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> perhaps 316 stainless steel Stainless steel is awesome! Unfortunately the connections are not so easy. Stainless steel-to-brass threaded connections are pro
by amluto 4y ago
> perhaps 316 stainless steel
Stainless steel is awesome! Unfortunately the connections are not so easy. Stainless steel-to-brass threaded connections are probably safe under most circumstances but are dubious per the code. Push-to-connect fittings often use little stainless teeth to hold the tubing in, and this may work less well when the pipe is nearly as hard as the teeth. (John Guest makes special fittings for stainless steel tubing.) You can’t sweat stainless steel pipes.
Obviously everyone should plumb their houses with swagelok fittings! :)
- cto_of_antifa 4y agoThe other option would be brazing with jewelry silver at like $60/oz. Yikes.
- rainbowzootsuit 4y agoProbably a better compromise is stainless press-style fittings. The tools are going to be much too expensive for the average homeowner plumbing needs, but they work out in the commercial sector or for professional plumbers. MegaPress and ProPress are a couple of popular brands. The also have an advantage that they avoid "hot work" in places where it leads to greater regulation / stringent safety precautions.
- quartesixte 4y ago37deg Flare fittings or bust!!