Tube, Pipe + Fittings
- Overview
- Key Copper Benefits
- TechCorner
- Designing and Installing Copper Piping Systems
- Is There A Problem With Embedding Copper Tube In Concrete?
- Why Do I Have Blue/Green Staining Of My Bathroom Fixtures
- Corrosion of Mixed Metal Fire Sprinkler Systems
- Is It True That Electrolysis Can Cause My Copper Tube To Fail?
- Glossary of Technical Terms
- How to Prevent Corrosion of Copper Tube in Underground or Buried Applications?
- Can Copper Tube Be Used in Steam and Steam Condensate Piping Systems?
- Soldering and Brazing Explained
- Designing and Installing Copper Piping Systems
- Regional Managers
- Applications
- Resources & Tools
- Benefits of Copper Plumbing
- Best Buy in Plumbing
- Working with Plumbing Subcontractors: Doing Your Homework
- Homebuyers Prefer Copper
- Installation Support
- Working with Plumbing Subcontractors: Problem Solving
- Working with Plumbing Subcontractors: Running the Job
- Selling with Copper: Showcasing Your Copper
- Selling to the Residential Market
- Selling with Copper
- Working with Plumbing Subcontractors: Role in Your Business
- Builder Satisfaction Program
- Copper Brochures
- Why Your Builder Chose Solid Brass Hardware
- Why Your Builder Chose Solid Brass Plumbing Fixtures
- Why Your Builder Chose Copper Communications Wiring
- Why Your Builder Chose Copper Flashing
- Why Your Builder Chose Copper Plumbing
- Why Your Builder Chose All Copper Wiring
- Why Your Builder Chose Flexible Copper Tube for Gas Distribution
- Why Choose Copper Plumbing
- Why Your Builder Chose Solid Brass Hardware
- Consumer Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Manufacturer's 50-Year Warranty
- Benefits of Copper Plumbing
- Installing Copper Piping Systems
- Technical References
- Guide Specifications on Plumbing
- Copper Tube Handbook: Introduction
- Soldering Procedure Specification
- Brazing Procedure Specifications
- Chillers
- Fire Sprinkler Systems Application Handbook
- How Copper Tube is Certified
- Lead Free Requirements of Safe Drinking Water Act
- Copper & Copper Alloy Tube, Pipe & Fittings Standards
- Commercial Tube
- Copper DX Geothermal Heat Pumps
Copper Tube Handbook: Table of Contents
Understanding Copper Tube
I. Standard Tubes
Types of CopperProperties
Identification of Copper Tube
II. Selecting the Right Tube for the Job
Advantages of Copper TubeRecommendations for Various Applications
III. Design and Installation Data
Pressure System SizingPressure Ratings and Burst Strength
Drainage Plumbing Systems
Copper Tube for Heating Systems
Ground Source Heat Pumps
Nonflammable Medical Gas Systems
Snow-Melting Systems
Irrigation and Agricultural Sprinkler Systems
Solar Energy Systems
General Considerations
Working with Copper Tube
IV. Bending
General ConsiderationsV. Joining
IntroductionFittings
Solders
Fluxes
VI. Soldered Joints
IntroductionMeasuring and Cutting
Reaming
Cleaning
Applying Flux
Assembly and Support
Heating
Applying Solder
Cleaning and Cooling
Testing
VII. Brazed Joints
IntroductionBrazing Filler Metals
Fluxes
Assembly
Applying Heat and Brazing
Horizontal and Vertical Joints
Removing Residue
General Hints and Suggestions
Testing
Purging
VIII. Flared Joints
Flared JointsIX. Additional Joining Methods
General InformationAppendix
Organizations ListingTechnical Data
Index of TablesIndex of Figures
Copper Tube Handbook
Table of Contents provides a view of the full contents of this publication and the links to go to specific sections of this handbook.
The entire Copper Tube Handbook can be downloaded in pdf format [6.38 MB].
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