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Return Insulation

dlipter
Member Posts: 59
My return is 1 1/2" OD copper pipe. The old insulation has crumbled. Is it important to insulate the return?
Would polyethylene pipe wrap be suitable?
It is rated to 180 deg F.
Would polyethylene pipe wrap be suitable?
It is rated to 180 deg F.
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Much more important that the steam line are all insulated.
Be careful with the return line insulation it could contain asbestos depending on it's age
If you reinsulate the returns I would use 1" fiberglass pipe insulation.0 -
Why fiberglass?0
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