[K3CAL] Statement using PVC piping for compress compressed air...

[Richard Terlisner]

you cannot use pvc pipe, it is too brittle and can fracture
catastrophically.  however, there are other systems that use other types of
tubing.  i've sen some of these before.  one such company is rapidair.

http://www.rapidairproducts.com/index.asp

dick t
n3vkw


On Fri, Sep 20, 2013 at 9:10 PM, N3QHC <n3qhc at verizon.net> wrote:

> Q. *"Can I use PVC pipe and fittings/valves for compressed air or gases?"*
> A. Although some people use PVC piping for compressed air or gases, we
> are not aware of any fittings manufacturer that recommends it and we highly
> recommend that you do NOT use plastic fittings with compressed air/gases.
> We believe it is dangerous and absolutely do *not* recommend it. Air is
> much more compressible than are liquids and could therefore cause a violent
> explosion.****
>
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> Source:  http://www.plumbingsupply.com/pvc.html ****
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> 73, Dennis N3QHC****
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