GLOSSARY OF PLUMBING TERMS | K

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kPa – Kilopascal. A metric unit for pressure. 100 kPa = one atmosphere.

KW – Kilowatt. A measure of the rate of supply of energy or power, equal to 1000 watts or 3412 BTU per hour.

Kafer Fitting – Cast iron drainage pipe fitting with threaded-on hub used to attach to existing cast iron lines.

Kilowatt – One thousand watts

Knockout Plug – PVC test plug

Kollar Kap – Styrofoam forms used to protect floor drains while concrete is being poured around them.

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Source: “Plumbing Terms” Standard Plumbing Supply. 11 Sept. 2008