PVC Schedule 80 Pipe is for pressure applications and has a thicker wall than Schedule 40 pipe. It is highly durable, easy to install and has better sound deadening qualities than PVC and ABS Foarm Core pipes. Installation requires the use of primer and solvent cement.
ASTM D 1785: Specification for poly (vinyl chloride) (PVC) plastic pipe, Schedule 40, 80, and 120 Scope: This specification covers PVC pipe in Schedule 40,80, and 120 for pressure applications. This system is intended for pressure applications where the operating temperature will not exceed 140° F.
ASTM D 2467: Specifications for poly (vinyl chloride) (PVC) plastic pipe fittings, Schedule 80 Scope: This specification covers (PVC) schedule 80 fittings which are used with the distribution of pressurized liquids only.
Specification:
Pipe and fittings shall be manufactured from virgin rigid PVC (polyvinyl chloride) vinyl compounds with a cell class of 12454 as identified in ASTM D 1784.
PVC Schedule 40 pipe and PVC Schedule 80 pipe shall be Iron Pipe Size (IPS) conforming to ASTM D 1785. Injection molded PVC Schedule 40 fittings and PVC Schedule 80 fittings shall conform to ASTM D 2466 and ASTM D 2467 Respectively. PVC Schedule 80 threaded fittings shall conform to ASTM D 2464.
PVC Schedule 40 & Schedule 80 pipe fittings Property:
1) Healthy, anti-bacteria, conforming to drinking water standards
2) Resistant to high temperatures, good impact strength
3) Convenient and firm installation, low construction expenses
4) Excellent heat-insulation property, minimum thermal conductivity
5) Lightweight, convenient to transport and handle, good for saving labor
6) Smooth inner wall, reduce pressure loss and increase flow speed
7) Sound insulation (reduced by 40% compared to galvanized steel pipes)
8) Light color and excellent design, suit both exposed and hidden installation
9) Recyclable, environment-friendly, in accordance with GBM standards
10) Extremely long usage life of at least 50 years
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