Stapex

Stapex is a US manufacturer of foamboard staples for securing PEX tubing on rigid foam insulation board in radiant heating panel installations. Stapex staples are molded from reinforced plastic with no-break construction and easy-peel tape strips for both gun and hand installation. Available in 1-1/2-inch and 2-1/2-inch sizes. Made in the USA and available through wholesale plumbing and HVAC distributors including SupplyHouse.

Stapex Product Lines

• 1-1/2-Inch Foamboard Staples (ST1C): For standard radiant panel installations with 1-inch foam board and up to 5/8-inch OD PEX.
• 2-1/2-Inch Foamboard Staples (ST2C): For thicker foam board or less dense insulation requiring deeper staple penetration.

Why Contractors Specify Stapex

Reinforced no-break plastic construction reduces stapler jams. Strips of 30 with easy-peel tape allow fast gun loading or individual hand installation. Compatible with most popular foamboard stapling systems. Made in the USA.

How to Choose a Stapex Product

Select 1-1/2-inch ST1C for standard radiant foam board installations with PEX up to 5/8-inch OD. Select 2-1/2-inch ST2C for thicker foam board or less dense materials. Verify compatibility with the staple gun being used.

Frequently Asked Questions

• PEX sizes held? 3/8-inch, 1/2-inch, and 5/8-inch OD PEX tubing.
• Compatible with all staple guns? Compatible with most popular brands; verify size match before bulk ordering.
• How sold? Boxes of 300 staples in strips of 30 with easy-peel tape.
• Why plastic vs. metal? Plastic does not corrode, does not damage PEX jacket, and reinforced construction provides adequate holding strength.
• Made in USA? Yes.