Bluefin

Bluefin is a manufacturer of plumbing, hydronic, and HVAC products exclusive to SupplyHouse, produced as SupplyHouse's own house brand and available only through SupplyHouse. The Bluefin product line spans PEX tubing, PEX press fittings in both poly and brass configurations, push-fit fittings, press ball valves, copper press fittings, circulator pumps, zone valves, radiant floor manifolds, expansion tanks, mini-split systems, and HVAC electrical components including contactors, capacitors, and relays. The Bluefin ZLTLKIT press tool covers pipe sizes from 1/4-inch through 7/8-inch with 360-degree jaw rotation, designed to reduce installation labor by 40 to 50 percent compared to soldering. Bluefin products are designed for compatibility with residential and light commercial plumbing, hydronic heating, and HVAC installation workflows. For contractors who buy through SupplyHouse, Bluefin offers a direct-supply option across a broad range of plumbing and mechanical categories from a single source.

Product Lines

PEX Tubing and Press Fittings

Bluefin PEX tubing is available in standard residential and commercial sizes for potable water supply and hydronic heating applications. Bluefin press fittings for PEX are offered in both poly and brass materials, with poly press fittings suited for general PEX supply applications and brass press fittings for higher-temperature or higher-pressure hydronic applications. Bluefin press fittings are designed for use with press tools and jaws compatible with standard PEX press fitting dimensions. Press connections on Bluefin PEX fittings eliminate soldering and open flame, reducing installation time on residential and light commercial projects.

Push-Fit Fittings

Bluefin push-fit fittings connect copper, CPVC, and PEX pipe without tools, solder, or adhesive by inserting the pipe into the fitting body until the internal grab ring and O-ring seat. Bluefin push-fit fittings are available in standard plumbing configurations including couplings, elbows, tees, and reducers. Push-fit fittings are frequently specified for remodel work, repair, and locations where torch use is restricted or impractical. Bluefin push-fit connections can be released with the push-fit release tool when the fitting needs to be repositioned or removed.

Press Ball Valves and Copper Press Fittings

Bluefin press ball valves use the same press connection method as Bluefin PEX press fittings, allowing valve installation on copper supply lines without soldering. Bluefin copper press fittings connect copper pipe by pressing the fitting onto the pipe using a press tool with the appropriate copper press jaw profile. Copper press connections are common on commercial and residential plumbing projects where torch-free installation is required or preferred. Bluefin press ball valves and copper press fittings are designed for use with compatible press tools.

Circulator Pumps and Zone Valves

Bluefin circulator pumps serve hydronic heating systems in residential and light commercial applications, moving heated water through baseboard, radiator, or radiant floor distribution circuits. Bluefin zone valves control flow to individual heating zones in multi-zone hydronic systems, opening and closing in response to thermostat demand for each zone. Bluefin radiant floor manifolds provide a central distribution point for multiple radiant floor heating loops, with individual loop balancing valves for flow adjustment. Bluefin expansion tanks absorb pressure changes in closed hydronic systems as water temperature cycles.

HVAC Electrical Components and Mini-Splits

Bluefin HVAC electrical components include contactors, run capacitors, start capacitors, and relays for residential and light commercial HVAC equipment service and replacement. Bluefin contactors and capacitors are designed to match common OEM specifications for residential split system condensing units and air handlers. Bluefin mini-split systems provide ductless cooling and heating for residential and light commercial applications, with outdoor compressor/condenser units and indoor wall-mount air handler heads. The Bluefin ZLTLKIT press tool serves both plumbing and HVAC refrigerant line press applications in sizes from 1/4-inch through 7/8-inch with 360-degree jaw rotation.

Why Contractors Specify Bluefin

Contractors specify Bluefin products for the direct sourcing advantage of buying a house brand exclusively through SupplyHouse across plumbing, hydronic, and HVAC categories. Bluefin products are designed for compatibility with the installation workflows common in residential and light commercial mechanical work. The Bluefin ZLTLKIT press tool covers 1/4-inch through 7/8-inch pipe sizes with 360-degree jaw rotation and is rated to reduce installation labor by 40 to 50 percent compared to soldering on applicable connections. Bluefin press fittings in both poly and brass configurations support PEX press applications, while Bluefin copper press fittings extend torch-free installation to copper pipe systems. The breadth of the Bluefin catalog allows a contractor to source PEX, press tools, hydronic equipment, and HVAC electrical components from a single brand through SupplyHouse.

How to Choose a Bluefin Product

The most important decision variable when specifying Bluefin products is the installation method and pipe material of the system being served.

For PEX supply piping applications, Bluefin PEX tubing paired with Bluefin poly press fittings covers standard residential and light commercial potable water applications. For hydronic PEX applications where higher temperatures are a factor, Bluefin brass PEX press fittings are the appropriate specification. Press connection requires a compatible press tool; the Bluefin ZLTLKIT covers 1/4-inch through 7/8-inch with 360-degree jaw rotation.

For copper pipe applications where torch-free installation is the goal, Bluefin copper press fittings and Bluefin press ball valves are the options. For repair and remodel work where torch use is restricted, Bluefin push-fit fittings connect copper, CPVC, and PEX without tools.

For hydronic heating systems, Bluefin circulator pump selection starts with system flow rate and head loss requirements. Bluefin zone valves are specified by valve body size and voltage. Bluefin radiant manifolds are sized by the number of loops in the radiant floor distribution system. Bluefin expansion tank sizing follows the system water volume and operating pressure.

For HVAC electrical service, Bluefin contactors and capacitors are selected by matching the OEM specifications on the original component nameplate: voltage, amperage, pole configuration, and microfarad ratings.

FAQs

Who makes Bluefin products and where are they available?
Bluefin is SupplyHouse's own house brand, produced exclusively for SupplyHouse and available only through SupplyHouse. Bluefin products are not sold through other distributors or retailers. The Bluefin line spans PEX, press fittings, push-fit fittings, hydronic components, HVAC electrical parts, and mini-split systems.

What warranty does Bluefin offer on its products?
Bluefin warranty terms vary by product category. For specific warranty coverage on Bluefin PEX fittings, press tools, circulator pumps, zone valves, expansion tanks, HVAC electrical components, and mini-split systems, the product documentation available through SupplyHouse is the authoritative reference.

What is the difference between Bluefin poly press fittings and Bluefin brass press fittings?
Bluefin poly press fittings are designed for standard PEX supply applications in potable water systems. Bluefin brass press fittings are suited for higher-temperature or higher-pressure hydronic heating applications where the elevated service conditions of brass construction are appropriate. Both Bluefin poly and brass press fittings use the same press connection method and require a compatible press tool.

What pipe sizes does the Bluefin ZLTLKIT press tool cover?
The Bluefin ZLTLKIT press tool covers pipe sizes from 1/4-inch through 7/8-inch. The ZLTLKIT features 360-degree jaw rotation, which allows the jaws to be positioned in tight spaces without repositioning the tool body. Bluefin rates the ZLTLKIT as reducing installation labor by 40 to 50 percent compared to soldering on applicable press fitting connections.

Are Bluefin push-fit fittings compatible with copper, CPVC, and PEX pipe?
Bluefin push-fit fittings are designed for use with copper, CPVC, and PEX pipe. The internal grab ring and O-ring seal engage the pipe as it is inserted into the fitting body, creating a watertight connection without tools, solder, or adhesive. For transitions between pipe materials at a single point, Bluefin push-fit fittings accommodate the transition when both materials are within the fitting's compatibility range.

How are Bluefin HVAC contactors and capacitors selected for a replacement application?
Bluefin HVAC contactors and capacitors are selected by matching the specifications on the original component nameplate. For Bluefin contactors, confirm the coil voltage, amperage rating, and pole configuration. For Bluefin run capacitors, confirm the capacitance in microfarads (MFD) and the voltage rating. For Bluefin dual run capacitors, confirm both the compressor and fan motor microfarad ratings and the voltage rating.