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    Oct 30, 2009, 10:06 AM
    Pvc piping
    Can PVC piping be used for steam radiators?
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    Oct 30, 2009, 12:27 PM

    Not in my area... PVC pipes are not designed to carry hot water / steam. If you run hot water through PVC, it will soften, losing its ability to hold pressure. Any threaded joint will start leaking.
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    Oct 30, 2009, 04:44 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by phillace View Post
    Can PVC piping be used for steam radiators?
    No-No-and NO! PVC isn't even rated for hot water let alone steam.
    Cheers, Tom
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