replacing a copper cylinder

[DIYBlues]

Hi Guys

Within the next week I'll be replacing my old copper cylinder. I have all the new parts and fittings required but there doesn't seem to be any fiber washers with the connectors. To make a good seal do I just use PTFE tape on the thread and tighten securely.

I have one blanking plate - Shower Flange - cold in - hot water draw off - and indirect heating in and out
(just incase it makes a difference)!!

Regards
DIYBlues

 

[Puddle]

Can not think of any fiber washers you will need,you will either have male to compression fittings,just ptfe tape thread on fitting or you will have cylinder unions ,were you just use a smudging of jointing paste on metal face
Your blanking plate presume is immersion cap again,although you can get a fiber washer for this,just ptfs the thread,,take your time,you should be ok

imho

 

[ecowarm]

Some cylinder unions are designed for fiber washers, you get the type with a taper face which will seal with a wipe of paste and the other type have a flat face and should come with fiber washers

 

[Puddle]

Some cylinder unions are designed for fiber washers, you get the type with a taper face which will seal with a wipe of paste and the other type have a flat face and should come with fiber washers

Never seen the ones with fiber washers

You do not get cylinder unions much in the South,the odd occasional one coming off the top of the cylinder,it's all female or male fittings to compression,I prefer the unions,used to have to bring them down form the North,as thats all I used there and give a better ,easier joint imho

 

[ecowarm]

Want some posting down puds

 

[ecowarm]

I fact I can bring them, we are coming to London for a couple of days next week, tower bridge area 😉

 

[DIYBlues]

This will be the type of connectors I will be using. 1" x 22mm compression.

 

[aqualogic7]

Union adaptor. copper x BSP union nut. Cone joint to BS 1010.these would be better yp68 yorkshire .yes i know about these and still live in south

 

[Mike Jackson]

I always use the cylinder unions, a lot neater.

 

[Barry98]

I fact I can bring them, we are coming to London for a couple of days next week, tower bridge area 😉

dont jump mate things will get better

 

[TBServices]

Sometimes I despair of this place.


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[stevetheplumber]

Sometimes I despair of this place.


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you need to be here a while to realy understand despair

 

[Barry98]

Sometimes I despair of this place.

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in what way

 

[Nostrum]

PTS sell cylinder unions off the shelf down here (south west) Also BES have them in the catalogue, much better than trying to wrap PTFE around the cylinder thread with all that spray lagging getting in the way, only to ruin all the said lagging with your spanner tightening them up

 

[TBServices]

in what way

I suppose I may be in a minority here, but i don't see handing out free advice to have-a-go Henry's very beneficial to our business as a whole. Especially in these trying times.

I'm probably gonna end up getting blasted here, but I see loads of moaning on here about cheap plumbers/gas installers pushing down prices, and then we're giving out advice concerning jobs that IMO frankly, shouldn't be attempted by DIYers.


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[WaterTight]

Which plumbing jobs should be attempted by DIY'ers?

 

[TBServices]

None of them preferably! Lol


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[WaterTight]

Therein lies the problem. It's either got to be free advice or no advice.

 

[Best]

Which plumbing jobs should be attempted by DIY'ers?

Depends on the ability of the diyer, I guess, but IMO, not many! Especially not replacing a copper cylinder with no basic knowledge! But we all, have attempted other trades sometime in our life because we enjoy it, or just can't afford to pay someone.

 

[DIYBlues]

TBServices... So you've never asked for advise from another to tackle a job you needed or wanted to carryout yourself?
A forum is place for either profesionals or those that do DIY to ask questions. If you don't have any intention of replying to peoples request for info you have that privalige.

Ps If you are in the Reading area plz give me your contact number as I might need a plumber in an emergency!!