Uponor's ProPEX fittings have always set the industry standard for performance and reliability. Compatible only with PEX-A, they take advantage of the tubing’s uniform molecular structure that allows it to return to its original shape. To make a ProPEX fitting, you must expand the tubing (and an appropriately sized ring) with a proper tool. Then simply slide the fitting into the PEX and watch it shrink back to size, making a leak-proof seal almost instantly.
ProPEX fittings are now exclusively lead-free. “LF” fittings exceed United States Safe Drinking Water Act standards and are authorized for use in California and Vermont. They are approved for direct burial in soil and concrete slabs. When used with other Uponor products, they create a completely lead-free plumbing system, from inlet to faucet.
Uponor’s Engineered Plastic (EP) fittings provide another lead-free option for ProPEX systems. Available in a wide-variety of sizes, these fittings are also approved for direct burial in soil and concrete slabs. Their high-performance thermoplastic material meets the same ratings as Uponor’s tubing. Red brass and dezincification-resistant (DZR) fittings are produced in select sizes.
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Thursday, June 30, 2011
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
New Tool Improves ProPEX Expansion
The ProPEX expander tool from Milwaukee is the only tool currently available for making expander fitting connections. Compatible with Uponor’s PEX-A tubing and ProPEX fittings, the new tool improves upon previous designs. It weighs less and fits into tighter spaces than older models. The tool may be ordered in two different sizes (M12 and M18). The batteries from these tools work with Milwaukee’s wide-range of other M12 and M18 products. Milwaukee packages lithium-ion batteries, a charger, and expander heads with the tool as part of Expansion Tool Kits. Kits also come with grease and a convenient carrying case. For those who already have these accessories, they offer the tool as a stand-alone product.
M12 tools work with heads ranging from 3/8” to 1”. 1/2", 3/4", and 1” heads are included in the M12 kit. The M18 kit includes the larger 1", 1-1/4", and 1-1/2" heads. It can accommodate the smaller M12 heads, but they must be purchased separately.
M12 tools work with heads ranging from 3/8” to 1”. 1/2", 3/4", and 1” heads are included in the M12 kit. The M18 kit includes the larger 1", 1-1/4", and 1-1/2" heads. It can accommodate the smaller M12 heads, but they must be purchased separately.
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