May 3, 2008 · Pipe dope is a gooey paste that is used on threaded pipe joints. Teflon tape is used for the same purpose, and some plumbers use both at the same time. Plumbers putty is use when …

Jul 22, 2019 · What is the dopist pipe dope? TL forum searches for "favorite pipe thread sealant" and "best pipe thread sealant" yielded no results. There is a such a plethora of products out there today. …

Sep 28, 2005 · 3 to 4 wraps of teflon is all you need along with a small amount of teflon thread sealant works good. I do this on dieelectric unions, shower heads and anything in water piping with IPS …

Oct 6, 2024 · Box stores and plumbing supply houses have compression couplings pipe size that come in brass and galvanized with epdm seals.I Could cut below valve. Screw on a new valve and with …

Nov 20, 2015 · The technical diagrams shows it as 2cm diameter. What exactly is the G1/2" thread size? Are there special connectors for this or can a standard thread fitting work? What you got there is also …

Sep 9, 2011 · Do slip-joints require teflon tape and/or pipe dope? According to Geberit's tech support... for their tubular pvc slip-joint W&O fittings, for instance, they say they do NOT recommend use of …

May 23, 2007 · For a correct pipe thread you should be able to hand tight the fitting 3 turns, use a anaerobic pipe sealant on thread first then 4 turns with tefon tape, hand tight fitting on to pipe, …

Sep 21, 2010 · Teflon paste and pipe dope, just like Teflon tape, make threaded joints slippery. Their use on PVC fittings can be an invitation to over-torque. When working with threaded plastic fittings …

Jan 13, 2021 · Putty is for installing sink drains. Pipe dope thread sealant is used on the IP threads on both sides going into the regulator. The gas flex is a flare fit, not needing anything. Some plumbers …

Sep 3, 2014 · I need to thread and build a design using 1/2 " threaded black iron pipe. For example I have a piece of 1/2" threaded pipe. I need to thread on a 1/2" 90 on both ends and at a length of 12" …