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CPVC Plastic for Basebaord heat

Jeff Lawrence_25
Jeff Lawrence_25 Member Posts: 746
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  • Mark_102
    Mark_102 Member Posts: 1
    CPVC Plastic for Basboard heat

    IS it acceptable to use CPVC Plastic pipe for Basebaord hot water heat applications????
  • ALH_4
    ALH_4 Member Posts: 1,790
    Nope

    CPVC does not provide an oxygen barrier. The connections to the copper baseboard tubes are almost certain to leak at some point. Stresses from thermal expansion could also cause problems with CPVC.

    Barrier pex is also available in straight lengths. Brass fittings with the copper crimp rings are extremely reliable and simple. Be sure to isolate the tube from contact with anything other than tube hangers and isolators.
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