The barrier diffusion of Oxygen tubing prevents iron corrosion in the heating part per DIN 4726 standards. These parts include boiler heating elements, circulators and radiators. In addition, the Oxygen PEX tubing is available in a variety of sizes.

The type of application and requirements of the heat load determines the size of the barrier PEX tubing. The manufacturer of the radiant system gives these specifications.

½” PEX tubing is the most available size. This is for radiant heat installations that include engineered floors, non reinforced concrete slab and reinforced concrete slabs, sandwich installations and the sub floor installations.

The ¾” PEX tubing is for the snowmelt system. This is because the snowmelt system requires a flow rate that is higher than that of radiant heating. The PEX tubing type is common in aluminum or iron radiators and also copper fined baseboards.

1” PEX tubing is for the radiant manifold or boiler return and supply lines. The size of the PEX tubing makes it possible for the tube to transport water for longer distances. In addition, the size also makes it one of the best options for the installation of wood furnaces outdoors.

The 3/8 inch PEX tubing is for residential radiant heating applications of slabs that are non-structural. Its flexibility makes it the ideal choice for small areas. It is used in the kitchen and bathroom radiant heat applications.

5/8 inch PEX tubing replaces the ½” PEX when higher rates of flow or heat loads are required. Additionally it is a replacement for the ¾” PEX where the applications need less flow and more flexibility. A good example of this is the snows melt systems.

The oxygen barrier tubing is abbreviated EVOH which is a layer of special polymer on the outer surface of the pipes that helps protect ferrous components from corrosion. The cast iron components in the radiant heat system that the pipes protect include circulator pumps, air scoops among others. The oxygen barrier tubes are readily available at pocket friendly prices. They are not suitable for water supply lines as the water has oxygen at all times.

Specifications

The PEX Tubing of 3/8 inches size has manufactured as per highest standards such as SA B137.5, DIN 4726, NSF/ANSI 14, SDR 9. They have also been certified as NSF-RFH for the purpose of radiant floor type heating applications. The high performance, high quality 3/8″ PEX Tubing w/ Oxygen Barrier has also been UPC listed as per IAPMO. The minimum bending radius of these PEX Tubing with Oxygen Barrier is around 4 inches and these tubings come along with pressure ratings of 79 psi for a temperature of 200 degree Fahrenheit, 160 psi for a temperature of 73 Fahrenheit and 100 psi for temperature of 180 degree Fahrenheit. The advantage about the 3/8″ PEX Tubing w/ Oxygen Barrier is that it comes with an extended year warranty that is testament to the extreme level of confidence the manufacturers have in the quality of this product.

The 5/8″ PEX Tubing w/ Oxygen Barrier offers an interesting mix of superior manufacturing standards coupled with its ability to be used across primarily large radiant heating type projects. This kind of PEX Tubing with Oxygen Barrier has an overall girth of five-eighth inches, thereby accounting for its name.

Certifications and Standards
The 5/8″ PEX Tubing w/ Oxygen Barrier has been manufactured as per the highest standards such as the ASTM F876/F877, CSA B137.5, DIN 4726, NSF 14, SDR 9 etc. Therefore, one can expect the highest levels of performance and longevity when it comes to PEX Tubing with Oxygen Barrier. The product has also received certifications such as nsf-rfh applicable for radiant flooring type of heating applications. It has also been UPC listed from the IAPMO. Thus, as you can well imagine, the PEX Tubing with Oxygen Barrier of 5/8th inches is truly superior when it comes to finishing, make and durability.

Features
The 5/8″ PEX Tubing w/ Oxygen Barrier is equipped with a minimum radius bend of 6 inches, which imparts a good amount of flexibility and strength to this PEX tubing. The pressure ratings under, which the 5/8″ PEX Tubing w/ Oxygen Barrier can operate, include 79 psi at 200 degree Fahrenheit, 160 psi at 73 degree Fahrenheit and 100 psi at 180 degree Fahrenheit. The PEX tubing comes with an extended year warranty provided from the manufacturer, which is testament to the fact that this product enjoys high levels of durability in the market.

Compatibility Issues
The 5/8″ PEX Tubing w/ Oxygen Barrier is compatible with a host of tools as well as fittings. This PEX Tubing with Oxygen Barrier is completely compatible with crimp rings, crimp tools, crimp fittings, clamp tools of ratchet type, cinch clamps or clamps made up of stainless steel, crimp fittings, press sleeves comprised of stainless steel, press tool, press fittings and the like. These PEX Tubing with Oxygen Barrier versions are also compatible with existing fittings present. Hence, the 5/8″ PEX Tubing w/ Oxygen Barrier is very versatile and has a high degree of adaptability as well.

Types Available
The 5/8″ PEX Tubing w/ Oxygen Barrier is available in two variants in the market and the difference between these lies in the relative length. One is the 400 feet PEX Tubing with Oxygen Barrier while the other is the 500 feet PEX Tubing with Oxygen Barrier. Both have the polymer coating on the outside of the PEX tubing that enables prevention of rusting and corrosion of the internal cast iron parts of the heating system.

Main Uses
The main uses of the 5/8″ PEX Tubing w/ Oxygen Barrier include in large or medium sized radiant heating type of projects. Such projects typically entail PEX tubing install in concrete slabs. The 5/8″ PEX Tubing w/ Oxygen Barrier versions are also commonly used in radiator heating as well as dashboard heating applications.

Armed with a host of versatile features, high manufacturing standards and superior performance, the 5/8″ PEX Tubing w/ Oxygen Barrier is definitely worth the investment!