G Gmj1980 Active Member Joined Jul 17, 2011 Messages 44 Reaction score 2 Location Stockton Aug 25, 2011 #1 I am building a mash tun and would like to know what is the difference between PVC and CPVC Im just curious of the pros and cons I see everyone saying to use CPVC but no explanation why thanks any help will be greatly appreciated.
I am building a mash tun and would like to know what is the difference between PVC and CPVC Im just curious of the pros and cons I see everyone saying to use CPVC but no explanation why thanks any help will be greatly appreciated.
C Chrisl77 Well-Known Member Joined Mar 25, 2011 Messages 892 Reaction score 87 Location Jackson Aug 25, 2011 #2 Main reason is pvc is not rated for hot water it can release chemicals in hot water.
two_hearted Well-Known Member Joined Apr 11, 2010 Messages 2,185 Reaction score 191 Location Cincinnati Aug 25, 2011 #3 PVC is not suitable for hot water, CPVC is.
A AnonyBrew Who rated my beer? HBT Supporter Joined Feb 5, 2008 Messages 2,497 Reaction score 108 Aug 25, 2011 #4 It's all pretty cheap...when in doubt use CPVC.