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Cooper + Galvanized pipes

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Solangel

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Aug 31, 2001
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What is the reaction between a cooper pipe and a galvanized pipe, there is a problem in this kind of connection.
 
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Copper and zinc are near opposite ends of the "activity scale" defined by corrosion researchers, and will react in the presence of water.

Do a web search for "galvanic corrosion" to learn the basics.
 
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