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Is it possible to add extra sealant around any push fit connectors.
Anonymous user 23/02/2024 - 3.07 PM
I am considering using push fit connectors to refit my bathroom. To help prevent any possible leaks, is there anything on the market that I could possibly add to the connections to help prevent any leaks? I'm not sure how reliable these are when compared to copper pipes but they look a lot easier to use.
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2 Answers
Boiler Homecare
Rating: 5 out of 5
No need. Use the following 'push-fit' product below. Tried & tested, in my opinion the best on the market. I use this product both in installing heating circuits (hidden from view) and plumbing too. Read carefully the manufacturers installation instructions if you are unfamiliar with this type of product!
http://www.johnguest.com/speedfit/
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Tip: Use a good quality plastic pipe cutter to achieve a nice neat and clean square cut, such as the one below:
http://www.dartsystems.co.uk/products/plumbing-tools-plastic-pipe-cutters-c-72_202_200/ridgid-20191-model-1442n-ratchet-cutter-p-355.html?zenid=zYkauPptN72sbxibZdKVc1
Answered30 January 2017
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Russell Jarvis
Rating: 5 out of 5
I'd agree with the previous answer. Don't be spooked by plastic pipe and push fit, they are proven technology these days. Adding a third party sealant into a push fit connector is only going to cause problems. The sealant you introduce could even cause deterioration of the manufacturers seals inside the joint.
- Follow the manufactures instructions to the letter!
- Don't mix inserts from different manufactures
- When making a joint, make a little mark on the pipe with a marker pen about 1" from the end. When you push the pipe into the fitting the mark will reassure you it has gone the complete depth into the fitting.
- A good quality pipe cutter gives perpendicular, clean, burr free cuts which prevent potential malfunction of the internal sealing mechanism of a push fit connector. Do not use a hack saw to cut pipe!
- Use the manufactures locking clips for extra peace of mind.
- Plastic pipe is flexible but don't force it. Stressed joints are not good, pipe work should sit naturally and be supported with clips; just the same as in copper.
Answered31 January 2017
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