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[werdna]

I used 19mm retic pipe for my air.
Its really easy to add more lines, just stab and insert barb fitting, and really cheap.
You dont get any leaks either.

And the black looks alright too IMO.

You can see mine here


I was going to have the airpump up high so didnt need a raised airline, but would recommend it so you dont need check valves.

Sheds looking good

[Mattymak]

That's a nice 6 foot set up on the left

[slink]

That is looking amazing bro!!

Thanks matty your welcome to come and have a look anytime as well werdna I was planning on using the poly but ended up going the PVC I'm happy with it I used the threaded barbs and I have no leaks as yet.

[werdna]

That's a nice 6 foot set up on the left

It is a nice setup.
Someone got that for a steal

werdna I was planning on using the poly but ended up going the PVC I'm happy with it I used the threaded barbs and I have no leaks as yet.

It is always interesting the different ways people setup their sheds/rooms etc.

We should have a sticky thread where people post their different ways or plumbing/airlines etc with pros and cons so future builders dont have to do the hard research.

[slink]

Yes that's a really good idea I will have photo's of my airline up tonight when I get home.

[Bowdy]

So you drill a 3mm hole in the PVC and screw them in ?
The benefit of having poly sections for the airlines to be attached to is its easily replaced if leaks show or you have to many holes etc. doin a great job.

[slink]

That is a great idea bowdy I might have to re think it and try that out. Yes I am drilling a 3mm hole and screwing them in.

[mattt]

you can use a pvc threaded T -> gang valve and have anywhere from 2-24+ valve off it, easy to close off, adjustable and no random holes here and there.

place a valve between the T and the fitting if you want to restrict or turn off flow completely, even the 3-4mm micro taps for each line.. they are like 2c each or something stupid.

something like this -

Edited by mattt, 25 February 2013 - 03:17 PM.

[Mattymak]

Thanks matty your welcome to come and have a look anytime as well werdna I was planning on using the poly but ended up going the PVC I'm happy with it I used the threaded barbs and I have no leaks as yet.

No worries man will have to organise a time with ya live close to me too!

It is a nice setup.
Someone got that for a steal

I wonder who that lucky guy was?

[Bowdy]

That is a great idea bowdy I might have to re think it and try that out. Yes I am drilling a 3mm hole and screwing them in.

I have parts galore il put together a couple ideas and show you what I mean.

[slink]

Awesome thanks mate that would be great.

[dazzabozza]

Choice setup Slink!

What sort of air pump you going for? Blower's work well with the skinny black poly. The diaphragm types evenly pressurise better with the wider PVC.

Drilling into the PVC to add a line will become tedious over time and difficult to plug. Versus poly short runs of poly that you tap into the PVC. Super easy to tap into to add extra air lines.

Here's what Krystal help setup in my shed which worked a treat!

[slink]

Good idea Daz how did you connect it to the PVC? I can't quite see it. I'm using a resun Lp-60

Edited by slink, 26 February 2013 - 11:02 AM.

[Bowdy]

I would do things differantly to Dazza I would isolate each poly piece so a tap can be placed inline to adjust air flow. Il get around to doing pics this arvo

[slink]

cool thanks bowdy

[sandgroper]

Yes put in plenty of taps, whether it be for water or air, taps allow you more control over your system.

[dazzabozza]

Good idea Daz how did you connect it to the PVC? I can't quite see it. I'm using a resun Lp-60

There's a rubber grommet that sits in the PVC and the poly elbows/tees squeeze into them. Not sure if I have any close-ups....

Oh and of you go down this path it helps to have some lube for the grommets. Bowdy has plenty on hand (and other places too - jokes ). Aquotix may have the real deal else hit SteveGreen up for some of his sheep grease.

[slink]

Where did you get them from daz? I'm Starting to get a few leaks in what I have now

Edited by slink, 26 February 2013 - 08:01 PM.

[dazzabozza]

Supplied by the lovely Krystal. I'll do a quick search to see if I can find something that resembles them.

[mattt]

I wouldnt bother with grommits and lube.. been there done that, just use the fittings that are made for that kinda stuff - if you want dazzas method going into poly use - with or and if you like a tap -

100% seal.

these fittings are usually about 1$ each, tap maybe 3$ and probably 2-4x that at bunnings/masters :x

if not in a huge rush i can grab you some glue / thread tape maybe a few fittings from work.

Edited by mattt, 27 February 2013 - 05:10 PM.