Pex Crimp Plumbing Fittings

Description:

Cross-linked polyethylene, or PEX, is a bendable plastic piping toughened by a special chemical process that strengthens the polyethylene. Because of its ability to withstand a wide range of temperatures (subfreezing to 180 degrees F), it is quickly gaining popularity as a supply pipe for residential plumbing.

Connecting PEX is relatively easy because of its flexibility that allows it to follow corners. The common ways of connecting PEX are by using crimp rings with a compression tool.

Slot in the barbed end of the fitting into the PEX tube until it is secure against the cut edges. Then you will need to place the crimp ring so it is 1/8 to 1/4 of an inch from the end of the pipe, covering the barbed end of the fitting, and then tighten the fitting by hand for positioning.

Finally, line up the jaws of a full-circle crimping tool over the crimp ring and compress the handles together to tighten the ring.

Feature:

PEX crimp fittings are an easy, fast, and comparatively inexpensive method of installation. The tools used for PEX fittings are readily available in the market.

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