

SharkBite U3088FLEX18BVLFA Flexible Water Heater Connector with Ball Valve, 3/4 inch x 3/4 inch FIP, Push-to-Connect Braided Stainless Steel, Water Heater Hose, SILVER
Key item features
- Effortless Installation: This 18-inch flexible water heater connector features push-to-connect technology for quick, tool-free installation, creating a watertight seal in seconds.
- Integrated Shutoff: Includes an integrated ball valve for convenient water supply shutoff directly at the connection point.
- Versatile Compatibility: Compatible with Copper, PEX, CPVC, and PE-RT pipes, suitable for both hot and cold water heater supply lines.
- Proven Performance: Field-proven with over 550 million connections, ensuring a clean, leak-free connection for residential and commercial applications.
- Robust Certification: Certified to withstand 200 PSI and 200°F, and can be reused up to four times in potable and hydronic heating water distribution systems.
- Flexible Design: The braided stainless steel construction allows for rotation, facilitating easier installation in tight spaces.
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- Water heater connector typeFlexible
- BrandSharkBite
- FeaturesEasy Installation
- Count1
- ColorSilver
- Has written warrantyNo
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| Water heater connector type | FlexibleSharkBite U3088FLEX18BVLFA Flexible Water Heater Connector with Ball Valve, 3/4 inch x 3/4 inch FIP, Push-to-Connect Braided Stainless Steel, Water Heater Hose, SILVER | -EZ-Fluid 12-Inch, 3/4-Inch FIP x 3/4-Inch FIP Corrugated Flexible Stainless Steel Water Heater Connector Supply Line Red/Blue,Hot & Cold for Female Iron Water Pipes Fitting (1Pair) | Stainless SteelSharkBite Max 3/4 in. Push-to-Connect x 3/4 in. FIP x 18 in. Braided Stainless Steel Water Heater Connector Ball Valve |
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| Features | Easy InstallationSharkBite U3088FLEX18BVLFA Flexible Water Heater Connector with Ball Valve, 3/4 inch x 3/4 inch FIP, Push-to-Connect Braided Stainless Steel, Water Heater Hose, SILVER | Easy InstallationEZ-Fluid 12-Inch, 3/4-Inch FIP x 3/4-Inch FIP Corrugated Flexible Stainless Steel Water Heater Connector Supply Line Red/Blue,Hot & Cold for Female Iron Water Pipes Fitting (1Pair) | DurableSharkBite Max 3/4 in. Push-to-Connect x 3/4 in. FIP x 18 in. Braided Stainless Steel Water Heater Connector Ball Valve |
| Color | SilverSharkBite U3088FLEX18BVLFA Flexible Water Heater Connector with Ball Valve, 3/4 inch x 3/4 inch FIP, Push-to-Connect Braided Stainless Steel, Water Heater Hose, SILVER | Stainless SteelEZ-Fluid 12-Inch, 3/4-Inch FIP x 3/4-Inch FIP Corrugated Flexible Stainless Steel Water Heater Connector Supply Line Red/Blue,Hot & Cold for Female Iron Water Pipes Fitting (1Pair) | GoldSharkBite Max 3/4 in. Push-to-Connect x 3/4 in. FIP x 18 in. Braided Stainless Steel Water Heater Connector Ball Valve |
| Has written warranty | NoSharkBite U3088FLEX18BVLFA Flexible Water Heater Connector with Ball Valve, 3/4 inch x 3/4 inch FIP, Push-to-Connect Braided Stainless Steel, Water Heater Hose, SILVER | -EZ-Fluid 12-Inch, 3/4-Inch FIP x 3/4-Inch FIP Corrugated Flexible Stainless Steel Water Heater Connector Supply Line Red/Blue,Hot & Cold for Female Iron Water Pipes Fitting (1Pair) | NoSharkBite Max 3/4 in. Push-to-Connect x 3/4 in. FIP x 18 in. Braided Stainless Steel Water Heater Connector Ball Valve |
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SharkBite 18 Stainless Steel Water Heater Supply Connectors with Ball ValveSharkBite stainless steel water heater connectors with ball valves are used to attach the hot and cold water supply lines to your water heater. These flexible water heater hose connections are designed for use in accessible locations to connect water heaters with the option to shut off water supply when needed.
CUT. PUSH. DONE.The SharkBite water heater connection system makes any plumbing project fast and easy with our unique push-to-connect technology. When you insert a water heater pipe into the SharkBite quick connect fittings, the stainless steel teeth bite down and grip the pipe, while the specially formulated O-ring compresses to create the perfect watertight seal. No soldering, no clamps, no glue.
Our product works with your existing plumbing, is easy to disassemble for changing and reusing fittings, and can be rotated for easier installation in tight spaces. Perfect for joining Copper, PEX, CPVC or PE-RT pipe, SharkBite is the no fuss way to fix small leaks or plumb a whole house. Whether you need to repair a broken pipe or plumb a whole house, SharkBite fittings are the push-to-connect solution for leak-free results.
SharkBite U3088FLEX18BVLF Flexible Water Heater Connectors 3/4-Inch x 3/4-Inch FIP, 18-Inch w/ Ball Valve Lead Free
- INSTALLS IN SECONDS: 18 Water heater flex hose line connections require no special tools, no soldering, or glue. Just push to create a watertight seal. Includes integrated ball valve supply shutoff
- COPPER, PEX, CPVC: SharkBite water heater line plumbing fittings fit Copper, PEX, CPVC and PE-RT. Use for both hot and cold water heater supply lines
- QUALITY: Only SharkBites quality and performance is field-proven with more than 550 million connections. SharkBite is the only push-to-connect brand than can ensure a clean, leak-free connection
- CERTIFIED: SharkBite fittings are certified to 200 PSI and 200F and can be reused up to four times in potable and hydronic heating water distribution
- RESIDENTIAL and COMMERCIAL: SharkBite water heater supply line connectors meet the same standards for commercial and residential plumbing applications. Inspector friendly for a peace of mind.
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