Using plastic PEX with brass fixtures

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donl1150

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I am wondering if I need to use teflon tape on the threads of a brass fixture when connecting to a female plastic PEX connector? or vice versa....

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Fittings with tapered pipe threads ALWAYS require some sort of sealant. Now, if there's a plastic fitting involved, and you choose pipe dope, make sure it is compatible with a plastic fitting, not all are. Otherwise, use tape to make the seal.
 
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