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Push-fit fittings, also calledpush-on,push-to-connectorpush fittings, generally are designed for use with rigid copper, CPVC (chlorinated polyvinyl chloride) and PEX (cross-linked polyethylene) water pipe. There are also some small fittings that work with polyethylene and other types of plastic t...
Cut the pipe, as needed, using the appropriate type of tubing cutter for the pipe material: use a copper tubing cutter for copper; a plastic tubing cutter for CPVC; a PEX cutter for PEX. When measuring for the cut, keep in mind that the pipe will extend about 1 inch into the fitting...
If you’re interested in using PEX piping in your basement finishing project I would highly recommend it. If you have questions about PEX that I don’t cover in this post, justjoin my basement finishing forum on PEX piping. PEX to Copper Plumbing Chances are your existing plumbing is all ...
Soldering Copper Tubing: The process of soldering includes an open flame and solder to melt the metals and join the fitting and copper pipe. This will make a permanent connection between the fitting and pipe and can be a very difficult process when working in tight quarters and where heat sho...
How toJoin PPR Pipe How toClear a Clogged Waste Pipe How toConnect Pex to Copper References ↑ https://www.plumbingsupply.com/pipethreadsizing.html ↑ https://www.zoro.com/pipe-fitting-size-guide ↑ David Balkan. Professional Plumber & CEO of Balkan Sewer & Water Main. Expert Intervie...