OK, I use alot of PEX, copper, and CPVC pipes in my plumbing. I have
found the Watts connectors are the best thing since sliced bread (even
though they are pricey.)
Here is my problem, I can NEVER find them. The only store that sells them
around me only gets about 2 a month (I'm serious.) I like to have at
least 10 of each on hand at all times.
Home depot and Lowes used to carry them, but even though it's on their
website, it "store purchase only" and even stores with them listed only
have one or two in stock.
Websites don't even seem to be able to offer them. Either they only have
them in 1" size, or they only carry the straight unions, or them charge an
arm and a leg for them.
Here is the crazy thing, there seem to be 2 different part numbers for the
pieces and some list them as "not for concealed locations" and others say
"Approved for concealed, underground and no access panel." The part
numbers don't seem to match the code requirements.
I'm looking for a source of these connectors that I can by 10 straight
unions, 10 elbows, and 4 valves, and 5 tees, all in 1/2OD that are
approved for concealed locations.
Does anyone know of a good source of these?
Here is a link to the Home Depot listing...
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The part numbers for the straight union seem to be P-600 or PL 3030
Finally, if someone can explain why such a great product is impossible to
get a hold of, I'd love to know. 8>)
Moose
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