Safe Seal Depth and Pipe Deburring Tool

A:  The tool you’re asking about is for depth measurement and deburring the pipe prior to connection. It isn’t a fitting.

A:  There are some limitations with all tools. In your example, you would have to cut the pipe on the interior side so that there would be enough room to slip this on and off and then make the repair.

A:  Hi, The SharkBite Hose Bibb can not be removed with a removal tool unless you have access to the release collar. You will typically need to cut the pipe feeding the Hose Bibb. If you ahve any more questions you can call tech support at 877-700-4242. Kind regrads,

A:  Hey JoeSixPack, I used it to measure where to cut and how to deburr. You wouldn't install it, it's used to measure how much to cut or deburr when using PVC Shark Bite couplings. 

A:  This is made to measure where a fitting needs to be set. It is not glued or anything. Put it on. Mark a line on the pipe and make the back of the fitting to the line when you glue up. This is only a tool to assure that the fitting is seated properly

A:  This device is for making sure the end of your copper pipe has a uniform finish that is properly beveled once it has been cut to length. It will not be permanently installed on the pipe so shouldn't prevent access as described.

A:  As long as you can expose enough soil around the pipe to rotate the tool all of the way around, you should be able to use it there. I used it on pipe stubs out of the wall installed in the '80s and it worked great.

A:  Hi, The SharkBite push-to-connect fittings can be used on old pipe as long as the pipe is perfectly round and doesn't have any imperfections. You will need to remove the soils and dirt from the pipe and make a fresh cut with a pipe cutter. Then you would deburr the outside edge on the pipe with (emery cloth 220 grit) then measure and mark the pipe for insertion depth. I've attached the installation manual if you have any more questions do not hesitate to contact us. (https://www.sharkbite.com/sites/default/files/files/brass-push-installation-guide.pdf) (Kind regards,)

A:  i dont' know. I wouldn't see why not. It deburs cut edges to give them a smooth rounded edge and also shows (when you mark the pipe) how far to press it in when using "Sharkbite" connectors. I have not used it for any other type of piping, Hope this helps.

A:  Hi, The SharkBite Safe Seal Depth and Pipe Deburring Tool can not be used on schedule 40 PVC pipe. We do make a deburring and depth gauge tool for schedule 40, 80, and 120 PVC pipe. I have attached a link for the tool. If you have any more questions you can call tech support at 877-700-4242. (https://www.sharkbite.com/us/en/brass-push-to-connect/tools/pvc-disconnect-clip-depth-gauge) (Kind regards,)

A:  No, it is designed for copper, pex and cpvc which all have the same outer diameter. Pvc has a larger outside diameter.

A:  It is made for copper pipe sizes

A:  No. This serves no purpose other than to measure/mark the depth you would need to ensure your pipe is inserted into the fitting to make a perfect connection.

A:  No, this is a deburring tool only. Mike

A:  No. Use emery paper to clean the exterior. This tool cleans the edge and allows for proper depth measurements 

A:  No, it’s for marking the depth on a pipe before installing a Sharkbite water valve 

A:  No, it is not designed to do that. It only removes the burrs resulting from cutting a pipe. It also acts as a depth gauge for Shark Bite fittings. Solder is pretty soft so if you can't wipe it off after heating it, then I suggest sanding it off.