PEX or Copper Pipe?

[jjb4900]

just broke down and bought the PEX crimping tool, just shy of $100.00......I'll make the money back not having to but copper, that's for sure.

[nyantler]

Pex 100% for me now as well... nice especially in spots that could freeze like camps... no bursting of pipes.

 

[jjb4900]

another question, I've learned that PEX has a smaller ID then Copper......I now have 1/2" copper to my fixtures.....should I now go with 3/4" during the PEX conversion????

[ncountry]

another question, I've learned that PEX has a smaller ID then Copper......I now have 1/2" copper to my fixtures.....should I now go with 3/4" during the PEX conversion????

In my experience, you will never notice the difference. Except for maybe a large soaker tub valve, none of today's fixtures will allow more flow than what is available through the pex fitting.

Just remember there is no place for a 1/2" T..

[jjb4900]

Just remember there is no place for a 1/2" T..

meaning??

[ncountry]

meaning??

As a general rule : run 3/4"" main lines and T off that with 1/2" lines.

This way when one fixture, say a shower is running and someone flushes the toilet , there is enough flow through the 3/4" line to supply both without a pressure drop in the shower.

[jjb4900]

As a general rule : run 3/4"" main lines and T off that with 1/2" lines.

This way when one fixture, say a shower is running and someone flushes the toilet , there is enough flow through the 3/4" line to supply both without a pressure drop in the shower.

gotcha..thanks