bronze (bronze)
alloy of copper and tin. For special purposes other metals such as phosphorus, lead, zinc, silicon, or aluminum are added. Most bronze alloys resist corrosion. Advertisements
alloy of copper and tin. For special purposes other metals such as phosphorus, lead, zinc, silicon, or aluminum are added. Most bronze alloys resist corrosion. Advertisements
a composite pipe with an aluminum alloy core, having on one or both surfaces a metallurgically bonded aluminum or aluminum alloy layer that is anodic to the core alloy to which it is bonded, thus electrolytically protecting the core alloy against corrosion.
same as a caulking iron except that the force from the impactor is directed in a non-straight line. Offset irons are made in left and right versions.
the residual pressure in the water supply pipe at a faucet, pressurized flushing device, water outlet, or other endpoint device when in an open and flowing condition.
a valve in which the opening, consisting of a small hole, is opened or closed by a long, needle-like spindle that is thrust into or is withdrawn from the hole. Used where the fine control of liquids is required.
a device operated either electrically, by other power or other mechanical means so constructed as to elevate liquids from a lower level to a point of discharge.
a point on a backflow prevention device or vacuum breaker that is usually stamped on the device by the manufacturer to specify the minimum elevation above the flood level rim of the fixture served. A plumbing code term.