Questions and Answers for SharkBite 1/2 in. Push-to-Connect Brass 90-Degree Elbow Fitting

A:  I think not! That's a whole different thing

A:  HI, The SharkBite 3/4 in. Push-to-Connect Brass 90-Degree Elbow Fitting will not work on cast-iron pipes. If you will call tech support at 877-700-4242 we will be happy to assist. (Kind regards,)

A:  In general it can.  It depends a little on the type of valve.  If it has the same size shark bite fitting, this elbow can be used after a section of PEX. If the valve has pipe threads or is meant for solder, then you need the correct adapter to transition to PEX.  

A:  Hi, The SharkBite 1/2 in. Push-to-Connect Brass 90-Degree Elbow Fitting will connect the PEX piping and a SharkBite Sillcock. The SharkBite Sillcock will need a piece of PEX pipe to connect to the SharkBite 1/2 in. Push-to-Connect Brass 90-Degree Elbow Fitting on one end and on the other end you can connect the SharkBite 1/2 in. Push-to-Connect Brass 90-Degree Elbow Fitting to the PEX pipe. If you have any more questions you can call tech support at 877-700-4242. (Kind regards,)

A:  yes it can be.

A:  you need pex in between valve-pex -elbow- pex

A:  Hi, The SharkBite 1/2 in. Push-to-Connect Brass 90-Degree Elbow Fitting will connect the PEX piping and a SharkBite Sillcock. The SharkBite Sillcock will need a piece of PEX pipe to connect to the SharkBite 1/2 in. Push-to-Connect Brass 90-Degree Elbow Fitting on one end and on the other end you can connect the SharkBite 1/2 in. Push-to-Connect Brass 90-Degree Elbow Fitting to the PEX pipe. If you have any more questions you can call tech support at 877-700-4242. (Kind regards,)

A:  Hi, The SharkBite 3/4 in. Push-to-Connect Brass 45-Degree Elbow Fitting can be used on PEX pipe that has been tested to the (ASTM F876) standard. If you have anymore questions you can call tech support at 877-700-4242. (Kind regards,)

A:  No, I would not recommend it. A glue on elbow is just as easy, cheaper and recommended.

A:  Hi, The SharkBite 3/4 in. Push-to-Connect Brass 90-Degree Elbow Fitting will work with the following pipes. CPVC, PEX, HDPE, PE-RT, and Copper pipes. If you have any more questions you can call tech support at 877-700-4242. (Kind regards,)

A:  Perfect connection. Extremely reliable. Use for all water repairs.

A:  Great product.

A:  Hi, We do make fittings that connect to polybutylene pipe. I've attached a link to the polybutylene fittings. If you have any more questions you can call tech support at 877-700-4242. (https://www.sharkbite.com/us/en/brass-push-to-connect/fittings/couplings/push-to-connect-polybutylene-transition-coupling) (https://www.sharkbite.com/us/en/brass-push-to-connect/fittings/transition/brass-push-polybutylene-transition-90deg-elbow) Kind regards,

A:  Yep..compatible with Polybutylene, PEX, PVC, CPVC, PE-RT and SDR-9 HDPE

A:  Should, it's designed to be used with copper pex and pvc pipes. I'm currently using them to connect copper to pex in radiant heat system

A:  The sharkbite fittings will handle 200 degrees fine, but PEX is limited to 180 degrees at its rated pressure, and not to exceed 200 degrees. Be sure to set boiler to the 180 limit for best pipe lifetime.

A:  YES, they are designed for Hot or Cold lines, and PEX varities of any kind

A:  Hi, The SharkBite 1/2 in. Push-to-Connect Brass 90-Degree Elbow Fitting can be used for hydronic heating. The fittings have been tested up to 200 F. If you have any more questions you can call tech support at 877-700-4242. (Kind regards,)

A:  Some would likely say yes, but frankly there are better fittings for baseboard heater systems.

A:  yes ,you can . I have been using from long time ,no problem.

A:  Yes. You can use it.

A:  Hello, The SharkBite push to connect fittings can be used on the listed pipes below. If you have any more questions you can contact tech support at 877-700-4242. 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) Kind regards,

A:  Absolutely!

A:  Yes, I believe so. Be sure to purchase the correct size and type of Sharkbite fitting for your application.

A:  Yes. I don't see why not. One of the special things about Sharkbite is that they are universal. Just make sure you clean, blur and use the depth tool for the pipe you are putting the fitting on.

A:  There’s no restrictions to use a fitting for any application, right now I’m using a pair of ball valves from sharkbite for the same tankless water heater.

A:  It may depend on the code in your area. I did use on my line but we used it at least 2 feet away from the actual tank - we kept the initial 1st copper turn that was there on the prior tank.. It seems to be working very well right now. Good luck.

A:  Its a pipe. A bent pipe. Great for all your piping hot needs. Handle the pipe with two hands to avoid discomfort in wrists. Always use protection when handling your pipe.

A:  There’s no restrictions to use a fitting for any application, right now I’m using a paid of ball valves from sharkbite for the same tankless water heater.

A:  It can handle the water temperature, cold inlet and hot outlet, without problems (and is rated so). The only real concern is the type of tubing you use it with; Sharkbite fittings hold onto the outside of the pipe and are sized to fit copper, CPVC and PEX tubing. All of those have the same outside diameter for a given nominal size and will work with these fittings.

A:  Any of those will work. As long as your copper pipe is round with no lumps of solder the Sharkbite will work with no leaks. Sharkbites are expensive but they sure make plumbing simple and easy. Good luck!

A:  Steel wool will definitely work

A:  Simply take a piece of sandpaper sanding around until its clean. I would probably clean about one inch of the end to be inserted.

A:  Hello, The copper pipes can be cleaned with 180 grit emery cloth. It is typically suitable for removing tarnish. If you have any more questions you can contact tech support at 877-700-4242. Kind regards,

A:  Fine grit sandpaper or emery cloth can be used to clean and prepare the outer surfaces of copper pipes for Shark-bite push-to-connect fittings. Cut the sandpaper or emery cloth approximately 1" in width and long enough to easily wrap around the circumferance of the copper pipe to be prepared. Tightly wrap and rotate the sandpaper or emery cloth around the outside end of the pipe to be prepared until the end of the copper pipe has a bright and smooth finish and all rough surfaces and burrs have been removed from the end of the copper pipe. This is similar to preparing the end of a copper pipe for sweat soldering prior to applying flux to the pipe for soldering. Fine texture steel wool can also be used to clean the ends of copper pipes, but it is easier and faster to use fine grit sandpaper or emery cloth. Make sure to use a clean and damp cloth to remove any remaining dirt or residue from the prepared outside ends of a copper pipe. Also make sure that the end of the copper pipe is cut square. Any sharp burrs or pitted areas or indentations on the end of a copper pipe will not allow the o-ring seal on Shark-bite fittings to seal correctly which can cause leaks.

A:  Fine sandpaper, emery cloth, scotch brite pad

A:  You can clean it up with Emory cloth.