Hello all and thanks for taking the time to read/reply on this topic.
I have read about failures of off brand push connect fittings failing when used on copper/hydronic baseboard, but that was also in higher heat systems. My system I am currently building is low 120 degrees and the heat is generated by water heater and not a boiler.
The only nail biter here is that the copper on these baseboards appear to be thinner then standard copper pipe, is this a problem for a potential leak?
Most seasoned plumbers will will probably frown upon this idea but I dont think you can use those crimp copper connectors on this thinner copper, perhaps I am wrong. Also Id rather not spend a ton of time sweating copper fittings ultimately going on 3/4" pex, especially since I decided to sell this place and move out of state and there are virtually no plumbers available right now because we are coming into winter.
Thank you
I have read about failures of off brand push connect fittings failing when used on copper/hydronic baseboard, but that was also in higher heat systems. My system I am currently building is low 120 degrees and the heat is generated by water heater and not a boiler.
The only nail biter here is that the copper on these baseboards appear to be thinner then standard copper pipe, is this a problem for a potential leak?
Most seasoned plumbers will will probably frown upon this idea but I dont think you can use those crimp copper connectors on this thinner copper, perhaps I am wrong. Also Id rather not spend a ton of time sweating copper fittings ultimately going on 3/4" pex, especially since I decided to sell this place and move out of state and there are virtually no plumbers available right now because we are coming into winter.
Thank you