Questions and Answers for SharkBite 1/2 in. Push-to-Connect Brass Coupling Fitting (10-Pack)

A:  Hi Bill, Thank you for contacting SharkBite. The SharkBite Max Coupling (UR016A) is our new product line for our push-to-connect fittings. It is the replacement for the SharkBite 3/4 in. Push-to-Connect Brass Coupling. The SharkBite 3/4 in. Push-to-Connect Brass Coupling will eventually be obsolete. If you have any more questions you can call our technical support team at 1-877-700-4242. Kind regards,

A:  Hi Tracy, Thank you for contacting SharkBite. When working with 3/8" hard drawn rigid copper pipe you would want to use a 3/8" coupling. The part number is U006LF. If you are still in need of assistance you can call tech support at 877-700-4242. Kind regards,

A:  Hi Cheryl, The SharkBite 1-1/2 in. Push-to-Connect Brass Coupling Fitting is not compatible with polybutylene pipe. Unfortunately, we do not make a polybutylene fitting in the size you are needing. If you have any more questions you can call tech support at 877-700-4242. Kind regards,

A:  Hi Theo, The SharkBite 1/2 in. Push-to-Connect Brass Coupling can have the white plastic insert removed when working with hard drawn rigid copper pipe. You can also leave the white plastic insert installed. It's a choice when working with hard drawn rigid copper pipe. If you have any more questions you can call tech support at 877-700-4242. Kind regards,

A:  Hi John, Thank you for contacting SharkBite. The SharkBite 1/4 in. (3/8 in. O.D.) Push-to-Connect Brass Coupling can be used with the following pipes. PEX (ASTM F876, CSA B137.5) Copper (ASTM B 88) CPVC (ASTM D 2846, CSA B137.6) PE-RT (ASTM F 2769) HDPE (SDR-9 ASTM D2737). If you have any more questions or if we can be of further assistance you can call tech support at 877-700-4242. Kind regards,

A:  Although you can call Sharkbite technical support (877-700-4242) for their help, I will offer my answer based on my personal experience. Although this fitting is rated at 200 psi, please verify that your relief valve is set below this value. Also be certain that you have fully inserted the pipe into the fitting by marking the pipe BEFORE you insert the pipe end into the fitting (1.125 in) for 3/4" pipe. If not, the pipe might "blow out" of the fitting due to the surge when the relief valve releases the excessive pressure. Hope this helps and good luck.

A:  Hi, The SharkBite 3/4 in. Push-to-Connect Brass Coupling Fitting can be used to connect to a CPVC pipe. As you stated the fitting is rated at 200 psi and 200 degrees Fahrenheit. If you have any more questions about the SharkBite push to connect fittings do not hesitate to contact us. Kind regards,