Comparing PEX Connections

hey it's mark from supply house calm and in this video we're going to compare all the types of pecs connection systems there are six types of pecs connections sold on supply house comm they use different tools and different fittings but every tool in fitting sold at supply ounce comm is high-quality and will result in a secure reliable connection every time the crimp method works with crimped fittings copper crimp rings and a tool with an interchangeable head for specific size fittings the crimp system provides an inexpensive way to make a secure connection the clamping method also works with crimp fittings but uses stainless steel clamps and a clamp tool this method is popular because the clamp connections are easy to make and the heavy-duty clamp tool is reasonably priced making it a great choice for many do-it-yourselfers with this system you only need to clamp the tab on the stainless steel clamp rather than the entire fitting this allows you to use just one tool with one size head for all connections for different sized connections only the size of the rings and fittings change the expansion system works with expansion rings and pro pecs expansion fittings made specifically for this system this connection system is the most common system used by contractors the tool requires greater initial investment but it is the easiest to use and requires less manual labor than the other tools the expansion system only works with pecs a tubing the press method uses press fittings with sleeves already attached and you will need to use different press tools corresponding with the size of your fittings and tubing the tools can be purchased separately or in a kit with all necessary sizes if your job requires only a few connections or you're doing a small repair sharkbite will likely be your fitting system choice the fittings are more expensive per piece than the other systems but they are extremely easy to use PEX tubing simply pushes into the fittings making a secure connection requiring no connection tools you can also pull them apart using sharkbite disconnect clips the radiant compression method works with a three-piece compression fitting and requires no tool the completed connections have threaded ends that make it easy to connect your PEX tubing to a manifold for more information about connection systems tools and fittings visit the Resource Center at supply house comm or email us with any questions

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Keywords: PEX connections, PEX pipe, pex, PEX crimping tool, pex tools

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Length: 2min 13sec (133 seconds)

Published: Thu Mar 13 2014