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What kind of pipe?

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Volvoguy87
Volvoguy87 Posts: 27
in Radiant Heating
I'm looking at installing a chiller system with heating capability in part of my home.  There are no hydronic components in the building, so I get the luxury / curse of installing it all from scratch.

What is the best type of pipe to use for a 2-pipe system that will be used for air conditioning as well as heating (not at the same time, obviously)?  Is it possible to buy pre-insulated pipe to make installation easier?



I'm better with steam,

Dave

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  • NRT_Rob
    NRT_Rob Member Posts: 1,013
    edited August 2012
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    dupe
    Rob Brown
    Designer for Rockport Mechanical
    in beautiful Rockport Maine.
  • NRT_Rob
    NRT_Rob Member Posts: 1,013
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    I think it would be easier with preinsulated lines...

    but sizes for preinsulated pipe are pretty limited. may not be possible to get what you need.



    I am generally specifying hard pipe to allow the insulation to be done properly, but maybe a PEX-AL-PEX if you are tooled up with good fittings would be a happy medium.
    Rob Brown
    Designer for Rockport Mechanical
    in beautiful Rockport Maine.
  • SWEI
    SWEI Member Posts: 7,356
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    if they do make them

    the price of that pre-insulated PEX is going to shock you.



    If given the option, I'd choose Aquatherm pipe. Minimal condensation with chilled water and the insulation work is easy..
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