In residential and commercial buildings, traditional gas and propane distribution has relied on rigid metal pipes like black steel and copper. These methods require specialized, labor-intensive work: steel involves slow cutting and threading, while copper demands meticulous soldering or brazing. Both systems are rigid, necessitating numerous fittings for any change in direction, with each joint representing a potential leak point. Furthermore, steel is prone to corrosion over time, and copper's price volatility and risk of job-site theft add significant cost and uncertainty to projects. PEX-AL-PEX is engineered to overcome these specific limitations. Its flexible, multi-layer design eliminates most elbow fittings required for copper and steel, allowing for faster, continuous runs that easily navigate around obstacles. Unlike steel, its PEX layers are completely corrosion-proof. The aluminum core provides a critical gas permeation barrier and allows the pipe to hold its shape when bent—a key advantage over both rigid metal and standard PEX. This combination of flexibility, durability, and speed makes PEX-AL-PEX a safer, more reliable, and ultimately more cost-effective alternative.
