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I carry two sharkbite 1/2" caps in my bucket at all times along with the removal tool. They work great in kitchens and bathrooms until we can get the cabinets in and install new shutoffs. I've used them probably 30+ times and haven't had a problem with leaks.
Most UK timber frame builds use speedfit pipe and fittings and have always liked the plastic over the brass "Sharkbite" brand. It's a shame that Speedfit dont make US size's. The problem with them is the o-rings have a limted life in the hot supply.
Yes, unfortunately you have to solder the tub spout or the sharkbite just keeps on a turnin' and the spout wont fit snug to the wall. Ok, I'm revisiting this thread after about 3 years. I have repaired shark bite leaks inside walls (not mine). I do not and have not placed shark bites in conceled locations.
Recipe for a leak. Take one o-ring, add water, add chlorine, let stands for a few years, remove, when o-ring leaves a black film on your finger then it is ready. Even the Red Korky Flapper that claim to be chemical resistant, are only warrantied for 5 years. Wonder why they even say chemical resistant.
The bottom line is.. These fittings are expensive. So depending on whats being repaired or assembling (like the picture shown with all the fittings); it can certainly be expensive. But if you are repairing a long length of pipe with only 2 fittings needed, then it is without a doubt a good deal. My entire house is done in gator bites.
d. The fittings shall be rated by their manufacturer for not less than 200 psig at 180 deg F. e. The fittings shall be permitted to be installed in concealed locations. And this from Cash Acme's site Instant push-fit connection for increased ease-of-use. No soldering, clamps,unions, or glue required. Fittings certified to 200 PSI and 200°F (93 ...
Shark Bite Fittings, The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly! I have 5 yrs on my shark bite fittings on my water heater. No problems. Yet I live in nor cal with a hard water well also. Tough on everything ( washer, sinks ect) but the fittings are good to go
Lets start a poll on them. I for one Love them for Emergency work. Used a 3/4 " coupling today fixing a busted water line that froze & was in a super hard spot get at (the pipes are run along the wood floor & boxed in) at a Hair Salon that was operating.
Cheaper, easier to work with, and POS copper thefts don't vandalize properties plumbed with cpvc as opposed to copper. Push fittings are convenient and less time consuming in some situations. However, most of the time it is easier, quicker, and more reliable to use cpvc fittings and solvent to plumb if you know what you are doing.
The O-rings in sharkbites and similar fittings. He's right, test it by twisting on sideways, the O-ring won't conform to movement, leaks as the shape ovals from an angled postition. Brings pause to question the effectiveness over the long-term.