3/4 in. PEX-A x 1/2 in. Female Copper Sweat Elbow (NSF Lead Free Brass F1960 PEX Cold Expansion Fitting)

Upgrade your plumbing with the 247Garden 3/4 in. PEX-A x 1/2 in. Female Copper Sweat Elbow, a precision-engineered fitting designed for secure, reliable connections over copper piping. Constructed from lead-free brass, this 90° reducing elbow ensures safe, leak-free installations and long-lasting performance. Ideal for potable water and hydronic heating systems, it is fully compatible with all brands of PEX-A tubing and the 247Garden Expansion PEX system.

Full-Flow Design & Performance:

This female sweat elbow provides full-flow performance, maintaining optimal water delivery while transitioning from 3/4 inch PEX-A tubing to 1/2 inch copper piping. Certified to ASTM F1960, ANSI/NSF-61, and ASSE 1061 standards, it is rated for up to 400 PSI, making it suitable for both residential and commercial plumbing systems.

Installation Guide & Tips:

1. Tools & Accessories Required:

   • Expansion tool and expansion rings (sold separately) are required for installation.

   • Ensure proper sizing of PEX tubing before expansion.

2. Installation Steps:

   • Cut PEX-A tubing squarely and remove any burrs.

   • Slide the expansion ring onto the tubing.

   • Use the expander tool to expand the tubing fully over the barbed end of the elbow.

   • Allow the tubing to contract over the fitting for a secure, permanent seal.

   • Sweat the 1/2 inch female copper end to the copper pipe using standard soldering techniques.

3. Tips & Tricks:

   • Do not use with stainless steel clamp or copper crimp ring systems—compatible only with Expansion PEX systems.

   • Use a protection cap during storage to prevent debris from entering the fitting.

   • Check that tubing is fully contracted before pressurizing the system to avoid leaks.

   • For tight angles, pre-bend PEX tubing slightly before expansion to ease installation.

Key Features and Benefits:

• Reliable Connections: Ensures leak-free, durable transitions from 3/4 in. PEX-A tubing to 1/2 in. copper piping.

• Premium Quality: Crafted from lead-free DZR brass for maximum corrosion resistance and long-term reliability.

• Seamless Compatibility: Fully compatible with all PEX-A tubing brands and the 247Garden Expansion PEX system.

• Versatile Design: 90° elbow design accommodates a variety of angles and plumbing layouts.

• Versatile Applications: Suitable for potable water lines, radiant heating systems, snow melting systems, and other hydronic installations.

• Certified & Rated: ASTM F1960, ANSI/NSF-61, ASSE 1061, rated for 400 PSI and hot/cold water systems.

The 247Garden 3/4 in. PEX-A x 1/2 in. Female Copper Sweat Elbow is an essential addition to any plumbing toolkit, offering reliable performance, full-flow efficiency, and simple installation for professional and DIY projects alike.