HDPE Pipes
Technical Specifications
- Material & Standards: High-Density Polyethylene (PE80, PE100) resin. Standards: ISO 4427, ASTM F714, EN 12201, AWWA C906.
- Manufacturing Method: Extrusion process with continuous quality control of dimensions and properties.
- Nominal Diameters: DN 16 – DN 1200 mm, tolerances as per applicable standards.
- Wall Thickness Range: Determined by Standard Dimension Ratio (SDR) and pressure rating.
- Pressure Ratings: Common PN ratings: PN 4, PN 6, PN 8, PN 10, PN 12.5, PN 16, PN 20, PN 25.
- SDR Classes: SDR 41, SDR 33, SDR 26, SDR 21, SDR 17, SDR 13.6, SDR 11, SDR 9.
- Joint Types: Butt fusion, electrofusion, flanged connections, or mechanical couplings.
- Lining Options: Standard black PE with UV stabilizers, optional co-extruded layers for specific chemical or abrasion resistance.
- Applications: Potable water, wastewater, irrigation, gas distribution, industrial fluids, slurry transport.
- Advantages: Corrosion resistance, flexibility, lightweight, long service life (>50 years), low friction losses, earthquake resistance.