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How close can you install cpvc pipe to a gas water heater?
There should be no more than six inches between CPVC pipe and the exhaust flue on a water heater. If the CPVC pipe is installed too close it can be a safety issue.
I'm thinking about installing cpvc pipe in my house. Is the chemicals in cpvc pipe bad for drinking water?
CPVC pipe is safe for drinking water.
Can you use cpvc pipes for underground gas piping?
Only if it is wraped pipe -- And prime and wrap fittings also and install a annode making sure your annode is lower than your pipe
What is cpvc glue?
CPVC glue is specifcially formulated to glue CPVC pipe and needs a primer.
What is the between PVC and CPVC?
The type of service they are to be used for In a home PVC is used for the drains,the drain vents,main out going sewer line,water supply lines for a boiler/heating system or sprinkler systems. In a home CPCV is used to supply water to sinks,toilets, showers,hot water heater and exterior faucets... Because of the difference in usage there is also a difference in the wall thickness between the PVC pipe and CPVC pipe... So a 3/4 in PVC fitting will not match up to a 3/4 in CPVC pipe and vise versa...
Can PVC cement be used on cPVC piping?
No PVC cement can not be used on cpvc pipe. Cpvc and PVC pipe have different chemical compositions so a cement made for one will not work for the other. The process of joining plastic piping together is called solvent welding and the use of the wrong formulation will result in an inferior weld
What is meant by cpvc pipe and what its features?
Cpvc means chlorinated polyvinyl chloride and dont know about cpvc features
Why use cpvc pipe?
Mainly for making water pipe.
What is the difference in application between schedule 40 and schedule 80 cpvc pipes?
If you require higher pressure higher wall thickness of pipe you should use sch 80 pipes.
Do you need special PVC cement for hot water lines?
There is no special PVC pipe. CPVC can be used for hot water applications or in my opinion just use PEX pipe.
Can CPVC and PVC pipe be used to plumb a water heater?
CPVC is better suited for hot water
What is the difference between pvccpvc pipe?
Chlorinated Polyvinyl Chloride (CPVC) pipes can withstand heat up to 180 degrees. A special glue is used to blond it together. PPR pipes are a made of plastic and uses no glue as it is heat-fused. PPR is a commercial product.
