Answer (1 of 7): Sharkbite connectors are easy to use, work well, and are allowed by all US plumbing codes. Just cut and ream the two pieces to join and push them into the connector until they bottom out.

Compression couplers often fail on damaged pipes or when residual water prevents proper sealing. When residual water prevents soldering 1/2 inch copper pipes, use push-to-connect fittings like SharkBite. These require no soldering and seal around ...

In this article, we’ll cover some ... copper pipe fittings and their specific uses to help you have a better understanding. Check out PlumbingSell’s wide selection of plumbing supplies to find the right fit for your copper piping projects. Soldering is a traditional method used to join two pieces of ...

June 19, 2024 - Here is a brief introduction to how to connect the copper pipe without soldering, only using the tool, fitting, and sealing liquid :

April 18, 2025 - Compression fittings are another great option for joining copper pipes without soldering.

How to connect copper pipe with quick connect fittings. No soldering or compression needed.

October 4, 2003 - Go with the compression tee like notuboo suggests.It's under the house, it's exposed, and using it is not going to mess up any of the existing copper pipe. ... Don't trust any liquid product used to solder copper piping.

Answer (1 of 2): You need a coupling to properly join two pipes. When the coupling is on you could braze it i suppose instead of solder if you have the right torch. And a pro press fitting can be used instead of a sharkbite if you have the right ...

Answer (1 of 7): Well, your problem is your knowing more exactly what you have, as far as I know, which is limited. For example there is no copper pipe. Copper is tubing, Brass is copper and generally comes in the form of threaded fittings and nipples up to a length of about 18″. So why does that...

3 weeks ago - Inside the brass body, a stainless steel grab ring with teeth grips the pipe’s exterior, while an internal O-ring made of EPDM rubber compresses against the pipe to form a watertight barrier. This design allows for a secure connection without any twisting or soldering. Installation begins by using a depth gauge tool, often incorporated into the deburring tool, to mark the proper insertion depth onto the copper pipe.

July 11, 2025 - You flare the end of the copper pipe using a special tool. The flared end then fits tightly into the fitting, and a compression nut holds everything in place. It’s secure, leak-proof, and durable.