This video is a quick look at how to assemble the Pro-Flex CSST system and a quick look into the rest of the product line. To certify, please click the following link: installers.pro...
Stuff works great. My experience with the 1" (Flak-Jacket), however is that the split ring (first washer in) does not go easily into the collet. You just might need to force the collet over it with a screwdriver, and it's OK to do this without the 2nd washer or O-ring being installed. You can then test that the collet screws at least loosely onto the fitting, and then unscrew from the fitting and install the solid washer and O-ring. And of course, the split washer has nothing to do with the gas seal itself - the O-ring mate-to-fitting does that - so go ahead and force the split ring in. I've not had any leaks of any kind. But the 1" Flak-jacket stuff is pretty stiff, so be prepared to spend some time putting the fittings on, which includes the time to remove some of the jacket, as the instructions say. Otherwise, real happy with the stuff. The Flak-Jacket is reassuringly tough, so it should work well for many years. For my uses, it eliminated the need for some elbows, which reduce the effective pipe length, for specific nipple lengths, and for unions, which can leak.
Just checked with the Pro-Flex people. The fourth piece is a "high-temperature gasket." It was pre-installed in my fittings when I received them new. In the replacement ring/gasket kit, there is a new gasket included. Maybe newer fittings come with it separately.
I purchased 1/2 flak jacket from Menards but none of the 1/2" fittings slide on the way you showed it. The tubing is too thick. Should I remove 10 valleys instead of 4 so it'll fit on?
@@anthonystella1819 I called the hotline number and apparently they changed their design (even though they say they have never changed the design) but inventory doesn't turn over quickly and many stores still have the old stock. Yes, you just cut away the extra valleys and it does the trick.
@nickdeliso7026 interesting, I thought code prohibited galvanized everywhere in the US since it can flake. We just paint the black pipe on the west coast and it holds up. Cheers
@@TH-camUserNumber1 That was my plan, but I called the county and was told that was how it had to be. Had to return all the black pipe and buy galvanized. The rain and constant humidity down here is brutal. Thanks!
I need help. Will be running Proflex thru attic, and come out the eaves. What do I need and how do I connect to black pipe so I can come down to wall to propane tank? Thanks in advance. NAD
There are several ways to transition to black pipe. Given your scenario I might suggest using a stub out to transition past the eaves and tie into black pipe at that point. Feel free to give us a call should you have any questions during the process.
Pro-Flex CSST is not approved for use in RV's or other mobile applications. The listing for CSST states: This standard applies to fuel gas piping systems using corrugated stainless steel tubing (CSST), intended for installation in residential, commercial, or industrial buildings...
@@pro-flex7142 thanks for the reply, it's good to get that information from multiple resources. I emailed in and they responded same answer. Thanks again for the reply! Dan
No dope or tape of any kind is needed, nor should it EVER be used on the CSST itself. Only on the NPT fittings should you use dope, tape, or whatever you usually use. For me, Pro-Dope works like a charm all by itself. (I don't get anything from anyone for mentioning it by name, and I have used it for years on gas pipe).
"Bumping it" is not going to make it leak. Nor is "bumping" the corrugated hose between your stove or dryer and the gas supply. But you should not be surprised that it's not as tough as black pipe.
Pro-Flex CSST is not approved for direct burial. It can, however, be run underground when sleeved by an approved conduit. Perhaps looking at our Pro-Poly underground offering would be a better fit for your application.
I do not recommend this product. If you are not a licensed Master Gas fitter you should NOT be doing gas work. Everything he says about metal to metal fittings is a crock of malarkey. They are by far a far superior product to proflex. I cant count the number of times I have found this crap with leaks all over it. Do not do gas work yourself!!! You are going to blow something up or burn it down and God forbid maime or kill somebody. Use and expert who is licensed and insured to install gas lines and I wouldnt give two cents for proflex gas line. Ask them to provide or show you their license too. I cant count the number of times of found leaks or incorrect fittings not apporved for pressurized gas that were installed by plumbers or homeowners that had no business doing gas work. Never let a plumber or electrician do gas work unless they are certified and licensed and insured!!! And I am a licensed Master Gas Fitter with 23 years of experience. Ive seen damn near eveything but still find ridiculous and dangerous stuff that people had no business doing all the time.
I beg to differ. Pro-Flex CSST is not crap. I read the instructions carefully, got the card (I know, it's not hard to get that card), but my pipe and fittings all passed the town inspector's pressure test with flying colors (no drop in pressure at all). But I do agree that you had better know what you're doing with this stuff! Gas is dangerous. BTW when doing the work, which also included running 50 feet of 1" black pipe, I found a tiny gas leak on the utility side of the meter that had probably been there for years. The gas company tech thanked me for finding it and fixed it in a jif. And I had full permits for both the electrical and gas work that I did (installing a standby generator). It's now over 2 years later and no leaks of any kind. Also, to repeat what I've said before, Flak-Jacket insulation is pretty tough stuff. Obviously not as tough as black pipe, but neither are the flexible dryer and range hoses, which aren't as tough as Flak-Jacket. Just sayin'.
I don't get your point. Unions are probably more likely to leak than Flak-Jacket, when properly installed. The point of CSST, of course, is that it's flexible. It certainly ain't cheap.
Stuff works great. My experience with the 1" (Flak-Jacket), however is that the split ring (first washer in) does not go easily into the collet. You just might need to force the collet over it with a screwdriver, and it's OK to do this without the 2nd washer or O-ring being installed. You can then test that the collet screws at least loosely onto the fitting, and then unscrew from the fitting and install the solid washer and O-ring. And of course, the split washer has nothing to do with the gas seal itself - the O-ring mate-to-fitting does that - so go ahead and force the split ring in. I've not had any leaks of any kind. But the 1" Flak-jacket stuff is pretty stiff, so be prepared to spend some time putting the fittings on, which includes the time to remove some of the jacket, as the instructions say. Otherwise, real happy with the stuff. The Flak-Jacket is reassuringly tough, so it should work well for many years. For my uses, it eliminated the need for some elbows, which reduce the effective pipe length, for specific nipple lengths, and for unions, which can leak.
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I love this stuff. So easy to work with.
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Getting some tomorrow. Never using homeflex again.
For Flak Jacket do you need to bond it to the panel? I really like that you have to worry less about electric issues with this black version.
I bought the kit.......why doesn't the slide ring fit over the supplied hose?
If for some reason you needed to put 2 runs of CSST in the same trench, is there a required or suggested separation distance?
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Hi can we use grey quick connect natural gas barbecue hose to natural gas cooktop?
The stuff that Lowe's carry says 5 psi max? Is this true? How can u test it with 15 psi if this true?
That's just what it's been certified for. He cranked it up for this demo to show how good the fittings are with hand tighten only.
My kits come with 4 pieces, not 3. There's an additional washer the jagged end makes contact with.
Just checked with the Pro-Flex people. The fourth piece is a "high-temperature gasket." It was pre-installed in my fittings when I received them new. In the replacement ring/gasket kit, there is a new gasket included. Maybe newer fittings come with it separately.
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Where can in get that strut pump that connects to my test gage??
Reach out to your regional and they can get you taken care of.
I would stick to using wrought iron or gas tite. That o ring on pro flex seems like a weak point that could leak.
What do I use to cut the flex pipe?
Pro-Flex offers a stainless steel tubing cutter, however, any tubing cutter you have would work just fine.
I purchased 1/2 flak jacket from Menards but none of the 1/2" fittings slide on the way you showed it. The tubing is too thick. Should I remove 10 valleys instead of 4 so it'll fit on?
It's been 9 months since your post... what did you end up doing? I am having the same issue.
@@anthonystella1819 I called the hotline number and apparently they changed their design (even though they say they have never changed the design) but inventory doesn't turn over quickly and many stores still have the old stock. Yes, you just cut away the extra valleys and it does the trick.
So I’m running this thru the attic, and down an outside wall, connecting to galvanized pipe. Do I need the stub out to go thru the wall to stove?
Galvanized pipe should not be used for fuel gas systems.
@@TH-camUserNumber1 Down in Florida black pipe will rust quickly. Galvanized is code here. Go figure.
@nickdeliso7026 interesting, I thought code prohibited galvanized everywhere in the US since it can flake. We just paint the black pipe on the west coast and it holds up. Cheers
@@TH-camUserNumber1 That was my plan, but I called the county and was told that was how it had to be. Had to return all the black pipe and buy galvanized. The rain and constant humidity down here is brutal. Thanks!
Hi, how to buy this tube from any site
It is hard to find, and even harder to find by the foot. But do some searches.
I can't find the product anywhere; particularly the 1" dia size. Anyone know where there is a source in Olympia Wa?
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I need help. Will be running Proflex thru attic, and come out the eaves. What do I need and how do I connect to black pipe so I can come down to wall to propane tank? Thanks in advance.
NAD
There are several ways to transition to black pipe. Given your scenario I might suggest using a stub out to transition past the eaves and tie into black pipe at that point. Feel free to give us a call should you have any questions during the process.
@@pro-flex7142 Thank you. Can you let me know exactly what parts I need to order? Much appreciated.
@@dastick66 Might be easiest to give us a call.
@@pro-flex7142 what number do I call and who do I speak with? Thank you!
I am in Kenya and I want to learn more abt this and I have a shop I am gas vendor so I want to advance in the business
Is this the same as homeflex?
It is a different brand than homeflex. Note that the fittings are NOT compatible between brands.
Can Pro Flex be used in RV's?
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Pro-Flex CSST is not approved for use in RV's or other mobile applications. The listing for CSST states: This standard applies to fuel gas piping systems using corrugated stainless steel tubing (CSST), intended for installation in residential, commercial, or industrial buildings...
@@pro-flex7142 thanks for the reply, it's good to get that information from multiple resources. I emailed in and they responded same answer. Thanks again for the reply! Dan
Where do you purchase the o-ring loader?
@@moevice8933 completely unnecessary. Use gloves if you think you'll get cut.
Will I still have to use dope or does this eliminates that step?
No dope or tape of any kind is needed, nor should it EVER be used on the CSST itself. Only on the NPT fittings should you use dope, tape, or whatever you usually use. For me, Pro-Dope works like a charm all by itself. (I don't get anything from anyone for mentioning it by name, and I have used it for years on gas pipe).
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If another trade bumping it is going to make it leak then it ain't very good to start with
"Bumping it" is not going to make it leak. Nor is "bumping" the corrugated hose between your stove or dryer and the gas supply. But you should not be surprised that it's not as tough as black pipe.
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Is this what trac pipe used to be?
No sir, Pro-Flex is a completely different line of CSST from the Tracpipe line.
Can p r o flx be used under ground?
Pro-Flex CSST is not approved for direct burial. It can, however, be run underground when sleeved by an approved conduit. Perhaps looking at our Pro-Poly underground offering would be a better fit for your application.
You talk to much we just wanna see how to do it, no history lessons or abc school scenarios. Less talking more walking
I do not recommend this product. If you are not a licensed Master Gas fitter you should NOT be doing gas work. Everything he says about metal to metal fittings is a crock of malarkey. They are by far a far superior product to proflex. I cant count the number of times I have found this crap with leaks all over it. Do not do gas work yourself!!! You are going to blow something up or burn it down and God forbid maime or kill somebody. Use and expert who is licensed and insured to install gas lines and I wouldnt give two cents for proflex gas line. Ask them to provide or show you their license too. I cant count the number of times of found leaks or incorrect fittings not apporved for pressurized gas that were installed by plumbers or homeowners that had no business doing gas work. Never let a plumber or electrician do gas work unless they are certified and licensed and insured!!! And I am a licensed Master Gas Fitter with 23 years of experience. Ive seen damn near eveything but still find ridiculous and dangerous stuff that people had no business doing all the time.
I beg to differ. Pro-Flex CSST is not crap. I read the instructions carefully, got the card (I know, it's not hard to get that card), but my pipe and fittings all passed the town inspector's pressure test with flying colors (no drop in pressure at all). But I do agree that you had better know what you're doing with this stuff! Gas is dangerous. BTW when doing the work, which also included running 50 feet of 1" black pipe, I found a tiny gas leak on the utility side of the meter that had probably been there for years. The gas company tech thanked me for finding it and fixed it in a jif. And I had full permits for both the electrical and gas work that I did (installing a standby generator).
It's now over 2 years later and no leaks of any kind.
Also, to repeat what I've said before, Flak-Jacket insulation is pretty tough stuff. Obviously not as tough as black pipe, but neither are the flexible dryer and range hoses, which aren't as tough as Flak-Jacket. Just sayin'.
@PJBeee and your credentials are what exactly?? That you installed it one time?
@@marcusaurelius9631 No. I've installed it two times. And I would have the same comments if I'd installed it 100 times.
It's not a bad product but it is a one time use so please stop using this as unions, sincerely plumbers everywhere 👍🏻
I've zero issues disconnecting and reconnecting when working on the unit? Deff not a 1 time use. Lighter leak tested and all.
I don't get your point. Unions are probably more likely to leak than Flak-Jacket, when properly installed. The point of CSST, of course, is that it's flexible. It certainly ain't cheap.