I have a propane gas fire which is fed by 15mm copper pipe from an outside cylinder.
During some recent DIY work I have unfortuantely punctured the pipe with a small hole.
The pipe runs just above the skirting board and is held place with 2 clips so it is also tight against the wall. I haven't looked too closely but I am assuming (hoping) that it would be possible to remove the clips so that the pipe can moved away slightly from the wall. It is also in a small area which is hard to work in, especially as I am over 70.
I had hoped to be able to use LLFA tape to make a repair but have been told this is not advisable as it is only designed for water/electrical repair.
The normal way would be to use a pipe cutter, remove the damaged section and then fit a connector but I'm wondering if I would be able to use a pipe cutter given the restricted space. I have seen a Monument automatic pipe cutter which says "it cuts once the gate of the tool is closed over the pipe" and is ideal for confined areas but not sure exactly what automatic means in this context.
The alternative is to use a hack saw but not sure if I will be able to cut completely through given how close it is to the wall.
Is the any alternative to either a pipe cutter or hack saw that I can use to make a permanent and safe repair.
Many thanks for any advise.
During some recent DIY work I have unfortuantely punctured the pipe with a small hole.
The pipe runs just above the skirting board and is held place with 2 clips so it is also tight against the wall. I haven't looked too closely but I am assuming (hoping) that it would be possible to remove the clips so that the pipe can moved away slightly from the wall. It is also in a small area which is hard to work in, especially as I am over 70.
I had hoped to be able to use LLFA tape to make a repair but have been told this is not advisable as it is only designed for water/electrical repair.
The normal way would be to use a pipe cutter, remove the damaged section and then fit a connector but I'm wondering if I would be able to use a pipe cutter given the restricted space. I have seen a Monument automatic pipe cutter which says "it cuts once the gate of the tool is closed over the pipe" and is ideal for confined areas but not sure exactly what automatic means in this context.
The alternative is to use a hack saw but not sure if I will be able to cut completely through given how close it is to the wall.
Is the any alternative to either a pipe cutter or hack saw that I can use to make a permanent and safe repair.
Many thanks for any advise.