What Is Wrought Iron Pipe?

Wrought iron pipe, abbreviated as WIP, is used for the water supply in older houses. Wrought iron does not fuse easily so it cannot be cast. Wrought iron is typically threaded into cast iron fittings. Cast iron fittings have tapered threads, not screwed threads.

What is wrought pipe?

Wrought pipe and tubing is steel formed into a tube and welded down the seam or drawn seamless pipe or tubing. It is used for higher pressure application as well as decorative work. It is normally welded to elbows, etc.

What is the difference between cast iron and wrought iron pipe?

Actually, the basic distinction between the two is simple: Cast iron is iron that has been melted, poured into a mold, and allowed to cool. Wrought iron is iron that has been heated and then worked with tools. In fact, the term “wrought” derived from the past participle of the word “worked.”