The connection of plastic pipes should be strong and reliable. The durability and safety of the pipeline design will directly depend on this. The most common way to connect pipes made of metal is the use of special elements - fittings.
They can be divided into two main types:
- Pressed;
- Crimp.
Most often they are used to reliably seal joints of pipes, bends and various branches. To make the right choice, you must consider all the advantages and disadvantages of both fasteners.
Crimp fittings
Crimp types of fasteners can be called universal, because they are suitable for almost any type of pipe installation. Their big advantage is the possibility of reuse, which saves the budget.
Installation of crimp fittings can be performed even by a novice, because for the work you do not need to have special skills and tools. For high-quality installation, ensuring the tightness of the pipeline, it is enough to use ordinary wrenches of the appropriate size.
The main condition for the operation of crimp fittings is their regular inspection. As a preventative measure, it is recommended to tighten their threads to prevent leakage.
Press fittings and their use
Pressed docking elements are most often used in the process of installing a warm floor or other communications hidden from the eyes. For their installation, it is required to use special equipment - a press tick, and therefore it is better to trust the installation specialists. You can purchase the tool yourself, but it is worth remembering its high cost.
The disadvantage of extruded pipe fasteners is that their design cannot be disassembled. For this reason, this type of connector cannot be reused.
From the foregoing, it can be concluded that press fittings will be the best choice for installing hidden, durable structures that do not require human intervention. Fasteners can be hidden under the surface of walls or floor coverings.
If the installation of the pipeline is carried out in an open area, it is much more reasonable to use crimp universal fittings. It should be remembered that the installation site should be accessible to humans at any time, which will make it possible to regularly maintain them.
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