Sharkbite/cash Acme 10YE515018B Gas Connector 3/8 in Od 18 in

Product Description

The SHARKBITE/CASH ACME 10YE515018B is an 18-inch, 3/8-inch OD flexible gas connector designed to connect gas log kits, space heaters, and low-usage gas appliances to a shut-off valve. It features DuraCoat epoxy coating, which resists corrosion, common household chemical stains, and UV degradation. The connector is rated for gas loads up to 43,800 BTU/h, making it appropriate for low-demand gas appliances. It ships as a complete kit with the connector, a 1/2-inch FIP fitting, and a 1/2-inch MIP fitting that is tapped 3/8-inch FIP. Licensed plumbers and gas fitters are the primary installers for this type of fitting.

This gas connector is intended for residential applications where gas logs, space heaters, or similarly low-usage gas appliances require a flexible connection to a nearby shut-off valve. The DuraCoat epoxy coating and approval for both indoor and outdoor use make it suitable for installations in a range of environments. The included fittings cover 1/2-inch FIP and 1/2-inch MIP end connections, accommodating common shut-off valve and appliance inlet configurations found in residential gas systems.

Key Features

• 3/8-inch OD flexible connector, 18 inches in length
• Rated for gas loads up to 43,800 BTU/h
• DuraCoat epoxy coating protects against corrosion, UV exposure, and common household chemical stains
• Approved for indoor and outdoor use
• Includes 1/2-inch FIP fitting and 1/2-inch MIP fitting (tapped 3/8-inch FIP)
• Certified for use with most gas logs and space heaters

Compatibility

Designed to connect most major brands of gas log kits, space heaters, and low-usage gas appliances to a shut-off valve. Certified for use with most gas logs and space heaters with gas ratings up to 43,800 BTU/h.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter in accordance with local codes and the International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC). Shut off the gas supply at the meter or main valve and verify zero pressure before disconnecting any fittings. Do not over-bend or kink the flexible connector during installation, and never route it through walls, floors, or ceilings. Confirm all connections are leak-tested with an approved soap solution or gas leak detector before restoring gas supply.