How to Install CSST Fittings

Two ways to connect flexible natural gas and propane pipes.
Corrugated Stainless Steel Tubing, or CSST, is a flexible tubing used to supply natural gas and propane in buildings. Compression fittings are used to make transitions between pipes. Here’s how they work...

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[TheDeuceofSpades]

I think this is the most perfect no bs video I've ever seen. I wish more people would give directions this. Thank you.

[ChrisRI]

Used Home Flex and here's what I learned 1. Make damn sure the cut is absolutely clean because burs will cause leaks and might rip up the fiber washer as well. 2. After the fitting is installed and you're ready to make connections always always always use the best pipe dope and Teflon plumber's tape on the male threads. I unfortunately followed the advice of purist plumbers using just pipe dope and had leaks that were so minor they were undetectable using soapy water. The best way to do this is to first apply a thin coat of dope followed by the yellow Teflon plumber's tape. Wrap the tape so you have 2 layers and in the proper direction so it doesn't bunch up. 3. Take the time to do this all as perfect as you can because it will save you mega hours chasing down leaks caused by sloppy work.

[rsz]

Nice!! The first video I accidentally found showing both Pro-Flex and Home-Flex together.

[oldtruthteller]

Excellent. Straight forward information and demonstration. No BS wasted time.

[toddcontino]

My favorite part was the heavy background music haha 🤘🏼😎

[garybrown]

when cutting csst beware the cut part is sharp, like a razor ! i slipped up last week & an still healing. csst fittings seal properly when hand torqued.

[briansmyla]

Just an observation, the slip joint pliers are being used backwards in the video.

[Farwander]

Great video. Perfectly clear and informative. Thank you.

[johnh]

can you interchange home flex and pro flex fittings ? thank you

[davidpiccolo]

Did you use the same pipe for both of those fitting styles

[athebaar]

I am wondering why the maximum torque the installer is allowed to apply is not mentioned.

[ronjames]

Can you tell me exactly what I need from proflex to get form the 3/4" csst line to 1" black pipe? I've searched for days.

[waynenocton]

Wow, this is the only video I ever seen recommending 1/4 turn past hand tight, I see so many of these over tightened, it’s an oring, why do people crank so hard on them…

[fouroakfarm]

This stuff is a hell of a lot easier than black iron pipe

[aquimanhero]

How long do those rubber rings last before they dry rot and leak? Would it help to put Tplus2 paste on there?

[lazer]

These fittings leak easy. I find them with damaged pieces leaking all the time. .
Gastite is the best. Pinches cast hard making a durable connection.

[rpsmith]

When using Channellock Pliers as in this video, put them on the opposite way he showed you!

[winstonian]

I have to run Home Flex Underground pipe (or the equivalent) to a gazebo about 70 feet from my BBQ connection. I'm planning on burying it. Should I be increasing the diameter of the piping to handle a run of that length? Advice is appreciated!

[anthonycox]

Saw an add for Bondic preceding this video.... don't bother ---

[greyjay]

No matter how convenient flex tubing might be, I do not trust it. Black iron or traditional
copper tubing are my choices. Flex tubing is too vulnerable to damage, and connecting
the fittings looks hinky to me. Things can go wrong.