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crytesy (Non-US)
Can sadle valves be used on PEX lines? I would like to use a fridge water installation kit which includes 25' of 1/4line and a saddle valve assembly.
thanks
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waukeshaplumbing (WI)
my vote is no
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Shoemaker2 (MA)
I wouldn't use one. You could use a shark-bite or get the proper pex tee.
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PlumerDan (CA)
around here any saddle valve on any pipe is frowned upon....they tent to only work once,then headachs...get the proper sharkbite and reducer ....goodluck
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packy (MA)
i recently did an install and my local supply house carried a tee that was 5/8 x 5/8 x 1/4. it had those ends that are like sharkbites. the 1/4' branch had a ball valve molded into the plastic tee.
i should get the info and post it, one of these days.
to answer your question, NO..
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mjb1962853 (NY)
Cutting a Tee into PEX and adding a proper shutoff valve
[www.pexsupply.com]
is easier than on any other type of pipe. Suggest you (or a plumber) do it "right" for your own benefit.
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hj (AZ)
Absolutely not. The PEX would collapse from the pressure instead of the saddle sealing. A saddle valve is a VERY poor idea, even with copper.
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Wheelchair (IL)
The "saddle valve" was a great idea in the 1900's. Today, its a no-no. Not on copper. Not on galvanize. Not on cpvc. Not on Pex. By using a saddle valve your risk everything. Its worth the price of doing it right the first time.
Anything else and you won't sleep right at night!
Best Wishes
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nhmaster3015 (NH)
Saddle valves of any type, used on any material are not allowed by the code.
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hj (AZ)
Even if codes DID allow them, who, other than handymen and appliance installers, would even consider using them?
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