{"product_id":"apollo-pex-a-1-2-in-expansion-pex-in-to-x-1-2-in-d-barb-brass-tee","title":"Apollo PEX-A 1\/2 in. Expansion PEX in to X 1\/2 in. D Barb Brass Tee","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApollo PEX-A 1\/2 in. Expansion PEX to X 1\/2 in. D Barb Brass Tee\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact, multi‑port fitting engineered for dependable potable water distribution. Built from lead‑free brass and ANSI certified, this three‑way tee blends one expansion PEX connection with two barb ports, delivering a clean, reliable branch in tight spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for residential plumbing and light commercial applications, this fitting leverages PEX‑A’s durable, flexible tubing with a seamless expansion interface on one leg and secure barbed connections on the other two. The result is a robust tee that minimizes fittings clutter while maintaining a strong, leak‑resistant seal across a wide operating range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lead‑free brass\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnd 1:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/2 in. Expansion PEX\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnd 2:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/2 in. Barb\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnd 3:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/2 in. 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PEX, then insert into the End 1 port. Allow the material to cool and verify a secure fit.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFor End 2 and End 3 (Barb): slide ½ in. PEX tubing over the barb connection and secure with appropriate clamps or brackets designed for barb fittings to ensure a leak‑tight seal.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAfter assembly, perform a pressure test up to 200 psi and inspect all connections for any signs of leakage. If needed, re‑tighten clamps on barb fittings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the Apollo PEX‑A Brass Tee, you get a purpose‑built solution that aligns with modern PEX workflows—combining expansion and barb technologies in a single, dependable brass tee. 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