TYPE 1 NON-DUCTILITY

SERVISPLICE

Standard Normal Coupler

The workhorse of mechanical rebar splicing

Standard
Cl. 3.2.8.3
Mechanism
CNC parallel thread engagement
Bar Range
Ø12 – Ø50 mm
SERVISPLICE mechanical rebar coupler
HK CoP 2013 Cl. 3.2.8.3
Overview

About SERVISPLICE

SERVISPLICE is Bosa's flagship Type 1 mechanical coupler, engineered for standard non-ductility splicing applications under HK CoP 2013 Cl. 3.2.8.3. The coupler uses fully automated CNC-rolled parallel threads to deliver a simple, effective and high-performance connection with zero material wastage — 100% of the rebar length is used. Each coupler is manufactured from SGS-tested high-tensile steel in our ISO 9001:2015 certified Taiwan facility, with every batch HOKLAS-accredited tested in Hong Kong. As the most cost-effective option in the Bosa range, SERVISPLICE is suitable for both static and seismic conditions and has been proven across over 1,000 projects in Hong Kong.

Simple, effective and high-performance mechanical coupler
Fully automated CNC threading eliminates human error (~30 sec per thread)
Patented computerised automation machine
No material wastage — 100% of rebar length used
Computerised calibration for fast and easy operation
No special assembling skills required
Suitable for both static and seismic conditions
Cost-effective Type 1 solution — lower cost than Type 2 couplers
Technical Data

Dimensional Specifications

All dimensions in millimetres. Weights in kilograms (approx.).

Bar SizeCoupler OD (mm)Length (mm)Thread (mm)Weight (kg)
Ø122032140.05
Ø162540180.10
Ø203048220.17
Ø253656260.30
Ø284060280.38
Ø324568320.55
Ø405680380.95
Ø506896461.65

* Dimensions are nominal and subject to manufacturing tolerances. Contact Bosa for project-specific requirements.

Applications

Where to Use SERVISPLICE

Standard Column & Wall Splicing

Primary application for vertical rebar continuity in columns, walls, and piers where Type 1 non-ductility classification is acceptable per CoP 2013.

Transfer Structures

Transfer beams and plates requiring high-performance mechanical connections. SERVISPLICE provides a cost-effective Type 1 solution for transfer structures.

Foundation & Pile Cap Connections

Large-diameter bar splicing in foundations, pile caps, and raft slabs where access permits standard threading.

Transition Splicing

Connecting different bar diameters (e.g., Ø32 to Ø40) using transition couplers within the SERVISPLICE range.

Installation

Installation Procedure

1

Bar Preparation

Cut rebar square using a rebar cutter. Ensure the bar end is clean, free of rust scale, and perpendicular to the bar axis.

2

Thread Rolling

Roll parallel threads onto the bar end using a Bosa CNC thread-rolling machine. Process takes approximately 30 seconds per bar end.

3

Go/No-Go Gauge Check

Verify thread quality using the Bosa Go/No-Go gauge. The Go end must pass fully; the No-Go end must not engage beyond 2 turns.

4

Coupler Assembly

Thread the coupler onto the first bar until the bar end is flush with the centre mark. Thread the second bar from the opposite end until tight.

5

Torque Verification

Apply the specified torque using a calibrated torque wrench. Mark the coupler and bars with a witness line for visual inspection.

Testing

Test Requirements

Static Tensile Test
HK CoP 2013 Cl. 3.2.8.3
Meet Type 1 non-ductility splice requirements
Slip Test
AC133 / BS8110
Slip < 0.1mm at 0.6fy load
HOKLAS Batch Testing
HOKLAS
3–9 specimens per batch depending on batch size
Compliance

Standards & Codes

HK CoP 2013 Cl. 3.2.8.3 (Type 1 Non-Ductility)
AC133 — Acceptance Criteria for Mechanical Connector Systems
BS8110 — Structural Use of Concrete
ISO 9001:2015 — Quality Management System
Why Choose

SERVISPLICE Advantages

Speed

Fully automated CNC threading at ~30 seconds per thread — fast, consistent, and eliminates human error.

Cost-Effective

The most economical coupler in the Bosa range. Type 1 classification delivers high performance at a lower cost than Type 2 alternatives.

Zero Wastage

100% of rebar length is used — no material wastage. Patented computerised automation machine with computerised calibration.

Ease of Use

No special assembling skills required. Simple installation with Go/No-Go gauge inspection on every coupler. HOKLAS-accredited batch testing.

Ready to Specify SERVISPLICE?

Contact our engineering team for project-specific guidance, technical data sheets, and quotations.