Repairing Pipes - Soldering Or Installing Push-In Fittings?

DIY plumbers will tell how difficult and messy soldering can be. Although a very common procedure forSEALEXCEL’S Push Connect Fittings. Why? The use of push connect or push-in fittings makes the pipe repair procedure very easy as compared to the long and effort consuming fitting and copper pipe soldering process.

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Difficulty Lies In Implementation of This Procedure

The process involves joining two or more pieces of metal piping by melting part of the metal (usually copper) piping with the help of a soldering torch or iron. 

After the melting, a filler metal is fitted to take its place. The filler metal, often called a solder has a low melting point. 

The soldering process is very difficult and dangerous to carry out perfectly, especially when a pipe has to be soldered in a small area and where pressurized pipes are located.

De-soldering: This is an associated process. De-soldering means removing the solder from the circuit and is done when the circuit needs to be repaired.

Push-In Fittings Advantages over Soldering

The fact that fittings don’t require an open flame or soldering torch to make any connection leakage free is a very big advantage. You can easily install a new pipe fitting in hard-to-get-in places. Additionally, accidental damage to surrounding pipes from soldering torch can be avoided.

The Salient Differences between Push-In Fittings and Soldering

Push-in fittings sold by your local tube fittings manufacturer offers convenience and ease of use. Other differences are;

Quick Fit and Removal Technology

Soldering is only good for making a permanent connection, which long-term proves to be an expensive project. This is when removal of the solder or filler pipe is required for which the connection must first be cut.

On the other hand, the quick fitting technology of push-in fittings requires installation without tools which also makes the process cheaper. 

Push-In Fittings Don’t Start Fire Hazards

Extremely difficult to work in areas where there’s little space such as behind a toilet or under a cabinet, soldering can possibly damage surrounding walls and pipes due to heat and flame. This becomes even more dangerous if the pipes are pressurized. 

Push Fitting Technology Creates Seal Easily

Not only are leakage preventing seals made in seconds, a permanent job is done. The person installing this fitting doesn’t need any experience, special skills or even understanding of soldering techniques to perform a perfect installation job!

With so many advantages in place, the choice between soldering or push-in fittings should be clear. Install the highest quality and ISO certified push-in fittings in your factory today and see the difference yourselves.