HDPE Pipe

What is the HDPE pipe?

HDPE Pipes are ergonomic plastic pipes that transfer items in various sectors, like water, electrical, irrigation, sewer, and air mains. They are ideal for delivering compressed gases and liquids like wastewater/chemicals, slurries, etc.

HDPE pipes are made from a flexible thermoplastic, so they are perfect for replacing damaged steel or concrete pipelines. These pipes are not only impermeable but also have unmatched tensile strength for durability. Furthermore, HDPE pipes are cost-effective, corrosion-resistant, and lightweight.

Unlike in the previous decades, more companies are today opting for HDPE pipe fittings for their affordability and efficiency. Users recognize the environmentally friendly nature of HDPE pipes, hence, their application as a green solution. You can rely on HDPE pipes to significantly minimize your carbon footprint.

How many types of HDPE pipes are there?

HDPE pipes vary depending on the item the piping system is transferring and density. HDPE pipe sizes also vary in thickness, diameter, and length. The common types are HDPE 80 and HDPE 100.

HDPE 80 pipes transport gas raw materials, while HDPE 100 transfers liquid items like oil and water.

HDPE 100 pipes come with a higher density for robustness and thinner, rigid walls that offer operation stability. Since HDPE 100 pipes come with a higher strength ratio over HDPE 80, they are capable of working under high operating temperatures. HDPE 100 pipes are also resistant to sunlight, therefore, their durability is unmatched.

Is the HDPE pipe safe for drinking water?

HDPE pipes are ideal for transferring drinking water as they protect water quality by being corrosion resistant and leak-free. HDPE pipe manufacturers use pressure-rated polyethylene material to make superior products.

HDPE pipes also have an NSF approval to use for portable water, hence, their application in the public drinking water services. Various US-companies trust HDPE pipes so much that they use HDPE-jars for storing and transporting milk.

Strong and durable:

HDPE pipes are strong, durable and can withstand high pressures.

Light weight and high flexibility:

HDPE pipes are light weight and have high flexibility which is suitable for installation.

Chemical resistant:

HDPE is chemical resistant and is commonly used in many applications such as potable water supply pipes, drainage and sewerage pipes, electrical conduits, mining pipes and many more.

Environmental stress crack resistant:

HDPE pipes are suitable for installation in extreme environmental conditions with operating temperature of -40°C to 80°C.

Ultraviolet (UV ) resistant:

HDPE pipe can withstand UV rays and is suitable for outdoor and above ground installations.

Properties of HDPE Pipe:

① High pressure resistant pipes are preferred in many infrastructure areas.

② Polyethylene pipes have high elasticity properties.

③ They are very resistant to chemical substances.

④ They have very strong structures thanks to the raw materials they are produced from.

⑤ Thanks to their very strong structure, breaking, cracking, etc. against danger from any external force. does not. Therefore, it is often preferred in infrastructure areas.

⑥ The pipes used in the transportation of groundwater are highly guaranteed in terms of health as they do not have the risk of chemical leakage.

⑦ They provide convenience in assembly due to the advantage of being easy to stretch.

⑧ They are not affected by possible underground movements.

Usage areas of HDPE pipe:

① Transport of water from underground

② Transport of drinking water to the ground

③ Agricultural irrigation systems

④ In pharmaceutical and chemical industry

⑤ Waste water systems

⑥ Submarine crossing lines

⑦ Food industry