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 lead pipe cinch
Author: ArthurPeabody (NM)

The attention the EPA has drawn to lead pipes with the new lead and copper rule reminded me of the phrase 'lead pipe cinch', which has an undetermined etymology. Some attribute it to a steel band which plumbers used to attach lead pipes to other pipes or fixtures. I thought the whole point of lead was direct connection, can't imagine a steel band making a reliable leak-free connection. Have you ever used a lead pipe cinch?

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Author: packy (MA)

i've not installed any but have removed many. the "cinch" i'm familiar with is a straight bracket was soldered to the lead pipe. it had holes in it for screws. i looked for pictures but couldn't find any.

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 Re: lead pipe cinch
Author: ArthurPeabody (NM)

Does it make you think of the phrase 'lead pipe cinch'?

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Author: hj (AZ)

y interprtation was that "cinch" neant it was EASY as In "it was a cINCh to do it'.

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 Re: lead pipe cinch
Author: ArthurPeabody (NM)

Me too. What's the difference between a cinch and a lead pipe cinch?

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 Re: lead pipe cinch
Author: packy (MA)

i never knew this ???

When 19th-century plumbers wanted to secure a critical connection, they'd use a sturdy lead pipe to “cinch” (secure) a joint.

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