Compression fittings on chrome pipe

oldskoolskater · 2007-04-02T15:59:06+00:00

Hi AllI am debating the best type of connection for joining tap connectorsto 22mm chrome plated copper pipe.My plumbing skills are adequate but not exactly neat so I am unsurewhether to use solder ring or compression fittings?I would have to file off the chrome for soldering and there's a verygood chance the extra solder i put on (copying my plumber mate there)would surely run down the nice shiny chrome pipe and spoil it.Compression would be neater but the fittings are bulkier, also i'm notsure how the olives will grip on the chromed surface.Any tips or pointers Gents?

Apr 02, 2007 21 Replies

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nightjar 19 years ago

The important difference is that stainless is ductile, while chromium is brittle.

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