Yes, ICE-LOC® has a protective range from -103 degrees F to well beyond boiling temperatures (500 degrees F) without change to the elastomer.

Water flow restriction is a complex relationship between pipe diameter and water pressure, restriction rate can vary. Restriction can range: from 16% to 27%. Note: Most plumbing is designed to deliver more water than would be typically needed. The diameter of the ICE-LOC® will be much less than it appears before installation. Core gets smaller inside the pipe, when there is water pressure compressing the core.

ICE-LOC® can greatly reduce the chance of pipe rupture due to freezing only as long as the pipe integrity remains.

Since ICE-LOC® is made from a high-purity, FDA-approved elastomer, there is no contamination to the water. In fact, ICE-LOC® has a higher purity than the pipes in your system.

ICE-LOC® is not intended for sewer pipes or drainage pipes. ICE-LOC® is intended for portable water systems that freeze.

ICE-LOC® can be used anywhere that has plumbing. The most important application in a mobile home is the main line coming up behind the skirting of the trailer and into the structure. Inserting a few feet of ICE-LOC® in this pipe and extending some into the trailer wall and the ground line can greatly protect from this incident from occurring again.

ICE-LOC® is made from a proprietary polymer that is formulated to resist deterioration and will not fall apart in the water system. No. ICE-LOC® is not a source of heat and is not a form of insulation that protects from freezing.

Typical homes have around 500-600 feet of pipe. An economical option is to protect only known problem areas. ICE-LOC® placed in the easily accessible pipes such as outside faucets may be all the protection you require. Pushing several feet of ICE-LOC® into these pipes can help protect plumbing that would otherwise be difficult to access.

There are so many variables in pipe quality, conditions and installation. It is virtually impossible for ICE-LOC® Inc. to warranty other manufacturers equipment (faulty valve etc) or the fact some ones says they installed the product properly or didn't use it at all.

Although the information and recommendations given at this Internet Web site are presented in good faith and are believed to be correct, ICE-LOC®, Inc., a New Mexico Corporation, makes no representations or warranties as to the completeness or accuracy of the Information. Information is supplied based upon the data provided by you and upon the condition that you will make your own determination as to its suitability for your purposes prior to use.

The Parallax Ez-Flow CDS is designed for the percutaneous injection of bone cement but have been optimized to work with the Parallax line of cement products. The Parallax IDS is designed for use with a proprietary cartridge cement-it will not work with vials or other types of formats.

The BI Series and Combo® Models, which produce crescent-shaped ice, use approximately 2-3/4 gallons of water to make approximately 22 pounds of ice. 100% of the water is used for ice and there is no waste. The CLR2160 and CLRCO2175, which make clear, restaurant style cubes, use 1/2 gallon of water per pound of ice. The CLR2160 and CLRCO2175 use less water than all other residential clear ice makers in the industry.

Flakes are caused by calcium carbonate and magnesium carbonate precipitates. When hard water is frozen or boiled, the carbonates in the water come out of solution, appearing as whitish flakes and attaching to containers. This calcium is the same as that in dairy products and is harmless. Soft water does not have any calcium or magnesium carbonate deposits, but the use of soft water is not recommended.

The hot water that comes from the 600 ft. well is about 160? F. If the water were allowed to come to the surface, the temperature would be 135?.

ICE-LOC® is available for 1/2 inch, 3/4 inch and 1 inch pipe diameters. 1 1/2 inch and 2 inch pipe sizes made on request (1000 plus ft. orders on these larger sizes only).

Note: Using ICE-LOC? on type M copper can still help on this thin walled pipe especially if there is no protection whatsoever.

It is not recommended to use drinking water filters on hot water due to the potential for leakage. The soft rubber tubing on the Countertop and under-countertop water filter systems as well as the o-ring seals can soften and create leaks when exposed to hot water. Most systems are rated for water temperatures up to 90 degrees. Shower filters and water filtration faucets can be used with water up to 115 degrees. Typically, 100 to 104 degrees is normal shower temperature.

ICE-LOC® can provide protection to your plumbing for as long as your pipe wall integrity remains intact. Corrosion and oxidation reduces the integrity of your pipes over time.

No, ICE-LOC® is not a source of heat. It is a passive device that compresses when ice expands, allowing a place to receive the new water volume. This helps to protect the pipe from rupturing.