Tips for Installing PEX Pipe: Locate the Pipe - If you pre-planned your project, the hangers for the PEX pipe and their location are already in place. Check the location and measure the size. Cut the tube and install the hanger. A hanger should be placed every 50CM. If it is installed vertically, the pipe should be fixed every 30CM. Multiple measurements - PEX pipes have a certain ductility, which will eventually lead to large errors. So you should leave a little bit of "slack" when installing the PEX pipe, and multiple measurements will make the dimensions more accurate and reduce waste. Cutting the Pipe - One of the most important tips on PEX pipe installation is cutting the pipe. Be as accurate and glitch-free as possible. If the cut is not even and smooth, the PEX fitting may not fit in place, resulting in water leaks. Sliding Crimp Ring - An important tip: place the crimp ring approximately 2cm from the end of the PEX tube. This will give you the advantage of connecting the pipeline further, and it will be easy to make a good connection. Time for PEX fittings - Put the PEX fittings where they touch the tube. Once in place, slide the crimp ring over the barbs of the PEX fitting and align the barbs. Crimp PEX Fittings - Open the jaws of the PEX crimp tool and align them so they cover the crimp rings. While holding the pipe steady, compress the jaws of the PEX crimping tool. The seal is then sealed and checked with a pressure gauge, which should be partially installed on the crimp ring. Securing the Pipe - Now that you have installed the connector to the PEX pipe, put it in its hanger, and connect it to the water supply system. Turn on the water and check for leaks.
