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How do you connect copper pipe?
YOU thread or braze copper pipe Copper tubling you solder, braze, flaire, compression ring, mechincal joints
How do you weld copper piping?
you solder or braze it
You want to replace old lead pipe connected to cast iron sewer pipe with copper How do you connect the copper pipe to the old lead pipe or to the cast iron pipe?
When I have to connect copper to lead "D" I usually solder the copper to the lead or wipe a lead joint depending on the diameter To connect copper to cast iron ,.... If there is a hub I caulk the copper directly into the CI with oakum and poured lead (molten) OR one can solder / braze a female adapter fitting and screw the copper into a CI female fitting
Can you braze tin?
In short, no you can't braze tin.Assuming that you are using a fairly standard set-up with an oxyacetylene torch you will burn straight through most grades of tin.
What is a galvanized wrought iron pipe?
galvanize wrought iron pipe
How do you connect copper pipe?
YOU thread or braze copper pipe Copper tubling you solder, braze, flaire, compression ring, mechincal joints
How do you weld copper piping?
you solder or braze it
How do you solder steel and copper?
You cannot solder Steel BUT you can braze steel and copper and you can thread steel and then use a copper x female adapter Or finf a steel fitting and use a C x M adapter
Is copper hard to weld?
You braze copper with a copper brazing rod. It does require a certain amount of skill and practice.
Solder copper lines on air conditioner?
on air conditioners you silver braze the copper lines
How do you braze brass tubing closed?
with a copper self fluxing brazing rod type suggested by AWS
Do you need pipe dope to connect brass pipe to copper pipe?
NO but you will need some type of sealent OR braze or soldering
What makes copper a better choice than aluminum to use for hot water lines?
Easier to solder /braze/ flair / compression
Why must you preheat copper before brazing?
You usually do not braze copper, you solder it. If you were to use brazing rod on copper, the copper would have very close to the same melting point as the brazing rod. This makes it difficult to do. As far as preheating the copper, it needs to be hot enough for the brazing to flow.
How o make a pipe?
To make a lead or copper pipe all you need is sheet copper/ lead and either lead wipe /solder /braze the end or if copper use a Pittsburg found in sheet metal shops to make the seam
How to braze copper effectively and safely?
To braze copper effectively and safely, follow these steps: Clean the surfaces to be joined thoroughly. Apply flux to the joint area. Heat the copper evenly with a torch until it reaches the brazing temperature. Add the brazing rod to the joint, allowing it to flow into the gap. Allow the joint to cool naturally. Inspect the joint for any defects or leaks. Wear appropriate safety gear, such as gloves and goggles, to protect yourself from heat and fumes.
What chemical reactions will happen if you connect galvinized copper and brass metal pipes?
There is no chemical reaction that will happen if galvanized pipes are connected to copper pipes via a brass intermediary. The reason is that brass does not react to either copper or zinc, the mineral used to galvanize metal pipes.
