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Copper M-Press Female Straight: No Heat Near Seals or Plastics (video guide)

The copper M-press female straight from MaxHeatUFH goes from copper tube to a female thread in a straight line. Press it on and screw in a valve, pump union, drain cock or tank connector, with no heat near seals or plastic parts.

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The copper M-press female straight from MaxHeatUFH goes from copper tube to a female thread in a straight line. Press it on and screw in a valve, pump union, drain cock or tank connector, with no heat near seals or plastic parts.

Watch the full video and the quick version below, and download the data sheet and install manual for the exact specification.

Key facts

  • Copper tube to female thread, straight
  • Takes a valve, pump union, drain cock or tank connector
  • 11 sizes, 15mm x 1/2" to 54mm x 2"
  • Includes 15mm x 3/4" and 22mm x 1/2"
  • 54mm x 2" is box only

How to fit it

  1. Seal the threaded end in the normal way. Only the tube end is pressed
  2. Cut the tube square and deburr it
  3. Mark the insertion depth and push in to the mark
  4. Press with the same-size M-profile jaw
  5. Check the joint is pressed, then pressure test and check for weeps

Buy it

The Copper M-Press Female Straight is available from MaxHeatUFH. Order by 12pm on a working day for next working day UK delivery. Trade customers see their trade price when logged in.

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Watch the video and download the documents

Watch how each part works and how to fit it, and download its data sheet and install manual.

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