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Sure it is. You need to know, however, where to use it. for long runs of pipe with bends, it would be preferable to use long radius ells, to prevent excessive flexing of the fitting as the pipe expands and contracts due to thermal expansion. However, in short runs (less than 50 feet (or 15 meters)) of straight pipe without expansion joints and less than 300 degrees F (170 C) differential temperature, (steam temp. minus ambient temp.) short radius bends (or elbows) are more than adequate. As the diff. temp. increases the straight runs of pipe should be decreased in length, or expansion joints installed, to prevent excessive flexing at the joints and fittings.
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What is the collective noun for steam engines?
There is no specific collective noun for steam engines, in which case any noun suitable for the context will work; for example a collection of steam engines, a display of steam engines, a museum of steam engines, etc.
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