Posted by Steve@Advance on February 04, 2022 at 18:14:04 from (99.190.215.237):
In Reply to: Shop Air Line posted by danofarming on February 04, 2022 at 16:26:40:
Regular plumbing PEX is not officially approved for air, but it is being used without issue.
Two things it does not like, heat, as in close to a compressor where the air could still be hot, and direct sun light supposedly degrades it.
If you use it, you will be much happier buying sticks instead of rolls. It tends to take a set being rolled and is difficult to run straight. Also use lots of straps or it will sag, something you don't want as it will create water traps.
Shark Bite push in fittings are very expensive. Best buy the crimper, it will immediately pay for itself.
I would recommend using ridged pipe for the drops.
There are many diagrams and how to's on Youtube for running air line to get the best moisture control. All drops should come off the top of the main lines, and everything should slope back toward the tank. If that is not possible, there should be drain traps wherever needed.
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