Polyvinyl chloride pipes (PVC) are made from a thermoplastic of the same name, which retains its shape after heat treatment. The main components of polyvinyl chloride are ethylene and stabilized chlorine, and with the help of additional additives, the properties of PVC pipes are improved.
Most often, PVC pipes are used for sewer networks, due to the ease of installation and low cost. Material for the production of PVC pipes: PVC polyvinyl chloride (PVC) and its twin PVC-U polyvinyl chloride (PVC-U) unplasticized. PVC-U pipes have better technical characteristics, and this allows them to be used in pressure systems, so they are used more often.
PVC pipes, thanks to a range of benefits, have become a leader among similar products for laying sewers:
The main disadvantage of PVC pipes is temperature limits, which are not more than +65°С and not less than -10°С.
On PVC pipes, it is possible to implement sewage systems of the following types:
The species names sewer systems accurately reflect the essence of the application. But it should be noted that of the types of pipes used, PVC-U is more often used, since they have better strength characteristics.
A feature of sewer pipes when choosing is not quite the usual criterion - wall thickness. This follows from the fact that non-pressure pipes, and most of the sewer systems are non-pressure, there is no need to choose according to internal pressure. The only reasonable approach is to ensure sufficient strength pipe walls for the volume of liquid that will fill it, and possible mechanical effects from the external environment. For such reasons, when choosing sewer pipes, two parameters are taken into account:
For internal sewerage, as a rule, PVC pipes are used, which have grey Colour. Their characteristic features:
Pipes orange or yellow colors are intended for outdoor installation and are operated in more severe conditions, therefore, for each diameter there is a list of wall thicknesses for them. So, for example, data for a diameter of 200 mm:
The same tabular data is available for other diameters. When designing sewer systems, they are taken into account.
In systems with forced removal of drains, i.e. with using pumps, PVC pressure pipes are used. They are characterized by increased pressure on the walls, and therefore the requirements are appropriate. Three types of pressure pipes are available 6, 10 and 12.5 kg / cm2 Additionally, you should choose the connection method:
Gravity sewer system uses the movement of wastewater under the action gravity. To select such pipes, the external load is taken into account, and during installation, the slope of the pipeline is provided. Usually, pipes with a socket are used for non-pressure sewage.
The most common plastic is polyvinyl chloride - far from the only polymer that is used in the manufacture of sewer pipes. Along with it, the following plastics are used:
Many of the plastic pipes can compete with PVC, but in terms of the “price-quality” advantages, they have no competitors.
The prices of any product are the most interesting part after discussing the technical merits. Here you can never rely on the figures of today - they largely depend on the manufacturer. And then there's the shipping cost. But all the same, landmarks need to be identified, so let's take one of the cost options for pipes with a diameter of 110 mm. This amounts to 165 rubles per 1 linear meter.
Additionally, it should be noted that the prices for PPE pipes, the closest competitor of PVC, almost 3 times higher, albeit with a larger set of positive qualities. In such cases, they say that there is an excess of advantages, but whether it is worth paying for them is up to the consumer.
The final cost of sewerage construction, taking into account the installation of the system, can add completely unexpected somersaults to the estimate. For a rough estimate, let's take the option of calculating the construction of sewerage in the country with our own hands.
It is assumed that the cottage is in standard conditions: the terrain is insignificant, the groundwater level is low, there are no quicksands, there is a place for discharging purified water, etc.
Light weight, ease of installation, high melting point are the main criteria that PVC sewer pipes for domestic sewage meet.
Among the positive characteristics are:
The main disadvantage is the temperature limitation, which varies in the range of + 60 ° С ... -15 ° С.
The main parameter for choosing PVC pipes is the wall thickness, this is due to the traditional use of non-pressure systems, which eliminates the need to select internal pressure. To achieve strong technical characteristics of the walls of products, the determination of the volume of liquid media and the level of mechanical impact from the outside are advocated. Based on these considerations, pipes are selected according to 2 parameters:
The choice of PVC pipes, made in a gray tint, determines a number of characteristic features:
To determine the wall thickness and diameter of the pipes, markings are used on the outside of the products. For pipes marked with the symbol N, the ring stiffness is 4 kN per m2. The letter S is used to mark pipes with ring stiffness up to 8 kN per m2.
The choice of designs according to the parameters of working environments:
For work with acids, oils, petroleum products or other chemical compounds, products from the PVC-U series are suitable.
The use of pressure sewage is relevant in difficult cases, its increased cost is due to the use of additional devices:
To save resources, it is possible to replace 11 cm pipes with similar structures 5 cm in size. The pipes are buried to a small height, which is explained by the absence of the need to observe a gravity slope. The presence of sockets with rubberized seals suitable for pressure, vacuum systems provides savings on the use of fittings in 70% of cases.
They are produced in the form of measured segments with a length of 1-6 m. Household PVC structures are 50 and 110 mm. The production of industrial systems developed using co-extrusion technology (multilayer extrusion) is carried out in segments of 12 and 6 m. And their cross section varies in the range of 9 - 200 cm. PVC structures intended for installation in apartments and private houses are designed for temperature conditions within 0…45 gr.
Based on the type of structures, internal PVC pipes are divided into bell-shaped and products connected through a coupling. Socket structures are represented by measured segments with standard parameters, and a thickening (bell) at one end. On the other hand, they have a perfectly smooth surface. The products connected in the coupling have the same cross-section along the entire length.
With a large number of household appliances and furniture, the unhindered installation of pipes in certain areas is impossible.
By creating a system exclusively from inelastic structures, there is a risk of wasting free space. Corrugated pipes in the room are usually installed under the washbasin.
Product Features:
For the internal laying of networks, PVC-U structures are used that correspond to the following parameters:
Pipes are supplied in lengths from 30 to 200 cm.
Criterias of choice:
The main disadvantages include a number of characteristics:
PVC pipes are developed using extrusion technology - extrusion of a heated polymer, which turns into a solid crust after solidification. Modern manufacturers use 2 types of polymer extrusion:
The latter is designed for punching through several layers of polymer, sticking together immediately after cooling. This process contributes to the improvement of the quality characteristics of pipeline systems.
The development of PVC pipes is made from a thermoplastic that has undergone heat treatment to maintain its shape. The main components of PVC are ethylene and chlorine, additional additives improve the characteristics of PVC products.
There are 2 types of raw materials for the development of PVC pipes:
PVC-U pipes meet high technical specifications, which determines their use in pressure systems.
For intra-house wiring, gray pipes are usually used, characterized by a homogeneous structure of the composition, increased heat capacity and a sufficient level of longitudinal rigidity. They are fixed to the walls to eliminate mechanical stress, and ensure a stable gravity slope. PVC structures are aesthetic, they do not require additional masking. The inner coating has a smooth surface, the use of high-pressure cleaning technology allows you to eliminate blockages and restore the original state, which determines the high resource of the system.
The sewer system made of PVC pipes is joined using socket technology with internal rubberized seals in the form of rings. Pipes are expanded from hot drains and connected to expansion holes. For this, special marks are provided on the smooth ends of pipes and fittings, which act as a guideline when connecting pipes. Expansion joints on risers are placed between floors and contribute to the implementation of similar tasks on vertical lines.
Step by step instructions:
Properly selected fittings are used for hermetic joining of pipes, which excludes the formation of unforeseen emergencies. The main list of connecting elements includes:
Fittings are used only for horizontal laying of the highway. Turning sections form an accumulation of debris, which requires the installation of a revision. When docking products, there are a number of restrictions. The pipeline is connected at an angle of 45, 67, 87 or 90 degrees.
For the corner connection of pipeline systems, an additional type of fitting is used - corners. They provide a flow change at an angle of 90 or 45 gr. But if necessary, it is possible to purchase corners for 30 and 60 gr.
To connect pipes with different cross sections, transitions are used that provide connection to pipes of 110 mm of products with a cross section of 50 mm.
The internal and external sewerage systems differ from each other, both in the requirements for them and in the features of operation. Therefore, the pipes used in their installation have differences.
You can read about the features of plastic pipes for an external system in, here we will talk about polyvinyl chloride (PVC) pipes for internal sewage. But first, let's figure out why this material has become so popular, because until recently, internal sewer pipes were mostly cast iron.
PVC pipes are considered the most practical and optimal option when installing any sewer system. They are made of plastic that is resistant to aggressive chemicals (acids, alkalis, etc.). The optimum temperature range for PVC pipes is from 65º C to -15º C.
The fact that plastic does not tolerate low temperatures can be easily compensated with. In addition, they still have a number of additional advantages.
First, corrosion resistance. Unlike the same cast iron, plastic does not rust, which is a big plus.
Secondly, microorganisms do not accumulate on the inner surface of PVC pipes. After all, bacteria in the course of their life activity secrete acid, which negatively affects any surface.
Due to all of the above, such pipes will last much longer than their counterparts. Repair or replacement of the pipeline will be required in 30-50 years. In addition, due to the light weight and simple socket fastening, even an unprepared person can produce it.
In addition to all the above advantages, pipes for has a number of features.
Internal sewage is used to collect wastewater from plumbing fixtures in the house and transport them to the outdoor system. Hot water from washing machines, dishwashers, bathtubs, etc. often passes through the internal piping.
So all its elements must be resistant to high temperatures. PVC has a high melting point, therefore, even in its production, additional additives are rarely used.
Since internal pipelines are most often made hidden, their appearance does not matter. Thus, the cost can be reduced even at the manufacturing stage. The standard color of internal sewer pipes is light grey.
The drains in the system are collected from several sources, so the diameter of the pipe is required less than for, which receives water from the whole house.
All sewer pipes are divided into types, internal ones are also no exception. They have three varieties:
They are used for the installation of a forced sewage disposal system. Areas where the movement of fluid is carried out under pressure, due to the operation of special pumps, are equipped with just such pipes. They are used in apartment buildings and in buildings with a large area.
Not designed to work in systems with forced pumping of wastewater. They are used for gravity sewerage. The wall thickness of non-pressure ones is thinner than the previous ones.
They have a smooth inner surface and a ribbed outer surface. Flexible, therefore used in hard-to-reach places.
Their cost is mainly affected by their size - length and diameter. The table below shows the average prices for pvc domestic sewer pipes.
Diameter (mm) | Length (mm.) | Price, rub.) |
50 Wall thickness 1.8 mm. | 500 | 30 |
1000 | 55 | |
1500 | 80 | |
2000 | 100 | |
3000 | 150 | |
500 Wall thickness 3.2 mm. | 500 | 50 |
1000 | 80 | |
1500 | 150 | |
2000 | 170 | |
3000 | 250 | |
110 Wall thickness 2.2 mm. | 500 | 70 |
1000 | 135 | |
1500 | 195 | |
2000 | 250 | |
3000 | 370 | |
110 Wall thickness 3.2 mm. | 500 | 90 |
1000 | 165 | |
1500 | 240 | |
2000 | 320 | |
3000 | 490 |
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Pipes and fittings - without them, the existence of a sewer system is impossible. The correct choice of these products is due to trouble-free operation and a long service life. Today there is a huge selection of types of fittings and pipes. What material they are made of, about the sizes and types, we will talk in this article.
According to the method of water drainage distinguish the following types:
Plastic pipes for sewerage
Attention! Pipes for external sewage, unlike internal ones, are made in orange, for easy detection in the ground.
By material from which pipes and fittings are made are divided into:
Cast iron pipes
Fittings for PVC pipes (external sewerage)
A fitting is a part of a pipeline designed to turn, connect, branch, change to another size, parts of pipes. For an external pipeline, the following types of fittings are distinguished:
Fittings for internal sewerage differ from external ones in color, wall thickness and diameter.
Types of fittings
So, if you decide to lay a sewer, you need to take into account all the basic indicators, the place of passage, the number of transitions and turns, in order to purchase the number of pipes and fittings you need. Properly selected material and dimensions will allow the sewerage system to serve for a long time and without failures.
Professional preparation of the project of the internal sewer system provides for careful consideration of each of the stages.
One of the most important is the choice of pipe material. Along with traditional cast iron and asbestos structures, the market offers PVC pipes to the consumer.
Polyvinyl chloride has been known for a long time, but due to the laboriousness of the process and imperfect equipment, its widespread use has become possible only in our time.
The pipe production process consists in the use of several components, which, when mixed and heated, give a homogeneous plastic mass.
It includes the following materials:
The heated mass under pressure passes through a special form - an extruder. So for the first time it is possible to observe the formation of a sewer pipe blank.
There are 2 types of PVC:
It is from the latter that pipes for internal sewage are made.
These pipes can be used for both pressure and gravity systems.
According to the connection method, they can be:
The latter are the most popular for internal sewage.
The mechanism of connection with each other is implemented simply, but effectively. At one end of each product there is a special socket, the inner diameter of which coincides with the normalized outer one.
As an additional seal, a rubber ring is inserted into a special groove. To connect 2 pipes, it is enough to insert them into each other.
Processing is also not difficult - you can reduce the size with a hacksaw.
One of the important parameters for all pipes are overall and internal dimensions.
These include:
According to the current regulatory documents, only the inner diameter and the strength parameter at the maximum allowable pressure are regulated.
Based on this, manufacturers currently produce PVC pipes of the following sizes:
Outer d, mm | Internal d, mm | Wall thickness, mm | Pipe lengths, m |
32 | 30,2 | 1,8 | 0,35; 0,5; 1; 2 |
40 | 38,2 | 1,8 | |
50 | 48,2 | 1,8 | 0,35; 0,5; 1; 1,5; 2;3 |
110 | 107,8 | 2,2 |
An important role is played by the length of the connecting socket. For different diameters, its parameters must correspond to the outer diameter.
That is, for a pipe d 32 mm, the length of the socket is 32 mm. Moreover, the distance is measured from the end to the conical bevel.
It also directly affects its use in the internal sewerage system. The smaller it is, the worse the throughput of this section.
Therefore, when planning pipe laying, it is necessary that pipes run from the riser from a larger section to a smaller one.
The characteristics of the pipes largely depend on the manufacturer's compliance with the standards of production technology. But the problem is that at present there are guests only for pipes for pressure sewer systems.
In them you can find the nominal indicators of pressure, wall thickness, resistance to certain aggressive environments, etc. There are no such documents for non-pressure (gravity-flowing) systems.
Therefore, all manufacturers adhere (or try to adhere) to GOST for PVC-U pressure pipes.
Based on this, you can make a list of the following technical characteristics:
Advantages:
Disadvantages:
To implement a complex internal sewage system, additional connecting elements are required - fittings.
They serve for turns, branching and transition of the line from one diameter to another.
Knee
Serves for turns of the sewer system. It can differ in the angle of inclination - from 20 ° to 87 °.
Tee
It is necessary for branching the sewerage, and joining additional highways to the general system. It is also different, depending on the angle of rotation of the connecting pipe - from 20° to 87°.
Reduction
Serves as a connecting element for 2 pipes of different diameters.
cross
It is used for simultaneous connection of 4 pipes at once into one common system.
In addition to the fittings described above, there are a number of additional elements that are necessary to create a complete internal sewage system:
Currently, there is only GOST for pipes made of unplasticized polyvinyl chloride for pressure sewage - GOST R 51613-2000.
It specifies standards for the following criteria:
As mentioned above, pipes for gravity sewerage are manufactured in accordance with this GOST.
Despite its low cost, it is still worth knowing the estimated price of pipes. It will directly depend on it, and in particular, its hollow estimate.
As you can see, the cost of pipes is really more than affordable. But this factor should not affect the quality of the internal sewerage project.
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