Steve wrote:
Hi

I have just had a Micropoint socket installed. This message is to follow-up
a query arising from a previous message ('Has the Corgi chap done this
properly').

Can anyone direct me to a website, or answer some queries, on Micropoint
cooker hoses and connections? Searches bring up lots of for-sale stuff, but
no real facts.

- Are Micropoint sockets and hoses intended to replace the 'conventional'
1/2" bayonet elbows and matching hoses?
- Is the flow-rate through Micropoint systems less than conventional ones?
If so is this a problem?
- What advantages has Micropoint (i.e. why would you use Micropoint rather
than a conventional approach)?
- Are there any special considerations needed when using Micropoint?

Many thanks

Steve


the only stpulation i am aware of is that the socket is secured to wall
and the hose when conected hangs in a u shape so as to avoid damage to
hose at joints to the brass part. you could always gas rate the
appliance and see if there is a difference to the manufacturers
instructions. and if there is a difference then you would need it
checking out.

we fit micropoint all the time and have not had any problems. i am sure
the flow of gas is ample for cookers. although the flow can be
restricted by other factors in the pipework.