Submittal Sheet
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Sales & Specifications Sheet: Issue Date May 2009 • Last Revision June 2015
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A Division of Reliance Worldwide Corporation
SharkBite
®
Push-To-Connect
Fittings
For Copper, CPVC or PEX Pipe
DESCRIPTION
The SharkBite® Push-To-Connect (PTC) Fittings allow the user to connect pipe in seconds
with relative ease.
FEATURES AND BENEFITS !
Instant push-fit connection for increased ease-of-use:
No soldering, clamps, unions, or glue required.
Fittings certified to 200 PSI and 200°F (93°C):
Proven durability and quality.
Fits copper tubing, and CTS CPVC and PEX:
Connects all three types in any combination.
Integral pipe liner for PEX installations:
Integrated design means no loose components, ensures secure, reliable connection.
Design certified and agency listed:
Inspector friendly, peace of mind!
Compact, robust Lead Free DZR brass body:
Foundation of a strong, corrosion resistant, durable fitting.
Design certified to NSF/ANSI 61, NSF/ASNI 14 and ASSE 1061 product standard for use in
potable water and hydronic heating water distribution:
Quality engineered and manufactured.
Approved to be used underground and behind walls without access panels.
Designed for hydronic heating as well as potable water distribution.
SPECIFICATION
The tube shall be inserted into the SharkBite PTC Fitting in the first stage through a release
collar and then through a stainless steel grab ring. The grab ring has teeth that open out and
grip onto the tube. At the second stage the tube shall be pushed through an O-ring protector
which aligns the pipe. A specially formulated EPDM O-ring shall be compressed between the
wall of the fitting and the tube before the end of the tube reaches the tube stop. Only when the
pipe has passed through the O-ring and reached the pipe stop shall a secure joint be created.
The fitting shall be a SharkBite PTC Fitting.
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