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Muriatic acid or hydrochloric acid (HCl) will not harm copper pipes. I am a licensed Heating& cooling technician and I use Muriatic acid all the time to clean out hot water tankless coils and boiler hot water coils and I have seen it used to clean out hot water copper piping in houses to remove scale and
mineral deposits. I use a 1/6 Submersible pump that i purchased at Home Depot. It's not a chemical pump and I have used this pump over 4 years and i have ran Muriatic acid through it at least 60 times and the pump still works great. I even took the pump apart to see if any damage was happening to it and it looked just like new. just wear long rubber gloves and full goggles for your eyes. safety glasses will not protect your eyes. the acid can splash up under the safety glasses. If you get any on your skin just rinse it off with cold water. Muriatic acid or HCl cleans up really well with water.
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How do you use boric acid to clean copper pipe?
To clean copper pipes with boric acid, create a solution by mixing boric acid powder with water. Apply the solution to the copper pipes and scrub gently using a non-abrasive sponge or cloth. Rinse the pipes thoroughly with water after cleaning to remove any residue.
Can you use muriatic acid to clean sewer pipes?
Yes, muriatic acid can be used to clean sewer pipes by breaking down organic material and mineral deposits that may be clogging the pipes. However, caution should be taken when using it as it is a strong acid that can be harmful if not used properly. It is recommended to follow safety guidelines and consider alternative methods of cleaning if possible.
Do you have to use sulfuric acid to clean out a sewer pipe or can you use muriatic acid?
It is not recommended to use muriatic acid to clean sewer pipes because it can react with organic materials to produce toxic fumes. Sulfuric acid is a safer and more effective option for cleaning sewer pipes.
Is sulfuric acid safe to clean old cast iron drain pipes?
I'm not sure, I believe so though.
Does sulfuric acid damage pipes?
Yes, sulfuric acid can damage pipes due to its corrosive properties.
How do you use muriatic acid to clean a toilet?
PVC pipes resist muratic acid:AnswerBefore using muriatic acid you may want to see what it will do to the porcelain toilet bowl, the pipes (PVC was not used in older homes) and what it will do to the glue used to hold the PVS pipe joints together.
How do you clean a toilet using muriatic acid?
PVC pipes resist muratic acid:AnswerBefore using muriatic acid you may want to see what it will do to the porcelain toilet bowl, the pipes (PVC was not used in older homes) and what it will do to the glue used to hold the PVS pipe joints together.
Is sulfuric acid safe for pipes?
Sulfuric acid is not safe for pipes as it is a highly corrosive substance that can cause damage to pipes and other materials it comes into contact with.
Will acetone hurt plumbing pipes?
Depends on the type of pipes as many acid systems do allow for acetone
What is the best way to clean out on the inside straight pipes on a custom motorcycle?
The best way to clean out the inside of your custom motorcycle straight pipes is to remove the pipes and use a cleaning solvent and a rag with a long handled brush.
Does scale blaster work to clean pipes?
yes
Can you clean porcelain with muriatic acid?
Yes
