The Anderson Metals Compression Sleeve is a high-quality, lead-free brass fitting designed for reliable connections in various plumbing applications. This 1/4 inch compression sleeve is compliant with Public Law 111-380, ensuring safety and environmental standards are met. Ideal for both professional plumbers and DIY enthusiasts, this product is perfect for use with copper, aluminum, or plastic tubing.
- Lead-free compliant product that meets Public Law 111-380
- Compliant with California AB-1953 and Vermont SB-152 regulations
- Constructed with a three-piece design: nut, sleeve (or ferrule), and body
- Compatible with copper, aluminum, or plastic tubing (note: plastic requires 60P sleeve and 61P insert)
- Temperature range: negative 65 degrees to plus 250 degrees Fahrenheit
- Standard fittings utilize short nuts; long nuts available for high vibration applications
- To order compression fittings with long nut, add a "1" in front of the part number (e.g., 68 becomes 168)
- Easy to disassemble without the need for a flaring tool
- Primary applications include water, gasoline, oil, and vacuum lines
Assembly Instructions:
- Cut a smooth, square end on the tubing
- Slide the nut, then the sleeve onto the tube, ensuring the thread faces the end
- Insert the tube into the fitting
- Thread the nut onto the fitting until snug, following these guidelines: up to 1/4 inch = 1-1/4 turns, 5/16 inch = 1-3/4 turns, 3/8 inch and up = 2-1/4 turns
This compression sleeve is an essential component for creating secure and leak-proof connections in plumbing systems. Whether you are working on a new installation or repairing existing lines, the Anderson Metals Compression Sleeve provides the durability and reliability you need.
WARNING: This product can expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. www.P65Warnings.ca.gov