Male Adapter 1/2'' x 1/2'' MPT Lead-Free and 39 similar items

Male Adapter 1/2 in PEX x 1/2 in MPT SharkBite UP120A5 5-Pack Lead-Free Plastic The SharkBite UP120A5 Male Adapter enables a secure, code-compliant transition from 1/2-inch PEX tubing to a 1/2-inch male pipe thread (MPT) connection?ideal for linking PEX supply lines to faucets, valves, shower mixers, or hydronic manifolds. Made from lead-free poly alloy, it features a barbed end for crimp or clamp-style PEX attachment and a precision-machined MPT end for reliable threaded sealing. Rated for 160 psi and 200F, it?s certified for potable water and hydronic heating systems, offering long-term corrosion resistance without galvanic concerns. Features - Barbed end (1/2 in) accepts standard copper crimp rings or stainless steel clamp rings - 1/2 in MPT (male NPT) end threads directly into female-threaded brass, plastic, or dielectric fittings - Lead-free poly alloy construction prevents scale buildup and electrolytic corrosion - ANSI/NSF 61-G certified for safe use in drinking water systems - Operating range: 33F to 200F, 80?160 psi?suitable for hot/cold domestic and radiant heat - Smooth internal flow path minimizes turbulence and pressure drop - Compact 1.64 in length fits tight spaces behind fixtures or in manifold cabinets - UV-resistant for indoor use?no degradation during storage or installation - Compatible with all standard PEX-A, PEX-B, and PEX-C tubing - Bagged 5-pack supports multi-fixture installs or service van inventory Specifications - Brand Name: SharkBite - Model Name: SharkBite UP120A5 - Part Number: UP120A5 - Product Type: Male Adapter (Barb to MPT) - Material: Lead-Free Poly Alloy - End 1: 1/2 in Barb (for PEX + Crimp/Clamp) - End 2: 1/2 in MPT (Male NPT) - Length: 1.64 in - Max Pressure: 160 psi - Min Pressure: 80 psi - Max Temperature: 200F - Min Temperature: 33F - Certifications: ANSI Certified, NSF/ANSI 61-G, Lead-Free ( 0.25% weighted average) - Push-to-Connect: No (requires crimp or clamp tool) - Quantity: 5 per pack - Packaging: Poly Bag - Item Weight: ~0.4 lb - Country of Origin: United States - UPC: Not provided - Global Trade Identification Number: Not provided - Manufacturer: SharkBite (RWC Plumbing Solutions) Product Application This adapter is routinely used by plumbers and hydronic specialists to connect PEX home-run lines to threaded components?such as shower valves, kitchen faucet supply stops, or boiler zone valves?where soldering or push-fit isn?t feasible. Its lead-free certification ensures compliance in municipal jurisdictions requiring NSF 61-G, while the robust barb design withstands thermal cycling in radiant floor systems. The 5-pack format supports batch installations in new-construction townhomes or renovation projects with standardized fixture layouts?delivering dependable, reusable transitions that outperform brass in corrosive or hard-water conditions.