Specification

Specifications: BA001
DESCRIPTION
SharkBite
®
tubing is a cross-linked polyethylene tubing used for potable
water application. The tubing is printed with a SharkBite
®
imprint pattern that
provides a visual aid to determine if the tube has been inserted all the way
into the SharkBite
®
push-fit fitting. This feature only works if the tubing is cut
between the SharkBite
®
imprint pattern.
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
Tubing printed with SharkBite
®
imprint pattern:
Allows for easy assembly with SharkBite
®
push-fit fittings without
use of elaborate and costly tools.
SharkBite
®
tubing:
Strong, flexible, resilient tubing that provides superior
temperature performance.
Complete connection system:
System provides a wide selection of fittings and tubing to
ensure a trouble-free rough-in.
Listed to NSF 14 and CSA B137.5 for use in potable water systems:
Inspector friendly, peace of mind!
Manufactured and tested to meet or exceed the requirements of the
ASTM F-876, ASTM F-877, ASTM F-2023 and CSA B137.5:
Specify and install with confidence!
Variety of connections options, SharkBite
®
PEX can be connected with
SharkBite
®
push-fit fittings, or Cash Acme barbed fittings:
Flexible installation options.
System shall be plumbed using SharkBite
®
Tubing cross-linked polyethylene pipe
and all joints shall be made using SharkBite
®
push-fit fittings or brass Cash Acme
barbed fittings with clamps. Tubing and fittings shall be installed as outlined in the
SharkBite
®
PEX installation manual.
SPECIFICATION
SharkBite
®
PEX Tubing
Without Oxygen Barrier
Specifications: HD002 Issue Date December 2008
Performance:
Maximum Working Pressure:
160 psi @ 73.4°F (23°C)
100 psi @ 180°F (82°C)
80 psi @ 200° F (93°C)
Materials:
Tubing ....................PEX-B cross-linked polyethylene
SPECIFICATION DATA
CERTIFICATIONS
The SharkBite
®
tubing is approved for use in all model codes in the US and Canada for use in hydronic and potable
water systems and is certified to the following standards: NSF 14/61, NSF P171, ASTM F-876, ASTM F-877, CSA
B137.5 and AWWA C904.
A Division of the Reliance Worldwide Corporation
Cash Acme 2400 7th Avenue SW Cullman, AL 35055-0278 1-877-700-4242 Fax: 1-877-700-4280 www.cashacme.com
08-CAC-304 12.04.08 Printed in USA

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