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December 28, 4:26 PM [GMT -5]
What the gentalmen is saying about the copper thickness is correct there are three types L,M,+MBT L is the heavyer gaguge and is the only copper allowed in plumbing useage (also BT) m copper is used for heating applications and is a thinner wall tubing.
December 28, 4:22 PM [GMT -5]
Using soder to join copper is not allowed by AMSE code standards. Soder is a filler material and will crack under vibration or strain. The only way to join copper is by brazing the joints. There are some PVC products on the market that are approved for presureized gas.
August 15, 8:23 PM [GMT -5]
If you have a work shop in the basement, this is a great way to get air down their too. Run one of those lines to the basement and you now have air to clean, cool and power small air tools.
February 16, 5:27 PM [GMT -5]
A very worthwhile project. One thing that should be added to a compressed air line system is a drip leg. Most commonly seen on the gas line for a gas-fired hot water heater, boiler or furnace, a drip leg is a very low-cost upgrade will usually catch condensation and loose debris inside the lines before it reaches the tool. Google "drip leg" to see illustrations.
January 23, 8:29 AM [GMT -5]
you would be better using cooper if you want to use a oil lubricator on that line the oil chemical wont break the plastic compound of that hose , it did happen to me once the hose almost blew up under pressure . But the article doesn't mention that you have to use the heavier type of copper there is two type of copper pipe one with a ticker wall construction use that one, its very easy to solder , you pre-solder the whole line one your bench and then install it over head to the sealing of your shop
January 15, 7:51 AM [GMT -5]
I like the idea of having air around the shop without running hoses everywhere. But I think I would rather go with a kit like this: http://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_200367525_200367525 It seems easier to install and is specifically made for running air.
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