As verbs the difference between cane and crutch. is that cane is to strike or beat with a cane or similar implement while crutch is to support on crutches; to prop up.
Types of Pipes. Pipes come in several types and sizes. They can be divided into three main categories: metallic pipes, cement pipes and plastic pipes. Metallic pipes include steel pipes, galvanised iron pipes and cast iron pipes. Cement pipes include concrete cement pipes and asbestos cement pipes.
Plastic or PVC pipes. There are 3 common types of plastic pipes are available in market, as given below. 1  Unplasticized PVC (UPVC) or rigid pipes for use with cold water. 2  Plasticized PVC pipes which are plasticized with addition of rubber. 3  Chlorinated PVC (CPVC) pipes which can withstand higher temperatures upto 120 0 (used to carry hot water).