NewDecadeBrewery
Well-Known Member
Was looking for a 1/2" stainless nipple today and came across a website here http://www.zorotools.com/g/Sched.40 Welded SS Nipples 1 2" Pipe Size/00070959/#. When I went to add to my cart the website makes me swear that this wont be used in potable water applications in CA, MD, and VT - well I plan on using it on my fermenter, and it and I reside in CA. So, what gives? Is there something dangerous in stainless steel? These specifically said they are "welded" nipples. Is it something in the welding process that is unsafe? Why would a 1.5" supposedly fully threaded nipple be welded? I searched around on here and on the web and all I could find is something about lead and ANSI testing in California. Is it just that these nipples weren't specifically tested for lead, even though they may not contain any? Anyone on here know?