Installing an appropriate water installation at home is a very important task that determines how efficient and reliable the water supply will be. One of the key tasks in this area is the selection of pipes. This is an extremely important issue for every installer, so in the article below we will discuss this issue.
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What criteria should pipes for water supply systems meet?
Let's first consider what criteria are most important when selecting pipes for a water supply system . There are several of them, such as material, diameter, pressure, certifications and standards.
- Let's start with the material, which determines durability, reliability, corrosion resistance, and naturally affects installation costs. They can be made of various materials, such as steel, copper, cast iron, composites and plastics (PP, PE, PVC). Before we decide on something, we should first analyze the requirements and our financial possibilities. Each installation requires careful planning and consideration of the scheme.
- Another important parameter is the diameter, because it determines whether we will maintain the appropriate water flow. For this purpose, the expected water demand in a given premises (building) must be taken into account. The length of the installation route is equally important.
- You cannot forget to adjust the pipes to the expected water pressure. This is extremely important because pipes that are too weak may burst if they are incorrectly selected. Stronger ones significantly increase investment costs.
- You also need to make sure that the selected pipes meet the appropriate standards, which is confirmed by certificates of compliance.
Which pipes for water installations should you choose?
Water pipes in a home installation are undoubtedly of fundamental importance. In the previous paragraph, we already mentioned the most important factors to pay attention to, and now it's time to be even more precise.
discussion of the topic. To adjust them so that they work efficiently and reliably, we must take into account a number of parameters, such as the type of building, technical requirements, budget allocated for this purpose and customer preferences. Most often, copper pipes, PVC plastic pipes or PE plastic pipes are chosen.
What is worth knowing about copper pipes for installation?
Copper pipes have a very long history of use in various water installations, which is not surprising if we look at their advantages.
One of the most important is durability, because they are characterized by really high, impeccable durability and corrosion resistance, which automatically translates into a longer installation life. Copper pipes are very resistant to both high temperature (they can safely conduct hot water, they are also used in heating installations) and fire.
Another huge advantage is that copper pipes are less susceptible to scale formation. This makes their internal surface smooth, thus reducing the risk of limescale build-up. This minimizes flow losses.
Plastic pipes for water installations (PP.PE.PVC)
As we can see, copper pipes have many advantages, which is why they are often chosen, but not always, because pipes made of plastics such as polypropylene (PP), polyethylene (PE) and polyvinyl chloride (PVC) are also very popular. What particularly encourages them is their low price, as they are cheaper (by quite a lot) than copper pipes. So this is a great solution if our budget is limited. It is also extremely important that they are very light and easy to install. This makes assembly and transportation easier. Like copper, plastics are resistant to corrosion, which ensures greater durability of the installation. Another advantage is that they are quiet in use, so they do not make noise when water flows.
When planning to purchase plastic pipes, we recommend visiting the Onninen hydraulic wholesaler , because you will find a wide range of this type of products here. Here are some suggestions:
Kaczmarek PVC socket pressure pipes 90x4.3x6000 PN10 are very universal, therefore they are used in many areas: water transmission above ground, underground water supply networks, pressure drainage, etc. Main parameters: length 6.1 m, width 0.1 m, height 0.1 m, weight 11.12 kg, volume 0.061 m3.
These HD-PE100 high-density polyethylene pipes, single-layer, intended for the construction of pressure water pipelines. Kaczmarek PE100 32x2.0mm, PN10 SDR17 water pipes are available in coils or bars, depending on the nominal diameter. Parameters of the product presented here: length 1 m, width 0.036 m, height 0.036 m, weight 0.2 kg, volume 0.001 m3.
The Wavin TS PE 40x3.7mm SDR11 water pipe is made of polyethylene (PE), which makes it extremely resistant to corrosion and mechanical damage. Allows safe transfer of fluids under heavy hydraulic load. Parameters: length 1 m, width 0.04 m, height 0.04, weight 0.434 kg, volume 0.002 m3.
To sum up, the selection of pipes for a water installation is a task that cannot be ignored, because not only the final cost but also the subsequent comfort of use depends on it.
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