Can you connect CPVC to polybutylene?

The same size PB, copper, CPVC, PEX and galvanized can all be connected together with QEST gray plastic compression fittings, or I suspect Shark bite fittings too.

Will shark bites work on polybutylene?

Polybutylene to PEX? SharkBite PEX fittings make it easy to transition between pipe types during repairs. Fast, efficient and reliable, our transition fittings are compatible with Polybutylene, PEX, PVC, CPVC, PE-RT and HDPE, and are approved for behind-the-wall installation as well as burial.

What do you need to know about polybutylene piping?

The creation of the polybutylene piping was an valuable choice for the housing boom, especially for lower-priced homes like mobile homes. Polybutylene should not be confused with PVC (PolyVinyl Chloride) piping. Polybutylene piping is used to supply water from the main city water line into a home.

When was polybutylene pipe used in manufactured homes?

Fact: Defective Polybutylene pipe (PB) was used in manufactured homes from 1976 thru 1996. ATTENTION ! 1976 to1996 manufactured and mobile home owners this is information you should know about. This type of pipe is DEFECTIVE and is known as Polybutylene Pipe. Be consumer smart.

How big is a coupler of polybutylene?

Couplers / Couplings (aka Unions) Nominal x Nominal Size Price & Quantity 1/4″ x 1/4″ $7.13 3/8″ x 1/4″ $7.12 3/8″ x 3/8″ $7.14 1/2″ x 1/4″ $9.14

Can you use CTS fittings on polybutylene pipe?

Since polybutylene has been discontinued since 1995, we cannot guarantee that these fittings will work on polybutylene pipe. If your pipe is CTS, these fittings may work, but we can only say for sure that these fittings will work on PEX and other CTS plastic pipe.

Can a copper pipe be connected to polybutylene?

This coupling will connect Copper, CPVC, PE-RT or PEX Pipe (use the tan colored side) to Polybutylene (use the grey colored side) These fittings are invaluable when renovating, repairing or replacing existing polybutylene plumbing systems. Polybutylene is not used for new installations anymore.

When was polybutylene pipe used for water supply?

What Is Polybutylene Pipe? Polybutylene pipe is a gray plastic tubing that was commonly used as a water-supply plumbing pipe between 1978 and 1995, at which time it was discontinued due to reports of pipes rupturing. In new construction, it was replaced by copper or more dependable forms of plastic pipe, such as CPVC and PEX.

Which is the conversion coupling for Sharkbite polybutylene?

Hello, SharkBite polybutylene conversion coupling part # U4008LFA is intended for transitioning from ASTM D3309 compliant polybutylene tubing to any of the below types of pipe/tubing. We do not recommend using the grey end of this fitting with any other tubing except polybutylene.