Meet the Apollo Expansion PEX / Pex A 1/2 in. Expansion Sleeves – a precise, lead-free solution crafted for reliable PEX-A connections. Designed to work with Apollo’s expansion system, these plastic sleeves lock 1/2 in PEX-A piping into place with consistency, helping you achieve leak-free joints in residential water lines.
Why choose these expansion sleeves?
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Perfect Fit for 1/2 in PEX-A: Each sleeve is specifically sized for 1/2 in ends, ensuring a clean, snug joint when used with expansion fittings.
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Lead-Free Material: Constructed from safe plastic, providing peace of mind for potable water applications and reducing worry about contaminants in your system.
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High-Grade Performance: Rated for dependable performance within its specified limits, delivering secure connections across heating and cooling cycles in the home.
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ANSI Certified: Meets recognized industry standards, giving you confidence in the reliability of every joint.
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Bulk Package for Projects: 25 sleeves per bagged package, making it convenient for both quick repairs and larger residential installations.
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Clear Compatibility: Suited for use with Apollo Expansion PEX and PEX A systems, ensuring you’re pairing components that work together for optimal results.
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Non-Push-To-Connect Design: Explicitly designed for expansion-based connections rather than push-to-connect fittings, so you can apply the method that best fits your project.
What problems do these sleeves solve?
- They provide a secure, uniform interface between 1/2 in PEX-A tubing segments, reducing leak points at joints.
- They enable clean, repeatable expansion-based connections in both new installations and repairs, helping maintain consistent flow and system integrity.
- They support durable, lead-free plumbing that’s safe for potable water circulation in homes and light commercial setups.
Ideal use cases
- Residential hot and cold water runs that utilize PEX-A with Apollo expansion tools.
- Repairs where a 1/2 in expansion sleeve is needed to restore a clean, secure joint without soldering or clamping.
- Retrofits or reconfigurations in tight spaces where a reliable expansion sleeve ensures a quick, dependable connection.
Installation tips
- Use with appropriate Apollo expansion tools to achieve a tight, uniform expansion before seating the sleeve.
- Inspect sleeves for any damage or deformities prior to installation; replace if compromised.
- Prepare pipe ends: clean and dry surfaces to maximize seating and grip within the sleeve.
- Do not attempt to reuse sleeves after removal; replace with a new sleeve for every joint.
- Follow local plumbing codes and best practices for potable water systems when planning expansions and connections.
Specifications at a glance
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Material: Plastic
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Average Lead Content: Lead-Free
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Maximum Pressure: 200
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Maximum Temperature: 200
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Number in Package: 25
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Packaging Type: Bagged
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Product Type: Expansion Sleeves
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Push to Connect: No
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Sub Brand: Expansion PEX / Pex A
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Brand Name: Apollo
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End 1 Diameter: 1/2
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End 2 Diameter: 1/2
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End 1 Type: Expansion PEX
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End 2 Type: PEX
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ANSI Certified: Yes
For homeowners and pros focused on reliable, code-compliant PEX-A plumbing, these Apollo Expansion PEX / Pex A 1/2 in. Expansion Sleeves deliver a consistent, vetted solution that supports long-lasting performance in everyday residential applications.
