SharkBite U362LFA Tee Plumbing Pipe Connector 1/2 In, PEX Fittings, Push-to-Connect, Copper, CPVC, 1/2-Inch by 1/2-Inch by 1/2-Inch

Easy to set up and use, with the ability to correct errors. To me, it's as permanent as you want it to be. br>Because we wanted to add another bathroom, we ran water lines from one part of the basement to another. We were apprehensive about cutting into the old copper tubing and replacing it with a new CPVC or sharkbite pipe. br>After careful measurements, we inserted the copper pipes at the bottom and top, added the new pipe in the middle, and were finished. br>No leaks, no problems; it's a lot easier to work when you don't have to solder, glue, or be concerned about making a mistake. In the last few years, the best plumbing innovation has come along. br>Recent changes: There have been no issues, leaks, or problems since February 2018.

Allan Cox

| Jul 16, 2021

The little jewels I have seen In the past year I have had several campers and have heard great things, but due to the fact that they must think they are made of gold, I say that because they must believe them to be gold, but I have used slip lock connectors on air lines.

Isabel Waters

| May 08, 2021

I've placed several orders for these. During the polar vortex this past winter, many of our pipe joints began to drip. They're old copper pipes, and I believe the extreme cold has harmed the soldering. So I've been gradually replacing the worst ones, which are simple to use but require knowledge of how to do. And, as I discovered after ruining one with a hacksaw, you can't use one, and even with the tools, they're difficult to remove. They are, however, more durable and easier to work with than solder.

Joel Summers

| Apr 12, 2021

Pushing the tubing firmly into the hole is all that's required for installation. I haven't had any leaks since the installation. The removal of Sharkbite fittings can be done with a special tool that they sell. You must cut, replace, and re-use CPVC or PVC. glue. I'm a big fan of Sharkbite's products.

Danny James

| Feb 04, 2021

This is the worst plumbing idea ever, especially when it comes to Pex. It's a bad system that's difficult to get rid of unless you're sitting on a bench. Every Pex connection leaked, and when the fittings were removed, they were no longer functional (the plastic inserts were easily damaged). Use Pex, crimp fittings are cheap, never leak, and when you need to remove a cinch, cut the pipe and remove the cinch in a vice (with a chisel and hammer). Replace the pipe/cinch clamp with a new one that is appropriate.

Emmie Chapman

| Dec 28, 2020

I'll buy it again if I need something else.

Canaan Moyer

| Sep 13, 2021

I was astounded by how simple the Shark Bite connectors are to use. I've never been a fan of solder joint fittings and have never attempted to use them. I had previously used compression fittings, but the Shark Bite are far more convenient. I'll never use anything other than Shark Bite for any future plumbing repairs. I should point out that 1/2" copper pipe runs throughout my entire home.

Reign Ferguson

| Mar 22, 2021

This is a costly item. But, as they say, you get what you pay for. They simply do the job! Particularly difficult-to-reach areas It is simple to put together. These are what I use to run 80 feet of supply water to my 300 gallon Reef Tank. They are always connected to the city's water supply. Over the years, I have yet to see one of these fittings leak or fail.

Chandler Norman

| Mar 23, 2021