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    Oct 31, 2012, 04:59 AM
    Galvanized pipes
    How do I transition from copper pipes to existing galvanized pipes- can it be done
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    Oct 31, 2012, 05:59 AM
    [QUOTE][How do I transition from copper pipes to existing galvanized pipes- can it be done/QUOTE] You first solder on a threaded male adapter on the copper and use a dielectric union , (see image) to transition to galvanized pipe. Good luck, Tom
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    Oct 31, 2012, 09:07 PM
    Follow Tom's instructions.

    FYI: Do not use brass fitting - as they used to be used for that purpose. They are not accepted as die-electric fitting anymore. Milo
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    Nov 1, 2012, 07:03 AM
    Hey Milo! I learn something new from you guys all the time. Care to fill me in on dielectric
    Unions? Thanks, Tom
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