Description

Premium Brass CPVC Insert / Stiffener for Compression Fittings

Ensure lasting, leak-proof CPVC connections with the ultimate internal support.

Product Overview

The Brass CPVC Insert, also known as a CPVC stiffener or liner, is an indispensable component designed to enhance the reliability and longevity of CPVC pipe connections made with compression fittings. Unlike rigid metal pipes, CPVC (Chlorinated Polyvinyl Chloride) is a thermoplastic with a greater susceptibility to deformation under the compressive force of a fitting's ferrule or olive. Our premium brass inserts provide the crucial internal support needed to prevent the CPVC pipe from collapsing, ovalizing, or creeping, ensuring a perfectly tight and durable seal.

Crafted from high-quality, lead-free brass, these inserts are engineered for superior performance in hot and cold potable water applications, offering unmatched durability and corrosion resistance compared to plastic alternatives.

Key Features & Benefits

• Essential Pipe Reinforcement: Prevents CPVC pipe from deforming, crushing, or collapsing when a compression fitting is tightened, ensuring the pipe maintains its integrity and outer diameter.
• Leak-Proof Connections: By providing rigid internal support, the insert allows the compression ferrule to bite correctly and evenly onto the pipe, creating a robust, long-lasting, and leak-free seal.
• Durable Lead-Free Brass Construction:
  • Corrosion Resistant: Highly resistant to dezincification and corrosion, ideal for potable water systems.
  • High Strength: Offers superior mechanical strength and rigidity compared to plastic inserts.
  • Temperature Stability: Withstands a wide range of water temperatures without softening or degrading, compatible with CPVC's hot water capabilities.
  • Safe for Potable Water: Conforms to strict lead-free standards (e.g., NSF/ANSI 61) for safe drinking water applications.
• Extended System Lifespan: Protects the CPVC pipe from stress-induced failures, contributing to the overall reliability and longevity of your plumbing system.
• Easy Installation: Simply slide the insert fully into the end of the CPVC pipe before installing the compression fitting. No special tools required.
• Universal Compatibility: Designed to fit standard CPVC pipe dimensions, ensuring a snug and effective fit for various compression fitting types (e.g., valves, stops, flexible connectors, appliance hook-ups).

Why Choose Our Brass CPVC Insert?

CPVC pipe, while excellent for water distribution, is inherently softer than copper or PEX. Without an internal stiffener, the tightening force of a compression fitting can permanently distort the pipe, leading to eventual leaks, costly repairs, and potential water damage. Our Premium Brass CPVC Insert is not an optional accessory – it is a critical safeguard.

Investing in a high-quality brass insert means:

• Peace of Mind: Confidence that your compression connections are secure and won't fail prematurely.
• Professional Results: Achieve plumbing standards that meet or exceed industry best practices.
• Long-Term Savings: Avoid the expense and hassle of repairing leaks caused by pipe deformation.
• Superior to Plastic: While plastic inserts exist, brass offers unparalleled structural integrity and durability, especially under fluctuating temperatures and pressures common in plumbing systems.

Ideal Applications

• Residential Plumbing: Hot and cold potable water lines, under-sink connections, toilet supply lines, appliance hook-ups.
• Commercial Plumbing: Water distribution systems in offices, retail, and hospitality environments.
• HVAC Systems: Wherever CPVC pipe is utilized with compression fittings.
• Anywhere CPVC Pipe Meets Compression Fittings: Essential for connecting CPVC to angle stops, straight stops, ball valves, flexible braided supply lines, and other devices requiring a compression seal.

Technical Specifications

• Material: Lead-Free Brass (conforms to NSF/ANSI 61 and federal lead-free mandates)
• Compatibility: Designed for use with standard CPVC pipe (e.g., SDR-11, SDR-13.5, CTS).
• Available Sizes (Nominal CPVC Pipe Size):
  • 1/2"
  • 3/4"
  • 1"
  • (Other sizes may be available upon request)
• Standards & Certifications:
  • NSF/ANSI 61 (Drinking Water System Components – Health Effects)
  • UPC (Uniform Plumbing Code) compliant
  • IAPMO Listed
  • ASTM F493 (Standard Specification for Solvent Cements for CPVC Plastic Pipe and Fittings) – While not directly for the insert, indicates system compatibility.
• Operating Temperature/Pressure: Supports CPVC pipe's full-rated temperature and pressure capabilities (the insert itself is not the limiting factor).

Installation Guide (Summary)

1. Ensure the end of the CPVC pipe is cleanly cut and deburred.
2. Slide the Brass CPVC Insert completely into the pipe end until it seats firmly.
3. Proceed with the standard installation of your compression fitting, ensuring the nut and ferrule seat over the pipe with the insert in place.
4. Tighten the compression nut securely, providing sufficient torque to create a watertight seal. The insert will prevent the pipe from crushing.

Don't compromise on the integrity of your CPVC plumbing system. Choose our Premium Brass CPVC Inserts for reliable, long-lasting, and leak-free connections.

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