You can connect PEX tubing to a threaded copper connection by using a threaded adapter. You can buy these with both male and female threads. Screw the adapter onto the copper fitting, using plumbing tape and a wrench to make a tight, leak-proof connections. Push the PEX pipe onto the bar...
PEX is a new plumbing construction standard. Traditional copper supply lines are still a highly strong and stable connection for water lines, but they are significantly more expensive to buy and install. PEX fittings are a relatively simple to install alternative with a lower material cost. PEX...
If you want to make a connection between some copper pipes and PVC pipes, then you need to have a special type of fitting which keeps the two pipes separate. It used to be necessary in the past to divide two pipes made of different metal from each other, as they could form an electri...
manifolds offer a number of significant advantages over traditional copper pipes. Since these systems use flexible and durable cross-linked polyethylene (PEX) pipes, they are easier to install. These PEX pipes can carry cold and hot water without any of the disadvantages associated with copper. ...
How to Use a Basin Wrench How to Turn a Lawn Sprinkler System Back on in the Spring How to Replace Copper Pipe With PEX 9 Types of Under-Sink Shutoff Valves and How to Choose One How to Install a Kitchen Sink Drain How to Cap Water Pipes With Push-to-Connect Fittings ...
How to CORRECTLY Braze (SILVER SOLDER) a Copper Pipe: So, today I’ll be explaining to you how to correctly braze a copper joint. There are 3 easy steps to getting this accomplished. The first step is to prepare the joint. Skipping this step may result i
How to Replace Shower Faucet Diverters Without Soldering Copper Pipes!: In today’s tutorial you’ll learn how to replace shower faucet diverters using all PEX and Hansgrohe’s iBox. This is one of the best ways to install a new shower faucet. Here’s w
PEX to Copper Plumbing Chances are your existing plumbing is all copper piping, and if that’s the case here’s a step by step guide to tapping into your existing copper piping with PEX. First you’ll want to locate an area where you’ll be able to tap into your existing copper pipes...
Ponder piping options: Compared to traditional metal, PEX and CPVC piping are generally cheaper upfront and easier to install compared to metal piping options. If cost is a concern, opting for these alternatives can help keep expenses in check. ...
Using new SCH 40 PVC supply pipe Using new PE (SDR-7) supply pipe* Using new Type L copper supply pipe Using new PEX supply pipe 5/8" 1" 15 GPM 15 GPM 15 GPM 15 GPM 3/4" 1" 17 GPM 17 GPM 17 GPM 17 GPM 3/4" 1 1/4" 20 GPM 20 GPM 20 GPM - 1" 1 1/4" 33 GPM...