SharkBiteU008LFA Straight Coupling Plumbing Fitting, PEX Fittings, Push-to-Connect, Coupler, PE-RT, HDPE, Copper, CPVC, 1/2 Inch

Q: Can these work piping that connects baseboard (hydronic) heaters?

I cut open a 3/4 baseboard water heating line by mistake with sawzaw about 12 years ago. No leaks and no issues. However it won’t fit on finned baseboard heating element because it’s too small in diameter. You’ll have to sweat a pipe to element then connect shark bite. Good luck!

Q: Do these require a stiffener be placed in the pex pipe prior to use? Or do the have a stiffener in them already?

Hello, SharkBite fittings already come with the PEX stiffener pre-installed. It is the white plastic piece you see in the picture on the inside of the fitting.

Q: Will this in an travel trailer?I am concerned that it could come loose while bouncing down the road.

Yes, they will work fine in a travel trailer. The ends of the tubing must be clean and square and be sure they are fully inserted. Also there must be no side pressure when they are tightened down...which sometimes is challenging when working in very tight areas of a trailer.

Q: I need to repair a 1/4" copper water line. The Shark Bite website describes this item's size as "1/4" (3/8" OD) X 1/4" (3/8" OD)." Will this work?

The above answer from max is 100 % correct. This is for 3/8 od (outside diameter) the inside diameter is 1/4. As far as I have read the listing size is for Id (inside diamiter). I made the same mistake and bought the wrong size.

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Size
1/2 in.
Material
Brass
Brand
SharkBite
Color
Brass
Item dimensions L x W x H
7 x 5 x 2
Connector Type
Coupling

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SharkBiteU008LFA Straight Coupling Plumbing Fitting, PEX Fittings, Push-to-Connect, Coupler, PE-RT, HDPE, Copper, CPVC, 1/2 Inch

Specifications

Size	1/2 in.
Material	Brass
Brand	SharkBite
Color	Brass
Item dimensions L x W x H	7 x 5 x 2 inches
Connector Type	Coupling
Exterior Finish	Brass
Thread Type	NPTF
Item Weight	0.01 Ounces
Number of Pieces	2
Global Trade Identification Number	00697285465626
Manufacturer	US - Reliance Worldwide Corporation
UPC	783961697082 697285465626 733353694489
Part Number	U008LF
Item Weight	0.01 ounces
Product Dimensions	7 x 5 x 2 inches
Item model number	U008LFA
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer	No
Style	SharkBite
Finish	Brass
Pattern	Coupler
Installation Method	Push-To-Connect
Item Package Quantity	1
Measurement System	inch
Usage	Amateur, Professional
Included Components	Brass Push Couplings
Batteries Included?	No
Batteries Required?	No
Warranty Description	Manufacturer

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Can these work piping that connects baseboard (hydronic) heaters?

Do these require a stiffener be placed in the pex pipe prior to use? Or do the have a stiffener in them already?

Will this in an travel trailer?I am concerned that it could come loose while bouncing down the road.

I need to repair a 1/4" copper water line. The Shark Bite website describes this item's size as "1/4" (3/8" OD) X 1/4" (3/8" OD)." Will this work?

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SharkBiteU008LFA Straight Coupling Plumbing Fitting, PEX Fittings, Push-to-Connect, Coupler, PE-RT, HDPE, Copper, CPVC, 1/2 Inch

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