Needed to change some tank parts for my toilet ........

Wanted to shut water off from valve .... turned knob, and it broke off.
(luckily no water leak)

I have what I believe is called a compression valve.
Old type, probably 4 or 5 turns to shut off water.

I will replace with newer 1/4 turn valve.

Went to Lowe's to purchase and noticed a new type ......
just push into place, no tightening or anything.

Anyone familiar with these ?
Do you use these instead of compression type ?

Any other advice or brand name (the one that broke was approx 14yrs old)

Thanks
Danna

speedball1

Hey Danna,

You're looking for a Sharkbite 1/4 turn Angle Stop, (see image) They will replace your old compression type angle stop. Of course you will have to remove the old compression nut and ferule first. Good luck, Tom

Attached Images

 

dannac

Thanks for reply .....

do you reccommend using this type vs compression type ?

How would one of these shark types be changed in future?

KeepItSimpleStupid

A few things Tom forgot:

There is a compression ferule removal tool out there. It's necessary to remove the ring.

Yes, there are Sharkbite fittings. They require a removal tool as well.

There is another type of stop which you basically push the back to release the tension.

They all work.

dannac

Removing ferrule .... will that leave an indention or marking on the copper that could cause a problem with the sharkbite fitting.

If enough copper is extended, would it be easier to just cut off old valve ?

Milo Dolezal

Good point: the pipe has to be nice and round, with no indentation. Otherwise, you will have to cut it off. Always, clean the cut so you don't have high point and/or sharp edge

For removing ferrule nut: use proper tool

Yes, these Push-in type valves are ok to use. Home Depot carries BrassCraft brand.

speedball1

Thanks for the back up Kiss,
Her's what one looks like. (see image) Good luck, Tom

Attached Images

 

afaroo

Hell Dannac,

Every on gave excellent advice, I will add mine also, see the images for the compression ferule removal tool, the other push type angle valve as KeepItsimpleStupid says this one doesn't not tool for removal just push the black plastic in, and also the removal tool for the Sharkbite. If you decide to use these type make sure you have enough pipe for installation, good luck.

John

Attached Images

   

KeepItSimpleStupid

Tom:

Your welcome. As you get older, you can't remember everything.

afaroo:

I think your taking lessons from Speedball and massplumber. Keep up the good work. You summed it up well.

afaroo

Hi KeepitSimpleStupid,

I am taking lessons from all of you, Thanks.

John