flexi pipes

[brizzo]

Is it ok to use flexi pipes on central heating systems
i've had to replace a piece of corroded pipe,but the cut off point is on a bend that's running from the next bedroom under a stud wall and is right next to the joist
or does anybody make high temp ones

 

[scatmanjohn]

In a word ...NO.

Unless you can find one that specifically says "suitable for central heating"

 

[doitall]

In a word ...NO.

Unless you can find one that specifically says "suitable for central heating"

In a word yes you can buy stainless steel flexible's for high temperatures.

Probably have to order them in from BSS or similar

 

[brizzo]

thanks
i did put one on yesterday but its been bothering me
it said 4bar and a max temp of 70degrees
thought it might be ok

 

[doitall]

thanks
i did put one on yesterday but its been bothering me
it said 4bar and a max temp of 70degrees
thought it might be ok

The tap flexi's are only designed to take temperature for short periods

 

[scatmanjohn]

thanks
i did put one on yesterday but its been bothering me
it said 4bar and a max temp of 70degrees
thought it might be ok

That is NOT suitable for central heating.

You may get away with it for a while if you turn the heating temp down on the boiler.

 

[brizzo]

thanks all
will change it tomorrow