Press Fittings Built for Speed, Strength, and System Integrity
Discover Sahm Horizon’s full line of copper and stainless steel press fittings—engineered for fast, flame-free installations across plumbing, HVAC, and industrial piping systems. Whether you’re working in residential, commercial, or corrosive environments, we deliver press-fit reliability that lasts.
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Stainless Steel Press Fittings
Stainless steel press fittings are also widely used in HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning)
systems for their reliability, ease of installation, and ability to handle high pressures and temperatures.
Here are the common types of stainless steel press fittings specifically used in HVAC systems:
1. Press Coupling
Purpose: Connects two straight sections of HVAC piping for heating or cooling systems.
Application: Used in air ducts, chilled water lines, or refrigerant lines.
2. Press Elbow (90° and 45°)
Purpose: Provides a change in direction for HVAC pipes, typically for circulating water, refrigerant, or steam.
3. Press Tee
Purpose: Creates a three-way connection, allowing fluid or gas to flow in multiple directions within an HVAC system.
4. Press Reducer
Purpose: Reduces the pipe size in HVAC systems to control flow rates and pressures.
Application: Used when moving from larger to smaller diameter pipes in cooling or heating systems.
5. Press End Cap
Purpose: Closes off the end of a stainless steel pipe, sealing the HVAC system.
Application: Used to seal unused pipe ends, especially during system testing and commissioning.
6. Press Adapter (Male/Female)
Purpose: Connects press fittings to threaded components like HVAC valves, pumps, or regulators.
Application: Commonly used when HVAC systems need to transition between press-fitted pipes and threaded mechanical equipment.
7. Press Ball Valve
Purpose: Controls the flow of water or refrigerant in HVAC systems.
Application: Used for isolating or shutting off sections of the system, such as during maintenance or repair.
8. Press Union
Purpose: Allows for easy disconnection of pipes for maintenance or repair in HVAC systems.
Application: Ideal for systems that require regular access or maintenance, such as cooling towers or air-handling units.
9. Press Slip Coupling
Purpose: Allows for easy installation and connection of pipes in tight or confined spaces.
Application: Common in retrofit HVAC installations or repairs where pipes may need to be adjusted without fully cutting them.
10. Press Elbow with Drain
Purpose: Allows for directional change in the pipe while incorporating a drainage point.
Application: Used in heating systems where condensation or excess liquid needs to be drained.
11. Press Flange Adapter
Purpose: Connects press-fitted pipes to flanged components, such as HVAC fans or heat exchangers.
Application: Used for secure connections to equipment that requires a flanged interface, like chillers or boilers.
12. Press Vent Fittings
Purpose: Special fittings designed to incorporate air vents in HVAC systems.
Application: Used in heating systems to release trapped air, preventing airlock and improving system efficiency.
13. Press Transition Fitting (PEX/Copper to Stainless Steel)
Purpose: Connects stainless steel press fittings to other materials like copper or PEX pipes in HVAC systems.
Application: Ideal for multi-material HVAC systems where different piping materials are used.
14. Press Bypass Valve
Purpose: Diverts flow to a bypass line in the system for temperature control or pressure balancing.
Application: Often used in complex HVAC systems to balance flow rates or control temperature in zoned heating or cooling systems.
15. Press Tee with Drain
Purpose: Combines a Tee fitting with a drainage option.
Application: Used in HVAC systems where routine maintenance requires draining a section of the system.
16. Press Saddle Tee
Purpose: Allows for the creation of a branch connection to an existing pipe without cutting it.
Application: Used in HVAC retrofitting where adding new lines is necessary without interrupting the main flow.
17. Press Flexible Connector
Purpose: Accommodates expansion, contraction, or vibration in HVAC systems.
Application: Commonly installed in systems near compressors or pumps to reduce strain from system movement.
18. Press Cross Fitting
Purpose: Connects four pipes in a cross configuration, allowing fluid or gas to flow from multiple directions.
Application: Used in large HVAC installations for efficient flow distribution.
19. Press Manifold
Purpose: Distributes water, air, or refrigerant from a single source to multiple outlets in HVAC systems.
Application: Common in hydronic heating systems or zoned HVAC applications where multiple branches are required.
20. Press Swing Check Valve
Purpose: Prevents backflow in an HVAC system by allowing fluid to flow in only one direction.
Application: Common in hydronic heating or cooling loops to prevent reverse flow of water or refrigerant.
21. Press Expansion Joint
Purpose: Allows for expansion and contraction in piping systems due to temperature changes.
Application: Frequently used in heating and cooling lines to accommodate thermal expansion.
22. Press Reducing Elbow
Purpose: Provides a directional change while also reducing the pipe size.
Application: Ideal for space-constrained HVAC systems that require directional changes and size reduction.
23. Press Inspection Port
Purpose: Provides an access point for visual inspection of fluid or air systems.
Application: Installed in HVAC systems where regular monitoring of the flow or pressure is required.
24. Press Insulated Fittings
Purpose: Fittings with insulation to reduce heat loss or gain in HVAC systems.
Application: Ideal for hot water or chilled water lines to maintain temperature efficiency.
Copper Press Fittings
Copper press fittings are commonly used in plumbing and heating systems to join copper pipes without the need for soldering. These fittings are pressed onto the pipe with a special tool to create a strong, leak-proof connection. Here are the common types of copper press fittings:
1. Press Coupling
Purpose: Joins two sections of copper pipe together in a straight line.
Variants: Available in regular or slip versions (which allow movement to accommodate pipe length changes).
2. Press Elbow (90° or 45°)
Purpose: Allows the pipe to change direction, either by 90 degrees or 45 degrees.
Variants: 90-degree elbows are more common, but 45-degree versions are used for less abrupt turns.
3. Press Tee
Purpose: Allows for the connection of three pipes at a junction in a “T” shape.
Variants: Standard tees (equal outlets) or reducing tees (one or more outlets smaller than the main run).
4. Press Reducer
Purpose: Connects pipes of different diameters, allowing for a reduction in pipe size.
Variants: Can reduce from a larger pipe to a smaller one.
5. Press Cap
Purpose: Used to close off or seal the end of a copper pipe.
Variants: Available in various sizes to fit different pipe diameters.
6. Press Adapter (Male/Female)
Purpose: Transitions between copper press fittings and threaded pipes or fixtures.
Male Adapter: Has external threads.
Female Adapter: Has internal threads.
7. Press Union
Purpose: Connects two pipes while allowing them to be easily disconnected for maintenance or repair.
Variants: Available in various sizes for different pipe diameters.
8. Press Ball Valve
Purpose: A valve that allows for the flow of water to be controlled or shut off. Press ball valves are installed using press fittings on each side.
Variants: Full port or reduced port depending on system needs.
9. Press Stop End
Purpose: Used to permanently or temporarily cap a press-fitted system. It can be removed when needed.
10. Press Slip Coupling
Purpose: Provides flexibility by allowing the pipe to slide inside the fitting, useful for tight spaces or repairs.
11. Press Cross
Purpose: Connects four pipes at right angles in a cross configuration, commonly used in sprinkler systems or other multi-line setups.
12. Press Bends (Offset Bends)
Purpose: Provides smooth directional changes in the pipe, often used for installations where an offset in the piping layout is needed.
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