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fittings

A fitting or adapter is used in pipe systems to connect straight sections of pipe or tube, adapt to different sizes or shapes, and for other purposes such as regulating (or measuring) fluid flow. These fittings are used in plumbing to manipulate the conveyance of water, gas, or liquid waste in domestic or commercial environments, within a system of pipes or tubes.
Fittings (especially uncommon types) require money, time, materials, and tools to install, and are an important part of piping and plumbing systems. Valves are technically fittings, but are usually discussed separately.

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  1. M

    Appropriate fitting for copper pipes?

    Hi, Upstairs flat changed their boiler - some of their old fittings couldn't stand the pressure, big hole in our ceiling. Their plumber put in a temporary fix as they were unable to solder. Any thoughts on whether what they've done is suitable as a long term fix? The ceiling is not yet back...
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  2. GQuigley67

    Copper mapress fittings for sale

    Got loads here nearly a Hessien bag full I have no need for them it was from a contract. If anyone is interest let me know
  3. S

    Self Cutting Drain & water fittings.

    I plan to use these on my dishwasher installation. Anyone had any problems with them, the drain fitting has a non return valve. Stearman65.
  4. S

    8mm- hassle

    Getting hold of 8mm pipe fittings is such a pain, it's no wonder many engineers just use 10mm all the time on any installation, does anyone know of a good supplier of 8mm compression and flared fittings, it appears to be almost impossible to buy 8mm pipe inserts. 6 3/8 male to 8mm has just cost...
  5. E

    pipes and fittings don't fit properly

    Hi, I'm trying to build a prop with clear plastic pipes and coloured liquids in them. I don't know anything about plumbing but bought 50mm OD clear acrylic pipe and 50mm fittings. I thought the pipe would fit very snugly in these fittings but it's completely loose and the fittings measure about...
  6. D

    15 mm fittings

    Hi Does anyone know if there is a compression coupling that joins the old 15mm BS864 to the new 15 mm en1254-2? threads are slightly different. Thanks
  7. R

    What fittings are these please?

    The one on the basin look like they need a demounting tool. What Brand is it please. And the supply is these fittings which looks like it's demountable but what brand is it please?
  8. quality

    Crimp fittings

    Does anyone know what this brand is. I have some work to do and the whole lot is this stuff. I`m going to remove all the rubbish but will need to connect to a couple pipes that have to stay
  9. P

    Attaching a Water Filter - Help with Fittings (Complete novice)

    Hi people, I am trying to do a basic plumbing installation, and would like some pointers, as i have never done any plumbing in my life, and i want to do the job right and as simply as possible, without fuss, and preferrably without calling a plumber out. I want a challenge! I want to use...
  10. D

    Tectite fittings on gas

    Just seen this pic on Twitter, looks like tectite fittings on the gas to me. Didn't think that was aloud?
  11. R

    Outdoor tap installed

    Hi Guys, Just looking for some info. I installed an outdoor garden tap recently. I turned it on today and the water seemed to come out with a yellowish colour but only for a second or two then normal. I used copper pipe for the installation. Was under the impression that copper does not rust...
  12. S

    What fittings do I need for shower jet heads??

    Hi I have builders in doing an attic room who can also do general plumbing but say they are stumped with the shower/jet/ and hand shower set up. All that came from the place I bought the items was the shower jet heads with a 22mm thread on the end nothing else. What does this screw into? Can...
  13. M

    solder snots on pipe

    Bar looking unsightly are solder snots ruining down the pipe from the above fitting a problem. Guy I work with does this. Looks bad but is on a first fix so underfloor pipework that will never be seen.
  14. M

    pex fitting to rad

    have 20mm pex running behind wall and looking at ways to connect to rad ( horizontal connection )... obviously only want as few connections in wall and 1 if possible. was planing of using a copper stub out elbow using a crimp connection if i can source them to germany. not sure if this...
  15. M

    compression or quick connect fittings

    got a job commin up which im using pex. ive used sharkbite and john guest quick connects before with good success in australia but looking for a supplier for push fittings but cant seem to find a online supplier that ships to germany. i have found plenty that sell compression fittings but ive...
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    hall of Shame Photos

    I have just spent the most enjoyable 2 hours this afternoon. I have never laughed so much for ages looking at the photos. I have got as far as Page 80 and intend to go to the end; it is going to be hilarious. There seems to be Competent plumbers like members on this forum,cowboys,Diy`s and...
  17. Inverness

    P,d,m brass fittings is it for imperial or metric pipe?

    I went after college to do a homer but I had limited material as I didn't know what to expect. I Went to change the bath taps for a bath mixer but before I cut any pipe I noticed the brass fittings are stamped p,d,m can someone tell me if the copper pipe will be metric or imperial. So I know if...
  18. A

    Name the Vaillant?

    Hey guys, I hope you're well, just cant find out what boiler this is! I know there's not much to go by but if anybody knows what model is it I'd be extremely grateful. Also what are them fittings underneath? just standard compression couplings or what? Thanks!
  19. M

    solderd.sockets.on pipe.run

    Due to were I work.changing the plan of.a.house I now.need to change some pipework on the first fix all copper. So the main pipe runs.will now need extra sockets in them either that or.do a fair bit of repiping. Is having sockets on pipes that wouldnt.of orginaly needed that as the pipe would of...
  20. O

    What fittings

    Hello all engineers just a quick question to avoid another sort of leak or problem in the future. What sort of fittings would you use to re install the shower valve ? The customer told me that the previous plumber has used a kind of silicon / gum stuff to seal the fitting they had a massive...

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