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Sizing of pipes differ for media to be tranported eg. for air,water ,gas and solids.
Basically how much pressure and volume will be handled by using minimum energy
required to convey.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 10y agoYou generally select PVC pipe based on the length and diameter for a given application. Larger pipes can carry more but increase the weight and cost considerably.
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What is the difference between a 1 PVC pipe and a 1K PVC pipe?
I was in the PVC pipe manufacturing business for over 30 years and have never heard of a "1K PVC" pipe. If "1K" means a 1,000 psi pipe, this does not exist as a commercial product. Sorry.
What is a PVC?
An instrument made of PVC pipe.
What sort of saw do you use to cut PVC pipe?
A pipe cutter is the best tool to cut PVC pipe.
Sch 80 PVC pipe versus sch 40 PVC pipe?
Yes
What is a PVC instrument?
An instrument made of PVC pipe.
How to locate PVC pipe underground?
With a PVC locator
What does PVC mean?
If you are revering to PVC as in "PVC pipe" or "PVC clothing" then is stands for Polyvinyl Chloride.
Is schedule 40 pipe PVC?
Not plumbing pvc pipe, but pvc pipe made especially for wiring.
How many types of pipe is available?
Pvc pipes/ hd pvc/teraine pipe/polythine pipe/copper pipe/gi pipe/stowne wear pipe/asbestos pipe/cpvc pipe/ ppr pipe/ flexiable pipe/
Can PVC pipe be used as vent pipe?
Yes.
What is the scientific name for PVC pipe?
The scientific name for PVC pipe is polyvinyl chloride.
Do you use PVC pipe cement when connecting a PVC pipe to a galvanized metal pipe?
No, do not use glue. Use teflon tape or pipe dope on the threads. You should also make sure you always put the male PVC thread into the female metal thread. If you do it the other way you will tend to split the PVC fitting when you tighten the threads.
