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What does KC gold mean?
The 14k KC means simply 14k gold (14k) and the makers mark (KC). This means 14k gold plated, but this does not give any information as to what the base metal is. Gold is the same as silver in that it is much too soft on its own. There are several variations of gold mixes and these are what they actually stand for.
What is the difference between MIP and NPT?
Other Notes About Thread Sizing As previously mentioned, NPT indicates the defined standard from ANSI – but many people use MPT/MIP and FPT/FIP interchangeably. MPT stands for Male Pipe Thread and MIP stands for Male Iron Pipe which both indicate a male fitting with NPT threads.
What thread is NPT?
National Pipe Thread
NPT. NPT stands for National Pipe Thread and is an American standard thread. It may also be reffered to as MPT , MNPT or NPT (M) for male external threads and FPT, FNPT or NPT(F) for female interal threads. A thread sealant must always be used to achieve a leak free seal (except for NPTF).
What are the meanings of the acronym GDB?
All Acronyms lists 60 meanings of GDB: technology. business. biology. medical. science. health. development.
What are the abbreviations for gold plated jewelry?
GP – Gold Plating uses a technique of spraying a coating of gold onto the base metal. Gold plated jewelry loses its gold color over time. HGE – Heavy Gold Electroplating uses a chemical process to apply a heavy gold layer to a base metal surface.
What do the letters on gold tone jewelry mean?
The letters on gold-colored, or gold-tone jewelry are used to describe jewelry that is gold plated or colored in such a way as to have the appearance of gold. It’s important to note that jewelry bearing these stamps or descriptions are not gold jewelry.
What do the purity marks on gold jewelry mean?
Gold Purity Marks Purity marks on gold jewelry will consist of a two-digit number followed by the letter “k,” or a three-digit number. The letter “k” refers to karats, where pure gold is composed of 24 karats (24k).