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   FrankB89 | Feb 10, 2003 08:47am | #1

   The one I've seen in operation didn't particularly strike me as over-priced.  So it only uses 600 watts!  So watt?

   The equipment had a transformer unit, the heating ring (sized to the pipe) the  sizing plug and other components I failed to commit to memory.

   Simple?  Yes.  But the components were all heavy industrial construction, machined parts, etc.  The tubing being welded was 1 1/4".

   I suppose you could build one, or maybe find a used one.  I don't know that the integrity of a well fused joint, however, could be ensured with a "cheapy" version.

   If the equipment required to properly and permantly fuse 3 or 4 thousand feet of pipe that's going to be buried and inaccessable and is the integral part of a $15K plus heat system costs $600 bucks and can be used again and again, I'd say it's a pretty reasonable investment.

   Jules Quaver for President   2004

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   WayneL5 | Feb 15, 2003 01:10am | #2

   If it's for one job, rent one or hire it out.  If there is no one to hire out, then maybe there's a business opportunity for you.