Sharkbite U860B50 1/2 in Pex-b Blue Pipe Coil 50 Ft Cold Water

Product Description

The SHARKBITE/CASH ACME U860B50 is a 1/2-inch CTS (Copper Tube Size) PEX-B pipe coil, 50 feet in length, color-coded blue for cold water service. Manufactured using the silane cross-linking method (Type B), this pipe carries an elevated burst pressure rating of 1,100 psi at 73 degrees F and 375 psi at 180 degrees F. The Type B silane process incorporates additional anti-oxidants and thermal stabilizers, making it well suited for chlorinated water systems and recirculation applications. Licensed plumbers and pipefitters install this pipe in residential and light commercial potable water systems.

This coil is intended for cold water distribution lines in residential and light commercial plumbing. It is compatible with 1/2-inch Quick Connect and brass PEX insert fittings meeting ASTM SDR-9 standards. The blue color coding follows standard plumbing convention to distinguish cold supply lines from hot. Typical installations include under-slab runs, wall chases, and open-bay framing in new construction and remodel projects where flexible pipe routing is required.

Key Features

• Type B silane cross-linked PEX with enhanced anti-oxidant and thermal stabilizer content for chlorine and recirculation system compatibility
• Burst pressure rated at 1,100 psi at 73 degrees F and 375 psi at 180 degrees F
• Blue color coding designates cold water service per standard plumbing convention
• NSF-61 and FDA listed; CSA/ASTM compliant; UPC listed and approved
• 25-year warranty covering materials, non-pro-rated, valid when used with ASTM SDR-9 certified fittings from any manufacturer
• 50-foot coil format reduces job-site waste and simplifies longer runs

Compatibility

Designed for use with 1/2-inch Quick Connect and brass PEX insert fittings meeting ASTM SDR-9 certification. The 25-year warranty applies even when used with ASTM SDR-9 certified fittings from other manufacturers.

Installation Notes

Installation must be performed in accordance with applicable local plumbing codes and the International Plumbing Code (IPC). Shut off the water supply and depressurize the line before cutting or joining pipe. Support pipe every 30 inches both vertically and horizontally, and protect pipe where it enters or exits slabs or walls. Maintain minimum clearances: 18 inches from water heaters, boilers, and wood-burning appliances; 12 inches from recessed lights; and 6 inches from gas appliance vents. Do not use duct tape, pipe dope, threading compound, or mineral or linseed oil with this pipe. Do not kink the pipe or expose it to direct sunlight.