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Uponor PEX-a Plumbing Systems
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WIPEX Dezincification-
resistant (DZR) Brass
BrassRed BrassLead-free Brass (LF)Engineered Plastic (EP)
ProPEX Fittings
Uponor offers a comprehensive line of
engineered plastic (EP), lead-free (LF) brass,
red brass, standard yellow brass and WIPEX
DZR brass fittings to effectively meet any
residential or commercial plumbing or
radiant application.
Engineered Plastic (EP)
Uponor’s engineered plastic (EP) is a high-
performance thermoplastic material that has
superior mechanical, chemical and thermal
properties, which allow dimensional stability
in demanding applications, including areas
of high stress, heat and moisture. Uponor EP
fittings are approved for direct burial in soil
as well as concrete slabs. EP fittings carry the
same ratings as Uponor tubing.
Lead-free Brass (LF)
Our lead-free brass offering carries the NSF
us-pw-G marking for lead-free compliance to
meet state lead-level legislation and exceed
the U.S. Safe Drinking Water Act. Combine
these fittings with Uponor’s PEX-a tubing, EP
offering and ProPEX Out-of-the-Wall for the
industry’s first complete lead-free plumbing
system from inlet to faucet. Uponor’s lead-free
brass is approved for direct burial in soil as well
as concrete slabs.
Red Brass
Our red brass fittings feature less than 15%
zinc, which provides enhanced resistance to
dezincification. Red brass fittings are also
safe for direct burial in soil in accordance with
Uponor installation guidelines.
Brass
Uponor’s yellow (also called 360) brass
products offer all the benefits professionals
have come to expect from a standard brass
plumbing and radiant product. Uponor’s yellow
brass offering features ProPEX connections for
a solid, leak-resistant union without the need
for torches, glues, solvents or gauges.
WIPEX Dezincification-resistant
(DZR) Brass
Available in sizes 1" to 4", Uponor’s WIPEX
fittings are made from a dezincification-
resistant brass that offers added resilience
in direct-burial applications. WIPEX fittings
require the use of a chamfering tool, WIPEX
Sleeve Pliers and a wrench to make strong,
durable connections in a matter of minutes.
* Per NSF Annex G, lead-free products contain no more than
0.25% weighted average lead content on wetted surfaces.
Uponor’s lead-free offering includes transition
and various other fittings, manifolds, valves
and wall boxes available in sizes up to 2",
and all feature Uponor’s unique ProPEX
fitting system for strong, durable connections
without the need for torches, glues, solvents
or gauges. Uponor lead-free fittings replace
DZR fittings and are safe for direct burial in
soil in accordance with Uponor installation
guidelines.
Please note you may experience some
differences when soldering lead-free* fittings.
Here are some tips and techniques to follow.
•
Because of the natural oxidative barrier
of lead-free brass, a clean surface is
imperative to help remove oxide films.
•
Fluxing alone cannot substitute for
adequate cleaning.
•
Fluxing and soldering should be done
immediately after cleaning as oxide films
tend to reform quickly on the cleaned
surfaces.
•
Use only flux that contains chloride
compounds.
•
Use only lead-free solder, preferably a 95/5
mix of tin/antimony.
•
Ensure uniform heating around the entire
perimeter of the fitting/pipe juncture.
•
Avoid excess heat.
•
Cool the joint properly with a wet cloth
immediately after soldering to speed the
transfer of heat.
For further information on soldering lead-free
brass, visit www.uponorpro.com or contact
your authorized stocking distributor.
*
Per NSF Annex G, lead-free products contain
no more than 0.25% weighted average lead
content on wetted surfaces.
Note: The information contained herein is
made available for use as an example for
soldering techniques which may be used with
Uponor lead-free brass products. However,
the installer must take into account other
variables involved with each particular
installation, many of which cannot be foreseen
or anticipated by Uponor. Neither Uponor nor
any other agency or entities thereof, assumes
any legal liability or responsibility for the
accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any
information, product or process disclosed in
this document.
Uponor Lead-free Brass Fittings