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    Mar 12, 2012, 10:31 AM
    Can I prebend PEX?
    Cab I prebend PEX tubing at an elevated temperature?
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    Mar 12, 2012, 12:10 PM
    No, you do not heat PEX to bend it. It should bend to an arc radii of approximately 12" which insures it will not crimp.This is at room temp. Do not heat it to bend it in a tighter arc.
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