What are tube valves made of? Should I be worried about cross threading damage pump
09-19-16, 09:56 AM
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What are tube valves made of? Should I be worried about cross threading damage pump
I am wondering what does threaded tube valve usually made of? I am wondering if I need to worry about cross threading the pump head (screw down)?
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Cross threading damages things.
Don't damage things.
Then you don't have to worry about it.
Don't damage things.
Then you don't have to worry about it.
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Valves are generally made of brass because of it's excellent machining properties. The higher cost of brass vs. other materials is more than made up is faster machining cycles, better finish and longer (near infinite) tool life.
There's also the added benefits of better corrosion resistance with lower plating cost.
Of course, in places like China, lower labor costs make change the balance of material vs labor cost, so I wouldn't be shocked by a steel valve.
There's also the added benefits of better corrosion resistance with lower plating cost.
Of course, in places like China, lower labor costs make change the balance of material vs labor cost, so I wouldn't be shocked by a steel valve.
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