Sharkbite Sharkbite Ur3088fx12 Water Heater Connector, 3/4 In. Fip, Stainless Steel, 12 In.

The SharkBite UR3088FX12 is a braided stainless steel water heater connector designed to quickly and securely join water supply lines to your water heater. This flexible connector eliminates the need for soldering, glue, clamps, or unions, making it ideal for both new installations and repairs on wet or dry lines. With its push-to-connect design, it works with copper, CPVC, PEX, PE-RT, and SDR-9 HDPE pipes in any combination.

Whether you're performing routine maintenance or replacing an old connector, this SharkBite fitting delivers professional results without special tools or messy materials. The reinforced stainless steel construction withstands the demands of residential and commercial plumbing systems, and its certified lead-free composition ensures safe potable and hydronic water distribution.

Features and Benefits

• Push-to-Connect Design: No soldering, glue, clamps, or unions required; simply push the pipe into the fitting for a fast, secure connection.
• Reduced Installation Force: The reinforced stainless steel collar provides 50 percent reduction in insertion force compared to standard fittings, making installation easier.
• No Tube Liner: This design eliminates flow restrictions when used on copper or CPVC pipe.
• Works Wet or Dry: Install on dry lines or make repairs without draining the system completely.
• Durable Construction: Forged DZR brass fitting with reinforced stainless steel braided hose resists corrosion and maintains integrity under pressure and temperature extremes.
• High Pressure and Temperature Rating: Rated to 250 PSI and 200 degrees Fahrenheit with 2,000 PSI maximum burst pressure for added safety and reliability.
• Lead-Free and Certified: Made of high-quality forged DZR brass with reinforced stainless steel; meets standards for commercial and residential plumbing applications.

Specifications

• Brand: SharkBite
• Model: UR3088FX12
• Connection Size: 3/4 in. x 3/4 in. Female Iron Pipe (FIP)
• Length: 12 in.
• Material: Braided stainless steel hose with DZR brass fittings
• Pressure Rating: 250 PSI
• Temperature Rating: 200 degrees Fahrenheit
• Maximum Burst Pressure: 2,000 PSI
• Lead-Free: Yes, compliant with federal law 111-380
• Compatible Pipe Types: Copper, CPVC, PEX, PE-RT, SDR-9 HDPE

How to Use

Thread the female connection on the connector to the nipples on your water heater and tighten securely using channel locks or a similar tool.