06-26-2009, 11:40 AM
I'm no expert. I do, however have opinions anyway. 
It seems logical to me to support pipe, and where there are joints (unions T's, elbows) provide support on both ends of the joint. joints are the weak points in a pipeline.
The length of unsupported pipe, would depend on the diameter, weight, material, nature of the fluid being transported by the pipe / safety concerns, etc. .
It just makes sense to not let a joint, bear any weight or strain.
(camera batteries are recharged, I'll try to get a pic of the table lamp up as soon as possible.)
It seems logical to me to support pipe, and where there are joints (unions T's, elbows) provide support on both ends of the joint. joints are the weak points in a pipeline.
The length of unsupported pipe, would depend on the diameter, weight, material, nature of the fluid being transported by the pipe / safety concerns, etc. .
It just makes sense to not let a joint, bear any weight or strain.
(camera batteries are recharged, I'll try to get a pic of the table lamp up as soon as possible.)
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The greatest place to live life, is on the sharp leading edge of a learning curve.
Lead me not into temptation.....I can find it myself!