sharkbite fittings - please post opinion

[trialanderror]

looking into using sharbite fittings. they look badass. If you used them, let me know what your application was (high/low temp. hi/lo pressure) and let me know how good it worked (leaks, etc).

Maybe make this a sticky or something? quick reference?

 

[John D]

I used them,no pressure 180 degree temps,no leaks anywhere.I found they were the easiest to fit when you warmed the pex tubing,and put a slight chamfer on the pipes inside edge,then they slipped right on.A heat gun or handheld propane torch really made it go much easier for me.I like the double o rings,and think they worked great for me.

 

[larman]

i redid a trailer house water line this fall and used them no leaks (yet lol)hot and cold sides at the faucets just have to makesure no burrs and cut straight larry

 

[cjnspecial]

Got one on the output side of a Quincy 325 compressor. Runs about 110 psi and gets pretty warm.....never had any issues.

 

[Labman]

I installed a tee in a copper hot water line a few years ago. quick, easy, and no problems. I don't have the experience to count on all 3 joints coming out right if I sweat solder a copper tee.

 

[Paso One]

I use them they are awesome.

I have used them in my application @ 200 degrees no problem

They are certified to 200 psi and 200 degrees so they are proven.

You can have a tee with copper on on side pex on the other and CPVC or CTS on the last fitting all with no leaks.

Pricey but worth it.

 

[Windwalker7]

I've used a bunch of them when installing my Outdoor Wood Burner.


I've used 1", 3/4" and 1/2".

I've connected them to copper, pex and PVC.

No leaks, no where.

Just make sure you push them on all the way.

 

[Rickochet]

I have used them for a few projects within the past couple of years. If you are just doing a few connections that is the way to go!

 

[porta mill]

shark bite fittings

I have used them a few times on the owb and had to repair a water leek in my camper. worked like a charm.especially for Joe home owner.a little on the pricey side but it is a no brainier to use them. I recommend them

 

[trialanderror]

there's some tight spots i need to get into, tight two arms let alone a flame and trying to hold a string of solder....

figured they'd be nice if i ever wanted to change a plumbing route.....or add/remove soemthing.

 

[RodneyG]

I've used a few works great, but kind of pricey IMO if you need very many.


RodneyG

 

[J.Gordon]

Shark Bites

They may be expensive but they work well! I used a lot of Shark Bite fittings on my OWB install. No leaks and easily removed.

 

[Labman]

I actually bought a second one, a pipe cap. I put it where I can find it if I need it.

1 Sometime something will happen I will be very glad I have it. Money well spent.

2 I will never get myself in such a pinch the rest of my life. Money very well spent.