Identify Pipe Size Difference and Select Adapter
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Quick Tip for Connecting to Old Copper Drain Line
What happens here
The first step is to identify that the outer diameter of a 1 1/2-inch copper pipe is smaller than that of a 1 1/2-inch ABS pipe, which prevents a standard coupling from working. A special Proflex no-hub adapter is shown as the correct fitting for this transition. The adapter is designed to accommodate the different pipe diameters.
Goal: Select the Correct Pipe Adapter
Tools and materials
- Proflex No-Hub Adapter
- ABS Pipe
- Copper Pipe