What is the difference between Type M and L copper?

Type L is medium weight and used most often for water lines in homes. Type M is thinner and is used underground or for light domestic water lines if local codes allow. Check your state and local codes before starting any project.

What is the difference between L and K copper?

Each type represents a series of sizes with different wall thicknesses. Type K tube has thicker walls than Type L tube, and Type L walls are thicker than Type M, for any given diameter. All inside diameters depend on tube size and wall thickness.

Which is better M or L copper pipe?

Type L copper pipe is recommended where you need strength and protection. But for normal “in the wall” household plumbing, Type M copper pipe is just fine.

Which is thicker Type L or M copper?

The difference between L and M copper pipes is that L copper pipes are thicker than M copper pipes. L copper pipes last longer than M copper pipes when used to supply water throughout a house or building. L copper pipes are more expensive than M copper pipes, and for that reason, M copper pipes are sometimes preferred.

What do plumbers use instead of copper pipes?

PEX
No longer is copper piping the primary, or preferred, choice of most homeowners and plumbers. Cross-linked polyethylene flexible tubing—commonly called PEX—has grown in popularity for residential plumbing over the past few decades as an alternative to traditional copper and chlorinated polyvinyl chloride (CPVC) piping.

What does C mean in copper fittings?

female sweat connection
A: “C” refers to female sweat connection in copper fittings, while “FTG” refers to male sweat connection. For example, a 1/2″ C x 3/4″ MPT (Male Threaded) fitting would have a 1/2″ female sweat connection on one side and 3/4″ male threads on the other.

What is better plastic or copper pipes?

PVC pipe is thicker than copper which also helps with impact damages and abrasions. Less noise compared to copper piping, even with higher water velocities and speeds. Easier installation vs copper pipes, especially for do-it-yourself enthusiast. Significantly cheaper than alternative option.

What does FTG stand for in copper fittings?

male sweat connection
What does FTG mean in copper fittings? Ftg refers to male sweat connection and C refers to female sweat connection in copper fittings. Male sweat connection is the connection equal to the copper pipe size.

Is PEX safer than copper?

Pex pipes weight less than copper pipes and are stored on large spools, so your shipping and handling costs are much lower. Due to its flexibility, these pipes do not require elbow fittings. The pipes are safer for plumbers to install since they have no need for a torch in order to make connections.