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    This document provides information about plastic and synthetic pipes for plumbing. It discusses the introduction of plastic pipes in the Philippines in the 1970s and how they have since proven superior to metal pipes for sewer and cold water applications. The document outlines the rigid and flexible types of plastic pipes, listing specific materials like PVC, CPVC, PE and PB. It details advantages of plastic pipes like resistance to rust/corrosion, smooth interior surfaces that prevent buildup, lighter weight, and ease of installation. Recent developments in plastic for hot water lines are also mentioned.

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    This document provides information about plastic and synthetic pipes for plumbing. It discusses the introduction of plastic pipes in the Philippines in the 1970s and how they have since proven superior to metal pipes for sewer and cold water applications. The document outlines the rigid and flexible types of plastic pipes, listing specific materials like PVC, CPVC, PE and PB. It details advantages of plastic pipes like resistance to rust/corrosion, smooth interior surfaces that prevent buildup, lighter weight, and ease of installation. Recent developments in plastic for hot water lines are also mentioned.

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    This document provides information about plastic and synthetic pipes for plumbing. It discusses the introduction of plastic pipes in the Philippines in the 1970s and how they have since proven superior to metal pipes for sewer and cold water applications. The document outlines the rigid and flexible types of plastic pipes, listing specific materials like PVC, CPVC, PE and PB. It details advantages of plastic pipes like resistance to rust/corrosion, smooth interior surfaces that prevent buildup, lighter weight, and ease of installation. Recent developments in plastic for hot water lines are also mentioned.

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    This document provides information about plastic and synthetic pipes for plumbing. It discusses the introduction of plastic pipes in the Philippines in the 1970s and how they have since proven superior to metal pipes for sewer and cold water applications. The document outlines the rigid and flexible types of plastic pipes, listing specific materials like PVC, CPVC, PE and PB. It details advantages of plastic pipes like resistance to rust/corrosion, smooth interior surfaces that prevent buildup, lighter weight, and ease of installation. Recent developments in plastic for hot water lines are also mentioned.

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    PLUMBING

    DESIGN AND
    ESTIMATE

    TOPIC: 2-11 PLASTIC OR SYNTHETIC PIPES

    Submitted to:
    Kristine Marie Llanera

    Submitted by:
    Maribel G. Glodove
    Plastic is a new concept in the field of plumbing. It was first introduced in the Philippines at
    the early part of 70’s, although this type of materials was developed in Germany in the mid year of
    1935.
    Plastic pipes has gained widespread acceptance after it has in many way proven itself to be
    superior as sewer and cold water pipe line.

    TYPES OF PLASTIC SYNTHETIC PIPES

    A. THE RIGID TYPE


    B. THE FLEXIBLE TYPE

    THE RIGID TYPE OF PLASTIC PIPES ARE:

    1. Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)


    2. Chlorinated Polyvinyl Chloride (CPVC)
    3. Unplasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (uPVC)
    4. Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)
    5. Polypropylene (PP)
    6. Styrene Rubber Plastic (SR)

    THE FLEXIBLE TYPES ARE:

    1. Polyethylene (PE)
    2. Polybutylene (PB)

    The PE and PB tubes are in coil form available at 30 meters long. The PB tube is manufactured
    with special length up to 150 meters long in coil form.

    Recently, the plastic pipe being used for hot water lines are the Chlorinated Polyvinyl Chloride
    (CPVC), the Polyvinyl Dichloride (PVDC), and the Polypropylene (PP). It seems to be alright,
    but wether it could withstand hot water for years without any amount of substantial collapse or
    damage to itself, is still a matter of facts to be proven. Thus, extensive research is still going on
    to develop plastic pipes suitable for hot water.

    ADVANTAGES OF PLASTIC PIPES

    1. Plastic pipes is more resistant to rust and corrosion.


    2. Water conveyed by plastic pipe has no pipe tastes.
    3. The extreme smooth interior surface prevents the buildup of scale, rust, and foreign material that
    often impedes flow through metallic pipes.
    4. There is no turbulence of water and therefore, has a minimum resistance flow.
    5. PVC pipe and fittings weighs about 1/5 of the metal pipe. They are easily and quickly installed
    through solvent cementing.
    6. Plastic pipes are cast in longer length and easy to cut as well as to install.
    7. The Polyethylene (PE) pipe is flexible material that weighs about 1/8 as much as the steel pipe.
    For instance, a 100 meters 25mm diameter coil plastic pipe could be easily carried by one
    individual compared with metal pipes having the same length and diameter which could be
    hardly carried by 5 persons.
    8. PVC type can be connected to existing metal pipe using thread adapter.
    9. PVC is virtually acid proof to any chemical used in recommended strengths around the home.
    10. No special tools are needed for installing PVC except a rule to measure and a saw to cut.
    11. You can do it yourself.

    Certain chemicals such as methyl-ethyl-ketone (acetone), paint remover or paint brush cleaner
    should not be poured in PVC or any other drainage pipe.

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