There are several methods for connecting metal pipes - welding, soldering and gluing. In almost all of these methods, it is necessary to use an element such as a foot. This is a type of threaded fitting, which is a sleeve or nut with an external thread for connecting pipes of one or another diameter. In today's article, we will find out the features of these parts and find out how much they cost.
Material
In industry, this connecting element is made of stainless steel, due to which the finished device is highly resistant to corrosion and, accordingly, increased strength. Thus, the foot is one of the most durable connecting parts, because it is almost never rusted. The occurrence of corrosion on the surface of metal objects is just the last step on their “life path”. After it, the metal foot comes into malfunction due to crumbling and delamination.
Fields of application
- Pipe connections of different diameters in water supply systems.
- Fastening pegs.
- Replacing damaged threads by drilling. In this case, a hole of a larger diameter is drilled in the workpiece with a drill, a new thread is cut, and an adapter - screw is screwed.
Application in the furniture industry
No matter how strange it may seem, but the foot can also be used in this area. Wide demand in the furniture industry is due to its special design. Since the foot is a connecting element, which is a threaded part in the form of a sleeve with an internal thread, it is most often used as a base for hooks (when installing furniture shelves in sliding wardrobes). In addition, the foot retains its properties (strength) very well on chipboard panels. That is, in order to ensure reliable fastening, the craftsmen first have to drill a hole for the foot, and only then place a hook and a shelf on it.
Varieties
The varieties of this part should include cast-iron futorki. These can be devices with right or left thread. Most often they are installed in heating systems between the pipeline and the battery. The radiator part is a clutch type cylinder with threaded threads. Moreover, each thread has its own diameter. Iron cast iron radiator is intended for reliable connection of pipelines with radiators when creating a heating system. Thus, the connection between the pipeline of various materials and other structures is very reliable, tight and high quality.
How much does this mechanism cost in Russia?
A bundle is a connecting piece that can have different diameters and sizes. Hence, the cost for it can be from 70 to 900 rubles - depending on the type, design and dimensions of the device. And you can buy such a tool in almost every hardware store or in the nearest market.