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uPVC Plumbing Pipes

Sagar Strong'N'Safe uPVC pluming system is a metal free piping system for potable water, introduced by Sagar for the first time in India in 2008. This system is used for cold water application and the maximum service temperature is 60°c. In earlier days, PVC pipes with threads were used in these applications and it caused joint leakage, provided less hydraulic strength due to threads, and the overall installation was more complicated. Sagar Strong'N'Safe pipes and fittings are solvent weld joint system that imparts double pressure bearing capacity than conventional PVC threaded pipes.

  • Features
  • Applications
  • Benefits
  • Product Range
  • Technical Details

Feature & Benefits

The key properties of SAGAR high pressure Lead Free Plumbing System are significant with following features:

Strong And Light Weight:

SAGAR Lead Free Plumbing System is tough, durable with high tensile and impact strength. The system is light in weight and can be transported easily from one place to another.

Easy To Install:

SAGAR Lead Free pipes can be cut, shaped, welded and jointed easily.

Fire Resistant:

SAGAR Lead Free Plumbing System is inherently difficult to ignite and stops burning once the source of heat is removed. Compared to its common plastic alternatives PVC performs better in terms of lower combustibility, flammability, flame propagation and heat release. Newly developed advantages in terms of lower acid emissions, smoke generation and enhanced fire resistance.

UV Stabilized:

SAGAR Lead Free Plumbing System can be used in sunlight exposed conditions. However, SAGAR recommends a standard grade of exterior latex paint (water base) which will protect the system adequately.

Simple And Leak Proof Joints:

Jointing can be done speedily with special IPS solvent cement supplied by the company which ensures 100% leak proof joints.

Safe Material For Drinking Water:

SAGAR pipes are non-toxic and lead free which makes them a safe material for potable water. It is also the world's most researched and thoroughly tested material for PVC which meets all international standards for safety and health for both the products and applications.

Maximum Flow Rate:

Smooth inner surface ensures high flow rate and low friction losses. The system is leach and scale free.

Good Insulator:

PVC does not conduct electricity. SAGAR pipes are non conductor of electricity so it make the plumbing system safe when working with electrical tools or equipments.

Chemical Resistance:

uPVC is generally inert to most mineral acids, bases, salts and paraffinic hydrocarbon solutions. For more information on uPVC chemical resistance refer to Chemical Resistance of Rigid Vinyls Based.

Wide Range:

SAGAR Lead Free Plumbing System available from ½" (15 mm) to 12" (300 mm) with wide range of fittings, transition fittings, valves and specially designed brass inserted fittings to suit any design criteria.

Applications:

  • Building Construction
  • Sanitary Application
  • Portable Water Supply
  • Industrial Application

SAGAR uPVC Plumbing Pipes Temperature Pressure De-Rating Factor :

The operating pressure of uPVC pipe will be reduced as the operating temperature increases above 23°C (73° F). To calculate this reduction, multiply the operating pressure with the correction factors shown below at a operating temperature of system :

Operating Temp. °C(F 23°(73) 27°(80) 32°(90) 38°(100) 43°(110) 49°(120) 54°(130) 60°(140)
uPVC 100% 90% 75% 62% 50% 40% 30% 22%

Note:

  • Valves, Unions and Specialty Products have different elevated temperature ratings than pipes.
  • Threaded valves should not be used at temperature above 110°F (43° C) for PVC.
  • Flanged joints have a base pressure rating of 150 PSI at 23° C.

Benefits:

Pre-COS

Our product made from PVC, CPVC, PE & PPR raw materials which differ as follows from many of the pipes, hoses and fittings commercially available.

  • Higher mechanical stability.
  • Improved chemical stability.
  • Higher softening points.
  • Greater residual strength at high temperatures.
  • Higher compression strength.
  • Greater safety due to material stability.
  • Environment stress crack, corrosion, frost, kink & rot resistant.
Interior smoothness

Our product has outstanding interior smoothness and is thus optimized for flow. They have following advantages:

  • Very high delivery rate.
  • Low pressure loss.
  • Reduction of blower power requirements.
  • Lower operating costs.
Crush-Proof

Our pipes & hoses with this symbol are specially designed for workshop use and laying on the floors. They are able to resist crushing to some extent of entirely when driven over or stepped on. Please refer to the relevant product description for more details.

Hygienic

The pipes & fittings being free from corrosion & negative biological effect, taste & odor nature, it does not change the water quality.

Hygienic

The pipes & fittings being free from corrosion & negative biological effect, taste & odor nature, it does not change the water quality.

Shock Proof

The pipe is non conductor of heat & electricity hence, they have following advantages:

  • Reduce heat loss.
  • No insulation required.
Quick assembly & maintenance free

The pipes, hoses & fittings are light in weight which results in extensive saving of time and laboring being Abrasion/Chemical resistance, free from rusting, pitting or scaling and maintenance-free.

Strong & Stiff

The pipes are specially designed for desire application which meets the required results as follows:

  • Superior strength with stiffness.
  • Flexible Compared to strength & stiffness.
Ultraviolet Resistance

The pipes, hoses & fittings are furnished with extra benefits of UV stabilizers. They have the following advantages:

  • Resists direct connection of UV rays to internal transporting material.
  • No discoloring of pipe in external atmosphere.
Chemical Resistance

The pipes & hoses have special characteristics which offers excellent resistance to great number of chemical like strong mineral acids, bases, & toxic chemicals.

uPVC Fittings, Valves & Adhesives

Elbow
Tee
Coupler
M.T.A
F.T.A
Ball Valve
Reducer Tee
Reducer Elbow
Brass Elbow
Brass Tee
Brass M.T.A.
Brass F.T.A.
Union
Reducer Socket
Reducer Bush
Tank Nipple
End Cap
Elbow 45
Cross Tee
Heavy Duty Solvent Cement

SAGAR®uPVC Plumbing Pipes as Per ASTM D-1785 Technical Specifications :

Nominal Size Sch 40-80 Avg. OD Sch 40-80 Min. Wall Thickness Max. Work Pressure at 23°C PSI Max. Work Pressure at 23°C kg/cm²
Sch 40 Sch 80
(inch) (mm) (inch) (mm) (inch) (mm) (inch) (mm) Scg 40 Sch 80 Sch 40 Sch 80
½ 15 0.840 21.34 0.109 2.77 0.147 3.73 600 850 42.19 59.76
3/4 20 1.050 26.67 0.113 2.87 0.154 3.91 480 690 33.75 48.51
1 25 1.315 33.40 0.133 3.38 0.179 4.55 450 630 31.64 44.29
32 1.660 42.16 0.140 3.56 0.191 4.85 370 520 26.01 36.56
40 1.900 48.26 0.145 3.68 0.200 5.08 330 470 23.20 33.04
2 50 2.375 60.32 0.154 3.91 0.218 5.54 280 400 19.69 28.12
65 2.875 73.02 0.203 5.16 0.276 7.01 300 420 21.09 29.53
3 80 3.500 88.90 0.216 5.49 0.300 7.62 260 370 18.28 26.01
4 100 4.500 114.30 0.237 6.02 0.337 8.56 220 320 15.47 22.50
6 150 6.625 168.28 0.280 7.11 0.432 10.97 180 280 12.66 19.69
8 200 8.625 219.08 0.322 8.18 0.500 12.70 160 250 11.25 17.57
10 250 10.750 273.05 0.365 9.27 0.593 15.06 140 230 9.84 16.17
12 300 12.750 323.85 0.406 10.31 0.687 17.45 130 230 9.14 16.17
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Mpa = Mega Pascal 1Mpa=10kg/cm² 1kg/cm²=14.223343PSI.

Note

  • Non Standard wall thickness, length and color can also be offered If desired
  • Pipes can also be offered as per DIN 8062, ISO 4422-2, BS 3505/6

SAGAR® uPVC Plumbing Pipes Temperature Pressure De-Rating Factor:

The operating pressure of uPVC pipe will be reduced as the operating temperature increases above 23°C (73° F).To calculate this reduction, multiply the operating pressure with the correction factors shown below at a operating temperature of system:

Operating Temp. °C(F) 23°(73) 27°(80) 32°(90) 38°(100) 43°(110) 49°(120) 54°(130) 60°(140)
uPVC 100% 90% 75% 62% 50% 40% 30% 22%

Physical Properties of PVC Materials

Property Units PVC ASTM No.
Specific Gravity g/cc 1.41 -1.46 D 792
Tensile Strength (73°F) PSI 7,200 D 638
Modulus of Elasticity in Tension (73°F) PSI 4,60,000 D 638
Flexural Strength (73°F) PSI 13,200 D 790
Izod Impact (notched at 73°F) ft lb/in 0.65 D 256
Hardness (Durometer D) --- 80±3 D 2240
Hardness (Rockwell R) --- 110-120 D 785
Compressive Strength (73°F) PSI 9,000 D 695
Hydrostatic Design Stress PSI 2,000 D 1598
Coefficient of Linear Expansion in/in/°F 3.1X10-5 D 696
Heat Deflection Temperature at 66psi degrees °F 165 D 648
Coefficient of Thermal Conductivity BTU/hr/sq.ft/°F/in 1.2 D 177
Specific Heat BTU/F/lb 0.25 D 2766
Limiting Oxygen Index % 43 D 2863
Water Absorption (24hrs at 73°F) % weight gain 0.05 D 570
Cell Classification-Pipe --- 12454-B D 1784
Cell Classification-Fittings --- 12454-B D 1784

Joint Curing

Recommended Initial Set Times
TEMP.
RANGE (°C)
Pipe Sizes
½" to 1¼"
15 to 32mm
Pipe Sizes
½" to 3"
40 to 80mm
Pipe Sizes
4" to 3"
100 to 200mm
Pipe Sizes
10" to 12"
250 to 300mm
15.5°C - 37.7°C 15min. 30min. 1hrs. 2hrs.
4.4°C - 15.5°C 1hrs. 2hrs. 4hrs. 8hrs.
Recommended Initial Cure Times
15.5°C - 37.7°C 6hrs. 12hrs. 24hrs. 48hrs.
4.4°C - 15.5°C 12hrs. 24hrs. 48hrs. 96hrs.

Technical Specifications of Fittings

Size (Inch) Thickness
' t '
(Min.)
Socket Length
'S/L'
(Min.)
Socket
I.D.
'Ø '
Thread (TPI)
Min. Max.
½ 0.109 0.688 0.832 0.852 14
3/4 0.113 0.719 1.042 1.062 14
1 0.133 0.875 1.305 1.330 11
0.140 0.938 1.650 1.675 11
0.145 1.094 1.888 1.918 11
2 0.154 1.156 2.363 2.393 11
0.203 1.750 2.861 2.896 11
3 0.216 1.875 3.484 3.524 11
4 0.237 2.000 4.482 4.527 11
6 0.280 3.000 6.603 6.658 11

Note

  • All Dimensions are in inch
  • 1 inch = 25.4 mm
  • Please contact at your nearest place for available size for particular type of fitting.

uPVC Fittings Specifications

SAGER® uPVC Plumbing Fittings Technical Specifications:

Size (Inch) Thickness
' t '
(Min.)
Thickness
' t1 '
(Min.)
Thickness
' t2 '
(Min.)
Socket Length
'S/L'
(Min.)
Socket Length
'S/L1'
(Min.)
Socket
I.D.
'Ø '
Socket
I.D.
1 '
R. Bushing
O.D.
2 '
Min. Max. Min. Max. Min. Max.
¾ x ½ 0.113 0.109 0.136 0.719 0.688 1.042 1.062 0.832 0.852 1.046 1.057
1 x ½ 0.133 0.109 0.136 0.875 0.688 1.305 1.330 0.832 0.852 1.310 1.323
1 x ¾ 0.133 0.113 0.141 0.875 0.719 1.305 1.330 1.042 1.062 1.310 1.323
1¼ x ½ 0.140 0.109 0.136 0.938 0.688 1.650 1.675 0.832 0.852 1.655 1.668
1¼ x ¾ 0.140 0.133 0.141 0.938 0.719 1.650 1.675 1.042 1.062 1.655 1.668
1¼ x 1 0.140 0.133 0.166 0.938 0.875 1.650 1.675 1.305 1.330 1.655 1.668
1½ x ½ 0.145 0.109 0.136 1.094 0.688 1.888 1.918 0.832 0.852 1.894 1.910
1½ x ¾ 0.145 0.113 0.141 1.094 0.719 1.888 1.918 1.042 1.062 1.894 1.910
1½ x 1 0.145 0.133 0.166 1.094 0.875 1.888 1.918 1.305 1.330 1.894 1.910
1½ x 1¼ 0.145 0.140 0.175 1.094 0.938 1.888 1.918 1.650 1.675 1.894 1.910
2 x ½ 0.154 0.109 0.136 1.156 0.688 2.363 2.393 0.832 0.852 2.369 2.385
2 x ¾ 0.154 0.113 0.141 1.156 0.719 2.363 2.393 1.042 1.062 2.369 2.385
2 x 1 0.154 0.133 0.166 1.156 0.875 2.363 2.393 1.305 1.330 2.369 2.385
2 x 1¼ 0.154 0.140 0.175 1.156 0.938 2.363 2.393 1.650 1.675 2.369 2.385
2 x 1½ 0.154 0.145 0.181 1.156 1.094 2.363 2.393 1.888 1.918 2.369 2.385
2½ x 2 0.203 0.154 0.193 1.750 1.156 2.861 2.896 2.363 2.393 2.868 2.887
3 x 1½ 0.216 0.145 0.181 1.875 1.094 3.484 3.524 1.888 1.918 3.492 3.513
3 x 2 0.216 0.154 0.193 1.875 1.156 3.484 3.524 2.363 2.393 3.492 3.513
3 x 2½ 0.216 0.203 0.254 1.875 1.750 3.484 3.524 2.861 2.896 3.492 3.513
4 x 2 0.237 0.154 0.193 2.000 1.156 4.482 4.527 2.363 2.393 4.491 4.515
4 x 2½ 0.237 0.203 0.254 2.000 1.750 4.482 4.527 2.861 2.896 4.491 4.515
4 x 3 0.237 0.216 0.270 2.000 1.875 4.482 4.527 3.484 3.524 4.491 4.515
6 x 3 0.280 0.216 0.270 3.000 1.875 6.603 6.658 3.484 3.524 6.614 6.643
6 x 4 0.280 0.237 0.296 3.000 2.000 6.603 6.658 4.482 4.527 6.614 6.643

Note

  • All Dimensions are in inch.
  • 1 inch = 25.4 mm
  • Please contact at your nearest place for available size for particular type of fitting.

uPVC Fittings Pressure Rating

SAGER® uPVC Plumbing Fittings Pressure Rating @ 73°F (23°C) Schedule 40 & Schedule 80:

  Schedule 40 (kg/cm²) Schedule 80 (kg/cm²)
Nominal Size Sch 40-80 Pipe¹ Solvent Cemented
Joint
Standard Threaded
Joint
Pipe¹ Solvent Cemented
Joint
Standard Threaded
Joint
½ 15 42.19 25.31 21.09 59.76 35.85 29.88
3/4 20 33.75 20.24 16.87 48.51 29.10 24.25
1 25 31.64 18.98 15.81 44.29 26.57 22.14
32 26.01 15.60 13.00 36.56 21.93 17.27
40 23.20 13.92 11.60 33.04 19.82 16.52
2 50 19.69 11.81 9.84 28.12 16.87 14.06
65 21.09 12.65 10.54 29.53 17.71 14.76
3 80 18.28 10.96 9.13 26.01 15.60 13.00
4 100 15.47 9.28 7.73 22.50 13.49 11.24
6 150 12.66 7.59 6.32 19.69 11.81 9.84
8 200 11.25 6.74 5.62 17.57 10.54 8.78
10 250 9.84 5.90 4.92 16.17 9.70 8.08
12 300 9.14 5.48 4.56 16.17 9.70 8.08

Mpa = Mega Pascal 1Mpa=10kg/cm² 1kg/cm²=14.223343PSI.

  • 1. Water pressure Rating at 73 F (23 C) for Schedule 40 and Schedule 80 Plastic Pipe, ASTM 1785 for PVC
  • 2. Threading of Schedule 40 plastic pipe is not permitted. Recommended pressures apply to molded fittings only

uPVC Fittings ANSI & BSP Standard

American National Standard Taper Pipe Threads (NPT) ANSI Standard B1.20.1 ASTM Standard F 1498

Nominal Size Threads per
in.
Effective Thread
Lenght (L)
Pitch of Thread
(P)
(mm) (inch)
15 ½ 14 0.5337 0.07143
20 3/4 14 0.5457 0.07143
25 1 11½ 0.6828 0.08696
32 11½ 0.7068 0.08696
40 11½ 0.7235 0.08696
50 2 11½ 0.7565 0.08696
65 8 1.1375 0.12500
80 3 8 1.2000 0.12500
100 4 8 1.3000 0.12500

BSP ISO 7/1 Parellel Threads

Nominal Size Threads per
in.
Effective Thread
Length (L)
Pitch of Thread
(P)
(mm) (inch)
15 ½ 14 13.152 1.8143
20 3/4 14 14.514 1.8143
25 1 11 16.714 2.3091
32 11 19.050 2.3091
40 11 19.050 2.3091
50 2 11 23.378 2.3091
65 11 26.698 2.3091
80 3 11 29.873 2.3091
100 4 11 35.791 2.3091

Support Spacing for uPVC Pipe

Adequate supports for any piping system is a matter of great importance. In practice, support spacings are a function of pipe size operating temperatures, the location of heavy valves or fittings and the mechanical properties of the pipe material.

To ensure the satisfactory operation of a uPVC piping system, the location and type of hangers should be carefully considered. Hangers should not compress, distort, cut or abrade the piping.

All piping should be supported with an approved hanger at intervals sufficiently close to maintain correct pipe alignment and to prevent sagging or geade reversal. Pipe should also be supported at all branch ends and at all changes of direction. Support trap arms as close as possible to the trap. In keeping with good plumbing practices support and brace all closet bends and fasten closet flanges.

  • (1) Concentrated loads should be supported directly so as to eliminate high stress concentrations. Should this be impractical then the pipe must be supported immediately adjacent to the load.
  • (2) In systems where large fluctuations in temperature occur, allowances must be made for expansion and contraction of the piping system. Since changes in direction in the system are usually sufficient to allow for expansion and contraction hangers must be placed so as not to restrict this movement.
  • (3) Since plastic pipe expands or contracts approximately five times greater than those of steel, hangers should not restrict this movement
  • (4) Hangers should provide as much bearing surface as possible. To prevent damage to the pipe, file smooth any sharp edges or burrs on the hangers or supports.
  • (5) Support spacing for horizontal piping systems is determined by the maximum operating temperature the system will encounter. The piping should be supported on uniform centers with supports that do not restrict the axial movement.
  • (6) For vertical lines, it is recommended that an engineer should design the vertical supports according to the vertical load involved.

Recommended Support Spacing Scheule 40 & Scheule 80 (in feet)

Nominal Size Sch 40-80 Temperature (°C) Scheule 40 Temperature (°C) Scheule 80
(inch) (mm) 15.5 26.6 37.7 48.8 60 15.5 26.6 37.7 48.8 60
½ 15 4 5 3
3/4 20 5 4 5 3
1 25 5 3 6 5 3
32 5 3 3 6 6 3
40 6 5 3 6
2 50 6 5 3 7 6 4
65 6 4 3 4
3 80 7 7 6 4 8 7 4
4 100 7 4 9 5
6 150 8 5 10
8 200 9 5 11 10 6
10 250 10½ 9 12½ 11 10½ 8 7
12 300 12 10½ 7 6 13 12 10½

Underground Installation

uPVC pipes and fittings can be installed underground, Since these piping systems are flexible systems, proper attention should be given to burial conditions. The stiffness of the piping system is affected by sidewall support, soil compaction, and the condition of the trench, Trench bottoms should be smooth and regular in either undisturbed soil or a layer of compacted backfill. Pipe must lie evenly on this surface throughout the entire length of its barrel, Excavation, bedding and backfill should be in accordance with the provision of the local Plumbing Code having jurisdiction.

Trenching

The following trenching and burial procedures should be used to protect the piping system.

  • 1 The trench should be excavated to ensure the sides will be stable under all working conditions. The Trench should be wide enough to provide adequate room for the following:
  • A Jointing the pipe in the trench
  • B Snaking the pipe from side or side to compensate for expansion and contraction.
  • C Filling and compacting the side fills.
  • The space between the pipe and trench wall must be wider than the compaction of the backfill. Minimum width shall not be less than the greater of either the pipe outside diameter plus 16 inches or the pipe outside diameter times 1.25 pius 12 inches. Trench width may be different if approved by the design engineer
  • The space between the pipe and trench wall must be wider than the compaction of the backfill. Minimum width shall not be less than the greater of either the pipe outside diameter plus 16 inches or the pipe outside diameter times 1.25 pius 12 inches. Trench width may be different if approved by the design engineer
  • 2 The trench bottom should be smooth, free of rocks and debris, continuous, and provide uniform support. If ledge roce, hardpan or large boulders are encountered, the trench bottom should be padded with bedding of compacted granular material to a thickness of at least 4 inches. Foundation bedding shuold be installed as required by the enginner.
  • 3 Trench depth is determine by the pipe's service requirements. Plastic pipe should always be installed at least below the frost level. The minimum cover for lines subject to heavy overhead traffic is 24 inches.
  • 4 A smooth, trench bottom is necessary to support the pipe over its entire lengh on firm stable material. Blocking should be used charge pipe grade or to intermittently support pipe over low section in the trench.

Bedding and Backfilling

  • 1. Even though sub-soil conditions vary widely from place to place, the pipe backfill should be stable and provide protection for the pipe.
  • 2. The pipe should be surrounded with a granular material which is easily worked around the sides of the pipe Backfilling should be performed in layer of 6 inch with each layer being sufficiently compacted to 85% to 95% compaction.
  • 3. A mechanical tamper is recommended for compacting sand and gravel backfill which contain a significant proportion of fine grained material, such as silt and clay. If a tamper is not available, compacting should be done by hand.
  • 4. The trench should be completely filled. The back fill should be placed and spread in fairly uniform layers to prevent any unfilled spaces or voids. Large rocks, stones, frozen clods, or other large debris should be removed. Heavy tampers or rolling equipment should only be used to consolidate only the final backfill.

Expansion and Contraction of uPVC Pipe

uPVC pipes, like other piping materials, undergo length changes as a result of temperature variations above and below the installation temperature. They expand and contract 4.5 to 5 times more than steel or iron pipe. The extent of the expansion - contraction depends upon the coefficient of linear expansion of piping material. The length of pipe between directional changes, and the temperature differential.

The coefficient of thermal expansion (Y) for uPVC is 3.1 x 10°in/in/°F

The amount of expansion or contraction can be calculated using the following formula:

ΔL = Y (T1-T2) x L ( - t2)

  • ΔL = Dimensional change due to thermal expansion or contraction (inch)
  • Y = Expansion coefficient ( in./in.°F)
  • T1 - T2 =Temperature differential between the installation Temperature and the maximum or minimum system
  • tempereture, whichever provides the greatest differential (°F)
  • L = Length of pipe run between changes in direction (feet)
  • ΔL = Dimensional change due to thermal expansion or contraction (inch)
  • Y = Expansion coefficient ( in./in.°F) T1 - T2 = Temperature differential between the installation tempereture and the maximum or minimum system tempereture, whichever provides the greatest differential (°F)
  • L = Length of pipe run between changes in direction (feet)

There are several ways to compensate for expansion and contraction. The most common methods are:

  • 1. Expansion loops which consist of pipe and 90° elbows
  • 2. Piston type expansion joints*
  • 3. Flexible bends*
  • 4. Bellows and rubber expansion joints*

* The manufacturers of these devices should be contacted to determine the suitability of their products for the specific application.

Expansion loops are a simple and convenient way to compensate for expansion and contraction when there is sufficient space for the loop in the piping system. A typical expansion loop design is

The length of leg "R" can be determined by using the following formula to ensure that it is long enough to absorb the expansion and contraction movement without damage. The length of leg "A" should be 1/2 the length of leg "R"

  • R = 1.44 D Δ L
  • R = Expansion loop leg lengh(feet)
  • D = Normal outside diameter of pipe (in.)
    (see table below)
  • ΔL = Dimensional change due to thermal expansion or contraction (inch)

When installing the expansion loop, no rigid or restraining supports should be placed within the leg lengths of the loop. The loop should be installed as closely as possible to the mid-point between anchors. Piping support guides should restrict lateral movement and direct axial movement into the loop. Lastly, the pipe and fittings should be solvent cemented together, rather than using threaded connections.

Compensation for expansion and contraction in underground application is normally achieved by snaking the pipe in the trench. Proper trenching and burial procedures must be followed to protect the piping system.

The table below shows recommended offsets and loop lengths for piping up to 2½" nominal siz

Loop Length
in Feet
Max. Temp. Variation °F, Between Installation and Final Operation
10° 20° 30° 40° 50° 60° 70° 80° 90° 100°
Loop Offset in Inch
20 3.0 3.5 4.5 5.0 6.0 6.5 7.0 7.0 8.0 8.0
50 7.0 9.0 11.0 13.0 14.0 15.5 17.0 18.0 19.0 20.0
100 13.0 18.0 22.0 26.0 29.0 31.5 35.0 37.0 40.0 42.0

Handaling & Storage

Handling

The pipe should be handled with reasonable care. Because thermoplastic pipe is much lighter in weight than metal pipe. There is sometimes a tendency to throw it around. This should be avoided.

The pipe should never be dragged or pushed from a truck bed. Pallets for pipe should be removed with a fork lift. Loose pipe can be rolled down timbers, as long as the pieces do not fall on each other or on any hard or uneven surface. In all cases, severe contact with any sharp objects (rocks, angle irons, forks on forklifts, etc.) should be avoided.

Storage

If possible, pipe should be stored inside. When this is not possible, the pipe should be stored on level ground which is dry and free from sharp objects. If different schedules of pipes are stacked together, the pipe with the thickest walls should be at the bottom.

The pipe should be protected from the sun and be in an area with proper ventilation. This will lessen the effects of ultraviolet rays and help prevent heat built-up.

If the pipe is stored in racks, it should be continuously supported along its length. If this is not possible, the spacing of the supports should not exceed three feet (3’).

When storage temperatures are below 0°C (32°F), extra care should be taken when handling the pipe. This will help prevent any problems which could be caused by the slightly lower impact strength of uPVC pipe at temperature below freezing.

Not for Use With Compressed Air or Gases

SAGAR® DOES NOT RECOMMEND the use of thermoplastic piping products for systems to transport or store compressed air or gases, or the testing of ®thermoplastic piping systems with compressed air or gases in above as well as below ground locations, The use of SAGAR product in compressed air or gas systems automatically void any warranty for such products and its use against our recommendation is entirely the responsibility and liability of the installer.

WARNING: Do Not Use Compressed Air Or Gas To Test Any Pvc Thermoplastic Piping Product Or System, And Do Not Use Devices Propelled By Compressed Air Or Gas To Clear Systems. These Practices May Result In Explosive Fragmentation Of System Piping Components Causing

uPVC Pipes & Fittings Joining Instructions

Cut Pipe

  • Cut pipe square. As joints are sealed at the base of the fitting socket. An angled cut may result in joint failure.
  • Acceptable tools include miter saw, mechanical cut off saw or wheel cutter. Wheel type cutters must employ a blade designed for plastics.

Remove Burr & Bevel

  • Remove all burr from inside and outside of pipe with a knife-edge, file or deburring tool. Chamfe (bevel) the end of the pipe 10 - 15
    CLEAN
  • Remove surface dirt, grease or moisture with a clean dry cloth.

Dry Fit

  • With light pressure, pipe should go one third to one half of the way into the fitting socket. Pipes and Fittings that are too tight or too loose should not be used.

Applicator

  • Use an applicator that is one half the pipe diameter.
  • Too large an applicator will force excessive cement in to the inside of small diameter fittings. Too small an applicator will not apply sufficient cement to large diameter systems.

Cement

  • Apply a full even layer of cement to the outside of a pipe and medium layer of cement to the inside of a fitting.

Join Pipe And Fittings

  • Assemble pipe and fitting socket till it contacts socket bottom. Give pipe a quarter turn. Hold pipe and fitting together until the pipe does not back out.
  • Remove excessive cement from the exterior. A properly made joint will show a continuous bead of cement around the perimeter.

Carrying Capacity and Friction Loss for Schedule 40 Thermoplastic Pipe

Carrying Capacity and Friction Loss for Schedule 40 Thermoplastic Pipe
(Independent variables : Gallons per minute and nominal pipe size O.D. Dependent variables : Velocity, Friction head and pressure drop per 100 feet of pipe, interior smooth)

Gallons Per Minute Velocity Feet Per Second Friction Head Feet Friction Loss Pounds / Sq. Inch Velocity Feet Per Second Friction Head Feet Friction Loss Pounds / Sq. Inch Velocity Feet Per Second Friction Head Feet Friction Loss Pounds / Sq. Inch Velocity Feet Per Second Friction Head Feet Friction Loss Pounds / Sq. Inch Velocity Feet Per Second Friction Head Feet Friction Loss Pounds / Sq. Inch Velocity Feet Per Second Friction Head Feet Friction Loss Pounds / Sq. Inch Velocity Feet Per Second Friction Head Feet Friction Loss Pounds / Sq. Inch Velocity Feet Per Second Friction Head Feet Friction Loss Pounds / Sq. Inch
  1½ in. ¾ in. 1 in. 1 ¼ 1½ in. 2 in. 2½ in. 3 in.
1 1.13 2.08 0.90 0.63 0.51 0.22                    
2 1.26 4.16 1.80 1.26 1.02 0.44 0.77 0.55 0.24 0.44 0.14 0.06      
5 5.64 23.44 10.15 3.16 5.73 2.48 1.93 1.72 0.75 1.11 0.44 0.19 0.33 0.07 0.03
7 7.90 43.06 18.64 4.43 10.52 4.56 2.72 3.17 1.37 1.55 0.81 0.35 0.81 0.22 0.09 0.49 0.066 0.029 0.30 0.038 0.016 0.22 0.015 0.007
10 11.28 82.02 35.51 6.32 20.04 8.68 3.86 6.02 2.61 2.21 1.55 0.67 1.13 0.38 0.17 0.69 0.11 0.048 0.49 0.051 0.023 0.31 0.021 0.009
15   4 in.   9.48 42.46 18.39 5.79 12.77 5.53 3.31 3.28 1.42 1.62 0.72 0.31 0.98 0.21 0.091 0.68 0.09 0.039 0.44 0.03 0.013
20 0.51 0.03 0.013 12.65 72.34 31.32 7.72 21.75 9.42 4.42 5.59 2.42 2.42 1.53 0.66 1.46 0.45 0.19 1.03 0.19 0.082 0.66 0.07 0.030
25 0.64 0.04 0.017   5 in.   9.65 32.88 14.22 5.52 8.45 3.66 3.23 2.61 1.13 1.95 0.76 0.33 1.37 0.32 0.14 0.88 0.11 0.048
30 0.77 0.06 0.026 0.49 0.02 0.009 11.58 46.08 19.95 6.63 11.85 5.13 4.04 3.95 1.71 2.44 1.15 0.50 1.71 0.49 0.21 1.10 0.17 0.074
35 0.89 0.08 0.035 0.57 0.03 0.013       7.73 15.76 6.82 4.85 5.53 2.39 2.93 1.62 0.70 2.05 0.68 0.29 1.33 0.23 0.10
40 1.02 0.11 0.048 0.65 0.03 0.013       8.84 20.18 8.74 5.66 7.36 3.19 3.41 2.15 0.93 2.39 0.91 0.39 1.55 0.31 0.13
45 1.15 0.13 0.056 0.73 0.04 0.017   6 in.   9.94 25.10 10.87 6.47 9.43 4.08 3.90 2.75 1.19 2.73 1.16 0.50 1.77 0.40 0.17
50 1.28 0.16 0.069 0.81 0.05 0.022 0.56 0.02 0.009 11.05 30.51 13.21 7.27 11.73 5.08 4.39 3.43 1.49 3.08 1.44 0.62 1.99 0.50 0.22
60 1.53 0.22 0.095 0.97 0.07 0.030 0.67 0.03 0.013       8.08 14.25 6.17 4.88 4.16 1.80 3.42 1.75 0.76 2.21 0.60 0.26
70 1.79 0.30 0.13 1.14 0.10 0.043 0.79 0.04 0.017       9.70 19.98 8.65 5.85 5.84 2.53 4.10 2.46 1.07 2.65 0.85 0.37
75 1.92 0.34 0.15 1.22 0.11 0.048 0.84 0.05 0.022             6.63 7.76 3.36 4.79 3.27 1.42 3.09 1.13 0.49
80 2.05 0.38 0.16 1.30 0.13 0.056 0.90 0.05 0.022             7.32 8.82 3.82 5.13 3.71 1.61 3.31 1.28 0.55
90 2.30 0.47 0.20 1.46 0.16 0.069 1.01 0.06 0.026             7.80 9.94 4.30 5.47 4.19 1.81 3.53 1.44 0.62
100 2.56 0.58 0.25 1.62 0.19 0.082 1.12 0.08 0.035   8 in.         8.78 12.37 5.36 6.15 5.21 2.26 3.98 1.80 0.78
125 3.20 0.88 0.38 2.03 0.29 0.125 1.41 0.12 0.052 0.65 0.03 0.012       9.75 15.03 6.51 6.84 6.33 2.74 4.42 2.18 0.94
150 3.84 1.22 0.53 2.44 0.40 0.17 1.69 0.16 0.069 0.81 0.035 0.015             8.55 9.58 4.15 5.52 3.31 1.43
175 4.48 1.63 0.71 2.84 0.54 0.235 1.97 0.22 0.096 0.97 0.04 0.017   10 in.         10.26 13.41 5.81 6.63 4.63 2.00
200 5.11 2.08 0.90 3.25 0.69 0.30 2.25 0.28 0.12 1.14 0.055 0.024                   7.73 6.16 2.67
250 6.40 3.15 1.36 4.06 1.05 0.45 2.81 0.43 0.19 1.30 0.07 0.030 1.03 0.035 0.015             8.83 7.88 3.41
300 7.67 4.41 1.91 4.87 1.46 0.63 3.37 0.60 0.26 1.63 0.11 0.048 1.23 0.05 0.022   12 in.         11.04 11.93 5.17
350 8.95 5.87 2.55 5.69 1.95 0.85 3.94 0.79 0.34 1.94 0.16 0.069 1.44 0.065 0.028                  
400 10.23 7.52 3.26 6.50 2.49 1.08 4.49 1.01 0.44 2.27 0.21 0.091 1.64 0.09 0.039 1.16 0.04 0.017            
450       7.31 3.09 1.34 5.06 1.26 0.55 2.59 0.27 0.12 1.85 0.11 0.048 1.30 0.05 0.022            
500       8.12 3.76 1.63 5.62 1.53 0.66 2.92 0.33 0.14 2.05 0.13 0.056 1.45 0.06 0.026            
750             8.43 3.25 1.41 3.24 0.40 0.17 3.08 0.28 0.12 2.17 0.12 0.052            
1000             11.24 5.54 2.40 4.86 0.85 0.37 4.11 0.48 0.21 2.89 0.20 0.087            
1250                   6.48 1.45 0.63 5.14 0.73 0.32 3.62 0.31 0.13            
1500                   8.11 2.20 0.95 6.16 1.01 0.44 4.34 0.43 0.19            
2000                   9.72 3.07 1.33 8.21 1.72 0.74 5.78 0.73 0.32            
2500                         10.27 2.61 1.13 7.23 1.11 0.49            
3000                               8.68 1.55 0.67            
3500                               10.12 2.07 0.90            

Carrying Capacity and Friction Loss for Schedule 80 Thermoplastic Pipe

(Independent variables : Gallons per minute and nominal pipe size O.D. Dependent variables : Velocity, Friction head and pressure drop per 100 feet of pipe, interior smooth)

Gallons Per Minute Velocity Feet Per Second Friction Head Feet Friction Loss Pounds / Sq. Inch Velocity Feet Per Second Friction Head Feet Friction Loss Pounds / Sq. Inch Velocity Feet Per Second Friction Head Feet Friction Loss Pounds / Sq. Inch Velocity Feet Per Second Friction Head Feet Friction Loss Pounds / Sq. Inch Velocity Feet Per Second Friction Head Feet Friction Loss Pounds / Sq. Inch Velocity Feet Per Second Friction Head Feet Friction Loss Pounds / Sq. Inch Velocity Feet Per Second Friction Head Feet Friction Loss Pounds / Sq. Inch Velocity Feet Per Second Friction Head Feet Friction Loss Pounds / Sq. Inch
  1½ in. ¾ in. 1 in. 1 ¼ 1½ in. 2 in. 2½ in. 3 in.
1 1.48 4.02 1.74 0.74 0.86 0.37                    
2 2.95 8.03 3.48 1.57 1.72 0.74 0.94 0.88 0.38 0.52 0.21 0.09      
5 7.39 45.23 19.59 3.92 9.67 4.19 2.34 2.75 1.19 1.30 0.66 0.29 0.38 0.10 0.041
7 10.34 83.07 35.97 5.49 17.76 7.69 3.28 5.04 2.19 1.82 1.21 0.53 0.94 0.30 0.126 0.56 0.10 0.040 0.39 0.05 0.022 0.25 0.02 0.009
10       7.84 33.84 14.65 4.68 9.61 4.16 2.60 2.30 1.00 1.32 0.55 0.24 0.78 0.15 0.065 0.54 0.07 0.032 0.35 0.028 0.012
15   4 in.   11.76 71.70 31.05 7.01 20.36 8.82 3.90 4.87 2.11 1.88 1.04 0.45 1.12 0.29 0.13 0.78 0.12 0.052 0.50 0.04 0.017
20 0.57 0.04 0.017       9.35 34.68 15.02 5.20 8.30 3.59 2.81 2.20 0.95 1.68 0.62 0.27 1.17 0.26 0.11 0.75 0.09 0.039
25 0.72 0.06 0.026   5 in.   11.69 52.43 22.70 6.50 12.55 5.43 3.75 3.75 1.62 2.23 1.06 0.46 1.56 0.44 0.19 1.00 0.15 0.065
30 0.86 0.08 0.035 0.54 0.03 0.013 14.03 73.48 31.82 7.80 17.59 7.62 4.69 5.67 2.46 2.79 1.60 0.69 1.95 0.67 0.29 1.25 0.22 0.095
35 1.00 0.11 0.048 0.63 0.04 0.017       9.10 23.40 10.13 5.63 7.95 3.44 3.35 2.25 0.97 2.34 0.94 0.41 1.49 0.31 0.13
40 1.15 0.14 0.061 0.72 0.04 0.017       10.40 29.97 12.98 6.57 10.58 4.58 3.91 2.99 1.29 2.73 1.25 0.54 1.74 0.42 0.18
45 1.29 0.17 0.074 0.81 0.06 0.026   6 in.   11.70 37.27 16.14 7.50 13.55 5.87 4.47 3.83 1.66 3.12 1.60 0.69 1.99 0.54 0.23
50 1.43 0.21 0.091 0.90 0.07 0.030 0.63 0.03 0.013 13.00 45.30 19.61 8.44 16.85 7.30 5.03 4.76 2.07 3.51 1.99 0.86 2.24 0.67 0.29
60 1.72 0.30 0.13 1.08 0.10 0.043 0.75 0.04 0.017       9.38 20.48 8.87 5.58 5.79 2.51 3.90 2.42 1.05 2.49 0.81 0.35
70 2.01 0.39 0.17 1.26 0.13 0.056 0.88 0.05 0.022       11.26 28.70 12.43 6.70 8.12 3.52 4.68 3.39 1.47 2.99 1.14 0.49
75 2.15 0.45 0.19 1.35 0.14 0.061 0.94 0.06 0.026             7.82 10.80 4.68 5.46 4.51 1.95 3.49 1.51 0.65
80 2.29 0.50 0.22 1.44 0.16 0.069 1.00 0.07 0.030             8.38 12.27 5.31 5.85 5.12 2.22 3.74 1.72 0.74
90 2.58 0.63 0.27 1.62 0.20 0.087 1.13 0.08 0.035             8.93 13.83 5.99 6.24 5.77 2.50 3.99 1.94 0.84
100 2.87 0.76 0.33 1.80 0.24 0.10 1.25 0.10 0.043   8 in.         10.05 17.20 7.45 7.02 7.18 3.11 4.48 2.41 1.04
125 3.59 1.16 0.50 2.25 0.37 0.16 1.57 0.16 0.068 0.90 0.045 0.019       11.17 20.90 9.05 7.80 8.72 3.78 4.98 2.93 1.27
150 4.30 1.61 0.70 2.70 0.52 0.23 1.88 0.22 0.095 1.07 0.05 0.022             9.75 13.21 5.72 6.23 4.43 1.92
175 5.2 2.15 0.93 3.15 0.69 0.30 2.20 0.29 0.12 1.25 0.075 0.033   10 in.         11.70 18.48 8.00 7.47 6.20 2.68
200 5.73 2.75 1.19 3.60 0.88 0.38 2.51 0.37 0.16 1.43 0.09 0.039                   8.72 8.26 3.58
250 7.16 4.16 1.81 4.50 1.34 0.58 3.14 0.56 0.24 1.79 0.14 0.61 1.14 0.045 0.02             9.97 10.57 4.58
300 8.60 5.83 2.52 5.40 1.87 0.81 3.76 0.78 0.34 2.14 0.20 0.087 1.36 0.07 0.03   12 in.         12.46 16.00 6.93
350 10.03 7.76 3.36 6.30 2.49 1.08 4.39 1.04 0.45 2.50 0.27 0.12 1.59 0.085 0.037                  
400 11.47 9.93 4.30 7.19 3.19 1.38 5.02 1.33 0.58 2.86 0.34 0.15 1.81 0.11 0.048 1.28 0.05 0.022            
450       8.09 3.97 1.72 5.64 1.65 0.71 3.21 0.42 0.18 2.04 0.14 0.061 1.44 0.06 0.026            
500       8.99 4.82 2.09 6.27 2.00 0.87 3.57 0.51 0.22 2.27 0.17 0.074 1.60 0.07 0.030            
750             9.40 4.25 1.84 5.36 1.08 0.47 3.40 0.36 0.16 2.40 0.15 0.065            
1000             12.54 7.23 3.13 7.14 1.84 0.80 4.54 0.61 0.26 3.20 0.26 0.11            
1250                   8.93 2.78 1.20 5.67 0.92 0.40 4.01 0.40 0.17            
1500                   10.71 3.98 1.68 6.80 1.29 0.56 4.81 0.55 0.24            
2000                         9.07 2.19 0.95 6.41 0.94 0.41            
2500                         11.34 3.33 1.44 8.01 1.42 0.62            
3000                               9.61 1.99 0.86            
3500                               11.21 2.65 1.15            
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