Properties To Look For When Selecting A High Pressure Plastic Pipe

 For water supply and management processes, some functions require the transport of substances at extremely high pressure. Conventionally metal pipes were used for such high pressure applications but over time, plastic high pressure pipes have come to acquire widespread acceptance. However, to pass usage as high pressure pipe materials, these pipes must display certain properties, which ensure that they function optimally even under harsh conditions. If you require high pressure pipes for any application, look for the following properties to ensure optimal efficiency:

1.     Corrosion resistance is one of the core properties to look for in high pressure plastic pipe systems. Water supplied to homes and even wastewater often contains hard salts and other chemicals which can damage pipes. Hence, high resistance to the harshest chemicals is a desirable property. Also, since the pressure pipes often have to be installed in exposed conditions as well as underground, corrosion resistance against natural and chemical substances is recommended.

2.     The pipe materials must also be resistant to abrasion. Some material passing through the pressure pipes can cause the pipe material to be abraded, and gradually over time, this can cause the pipe to become damaged. Hence, the harder the pressure pipe material, the better it is. 

3.    Depending on the use or application of the system, high pressure PVC pipe fittings and pipes must be chosen to ensure efficient functionality. For instance, high pressure systems for water supply mains must be made from heavy-metal free food grade material to prevent contamination and ensure safety in supply.

4.  Resistance to cracking is another desirable property in pressure pipe materials. Increased stress resistance makes pipes suitable for trenchless installation where there is a risk of the pipe getting damaged during the process of installation.

5.    It is ideal that high pressure pipe materials used for sewage management are impervious to gases and liquids. This will prevent leakage of toxic waste and foul odours during transportation and ensure better performance of the overall system.

6.     Higher temperature resistance is also another property that is required in high pressure pipe materials, especially when they are being used to transport sewage or hot water. Some pressure pipe materials are designed to withstand temperature higher than 50 degrees. 

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