Facts About Pipe Fittings

Facts About Pipe Fittings

08 October, 2013

Pipe Fittings are an essential part of plumbing requirements in industries, homes and commercial centers. Pipe Fittings are used for installing and joining pipes of different sizes and shapes. Pipe Fittings are available in different sizes, shapes and materials according to their specific applications. Each Pipe Fitting has its own specification that makes it apt for a particular plumbing operation. Following is a list of facts and specifications about Pipe Fittings:

Pipe Fittings like Connectors and fasteners have a specific gender that is decided by the fact that whether it is a receptor or a donator. Pipe Fittings that are fitted inside other pipes is known as a donator or male. While the pipe fitting which is fitted on the outside of other Pipe Fitting or pipe is known as the receptor or female.

The size of pipe fittings can be altered with the help of few other fittings known as reducers, adapters, bushings and couplings.

Pipe Fittings are available in different materials. Each material has its own advantage. Steel and Brass Pipe Fittings are strong and durable, while Copper and Aluminum Pipe Fittings are popular for their resistance to corrosion. Plastic Pipe Fittings are inexpensive and are apt for drainage and water supply systems. Threaded Plumbing Pipe & Fittings are very convenient to fit because they can be easily slipped on other Pipes or Pipe Fittings. Threaded Pipe Fittings are not just convenient for fitting purposes but they can be easily re-opened for removing blockages.

The Pipe Fitting must be of same material of which the pipe in which it has to be fitted is made.

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