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15mm Copper Elbows

At PressIT, we’re all about providing top-notch plumbing solutions across the UK and Ireland. Our 15mm copper elbows are just one of the many quality fittings we offer, perfect for any job.

We stock trusted brands like Pegler XPress, Conex B Press, PCC, and Pegler Tectite, with both M and V profile options available. Plus, enjoy free delivery on orders over £150.

For reliable copper press fittings and exceptional service, choose PressIT.

View Below all available 15mm copper elbow in our online store.

 

15mm Copper Elbow for Water Installations

Conex B Press Water 90degrees Bend 15mm

Conex B Press Water 90degrees Elbow 15mm

 

£1.93 per unit

This Conex B Press Fitting has been designed for use with both hard & half hard copper tube, without the need for flames, fluxes or filler metals. Suitable for water installations both domestic and commercial.

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Pegler Xpress Water 90degrees Bend 15mm

Pegler Xpress Water 90degrees Elbow 15mm

 

£1.85 per unit
 
Leak Before Press feature, No hot works required, BSI Kitemark Approved. Reduced flushing requirement.
 
Conex B Press Water 90degrees Street Bend 15mm

Conex B Press Water 90degrees Street Elbow 15mm

 

£1.82 per unit

This Conex B Press Fitting has been designed for use with both hard & half hard copper tube, without the need for flames, fluxes or filler metals. Suitable for water installations both domestic and commercial.

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Pegler Xpress Water 90degrees Street Bend 15mm

Pegler Xpress Water 90degrees Street Elbow 15mm

 

£1.91 per unit

Xpress Copper S12R Press-Fit Reduced Elbows ensure an efficient and heat free installation technique combined with a high performance. They are suitable for use with domestic & commercial applications.

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Conex B Press Water 45degrees Bend 15mm

Conex B Press Water 45degrees Elbow 15mm

 

£2.21 per unit

This Conex B Press Fitting has been designed for use with both hard & half hard copper tube, without the need for flames, fluxes or filler metals. Suitable for water installations both domestic and commercial.

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Conex B Press Water 45degrees Street Bend 15mm

Conex B Press Water 45degrees Street Elbow 15mm

 

£1.80 per unit

This Conex B Press Fitting has been designed for use with both hard & half hard copper tube, without the need for flames, fluxes or filler metals. Suitable for water installations both domestic and commercial.

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Pegler Xpress Water 45degrees Bend 15mm

Pegler Xpress Water 45degrees Elbow 15mm

 

£2.48 per unit

XPress is a leading press-fit system, offering a comprehensive and flexible range for all modern building services, providing easy, fast, cost effective and reliable joints. Suitable for water installations both domestic and commercial.

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Pegler Xpress Water 45degrees Street Bend 15mm

Pegler Xpress Water 45degrees Street Elbow 15mm

 

£2.05 per unit

XPress is a leading press-fit system, offering a comprehensive and flexible range for all modern building services, providing easy, fast, cost effective and reliable joints. Suitable for water installations both domestic and commercial.

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Conex B Press Water 90degrees Bend with Male Thread 90degrees Bend 15 x 1/2"

Conex B Press Water 90degrees Elbow with Male Thread 90degrees Elbow 15mm x 1/2"

 

£9.98 per unit

This Conex B Press Fitting has been designed for use with both hard & half hard copper tube, without the need for flames, fluxes or filler metals. A connection can be made on new and retro fit installations, even when the line is wet.

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Conex B Press Water 90degrees Elbow with Female Thread 90degrees Bend 15 x 1/2"

Conex B Press Water 90degrees Elbow with Female Thread 90degrees Elbow 15 x 1/2"

 

£6.22 per unit

This Conex B Press Fitting has been designed for use with both hard & half hard copper tube, without the need for flames, fluxes or filler metals. A connection can be made on new and retro fit installations, even when the line is wet.

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Pegler Tectite Push-Fit 45degrees Bend 15mm

Pegler Tectite Push-Fit 45degrees Elbow 15mm

 

£6.22 per unit

The Pegler Tectite TT21 is a 45degrees obtuse elbow with two push fit ends. By using Tectite you are using a world class push fitting with unique technology. Tectite provides a piping suitable for domestic and light commercial applications.speed of installation. Suitable for water installations both domestic and commercial.

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Pegler Tectite Push-Fit 45degrees Street Elbow 15mm

 

£2.83 per unit

The Pegler Tectite TT21 is a 45degrees obtuse elbow with two push fit ends. By using Tectite you are using a world class push fitting with unique technology. Tectite provides a piping suitable for domestic and light commercial applications.speed of installation. Suitable for water installations both domestic and commercial.

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Pegler Tectite Push-Fit 90degrees Bend 15mm

Pegler Tectite Push-Fit 90degrees Elbow 15mm

£2.57 per unit

The Pegler Tectite TT12 is a 90degrees elbow with two push fit ends. By using Tectite you are using a world class push fitting with unique technology. Tectite provides a piping suitable for domestic and light commercial applications.
 Suitable for water installations both domestic and commercial.

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Pegler Tectite Push-Fit 90degrees Street Bend 15mm

Pegler Tectite Push-Fit 90degrees Street Elbow 15mm

£2.57 per unit

The Pegler Tectite TT12S is a 90degrees with a push fit and tube end. By using Tectite you are using a world class push fitting with unique technology. Tectite provides a piping suitable for domestic and light commercial applications. Suitable for water installations both domestic and commercial.

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Pegler Tectite Push-Fit Backplate Elbow 15x1/2"

£2.57 per unit

The Pegler Tectite TT15 is a 90degrees backplate elbow with a push fit and female parallel threaded end. By using Tectite you are using a world class push fitting with unique technology. Tectite provides a piping suitable for domestic and light commercial applications. Suitable for water installations both domestic and commercial.

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Pegler Tectite Push-Fit 90degrees Street Elbow 15mm

£2.57 per unit

The Pegler Tectite TT12S is a 90degrees with a push fit and tube end. By using Tectite you are using a world class push fitting with unique technology. Tectite provides a piping suitable for domestic and light commercial applications. Suitable for water installations both domestic and commercial.

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Pegler Tectite Push-Fit Bent Tap Connector 15mm x1/2"

£2.26 per unit

The Pegler Tectite TT63 is a bent tap connector with a push fit and nut end. By using Tectite you are using a world class push fitting with unique technology. Tectite provides a piping suitable for domestic and light commercial applications.speed of installation. Suitable for water installations both domestic and commercial.

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Pegler Tectite Push-Fit Male Elbow 15x1/2"

£15.06 per unit

The Pegler Tectite TT13 is a 90degrees male elbow with a push fit and male taper threaded end. By using Tectite you are using a world class push fitting with unique technology. Tectite provides a piping suitable for domestic and light commercial applications.speed of installation. Suitable for water installations both domestic and commercial.

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Pegler Xpress Water 90degrees Male Ends Elbow 15mm

£7.48 per unit

XPress is a leading press-fit system, offering a comprehensive and flexible range for all modern building services, providing easy, fast, cost effective and reliable joints. Suitable for water installations both domestic and commercial.

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Pegler Xpress Water Backplate Elbow 15mm x1/2"

£8.72 per unit

Backplate elbow, press-fit x BSP parallel female thread. Suitable for water installations both domestic and commercial.

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Pegler Xpress Water Female Elbow 15mm x1/2"

£9.18 per unit

XPress is a leading press-fit system, offering a comprehensive and flexible range for all modern building services, providing easy, fast, cost effective and reliable joints. Suitable for water installations both domestic and commercial.

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Pegler Xpress Water Female Union Elbow 15x1/2"

£20.99 per unit

XPress offers all the benefits of a heat free Press-fit system. Saving time & money with every joint. Suitable for water installations both domestic and commercial.

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Pegler Xpress Water Male Elbow 15x1/2"

£10.88 per unit

Heat free jointing with no hot works permits or insurance required. Suitable for water installations both domestic and commercial.

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Pegler Xpress Water Male Elbow 15x3/8"

£11.50 per unit

Heat free jointing with no hot works permits or insurance required. Suitable for water installations both domestic and commercial.

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15mm Copper Elbow for Gas Installations

 

Conex B Press Gas 90degrees Elbow 15mm

 

£2.58 per unit

Profile 3 point press ensures a leak free, secure and permanent joint. Press Gas has a high quality coloured o-ring that forms a secure leak free joint when pressed. Suitable for gas installations both domestic and commercial.

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Pegler Xpress Gas 90degrees Elbow 15mm

 

£2.56 per unit

XPress offers all the benefits of a heat free. Press-fit system. Saves time & money with every joint

 

Conex B Press Gas 90degrees Street Elbow 15mm

 

£2.29 per unit

Profile 3 point press ensures a leak free, secure and permanent joint. Press Gas has a high quality coloured o-ring that forms a secure leak free joint when pressed. Suitable for gas installations both domestic and commercial.

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Pegler Xpress Gas 90degrees Street Elbow 15mm

 

£2.59 per unit

Street elbow, press-fit x male end for insertion into fitting. Suitable for use with domestic & commercial applications.

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Conex B Press Gas 45degrees Obtuse Elbow 15mm

 

£2.87 per unit

Profile 3 point press ensures a leak free, secure and permanent joint. Press Gas has a high quality coloured o-ring that forms a secure leak free joint when pressed. Suitable for gas installations both domestic and commercial.

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Pegler Xpress Gas 45degrees Obtuse Elbow 15mm

 

£3.05 per unit

XPress offers all the benefits of a heat free. Press-fit system. Saves time & money with every joint. Suitable for gas installations both domestic and commercial.

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Conex B Press Gas 45degrees Obtuse Street Elbow 15mm

 

£2.26 per unit

Profile 3 point press ensures a leak free, secure and permanent joint. Press Gas has a high quality coloured o-ring that forms a secure leak free joint when pressed. Suitable for gas installations both domestic and commercial.

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Pegler Xpress Gas 45degrees Obtuse Street Elbow 15mm

 

£2.56 per unit

Obtuse street elbow, press-fit x male end for insertion into fitting. Suitable for gas installations both domestic and commercial.

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Conex B Press Gas 90degrees Elbow with Male Thread 15mm x 1/2"

 

£10.44 per unit

Profile 3 point press ensures a leak free, secure and permanent joint. Press Gas has a high quality coloured o-ring that forms a secure leak free joint when pressed.

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Conex B Press Gas 90degrees Elbow with Female Thread 15mm x 1/2"

 

£6.61 per unit

Profile 3 point press ensures a leak free, secure and permanent joint. Press Gas has a high quality coloured o-ring that forms a secure leak free joint when pressed.

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Conex B Press Gas 90degrees Elbow with Female Thread 15mm x 3/4"

 

£14.72 per unit

Profile 3 point press ensures a leak free, secure and permanent joint. Press Gas has a high quality coloured o-ring that forms a secure leak free joint when pressed.

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Pegler Xpress Gas Backplate Elbow 15mm x1/2"

 

£15.53 per unit

Backplate elbow, press-fit x BSP parallel female thread. Suitable for gas installations both domestic and commercial.

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Aqua Gas 15mm Copper Elbow

 

PCC Press Copper Aquagas 45degrees Elbow 15mm

 

£1.70 per unit

Size: 15mm Female x 15mm Female

Suitable for for use with drinking water, natural gas, LPG, heating, cooling, compressed air and much more

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PCC Press Copper Aquagas 45degrees Street Elbow 15mm

 

£1.70 per unit

Size: 15mm Female x 15mm Male

Suitable for for use with drinking water, natural gas, LPG, heating, cooling, compressed air and much more

 

PCC Press Copper Aquagas 90degrees Elbow 15mm

 

£1.70 per unit

Size: 15mm Female x 15mm Female

Suitable for for use with drinking water, natural gas, LPG, heating, cooling, compressed air and much more

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PCC Press Copper Aquagas 90degrees Street Elbow 15mm

 

£1.70 per unit

Size: 15mm Female x 15mm Male

Suitable for for use with drinking water, natural gas, LPG, heating, cooling, compressed air and much more

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22mm Copper Elbows

PressIT is your reliable partner for all your plumbing needs across the UK and Ireland. Our 22mm copper elbows are crafted for durability and precision, ensuring your projects are built to last.

We proudly offer a wide selection of copper press fittings from top brands such as Pegler XPress, Conex B Press, PCC, and Pegler Tectite. Whether you need M profile or V profile fittings, we have you covered. Plus, benefit from free delivery on orders over £150.

22mm Copper Elbow for Water Installations

Conex B Press Water 90degrees Elbow 22mm

 

£3.24 per unit

This Conex B Press Fitting has been designed for use with both hard & half hard copper tube, without the need for flames, fluxes or filler metals. Suitable for water installations both domestic and commercial.

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Pegler Xpress Water 90degrees Elbow 22mm

 

£3.14 per unit
 
Leak Before Press feature, No hot works required, BSI Kitemark Approved. Reduced flushing requirement.
 

Conex B Press Water 90degrees Street Elbow 22mm

 

£3.23 per unit

This Conex B Press Fitting has been designed for use with both hard & half hard copper tube, without the need for flames, fluxes or filler metals. Suitable for water installations both domestic and commercial.

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Pegler Xpress Water 90degrees Street Elbow 22mm

 

£3.32 per unit

Xpress Copper S12R Press-Fit Reduced Elbows ensure an efficient and heat free installation technique combined with a high performance. They are suitable for use with domestic & commercial applications.

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Conex B Press Water 45degrees Elbow 22mm

 

£2.84 per unit

This Conex B Press Fitting has been designed for use with both hard & half hard copper tube, without the need for flames, fluxes or filler metals. Suitable for water installations both domestic and commercial.

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Pegler Xpress Water 45degrees Elbow 22mm

 

£3.40 per unit

XPress is a leading press-fit system, offering a comprehensive and flexible range for all modern building services, providing easy, fast, cost effective and reliable joints. Suitable for water installations both domestic and commercial.

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Conex B Press Water 45degrees Street Elbow 22mm

 

£2.63 per unit

This Conex B Press Fitting has been designed for use with both hard & half hard copper tube, without the need for flames, fluxes or filler metals. Suitable for water installations both domestic and commercial.

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Pegler Xpress Water 45degrees Street Elbow 22mm

 

£3.07 per unit

XPress is a leading press-fit system, offering a comprehensive and flexible range for all modern building services, providing easy, fast, cost effective and reliable joints. Suitable for water installations both domestic and commercial.

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Conex B Press Water 90degrees Elbow with Male Thread 90degrees Elbow 22mm x 3/4"

 

£16.13 per unit

This Conex B Press Fitting has been designed for use with both hard & half hard copper tube, without the need for flames, fluxes or filler metals. A connection can be made on new and retro fit installations, even when the line is wet.

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Conex B Press Water 90degrees Elbow with Female Thread 90degrees Elbow 22mm x 1"

 

£15.52 per unit

This Conex B Press Fitting has been designed for use with both hard & half hard copper tube, without the need for flames, fluxes or filler metals. A connection can be made on new and retro fit installations, even when the line is wet.

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Conex B Press Water 90degrees Elbow with Female Thread 90degrees Elbow 22mm x 3/4"

 

£9.80 per unit

This Conex B Press Fitting has been designed for use with both hard & half hard copper tube, without the need for flames, fluxes or filler metals. A connection can be made on new and retro fit installations, even when the line is wet.

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Conex B Press Water Return Elbow 22mm

 

£12.84 per unit

This Conex B Press Fitting has been designed for use with both hard & half hard copper tube, without the need for flames, fluxes or filler metals. Suitable for water installations both domestic and commercial.

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Pegler Tectite Push-Fit 45degrees Elbow 22mm

£4.69 per unit

The Pegler Tectite TT21 is a 45degrees obtuse elbow with two push fit ends. By using Tectite you are using a world class push fitting with unique technology. Tectite provides a piping suitable for domestic and light commercial applications.speed of installation. Suitable for water installations both domestic and commercial.

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Pegler Tectite Push-Fit 45degrees Street Elbow 22mm

£4.24 per unit

The Pegler Tectite TT21S is a 45degrees obtuse street elbow with a push fit and tube end. By using Tectite you are using a world class push fitting with unique technology. Tectite provides a piping suitable for domestic and light commercial applications.speed of installation

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Pegler Tectite Push-Fit 90degrees Elbow 22mm

£4.33 per unit

The Pegler Tectite TT12 is a 90degrees elbow with two push fit ends. By using Tectite you are using a world class push fitting with unique technology. Tectite provides a piping suitable for domestic and light commercial applications.

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Pegler Tectite Push-Fit 90degrees Street Elbow 22mm

£4.61 per unit

The Pegler Tectite TT12S is a 90degrees with a push fit and tube end. By using Tectite you are using a world class push fitting with unique technology. Tectite provides a piping suitable for domestic and light commercial applications.

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Pegler Tectite Push-Fit Female Elbow 22mm x3/4"

£9.35 per unit

The Pegler Tectite TT14 is a 90degrees male elbow with a push fit and female taper threaded end. By using Tectite you are using a world class push fitting with unique technology. Tectite provides a piping suitable for domestic and light commercial applications.speed of installation.

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Pegler Tectite Push-Fit Male Elbow 22mm x3/4"

£8.17 per unit

The Pegler Tectite TT13 is a 90degrees male elbow with a push fit and male taper threaded end. By using Tectite you are using a world class push fitting with unique technology. Tectite provides a piping suitable for domestic and light commercial applications.

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Pegler Xpress Water 90degrees Male Ends Elbow 22mm

 

£10.70 per unit

XPress is a leading press-fit system, offering a comprehensive and flexible range for all modern building services, providing easy, fast, cost effective and reliable joints. Suitable for water installations both domestic and commercial.

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Pegler Xpress Water Backplate Elbow 22mm x3/4"

£19.14 per unit

Backplate elbow, press-fit x BSP parallel female thread. Suitable for water installations both domestic and commercial.

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Pegler Xpress Water Female Elbow 22mm x1/2"

£10.88 per unit

XPress is a leading press-fit system, offering a comprehensive and flexible range for all modern building services, providing easy, fast, cost effective and reliable joints. Suitable for water installations both domestic and commercial.

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Pegler Xpress Water Female Elbow 22mm x3/4"

£13.50 per unit

XPress offers all the benefits of a heat free Press-fit system. Saving time & money with every joint. Suitable for water installations both domestic and commercial.

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Pegler Xpress Water Female Union Elbow 22x1"

£34.13 per unit

Heat free jointing with no hot works permits or insurance required. Suitable for water installations both domestic and commercial.

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Pegler Xpress Water Female Union Elbow 22x3/4"

£31.16 per unit

XPress offers all the benefits of a heat free Press-fit system. Saving time & money with every joint. Suitable for water installations both domestic and commercial.

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Pegler Xpress Water Male Elbow 22x3/4"

£17.06 per unit

Heat free jointing with no hot works permits or insurance required. Suitable for water installations both domestic and commercial.

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Pegler Xpress Water Reduced 90degrees Elbow 22x15mm

£4.07 per unit

Xpress Copper S12R Press-Fit Reduced Elbows ensure an efficient and heat free installation technique combined with a high performance. They are suitable for use with domestic & commercial applications. Suitable for water installations both domestic and commercial.

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22mm Copper Elbow for Gas Installations

 

Conex B Press Gas 90degrees Elbow 22mm

 

£4.02 per unit

Profile 3 point press ensures a leak free, secure and permanent joint. Press Gas has a high quality coloured o-ring that forms a secure leak free joint when pressed. Suitable for gas installations both domestic and commercial.

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Pegler Xpress Gas 90degrees Elbow 22mm

 

£4.28 per unit

XPress offers all the benefits of a heat free. Press-fit system. Saves time & money with every joint

 

Conex B Press Gas 90degrees Street Elbow 22mm

 

£3.86 per unit

Profile 3 point press ensures a leak free, secure and permanent joint. Press Gas has a high quality coloured o-ring that forms a secure leak free joint when pressed. Suitable for gas installations both domestic and commercial.

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Pegler Xpress Gas 90degrees Street Elbow 22mm

 

£4.51 per unit

Street elbow, press-fit x male end for insertion into fitting. Suitable for use with domestic & commercial applications.

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Conex B Press Gas 45degrees Obtuse Elbow 22mm

 

£3.76 per unit

Profile 3 point press ensures a leak free, secure and permanent joint. Press Gas has a high quality coloured o-ring that forms a secure leak free joint when pressed. Suitable for gas installations both domestic and commercial.

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Pegler Xpress Gas 45degrees Obtuse Elbow 22mm

 

£4.26 per unit

XPress offers all the benefits of a heat free. Press-fit system. Saves time & money with every joint. Suitable for gas installations both domestic and commercial.

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Conex B Press Gas 45degrees Obtuse Street Elbow 22mm

 

£3.36 per unit

Profile 3 point press ensures a leak free, secure and permanent joint. Press Gas has a high quality coloured o-ring that forms a secure leak free joint when pressed. Suitable for gas installations both domestic and commercial.

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Pegler Xpress Gas 45degrees Obtuse Street Elbow 22mm

 

£3.36 per unit

Obtuse street elbow, press-fit x male end for insertion into fitting. Suitable for gas installations both domestic and commercial.

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Conex B Press Gas 90degrees Elbow with Male Thread 22mm x 3/4"

 

£17.04 per unit

Profile 3 point press ensures a leak free, secure and permanent joint. Press Gas has a high quality coloured o-ring that forms a secure leak free joint when pressed.

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Conex B Press Gas 90degrees Elbow with Female Thread 22mm x 1"

 

£16.38 per unit

Profile 3 point press ensures a leak free, secure and permanent joint. Press Gas has a high quality coloured o-ring that forms a secure leak free joint when pressed.

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Conex B Press Gas 90degrees Elbow with Female Thread 22mm x 1/2"

 

£17.05 per unit

Profile 3 point press ensures a leak free, secure and permanent joint. Press Gas has a high quality coloured o-ring that forms a secure leak free joint when pressed.

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Conex B Press Gas 90degrees Elbow with Female Thread 22mm x 3/4"

 

£10.49 per unit

Profile 3 point press ensures a leak free, secure and permanent joint. Press Gas has a high quality coloured o-ring that forms a secure leak free joint when pressed.

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Pegler Xpress Gas Backplate Elbow 22mm x3/4"

 

£38.42 per unit

Backplate elbow, press-fit x BSP parallel female thread. Suitable for gas installations both domestic and commercial.

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Aqua Gas 22mm Copper Elbow

 

PCC Press Copper Aquagas 45degrees Elbow 22mm

 

£2.71 per unit

Size: 22mm Female x 22mm Female

Suitable for for use with drinking water, natural gas, LPG, heating, cooling, compressed air and much more

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PCC Press Copper Aquagas 45degrees Street Elbow 22mm

 

£2.71 per unit

Size: 22mm Female x 22mm Male

Suitable for for use with drinking water, natural gas, LPG, heating, cooling, compressed air and much more

 

PCC Press Copper Aquagas 90degrees Elbow 22mm

 

£2.84 per unit

Size: 22mm Female x 22mm Female

Suitable for for use with drinking water, natural gas, LPG, heating, cooling, compressed air and much more

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PCC Press Copper Aquagas 90degrees Street Elbow 22mm

 

£2.78 per unit

Size: 22mm Female x 22mm Male

Suitable for for use with drinking water, natural gas, LPG, heating, cooling, compressed air and much more

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The Ultimate Guide to Using Press Jaws for Copper Pipe Fittings

If you're a professional plumber or a DIY enthusiast working with copper pipes, you know that making secure, leak-proof connections is critical. Traditional methods like soldering can be time-consuming and require a specific skill set. Enter press jaws—an innovative solution that makes the process of joining copper pipes faster, easier, and safer. In this blog, we'll dive deep into what press jaws are, their benefits, and how to use them effectively for copper pipe fittings.

 

 

What Are Press Jaws?

 

Press jaws are specialized tools used in conjunction with a press tool to create secure connections between copper pipes and fittings. They work by mechanically compressing the fitting around the pipe, forming a tight and reliable seal without the need for heat or solder. This method, known as press fitting, has become increasingly popular due to its efficiency and ease of use.

 

Benefits of Using Press Jaws for Copper

 

  1. Speed and Efficiency: Press fitting significantly reduces the time needed to join copper pipes compared to traditional soldering. This can be especially advantageous in large projects or situations where downtime needs to be minimized.

  2. Safety: Since press fitting doesn’t require an open flame or flux, it eliminates the risks associated with soldering, such as fire hazards and exposure to potentially harmful fumes.

  3. Reliability: Press fittings create strong, durable joints that are less prone to leaks. The consistent pressure applied by the press jaws ensures a uniform seal, which can be more reliable than soldered joints in some cases.

  4. Ease of Use: Even those with limited plumbing experience can achieve professional results with press jaws. The process is straightforward, reducing the learning curve associated with traditional soldering techniques.

  5. Versatility: Press jaws are compatible with various pipe sizes and types of fittings, making them a versatile tool for any plumbing toolkit.

 

How to Use Press Jaws for Copper Pipe Fittings

 

Step 1: Gather Your Tools and Materials

 

  • Press tool (manual, battery-powered, or electric)
  • Appropriate press jaws for the pipe size
  • Copper pipes and press fittings
  • Pipe cutter or hacksaw
  • Deburring tool
  • Measuring tape
  • Marker

 

Step 2: Prepare the Pipe

 

  1. Measure and Cut: Measure the length of pipe you need and use a pipe cutter or hacksaw to cut it to size. Ensure the cut is straight and clean.

  2. Deburr: Use a deburring tool to remove any burrs or rough edges from the cut end of the pipe. This step is crucial to ensure a proper seal and prevent damage to the O-rings inside the press fitting.

  3. Mark the Insertion Depth: Insert the pipe into the fitting until it bottoms out. Then, use a marker to draw a line around the pipe at the edge of the fitting. This mark will help you ensure that the pipe is fully inserted during pressing.

 

Step 3: Assemble and Press

 

  1. Attach the Press Jaw: Select the appropriate press jaw for the pipe size and attach it to the press tool.

  2. Position the Fitting: Slide the press fitting onto the pipe, ensuring it reaches the mark you made earlier.

  3. Align the Press Tool: Position the press jaw around the fitting, making sure it is properly aligned. The fitting should be centered in the jaw.

  4. Activate the Press Tool: Depending on your press tool type, either squeeze the handle or press the trigger to activate the tool. The press jaw will compress the fitting around the pipe, creating a secure connection.

  5. Inspect the Joint: Once the press is complete, inspect the joint to ensure the fitting is evenly compressed and the pipe is fully inserted. The fitting should not move on the pipe.

 

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

 

  • Regular Inspection: Check your press jaws and tool regularly for signs of wear or damage. Replace any worn parts to ensure consistent performance.
  • Cleanliness: Keep the press jaws and tool clean to prevent debris from interfering with the press mechanism.
  • Calibration: Some press tools may require periodic calibration to maintain proper pressure. Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions for details.

 

Conclusion

Press jaws for copper pipe fittings offer a modern, efficient, and safe alternative to traditional soldering methods. By following the steps outlined in this guide, you can achieve professional-quality plumbing joints with ease. Whether you're a seasoned professional or a DIY enthusiast, incorporating press fitting technology into your toolkit can save you time and enhance the reliability of your work. Happy plumbing!

 

Recommended Angled Press Jaws

 

There are several angled press jaws available in the market but our most popular sets are as follows.

 

Novopress Angled Jaws Set

 

The Novopress Angled Jaw Set, is tailored for copper metric sizes of up to 35mm. This set offers the choice between M Profile or V Profile, providing flexibility based on your needs. The kit includes angled adaptors suitable for both smaller 12V machines and larger 18V machines. The standout feature lies in the jaws’ ability to be rotated to the maximum angle, greatly enhancing usability in challenging installation spaces—especially in narrow or angled areas that are typically hard to access.

In the set you will get:

  • 15mm and 22mm sling
  • additional jaws up to 35mm (up charge inc.)
  • Novopress Angled Adaptor
  • 1 x Kitbox

 

REMS Angled Jaws Set

 

The REMS Angled Press Jaws offer versatility with options for 15mm and 22mm heads or 28mm and 35mm heads. Available in M Profile or V Profile, these jaws are designed for Mini-Press users, allowing pressing at any angle within a 180° range. This flexibility facilitates pressing in challenging spaces like against walls or inside shafts, making it easier to navigate restricted areas during plumbing tasks.

In this set you will get:

  • 15mm and 22mm sling
  • additional jaws up to 35mm (up charge inc.)
  • Angled Adaptor
  • 1 x Kitbox