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Gas: Black Iron
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Black pipe is used in gas installations

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Gas: Black Iron

Appearance: Dull black rigid pipe usually 1” or less in diameter

Description: Black pipe looks like black galvanized iron pipe except it is specifically designed for gas applications.

Prevalent Use: Natural gas or propane supply and is often used feeding gas supply to the furnace, boiler or water heater.

Cutting and Fitting: Can be cut using a reciprocating saw or hacksaw. Pipe is joined using Teflon tape wrapped pipe threads into galvanized fittings.

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