12 best pex floor heats

• Genuine PEX GUY Brand plates
• Proudly Made in USA
• 24 inch long (2ft) Aluminum Plates for 1/2" PEX piping
• Dimensions: 24" Long x 4.31" Wide x .016" Thick
• 0.016 Thick High Quality Aluminum Heat Transfer Plates

User questions & answers

Question:	how to install
Answer:	There are too many ways to install heat transfer plates for radiant heating depending on your situation and application, consult your radiant heating contractor on what is best for your application. I will discuss the most common 2 methods for you to have an idea/guide.1. Staple UpTubing is attached to the underside of the existing subfloor. Aluminum plates can be used to spread the heat evenly under the subfloor. Insulation is placed in the joist space beneath the tubing. A 2 inch air space is usually left between the insulation and the bottom of the subfloor. If aluminum plates are used which significantly cover the underside of the subfloor, the insulation may be pushed up tight against the plates. Obviously, care must be taken when nailing any floor covering from above. Wood screws are typically used to attach the plate to the underside of the subfloor but nail gun works fine as well.2. Subfloor PlatesAluminum plates supported by wood or plastic spacers contain channels which accept tubing. These plates spread the heat uniformaly beneath the finished floor. Hardwood floors can be nailed directly to the subfloor plates or carpet and pad placed over the plates. It is also possible to nail a second subfloor over the plates for a smoother finish for vinyl areas. A cement board is used when tile or stone is to be installed. Particle board is not recommended as a subfloor.
Question:	can this product be stappled up
Answer:	Yes it can. I useed my 18 gauge stapler with 1/2" staples and made quick work of the project. I put staples every few inches to get a good heat transfer from the pannel to my sub-floor. If there is a space btween your pannel and the floor your wasring heat energy.
Question:	Is a 3/4 inch curve in these plates available
Answer:	Unfortunately no.
Question:	how wide are these
Answer:	4-3/8" exactly. They are made with 5" plates and after the machine makes the curve, it will be 4-3/8" wide. Hope that is helpful

Product features

PEX GUY 2 ft Long Aluminum Heat Transfer Plates (100 pcs)

These PEX GUY Aluminum Heat Transfer Plates are for 1/2″ PEX piping to help distribute the heat evenly throughout your radiant heat flooring. The PEX piping lays into the grooves of these plates and helps distribute the heat more evenly under your floor.

Specifications

• Manufactured at ISO 9001
• Compliant with AB1953 (No Lead / Lead Free laws) in the USA

Made In The U.S.A.

All of the heat plates are proudly made in the U.S.A.

Manufactured with high quality aluminum

Dimensions

24 inches Long

4.31 inches Wide

.016 inches Thic

Residential & Commercial Applications

Perfect for under-floor heating systems in residential, commercial and industrial settings.

All PEX

Will fit and can be used on any type of PEX piping (SDR-9 sizing standard) for use in North America.

Viega, Wisbro, Uponor, Watts, ReHau, Efield, Everhot, Zurn, Nibco, Bow, etc

• Reliable – resistant to cracks, uninterrupted hot water flow, maintenance free, long life expectancy
• Performance - prevents oxygen and foreign elements from penetrating heating system to help maintain corrosion resistance of metal parts
• Flexible - ability to bend pipe making it easy to work with the bend radius of 5 feet
• Markings - PEX tubing markings unique feature imprints common standards and ratings making it easy to understand tubing properties
• PEX Type: PEX B / Color: 1 x Red / PEX Tubing Size: 1/2 Inch / Coiled: Yes / Total Length: 1 x 1000 Feet / Outside Diameter: 0.625 Inch / Inside Diameter: 0.475 Inch / Pressure Ratings: 80psi @ 200F, 100psi @ 180F, 160psi @ 73F

User questions & answers

Question:	Can this be used for potable water
Answer:	If the receiver on the opener is 318 MHz frequency it should in theory work
Question:	Is the bending radius 5 feet or 5 inches? It says feet, but that sounds like a typo
Answer:	Yes it does. I no longer use it because I had to have a new garage door opener installed and I couldn't get it to work.
Question:	Does this tubing have the aproved (certified) US standards marked on the tubing
Answer:	The remote that you have here will only open one door. You have a "open" "stop" and "close" on this remote. If you are looking for a remote that will open three differnt doors i would go with a remote with a item number of 8833TC. This remote will have a selecter that has A, B, and C to open doors 1, 2, and 3. In order for this remote to work you will have to make sure all three garage door openers are the same brand. Hopefuuly this will answer your question.
Question:	The description says class a. Does that mean it's a pex
Answer:	Sorry, I don't know if that remote could be compatible with your own system. You have to check frequency and coding.

• Reliable quality- Color: Red Nominal Diameter: 1/2"; Total Length: 1000ft. Outside Diameter: 0.625"; Inner Diameter: 0.475"; Keep quick & smooth hot/cold water flows. Made of PEX material,crack-resistant, leak-proof
• Diverse use scenario - Suit for home & commercial use, like: radiant floor heat system, solar water heater system, central air-conditioning piping system etc. Structural concrete slabs, Non-structural slabs, Staple-up
• Robust o2 resistant - Unique EVOH layer, stop O2 into the tube, protect metal components from corrosion. Heating system's service time can be greatly lengthened. Smooth inner pipe, anti- scaling quality, increase heat dissipation efficiency
• Effortless installation - Compatible with different connection system & floor type, such as: Crimp connection system (crimp tool + crimp rings + crimp fittings); Cinch (clamp) connection system (cinch tool + St. steel clamps + crimp fittings)
• Premium flexibility - Min.5" bending radius, easy to bend for different ground situation. Big pressure capacity: 80psi @ 200℉, 100psi @ 180℉, 160psi @ 73℉. Thus to ensure its good temperature resistant, crack- & leakage-proof.

User questions & answers

Question:	There is no wording on my 1/2" oxygen barrier "Happybuy" pipe. Why and is this an inspection issue
Answer:	sure
Question:	What makes this Pex pipe not suitable for potable water application or open direct systems where you don't drink from the hot water only bathe/wash
Answer:	As far as I know I have used PEX out to my dock for drinking water. No problems as yet.
Question:	Did anyone else have issues with not receiving all of their order? We ordered (3) 1000 foot rolls and we only received
Answer:	I ordered 3 and onnly got 2 at first but after contacting the shipping company they found the other one
Question:	Thinking of using in our 1600 sq ft shop.....how many rolls are suggested
Answer:	You are asking the wrong question. You need to know how much heat you will need on the coldest day, how well insulated is the slab, how warm are you going to keep the shop, how big a boiler are you going to need? then you can start figuring out the pex spacing which will tell you how many feet you need. Go to heatinghelp.com in the area called the 'wall', the site has many experts who will help if your questions are thought out, good luck,

Product features

1/2" 1000ft PEX Tube

Industrial-grade pex tubing, crack-resistant, leakage-proof and anti-aging after long year's use. Nominal Diameter: 1/2"; Tube Length: 1000ft, longer than normal products

EVOH Oxygen Barrier

resistant to high temperature or cold weather. No leakage worry, dual used as radiant heating tube or potable water pipe.

5" Bending Radius

Expands and shrinks with temperature changes and support freeze resistant, this tube is with min.5" bending radius(industry standard for 1/2" pipe) and excellent flexibility.

Different Tube Connections

Can be connected in many ways: Crimp connection system(crimp tool + rings + fittings).; Cinch (clamp) connection system; Press system(by Viega); Compression PEX Fittings.

Compatible Install Method

Suitable for many floors, like: (non-) structural concrete slabs; staple-up (between joists) radiant floor heat; "Sandwich" type radiant heating; Snow & ice melting systems etc.

Commercial & Home Use

Multi-use water pipe, applied for plumbing, radiant & hydronic systems, and potable water. Keep quick hot & cold water flows. Red color just for easier identification.

1000Ft PEX Tubing ：

This 1/2" 1000ft PEX pipe is commonly used for plumbing, radiant & hydronic systems. It is quick to install, flexible and used on hot/cold potable water lines. EVOH oxygen barrier layer, prevent O2 from penetrating into tubing system.

Product description

Features:

• Omega shaped 5/8": allows you to snap in 1/2" PEX pipe during installation. This channel shape offers more contact with tubing than U-shaped plates and has a better heat transfer.
• 5 inches wide is 10% Wider than the 4.5 inch competition.
• Increase Radiant Floor Heating System's efficiency and response time.
• Save time and labor - 4 ft long plates allow for 1-person installation.
• Thickness: 0.016" Inches (1/64)
• Material: Aluminum
• Quantity: 50 48" plates

• Omega shaped: allows you to snap in PEX pipe during installation. This channel shape offers more contact with tubing than U-shaped plates and has a better heat transfer.
• 5 inches wide is 10% Wider than the 4.5 inch competition.
• Increase Radiant Floor Heating System's efficiency and response time.
• Save time and labor - 4ft long plates allow for 1-person installation.
• Quantity: 50 48" plates

User questions & answers

Question:	Will 5/8 pex fit in these
Answer:	I doubt it and I don't have any 5/8 pipe to try and see.
Question:	Where is this aluminum heat transfer plate made
Answer:	I don't know. No markings on the box except the shipping label from the New York seller. No pamphlet inside. Having said that, they are pretty nice, the pipe does seem to "snap" into place but I have nothing to compare them with. I have some left over and if I ever needed more I would buy again. I hope that helps and go U.S.A.!!
Question:	do these come in two rows too
Answer:	Some brands do.
Question:	These are 48" long correct, see post of people receiving
Answer:	yes they are 48" long

• Genuine PEX GUY Brand plates
• Proudly Made in USA
• 48 inch long (4ft) Aluminum Plates for 1/2" PEX piping
• Dimensions: 48" Long x 4.5" Wide x .016" Thick
• 0.016 Thick High Quality Aluminum Heat Transfer Plates

User questions & answers

Question:	If I’m doing in floor radiant heat can these go on top of the pex or does it have to be under the pex
Answer:	Hi quijibo, Yes, these PEX GUY Aluminum Heat Transfer Plates can be installed over or under the PEX tubing for radiant heating applications. Please let us know if you have any more questions. Thank you. Alvin PEX Superstore
Question:	what is the width of each plate
Answer:	The plates I received from you are 4 3/8 inches wide.
Question:	is one purchase for 100 units (plates
Answer:	Yes. 1 box from this listing has 100pcs of plates inside.
Question:	What is the difference between this transfer plate and the Omega style
Answer:	I'm not sure about the omega plates but I used the regular aluminum plates in the basement on the underside of the first floor and I found them easy to put screws thru to hold them in place over the pex tubing.

Product features

Genuine PEX GUY 4 Ft Long Aluminum Heat Transfer Plates for 1/2" PEX tubing (100 pcs)

These PEX GUY Aluminum Heat Transfer Plates are for 1/2″ PEX piping to help distribute the heat evenly throughout your radiant heat flooring. The PEX piping lays into the grooves of these plates and helps distribute the heat more evenly under your floor.

• Manufactured from stamped aluminum.
• Allow 1-2 inch spacing between plates for expansion
• Compatible with all types and brands of 1/2" PEX tubing (5/8" OD) PEX-A, PEX-B, PEX-C
• Can be used for subfloor or sandwich type radiant heating installations to improve heat transfer properties of the system and lower the water supply temperature, thus reducing the heating bills.

How to calculate # of plates:

• Calculations ( 8 inch spacing): Number of plates = sq area x 1.30 / length of plates
• Example: 1000 sq ft area multiply by 1.30 = 1300ft of plates (650 plates of the 2ft version or 325 plates of the 4 ft version).
• Note: Do not overlap the ends of the plates, make sure you have at least 2-3 inches spacing from end to end.

Made In The U.S.A.

All of the heat plates are proudly made in the U.S.A.

Manufactured with high quality aluminum.

Dimensions

48 inches Long

4.31 inches Wide

.016 inches Thick

Flushed PEX

Once the PEX is installed the pipping is flushed on the plate.

U Channel/Shape

With the U shape channel design its easy and fast to install 1/2" PEX onto the plates.

Can be stapled and screwed onto the surface.

• 【PREMIUM PLATES KIT】- Amount: 100pcs; Material: Aluminum; Length: 4FT; Width: 4"; Good quality product to provide better heat transfer function for radiant floor system.
• 【GREAT COMPATIBILITY】- These radiant heat transfer plates are compatible with most type of 1/2" PEX tubing(5/8" OD). Suit for most brands' PEX, PEX-AL-PEX or EVOH coated 'Oxygen Barrier' pipes.
• 【EFFORTLESS INSTALL】- Typically installed in radiant system of under-floor (between joist) type, sandwich type, above sub-floor(sleeper), wall & ceiling. Leave 1-2" spacing between plates when assembling. Cuttable design to meet different needs.
• 【THICKNESS & NOTICE】- 0.016" standard thickness, can be stapled by hand or stapler. Straight-shaped design, reduce thermal voids that occur from gaps between plates & tubes.
• 【WIDE APPLICATION】- Perfect to improve heat transfer of the system and lower the needed water supply temperature. Power-saving product to use at home, apartment, hotel etc.

User questions & answers

Question:	Can you use this in a poured concreat patio
Answer:	The cable in the mesh cannot be cut, but the cable can be removed from the mesh material to make a free flowing cable to get around obstacles. These cables have a factory determined resistance and cutting the cable would change the output of the system and most likely cause a fault to occur. The nice thing about the free flowing cable systems is that you can change the spacing in order to fit pretty much any square footage desired. We try to offer as many sizes of mats as possible.
Question:	Will the 1/2” pipe sit flush with the plate?? I just had to return another brand of plates because they do not sit flush
Answer:	Unfortunately it did not work with ours. We had to order the original, old style remote.
Question:	Will the 1/2” pipe sit flush with the plate?? I just had to return another brand of plates because they do not sit flush
Answer:	Yes- a pretty nice metal clip- fits my 2015 Subaru Crosstrek well- the remote is small as well- very nice piece.
Question:	Did anyone else's plates come with blue film on one side? Is it a feature to insulate the side opposite to where the pex inserts? Or just peel it off
Answer:	Have you changed the battery ?

• ★HIGH QUALITY CONSTRUCTION: Made of Stainless Steel and Chrome plated our Radiant PEX manifolds are sturdy and very durable. It easily resists corrosion and provides durability
• ★ALL-IN- ONE: Each manifold comes with Flow Meters, Shut-Off Ball Valves, Drain/ Fill Valves, and compression connectors
• ★EASY INSTALLATION: Our manifolds comes with their own heavy duty mounting brackets making them easily attachable to any wall. They come pressure tested and pre-assembled
• ★COMPATIBILITY: Our manifolds are perfect for Size 1/2 Inch Radiant Heat PEX tubing. (Not recommended for potable water)
• ★30-DAY MONEY BACK GUARANTEE: Your satisfaction is always our priority. For whatever reason you are unhappy with the product you can simply return the item. No questions asked

User questions & answers

Question:	Within the flow meters does the red disk inside the glass represent flow quantity? So turn to the right provide more flow?Does this counter white knob
Answer:	Any line voltage, GFCI, floor sensing thermostat will work with this mat. We are not aware of a homekit compatible thermostat that has the required features built-in.
Question:	What grade (number) stainless steel is this unit
Answer:	Depending on several variables of the room, the system may or may not heat the space.
Question:	Hi, we are installing the manifold we purchased and lost one of the pex connectors or how can we purchase one
Answer:	No, its not really designed for that application. The watt density is too low to melt snow.
Question:	I have 3/4" pex - can this manifold be used with that size pex
Answer:	Hi Geroy, we typically recommend the industry best practices for manufactured products you are using. Many of the thin set/mortar manufacturers have videos on you tube of how to apply the thin set or mortar. I think the best method is to use a self leveling product over the heating cables first before the main tile installation. This protects the heating cable from the notched trowel that is required for tile and essentially it looks like a regular floor without heating cable. Please call is if you have any questions during the installation, we have stellar tech support!

User questions & answers

Question:	what is the bend radius for this tubing
Answer:	You cannot cut the electric heating element cable. You can only cut the mesh mat. You can separate and remove the cable from the mesh and snake the excess wire elsewhere provided you don’t cross over or run closer than the manufacturer recommends to another heating element cable.
Question:	Is this rated for potable water? If not, what makes this unsafe for potable water
Answer:	The maximum temperature is dependent on the installation conditions. Most customers find the floors comfortable between 78 and 82 degrees Fahrenheit.
Question:	Can you use the expansion tool on this pipe
Answer:	Search Amazon for "Honeywell AC112 Temperature Sensor for Floor Heating"

• 【RELIABLE MATERIAL】- Type: Oxygen-Barrier; Color: Red; Nominal Diameter: 3/4"; Total Length: 500ft. Outside Diameter: 0.86"; Inner Diameter: 0.66"; Tube Thickness: 0.1"; Keep quick & constant hot/cold water flows. Made of PEX material, crack-resistant, leak-proof. Perfect for potable water or radiant floor water use.
• 【ROBUST O2 RESISTANT】- Unique EVOH layer, stop O2 into the tube, protect metal components from corrosion. Heating system's service time can be greatly lengthened. Smooth inner pipe, anti- scaling quality, increase heat dissipation efficiency & speed for energy-saving.
• 【EFFORTLESS INSTALLATION】- Compatible with different connection system & floor type, such as: Crimp connection system (crimp tool + crimp rings + crimp fittings); Cinch (clamp) connection system (cinch tool + St. steel clamps + crimp fittings); Press system (by Viega); Compression PEX Fittings.
• 【PREMIUM FLEXIBILITY】- Min.7" bending radius, this radiant floor heating system is easy to bend for different ground situation. Big pressure capacity: 188-217psi at 20℃; 101-108psi at 95℃. Temperature Range: -45 to 110℃(-47℉ to 230℉).
• 【DIVERSE USE SCENARIO】- Suit for home & commercial use, like: radiant floor heat system, solar water heater system, central air-conditioning piping system etc. Structural concrete slabs, Non-structural slabs, Staple-up (between joists) radiant floor heating with and without heat transfer plates, "Sandwich" type radiant heating (between sub floor and finished floor), Snow & ice melting systems etc.

User questions & answers

Question:	Looking for a poly or pex pipe for a potable well with pump set at 450 feet deep. Will this pipe work for that
Answer:	The prodeso membrane is designed to go over concrete slab and tile, you can use the cable system yes but without the prodeso membrane, we do sell it without it here: https://www.amazon.com/WarmlyYours-TCT240-KIT-OT-864-Tempzone-Electric-Screen-Thermostat/dp/B01N454C8D/ref=sr_1_6?crid=1NK92M1VOVGLB&keywords=warmlyyours+cable&qid=1571853596&sprefix=warmlyyours+cable%2Caps%2C147&sr=8-6
Question:	Is this pipe marked incrementally so you know how much you have installed as you go
Answer:	Prodeso is 7/32 in. (5.6 mm)
Question:	Looking to build off-grid rainwater collection system, would this be suitable for burying a line from the top of the hill to the water tank
Answer:	Covers 300 sq ft when spaced properly. It is misleading. Found out the hard way and had to buy an additional unit to finish my project.
Question:	Would This tubing be suitable for a potable water yard line
Answer:	I wouldn’t I would suggest leveling the floor prior to the install as per the instructions then you will have even heating throughout the floor as space to tile will be the same

• 【RELIABLE PLATES KIT】- Amount: 50pcs; Material: Aluminum; Length: 4FT; Width: 4.13"; Good-quality aluminum heat transfer plates, provide better heat transfer function for radiant floor system.
• 【GREAT COMPATIBILITY】- These pex heat transfer plates are compatible with most types of 3/8" PEX tubing. Suit for most brands' PEX, PEX-AL-PEX or EVOH coated 'Oxygen Barrier' pipes.
• 【EFFORTLESS INSTALL】- Typically installed in the radiant system of under-floor (between joist) type, sandwich-type, above sub-floor(sleeper), wall & ceiling. Leave 1-2" spacing between plates when assembling. Cuttable design to meet different needs.
• 【THICKNESS & NOTICE】- 0.016" standard thickness, the pex aluminum heat transfer plates can be stapled by hand or stapler. U-shaped design, reduce thermal voids that occur from gaps between plates & tubes.
• 【WIDE APPLICATION】- Perfect to improve the heat transfer of the system and lower the needed water supply temperature. Power-saving product to use at home, apartment, hotel, etc.

• 【PREMIUM MATERIAL】- PEX AL PEX Tubing Pipe inner and outer layers of aluminum-plastic pipe are cross-linked polyethylene materials, with a thick aluminum layer in the middle, laser fusion, three-layer protection, environmental protection, non-toxic, durable
• 【HOT & COLD WATER PIPING】- PEX-Al-PEX tubing has a small thermal expansion coefficient (expansion coefficient: 0.025 mm / m·°C), high- pressure resistance, corrosion resistance, and excellent performance. 1/2' PEX AL PEX tubing can be used for the transportation of cold and hot water fluids (Working Temperature: 10 ℃ ~ 95 ℃)
• 【FREELY BENDABLE】- Radiant floor tubing PEX AL PEX middle aluminum material increases the toughness of the pipe, which can be bent freely without rebound, easy to cut, process, and easy to install and construct
• 【SUPERIOR CONVEYING】- The inner wall of the white PEX-Al-PEX pipe is smooth, and the resistance is small when conveying fluid, and its ability to convey fluid is 30% larger than that of metal pipe with the same diameter
• 【WIDE APPLICATION】- PEX-Al-PEX pipe has the advantages of both plastic and metal and has become the preferred pipe in the cold, hot water, heating, and gas pipeline construction fields

User questions & answers

Question:	Is this third party tested or certified
Answer:	The company can can provide you with instructions. as far as the wire being held down.... I used things like thin trips of duckt tape and then walked real carefully not to mess it up.
Question:	Can you use this for home drinking water, seems to be different opinions on this in the answer? Will be under concrete so I like the oxygen barrier
Answer:	about 4mm -1/6"
Question:	Can you deliver in San Luis potosi
Answer:	This is for 100sq ft 110 or 220V as you prefer https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071WSQ82H
Question:	Is this considered pex-a or pex-b? I would like to use my expansion fittings and tool I use for pex-a pipe
Answer:	2 spool x 344 FT wire each one!

• 【USAGE INFORMATION】- The PEX manifold has 5 ports, the temperature range is 35 ℃ -65 ℃, and the maximum branch flow is 1.4 GPM
• 【QUALITY MATERIAL】- The main material of the manifold is 304 stainless steel, which is corrosion-resistant and pressure-resistant. The copper valve core extends the service life
• 【INTELLIGENT CONTROL】- The valve on the return manifold accepts a thermoelectric head, which can remotely control each area
• 【EASY INSTALLATION】- Install the manifold on the bracket, and then connect the valve and PEX pipe
• 【STRONG COMPATIBILITY】- The 5 loop PEX manifold is compatible with any type of PEX tube, no special adapter is required. No 1/2" adapters/compression nuts

User questions & answers

Question:	can this manifold be used with potable water
Answer:	You can loosen the heating element from the mesh and put along side the mat keeping it at 3" spacing.
Question:	What 1/2" adapters/compression nuts do I buy
Answer:	The floor heating system can be installed under laminate or engineered wood floors, but not a traditional wood floor in which you are nailing down the floor because of the risk of putting a nail through the wire. Regardless of the flooring type, the floor heating system must be completely embedded in a polymer modified cement based mortar.
Question:	Does it fit 3/8 tubing pex or do yiu sell 3/8 fittings fir this manifold
Answer:	You need to seal your concrete floor! Theres a great product on amazon here that gets down into concrete and seals up everything--it even pushes dirt and moisture out as its sealing! and you just spray it on. Its advertised to block radon, but its all the same different of sealing concrete (will make moisture barrier, block radon, etc.) I think its just called "Radonseal" and its in a big bucket; you'll also need a 1 gallon sprayer, they run about ten bucks. I would seal it before installing this product, as you'll get a lot more out of it. You'll still want to cover it with something so it can distribute its heat (like put in thinset or something like that) it doesn't have to be fancy tile. I did mine in thinset and threw a rug over it to make a warm place for my pets while i'm at work.
Question:	What thermal actuators are compatible with this Manifold
Answer:	No, but Kohler has a tub that has a built in heating element on the portion where you lean up against. I don't know how well it would heat the water, but I bet it would be nice.