[BlindHandyMan] Using Compression Fittings
Hi What is a compression fitting? A compression fitting is a type of coupling used to connect two pipes or a pipe to a fixture or valve. It consists of three parts... the compression nut, the compression ring, and the compression seat. As you can see in the diagram at the left, the nut is slid onto the pipe, followed by the compression ring. The pipe is slid into the fitting (in this case a toilet shutoff valve) and the nut is tightened down. As the nut is tightened, the compression ring is pressed into the seat, causing it to compress against the pipe and the compression nut, providing a watertight connection. Usually, that is. What are the advantages and disadvantages of compression fittings, and how about listing some basic guidelines for their common sense installation and use? Though the primary advantage of compression fittings may seem to be in their ease of assembly, their real advantage is in their ease of disassembly! If you look throughout your home, you will see that the use of compression fittings is generally limited to appliances and fixtures that will... given enough time, normal use, and wild beatings with a hairbrush... wear out and need to be replaced. Look under your bathroom vanities, behind your toilets, under your dishwasher or behind your refrigerator... and you will see compression fittings in flagrante delicto! In fact, the now ubiquitous use of compression fittings in homes conveniently corresponds with the advent of do-it-yourself , user-friendly fixtures and appliances. After all, if you want to sell faucets to folks with limited skills, you want to make their installation as painless as possible. Ergo, compression fittings! But compression fittings have a dark side, and may leak if not used properly. Here are my rules for the use of compression fittings. If you don't follow them, you may regret it! Compression fittings are to be used on stationary connections only... If you look critically at compression fittings, one thing is apparent... they are designed to inhibit the movement of the pipe outward from the fitting. However, they do a poor job preventing the pipe from turning within the fitting. To visualize this, take the example of the connection for a refrigerator icemaker. Typically, a compression fitting is used to connect copper tubing to the icemaker. To prevent the thin 1/4" tubing from kinking or bending when the refrigerator is pushed back to the wall, an excess of tubing is normally "coiled" behind the refrigerator. This acts like a spring, expanding when the refrigerator is pulled out, and compressing when the fridge is pushed back. A problem arises if the tubing is not solidly clamped to the rear of the refrigerator. Without this clamping, the tubing creates a rotational stress on the compression fitting as the fridge is moved, and can over time cause the tubing to rotate within the fitting, or even loosen the compression nut, causing a "stealth" leak behind the refrigerator. This can be a particularly nasty leak, because it can soak the floor with not evidence until the damage is severe... or until friendly, family-minded carpenter ants find the nice, damp wood! Another use for compression fittings that is a qualified NO NO is lengthening of pipes using a double compression fitting. About the only time this is acceptable is under a sink, where there is no movement or stress. If there is even a chance that the compression connection will be subjected to movement or impact of any kind, it is better to use a solder, or "sweat", connection instead. Compression fittings are designed to be used once, but you might get lucky... Each compression fitting is a little different in the way it orients itself while tightening... yet sometimes a fitting can be reused. Refrigerator icemaker connections and dishwasher connections are two that come to mind. If you decide to try to make a connection using the existing permanently attached ring and nut, be sure to lubricate the ring and the threads on the compression nut. You will improve your chance of a successful seal.. You can not remove a compression ring from tubing once it has been used. If you can't get a leakproof connection, the tubing behind the ring will have to be cut, and a new ring installed. Though the compression nuts can often be reused, I would recommend against it because the old nut may be slightly deformed and lessen the quality of the new connection. Always lubricate the compression nut threads before installation... No, I'm not being redundant. It is just good practice to lubricate new compression fittings too, so I thought I would mention it... for the record! Do not overtighten the fitting, especially when using plastic pipe... There is a point beyond which tightening a compression nut will not longer yield any gain. Once you encounter resistance in turning, tighten no more than an additional half turn. Test the connection by turning on the w
[BlindHandyMan] Penny Sizes for Nails
Hi Common, box, and finishing nails have their own size code. Nail lengths are measured in pennies, the symbol being the letter small "d". But, for posterity and reference, here they are: 2d = 1 inch 3d = 1 1/4 inches 4d = 1 1/2 inches 5d = 1 3/4 inches 6d = 2 inches 7d = 2 1/4 inches 8d = 2 1/2 inches 9d = 2 3/4 inches 10d = 3 inches 12d = 3 1/4 inches 16d = 3 1/2 inches 20d = 4 inches 30d = 4 1/2 inches 40d = 5 inches To listen to the show archives go to link http://acbradio.org/handyman.html or ftp://ftp.acbradio.org/acbradio-archives/handyman/ The Pod Cast address for the Blind Handy Man Show is. http://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturday The Pod Cast address for the Cooking In The Dark Show is. http://www.gcast.com/u/cookingindark/main.xml Visit The New Blind Handy Man Files Page To Review Contributions From Various List Members At The Following Address: http://www.jaws-users.com/handyman/ Visit the new archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ For a complete list of email commands pertaining to the Blind Handy Man list just send a blank message to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/blindhandyman/ <*> Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional <*> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/blindhandyman/join (Yahoo! ID required) <*> To change settings via email: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
Re: [BlindHandyMan] Using Compression Fittings
These things are still around but not as much like in the past. Never the less good post my friend. David Ferrin [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.jaws-users.com - Original Message - From: Ray Boyce To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, December 11, 2006 3:27 PM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] Using Compression Fittings Hi What is a compression fitting? A compression fitting is a type of coupling used to connect two pipes or a pipe to a fixture or valve. It consists of three parts... the compression nut, the compression ring, and the compression seat. As you can see in the diagram at the left, the nut is slid onto the pipe, followed by the compression ring. The pipe is slid into the fitting (in this case a toilet shutoff valve) and the nut is tightened down. As the nut is tightened, the compression ring is pressed into the seat, causing it to compress against the pipe and the compression nut, providing a watertight connection. Usually, that is. What are the advantages and disadvantages of compression fittings, and how about listing some basic guidelines for their common sense installation and use? Though the primary advantage of compression fittings may seem to be in their ease of assembly, their real advantage is in their ease of disassembly! If you look throughout your home, you will see that the use of compression fittings is generally limited to appliances and fixtures that will... given enough time, normal use, and wild beatings with a hairbrush... wear out and need to be replaced. Look under your bathroom vanities, behind your toilets, under your dishwasher or behind your refrigerator... and you will see compression fittings in flagrante delicto! In fact, the now ubiquitous use of compression fittings in homes conveniently corresponds with the advent of do-it-yourself , user-friendly fixtures and appliances. After all, if you want to sell faucets to folks with limited skills, you want to make their installation as painless as possible. Ergo, compression fittings! But compression fittings have a dark side, and may leak if not used properly. Here are my rules for the use of compression fittings. If you don't follow them, you may regret it! Compression fittings are to be used on stationary connections only... If you look critically at compression fittings, one thing is apparent... they are designed to inhibit the movement of the pipe outward from the fitting. However, they do a poor job preventing the pipe from turning within the fitting. To visualize this, take the example of the connection for a refrigerator icemaker. Typically, a compression fitting is used to connect copper tubing to the icemaker. To prevent the thin 1/4" tubing from kinking or bending when the refrigerator is pushed back to the wall, an excess of tubing is normally "coiled" behind the refrigerator. This acts like a spring, expanding when the refrigerator is pulled out, and compressing when the fridge is pushed back. A problem arises if the tubing is not solidly clamped to the rear of the refrigerator. Without this clamping, the tubing creates a rotational stress on the compression fitting as the fridge is moved, and can over time cause the tubing to rotate within the fitting, or even loosen the compression nut, causing a "stealth" leak behind the refrigerator. This can be a particularly nasty leak, because it can soak the floor with not evidence until the damage is severe... or until friendly, family-minded carpenter ants find the nice, damp wood! Another use for compression fittings that is a qualified NO NO is lengthening of pipes using a double compression fitting. About the only time this is acceptable is under a sink, where there is no movement or stress. If there is even a chance that the compression connection will be subjected to movement or impact of any kind, it is better to use a solder, or "sweat", connection instead. Compression fittings are designed to be used once, but you might get lucky... Each compression fitting is a little different in the way it orients itself while tightening... yet sometimes a fitting can be reused. Refrigerator icemaker connections and dishwasher connections are two that come to mind. If you decide to try to make a connection using the existing permanently attached ring and nut, be sure to lubricate the ring and the threads on the compression nut. You will improve your chance of a successful seal.. You can not remove a compression ring from tubing once it has been used. If you can't get a leakproof connection, the tubing behind the ring will have to be cut, and a new ring installed. Though the compression nuts can often be reused, I would recommend against it because the old nut may be slightly deformed and lessen the quality of the new connection.
[BlindHandyMan] birdhouse planter plans
Hi All, Last week on the Handyman radio show I talked a little about the birdhouse planter that I was building. I put together a set of plans that hopefully a blind woodworker could follow. There is a link on http://www.geocities.com/lenny_mchugh/ that will take you to the plans. There is also a photograph of the completed planter. On this unit the roof is painted with a thinned out green paint allowing the wood grain to show through and the rest is stained with a white stain. Then polyurethane was applied to everything exposed to the weather. I would like some constructive criticism of the plans. Enjoy Lenny http://www.geocities.com/lenny_mchugh/ [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] To listen to the show archives go to link http://acbradio.org/handyman.html or ftp://ftp.acbradio.org/acbradio-archives/handyman/ The Pod Cast address for the Blind Handy Man Show is. http://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturday The Pod Cast address for the Cooking In The Dark Show is. http://www.gcast.com/u/cookingindark/main.xml Visit The New Blind Handy Man Files Page To Review Contributions From Various List Members At The Following Address: http://www.jaws-users.com/handyman/ Visit the new archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ For a complete list of email commands pertaining to the Blind Handy Man list just send a blank message to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/blindhandyman/ <*> Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional <*> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/blindhandyman/join (Yahoo! ID required) <*> To change settings via email: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
Re: [BlindHandyMan] birdhouse planter plans
Hi Lenny, I was just to your Web pages, looking at the birdhouse planter plans. I couldn't understand it very well mostly because I couldn't get an overall sense of the final outcome. I might be able to follow each instruction and eventually build one but I don't know that I would want to. My suggestion is that you begin with a general description of what the finished project should look like. I know what a traditional birdhouse looks like but there are many variations on that and endless designs of planters. If I could see the picture of course this would be obvious. Thanks. Dale Leavens, Cochrane Ontario Canada [EMAIL PROTECTED] Skype DaleLeavens Come and meet Aurora, Nakita and Nanook at our polar bear habitat. - Original Message - From: "Lenny McHugh" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "blindhandyman" Sent: Saturday, December 09, 2006 4:35 PM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] birdhouse planter plans > Hi All, > Last week on the Handyman radio show I talked a little about the birdhouse > planter that I was building. > I put together a set of plans that hopefully a blind woodworker could > follow. There is a link on http://www.geocities.com/lenny_mchugh/ that > will take you to the plans. There is also a photograph of the completed > planter. On this unit the roof is painted with a thinned out green paint > allowing the wood grain to show through and the rest is stained with a > white stain. Then polyurethane was applied to everything exposed to the > weather. > > I would like some constructive criticism of the plans. > Enjoy > > Lenny http://www.geocities.com/lenny_mchugh/ > > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] > > > > To listen to the show archives go to link > http://acbradio.org/handyman.html > or > ftp://ftp.acbradio.org/acbradio-archives/handyman/ > > The Pod Cast address for the Blind Handy Man Show is. > http://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturday > > The Pod Cast address for the Cooking In The Dark Show is. > http://www.gcast.com/u/cookingindark/main.xml > > Visit The New Blind Handy Man Files Page To Review Contributions From > Various List Members At The Following Address: > http://www.jaws-users.com/handyman/ > Visit the new archives page at the following address > http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ > For a complete list of email commands pertaining to the Blind Handy Man > list just send a blank message to: > [EMAIL PROTECTED] > Yahoo! Groups Links > > > > > > > -- > No virus found in this incoming message. > Checked by AVG Free Edition. > Version: 7.1.409 / Virus Database: 268.15.15/580 - Release Date: 8/12/2006 > > To listen to the show archives go to link http://acbradio.org/handyman.html or ftp://ftp.acbradio.org/acbradio-archives/handyman/ The Pod Cast address for the Blind Handy Man Show is. http://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturday The Pod Cast address for the Cooking In The Dark Show is. http://www.gcast.com/u/cookingindark/main.xml Visit The New Blind Handy Man Files Page To Review Contributions From Various List Members At The Following Address: http://www.jaws-users.com/handyman/ Visit the new archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ For a complete list of email commands pertaining to the Blind Handy Man list just send a blank message to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/blindhandyman/ <*> Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional <*> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/blindhandyman/join (Yahoo! ID required) <*> To change settings via email: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
[BlindHandyMan] Shark Bite information
Hi to all, particularly Edwarde, I have found some information from the makers of Shark Bite push fittings. This is .PDF which Adobe allowed me to save as .TXT. There are the cdontents of two files here, one is sales information, below that is instalation information. I have the .TXT files here if they are wanted. Enjoy. TeeSharkBite® Push-FittingsT A Connection System for Copper, CPVC or PEX Pipe SharkBite® Push-FittingsT are designed to simplify pipe installation. The fittings allow the user to connect pipe in seconds with relative ease. . Instant push-fit connection for increased ease-of-use: No soldering, clamps, unions, or glue required. . Fittings certified to 200 PSI and 200°F (93°C): Proven durability and quality. . Fits copper tubing, and CTS CPVC and PEX: Straight Connects all three types in any combination. Coupling . Integral tube liner for PEX installations: Integrated design means no loose components, ensures secure, reliable connection. . Design certified and agency listed: Inspector friendly, peace of mind! . Compact, robust DZR brass body: Foundation of a strong, corrosion resistant, durable fitting. . Design certified to ANSI/NSF-61 and ASSE 1061 product standard Elbow for use in potable water and hydronic heating water distribution: Quality engineered and manufactured. . Approved to be used underground and behind walls without access panels. . Designed for hydronic heating as well as potable water distribution. TYPICAL INSTALLATION Connecting a joint: No.2 Push the pipe firmly with a twisting action until it clicks. Allow 1" clearance between the fitting and the wall for disconnection. Mark pipe approx. 1" from end Disconnecting a joint: Push the disconnecting clip against the release collar and pull the pipe with a twisting action. (Please consult with local plumbing codes concerning specific water heater piping requirements.) Cash Acme . 2400 7th Avenue SW . Cullman, AL 35055-0278 . 1-877-700-4242 . FAX: 1-877-700-4280 . www.cashacme.com A Division of the Reliance Worldwide Corporation Reference Number: HB001S Issue Date December 2006 SharkBite® Push-FittingsT A Connection System for Copper, CPVC or PEX Pipe Straight Coupling Reducing Coupling Straight Connector Available Sizes 1/2" X 1/2" (U008) 3/4" X 3/4" (U016) 1" X 1" (U020) Available Sizes 3/4" X 1/2" (U058) 1" X 3/4" (U060) Elbow Tee Available Sizes 1/2" X 1/2" (U248) 3/4" X 3/4" (U256) 1" X 1" (U260) 3/4" X 1/2" (U274) 1/2" X 1/2" MNPT (U280) 1/2" X 1/2" FNPT (U308) Available Sizes 1/2" X 1/2" X 1/2" (U362) 3/4" X 3/4" X 3/4" (U370) 1" X 1" X 1" (U374) 3/4" X 3/4" X 1/2" (U412) 1" X 1" X 3/4" (U416) 3/4" X 1/2" X 3/4" (U444) 3/4" X 1/2" X 1/2" (U454) Available Sizes 1/2" X 3/4" FNPT (U068) 1/2" X 1/2" FNPT (U072) 3/4" X 3/4" FNPT (U088) 1" X 1" FNPT (U094) 1/2" X 3/4" MNPT (U116) 1/2" X 1/2" MNPT (U120) 3/4" X 3/4" MNPT (U134) 1" X 1" MNPT (U140) 1" X 3/4" MNPT (U142) Elbow Drop Ear Available Sizes 1/2" X 1/2" (U249) 1/2" X 1/2" FNPT (U334) Hy-Ear Elbow 1/2" X 1/2" FNPT (U335) End Stop Note: Disconnecting clip (1/2" [U710], 3/4" [U712] and 1" [U714]) sold separately. CERTIFICATIONS The SharkBite® Push-FittingsT have been design certified and listed to ASSE 1061/NSF 61. The SharkBite® Push-FittingsT are listed by IAPMO and are certified for potable and hydronic heating water distribution (note: Glycol mixture for hydronics is not to exceed 50% concentration). The SharkBite® Push-FittingsT have been certified for underground applications and as a manufactured joint without access panels and they meet UPC, IPC and cUPC requirements. Available Sizes 1/2" (U514) 3/4" (U518) 1" (U520) Cash Acme . 2400 7th Avenue SW . Cullman, AL 35055-0278 . 1-877-700-4242 . FAX: 1-877-700-4280 . www.cashacme.com A Division of the Reliance Worldwide Corporation 06-CAC-889 12.6.06 Printed in USA OVERBUILT IS AN UNDERSTATEMENT ® SharkBite® Connection System IGC 188/NSF-61 Installation Instructions SharkBite® Connection System The SharkBite® System The SharkBite® connection system uses an advanced push-fit design that works in two stages. When the tube is inserted into the fitting it passes the first stage through a release collar and then through a stainless steel grab ring. The grab ring has teeth that open out and grip onto the tube. At the second stage the tube is pushed through an o-ring protector which aligns the tube. A specially formulated o-ring is then compressed between the wall of the fitting and the tube before the end of the tube reaches the tube stop. Only when the tube has passed through the o-ring and reached the tube stop, is a secure joint created. The SharkBite® fittings can only be used with pipe/tubing certified to the following specifications: . PEX (ASTM F876, CSA B137.5) . Copper (ASTM B 88) . CPVC (ASTM D 2846, CSA B137.6) The SharkBi
Re: [BlindHandyMan] U.S. Post Office
What are the rules for free matter for the blind. Can a blind person mail ant package or letter using free matter for the blind or does it have to pertain to blindness - Original Message - From: Tom Fowle To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Friday, December 08, 2006 4:59 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] U.S. Post Office I have been told that the free matter law actually says the material is supposed to be treated as first class but they don't want to admit or do it. supposedly if you put the following on the package it will improve the service. this is unverified I havn't tried it. FREE MATTER FOR THE BLIND AND PHYS. HANDICAPPED POSTAL MANUAL PART 138 TREAT AS FIRST CLASS MAIL POSTAL MANUAL, PART 135.7 Maybe the numbers get reaaction, but I never use free matter if I'm in a hurry. tom Net-Tamer V 1.13 Beta - Registered [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] To listen to the show archives go to link http://acbradio.org/handyman.html or ftp://ftp.acbradio.org/acbradio-archives/handyman/ The Pod Cast address for the Blind Handy Man Show is. http://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturday The Pod Cast address for the Cooking In The Dark Show is. http://www.gcast.com/u/cookingindark/main.xml Visit The New Blind Handy Man Files Page To Review Contributions From Various List Members At The Following Address: http://www.jaws-users.com/handyman/ Visit the new archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ For a complete list of email commands pertaining to the Blind Handy Man list just send a blank message to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/blindhandyman/ <*> Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional <*> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/blindhandyman/join (Yahoo! ID required) <*> To change settings via email: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
