How Safe is PEX Tubing? - GreenBuildingAdvisor
2010年12月13日 · Builders have climbed on the PEX bandwagon in droves. Cross-linked polyethylene tubing is increasingly taking the place of copper in residential plumbing systems …
PEX A vs. PEX B - GreenBuildingAdvisor
2016年5月26日 · I am obsessing over which pex to use for a whole house manifold installation. The choices are pex-a (uponor) vs pex b (viega). Uponor seems easier to work with, less …
Three Types of PEX Tubing - GreenBuildingAdvisor
2022年11月1日 · PEX-b In a recirculating heating system that uses high- temperature chlorinated water, plastic pipes are more susceptible to weakening over time. Although tubing from all …
Lingering Questions About PEX - GreenBuildingAdvisor
2016年6月8日 · PEX can come in one of three categories, called PEX-a, PEX-b and PEX-c. In some applications it’s layered with metals such as aluminum. Overall, consumers can choose …
Making the Best PEX Connections - GreenBuildingAdvisor
2016年6月20日 · For Richard McGrath, PEX-A is at the top of the heap. “PEX-A is produced with a better manufacturing process than PEX-B as the crosslinking takes place during the …
Alternatives to PEX piping to avoid chemical contamination and …
2024年2月3日 · In summary, PEX piping contaminates water and there is huge variation between brands and even within brands based on batch. It does seem worse at the beginning, as new …
Can PEX pipe be reused after a fitting is removed?
2015年11月27日 · Most supply stops will be threaded for a 3/8" hose. Your faucet connection will likely be the same. FYI, if u intend to do any more diy plumbing, the stainless steel cinch …
Sealant Compatible with PEX Pipe - GreenBuildingAdvisor
2023年10月26日 · Cross-linked polyethylene, which is what PEX is made from, does not weld in a strict sense because it doesn't melt, it turns brown and gets brittle when heated. However, …
3/4 pex max flow rate - GreenBuildingAdvisor
2019年10月23日 · I’m going to pex manifold, but will have a whole house water system in the line that is rated for 14 gpm max. The long details: City Home is 3/4 pvc schedule 40 in from main, …
How long can PEX be exposed to sunlight through a window?
2023年2月16日 · If the PEX has a UV stabilizer in it (check the product docs), it will hold up a lot better. The window glass will block much of the UV as has been mentioned, and the Low-E …