Material
The most common material for residential plumbing
PVC
Drain Waste Vent.
The hand tool used for cutting pipe
Hand saw or Hack saw
List 3 fittings that are used in residential plumbing
elbows, tees, couplings, unions, reducers, crosses, and caps.
When supplying hot or cold water, which type of pipe is typically used?
CPVC or copper
Known for how long it last, but is much more difficult to install.
Copper pipe
This fitting can never be used in DWV under the foor
the Tee fitting
What type of wrench in most common with plumbing
Pipe Wrench
Used for trapping water to prevent chemicals from releasing into a room, used manly in sinks and toilets.
P trap
True or false, Copper pipe is easier to install then PVC
False
What is CPVC generally used for
High temperature water, or chemicals.
All DWV leads to the
Septic tank
An electric tool used for cutting pipe
SawZaw/ Reciprocating saw
Where does the pipe enter the fitting for PVC fittings
the Hub
True or false
Water supply for cold water and hot water are supplied in 2 separate pipes
True
what does the first C stand for in CPVC
Chlorinated
How many inches should pipe stick above your roof
6 inches
This tool is used for cutting small hoeses or pipe
Pipe cutters
Which fitting has a 45 degree angle connected to a straight pipe
the Y fitting
True or false
The smaller the pipe diameter the more pressure on the water.
True
3 main materials used for residential plumbing.
CPVC, PVC, and copper.
(PEX, or ABS works.)
How large should the diameter be for a residential home
4 inches
Which pair of tools would NOT be used for plumbing
(hacksaws, cutters, side cutting pliers, wrenches, or circular saw )
Side cutting pliers
What is the main purpose of Pipe fittings
To connect pipes, and turn them in different directions.
Where does the water come from in residential plumbing
Public water supply.