Despite the shaped profile of this cast iron gutter it has a large flow capacity with the smallest size 5 x4 125mm x 100mm providing around 1 99 litres per second ranging to 2 64 litres per second for the largest 6 x4 150mm x 100mm h16 moulded size.
Cast iron gutter putty.
Available in 4 different sizes 1l 4l 8l and 20l.
It is a jointing putty for cast.
This jointing method was historically used however due to ageing the putty hardens and cracks causing dripping joints.
Cast iron gutters and cast iron guttering products have been a popular choice for many years.
Cast iron is an exceptionally strong and durable material many original installations from the victorian era are still in existence in the uk particularly around london and the north of england.
Cast iron is a useful material that is used in a variety of ways from stoves to engines.
The re sealing of joints in cast iron gutters guidance note november 2013 introduction leaking joints on gutter installations are normally due to a breakdown of the old putty compound.
A particularly ornate early victorian cast iron hopper head which collects water from a parapet gutter behind the fine timber fascia g utters on the other hand must be sealed.
Benefits of cast iron gutters.
2046 is a 1 litre 2 part epoxy that comes as a 500ml hardener and 500ml base.
It is a hard but often brittle material that can crack if dropped and it is also prone to rust if not cared for.
Cast iron should be kept in dry conditions to avoid rust.
Cast iron guttering is built to last.
Deks jointing compound part number.
When correctly maintained cast iron gutter will outlast all rival products that are made from other materials.
In the past the joints were caulked using red lead putty but this material has now been replaced by low modulus silicone sealants.
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