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Re: Question about plumbers tools.
Originally Posted by Aviator
(Post 11096242)
I brought my hammers from the UK and they worked fine on Canadian nails, even though they were thicker then UK ones. |
Re: Question about plumbers tools.
Originally Posted by R I C H
(Post 11096263)
I think you mean less brite. :)
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Re: Question about plumbers tools.
Other half says no, his pipe cutters do not work here. Rothenberger is not sold here.
That's all. |
Re: Question about plumbers tools.
Originally Posted by Aviator
(Post 11096242)
They do http://www.milwaukeetool.com/power-t...rdless/2471-22
Pipe cutters and bender are adjustable, so cannot figure out the problem. If the pipe wall is thicker, it just takes a bit longer and a few more turns to cut the pipe, whether you were using a manual or electric tool. |
Re: Question about plumbers tools.
Originally Posted by caretaker
(Post 11096771)
Was talking about your silly plugs, but I think I understand now. We designate our pipe by inside dia, and because our pipe is thicker the channels of the bender are all a touch too narrow for the same size. Doesn't matter, plumbers make stupid money, buy new tools and welcome to Canada!
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Re: Question about plumbers tools.
Originally Posted by Claren
(Post 11096879)
Uk pipe size is metric, 15mm and 22mm, Canadian pipe is imperial 1/2 inch and 3/4 inch. pipe benders or pipe slice will not work,adjustable pipe cutters do work. most of the soldering done here is done using MAP gas, a new(decent) blow torch head cost 60 bucks. Majority of pipework is now done in PEX, not copper, what is done tends to be short length boiler work using elbows. Pex crimpers are $100 each and are a necessity.
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Re: Question about plumbers tools.
Originally Posted by Claren
(Post 11096879)
Uk pipe size is metric, 15mm and 22mm, Canadian pipe is imperial 1/2 inch and 3/4 inch. pipe benders or pipe slice will not work,adjustable pipe cutters do work. most of the soldering done here is done using MAP gas, a new(decent) blow torch head cost 60 bucks. Majority of pipework is now done in PEX, not copper, what is done tends to be short length boiler work using elbows. Pex crimpers are $100 each and are a necessity.
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Re: Question about plumbers tools.
i purchased a blow torch last year when i went over to new york to fit my brothers oil tank (was cheeper to fly me over then get a local company) when i brought it home i didn't know if it would fit, but it does fit the throw away bottles so you show be all good. pipe slices no use at all
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Re: Question about plumbers tools.
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Originally Posted by J-A-UK
(Post 11095630)
Sorry - definitely cant see that one, but I guess must you know
Reno'd 10 properties in UK, construction, electrics, plumbing, roofing the works and done 2 here in Canada - I've not really found too much difference in reality. I would have no hesitation in saying chance the cutters and pipe bender above any other tool. Where did you find the info to say that copper piping is different? Other than imperial sizing (makes no difference to uk metric tools) Not arguing - just interested. I meant pipe cutters that are made specifically for each size pipe. 1/2", 3/4", 1" UK ones won't fit on Canadian copper pipe. |
Re: Question about plumbers tools.
Originally Posted by Shirtback
(Post 11096165)
Studiously ignoring the innuendos on the pipe tools part of the questions, although having a good giggle :-), I highly doubt it.
Having wasted far too much time trying to adapt Euro tools/appliances/you-name-it, my-ex-tried-it, to Canadian norms, I'd advise that even if one "can", one may then encounter compliance with Norms issues .. (+1 on the cutting tool question bemusement)... |
Re: Question about plumbers tools.
Originally Posted by Aviator
(Post 11096242)
They do http://www.milwaukeetool.com/power-t...rdless/2471-22
Pipe cutters and bender are adjustable, so cannot figure out the problem. If the pipe wall is thicker, it just takes a bit longer and a few more turns to cut the pipe, whether you were using a manual or electric tool. I brought my hammers from the UK and they worked fine on Canadian nails, even though they were thicker than UK ones. |
Re: Question about plumbers tools.
Originally Posted by MrHyperPants
(Post 11097986)
Sorry should of explained myself better. I wasn't talking about adjustable pipe cutters.
I meant pipe cutters that are made specifically for each size pipe. 1/2", 3/4", 1" UK ones won't fit on Canadian copper pipe. |
Re: Question about plumbers tools.
Originally Posted by bats
(Post 11098084)
But Canadian pipes are in imperial measurements so they should.
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Re: Question about plumbers tools.
Originally Posted by caretaker
(Post 11098108)
No, UK is apparently metric now, read back a bit to Claren's post. Empire in name only, apparently.
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Re: Question about plumbers tools.
Originally Posted by bats
(Post 11098118)
Yes, UK is metric, but a few posts back wasn't the OP saying they were specifically for imperial size?
A lawyer had a big party on Saturday night and one of his guests plugged the toilet up. The plumber was called and quickly plunged it out. On being presented with the bill the lawyer said, "What! $162.00? You were only here for 15 minutes!" "Yes, replied the plumber, but it's Saturday so it's an emergency call out, and there's a transport fee of $15 dollars, plus the normal minimum of $78 so a 1 hr minimum emergency call is $162.00. The lawyer was outraged, "I'm a top-notch legal professional and I only charge $150.00 per hour!" "Really?, said the plumber, that's what I used to charge when I was a lawyer." |
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