You can use any pex labeled fitting with any pex labeled tubing and any pex labeled crimp ring, provided they are all labeled for the same size tubing and the manufacturers literature shows as astm compliant.
Can you use expansion fittings on Zurn PEX?
Zurn utilizes a patented variation of the silane method that produces the highest temperature/pressure resistance, flexibility, highest chlorine rating, extended UV resistance, colors and can be used with insert/crimp fittings as well as expansion fittings.
Are PEX crimp fittings interchangeable?
Push-to-connect can be used interchangeable with most types of copper tube size pipe, including PEX, copper and CPVC. No special tools are needed to make these connections. Also, the fittings can be easily removed and reused.
Is Zurn PEX type A or B?
Zurn Pex, Inc. chooses the Silane (PEX-b) method to manufacture its tubing. While high degrees of cross-linking can be achieved using this method, it is unnecessary because the density of the base resin for Zurn PEX is higher compared to PEX-a and PEX-c methods.
Are all PEX fittings compatible?
These fittings can be manufactured from brass or poly alloy and are compatible with all types of PEX as we all CPVC and copper piping. All expansion fittings can be divided into (2) major groups: 1. Uponor (Wirsbo) ProPEX expansion system: proprietary style expansion fittings + expander tool + PEX sleeves.
Are PEX A and PEX B fittings interchangeable?
There are two parts to this transition: the PEX-A MIP adapter and the PEX-B FIP adapter. These parts will thread together and allow you to join PEX-A to PEX-B. The PEX-A side will require an expansion ring while the PEX-B side requires the crimp ring.
How do I know if I have PEX A vs PEX B?
Quote from Youtube video: So here's my deal people ask often what are the big differences. It's more than just the way it's made it's the fact that pex a is more flexible. You can actually bend it you get tighter. Radiuses.
Can you mix and match PEX brands?
The good news is, you don’t have those fittings. The poly fittings with stainless clench rings work with A and B as do the brass fittings that take crimp rings. These systems are safe to interchange.
Can you use crimp rings on plastic PEX fittings?
You may use pinch rings, copper crimp rings, pro crimp rings, and stainless steel sleeves with any of our Poly Alloy fittings. So at least as far as their products go, there should be no problem.
Which PEX crimp is best?
- BEST CRIMP TOOL: IWISS IWS-FAS PEX Crimping Tool Kit.
- BEST CINCH TOOL: iCRIMP PEX Cinch Tool.
- MOST VERSATILE: Conbraco Apollo PEX Multi-Head Crimp Tool Kit.
- BEST FOR TIGHT SPACES: IWISS Angle Head PEX Pipe Crimping Tool Set.
What type of PEX fittings should I use?
If you’re using PEX A piping, Cold Expansion PEX (CEP) fittings are the most common type of fitting that you’ll see being used and are exclusive to PEX A. The biggest benefit is that these fittings are the same inside diameter as the pipe and do not reduce flow to the same extent as crimp fittings.
Which is better plastic or brass PEX fittings?
Brass its typically the best choice when the application demands a stronger fitting. In addition, plastic PEX fittings have a thicker wall requirement under ASTM2159 Standard, resulting in a reduced ID which restricts flow, while brass PEX fittings are manufactured to ASTM F1807 allowing for a larger flow passage.
What’s the difference between PEX AB and C?
PEX B is formed using Silane, or Moisture Cure, method. This is the most common PEX pipe type out there. PEX C is created using the Electronic Irradiation, or Cold, method of cross-linking.
Which is better for PEX crimp or cinch?
When it comes to which method is better between crimping and cinching, it all comes down to personal preference and workload. If you are looking for a fast and more secure connection that will stand the test of time, crimp tools are your better option.
Why are PEX crimp rings black?
The black coating is not a paint but a surface treatment which does not add to the dimensions of the ring. Brass Insert Fittings and rings are manufactured and certified to the requirements of ASTM F1807 to insure compatibility with all SDR9 PEX tubing and fitting components from numerous manufacturers.
Will PEX crimp rings work on polybutylene?
PB has the same outside diameter as PEX of the same nominal size, but outside diameters differ slightly between the tubing types. This means that you should not use PEX fittings on polybutylene, but that you can use PEX crimping rings and PEX crimping tools on barbed PB connections.
Do PEX crimpers work on poly B?
Transition from polybutylene to PEX pipe. Includes two color-coordinated crimp rings – the black crimp ring is for PEX pipe, while the copper-colored crimp ring is for polybutylene pipe. Certified for use in potable water and hydronic heating systems. Compatible with PEX and polybutylene pipe.
