Class a Chimney questions??

[webby3650]

I know that the stuff from big big stores often has thinner stainless, it's all tested the same but it wrinkles and dents much easier than the higher end stuff. Another thing to keep in mind, if you choose cheap pipe and they discontinue it, you won't be able to get replacement parts in the future if needed.

 

[oldspark]

Maybe this can be some help.
I think I had the wrong brand at first I think this is the correct link for the brand at home depot.
http://www.selkirkcorp.com/flashguide/english/cf/sentinel.swf

 

[oldspark]

I know that the stuff from big big stores often has thinner stainless, it's all tested the same but it wrinkles and dents much easier than the higher end stuff. Another thing to keep in mind, if you choose cheap pipe and they discontinue it, you won't be able to get replacement parts in the future if needed.

I have never bought the pipe at the big stores but if it is thinner in should be in the specs and I dont believe this is a cheaper pipe that will be discontinued by any means.

 

[sowers25]

yea I don't believe so either because it has the exact same part # as I have seen on lots of other sites that specialize in just chimney pipes and components an almost half the price....I don't see where I can go wrong. Thanks for the input guys, you have all been very helpful....now off to plow some snow

 

[webby3650]

I have installed lots of each, and I assure you, the cheap pipe will dent very easy compared to the pipe you would get from a hearth store, like Dura-tech for example. This is simply an aesthetics issue, it will perform just fine. I see people that often need a part as simple as a stove pipe adapter for a pipe that is no longer made, when they installed it they didn't think this pipe would be discontinued either. Just a thought, I would go with a good name and a good price.

 

[oldspark]

I have installed lots of each, and I assure you, the cheap pipe will dent very easy compared to the pipe you would get from a hearth store, like Dura-tech for example. This is simply an aesthetics issue, it will perform just fine. I see people that often need a part as simple as a stove pipe adapter for a pipe that is no longer made, when they installed it they didn't think this pipe would be discontinued either. Just a thought, I would go with a good name and a good price.

webby-the pipe he is looking at is the same as what you buy online and one of the 3 brands that are the most popular, this is not some off brand pipe.

 

[webby3650]

I realize that.

 

[sowers25]

Webby, kind of confused in what you are saying now, r u saying that the pipe im looking at buying is junk?

 

[webby3650]

Not at all, As I said I have used it several times, it is all tested to the same standards. Some pipe has a lower grade of stainless that allows it to dent and wrinkle easier, it is only a cosmetic issue.

 

[sowers25]

Is it the gauge of metal that im lookin for, if so what grade is ideal for good quality and durability

 

[sowers25]

Well I checked on some prices and what type of pipe at the hearth stores in my area and found out that they are selling and using the same brands of pipe as home depot or lowes, but at almost double the price....so home depot it is.

 

[webby3650]

They should be offering some different stuff, well this makes your decision easy!