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End feed, Yorkshire, compression, or push-fit — a working plumber's guide to joining copper pipe. How each method works, when to use it, and the mistakes that cause leaks.Read now -
End Feed vs Compression Fittings for Copper Pipe: Which to Use?
When running copper pipework, the choice between end feed and compression fittings comes up on every job. This guide covers when to solder, when to compress, how the two systems compare on cost and reliability, and what APM Electricals stocks at our Acton trade counter for same-day collection.Read now -
Compression Fittings: A Trade Guide to DZR Brass, Olives, and Sizing
Read nowCompression fittings are one of the most versatile joints in the trade toolkit. No heat, no flux, no torch — just a spanner and a straight pull. But get the wrong fitting for the job — wrong size, wrong brass...
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PTFE Tape for Plumbing Joints: How to Use It Properly
Read nowPTFE tape is one of the most basic items in a plumber's toolkit — and one of the most frequently misused.
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Compression Fittings: The Complete Guide for Plumbers and DIYers
Read nowCompression fittings have been used in UK plumbing for over a century and remain one of the most practical pipe-joining methods available.
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End Feed vs Compression Fittings: When to Use Each One
End feed and compression fittings both connect copper pipe — but they suit different jobs. This guide covers when to solder and when to go mechanical, with a quick comparison table.Read now