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Why is iron not used on drain pipes?
Iron rusts easily when combined with water, and drain pipes have water flowing through them. If iron was used, the pipes would rust within a few days.
Why cast iron is good for machine bases?
Grey cast iron is good for machine bases due to its capacity of absorbing vibration. This can be explained through its microstructure, where graphite works as great shock absorber.
How do you cap a cast iron pipe?
If the pipe is No Hub cast Iron you can use a mission cap If the cast Iron is bell then you caulk in a cast iron plug If the cast iron is a spigot end you get a transition coupling either standard weight CI or extra heavy and then use a cast iron cap in the transition coupling
What metal is old and used for plumbing pipes?
galvanized water lines, cast iron drain lines, sometimes lead pipes, terracotta or clay pipes, and in rare cases wooden pipes.
Something that allows electrons to flow easily through it is called what?
iron or water...almost any metal..i hear that iron is the best though
What were the new technologies used by the Assyrians?
running water ________________________________________________________________________ Iron weapons
What does it mean to have 870 iron level?
it is simply the amount of iron that is running through your blood
Why ships made of cast iron do not rust even they are in contact with water?
Because the Iron collides with the oxygen and creates a protective layer outside the ship. The water cannot break through this substance, so, the Iron is not in direct contact with the water, so, the Iron wont rust. :)
Cleaning cast iron?
To clean cast iron use hot water and a cloth or sponge. Dry the cast iron right away. You should not use soap, and you should never soak cast iron or it will rust.
Can goldfish live in a cast iron water butt?
no
When you flush the toilet on the first floor sounds like dripping water behind the mirror on the floor below it sounds like water running down a wall and not in a drain is that possible?
If it was water on the wall, you would soon see a stain developing. Most likely it is because the pipe in the wall is PVC instead of cast iron. PVC does not deaden sound as well as cast iron.
What types of magnets are produced by running current through a soft iron core?
electromagnets
How does cast iron react to salt water?
It corrodes badly.
How much iron is in water?
Pure (or distilled) water does not contain iron. If the water has travelled through an iron pipe, it will dissolve some iron. Well water or water from many other sources contains some iron because the soil contains some iron compounds, which can dissolve. Sea water contains iron. But the actual amount varies quite a bit.
What ductile cast iron used for?
Water mains. Sewer line.
Value of a antique goulds cast iron water pump 1718?
waht is the value of a goulds hand water pump, cast iron red, sc 9119 made in seneca falls n.y.
How does the water flow in an old cast iron radiator?
The boiler has a circulation pump that circulate the water
