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Posted by LightsAREon on March 10, 2007, 9:22 pm
rlaggren@mail.com wrote:
>> Perhaps I'll just use
>> flexible water heater connectors and bend them into a U-shape.
>
> With 24" flex connectors, you can put a full loop in them provided the
> piping is located properly. We do this when possible to reduce
> convection flow. The only problem with flex connectors, it's hard to
> get the usual pipe insulation to work; the readily available stuff is
> pretty stiff and doesn't want to conform to the bend and gaps and pops
> off if you have slit it for the install - the usual circumstance.
> There is a soft insulation that works fine, but you probably need to
> visit an air conditioning or hydronic heating supplier to get it and
> it costs more.
>
> Good luck on your project.
>
> Rufus
>
Try an air hammer arrestor instead. The loop thing works but most
inspectors aren't too happy about anything that has more than 270
degrees of bend in them. If this is just a DIY job, go for it. There
are insulation tapes that will do the job but you have to go to a tru
plumbing supply outlet (not Lowes or Home Depot).
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