Condensate Piping
Condensate Piping
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Can someone please explain why many specify to use Copper Type K for condensate return lines instead of Steel pipe?
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RE: Condensate Piping
Good luck,
Latexman
RE: Condensate Piping
Steam in copper is not a problem. Condensate in copper, in and of itself, is not nearly always a problem. But the table is set, and just waiting for another factor like boiler carry-over to get the party started. I would NOT use copper for condensate service. If carbon steel won't stand up effectively (and in most cases, it will), then go to SS
RE: Condensate Piping
Dave
RE: Condensate Piping
The best way is to control the conditions of your system (deareation, chemical conditioning) in this way you will not have CO2 or Oxygen that makes condensate very agressive (Low pH).
Kind regards