Press Fitting vs. Solder - The Home Depot

Press fittings compete with traditional soldering as plumbers’ go-to connection method. Compare copper press fittings vs soldering to see what’s best for your business.
Copper pipe is popular for its durability. When working with copper pipe, choose a fitting method that makes strong bonds for the job.The most common processes of attaching copper pipe are press fitting, soldering and other high-temperature methods. When choosing between press fitting vs. soldering, compare cost, safety and the strength the job needs.SHOP PIPE & FITTINGS NOW

VIEGA 78177 Propress Zero Lead Copper Coupling without Stop 3/4

Viega Part # 77063 - Viega Propress 1-1/4 In. Press X 1-1/4 In

Nibco Part # PCH600DS34 - Nibco 3/4 In. Wrot Copper Press X Press

The 1/2 in. Copper 90° Press x Brass FPT Drop Elbow copper press fitting is NSF Listed, lead free and features a robust EPDM O-ring to ensure a clean

1/2 in. x 1/2 in. Copper 90-degree Press x Brass FPT Drop Elbow Fitting

Viega ProPress 1-1/4 in. FTG x 1 in. Press Copper Reducer (5-Pack

NIBCO 1 in. x 1/2 in. Copper Fitting x Press Reducer Leak Detect

The 1/2 in. Copper Press x MPT Male Adapter copper press fitting is NSF listed, lead free and features a robust EPDM O-Rings to ensure a clean leak

1/2 in. x 1/2 in. Copper Press x MPT Male Adapter

Tools Needed for Soldering Copper Pipe

Viega ProPress 2 in. x 2 in. x 1 in. Press Copper Reducing Tee

Viega ProPress 1/2 in. Press Copper 90° Elbow (15-Pack) 77425

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