Installation Guide

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• Connects COPPER, CPVC, PEX and PE-RT pipe in any combination
• SharkBit
e and SharkBite 2XL are Quick Connect and Quick Disconnect
• NO soldering, clamps, unions, glue or tools
• C
ertified to 200 psi and 200°F
• C
ertified for underground
*
and behind the wall applications and as a manufactured joint without access panels
• E
xceeds ASSE 1061 Section 1V, 4.1 Materials - Dezincification (DZR) - ISO 6509
• Certified for potable water and hydronic applications
• Int
egral PEX Stiener (3/8" to 1"), 1/4" is not required
• 2XL PEX S
tieners sold separately
• F
ittings can be rotated after assembly for easier installation in tight places
• 1/
4" push-fit connector ends require use of 3/8" OD CTS PEX, CPVC or hard drawn Type K, L and M and annealed Type M copper
• Chr
ome-plated copper cannot be used unless chrome is removed
• A
lways consult with local plumbing codes concerning specific applications
*Fitting should be wrapped with an impervious material, chloride-free tape or tightly wrapped and sealed insulation works well to prevent direct contact with the
backfill. Backfill should be free of rocks, debris or any sharp objects that may cause damage through impact or abrasion.
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CUT:
Cut the pipe square
removing rough edges and
debris. Mark the pipe to the
correct insertion depth.
PUSH:
Push pipe and fitting
together up to the
depth mark.
DONE.
*Using the disconnect
clip, fittings can
be easily changed,
removed and reused.
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FITTINGS / TUBE SIZE COMPATIBILITY / PIPE INSERTION DEPTH
Nominal Size of Fitting Nominal Size of Tubing Tubing OD Size Tubing ID Size Pipe Insertion Decimal Depth Fraction
1/4" 1/4" CTS 3/8" 0.305" 0.81" 13/16"
3/8" 3/8" CTS 1/2" 0.350" 0.94" 15/16"
1/2" 1/2" CTS 5/8" 0.475" 0.95" 15/16"
5/8" 5/8" CTS 3/4" 0.652" 1.13" 1-1/8"
3/4" 3/4" CTS 7/8" 0.671" 1.13" 1-1/8"
1" 1" CTS 1-1/8" 0.885" 1.32" 1-5/16"
1-1/4" 1-1/4" CTS 1-3/8" 1.055" 2.0" 2"
1-1/2" 1-1/2" CTS 1-5/8" 1.245" 2.25" 2-1/4"
2" 2" CTS 2-1/8" 1.629" 2.50" 2-1/2"
1/4" compression 1/4" ACR 1/4" 0.190" n/a
3/8" compression 3/8" ACR 3/8" 0.311" n/a
1/2" SharkBite End
15/16"
Pipe
Insertion Depth