This causes some concerns not only for the usefulness of the pipe but also because the pipe’s materials might leech into tanks or water lines when the PVC pipe is exposed to temperatures near its melting point. Active PVC pipes … Continue reading →

Melting PVC plastic can be a very simple project depending on your reason for melting it. If you simply need to melt the PVC enough that it is pliable, a heat gun will get the job done. If you need … Continue reading →

Are fiberglass columns good? Fiberglass columns are a good choice if you need the columns to support the weight of a structure, like a porch roof. The term that refers to this ability is “load- bearing.” In addition to being … Continue reading →

Araldite resin materials are reactive and some are highly inflammable. These resins may cause irritation or sensitisation to the skin and eyes and may be toxic if ingested. Is epoxy resin toxic when dry? The cured epoxy resin is non-toxic … Continue reading →

Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) based surfaces present a relatively low coefficient of friction (COF), but this can be improved if silicon carbide (SiC) is dispersed on the surface. Which plastic has the least friction? Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE)Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) gives the lowest coefficient … Continue reading →

The applications are similar to wood, except it won’t rot, crack, cup, split or warp like wood and its resistive to termites and wood boring insects. PVC trim is naturally white throughout, which makes it an excellent choice for trim … Continue reading →

A: Frozen pipes do not always burst, if the expanding ice can push water out through an open faucet. However, pipes freeze quite quickly, so the time between freezing and bursting can be very short. How long can pipes be … Continue reading →

Yes, it’s OK for electrical cables to pass straight through the insulation, mainly because life would become very difficult if this wasn’t permitted. Can you run electrical wire through insulation? Yes, you absolutely can. You can lay insulation around the … Continue reading →

Keep in mind that you can fine-tune the drift with the size of anchor you select. Drift anchors are indeed a drag – but in a good way. Every inshore, nearshore and offshore boat that drift-fishes even occasionally should have … Continue reading →

DRILLING PVC Because PVC is a soft plastic, you can use both wood and metal drill bits to make small holes, and spade bits can be used for larger holes. To keep the drill bit from slipping, make a small … Continue reading →

As eggs mature they turn white and can take from 2 weeks to a month to hatch, depending on the environmental conditions. It can take 5 months to hatch if eggs are laid late winter. Mature adults deposit eggs late … Continue reading →

How to Make a Series Drogue Cut Out Cones: Cut out your desired number of cones from ripstop nylon fabric. Attach Straps to Cone: Position the straps along each cone piece and baste in place. Assemble the Cones: Sew each … Continue reading →

NCR – Plumbing and Sanitary Material Prices Sanitary and Waterline Prices – NCR Material Description Unit Ave. Price (Php) PVC Pipes (76mm D) pc 469.68 PVC Pipes (89mm D) pc 443.93 PVC Pipes (101mm D) pc 589.16 What is the … Continue reading →

Let’s start out with definitions. A sea anchor is deployed off the bow and is used to keep a drifting boat’s head to the wind and waves so that it may ride rough seas more comfortably. A drogue is deployed … Continue reading →

Formation of an acetal occurs when the hydroxyl group of a hemiacetal becomes protonated and is lost as water. The carbocation that is produced is then rapidly attacked by a molecule of alcohol. Loss of the proton from the attached … Continue reading →