SharkBite Max 1/2 x 1/2 x 3/8 Stop Push-to-Connect Tee an innovative solution for pipe connections, requiring half the insertion effort while withstanding double the burst pressure. This fitting features a newly designed stainless-steel retainer that enhances strength and durability, supporting a 250-psi pressure rating. Its re-engineered body allows for easier pipe insertion without the need for a PEX tube liner. Installation is quick and simple, requiring no soldering, clamps, unions, glue, or special tools. It is compatible with PEX, copper, CPVC, PE-RT, and HDPE pipes, making it versatile for various plumbing needs. After installation, the fitting can be rotated for quick adjustments, and removal is just as effortless with a disconnect tool, enabling fittings and valves to be changed or reused efficiently. SharkBite Max fittings are the fastest option d to other conventional plumbing methods and represent an advancement over first-generation SharkBite push-to-connect products.