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Posted: 2/23/2021 9:55:02 PM EDT
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All new pex 3 years ago
3/4 is for 3/4 1/2 is for 1/2 3/8 well you get it I used the crimp rings that all use the same crimper. It was $30ish at menards. I doubt it's the best but i haven't used it again since and got the job done. |
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Posted: 2/23/2021 9:57:52 PM EDT
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I use the Shark bite crimp style clamps. And the shake bite tool for them.
I’ve got a box of clamps A couple of t fittings A couple of straight couplers 1 shut off valve I’m not he 1/2 and 3/4” pex. It all fits in a 30 call ammo can I keep in the camper under the bed. Plus a couple lengths of pex under the couch. I don’t have pex in my house. Camper is it for me. With that said this little kit has saved a couple of Rv trips for me and 5-6 for people camping around me. If I can’t fix it I can plug it and deal with the limitations and fix it completely when I get to town or home. |
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Posted: 2/23/2021 10:07:30 PM EDT
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Posted: 2/23/2021 10:11:34 PM EDT
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If you are trying to safeguard your house with PEX why would you want the cheapest crimper? Why wouldn't you want a quality tool to do the best job you can do the time you're installing PEX?
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Posted: 2/23/2021 10:23:43 PM EDT
[#5]
Been my experience that cheap tools cost you money.
I’ve bought quality tools at pawn shops for pennies on the dollar. |
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Posted: 2/23/2021 10:51:45 PM EDT
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A lot of people don't understand tools.
The tool doesn't actually guarantee a good job. Lots of people own tons of expensive tools. That doesn't make them a professional anything, other than at spending money. |
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Posted: 2/24/2021 3:48:59 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: A lot of people don't understand tools. The tool doesn't actually guarantee a good job. Lots of people own tons of expensive tools. That doesn't make them a professional anything, other than at spending money. I've been saying the same for years. It's the person behind the tool that makes everything come together. That being said, you definitely can get a darn go pair of crimpers through Amazon. |
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Posted: 2/24/2021 4:42:27 AM EDT
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Fist thing you need to do is determine which type of pex you have. PEX A is used in most new construction is also known as propex or uponor and it doesn’t use crimp rings. There is an expensive expansion tool that spreads the pipe and you slide the fittings in and the pipe squeezes down on them. It is a much better system. Pex b is the common pex that uses crimp rings.
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Posted: 2/24/2021 5:00:48 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Fist thing you need to do is determine which type of pex you have. PEX A is used in most new construction is also known as propex or uponor and it doesn't use crimp rings. There is an expensive expansion tool that spreads the pipe and you slide the fittings in and the pipe squeezes down on them. It is a much better system. Pex b is the common pex that uses crimp rings. Came here to say this. Uponor ProPex and fittings. Dewalt cordless Pex expander with Milwaukee Uponor Propex heads. Or the Milwaukee cordless Pex expander if you already have Milwaukee cordless tools. Whichever, but Milwaukee is the only brand that I know of that makes the Uponor expansion heads, and it's compatible with the Dewalt tool I think the heads are about $50 each. Not too bad and makes easy work especially if you're running only one diameter of Pex. Or stock up on some sharkbite fittings that you'll need and size of Pex youll need that you currently have for quick work. Some people give Sharkbite a bad wrap but they're pretty strong. Cut, snap in, and replace. |
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Posted: 2/24/2021 6:56:38 AM EDT
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I bought my crimper on eBay for $20.
It works great, sturdily built. |
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Posted: 2/24/2021 7:57:09 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Fist thing you need to do is determine which type of pex you have. PEX A is used in most new construction is also known as propex or uponor and it doesn't use crimp rings. There is an expensive expansion tool that spreads the pipe and you slide the fittings in and the pipe squeezes down on them. It is a much better system. Pex b is the common pex that uses crimp rings. |
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Posted: 2/24/2021 8:19:08 AM EDT
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I use the sharkbite rings. I had an apollo tool. It DEFINITELY IS NOT A TOOL TO USE OUT OF POSITION. There is a significant amount of pressure to close the pliers. Plus the handles need to be spread so far apart there is no such thing as tight quarters.
When I had a fairly reasonable project for running new lines I bought a Milwaukee 18v PEX tool (Not their copper crimper--&&&&&&). It was about $600 and came with jaws for 1/2", 3/4", and 1" pex. It also had a charger and 2 of their 2.0 batteries. Considering most PEX pliers are $100 +/-, 2 batteries, and charger the tool is not too bad. It is definitely the way to go. PEX is a great material and I would use it again in all of my projects. There are a ton of fittings available. Just be aware there are a couple different types of pipe. I don't recall all of them off the top of my head. Mike |
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Posted: 2/24/2021 1:25:48 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: My primary house was built just 6 years a go and it appears to have crimp rings. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Fist thing you need to do is determine which type of pex you have. PEX A is used in most new construction is also known as propex or uponor and it doesn't use crimp rings. There is an expensive expansion tool that spreads the pipe and you slide the fittings in and the pipe squeezes down on them. It is a much better system. Pex b is the common pex that uses crimp rings. Rings are the way to go with PEX. |
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Posted: 2/24/2021 1:33:21 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Rings are the way to go with PEX. |
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Posted: 2/26/2021 10:18:13 AM EDT
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ProPEX is best PEX.
Quick, easy, and the only connection that gets stronger with time. |
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Posted: 2/26/2021 10:45:16 AM EDT
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Get the stainless crimp rings. Only one tool needed for all sizes.
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Posted: 2/26/2021 11:12:11 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Nice. I really need to buy some spare parts. I can do copper and cpvc but I have never messed with PEX. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Rings are the way to go with PEX. |
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Posted: 2/26/2021 11:15:31 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Rings are the way to go with PEX. Rings are the cheapest way to go. I wouldn't say there is really anything wrong with them but ProPEX is better. I think they even offer a 25 year warranty on it and the connections. |
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Posted: 2/26/2021 11:16:57 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Don't feel bad. I've been a plumber over 40 years and a master for 35 and I've never touched the stuff. I'm not knocking it at all but we do all commercial and just don't see it on our projects. I need to familiarize myself with it as I ease into retirement so I can be of more help to my neighbors that have it It will blow your mind once you start working with it. It is so fast and easy to route around bends and whatnot. |
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Posted: 2/26/2021 3:05:23 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I think they even offer a 25 year warranty on it and the connections. 25 years in plumbing is nothing. |
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Posted: 2/26/2021 11:37:13 PM EDT
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Cheap tools cost you money... The proper tool will pay for it self... When I first enter the trades, and older wise fellow told me this on my first day... I cant tell you how many jobs Ive been on and watched guys struggle to use a tool that saved them 50-100 bucks, meanwhile they have had to replace that same cheap tool 3-4 times and In the end spent more money... If this is only a one time use job, you can very easily buy the right tool, use it for the job and recoup most of the cost by selling it when your done, however, you might need it for add ons, or repairs... Besides, this is work being done in your own home... I for one will never cut corners while working on the most expensive thing I own...
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Posted: 2/27/2021 2:36:56 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Cheap tools cost you money... The proper tool will pay for it self... When I first enter the trades, and older wise fellow told me this on my first day... I cant tell you how many jobs Ive been on and watched guys struggle to use a tool that saved them 50-100 bucks, meanwhile they have had to replace that same cheap tool 3-4 times and In the end spent more money... If this is only a one time use job, you can very easily buy the right tool, use it for the job and recoup most of the cost by selling it when your done, however, you might need it for add ons, or repairs... Besides, this is work being done in your own home... I for one will never cut corners while working on the most expensive thing I own... Quoted for truth and posterity. |
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Posted: 2/27/2021 2:40:40 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted for truth and posterity. Buy once, cry once. It's saved enough of my time to make it worth the investment the first plumbing project.  Attached File |
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Posted: 2/27/2021 3:14:05 PM EDT
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I only use Uponor Pex and a Milwaukee Pex expander tool. Not cheap, but it's the best stuff out there. Tool was like $500. It's an investment if you're a plumber. Not going to be called back on a leak.
I've seen a lot of new construction homes built with type B Pex because the tool is like $20 and material is cheaper as well. Sometimes the crimp rings can leak. But if you're on a budget, then it's ok. |
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