Specification

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Sales & Specifications Sheet: Issue Date December 2008 • Last Revision June 2015
www.sharkbite.com · 2727 Paces Ferry Road · Building 2 · Suite 1800 · Atlanta · Georgia 30339 · USA
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A Division of Reliance Worldwide Corporation
SharkBite
®
Flexible Braided
Stainless Steel Water Heater
Supply Connectors
DESCRIPTION
The SharkBite® Water Heater Connectors are used in residential and commercial applications
to connect the hot and cold supply lines to the water heater. The connectors are EPDM knitted
with braided stainless steel. The connectors are available in 12", 15", 18"!and 24"!lengths. The
connections on the connectors are 3/4"!FIP X 3/4"!SharkBite. The SharkBite connection allows
the installer to connect to copper, PEX, CPVC and PE-RT pipe eliminating the need for an
additional transition fitting.
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
SharkBite Connection:
Eliminates the need for additional transition fittings,
Connects to OD controlled copper, PEX, CPVC, and PE-RT pipe.
Ease of use:
No soldering or glue.
Available in 12", 15", 18", 24" lengths:
No cutting pipe.
Design certified and agency listed:
Inspector friendly, peace of mind.
SPECIFICATION
The SharkBite Water Heater Connectors shall be used with residential and commercial water
heaters. The SharkBite Connection shall be connected to copper (ASTM B88), PEX (ASTM
F876), CPVC (ASTM D2846) and PE-RT (ASTM F 2769). The SharkBite Water Heater
Connectors shall be used with water in accessible locations only.
Typical Installation
U3068FLEX12LF