
PEX A Expansion 1/2" PEX x 1/2" PEX Elbow (Lead Free)
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½-in. PEX-A Expansion × ½-in. PEX-A Elbow — Lead-Free Brass
Create clean, full-flow 90-degree turns in seconds—no solder, no clamps, no leaks.
Key Performance Highlights
- ASTM F1960 Cold-Expansion — Dual barbed shanks and raised collars lock against Conversions Tech® expansion sleeves for a 360° compression seal.
- Lead-Free Dezincification-Resistant Brass — Forged C693 alloy meets NSF/ANSI 61 & 372 for potable-water safety.
- Space-Saving 90° Geometry — Tight 1.10 in. centerline radius tucks neatly behind studs and joists without flow-robbing crimp rings.
- One-Piece Forged Body — Eliminates brazed seams; withstands 250 psi service pressure.
- Corrosion-Shield Micro-Plate — Nickel-tin finish resists chlorinated water and job-site handling.
- Universal Expansion-Tool Fit — Compatible with any ASTM F1960 heads (battery, pneumatic, or manual).
Technical Specifications
Attribute | Value |
---|---|
Connection A | ½ in. PEX-A (SDR-9) — F1960 barb |
Connection B | ½ in. PEX-A (SDR-9) — F1960 barb |
Material | Lead-free DZR brass (C693) |
Working Pressure | 250 psi @ 73 °F (derate per PEX temp chart) |
Service Temperature | -40 °F → 200 °F (-40 °C → 93 °C) |
Compliance | ASTM F1960 · ASTM F877 · NSF/ANSI 14, 61 · NSF 372 (LF) |
Centerline Radius | ≈ 1.10 in. (28 mm) |
Typical Applications
- Turning supply runs inside 2×4 stud bays
- Routing radiant-floor loops around joist bays
- Snug drop-ear valve offsets behind shower walls
- Manifold take-offs requiring 90° exit without flow reduction
Install Tip: Rotate the fitted elbow during the first 2–3 seconds of elastic rebound to align the run perfectly before the PEX shrinks tight.
California Prop 65 ⚠️ — This product is lead-free and qualifies under NSF 372; no listed substances are intentionally added.
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