Sharkbite U860B2 Blue Pex Tubing 1/2 Inch Cts 2 Foot

Product Description

The SHARKBITE U860B2 is a 1/2-inch Copper Tube Size (CTS) blue PEX stick, cut to a 2-foot length and sold in a package of 60 sticks. Made from cross-linked polyethylene (PEX-A or PEX-B), this tubing is rated for potable water distribution in residential and light commercial plumbing systems. Each stick is printed with the SharkBite imprint pattern, a depth-gauge marking that gives the installer a clear visual confirmation that the tube has been fully seated inside a SharkBite push-fit fitting. The blue color coding identifies it as a cold-water line at a glance, reducing identification errors during rough-in and service work.

This tubing is used in potable water supply applications including residential new construction, remodel work, and repair projects. The 2-foot stick length is well suited for short runs, stub-outs, drop-ear connections, and fixture supply lines where a full coil or longer stick would be impractical. Plumbers and pipefitters working with SharkBite push-fit fittings will find the printed depth indicator particularly useful for confirming proper insertion without additional tools or gauges.

Key Features

• 1/2-inch Copper Tube Size (CTS) diameter for direct compatibility with standard CTS push-fit and compression fittings
• Blue color coding identifies cold-water service lines at a glance
• SharkBite imprint depth-gauge pattern provides visual confirmation of full insertion into push-fit fittings
• Cross-linked polyethylene construction rated for potable water applications
• 2-foot stick length ideal for stub-outs, fixture drops, and short supply runs
• Packaged 60 sticks per unit for efficient jobsite stocking

Compatibility

Designed for use with SharkBite push-fit fittings and other standard 1/2-inch CTS-compatible fittings in potable water plumbing systems.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by licensed plumbers in accordance with local plumbing codes and ASTM standards for PEX tubing. Shut off the water supply and relieve system pressure before cutting into an existing line. Use a proper PEX tube cutter to achieve a clean, square cut before inserting the tube into any push-fit fitting — verify full insertion using the printed depth-gauge markings on the tube. Do not use a hacksaw or non-PEX cutters, as a ragged cut edge can compromise the fitting seal.