🔧 U120LFA SharkBite Straight Connector Plumbing Fitting - Push-to-Connect, PEX, Copper, CPVC, HDPE, 1/2 Inch x Threaded 1/2 Inch MNPT Review

These SharkBite fittings work best with PEX tubing. If the pipe is square and clean (use a proper cutter!), the fittings can be installed by hand, allowing for easy do-it-yourself assembly. When I bought my house 8 years ago I did a complete makeover with PEX in a renovation. If I had known how easy it was, I would have taken the job myself instead of hiring a plumber. Come to think of it, maybe not, but simple jobs are a breeze with these hardware!

I was skeptical, although I have often heard that they are revolutionary for sanitary technology. Well I'm a convert. These things are pretty amazing. I have used them to install a whole house water filter that I have installed in the past with compression adapters. I screwed them into both ends of the filter with teflon tape, inserted the hoses into both ends and, holding my breath, turned on the water. No leaks. even a little drop. Note: They're also about $4 cheaper at Revain than Home…

To this day I have never been disappointed with a Shark Bite brand. I don't mind paying extra for quality...but this one fell short. I pulled the tub/shower valve assembly as I couldn't identify the dripper. Used this fitting to attach a water hose to Pex for testing. It was a little harder than usual... I knew it was different, but it was the only one I had. So I put it on, the problem was the distance as you can see. (blue Pex) Pex needs to be replaced. It's ok since I got it off the wall…

I'm not a plumber and while PEX slings really like these Shark Bite fittings I've seen them used with copper slings for years. The leaks/faults I've seen on them are usually related to the condition of the pipe end during installation. Some errors were caused by misalignment of the tube/fitting assembly, or the tube was installed at an angle leaving a gap on one side of the o-ring. As long as the cut is clean and all surfaces are smooth, the bite will last. (Sharp edges and burrs can scratch…

I have used Sharkbites for plumbing jobs in many homes I have lived in over the years (retired military, relocated 6+ times as a homeowner). If you're making repairs and have limited access without tearing up the drywall or subfloor, these (and any shark fittings) are a lifesaver. I used them to install a new 1/2 FIP shower panel installation (Vigo Kingsley system). They did a great job and plan on using the other two to install the tub as they use the same inlet fitting. My usual use and first

I had to replace the tub valve with a tiny 7" round hole. This faucet had 4 pipes: hot and cold PEX, PEX to the shower and a rigid copper pipe to the bath fill. All fittings had iron pipe threads in the valve. The PEX fittings slide and twist (with some difficulty) so I could unscrew them and barely manage to get the mini pipe cutter onto the copper to cut it. That's where this SharkBite fitting comes in. With a little attention to the end of the copper to make sure it wasn't sharp, this…

When I first saw a shark bite at my local hardware store I thought it would be *so* useful. if it works! I placed it next to a pump vibrating in a system of heated water and fluctuating pressure in a complex application. but also in a place where, if he had blown, he would not have flooded the house. At the time, I thought that simple installation was enough. but now, two pumps and six years later, I've been throwing sharks at plumbing problems everywhere because of the ease of disconnection…