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Fittings Equivilant Length

The document provides information on equivalent pipe lengths for common fittings like elbows, tees, and valves in hot water piping systems. Tables with equivalent lengths in feet and meters are given for screw fittings and flanged fittings of various sizes.

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Fittings Equivilant Length

The document provides information on equivalent pipe lengths for common fittings like elbows, tees, and valves in hot water piping systems. Tables with equivalent lengths in feet and meters are given for screw fittings and flanged fittings of various sizes.

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