"David Hearn" wrote in message
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I may have to connect some new copper pipework to older steel (I think)
threaded pipes.

Not having dealt with this old type of pipework before, is this an easy
thing to do? I'm hoping that it might be the 1/2" BSP thread that I've
seen
on some connectors.

Assuming it is the right fitting, is there any issues with putting brass
couplings onto copper and steel pipes?

Is there anything special to have to be done with screw thread pipework
when
its for gas piping? (Gas PTFE tape?)

Thanks

David




Yes it'll be BSP - probably either 1/2" or 3/4". Personally I prefer to run
gas in black iron pipe - far less chance of someone putting a nail through
it in the future if in copper. At least with a water pipe it usually shows
imediately, and doesn't cause explosions !

Andrew Mawson