Richard (Rick) Karlquist wrote:
> Richard (Rick) Karlquist wrote:
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>> It works better to use a sleeve that fits on the outside. If you insist
>> on an inside piece, note that "2 1/2 inch" PVC pipe has an OD of 2 7/8
>> inch. 3 inch irrigation tubing, with the standard 0.050 inch wall, has
>> an ID of 2 7/8 inch. You can sand the PVC pipe slightly until it just
>> fits the irrigation tubing.
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> I should have said the irrigation tubing has a 2.900 inch ID and the
> PVC pipe has a 2.875 inch ID. Ideally, it slips inside with 12.5
> mils of clearance. In practice, sanding may be necessary. YMMV.
> This is why an outside sleeve is easier; you don't have to worry
> about any of this.
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> Rick N6RK
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I use a 12" piece of 2.5 in aluminum conduit as a joiner. I drill and
tap for eyebolts for guys.
OD is 2.875 and is a loose fit into 3" .050 wall irrigation tubing.
73, Roger
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