Jun 14, 2005 · Anyone using pex water line for compressed air lines in there shop?

Dec 11, 2008 · Anybody ever run PEX for their air lines in the shop. Got about 3 weeks off coming up and am looking to plumb some air lines. I ran steel at the old house but thought with pex I …

Dec 12, 2008 · If your looking to use a flexible air tubing to plumb your shop why not use air brake hose. Get a spool of Synflex DOT rated truck air brake hose and plumb away. It is rated for air, …

Dec 14, 2008 · There are nylon type lines as mentioned already that are designed to handle the pressure and oils etc for pneumatic service. Aluminum is also available. It is REALLY nice, but …

Dec 21, 2008 · At least that's my interpretation of what is happening--I hear air continuing to flow thru the pipes for a second after I stop the tool. Otherwise I am very happy with my air line …

Aug 26, 2018 · Glad to see this topic being discussed! I am considering using Pex to pipe up my shop air too. A couple of years ago I plumbed a friends garage for hot and cold water using …

Aug 25, 2018 · When I got my own shop (about five miles away) I ran copper air lines. The moisture problem disappeared. I guess it depends what your needs are but dry air is much …

Aug 3, 2014 · All of these are to help prevent moisture transfer. If you plan on using a lot of air and/ or delicate air-operated equipment, consider a refrigerated air dryer. I ran hundreds of …

Aug 26, 2013 · It is my "intent" (key word) to plumb my pole barn for air on my next trip home. I've read a number of posts here, and know that PVC is not the way to go, so metal pipe is …

Aug 25, 2018 · Problem with using PEX for air lines was obtaining (locally) fittings that married 1/2" PEX to 1/4" NPT that most air line couplers use. Might just be a local thing., consequently …