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Can PEX be used for aboveground outdoor applications?

April 26, 2017aboveground applications Outdoor pex Used

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Can PEX be used for aboveground outdoor applications?

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No. PEX is currently designed for indoor and buried applications only and is not recommended for outdoor, aboveground use. Short exposures to sunlight during construction are permissible, but should not exceed the manufacturer’s recommendations. PEX should be stored under cover, shielded from direct sunlight or in the original packaging. In the future, PEX products rated for outdoor use may be developed.