For instance the upc states.
Connecting hot water heater to pex.
The copper ring is then pushed to the end of the tube over the fitting and a pex crimping.
The copper ring slips over the end of the pex tube and a fitting is then inserted into the pex tube.
From your water heater and connect the pex to the pipe.
Step 4 prepare the pex tubing.
You can run it directly to it but it s awkward you re.
604 11 2 water heater connections.
Pex shall not be installed within the first 18 inches 457 mm of piping connected to a water heater.
How to connect pex tubing to a water heater.
Can i connect pex to my water heater.
Step 1 shut down the water supply.
Pex can t be directly connected to a water heater.
Step 3 solder the copper stub to the water heater.
Can you connect pex to an electric water heater.
Yes usually i like to start it with some copper 8 inches and then attach pex adapters.
The specifics of what your local regulations state can vary widely so you should inquire with your local officials.