Re: Copper Pipe Leaks

Posted by hj on March 25, 2002 at 08:45:18:
In response to Re: Copper Pipe Leaks
Unless you replace all the piping, using a heavier gauge might not help, unless that particular section of pipe is arranged in such a way that it is subject to greater erosion. My recommendation is to install a globe valve on the OUTLET of the pump and then use it to reduce the pump's flow rate until it is just adequate to maintain the temperature in the pipes. : Would the plumbers (hj and others) advise replacing the eroded pipe and if so, what about using heavier gauge? I'm assuming that light gauge was used in original installation.

Posted by hj on March 25, 2002 at 08:45:18:

In response to Re: Copper Pipe Leaks

Unless you replace all the piping, using a heavier gauge might not help, unless that particular section of pipe is arranged in such a way that it is subject to greater erosion. My recommendation is to install a globe valve on the OUTLET of the pump and then use it to reduce the pump's flow rate until it is just adequate to maintain the temperature in the pipes.

: Would the plumbers (hj and others) advise replacing the eroded pipe and if so, what about using heavier gauge? I'm assuming that light gauge was used in original installation.

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