Piping technology made easy

Piping technology is made easy that to lay pipes in your homes would seem very basic that anyone can easily understand its purpose and function. Pipes are designed to channel in and out liquid forms of substance such as water, gas, etc. As we have discussed in some of the articles in this site, pipes are designed and manufactured according to its use. Clean water pipes are designed in another way than waste water pipes.

This article will help you understand the efficiency of a piping system and prepare you to do your piping project. To find out the different types of pipes, you can view other articles in this site for more information.

The Common Pipe Sizes for a Project

Generally, plumbing pipes come in several sizing standards with its functionality. The most common pipes in use are cast iron soil pipe, sewer main or sewer and drain, Standard Dimensional Ratio or SDR, copper tube size or CTS, schedule 40, and schedule 80. Each size is designed for a certain purpose and for a certain function.

Pipe dimensions are basically designed to add or decrease pressure in transporting or channeling supply of liquids in them. Larger pipe dimensions maintain pressure while smaller dimensions increases pressure on the pipe. In channeling water, upon reducing pipe dimension from a larger pipe, the pressure would increase into the smaller pipe. However, pressure can decrease if a smaller pipe is connected to a larger pipe.

Plan your piping project carefully and know the exact dimensions of the pipe you will use. It is important that you detail your plan in a drawing and apply the basic piping technology to have the pressure you need. Remember to check the local code requirements and verify if the materials you picked will meet the local code standards.

The piping technology essentials that make the Job Easier

Typically, plumbing is not an easy task for DIY or do it yourself people. Handy tools can provide convenience that would lessen the load for the job. These handy tools are available in the tools section of hardware stores and DIY warehouses. These are also available for rent on a project basis in some DIY stores.

Plumbing would need a tube cutter to make cutting activities shorter on plastic pipes. The cast iron cutter can do the same and easily cuts through cast-iron pipe. A telescopic tube cutter is used for copper, brass, aluminum, and thin-walled stainless steel pipes and is a good choice for tight spaces as their feed screw keeps them a consistent size throughout the cut.

In laying your pipes, you have to support a horizontal pipe every 4 to 6 feet apart. Use a hanger. There are several types of hangers that include; copper two-hole straps, plumber’s straps, wire hooks and plastic hangers. These hangers will hold the pipes securely in place.

A water hammer arrestor also known as the muffler is used to dampen the banging or thumping in water lines that usually occurs when flow of water is instantaneously stopped on appliances such as dishwashers, faucets and washing machines. It is known for its noise reduction property and also prevents damaged to faucets and pipes.

Using vent filters can effective trap smoke particles, dust and dirt that runs out of pipes and provides clean air flows back into your homes. High quality filters designed to fit your homes can remove contaminants, reduce allergens, odors, bacteria and even add a fresh aroma to its surrounding.

A sink trap is a U-shaped, S-shaped or a J-shaped pipe located below or within a plumbing fixture. This is commonly found under your sink. This prevents harmful sewer gases from entering your home.

Now in checking for leakages on your pipes, use a cap to temporarily seal the end of a pipe. Turn the water back on and check for leakages.

You can actually do it

Knowing the above basic understanding of how plumbing pipes work, you can now work on your project comfortably.

Always begin by checking your local code and regulations for piping standard requirements. Follow safe practices strictly. Piping technology is now made easy for almost everyone.