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Flex Connector with 1\" FIP x 1\" MIP\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ro-tagline\"\u003e304 series corrugated stainless steel connector engineered for maximum flow, zero corrosion, and code-compliant installations on water treatment systems and appliances\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ro-badges\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ro-badge\"\u003e✓ IAPMO Certified NSF\/ANSI 61\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ro-badge\"\u003e✓ ASME A112.18.6 Compliant\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ro-badge\"\u003e✓ UPC\/IPC\/IRC Approved\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ro-badge\"\u003e✓ Burst Rated 2200 PSI\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"ro-callout\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Falcon FM1 delivers \u003cstrong\u003e1\" inside diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e full-flow performance with \u003cstrong\u003e304 series corrugated stainless steel\u003c\/strong\u003e construction that won't crimp, kink, or corrode. Chrome-plated solid brass fittings (\u003cstrong\u003e1\" FIP x 1\" MIP\u003c\/strong\u003e) ensure secure connections on control valves, water softeners, and filtration systems where maximum GPM and code compliance are required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"ro-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ro-label\"\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"ro-title\"\u003eTechnical Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"specs-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInside Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFittings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\" FIP x 1\" MIP, chrome-plated solid brass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e304 series corrugated stainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBurst Pressure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 2200 PSI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40°F to 300°F (high-temp EPDM washer)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIAPMO NSF\/ANSI 61, UPC, IPC, IMC, IRC, ASME A112.18.6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuality Control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100% leak tested, manufactured to US Military\/Aerospace specifications\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"ro-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ro-label\"\u003eKEY ADVANTAGES\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"ro-title\"\u003eWhy Installers Choose Falcon\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ro-feature-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ro-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ro-feat-icon\"\u003e💧\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaximum Flow Rate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLargest inner diameter for required GPM. Falcon 3\/4\" flows 134% more than braided connectors, 17% more than copper, and 30% more than LSP\/Aquaflo. No rubber or plastic hose to restrict flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ro-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ro-feat-icon\"\u003e🔧\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRe-Usable \u0026amp; Re-Bendable\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWill hold bend without deformity. Resists work hardening. Stronger and more flexible than copper. Saves time and money on installation and future service work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ro-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ro-feat-icon\"\u003e🛡️\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eZero Corrosion\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWill not discolor, corrode, or rust. No galvanic effect. No dielectric union needed. 304 stainless construction ensures decades of reliable service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ro-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ro-feat-icon\"\u003e🏗️\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCode \u0026amp; Warranty Compliant\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSatisfies inspector requirements nationwide including Wisconsin, LA City, South Texas. Required by many appliance manufacturers to maintain warranty validity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ro-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ro-feat-icon\"\u003e🌊\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSeismic Rated\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn seismic zones, Falcon connectors decrease risk of damage from hard-piped copper cracking or breaking during ground movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ro-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ro-feat-icon\"\u003e🔒\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWon't Crimp or Kink\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCorrugated stainless design maintains full flow even under tight bends. Prevents settling damage on heavy appliances that would crack hard-piped installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"ro-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ro-label\"\u003eCOMPATIBILITY \u0026amp; APPLICATIONS\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"ro-title\"\u003eDesigned for Control Valves and Water Treatment Systems\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Falcon FM1 1\" flex connector is engineered for residential and commercial potable water applications including water softeners (Culligan, Hague, Rayne, Rainsoft, GE Autotrol Bypass \u0026amp; Performa Valve, Fleck, Autotrol, Clack), reverse osmosis systems, UV purifiers, water heaters (tankless and storage type including Takagi, Bosch, Noritz, Rheem, State), boilers, and other water-flowing appliances requiring full-flow, code-compliant connections. Compatible with control valve assemblies where 1\" FIP and 1\" MIP brass fittings are specified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"ro-callout\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFalcon stainless steel flex connectors are manufactured to US Military and Aerospace specifications, 100% leak tested, and backed by IAPMO certification to NSF\/ANSI 61 for potable water contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Falcon","offers":[{"title":"18\"","offer_id":46391000760491,"sku":"FM1-18","price":43.81,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"24\"","offer_id":46391000793259,"sku":"FM1-24","price":53.89,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0446\/7677\/6098\/files\/product-5537299923106-padded.jpg?v=1777262115","url":"https:\/\/www.isopurewater.com\/products\/falcon-fm1-1-i-d-stainless-steel-flex-connector-with-1-fip-x-1-mip","provider":"Isopure Water","version":"1.0","type":"link"}