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Tube Tubing

BLUE 3 4 x 100 ft PEX Potable Water Tubing Pipe Tube
BLUE 3 4 x 100 ft PEX Potable Water Tubing Pipe Tube
$50.00
Time Remaining: 26d 56m
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Plastic Mounting Bracket Black for 051 13mm Corrugated Tubing
Plastic Mounting Bracket Black for 051 13mm Corrugated Tubing
$3.69
Time Remaining: 53m

Repackaged 1 2  x 1000 ft PEX Tubing Oxygen Barrier Radiant Heat Heating NEW
Repackaged 1 2 x 1000 ft PEX Tubing Oxygen Barrier Radiant Heat Heating NEW
$183.50 (6 Bids)
Time Remaining: 1d 23h 4m

100 1 2 to 3 4 TWIN Talons for PEX Tube Copper Pipe 555 23 Sioux Chief
100 1 2 to 3 4 TWIN Talons for PEX Tube Copper Pipe 555 23 Sioux Chief
$9.95
Time Remaining: 22h 21m
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An Imperial Tubing Tool Kit W Case Plus a Ridgid Tubing Cutter
An Imperial Tubing Tool Kit W Case Plus a Ridgid Tubing Cutter
$0.99 (1 Bid)
Time Remaining: 2h 52m

Ridgid 5 8 to 2 1 8 Pipe Tubing Cutter Model No 20 with Reamer Manual Tool
Ridgid 5 8 to 2 1 8 Pipe Tubing Cutter Model No 20 with Reamer Manual Tool
$14.99
Time Remaining: 1h 54m
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NEW CORIAN ADHESIVE 50mlTUBE PICK YOUR COLOR
NEW CORIAN ADHESIVE 50mlTUBE PICK YOUR COLOR
$5.00
Time Remaining: 15d 16h 46m
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5 Pcs Adjustable 18 29mm 5 7 1 3 16 Pipe Tube Hose Clamp Clip
5 Pcs Adjustable 18 29mm 5 7 1 3 16 Pipe Tube Hose Clamp Clip
$4.55
Time Remaining: 1h 14m

2 rolls 1 2 x 100ft PEX Tubing for Potable Water Combo
2 rolls 1 2 x 100ft PEX Tubing for Potable Water Combo
$60.00
Time Remaining: 26d 16h 10m
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Pex tubing Aquapex 3 4 300 ft brand new in box local pick up
Pex tubing Aquapex 3 4 300 ft brand new in box local pick up
$115.00
Time Remaining: 51m

Square Tube STEP BUMPER MOUNT 2x 2 Ball Mount Hitch 5000lb Load Capacity
Square Tube STEP BUMPER MOUNT 2x 2 Ball Mount Hitch 5000lb Load Capacity
$19.99
Time Remaining: 1h 33m

SilenSeal Acoustical Caulk 4 Tubes
SilenSeal Acoustical Caulk 4 Tubes
$32.00
Time Remaining: 18d 14h 19m
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NEW Brass Craft 7 8 Copper Tubing Cutter Model TC003
NEW Brass Craft 7 8 Copper Tubing Cutter Model TC003
$8.95
Time Remaining: 1h 51m

Metabo RBE12 180 100 AMP 7 Inch Pipe Tube Sander
Metabo RBE12 180 100 AMP 7 Inch Pipe Tube Sander
$250.00 (1 Bid)
Time Remaining: 2d 10h 34m

1 2 x 300ft PEX Tubing O2 Oxygen Barrier Radiant Heat
1 2 x 300ft PEX Tubing O2 Oxygen Barrier Radiant Heat
$85.95
Time Remaining: 20d 15h 54m
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Female to Female 19mm Thread Full Port Tube Ball Valve
Female to Female 19mm Thread Full Port Tube Ball Valve
$8.26
Time Remaining: 1h 52m

1 x 300ft PEX Tubing for Potable Water FREE SHIP
1 x 300ft PEX Tubing for Potable Water FREE SHIP
$155.00
Time Remaining: 23d 17h 19m
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12 Ton Hydraulic Pipe Bender 6 Dies Tube Tubing Bending
12 Ton Hydraulic Pipe Bender 6 Dies Tube Tubing Bending
$149.99
Time Remaining: 3h 48m

5 Tube  Conduit Cutter Ridgid No 15 20 3 16 2 1 18 Reed
5 Tube Conduit Cutter Ridgid No 15 20 3 16 2 1 18 Reed
$24.99 (1 Bid)
Time Remaining: 1d 18h 24m

2 rolls 1 2 x 300ft PEX Tubing for Potable Water Combo
2 rolls 1 2 x 300ft PEX Tubing for Potable Water Combo
$138.00
Time Remaining: 17d 20h 49m
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Two Tubing Cutters an Imperial Tubing Cutter Plus a Ridgid
Two Tubing Cutters an Imperial Tubing Cutter Plus a Ridgid
$29.95
Time Remaining: 2h 36m
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Vintage craftsman emp tubing cutter
Vintage craftsman emp tubing cutter
$4.00
Time Remaining: 2h 54m
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COMBO 2 rolls 1 2 x 100ft PEX Tubing for Potable Water
COMBO 2 rolls 1 2 x 100ft PEX Tubing for Potable Water
$60.00
Time Remaining: 11d 20h 20m
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4 Brass Male Connectors 5 16 Tube 1 8 Pipe Thread
4 Brass Male Connectors 5 16 Tube 1 8 Pipe Thread
$6.99
Time Remaining: 3h 14m

100 1 2 Tube Talons for 1 2 PEX Tubing Copper pipe
100 1 2 Tube Talons for 1 2 PEX Tubing Copper pipe
$4.95
Time Remaining: 18d 20h 26m
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Ridgid 102 Internal Pipe Tubing Cutter New
Ridgid 102 Internal Pipe Tubing Cutter New
$19.50 (7 Bids)
Time Remaining: 23h 20m

TUBING CUTTERS  NEW AND HANDY
TUBING CUTTERS NEW AND HANDY
$5.00
Time Remaining: 2h 37m

PEX Pipe Tube CPVC Hose Tubing Cutter Ratcheting Style
PEX Pipe Tube CPVC Hose Tubing Cutter Ratcheting Style
$13.99
Time Remaining: 13d 33m
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Woodward Fab Pipe Tube Bending Kit With Dies w extras
Woodward Fab Pipe Tube Bending Kit With Dies w extras
$150.00
Time Remaining: 1d 1h 41m
Buy It Now for only: $180.00

2 rolls 3 4 x 100  PEX Potable Water Tubing Pipe Tube
2 rolls 3 4 x 100 PEX Potable Water Tubing Pipe Tube
$98.00
Time Remaining: 26d 59m
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Greenlee 1818 Manual Tube Pipe Bender 2 EMT Follow Bar 5018636 885
Greenlee 1818 Manual Tube Pipe Bender 2 EMT Follow Bar 5018636 885
$96.00 (5 Bids)
Time Remaining: 19h 24m

Fuel Gas Water Hose Tubing 3 10 x 3 5 90 Degree Elbow Brass Male Barb Nipple
Fuel Gas Water Hose Tubing 3 10 x 3 5 90 Degree Elbow Brass Male Barb Nipple
$3.62
Time Remaining: 2h 19m

1 2 x500ft O2 barrier red pex tubing nsf upc astm
1 2 x500ft O2 barrier red pex tubing nsf upc astm
$130.00
Time Remaining: 3d 21h 31m
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1 2 x 300ft NSF Blue PEX Tubing Pipe Potable Water
1 2 x 300ft NSF Blue PEX Tubing Pipe Potable Water
$69.98
Time Remaining: 3h 50m

12 Ton Hydraulic Pipe And Tube Bender Exhaust Pipes New 24000LB Force Bending HD
12 Ton Hydraulic Pipe And Tube Bender Exhaust Pipes New 24000LB Force Bending HD
$172.99
Time Remaining: 18h 4m

Cerro Copper Products Tube Tubing 3 4 OD REF 50 ft Coil
Cerro Copper Products Tube Tubing 3 4 OD REF 50 ft Coil
$95.00
Time Remaining: 27d 22h 12m
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Flexible Gas Pipe Long Orange 75mm Diameter Water Tube
Flexible Gas Pipe Long Orange 75mm Diameter Water Tube
$22.75
Time Remaining: 7h 4m

Manual Tube Bender for 1 2 Steel Hydraulic Tubing
Manual Tube Bender for 1 2 Steel Hydraulic Tubing
$36.95
Time Remaining: 3d 17h 22m
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K D TOOLS TUBE FLARING TOOL KIT 3 16 to 1 2
K D TOOLS TUBE FLARING TOOL KIT 3 16 to 1 2
$11.50 (5 Bids)
Time Remaining: 23h 47m

1 9 x 5 32 Tubing Brass L Shape Male Elbow Quick Coupler Adapter 1 2 Thread
1 9 x 5 32 Tubing Brass L Shape Male Elbow Quick Coupler Adapter 1 2 Thread
$7.77
Time Remaining: 35m

RIDGID 33160 F 158 Cutter Wheel for Ridgid or Reed Tubing Cutters 10 15 20 Thin
RIDGID 33160 F 158 Cutter Wheel for Ridgid or Reed Tubing Cutters 10 15 20 Thin
$7.50
Time Remaining: 17d 19h 54m
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1 1 4 White AquaPex Tubing Approx 100 Feet
1 1 4 White AquaPex Tubing Approx 100 Feet
$23.50 (5 Bids)
Time Remaining: 1d 14h 50m

Blk Plastic Mounting Bracket for 22mm Corrugated Tubing
Blk Plastic Mounting Bracket for 22mm Corrugated Tubing
$3.28
Time Remaining: 5h 10m

TUBING CUTTER WITH METAL HEAD TAIT0328
TUBING CUTTER WITH METAL HEAD TAIT0328
$3.79
Time Remaining: 27d 22h 35m
Buy It Now for only: $3.79

Tygon B 44 3 Plastic Tubing Clear 1 2 x 50 Feet
Tygon B 44 3 Plastic Tubing Clear 1 2 x 50 Feet
$6.17 (2 Bids)
Time Remaining: 4d 17h 36m

1 2  500 RED OR BLUE PEX POTABLE WATER TUBING
1 2 500 RED OR BLUE PEX POTABLE WATER TUBING
$99.99
Time Remaining: 29d 18h 45m
Buy It Now for only: $99.99

Straight Hydraulic Adapter Flare Fitting 4 5 Thread for 5 16 OD Tubing
Straight Hydraulic Adapter Flare Fitting 4 5 Thread for 5 16 OD Tubing
$5.20
Time Remaining: 5h 41m

IMPERIAL EASTMAN TUBE BENDER 7 8 TO 3 R WITH 2 INTERCHANGEABLE DIES
IMPERIAL EASTMAN TUBE BENDER 7 8 TO 3 R WITH 2 INTERCHANGEABLE DIES
$59.99
Time Remaining: 22h 43m

1 2 x 1000ft PEX Tubing O2 Oxygen Barrier Radiant Heat
1 2 x 1000ft PEX Tubing O2 Oxygen Barrier Radiant Heat
$269.00
Time Remaining: 3d 18h 37m
Buy It Now for only: $269.00

NEW RIDGID MODEL NO101 CLOSE QUARTERS 1 4 TO 1 1 8 DIAMETER TUBING CUTTER
NEW RIDGID MODEL NO101 CLOSE QUARTERS 1 4 TO 1 1 8 DIAMETER TUBING CUTTER
$9.99
Time Remaining: 5d 3h 9m

APOLLO PLASTIC PIPE AND TUBING CUTTER
APOLLO PLASTIC PIPE AND TUBING CUTTER
$8.59
Time Remaining: 28d 11h 10m
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90 FEET ENKAY HEATSHRINK TUBING ASST SIZES HEAT SHRINK
90 FEET ENKAY HEATSHRINK TUBING ASST SIZES HEAT SHRINK
$8.99
Time Remaining: 5h 13m

RIDGID 205 1 4 TO 2 3 8 INCH OD RATCHETING ENCLOSED FEED TUBING CUTTER
RIDGID 205 1 4 TO 2 3 8 INCH OD RATCHETING ENCLOSED FEED TUBING CUTTER
$9.99
Time Remaining: 6d 1h 20m

5 THREE T5 TUBES INSTANT START ELECTRONIC BALLAST EP3 40IS
5 THREE T5 TUBES INSTANT START ELECTRONIC BALLAST EP3 40IS
$32.40
Time Remaining: 13d 13h 33m
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Imperial Tubing Bender 1 4
Imperial Tubing Bender 1 4
$10.00 (1 Bid)
Time Remaining: 3d 15h 19m

Swagelok 1 2 Tubing Bender model MS HTB 8 1 1 2 Radius No Reserve
Swagelok 1 2 Tubing Bender model MS HTB 8 1 1 2 Radius No Reserve
$125.00 (8 Bids)
Time Remaining: 4d 22h 8m

3 4 x 100 Red Oxygen Barrier Radiant Heat Pex Tubing Piping System NSF ASTM
3 4 x 100 Red Oxygen Barrier Radiant Heat Pex Tubing Piping System NSF ASTM
$67.99
Time Remaining: 3d 22h 18m
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RIDGID No150 TUBE CUTTER 1 8 To 1 1 8 OD
RIDGID No150 TUBE CUTTER 1 8 To 1 1 8 OD
$9.99
Time Remaining: 20h 32m

BLUE 1 x 150 ft PEX Potable Tubing Pipe Wood Boiler
BLUE 1 x 150 ft PEX Potable Tubing Pipe Wood Boiler
$99.00
Time Remaining: 17d 21h 11m
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16 Ton Hydraulic Pipe Bender Tube Tubing Roll Cage Automotive Exhaust Muffler HD
16 Ton Hydraulic Pipe Bender Tube Tubing Roll Cage Automotive Exhaust Muffler HD
$244.49
Time Remaining: 2d 14h 28m

MILWAUKEE COPPER TUBING CUTTER M12 PVC 2471 20 Cordless 12Volt 12V
MILWAUKEE COPPER TUBING CUTTER M12 PVC 2471 20 Cordless 12Volt 12V
$6.27 (2 Bids)
Time Remaining: 6d 19h 16m

NEW GENERAL TOOLS 129 CLASSIC SMALL MINI 7 8 COPPER TUBING PIPE CUTTER SALE
NEW GENERAL TOOLS 129 CLASSIC SMALL MINI 7 8 COPPER TUBING PIPE CUTTER SALE
$5.49
Time Remaining: 25d 20h 58m
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Square Tube STEP BUMPER MOUNT 2x 2 Ball Mount Hitch 5000lb Load Capacity
Square Tube STEP BUMPER MOUNT 2x 2 Ball Mount Hitch 5000lb Load Capacity
$19.99
Time Remaining: 1d 1h 36m

Greenlee 884 pipe tube bender and pump
Greenlee 884 pipe tube bender and pump
$1,900.00 (1 Bid)
Time Remaining: 1d 18h 51m

Wholesale  free shipping 10pcs 4feet T5 led 16W tube
Wholesale free shipping 10pcs 4feet T5 led 16W tube
$298.00
Time Remaining: 5d 10m
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HILTI HY 150 MAX EPOXY 500ml TUBES 1 NEW CASE EXP 01 2013
HILTI HY 150 MAX EPOXY 500ml TUBES 1 NEW CASE EXP 01 2013
$288.00
Time Remaining: 1d 15h 41m

1 2 x 100ft PEX Tubing for Potable Water FREE SHIPPING
1 2 x 100ft PEX Tubing for Potable Water FREE SHIPPING
$32.50
Time Remaining: 26d 15h 39m
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Blk Plastic Mounting Bracket for 35mm Corrugated Tube
Blk Plastic Mounting Bracket for 35mm Corrugated Tube
$3.04
Time Remaining: 6h 55m

16 Ton Hydraulic Pipe Bender 16 Ton Pipe Bender Tubing Bender
16 Ton Hydraulic Pipe Bender 16 Ton Pipe Bender Tubing Bender
$239.00
Time Remaining: 1d 1h 30m
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Raychem Tyco Glow Torch Propane Heat Shrink Tubing CPGI Glow Torch
Raychem Tyco Glow Torch Propane Heat Shrink Tubing CPGI Glow Torch
$25.00
Time Remaining: 27d 13h 51m
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RIGID Pipe Cutter Quick Acting for Plastic Tubing NEW
RIGID Pipe Cutter Quick Acting for Plastic Tubing NEW
$9.95 (1 Bid)
Time Remaining: 3d 17h 49m

Epdm Rubber Lap Caulk or Lap Sealant 1 lb Tube
Epdm Rubber Lap Caulk or Lap Sealant 1 lb Tube
$5.00
Time Remaining: 21h 46m
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NEW 12 Ton Hydraulic Tube Rod Pipe Bender Bending
NEW 12 Ton Hydraulic Tube Rod Pipe Bender Bending
$99.98
Time Remaining: 5d 10h 55m
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EPDM Rubber Water Cut Off 25 one pound tubesCarlisleFirestoneJohns Manville
EPDM Rubber Water Cut Off 25 one pound tubesCarlisleFirestoneJohns Manville
$120.00
Time Remaining: 21h 47m
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130 1 2 Snap in Clips for PEX Tubing Copper CPVC
130 1 2 Snap in Clips for PEX Tubing Copper CPVC
$18.95
Time Remaining: 22h 28m
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THREE TUBING BENDING TOOLS
THREE TUBING BENDING TOOLS
$9.50
Time Remaining: 2d 13h 51m

RIGID NO 10 TUBING CUTTER 1 8 TO 1 INCH
RIGID NO 10 TUBING CUTTER 1 8 TO 1 INCH
$6.99 (1 Bid)
Time Remaining: 3d 19h 47m

New General Tools NO 125 Heavy Duty 1 4 to 1 5 8 Tubing Cutter
New General Tools NO 125 Heavy Duty 1 4 to 1 5 8 Tubing Cutter
$17.99
Time Remaining: 29d 18h 41m
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usable or scrap copper tubing
usable or scrap copper tubing
$42.01 (9 Bids)
Time Remaining: 17h 47m

TREMCO DYMONIC FC 12 EACH 10 OZ TUBES CHOOSE YOUR COLORS AND MESSAGE ME
TREMCO DYMONIC FC 12 EACH 10 OZ TUBES CHOOSE YOUR COLORS AND MESSAGE ME
$59.95
Time Remaining: 13d 19h 37m
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4 In 1 3 16 To 3 8 Tubing Bender Bending HD Hand Tool Home Business DIY Works
4 In 1 3 16 To 3 8 Tubing Bender Bending HD Hand Tool Home Business DIY Works
$19.49
Time Remaining: 2d 19h 57m

Vintage Trimo pipe cutter tubing No 2
Vintage Trimo pipe cutter tubing No 2
$25.00
Time Remaining: 1d 23h 50m

1 2 x 1000 PEX Tubing O2 Barrier Radiant Heat +Cutter
1 2 x 1000 PEX Tubing O2 Barrier Radiant Heat +Cutter
$269.00
Time Remaining: 9d 7h 11m
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1 2 x 300ft NSF Red PEX Tubing Pipe Potable Water
1 2 x 300ft NSF Red PEX Tubing Pipe Potable Water
$69.98
Time Remaining: 1d 3h 50m

Empire Pipe and Tube Cutter 2831 Fast Action Trigger 1 4 2 1 2 NEW
Empire Pipe and Tube Cutter 2831 Fast Action Trigger 1 4 2 1 2 NEW
$4.99 (1 Bid)
Time Remaining: 2d 14h 49m

5 Heat Shrink Tube 21 Shrink Ratio You Pick Size and Color
5 Heat Shrink Tube 21 Shrink Ratio You Pick Size and Color
$0.99
Time Remaining: 20d 21h 49m
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Square Tube STEP BUMPER MOUNT 2x 2 Ball Mount Hitch 5000lb Load Capacity
Square Tube STEP BUMPER MOUNT 2x 2 Ball Mount Hitch 5000lb Load Capacity
$19.99
Time Remaining: 2d 1h 48m

1 8 to 1 2 13mm Tubing Bender 360 Tube Fuel A C Refrigerant Brake Line Bending
1 8 to 1 2 13mm Tubing Bender 360 Tube Fuel A C Refrigerant Brake Line Bending
$12.95
Time Remaining: 14d 8h 27m
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Green Glue Noiseproofing Compound 26 tubes
Green Glue Noiseproofing Compound 26 tubes
$1.04 (2 Bids)
Time Remaining: 3d 2h 4m

3 8 To 1 2 Tubing Bender Tool Copper Soft Tubing 180 Hand Tool No Kinking HD
3 8 To 1 2 Tubing Bender Tool Copper Soft Tubing 180 Hand Tool No Kinking HD
$19.99
Time Remaining: 2d 20h

IMPERIAL TC1050 IMP Professional Mini Tube Cutter 1 8 5 8 Tubing OD
IMPERIAL TC1050 IMP Professional Mini Tube Cutter 1 8 5 8 Tubing OD
$10.99
Time Remaining: 28d 3h 51m
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Wilson model 3612 B 3 4 inch HAND PIPE TUBE BENDER 3 inch RADIUS USA made
Wilson model 3612 B 3 4 inch HAND PIPE TUBE BENDER 3 inch RADIUS USA made
$35.00
Time Remaining: 4d 1h 20m

3 8 Soft Copper Tubing 25ft
3 8 Soft Copper Tubing 25ft
$20.00
Time Remaining: 1d 16h 44m
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12 TON HYDRAULIC PIPE BENDER 6 DIES TUBING TUBE BENDING
12 TON HYDRAULIC PIPE BENDER 6 DIES TUBING TUBE BENDING
$148.99
Time Remaining: 1d 20h 22m
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Up to 1 5 8 All Steel PEX Pipe Tube CPVC Tubing Cutter Hose Ratchet Style New
Up to 1 5 8 All Steel PEX Pipe Tube CPVC Tubing Cutter Hose Ratchet Style New
$14.95
Time Remaining: 1d 2h 37m
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MAIN TUBE FOR PORTER CABLE 7800 DRYWALL SANDER PARTS SEE DETAILS
MAIN TUBE FOR PORTER CABLE 7800 DRYWALL SANDER PARTS SEE DETAILS
$25.00
Time Remaining: 29d 22h 46m
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4 Brass Male Connectors 1 8 Tube 1 8 Pipe Thread
4 Brass Male Connectors 1 8 Tube 1 8 Pipe Thread
$4.99
Time Remaining: 3h 16m

IMPERIAL HI DUTY TUBE CUTTER 312 FC
IMPERIAL HI DUTY TUBE CUTTER 312 FC
$9.99
Time Remaining: 23h 14m

BLUE 3 4 x 300 ft PEX Tubing Plumbing Pipe Piping Drinking Potable Water NEW
BLUE 3 4 x 300 ft PEX Tubing Plumbing Pipe Piping Drinking Potable Water NEW
$119.00
Time Remaining: 2d 15h 31m
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Ridgid Tube Bender No 396
Ridgid Tube Bender No 396
$9.99
Time Remaining: 20h 53m

Tube Tubing
Tube Tubing

Choosing a Fine Bubble Diffuser - Disc Diffuser - Tube Diffuser or Panel Diffuser?

Diffusers are available in many shapes, including discs, tubes, squares, and rectangular panels, and in different materials, including elastomers like EPDM and porous media like Aluminum Oxide, Porcelain, or HDPE. Many books and papers have been written on the differences between these media.

However there are still many questions about the superiority or application of disc vs. tube vs. panel. Many of the manufacturers in the business make multiple types of diffuser, though they tend to favor and promote one moreso than the others, typically for commercial reasons (they have a higher margin on one product) or for reasons of product differentiation (when specified by a client or engineer, it is difficult to find "equal" competitors).

Many tests of oxygen transfer efficiency have been carried out over the years on each type of diffuser (some of which are published in the ATV Handbuch), however product development is dynamic, and what was tested in the mid 1980's may not apply today to modern discs, tubes and panels.

There are some common sense principles to follow, regardless of the development of the technologies.

In a retrievable system made of costly stainless steel, the diffuser which can handle the most air with the least stainless infrastructure is going to be an attractive choice. Typically tube diffusers are seen on retrievable systems for this reason.

In a fixed system where the pipes are bolted to the floor, and longevity and low maintenance are required, disc diffusers are more popular than tubes.

Where failure mode is important (i.e. catastrophic vs. slow) disc diffusers may be favored over tubes. Tube diffusers typically have a large air orifice, hence in case of a membrane rupture or clamp failure, a large volume of air can escape from that orifice, starving the rest of the system.

The deeper the tank, the less benefit panel diffusers offer in terms of efficiency. Panels are typically designed to produce very fine bubbles. In a shallow tank, this is a benefit, albeit a costly one since panel systems often carry a hefty price tag due to the amount of equipment required to purchase and install. However in a deeper tank, so much of the oxygen is transferred by the time the bubble has risen 15 ft that the bubble is said to be oxygen depleted, hence the benefit disappears. One must also be cognizant of the headloss of panel diffusers, since what is gained in terms of efficiency from small bubbles is often lost in extra energy needed to overcome the high back pressure of panel membranes.

Regardless of the type of diffuser, one should consider PTFE coated membrane diffusers, which may extend the lifetime of the membrane and will also reduce surface fouling as well.

About the Author

Stamford Scientific manufactures a number of quality fine bubble diffusers, membrane diffusers, and aeration systems. Wastewater management systems and sewage treatment plant options available.

What are some good tubing clothes?

Hi i like to tube behind a boat, but my knuckles, elbows, and knees always get cut up from rubbing on the tube. I need some tubing gloves that aren't expensive, something for my elbows, and knees. I think i might get waterskiing gloves, but would an X under armor long shirt be good for my elbows, or would it get holes in it right away? Any help with this and other ideas of clothing would be great. Thanks.

A surfing rash guard shirt would be more durable -- they are made to keep surfers from getting chafed by the boards and sand. Diving skins (sort of like leotards and tights but lighter than a wetsuit) can also protect your skin. You can sometimes find good deals on that stuff at places like Dunhams and Gander Mountain stores. Underarmor is too flimsy. You could use cheap weightlifting or bicycling fingerless gloves to protect your knuckles -- get the nylon stretch ones, not leather obviously. They cost less than $10 at places like K-Mart.

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