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SharkBite U416LF Lead-Free Push-Fit Reducing Tee, Multi-Material

SharkBite U416LF Lead-Free Push-Fit Reducing Tee, Multi-Material

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SharkBite U416LF Lead-Free Push-Fit Reducing Tee, Multi-Material

The SharkBite U416LF is a lead-free push-fit reducing tee built for rough-in plumbers who need a fast, reliable branch connection without soldering, clamps, unions, or glue. This fitting is available in 3/4" and 1" run sizes (reducing down to a 1/2" branch), and it connects copper tubing, CTS CPVC, and PEX in any combination, joining all three pipe materials at the same joint. Just insert the pipe into the fitting – internal stainless steel teeth grip the pipe wall while an O-ring compresses to form a watertight seal. Fittings in this line are certified to 200 PSI and 200 degrees F (93 degrees C), making them suitable for hot and cold potable water rough-in work behind walls and under floors. Because the connection can be rotated after assembly, installers get extra flexibility when working in tight joist bays, wall cavities, or mechanical rooms where alignment is difficult with rigid connections.

Key Features

  • Trade Size: Available in 3/4" x 1/2" and 1" x 1/2" reducing tee configurations for branching down to a smaller run.
  • Push-Fit Connection: Instant push-fit design eliminates soldering, clamps, unions, or glue for faster installs.
  • Multi-Material Compatibility: Fits copper tubing, CTS CPVC, and PEX, and connects all three types in any combination at a single fitting.
  • Pressure and Temperature Rating: Certified to 200 PSI and 200 degrees F (93 degrees C) for demanding rough-in applications.
  • Rotatable After Assembly: The fitting can be rotated post-installation, simplifying alignment in tight spaces.
  • Reusable Design: Disassembles quickly with a simple disconnect tool, so fittings and valves can be removed, changed, and reused without cutting pipe.
  • Lead-Free Construction: Manufactured to lead-free specifications for potable water plumbing systems.

Technical Specifications

  • Trade Size Range: 3/4" x 1/2" and 1" x 1/2"
  • Pressure Rating: 200 PSI
  • Temperature Rating: 200 degrees F (93 degrees C)
  • Connection Type: Push-Fit
  • Compatible Pipe Types: Copper, CTS CPVC, PEX
  • Packaging: 6 each
  • Lead-Free: Yes

Typical Applications

  • Residential and Commercial Rough-In Plumbing
  • Branch Connections Between Mixed Pipe Materials
  • Repairs and Retrofits in Tight Wall or Floor Cavities
  • Potable Hot and Cold Water Distribution Lines
  • New Construction Water Supply Rough-In

Why SharkBite?

SharkBite fittings are engineered around a push-fit system that removes soldering, clamps, unions, and glue from the rough-in process while still delivering a 200 PSI, 200 degrees F rated connection. The ability to join copper, CTS CPVC, and PEX at a single fitting, combined with a reusable, rotatable design and lead-free construction, gives plumbers and contractors a dependable, code-conscious way to speed up branch connections across a range of run sizes on the job site.

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Manufacturer Resources

Spec Sheet

Product Specs

list_batch:
SHK-20260923
Product Type:
Reducing Tee
Connection Type:
Push-Fit
Department:
Plumbing
Product Subgroup:
Tees
Product Material:
Lead-Free
Product Group:
Plumbing Fittings

SharkBite U454LF – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Can a SharkBite U416LF push-fit tee join copper to PEX and CPVC at the same fitting?
Yes. The U416LF reducing tee accepts copper tubing, CTS CPVC, and PEX in any combination, so you can land all three materials at one joint without a transition adapter. No solder, glue, clamps, or unions. Pipe pushes in, stainless teeth grip the wall, and an O-ring makes the seal.
2) What sizes does the SharkBite reducing tee come in, and what is the branch size?
Two run sizes: 3/4 inch and 1 inch, both reducing to a 1/2 inch branch. So the configurations are 3/4 x 1/2 and 1 x 1/2. The 1 inch is ordered as U416LF, the 3/4 inch as U454LF.
3) Is the SharkBite U416LF tee rated for hot water lines?
It is certified to 200 PSI and 200 degrees F (93 degrees C), which covers potable hot and cold water distribution. That rating is why it is used on rough-in supply behind walls and under floors, not just on cold runs.
4) Is this SharkBite tee approved for potable drinking water?
The U416LF reducing tee is built to lead-free specifications for potable water plumbing, and the fitting material is listed as lead-free. That is what makes it usable on residential and commercial potable supply rough-in rather than non-potable service only.
5) Can I rotate a SharkBite push-fit tee after the pipe is inserted?
Yes, the connection rotates after assembly. That matters when you are setting a branch in a joist bay or wall cavity and the takeoff needs to swing to a different angle than the way the pipe went in, which you cannot do with a soldered or glued joint.
6) If I set the branch in the wrong spot, can the fitting be removed and reused?
It can. The push-fit tee disassembles with a disconnect tool, so you pull it off and reuse it without cutting the pipe back. Useful on repairs and retrofits where you have no slack left in the line. The disconnect tool is a separate item, not part of the fitting.
7) Do I need a crimp ring, clamp, or solder to install a SharkBite push-fit tee?
None of those. The push-fit design replaces soldering, clamps, unions, and glue entirely. On PEX you will still want a pipe stiffener per the manufacturer's instructions, and you need a clean, square, deburred cut on copper so the O-ring seats on undamaged pipe wall.
8) Can SharkBite push-fit fittings be buried in a wall or under a floor?
The U416LF line is described for rough-in work behind walls and under floors, including new construction supply rough-in and repairs in tight wall or floor cavities. Local code sometimes dictates access requirements for concealed mechanical joints, so check your jurisdiction's rule before closing up.
9) How many SharkBite U416LF tees come in a pack?
These reducing tees are packaged 6 each, which suits a rough-in crew running multiple branch takeoffs on the same job rather than a single repair.
How fast can I get the SharkBite U454LF 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 U454LF come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The SharkBite U454LF 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 U454LF?
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