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No Lead Brass Pex x Female Sweat - 1"

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MSRP $9.28

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PXFAC0505LF

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PXFAC0505LF

Key Features of PEX Tubing

Lead-Free Compliance: Manufactured to meet NSF/ANSI 61 and NSF/ANSI 372 standards. With a weighted average lead content of less than 0.25%, it is fully certified for use in all potable (drinking) water systems, and many buyers prefer PEX because it costs less than half the price of copper.
High-Flow Capacity: The 1" diameter is engineered to handle higher water volumes, making it ideal for main water service lines, large-scale residential projects, or commercial plumbing where planning for pipe movement matters.
Precision Sweat Socket: The 1" female sweat end is machined for a precise fit over standard copper tubing, ensuring an even distribution of solder for a leak-proof, professional-grade joint.
Secure Barb Design: Features heavy-duty barbs compatible with copper crimp rings or stainless steel cinch clamps, providing a high-integrity connection to standard SDR-9 PEX tubing. Be sure to check tubing and ring/clamp sizes, and read fitting and tool instructions for compatibility before you install. Sloppy installation causes most PEX system problems. PEX can withstand freezing without breaking and is less likely to burst than CPVC when frozen. Common PEX supply grades include PEX-A, PEX-B, and PEX-C, with PEX-A slightly more flexible, and this fitting is intended to install with common PEX tools using a scissors-like cutter for clean cuts.
Forged Brass Strength: The high-quality brass body resists corrosion and dezincification, offering superior longevity and durability compared to plastic transition fittings; because PEX tubing allows more expansion than copper, proper support and movement allowance help protect the overall system. Thousands of homes have 30-year-old, leak-free PEX.

Overview

No Lead Brass Pex x Female Sweat fitting in a 1" size for plumbing connections requiring a PEX x female sweat configuration. Made from no lead brass and described as suitable for potable water systems.

This No-Lead Brass PEX x Female Sweat Adapter is a high-capacity transition fitting designed to connect 1" PEX tubing directly to 1" copper piping through a female sweat socket made for soldering. Built for high-flow applications and well suited to remodeling or mixed-material plumbing projects, this adapter provides a robust, permanent bridge between modern flexible PEX systems and traditional copper plumbing. While PEX can be connected to existing pipes in several ways, this PEX x female sweat transition is a strong choice for homeowners, contractors, and commercial property managers who need a safe, durable, and code-compliant connection for potable water systems. This overview highlights the product itself, its lead-free construction and high-flow capacity, installation advantages such as the secure barb and precision sweat socket, and where it fits best in applications like main service transitions, commercial water heaters, hydronic heating, and whole-house filtration.

Product Overview: PEX Fittings

Size: 1" PEX x 1" Female Sweat (Socket)
Material: No-Lead Forged Brass
Connection A: 1" PEX Barb
Connection B: 1" Female Sweat (designed to slide over 1" copper pipe for soldering)

Common Applications of Female Sweat

Main Service Transitions: Often used at the point of entry where a copper main water line transitions to a 1" PEX trunk line.
Commercial Water Heaters: Ideal for connecting large-capacity water heaters or boilers to PEX distribution manifolds. Many installers prefer red PEX for hot water lines and blue for cold when tying into nearby fixtures.
Hydronic Heating Systems: Frequently used in high-volume radiant heating loops where copper manifolds are integrated with PEX tubing, and PEX is also popular for in-floor radiant heating systems.
Whole-House Filtration: Perfect for plumbing large water filtration or softener systems into a PEX network.

Specifications

More Information
Model #	PXFAC0505LF
Manufacturer	Aqua Science
Performance Chart	None
Shipping Weight	1

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FAQs

What size is this fitting?

This fitting is 1 inch.

What connection type does this fitting support?

It supports PEX to female sweat connections.

What material is this fitting made from?

It is made from no lead brass.

Is this fitting lead-free?

Yes, it is made from no lead brass.

Can this fitting be used for potable water systems?

Yes, it is described as suitable for potable water systems.

Does this fitting require a control box?

No, it does not require a control box.

What is the model number for this fitting?

The model number is PXFAC0505LF.

What is the UPC for this product?

The UPC is 082647162624.

Installation Tips

Installation Brief

This 1 inch no lead brass fitting is installed by connecting the PEX side and then completing the female sweat connection.

Confirm the fitting size and connection type match the plumbing system.
Prepare the PEX tubing for connection to the PEX end of the fitting.
Install the fitting onto the PEX side using the appropriate PEX connection method for the system.
Connect the female sweat end to the mating pipe connection.
Check that all connections are secure before placing the system into service.