U3088FLEX18BVLF FLEXIBLE CONNECTOR W/ BALL VALVE 3/4" FIP | The SharkBite water heater connectors are used in residential and commercial applications to connect the hot and cold supply lines to the water heater and add the option to shut off water supply at your convenience. The connectors are EPDM knitted with braided stainless steel and are available in 18 in L. The SharkBite connection allows the installer to connect to copper, PEX and CPVC tubing eliminating the need for an additional transition fitting.