Galv. pipe in hydronic systems with treated water
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Gordo
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I've seen dark hints of problems caused when galv. pipe is used in hydronic systems with treated water. As I understand it, the zinc and the chemicals used for treating the water interact in negative ways. What are these problems, specifically? Would a 3/4" x 6" galv. nipple in a 500 gal. system be an issue? Thanks for your help.
Hydrolevel VXT Fanboy
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Depends on the treatment
and what is blended in the conditioner. I know Dow cautions against the use of galvanized pipe of fittings, as the inhibitors in there glycols react with the zinc.
I imagine this could be the case with some hydronic conditioner fluids also.
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