Cistern connection issue.

[Bp89]

Can anyone advise me on a possible flexible connection between a water inlet pipe and a cistern? I have posted images of a 150 mm long flexible pipe, the shortest I could find, and the existing pipework disconnected from a cistern. The pipe to the cistern will not reconnect properly and flexibility is needed but the amount of copper pipe available to cut and attach a 150 mm long flexible pipe, including an isolation valve, is short.

Thanks.

 

[Deleted member 120897]

It doesn’t look short, are you sure there’s no “play” in the pipe to connect via that service valve?

 

[Bp89]

It doesn’t look short, are you sure there’s no “play” in the pipe to connect via that service valve?

Thanks. Are you talking about play in the copper pipe? There is some play in the copper pipe but it isn't actually vertical and I was concerned that even though it might be possible to connect to the cistern, the plastic thread might be stripped on tightening up.

 

[Deleted member 120897]

Yes, I was on about the copper pipe. If you can’t get it then you might be better with a standard 300mm flexi and smooth bending it round?

 

[Bp89]

Yes, I was on about the copper pipe. If you can’t get it then you might be better with a standard 300mm flexi and smooth bending it round?

Ok. So cutting the copper pipe as far as I can ( which won't be much) away from the cistern and connecting a longer flexi pipe.

 

[Deleted member 120897]

Yes, but try it before you fit the pipe 1st, otherwise you’ll be up the creek without a paddle

 

[ShaunCorbs]

Easier to swap the ball valve to a brass shank one then your existing set up will tighten on

 

[Bp89]

Thanks.

Yes, but try it before you fit the pipe 1st, otherwise you’ll be up the creek without a paddle

Cheers.

 

[Bp89]

Thanks.

Easier to swap the ball valve to a brass shank one then your existing set up will tighten on

Thanks.