No pipe dope is to be used on the brass seats they will seat dry.
pipe dope and teflon tape
NO but you will need some type of sealent OR braze or soldering
when joining to lengths of black steel it is necessary to use either Teflon tape or pipe dope, also called leak lock, this is not to seal the joint per say but the tape and doping act as a lubricant on the threads of the joint allowing for the pipe to be turned together tighter also the dope will dry and become a sealant
Grooved method? Threads on the end of the pipe? There is no tube or pipe in copper with threads. You can end a copper pipe with a connection that is threaded to accept steel pipe.
You will want to put a length of copper into the fitting and solder it before you put it on the galvanised so that you don't cook out the pipe dope. >>they also could have soldiered on a flange on copper and thread on galvanized pipe.would have been another choice
Teflon Pipe Dope. Guaranteed I would have to either weld or braze the piping together
If you are screwing in -- yes -- If not -- you do not use pipe dope
Doping copper to copper connections is not a common practice. It is more common to use techniques like soldering, brazing, or using mechanical connectors for copper to copper connections. Doping typically refers to adding impurities to semiconductor materials to modify their electrical properties.
Pipe dope gets its name from its pasty consistency that resembles the texture of some types of lubricants or oils, which are often called "dope" in industrial settings. The term "dope" in this context indicates a substance that is used to enhance the performance or sealability of threaded pipe connections.
To connect a copper propane pipe to a shutoff valve, you will need to use a threaded fitting that matches the size and type of the pipe and valve. Apply pipe dope or Teflon tape to the threads before connecting them. Tighten the fitting securely using a wrench or pliers to create a leak-proof connection.
If it is leaking at a fitting, it is either a bad flare or it isn't tight enough. Gas or flare fittings should be put together dry, Do no use pipe dope because this can cause a leak between the mating surfaces. If it is in the line itself, either replace the line or cut it, flare the ends and put a fitting in.
To effectively deburr a copper pipe, use a deburring tool to remove any rough edges or burrs left after cutting the pipe. Simply insert the tool into the cut end of the pipe and rotate it gently to smooth out the edges. This will ensure a clean and secure connection when joining the pipe with fittings.