Re: Strengthening copper pipe by filling with solid


Fred wrote:
> "blueman" <NOSPAM@xxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
> news:u3bnrfkrq.fsf@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
> >I am looking to use a length of 1/2" or 3/4" copper pipe as a rail for
> > holding a curtain.
> >
> > I would like to strengthen the rod by filling it with a liquid that
> > solidifies.
> > What would you recommend using?
> >
> >
> > Note I have considered using cement (regular or hydraulic) but am
> > concerned that it will be hard to fill the pipe and that in any case
> > the water won't have anywhere to go. Also, I have considered epoxy but
> > again, I fear that it won't fill the pipe, plus it is very expensive.
> >
> > Are there any other alternatives such as some type of liquid
> > fiberglass?
> >
> > Thanks
>
> How heavy is the curtain and how are you supporting the pipe? If you need
> more strength go with 1", 1.5" or even 2" pipes and forget about filling it.
> There are a few types of copper pipes: Type-L, Type-M and Type-K and
> Type-DWV which I don't know anything about but one is more rigid than the
> others.
>
> Don't use cement, use concrete and rebar - much, much stronger. Copper will
> react with the concrete and develop pin holes but may take 20 or so years.
> Shouldn't be hard to fill at all, just use a vibrator and a shop vac at one
> end and let gravity work for you.

And don't worry about the water having no place 'to go'. The water
bonds chemically with the cement, it doesn't 'go' anywhere.

Harry K

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