kitch40

brass fittings???

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, 01-08-2012 at 03:29 PM (2032 Views)

I just finished getting my RODI filter set up in my basement. The water is stored in a 40 gallon Rubbermaid Brute garbage can. I have a submersible utility pump feeding a hose to transfer the water up to the main floor with a valve at the end. My question is regarding the brass fitting on the end of the hose. It is attatched to the pump under the water and my intent was to leave the pump set up in the tank but I am wondering if the brass fitting will be an issue. Thanks for the help, Kitch40

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baker.shawn - 01-08-2012 03:54 PM
im not sure about brass, but i know copper is definitly a problem, since brass contains copper id say this may be a problem.

i suggest you just replace the brass with a plastic fitting, you can just cut the hose to remove the brass end and use a barb fitting from homedepot to connect the hose and pump. if the line is presurized i also suggest using plastic hose clamps to secure everything
DJ in WV - 01-09-2012 05:02 PM
You would be best to change it out since rodi water is fairly corrosive. Nylon pvc abs are your best choices for anything dealling with water and your tank
melev - 01-10-2012 01:21 AM
No brass fittings should be used with our systems, not in RO/DI water nor saltwater. You can use them PRIOR to the RO/DI system, but not in your collected water.
kitch40 - 01-10-2012 09:25 PM
Thanks Marc! PS I finally got it all going...auto top up works good although the kit was a bit of a headache and the fish now have RODI water in use!!!