Wipe
Term · Industrial and trades · MLC-T-IND-006634
To join lead pipes or fittings by soldering, creating a smooth, watertight connection. This process involves heating the lead components and applying molten solder, which then solidifies to form a durable seal. The technique requires skill to achieve a consistent and strong joint, particularly in older plumbing systems where lead pipes were common.
| Identifier | MLC-T-IND-006634 |
|---|---|
| Field | Industrial and trades |
| Subject | Plumbing |
| Translations | German: Löten; Spanish: soldar; French: essuyer |
Record as JSON
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"definition": "To join lead pipes or fittings by soldering, creating a smooth, watertight connection. This process involves heating the lead components and applying molten solder, which then solidifies to form a durable seal. The technique requires skill to achieve a consistent and strong joint, particularly in older plumbing systems where lead pipes were common.",
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"es": "soldar",
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}
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