Looking for 1" to 22mm converter - compression

[MattyD]

Hi all,

I'm looking for a way to connect a 1" copper pipe (on a solar collector), to a 22mm or other more normal size. I'd prefer compression fitting to solder.

I've checked out a number of places but can't find anything with a 1" compression end - they're all threaded at the 1" end.

I'm happy to stick a couple of fittings together to achieve the desired effect.

Can anyone suggest a supplier?

Thanks

Matt

 

[Hugh Jaleak]

Try a plumbers merchants, they'll have 28mmx22mm compression reducer. Sheds dont stock much 28mm stuff, not a big seller in the DIY market.

Or Screwfix??? http://www.screwfix.com/p/reducing-coupler-compression-fitting-28mm-x-22mm/47096

 

[MattyD]

I was looking for 1" , rather than 28mm, which is a couple of mm too wide.......

 

[namsag]

You will find that inch and 28mm pipe is usually the same size give or take a gnats a55

 

[doitall]

You will find that inch and 28mm pipe is usually the same size give or take a gnats a55

Certainly is unless it's damaged, in which case heat the pipe and drive the fitting on without the nut and olive, when it cools it will fit as normal.

Just don't damage the thread when you drive it on.

 

[Agile]

I wonder if he thinks that 1" tube is 25.4 mm OD ?

 

[bell824]

more alarming is he wants to put a solder fitting attatched to a solar collector

 

[FiremanT]

more alarming is he wants to put a solder fitting attatched to a solar collector

No he doesn't:

I'm looking for a way to connect a 1" copper pipe (on a solar collector), to a 22mm or other more normal size. I'd prefer compression fitting to solder. [/i]

biut if he did, why no educate him?

 

[Agile]

more alarming is he wants to put a solder fitting attatched to a solar collector

What do you expect?

He is a DIYer and has not been on a solar registration course.

Tony