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You should use black pipe -- Galv. pipe will flake off inside of pipe

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Q: Can galvanized pipe be used for natural gas?
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What is galvanized pipe best used for?

Galvanized pipe is used for natural gas lines and pressure vent lines, and for electrical conduits. As a water supply or drain pipe, it is subject to rusting over time.


Is it all right to use galvanized pipe with black iron pipe?

What is the application as many times such as natural gas it is permissible as gas lines exposed to the elements have to be protected painted / insulated or galvanized piping vanized piping


Can you use galvanized connections on gas iron pipe?

Most codes do not allow Galvanized piping/fittings on gas piping. I have used galvanized pipe/fittings on exterior gas piping before in the state of Michigan but other states do not allows this. Check with your local code authorities.


Can schedule 40 galvanized pipe be used for gas line under house?

Use only black pipe


Can you use brass and galvanized pipe for a gas line?

No.


What applications that use black iron pipe rather than galvanized iron pipe?

Black iron pipe is used for gas installations but ONLY if the piping is indoors. Outdoor gas piping is usually done in galvanized pipe. Steam is also piped with black pipe, fire sprinkler and standpipe systems also use black pipe.


Can galvinized pipe be used for residential natural gas?

NO!! Black iron pipe has a special coating to resist the highly corrosive effect of natural gas. Galvenized pipe CANNOT be used for gas service.


Should galvanized gas pipe lines be used in stead of black steel pipe for under a raised house on pilings you have one plumber saying to use galvanized and the other black pipe?

Depends on local codes I use Galvanized piping and fitting when I know the piping is going to be exposed to moisture (dampness) or the elements


Can you use black PVC or Quest pipe for natural gas?

NO..copper,black iron, galvanized for gas pipe.never use plasticp solvents or glue.gas does not react well with other chemicals.


Why is black pipe used for natural gas lines?

Natural gas is corrosive and black pipe does not corrode so there is no debris to clog the lines. A more common form of gas pipe is corrogated stainless steel. Especially in residential homes. For more information visit www.plumbingspecialists.com and check out their natural gas page under servies.


Can you bury galvanized gas pipe?

It is not advisable to bury a galvanized gas lineMost civilized codes will not allow galvanized piping to be buried under ground even for waste or venting it is against good plumbing practices. I have seen quite a bit of buried galvanized pipe, both for water and gas. It does rust out eventually. Interestingly enough, it usually rusts through at point at which it comes up out of the ground.


What does a yellow colored pipe mean?

Orange pipe is for natural gas.