IPS water pipe provides many advantages over other piping materials for potable water systems.

Corrosion Resistance: PVC pipe is immune to nearly all types of internal and external corrosion. Since PVC is a non-conductor, it is not affected by electrolysis. Nor is it susceptible to attack from alkaline or acidic soil. Because it never corrodes, there is no need for cathodic protection.

Strength: A 2-to-1 safety factor is applied to the long-term pressure capacity of the IPS water pipe. Assuming proper design, our pipe will provide trouble-free service for decades. Flexibility: Strong and flexible, our pipe bends without breaking often reducing the need for costly fittings or thrust blocking.

Economical Installation and Operation: Its light weight usually eliminates the need for expensive installation equipment. Since it cuts easily, appurtenance installation or field repair can be performed quickly, reducing water-service
interruptions.

Hydraulics: With a Hazen-Williams coefficient of C=150, PVC pipe puts less burden on pumps because there is less friction between moving water and pipe walls. We offer a variety of PVC pipe with Iron Pipe Size (IPS) outside diameters suitable for
waterworks applications.

Product Types: SDR 26 pipe with a pressure rating of 160 psi and SDR 21 pipe with a pressure rating of 200 psi conform to ASTM D 2241 and come in 1 1 .2 inch through 12 inch diameters. Schedule 40 IPS meets ASTM D 1785 and is provided in 1 .2 inch through 12 inch.

Joints: We offer two types of joining systems: Intergral-bell gasketed joints (See Figure 1) and solvent-weld joints.

Standard Specifications:
PVC Material . ASTM D 1784 Cell Class 12454.
Elastometric Seal (gasket) . ASTM F 477
Pipe: ASTM D 2241 (SDR 26 and SDR 21)
ASTM D 1785 (Schedule 40)

Certification: Underwriter Laboratories, Inc. certifies to ANSI/NSF Standard 61 for potability and also tests applicable products to the requirements of the Uniform Plumbing Code.