks
The result? A tap that lasts longer, even in high-use environments.
Available Click Close Tap Variants
Unitwist offers several versions of the Click Close Tap, each suited to different installation needs:
1. Click Close Bib Tap (Extended 1/2″)
- Use Case: Communal taps, clinics, schools, underground boxes
- Feature: Longer neck for accessible mounting
- Mounting: Wall-mounted
- Design: Tamper-resistant, slip-clutch handle
2. Click Close Garden Tap (15mm & 22mm)
- Use Case: Outdoor home taps, backyards, washing stations and jojo’s
- Mounting: Pipe or wall-mounted
- Design: Compact, efficient, ideal for daily use
3. Unitwist Stop Tap (15mm & 22mm)
- Design: Durable, pressure-rated, and easy to operate
- Use Case: Flow control in outdoor or shared systems
- Purpose: Installed before bib or garden taps to isolate water
Where It’s Commonly Installed
- Communal washing areas
- Government housing projects
- Informal settlements
- Schools and daycares
- Public parks and sports facilities
- Home gardens and outdoor wash points
- Industrial office areas
Final Word: Smarter by Design
The Unitwist Click Close Tap offers a long-overdue improvement to a basic but essential product, by solving the common failure point in most plastic taps — overtightening — Unitwist has created a tap that’s stronger, smarter and built to last.
If you’re tired of replacing broken taps or dealing with leaks, make the switch to Unitwist. One click — and it’s sealed.
Explore Unitwist
Whether you’re a contractor looking for a system you can trust or a homeowner wanting reliable infrastructure behind your walls, Unitwist is your go-to solution for clean, fast and future-proof plumbing.
To learn more about the Unitwist range browse our website (unitwist.com) or get in touch with our team to explore how our systems can be integrated into your next project.