SharkBite 24438 3/4-in Push-to...
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SharkBite 24438 3/4-in Push-to-Connect Pressure-Gauge Tee, Brass

SharkBite 24438 3/4-in Push-to-Connect Pressure-Gauge Tee, Brass

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SharkBite 24438 3/4-in Push-to-Connect Pressure-Gauge Tee, Brass

The SharkBite 24438 is a 3/4-in push-to-connect pressure-gauge tee designed for fast, tool-free rough-in connections on PEX, copper, CPVC, PE-RT, or HDPE pipe in any combination. No soldering, clamps, unions, glue, or special tools are required — simply insert the pipe and the stainless steel gripping teeth bite down while a chlorine-resistant O-ring compresses to form a watertight seal. The fitting is rated to 200°F and 200 PSI and is constructed from low-lead DZR corrosion-resistant brass, making it suitable for hot or cold water lines behind the wall or underground.

Key Features

  • Trade Size: 3/4-in push-to-connect ports for rough-in tee installations.
  • Durable Construction: Low-lead DZR corrosion-resistant brass body for long-term reliability on potable water lines.
  • Push-to-Connect Design: Stainless steel gripping teeth and a chlorine-resistant O-ring create a secure, watertight seal without soldering, clamps, unions, glue, or special tools.
  • Multi-Pipe Compatibility: Connects PEX, copper, CPVC, PE-RT, or HDPE pipe in any combination.
  • Wet or Dry Line Installation: Can be installed on wet or dry lines and pressure tested immediately, with no waiting on soldered joints to cool or solvents to dry.
  • Rotatable & Removable: The fitting can be rotated after installation and removed using a disconnect tool so fittings and valves can be reused or changed out.
  • Pressure & Temperature Rating: Rated to 200°F and 200 PSI for hot or cold water applications.
  • Behind-the-Wall & Underground Approved: Approved for installation in tight spaces, behind the wall with no access panels required, and underground when wrapped.

Certifications & Compliance

  • IAPMO Listed, code approved (see manufacturer specifications for details)
  • 25-Year warranty when used with PEX, copper, CPVC & PE-RT pipe
  • 5-Year warranty when used with SDR-9 HDPE pipe

Technical Specifications

  • Connection Type: Push-to-Connect
  • Trade Size: 3/4-in
  • Configuration: Pressure-Gauge Tee
  • Body Material: Low-lead DZR corrosion-resistant brass
  • Pressure Rating: 200 PSI
  • Temperature Rating: 200°F

Typical Applications

  • Residential and Commercial Rough-In Plumbing
  • Behind-the-Wall Installations with No Access Panels
  • Underground Water Line Installations (wrapping required)
  • Pressure Gauge Tap Installations on Hot or Cold Water Lines
  • Renovation and New Construction Rough-In

Why SharkBite?

SharkBite push-to-connect fittings are built with stainless steel gripping teeth, a chlorine-resistant O-ring, and a low-lead DZR corrosion-resistant brass body to deliver a secure, watertight seal without soldering or special tools. Backed by a 25-year warranty on PEX, copper, CPVC, and PE-RT pipe (5-year on SDR-9 HDPE), the 24438 pressure-gauge tee gives plumbers and contractors a fast, code-approved way to add a gauge tap to rough-in water lines.

Manufacturer Resources

Spec Sheet

Product Specs

list_batch:
SHK-20260923
Product Type:
Pressure-Gauge Tee
Connection Type:
Push-to-Connect
Listing:
IAPMO
Department:
Plumbing
Product Subgroup:
Fittings and Valves
Product Material:
Brass
Product Size:
3/4-in
Product Group:
Fitting

SharkBite 24438 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) What pipe types will the SharkBite 24438 pressure-gauge tee connect to?
The 24438 accepts PEX, copper, CPVC, PE-RT, or HDPE pipe, and you can mix types across the ports in any combination. No solder, clamps, unions, glue, or special tools go into the joint: push the pipe in and the stainless steel gripping teeth bite while a chlorine-resistant O-ring seals it. That mixed-material ability is the usual reason it shows up on a renovation where copper is being tied into new PEX.
2) Can I run hot water through a SharkBite 3/4-in push-to-connect pressure-gauge tee?
Yes. The 24438 is rated to 200 degrees F and 200 PSI, which covers domestic hot and cold water lines. The body is low-lead DZR corrosion-resistant brass, so it is suited to potable water service.
3) Can a SharkBite 24438 tee be buried or installed behind a wall with no access panel?
Both are approved. The 24438 can go behind the wall without an access panel and underground when the fitting is wrapped. Tight spaces are fine too, since there is no torch work or cure time involved.
4) Do I have to drain the line before installing a SharkBite 24438, and how soon can I pressure test?
No draining required. The 24438 installs on wet or dry lines and can be pressure tested right away, since there is no soldered joint to cool and no solvent cement to cure. That is the main scheduling advantage over a sweated or glued tee on an occupied building.
5) What size pipe does the SharkBite 24438 pressure-gauge tee take, and what is the third port for?
All connections are 3/4-in push-to-connect, and the configuration is a pressure-gauge tee: it drops into a 3/4-in run and gives you a gauge tap point on a hot or cold water line during rough-in. Trade size is 3/4-in on the push ports.
6) Can a SharkBite push-to-connect tee be removed and reused after it is installed?
Yes. The 24438 can be rotated after it is pushed on to line up the gauge port, and it comes off with a SharkBite disconnect tool so the fitting can be reused or swapped. The disconnect tool is a separate item, not supplied with the fitting.
7) Is the SharkBite 24438 code approved for potable water?
It is IAPMO listed and code approved, and the body is low-lead DZR brass for potable service. Inspectors on residential and commercial rough-in generally want the IAPMO listing on the fitting, which this carries.
8) What is the SharkBite part number for the 3/4-inch brass pressure-gauge tee?
Model 24438 is the manufacturer part number for the 3/4-in push-to-connect pressure-gauge tee in brass. Order by that number if you are matching an existing spec or restocking a truck.
How fast can I get the SharkBite 24438 delivered?
Most orders ship the same day from our distribution partners, with quick delivery throughout the continental U.S. Need it urgently? Contact Us for expedited shipping options.
Can I return it if it doesn’t work for me?
Yes—ZenSupply offers a hassle-free return policy. If the product isn’t the right fit, reach out to our support team for a return authorization or setup a return by following our return instructions.
Does the SharkBite 24438 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The SharkBite 24438 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
How do I get technical support or installation help for the SharkBite 24438?
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