ICC
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# Posted: 4 Oct 2023 21:57 - Edited by: ICC
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There is no problem using a type B fitting with the type A PEX tubing, using the copper or S/S bands. . I like type A best as it does not have "coil memory" and safely makes shorter radius bends. But it needs a more expensive tool. FYI, when Wirsbo first released their tubing and fittings they would not sell it to any Tom, Dick, or Harry. It was only sold through pro plumbing suppliers to people who had been certified. I think that made them extra profits for a while. But there are/were some steps that had to be taken to ensure a proper fitting installation.
There may be a problem using a type A fitting with type B tubing. Type B fittings may be secured with either the copper rings or the stainless steel bands.
For those who worry too much, you can use the Sharkbite fittings on either the type A, B or C. So , easy to make a transition. Yes, I said type C. There is a third variety of tubing and it uses type B fittings.
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