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Questions and Answers for SharkBite 1/2 in. x 500 ft. Coil Red PEX Pipe

Internet #202033005

Model #U860R500

Store SKU #1005204655

1/2 in. x 500 ft. Coil Red PEX Pipe
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  • Flexible, durable piping sytem for hot and cold potable plumbing
  • Highest rated chlorine resistance and 6-month UV resistance
  • Compatible with PEX Crimp and Push-to-Connect fittings
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Q:Can this PEX be used to install radiant heating in cement? I will be heating a 1,000 square foot...
by|Jul 25, 2017
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A:  No. You need to purchase our SharkBIte Radiant Heating PEX. It is an orange color and made specifically for radiant heating installations. If you have further questions, please contact customer service M-F, 8am-5pm at (877) 700-4242.

by|May 4, 2023
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    Q:I just installed PEX in a total house re-pipe. Tenant now says water smells and taste like plastic! What can be done to remove smell and taste?
    by|Aug 12, 2014
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    A:  With all new piping systems there is a chance there could be a small odor or taste initially. This usually goes away within a few days.

    by|May 3, 2023
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      Q:COLOR AND TEMPERATURE VARIATIONS
      by|Sep 18, 2013
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      A:  SharkBite PEX is rated for the following: 160 PSI @ 73.4 F 100 PSI @ 180 F 80 PSI @ 200 F The red, white, and blue PEX are the same pipe (except for color) and are rated for the same temperatures. In addition, SharkBite PEX has the following approvals: ASTM F877-2011a, CSA B137.5-2009, and NSF/ANSI 65. Your inspector should have no reason to not approve the PEX. If you look on your PEX piping, it will have the temperature and pressure ratings roll-marked down the pipe.

      by|May 2, 2023
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        Q:does the shark bite pex pipe 500 ft. model #U860R500 have oxygen barrier and can it be used in a slab?
        by|Jan 9, 2013
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        A:  No, model #U860R500 does not. For the oxygen barrier PEX use this following link: http://www.homedepot.com/h_d1/N-5yc1v/R-202033044/h_d2/ProductDisplay?catalogId=10053&langId=-1&keyword=oxygen+barrier&storeId=10051#.UO2BMW_AeSo

        by|May 2, 2023