CSLB General Building (B)Planning and EstimatingMedium
A contractor is reviewing a set of plumbing plans. The symbol of a circle with a 'P' inside it typically represents which of the following?
- APump
- BPressure Gauge
- CPotable Water Supply
- DPipe Cleanout
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: A. Pump
In plumbing schematics, a circle with a 'P' inside is a common symbol used to denote a pump, which is an essential component for moving fluids.
Why the other options are wrong
- B. A pressure gauge usually has a different symbol, often a circle with a needle or a 'PG'.
- C. Potable water supply is usually indicated by line types or labels, not a single 'P' in a circle.
- D. A pipe cleanout often has a symbol representing an access point on a pipe.
Plumbing Pump Symbol
On plumbing and mechanical plans, a circle with a capital 'P' inside commonly represents a pump.
- Used to indicate a device for fluid movement.
- Standardized symbol for clarity on plans.
- Essential for understanding water and waste systems.
Memory trick: Pipes Push with a Pump 'P'.