What temperature can PEX handle? The maximum safe temperature for PEX tubing is 200 degrees Fahrenheit, 180 degrees for plumbing projects. (Usually, the temperature limitation is …

Mar 26, 2009 · When planning a PEX plumbing project, remember that only brass fittings (as opposed to plastic fittings, which are sometimes sold in home centers) are approved for …

A Rundown of PEX-Connection Fitting Systems There are a lot of different methods for making connections when plumbing with PEX tubing, but some of the most appealing may be out of …

Feb 22, 2009 · I've seen casting failures in threaded brass fittings and acid water damage on copper elbows. In twenty years of plumbing I've even seen one brass PEX elbow where the …

Feb 22, 2006 · I’m installing PEX pipe and notice the fitting ID’s are much smaller than copper fitting ID’s (3/4″ PEX fitting ID seems very close to 1/2″ copper fitting ID, 1/2″ pex looks similar …

When making a PEX connection using Viega PEX Press fittings, start by cutting the PEX tubing square. Learn more in this short video.

When making a PEX connection using crimp rings and crimp fittings, begin by cutting the PEX tubing square. Then slip the crimp ring onto the tubing, and insert the fitting, making sure it’s …

Nov 24, 2007 · Using pex for the first time. Even after crimping, I find that valves and fittings rotate easily. Is that normal? I’m concerned that I may end up with a whole […]

Build Your Own PEX Manifold A homemade array of tubing and fittings can rival brand-name water-distribution panels.

Aug 22, 2008 · I’ve been moving more and more to using PEX for my customers and yet I have a question that keeps popping in my mind. Is 1/2″ PEX the same as 1/2″ copper in terms of flow …