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Plumbers Putty

Plumber's Putty

Used on sink rims, drain plugs and faucets before installation. Ensures a good...

 
Propane Fuel

Propane Fuel

Attaches to a propane torch. Propane comes in bright blue tanks and MAPP welding gas comes in yellow tanks. Propane is generally used to heat...

 
Propane Torch

Propane Torch

Used to heat joints in copper pipe so solder can melt. Also use to heat corroded fittings to loosen them. Attaches to a cylinder containing...

 
Solder

Solder

Used to sweat a copper fitting. Forms a bond between fitting and pipe. Use lead-free solder if used on potable water lines. Most common...

 
Teflon Tape

Teflon Tape

Does the same job as pipe joint compound, but is easier to use. Thin tape applied to pipe threads before joining. Do not use on gas...

 
 
 


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