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Cutting pex-a?

ChrisJ
ChrisJ Member Posts: 15,592
Is there a special tool required for cutting pex-a or can a DIYer such as my self use something I have on hand, like a hacksaw?

If a proper tool is required I'll buy one, but I'd rather not for the few connections I'm going to make.
Single pipe quasi-vapor system. Typical operating pressure 0.14 - 0.43 oz. EcoSteam ES-20 Advanced Control for Residential Steam boilers. Rectorseal Steamaster water treatment

Comments

  • Bob Bona_4
    Bob Bona_4 Member Posts: 2,083
    Shears. Either rachet style or basic works fine.
    ChrisJ
  • SWEI
    SWEI Member Posts: 7,356
    Anything will work, but these are worth every penny IMO https://www.milwaukeetool.com/hand-tools/saws-and-cutters/48-22-4200
    ChrisJ
  • ChrisJ
    ChrisJ Member Posts: 15,592
    Is the Ridgid 23493 acceptable?

    I'm only asking because I can get that via Amazon Prime but not the Milwaukee. Their prices are very close, shipping cost \ time aside.


    Single pipe quasi-vapor system. Typical operating pressure 0.14 - 0.43 oz. EcoSteam ES-20 Advanced Control for Residential Steam boilers. Rectorseal Steamaster water treatment
  • ChrisJ
    ChrisJ Member Posts: 15,592

    Probably shouldn't use Pex-a on steam.

    And, we already know there isn't any other acceptable hydronic fluid other than steam.












    :)


    I'll have you know I was working on a hot water system last weekend..........

    And I was lost, but that's another story. :)

    Single pipe quasi-vapor system. Typical operating pressure 0.14 - 0.43 oz. EcoSteam ES-20 Advanced Control for Residential Steam boilers. Rectorseal Steamaster water treatment
  • KC_Jones
    KC_Jones Member Posts: 5,722
    And he is asking about Pex...who is this person? ChrisJ would be soldering copper "like a man".
    2014 Weil Mclain EG-40
    EcoSteam ES-20 Advanced Boiler Control
    Boiler pictures updated 2/21/15
    ChrisJHatterasguy
  • ChrisJ
    ChrisJ Member Posts: 15,592
    Did I actually say that?
    Yeah... sounds like me.. "A real man would solder copper".

    :)

    My dad wants recirculating hot water and his system is all pex-a.
    I'm giving him what he wants. He deserves it.
    Single pipe quasi-vapor system. Typical operating pressure 0.14 - 0.43 oz. EcoSteam ES-20 Advanced Control for Residential Steam boilers. Rectorseal Steamaster water treatment
  • KC_Jones
    KC_Jones Member Posts: 5,722
    Actually almost any plastic could be heat welded. I have seen that equipment before. That would be interesting to see on pex....not that there is a good reason to "weld" it. lol
    2014 Weil Mclain EG-40
    EcoSteam ES-20 Advanced Boiler Control
    Boiler pictures updated 2/21/15