What pressure is ProPress rated for?

The ProPress System meets the most rigorous testing standards and codes in the United States, Canada and Europe. In tests conducted by NSF International, joints made by the ProPress System have rated test pressures of 600 psi, and working pressures of 200 psi within an operating temperature range of 0° to 250° F.

What is the difference between MegaPress and MegaPressG?

MegaPress comes with an EPDM sealing element, while MegaPressG has an HNBR sealing element. FKM sealing elements are available in MegaPress fittings as well as MegaPress 304 or MegaPress 316 stainless fittings. MegaPress 316 is also available with an EPDM sealing element.

Can you ProPress low pressure steam?

ProPress and ProPress XL (EPDM) is approved for use in Low Pressure Steam Applications, max 15 psig / max 248 deg F. MegaPress (EPDM) is approved for use in Low Pressure Steam Applications, max 15 psig / max 248 deg F.

Can you use ProPress on a boiler?

Devix Heating and Cooling uses ProPress for nearly all its water heater and boiler repairs and installations.

Can ProPress fittings be used for compressed air?

Viega ProPress Two-Piece Adapter Flanges Powder coating isolates the dissimilar metals, preventing electrolysis. It is a two-piece design multi-purpose adapter flange for use in general utility, potable water, chilled and hydronic heating water, vacuum and compressed air service as well as in fire protection systems.

Can you use Viega ProPress on soft copper?

Viega ProPress may only be pressed onto copper tube in accordance with ASTM B88 or B75. When pressing onto B88 copper tube, types K, L, and M may be used. Tempers O60 and O50, known as soft copper, are limited to nominal sizes ½” to 1¼”. Temper H58, known as hard copper, may be used with nominal sizes ½” to 4″.

How much pressure can MegaPress fittings hold?

When testing with compressed air the proper pressure range is ½ to 45 psi. Following a successful Smart Connect test, the system may be pressure tested up to 600 psi maximum for water and 200 psi maximum for air if required by local code requirements.

Is MegaPress rated for water?

Viega MegaPress Stainless and ProPress Stainless pipe fittings are available in two lead-free grades: 304 and 316. The latter is engineered for potable water systems in commercial and industrial environments, with more than 200 configurations available in sizes ½” to 4″.

Can you use copper Propress on steam?

However, ProPress copper fittings are better able to absorb the torsion and can even act as swing joints in the system. So ProPress copper fittings are a better option for steam systems than soldered copper fittings. That said, we do recommend steel fittings as they are stronger.

What is the temperature rating for Propress fittings?

Propress has a full range of fittings for DN15 to DN100 for potable water applications. What is the temperature rating of Viega Propress? Viega Propress can handle temperatures as high as 200°C for short periods of time and temperatures of -20 to 110°C for extended periods.

Can you use ProPress on heating systems?

Viega ProPress is the superior choice for pipe joining in a heating system. Viega ProPress offers piping solutions for low pressure steam, baseboard and fan coil applications. Viega ProPress manifolds also allow easy connections to radiant heating systems.

How hot can ProPress fittings be?