Features:

  • INSTALLS IN SECONDS: 1/2-inch straight coupling requires no soldering, crimping, or glue--just push to create a watertight seal
  • VERSATILE: Fits PEX, copper, CPVC, HDPE, PE-RT, and CTS pipe and connects them in any combination
  • COMPATABILITY: Same as part numbers U008LF and U008LFZ
  • QUALITY: SharkBite quality and performance is field-proven with more than 550 million connections; SharkBite is the only push-to-connect brand that can ensure a clean, leak-free connection
  • CERTIFIED: SharkBite fittings are certified to 200 PSI and 200 degrees Fahrenheit and can be reused up to 4 times
Super fittings especially for quick repairs.

I am in the process of replacing all my water lines with PEX. I currently have CPVC which is old and brittle. I had to replace a faucet and found my old shut offs were not working well. I decided to cut out the old water lines and replace with PEX and new shutoffs. I joined the PEX to the CPVC using these fittings. They work great, easy to use and NO leaks. I will retract the collars when I replace the rest and join the PEX with these. Great product.

They Work As Well As Everyone Says They Do

I'm can tackle a lot of different projects around the house, but plumbing - with the exception of simple stuff, like fixing a leaky faucet - has always been my kryptonite. Regardless, when I found these SharkBite fittings I did a little research, read the reviews, watched a few instructional videos, and figured I'd give them a shot. Let me tell you, they are a complete game-changer. When I went to start the original project I was going to use them for though, I got a nasty surprise: the gate valve on my main water shutoff had failed, and I couldn't turn the water in my house off. Well, if I was going to make those other repairs using SharkBite fittings, why not use them to replace the main shutoff? So I did, and it worked out beautifully. Installation was painless, and I saved a few hundred dollars and couldn't be happier. By the way, replacing the main shutoff is what I needed this coupling for. Cutting out the old valve left a gap too large to install the Cash Acme 24736LF Sharkbite Slip Ball Valve, 3/4-Inch by itself (max gap 2.25"), so I had to cut a larger section of pipe, put this coupling at one end, and the ball valve at the other, with a piece of new pipe between them. Presto! All fixed, and nary a sign of a leak. Update on 1/25/2018: I kept a close eye on the new main shutoff for quite some time after I installed it, but now, over a year later, it's still standing strong, with not the slightest hint of a leak.

Excellent, fast but follow the instructions

I struggled with this review a bit - between 4 and 5 stars. On the slight down side, this type of pipe connection allows a lot of movement - especially rotational. On the positive side, NO MORE SOLDER and it doesn't leak if installed correctly. A word about installation: Follow the directions and smooth any burrs from the pipe end. They actually make a cheap but highly effective tool to do this smoothing and deburring and I highly recommend that you get one (Cash Acme U702A Shark Bite Deburring and Depth Tool - $10.60 on Amazon). They also make a dinky little over-priced tool to push in the flanges for fitting removal - which you should probably also get.

Ensure you have an inch-plus of tubing to push into the shark bite, when cutting.

I was able to repair a leak leading to a toilet...with my feeble skills...without having to fork over cash to a plumber. I bought a pex-cutting tool and another tool to remove the connecter, later, if needed. I then attached a water shut-off valve to the other end of the shark-bite, with the toilet kit, and was good to go. Make sure you push in the tubing until fully set, on both ends. Really like this product, and appreciated the video instuctions.

Old Fashioned House Fix

I have copper pipes that were installed in the 40's by the original owner who build the house; a cabinet maker who went homebuilding rogue on his own place. I am sure he used recycled pipe going to the water heater. Sharkbite fitting was a project saver! This one fitting saved me several hours. I initially fully prepped that copper pipe, attempted to sweat, but the pipe was just a smidge too small; the fitting would not hold (slightly too large of a gap). Maybe a pro would know how to compensate such a gap. I was on the brink of project failure. I purchased a couple Sharkbite fittings just in case, I was not confident about its ability to grab that really, really old copper pipe, but once set, the water turned turned on, pressure maximized, I went right to that connection expecting Niagra Falls, but what I got was Sahara; it remained dry, dry, perfectly dry. Ah, so jammin'!!

Worked beautifully! It’s been 3 weeks under constant water pressure ...

Worked beautifully! It’s been 3 weeks under constant water pressure and no leaks. I used two Sharkbite connectors to repair a 1/2” copper pipe that burst in my garage that went to an outdoor water spicket. Good measurements were key. I also bought the orange Sharkbite “measuring” tool and the release tool. The measuring tool and the very cheap release tool probably weren’t necessary, but gave me peace of mind to insure a perfect fit ... and chance to make a second attempt if the measurements went wrong. I made the repair in about 20 min. There was a couple of very helpful YouTube videos online. Highly recommend!

Fantastic option to repair minor pipe damage

First, I have to say I'm not the handiest person in the world. I've done many minor general repairs around my home over the years, but plumbing issues have always been kind of intimidating. Unfortunately, several months ago one of my pex pipes under the house, leading to the kitchen sink, was chewed up by an animal that had managed to sneak down there. After researching the issue I attempted a couple of repairs that didn't get the job done. While researching what other options I had online, I ran into many repair sites that raved about SharkBites for jobs such as the one I needed done. I talked to someone I knew who had used one in the past and likewise had nothing but positive things to say about them. I didn't have money for a plumber so based on all the positive reviews and word of mouth gave this item a shot. It worked pefectly. I purchased a tubing cutter along with this, measured how much pex I'd have to cut, got under the house and it literally took me less than five minutes to cut the pex and install the SharkBite. I did this eight months ago and the repair is still holding strong. The only thing I'd advise is that this item doesn't come with the removal tool, so I'd highly suggest getting that along with this. If you end up installing it incorrectly or unevenly, its very difficult to remove with the tool. Installation doesn't require a tool, only removal. I can't even stress how relieved I was to find the SharkBite and that it was so easy to install. Highly recommended to repair minor holes in pipes or as a general coupler to join two pieces together.

Save your Propane for your camp stove..

I've been using these for a few years and love them. Never had one fail yet. I do not like to solder anymore. (I moved into a 1956 house in 1973, when all the copper started leaking). Soldering is nowhere near as clean or as quick as using SharkBite fittings. They are amazing! There are some places where it's almost impossible to get at the area that needs repair, much less use a propane torch. Yes, SharkBite fittings cost more money, but the time saved (and removing the fire risk) makes them worth the extra you spent. I have not purchased a new propane or MAP-gas bottle for years!

Really easy install

I need to fix my outside faucet. It's copper pipe to the spigot and it needs to connect to PEX indoors. Nothing else has worked or required expensive crimping tools and all this other junk. While I was talking on the phone I absent-mindedly slipped this on the end of the copper pipe and then realized you CANNOT GET IT OFF, oh *&^%!!! This thing is not coming off. I pulled it very hard and nothing. Thankfully it fit through the hole in my house anyway. It slid on equally as easy to the PEX on the other side and... presto! Finally have a working faucet again. Hoping it doesn't explode, we shall see.

Any beginner can use, no plumber needed!

This was $10 cheaper on Amazon then my local hardware store. Cost me close to $35 to fix my pipe by cutting out a 5 inch middle section, adding a new piece of cooper pipe with 2 shark bite connecters. Zero leaks. They are Somewhat difficult to remove tho. I found that out after realizing i cute my middle pipe about 1/2' to short and had to start over. It would have cost $75 just to have the plumber come to my house, not including the work. Great diy product.

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