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Old 10-23-2012, 09:59 PM
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Originally Posted by CalcTeacher View Post
And while I'm an expert at reading out of context, where did the phrase "Schedule 40" come from?
Jimbo gave the technical answer. The simple answer is Schedule 40 plumbing pipe is heavier duty than minimum and better withstands ground movement, etc. and is harder to crack. It is a typical heavier duty plumbing pipe usually. Standard in building applications.
Yes, guys are good for some things! Plumbing and even photography.
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