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Strategies & Market Trends : Commodities - The Coming Bull Market

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To: Robert Douglas who wrote (1250)4/16/2002 10:24:44 PM
From: Robert Douglas   of 1643
 
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Considerations of copper pipe:

Some report of "metallic taste" to water
Can produce "pin hole" leaks in presence of acidic water
Limited in some areas to use only when water pH is less than 6.5 - 6.8 (acidic)

Can leach lead or copper into water supply

Suitable for use when pH is between 6.5 and 8.5

Subject to jobsite theft

Labor intensive installation process requires skilled plumber

Calcium build-up can occur, constricting water flow

Higher initial installed cost (labor and materials)

Thermal loss - requires insulating jacket

Condensation can occur if not properly insulated

Noisy at high water velocities

Subject to water hammer at velocities higher than 5 FPS; may require water hammer arrestors to mitigate damage

Copper joints prone to failure at high temperatures (180°F
and velocities)

Installation with gas torch is a potential fire hazard

Repairs difficult for DIY'ers, requiring special training and tools

Cannot make solder repairs with water in pipes

Price of copper fluctuates over time depending on raw materials demand
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