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78242 Viega ProPress sealing element EPDM, 1/2'' (shiny black)
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Product Specs
- Connection Type:
- d (Version)
- Material Type:
- Epdm
- Product Dimension:
- 1/2'' (shiny black)
- Department:
- Plumbing
- Product Group:
- Plumbing Fittings
- Product Subgroup:
- Seals
- Product Type:
- Seal
- Product Length:
- 0.102"
- Product Height:
- 0.835"
- Product Weight:
- 0.001 lbs
- Product Width:
- 0.835"
- Product Material:
- EPDM
Viega 78242 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Can I replace a damaged sealing element in a ProPress fitting instead of scrapping the fitting?
Yes, on an unpressed fitting. The 78242 is sold as a standalone 1/2 inch EPDM element, which is what lets you swap an element that got nicked, rolled, or left out during rough-in rather than throwing away the fitting or valve. Once a joint has been pressed, the element is captured and the fitting is not reusable.
2) What does the shiny black color on a Viega ProPress sealing element mean?
Black is Viega's EPDM element, and the 78242 is the shiny black 1/2 inch version. EPDM is the standard element used for potable water and hydronic service. Viega uses color to tell elements apart, so if your system calls for a different compound you need a different colored element, not this one.
3) Do I need one or two Viega 78242 elements for a 1/2 inch ProPress coupling?
One element per press socket. A 1/2 inch ProPress coupling has two sockets, so it takes two 78242 elements; a 1/2 inch elbow, tee leg, or valve end takes one per pressed end. Order by the number of sockets you are rebuilding, not the number of fittings.
4) Is the Viega 78242 the right part number to order, and where is it made?
Order it as Viega part 78242, the 1/2 inch EPDM ProPress sealing element in shiny black. It is manufactured in China. There is a single configuration under that number, so there is no finish or variant choice to make on the order.
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Does the Viega 78242 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Viega 78242 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
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