APPLICATION NOTES
GENERAL:
Endot
Endopoly and Golden Jet Pipe is flexible, black, coiled pipe and EndoPure
is a blue pipe with a clear core all of which are produced from polyethylene
resins with the classification of PE 3408 or PE 3406. The primary
difference in the resins is the wall thickness required to achieve a specific
pressure rating. PE 3408 having the thinnest wall and PE 3406 having a slightly
heavier wall for equivalent rating. The type of resin has little to do with
the installation method. (See Size Comparison Chart for details on
product dimensions)
Endot Industries produces polyethylene pipe
using PE 3408 and PE 3406 resins. Endot pipe is available in pressure ratings
of 100 PSI through 200 PSI. All pressure ratings are for pipe and tubing
at 73.40 F. (See Temperature vs. Pressure Rating Chart)
Endot produces two types of polyethylene water pipe, ID controlled pipe,
manufactured to ASTM specification D2239, commonly called IPS (Iron Pipe Size)
pipe, and OD controlled tubing manufactured to ASTM specification D2737, known
as CTS (Copper Tube Size) or as WST (Water Service Tubing). ASTM (American
Society for Testing and Materials) is a widely recognized organization that
develops standards on characteristics and performance of materials, products,
systems and services. Endot also produces pipe to ASTM D3035 and D2447, OD
controlled specifications for Geothermal applications and other miscellaneous
purposes.
Endot brand name products EndoPure, Endopoly, Golden Jet, Super Golden
Jet, Black Diamond, Super and Pool-Flex are National Sanitation Foundation
(NSF) Certified for use with potable drinking water. NSF Certification provides
the user with the highest level of confidence the pipe will not interact with
nor release any chemicals into the water supply. NSF Certified pipe and tubing
is recognized by the permanent imprint of the NSF logo on the pipe. The NSF
Certification also assures the user the pipe is produced from one of the highest
grades of raw material available.
All Endot pipe and tubing is permanently marked with indent printing.
Color coded printing identifies various pressure rating and grades.
STORAGE AND HANDLING:
Endot pipe should be stored so
as to prevent damage by crushing or piercing. Coils of black pipe may be
stored outdoors without damage from weather or Ultraviolet exposure. Colored
pipe contains Ultraviolet inhibitors to protect it from sunlight, but colored
pipe should be stored in a protected area away from Ultraviolet exposure.
Do not expose pipe and tubing to excessive heat. Do not drag across rough
ground and avoid hitting or placement on sharp objects when storing or placing
in service. Before pipe or tubing is installed each length should be inspected
for transport damage, cuts, punctures or excessive abrasion. Damage from
shipping or handling may have occurred. Although each coil is clean and sealed
or capped when it leaves the factory dirt or debris may have entered the pipe
during installation. Flushing the pipe before final connections are made
is good practice.
APPLICATION NOTES
SIZES - PRESSURE RATINGS - COIL SIZES
SIZE
RANGE:
| Iron Pipe Size (IPS) |
1/2" through 3" |
| Copper Tube Size (CTS or
WST) |
3/4" through 2" |
| OD Controlled ASTM D3035
& D2447 |
3/4” through 4” |
STANDARD
INSIDE DIAMETER RATIO (SDR or SIDR):
Each size of IPS pipe (ASTM D2239) in each pressure range
is rated with a SIDR number (Standard Inside Diameter Ratio). The SIDR is
determined by dividing the Nominal ID by the Minimum Wall Thickness.
STANDARD
OUTSIDE DIAMETER RATIO (SDR or SODR):
OD controlled
tubing (ASTM D2737, & D3035) is rated by Standard Outside Dimension Ratio
(SODR) which is determined by dividing the Nominal OD by the Minimum Wall
Thickness.
When selecting external compression
fittings for use on IPS or CTS products the SIDR or SODR must be considered.
Selecting external compression fittings by pressure rating could result in
the selection of the wrong fitting. (See Size Comparison Chart)
Table # 1, Size Comparison Chart,
lists the SIDR and SODR for each of the sizes and pressure ratings manufactured
by Endot Industries. See ASTM specifications D2737 and D2239 for details
on IPS and CTS specifications.
PRESSURE
RATINGS:
IPS
pipe, ASTM D2239, is produced from 80 PSI to 200 PSI.
CTS tubing, ASTM D2737, is produced in 160 PSI with PE 3406 resin
and 200 PSI with PE 3408 resin.
(Other manufacturers may produce PE
3408, 160 PSI tubing with a SODR of 11)
COIL
SIZES:
The standard lengths of pipe coils range from 100 feet through
500 feet with each manufacturer having specific stock coil sizes for each
size and pressure rating. Endot's standard coil sizes may be found on the
List Price Sheet for each product type.
Coils of 1000 feet and longer can be produced to order.
Endot Industries stocks wooden cable reels to allow the production of very
long lengths of the heavier pipe such as 160 PSI and 200 PSI where 1000 ft.
coils may weigh up to 950 lbs. The use of a wooden reel allows easier handling
of these heavy pipes yet eliminates the need for joints in long sections of
pipe. Smaller coils can also be custom produced.
APPLICATION NOTES
PRESSURE
RATING VS. TEMPERATURE OF ENDOT PIPE AND TUBING
All pressure ratings of Endot polyethylene pipe and tubing
are for an operating temperature of 73.4oF. Endot pipe can be
used at temperatures higher than the rated 73.4oF, but the user
must consider the reduced pressure capacity of the pipe. Every 10oF. rise or fall in temperature from
73.4oF will reduce or increase the pressure
rating of the pipe by approximately 12%.
ESTIMATED
PRESSURE RATINGS OF PIPE
AT
ELEVATED TEMPERATURE LEVELS
RATED PRESSURE
OF PIPE @ 73.4 °F
| TEMP |
100 PSI |
125 PSI |
160 PSI |
200 PSI |
250 PSI |
| 73.4 |
100 |
125 |
160 |
200 |
250 |
| 80 |
92 |
115 |
147 |
183 |
229 |
| 90 |
81 |
101 |
129 |
161 |
202 |
| 100 |
71 |
89 |
113 |
142 |
177 |
| 110 |
62 |
78 |
100 |
125 |
156 |
| 120 |
55 |
69 |
88 |
110 |
137 |
| 130 |
48 |
60 |
77 |
97 |
121 |
| 140 |
43 |
53 |
68 |
85 |
106 |
| 150 * |
37 |
47 |
60 |
75 |
94 |
| 160 * |
33 |
41 |
53 |
66 |
82 |
| 170 * |
29 |
36 |
46 |
58 |
72 |
| 180 * |
26 |
32 |
41 |
51 |
64 |
| |
|
|
|
|
|
* CAUTION: Endot polyethylene
pipe should not be used in applications where the normal, continuous operating
temperature is expected to be in excess of 140oF.
APPLICATION
NOTES
INSTALLATION
METHODS
JOINING
IPS PIPE:
Two generally accepted methods
of mechanically connecting sections of IPS (ASTM D2239) and CTS (ASTM D2737)
polyethylene water pipe and tubing together or joining it to other piping
materials are available. For IPS the most common method is insert fittings
made from brass or PVC that seals using gear clamps. IPS pipe and CTS tubing
can be joined using external compression fittings that seal via internal gaskets
and external clamping. Insert fittings cannot be used on polyethylene water
tubing (CTS) made to ASTM D2737.
The Size Comparison Chart lists
the various sizes of IPS pipe made by Endot and the nominal dimensions of
those sizes. ASTM D2609 outlines the dimensional requirements for plastic
insert fittings.
INSERT
FITTINGS:
Use insert fittings with sufficient
length to allow the application of two clamps on each side.
Use clamps
produced from all stainless steel including the screw.
Place clamp
screws 180o opposite each other.
Be sure clamps
are over the barb of the fitting and not the flat.
Do not use any lubricants, sealing
compounds or pipe dope. Use of these materials voids all warranties and may
cause damage to the pipe.
Heavy walled, large diameter
pipe, 160 PSI and 200 PSI and 1-1/4" and larger, require the use of brass
or galvanized insert fittings and industrial type clamping devices. For 1-1/2"
and 2" ID 200 PSI pipe external compression fittings specifically designed
for use with IPS pipe are strongly recommended. External compression fittings
provide an effective, reliable coupling for heavy wall, large diameter pipe.
In cold weather it may be necessary
to warm the pipe in order to insert the fitting. DO NOT USE A TORCH TO
HEAT THE PIPE. Gently warm the pipe using hot water or by storing the
pipe in a warm place prior to use.
EXTERNAL
COMPRESSION FITTINGS:
External compression fittings
can be used on both CTS and IPS products. Since IPS pipe is Inside Diameter
controlled the external type fitting has to have sufficient tolerance to accommodate
the normal and acceptable ASTM specified variations in OD. Ease of insertion
of the pipe into the fitting will vary with the normal tolerance variation
of the fittings and the pipe.
It is important to specify the
SIDR (or SODR) of the pipe in use when ordering external fittings. See The
Size Comparison Chart for SIDR information and for the comparison of sizes
between the various resin types. When assembling a joint using one of these
fittings follow the manufacturer's directions carefully. If the fitting manufacturer
calls for insert stiffeners they must be used to insure a leak free joint.
DO
NOT LUBRICATE THE PIPE
Lubrication other than water
should not be used. Use of any lubricants, sealing compounds or pipe dope
voids all warranties for Endot pipe and tubing and may cause damage to the
pipe or tubing.
APPLICATION
NOTES
HEAT FUSION OF ENDOT PE 3408 PIPE & TUBING
INSTALLING PIPE AND TUBING
USING FUSION WELDING:
Endot products may be joined by Thermal Heat Fusion. Follow
the tooling manufacturer guidelines carefully when joining pipe or tubing
with thermal fusion. Thermal fusion joints when properly made are as strong
or stronger than the pipe itself and eliminate any flow restrictions.
HEAT
FUSION TIMES FOR PE 3408 PIPE & TUBING AT A TEMPERATURE OF 500o F:
|
TIME IN SECONDS
|
 |
|
SIZE
|
BUTT
FUSION
|
COOLING
TIME
|
SOCKET
FUSION
|
COOLING
TIME
|
| CTS - ASTM D2737 |
| 3/4 " |
8 - 10 |
50 |
9 - 10 |
30 |
| 1" |
14 - 17 |
50 |
11 - 13 |
30 |
| 1 1/4" |
16 - 19 |
50 |
14 - 16 |
30 |
| 1 1/2" |
18 - 21 |
60 |
16 - 18 |
40 |
| 2" |
22 - 25 |
60 |
18 - 20 |
40 |
|
| IPS - ASTM B2239 |
| 1/2" |
8 - 10 |
50 |
9 - 10 |
30 |
| 3/4" |
14 - 16 |
50 |
12 - 14 |
30 |
| 1" |
16 - 19 |
50 |
1 - 17 |
40 |
| 1 1/4" |
18 - 21 |
70 |
17 - 20 |
40 |
| 1 1/2" |
24 - 30 |
90 |
20 - 23 |
40 |
| 2" |
30 - 34 |
90 |
24 - 27 |
40 |
CAUTION: Excessive heating times can over heat the pipe or fitting and
result in brittle joints. Shortened heating times can result in an incomplete
bond of materials and a weak joint that may fail.
Endot Industries, Inc. does not recommend fusion of Endot
pipe and tubing to materials of a different grade or specification or to material
classified as “wide spec”. Fusion joints between dissimilar materials may
fail even when the time and temperature settings are correct.
Polyethylene
pipe is chemically inert and there is no known glues that can be used to create
effective joints that will stand up over long periods of time.
APPLICATION
NOTES:
WARMING
PIPE TO ASSEMBLE FITTINGS:
Polyethylene pipe may develop
some ovality from storage and in cold weather it may be necessary to warm
the pipe to enable the insertion of a fitting or the assembly of a compression
fitting. To warm polyethylene pipe DO NOT USE A TORCH TO HEAT THE PIPE
and never heat the plastic above 2000 F. The recommended method
for warming the pipe is immersion in hot water or warming with a hair dryer.
Use care to warm the inside of the pipe was well as the outside, never heat
the outside of the pipe only.
Polyethylene does not become
brittle when subjected to extremely low temperatures, but does become much
stiffer. The workability of polyethylene increases with higher temperatures.
The heavier the wall thickness of the pipe or tubing being used the more stiffness
will be encountered in cold weather. It is recommended that the pipe or tubing
be kept in a warm environment prior to installation outdoors in the winter
months to keep it as flexible as possible.
LUBRICATION
AND SEALING COMPOUNDS:
The use of any type of lubricant
including detergent or soap lubricants to ease the insertion of the pipe or
tubing into a fitting voids all warranties on the pipe. Detergents, soap
and surfactants may cause stress cracking in polyethylene and should never
be used.
Endot does not recognize any
pipe dope or sealing compound as acceptable for use with Endot polyethylene
pipe or tubing, regardless of manufacturer's claims. All pipe sealant and
dope may cause stress cracking in polyethylene and should never be used.
The use of any pipe dope or sealing compound voids all warranties.
APPLICATION
NOTES
SITE
PREPARATION:
When polyethylene pipe or tubing
is to be installed in a trench site preparation is important. Pipe must be
surrounded with a bed of sand or other backfill material that is 1/2"
or less in diameter and is free from rocks, sharp objects and debris that
might puncture the pipe.
The base of the trench must be
lined first with sand and the pipe uniformly and continuously supported for
its entire length. Pipe should be placed at a depth at least 12 inches below
the local frost line and a minimum of 18 inches below the finished surface
grade for light loading and at least 24 inches for sites with heavy loading.
Trenches may be curved to avoid
obstacles with the minimum trench radius being 24 inches. Polyethylene's
natural flexibility allows it to be routed around objects to eliminate fittings.
ASTM D2774 and ASTM D2321 cover
the installation and site preparation for polyethylene pipe and tubing in
detail and should be followed by installers. Check with you local code officials
to determine specific local requirements.
THERMAL EXPANSION AND CONTRACTION:
Polyethylene is stable in its
cross section dimensions, but can expand and contract longitudinally with
changing temperatures. Allowing polyethylene pipe to naturally "snake"
in a trench will provide adequate slack to compensate for this expansion and
contraction. A minimum 12 inches of slack per 100 feet of pipe must be allowed
to compensate for thermal changes.
INSTALLATION IN CONTAMINATED SOILS:
Hydrocarbon fuels, certain organic
solvents and a few other chemical compounds can have a serious negative effect
on polyethylene if present in sufficient quantity. Water carried in any piping
system is vulnerable to contamination by absorption of chemicals through the
walls or joints. Water lines produced from any material should not be installed
in areas when known chemical contamination is present or if chemical spills
are likely to occur. See a chemical resistance chart to determine if a particular
chemical has any negative effects on polyethylene pipe and tubing.
PRESSURE TESTING OF INSTALLATIONS:
All installations must be pressure
tested prior to backfilling. Check all joints and connections for leaks before
backfilling the trench. ASTM D2774 and The Plastic Pipe Institute technical
reference #TR-31/88 provides detailed testing information. Pressure tests
must be made using water, Do Not pressure test with air.
It
is the users responsibility to select the proper fitting and to ensure the
assembly is correct and leak tight. All joints must be pressure tested prior
to backfilling. Endot assumes no liability for the improper installation
of any fitting nor the failure to test the joint prior to backfilling a trench.
APPLICATION
NOTES
INSTALLING
PIPE USING DIRECTIONAL BORING EQUIPMENT:
Endot
pipe and tubing may be installed using directional boring equipment. The
boring tool should create a hole that is 25% larger than the outside diameter
of the pipe or tubing to allow the pipe to pass through the soil without being
abraded or subjected to excessive tension. All bends and changes in elevation
should be within the guidelines established for polyethylene pipe and tubing.
Pipe
or tubing installed with directional boring equipment must not be subjected
to tensions greater than the tensile strength of the product being used.
Excessive tension can cause damage to polyethylene pipe. The nominal tensile
strength of 200 PSI, PE 3408, 3/4" and 1" pipe (IPS) and tubing
(CTS) is as follows;
ASTM D2239 Pipe (IPS) ASTM
D2737 Tubing (CTS)
3/4" 1200 PSI 800 PSI
1" 1900 PSI 1300 PSI
In
some soils it may be necessary to grout the bore hole to prevent collapse
prior to installation of the pipe. Grouting will maintain the hole and reduce
friction that could damage the pipe.
Endot
will not be responsible for damage to the pipe when boring takes place in
soils that do not maintain a open hole during pipe installation or that contain
sharp rock or debris that cut or scrape the pipe causing damage that may reduce
the wall thickness.
NOTE: Pipe
laying in sun light can increase significantly in temperature often to temperatures
as high as 140o F. If pipe is bored at elevated temperatures
it is possible that the pipe will stretch or elongate. If the pipe stretches
greater than 5% the pipe is damaged and may not be capable of carrying it’s
rated pressure. Endot will not warranty pipe that has been stretched greater
than 5%.
APPLICATION NOTES
WELL
PIPE INSTALLATION:
Polyethylene
pipe is an ideal product for use in both deep and shallow well applications.
See the Depth Setting Chart for a guide to the depth settings that various
grades of pipe can be used at. Although claims for deeper settings have been
made they exceed the design ratings for all Polyethylene pipe and the installer
risks rupturing the pipe if the pressure developed by the column of water
and the pump pressure exceeds the pressure rating of the pipe. No warranty
claims for depths greater than those listed will be honored.
The
actual installation includes the use of insert fittings and stainless steel
clamps as previously covered. Torque arrestors and centering devices should
be used to prevent the pipe and wires from rubbing the well casing. The installation
of torque arrestors and other well hardware should be per the manufacturer
instructions. If the pipe has a submersible pump suspended on it a safety
rope must be installed to assist in pulling the pump. When a long length
of pipe is pulled from a well care must be taken to prevent kinking of the
pipe. The maximum bend radius of polyethylene pipe is 18 inches. If the
pipe is kinked the section must be removed since a weak point has been created
at the kink.
OTHER
USES:
Polyethylene
pipe and tubing is used in many other applications. Lawn Irrigation is one
of the more popular uses. Generally the pipe is plowed into the ground without
preparing a trench. This method works well if the soil is free of rocks and
other sharp objects. The denser the soil the more difficult this method of
installation can become due to the increased tension placed on the pipe.
The use of heavier walled pipe can overcome some of these problems.
High
Density Polyethylene is a very stable plastic compound allowing the use of
pipe manufactured from it to be used in numerous applications. Before attempting
to use polyethylene in applications other than for transport of water one
should check with an knowledgeable source to determine if the product is suitable.
Certain
chemicals may soften polyethylene and can degrade its ability to withstand
internal pressure. If the polyethylene pipe is to be used to transport chemicals
or chemicals are present in the pipe environment it is the responsibility
of the user to determine if the chemicals are compatible with polyethylene
pipe.
SPECIFICATIONS
FOR PE 3408 - ENDOPOLY PIPE AND TUBING
Endot "Endopoly - PE
3408" pipe and tubing is produced to the following specification and
accepted by the following code authorities;
| |
|
|
| ASTM D3350 - Cell Classification |
|
345444C |
| ASTM D1505 - Density |
|
0.944 g/cc |
| ASTM D1238 - Melt Index |
|
>15.0 g/10 min. |
| ASTM D638 - Tensile Strength |
|
>3300 PSI |
| ASTM D2837 - Hydrostatic Design Basis |
|
1600 PSI @ 23oC |
| ASTM D 790 - Flexural Modulus |
|
120,000 PSI |
| ASTM D 746 - Brittleness Temp |
|
< -180oF |
| ASTM D1693 - Environmental Stress Crack
Resistance Test Condition C |
|
>5000 hours |
| ASTM F1473 - PENT (hours) |
|
10 |
**
Test discontinued because no failures were indicated.
Thermal
Expansion Contraction:
The coefficient of expansion of PE
is .00007 inch/inch/oF
Or Approximately 1.7 inches/10of/200
feet of pipe
Other Specifications
and Code Acceptance:
AWWA C901
BOCA
National Sanitation Standard 14
LOCAL BUILDING
CODES:
Application Notes are supplied with the intention of advising the user of
Endot Polyethylene Pipe and Tubing of the proper methods of use and installation.
It is the
users responsibility to be sure the installation meets local building codes
prior to beginning work.
If unsure of applicable codes check with your local
code official.
For
further information or assistance in selecting or using polyethylene pipe
and tubing contact Endot Industries, Inc., 60 Green Pond Road, Rockaway, NJ
07866, 201-625-8500 or 800-443-6368.
SPECIFICATIONS
FOR PE 3408 - ENDOPURE PIPE AND TUBING
Endot "EndoPure - PE 3408"
pipe and tubing is produced to the following specification and accepted by
the following code authorities;
| |
|
|
| ASTM D3350 - Cell Classification Raw
Material |
|
345444A |
| Final
Product |
|
345444D |
| ASTM D1505 - Density |
|
0.944 g/cc |
| ASTM D1238 - Melt Index |
|
>15.0 g/10 min. |
| ASTM D638 - Tensile Strength |
|
>3300 PSI |
| ASTM D2837 - Hydrostatic Design Basis |
|
1600 PSI @ 23oC |
| ASTM D 790 - Flexural Modulus |
|
120,000 PSI |
| ASTM D 746 - Brittleness Temp |
|
< -180oF |
| ASTM D1693 - Environmental Stress Crack
Resistance Test Condition C |
|
>5000 hours |
| ASTM F1473 - PENT (hours) |
|
10 |
** Test
discontinued because no failures were indicated.
Thermal
Expansion Contraction:
The coefficient of expansion of PE
is .00007 inch/inch/oF
Or Approximately 1.7 inches/10of/200
feet of pipe
Other Specifications
and Code Acceptance:
AWWA C901
BOCA
National Sanitation Standard 14
LOCAL
BUILDING CODES:
Application
Notes are supplied with the intention of advising the user of Endot Polyethylene
Pipe and Tubing of the proper methods of use and installation.
It is the
users responsibility to be sure the installation meets local building codes
prior to beginning work.
If unsure of applicable codes check with your local
code official.
For further
information or assistance in selecting or using polyethylene pipe and tubing
contact Endot Industries, Inc., 60 Green Pond Road, Rockaway, NJ 07866, 201-625-8500
or 800-443-6368.
APPLICATION NOTES
SPECIFICATIONS
FOR PE 3406
Endot "GOLDEN JET, SUPER
GOLDEN JET, BLACK DIAMOND - PE 3406" pipe and tubing is produced to
the following specification and accepted by the following code authorities;
| |
|
|
| ASTM D3350 - Cell Classification |
|
345444C |
| ASTM D1505 - Density |
|
0.955 g/cc |
| ASTM D1238 - Melt Index |
|
0.32 g/10 min. |
| ASTM D638 - Tensile Strength |
|
3300 PSI |
| ASTM D638 - Elongation |
|
800% |
| ASTM D1693 - Environmental Stress Crack
Resistance Test Condition C |
|
>5000 hours |
| ASTM D790 - Flexural Modulus |
|
135,000 PSI |
| ASTM D746 - Brittleness Temp. |
|
< -75°C(<-103°F) |
| ASTM D2837 - Hydrostatic Design Basis
@23°C |
|
1600 PSI |
** Test
discontinued because no failures were indicated.
Thermal
Expansion Contraction:
The coefficient of expansion of PE
is .00007 inch/inch/oF
Or Approximately 1.7 inches/10of/200
feet of pipe
Other Specifications
and Code Acceptance:
AWWA
C901
BOCA
National Sanitation Standard 14
LOCAL BUILDING
CODES:
Application Notes
are supplied with the intention of advising the user of Endot Polyethylene
Pipe and Tubing of the proper methods of use and installation.
It is the users responsibility to be
sure the installation meets local building codes prior to beginning work.
If unsure of applicable codes check
with your local code official.
For further information
or assistance in selecting or using polyethylene pipe and tubing contact Endot
Industries, Inc., 60 Green Pond Road, Rockaway, NJ 07866, 201-625-8500 or
800-443-6368.
APPLICATION NOTES
HEAT
PUMP SYSTEMS
Endot GEOFLEX, Geothermal Pipe
is an ideal product for use in Earth Coupled Heat Pump systems using either
Horizontal or Vertical Loop type systems. PE3408 polyethylene has the highest
heat transfer rate of any plastic available today. PE3408 provides exceptional
chemical resistance.
GEOFLEX, Geothermal Pipe is produced
from only the highest quality, NSF Certified, PE3408 polyethylene resin.
Endot products meet all the requirements established by the International
Ground Source Heat Pump Association (IGSHPA) for Earth Coupled Heat Pump installations
as follows;
ASTM
D3035 for dimensions
ASTM D3350 for materials with a cell classification
of PE34544C
NOTE: All material used for Endot
GEOFLEX, Geothermal Pipe is virgin (prime) polyethylene. Wide Spec. or Regrind
material is specifically prohibited.
Endot GEOFLEX is ideal for Heat Pump
Installation.
Can be joined using standard Thermal
Heat Fusion methods, proven
to be the most trouble free joining system available.
Permanently indented for easy Lifetime
identification.
Capped at the factory to prevent entry
of dirt and debris.
Corrosion Resistant - Endot/Yardley
pipe is nearly chemically inert and provides a system with exceptional longevity.
Superior Flexibility for ease of installation.
Available in extra long lengths for
joint free installations.
Endot products carry
a Lifetime Warranty with a 25 year cost of replacement. (See Warranty Sheet
for details)
Custom coil lengths of up to
1500 feet are available. Lengths of up to 7500 feet can be packaged on wooden
reels. Extra long lengths allow installations without joints or fittings.
Parallel lengths can be packaged into one coil for Vertical Loop Systems.
Contact the factory for information on special packaging.
Contact
your local Heat Pump Contractor for design and installation information.
APPLICATION NOTES
RADIANT
HEATING
Endot polyethylene (PE) pipe is a versatile
product that can reduce the cost of radiant heating installations and produce
a system superior to metal piped systems.
CORROSION RESISTANCE: Endot
PE pipe is nearly chemically inert and provides a system with exceptional
longevity.
INSTALLATION EASE: Endot PE
pipe is lightweight, flexible and available in extra long continuous lengths
for faster, joint free installations.
TOUGH AND DURABLE: Endot PE
pipe can endure the punishment of the most demanding installation. Produced
from the highest quality polyethylene resins available Endot/Yardley pipe
can be installed in concrete and under floors with confidence it will perform
for many years.
SUPERIOR FLEXIBILITY: Endot
PE pipe can be installed in long continuous lengths and PE3408 coiled pipe
can be cold bent to a minimum radius of 10 to 20 times the nominal pipe diameter
to provide for contouring to installation conditions. Ordinary shifting and
settling of soil will not fracture or shear the pipe.
LIFETIME WARRANTY: Backed by
one of the strongest warranties in the industry, Endot products carry a lifetime
warranty with a 25 year cost of replacement guarantee.
TYPICAL RADIANT HEATING APPLICATIONS:
Snow Melting Systems
Livestock Building floor heating
Sports Field Heating to extend playing seasons.
Radiant Home Heating. (for systems
with constant operating temperatures of under 120oF)
Corrosion inhibitors must be used when plastic pipe is installed in
a radiant heating system. Consult Endot Temperature vs. Pressure Chart before
selecting a pipe for radiant heating systems.
Consult your local plumbing and heating
contractor for design and installation specifics.
APPLICATION NOTES
ICE SKATING RINKS
Polyethylene (PE) pipe is a cost
effective product for use in the construction of ice skating rink freezing
systems. PE is up to 5 times less expensive than steel pipe and eliminates
the need for costly skilled labor to weld numerous joints. The labor savings
using PE can be up to 75% of a steel pipe installation.
PE can be produced in extra long
coils of up to 1000 feet or on wooden reels of up to 7500 feet thus eliminating
joints and further reducing installation cost. The total time of installation
can be reduced when using PE due to PE's light weight and flexibility.
PE is abrasion resistant and
can be encased in a concrete or sand base with no concern as to corrosion
or other damage. Care in handling must be observed during shipping, storage
and installation to prevent punctures from sharp objects.
PE is nearly chemically inert
and is suitable for use with brine and ethylene glycol solutions. See the
Chemical Resistance Chart for details on specific chemicals.
The Heat Transfer Coefficient
K Value for High Density Polyethylene is 0.26. (BTU/hr/oF/f2/f)
INSTALLATION SUGGESTIONS
Inspect all pipe prior to installation
for damage such as kinking, cuts or abrasions. Do not use pipe that is damaged.
The
base upon which the pipe will be installed should be uniform, smooth and free
of sharp objects.
If insert fittings are used they
should be located outside of the actual ice area for ease of service. Long
lengths of pipe facilitate this method of installation. All clamps must be
stainless steel and two clamps should be used on each side of a fitting.
(See Joining Pipe with Insert Fittings)
Pipe can also be joined using
thermal fusion for even greater reliability. Follow the fusion equipment
instructions carefully.
Installed pipe must be protected
from damage prior to embedment. Do not allow wheelbarrows and other equipment
to travel over the exposed pipe.
The entire system must be pressure
tested with water to 150% of system working pressure prior to embedment.
DO NOT PRESSURE TEST WITH AIR.
APPLICATION NOTES
PRESSURE DROP IN ENDOT EndoPure IPS PIPE
PRESSURE DROP PER 100 FEET CALCULATED
FOR WATER FLOW
APPLICATION NOTES
COMPARISON WATER FLOW CHARACTERISTICS
IN EndoPure PIPE & TUBING
PRESSURE LOSS: PSI/100 FT.
APPLICATION NOTES
CONCRETE
SLAB INSTALLATIONS & RADIANT HEATING
Endot polyethylene (HDPE) pipe
and tubing are versatile products that are ideal for installing potable water
systems and radiant heating systems especially when these systems are installed
in a concrete slab. Using HDPE will provide a system that is superior to
metal piped systems.
The primary advantage of HDPE pipe or tubing in a concrete
slab installation is CORROSION RESISTANCE. Concrete is a highly alkaline
material and this alkalinity will rapidly corrode copper pipe and tubing whereas
HDPE is unaffected by this alkalinity. Endot PE pipe is nearly chemically
inert and provides a system with exceptional longevity. (See Chemical Resistance
Chart)
INSTALLATION EASE: Endot HDPE pipe is lightweight, flexible
and available in extra long continuous lengths for faster, joint free installations.
TOUGH AND DURABLE: Endot HDPE pipe can endure the punishment
of the most demanding installation. Produced from the highest quality polyethylene
resins available Endot pipe can be installed in concrete and under floors
with confidence it will perform for many years.
SUPERIOR FLEXIBILITY: Endot HDPE pipe can be installed in
long continuous lengths and PE3408 coiled pipe can be cold bent to a minimum
radius of 10 to 20 times the nominal pipe diameter to provide for contouring
to installation conditions. Ordinary shifting and settling of soil will not
fracture or shear the pipe.
SUPERIOR CRUSH RESISTANCE: Endot PE pipe is extremely strong
and will withstand high load conditions without fear of collapse or damage.
LIFETIME WARRANTY: Backed by
one of the strongest warranties in the industry, Endot EndoPure carries a
Lifetime Warranty with no replacement limit, Endot Endopoly products carry
a lifetime warranty with a 25 year cost of replacement guarantee.
TYPICAL RADIANT HEATING APPLICATIONS:
Potable Water Service Supply
Snow Melting Systems
Livestock Building floor heating
Sports Field Heating to extend playing seasons.
Radiant Home Heating. (for systems
with constant operating temperatures of under 120oF)
Corrosion inhibitors must be used when plastic pipe is installed in
a radiant heating system. Consult Endot Temperature vs. Pressure Chart before
selecting a pipe for radiant heating systems.
Consult your local plumbing and heating
contractor for design and installation specifics.
APPLICATION NOTES
FORCE
MAIN SEWER SYSTEMS
Endot polyethylene (HDPE) pipe
and tubing are versatile products that are ideal for transport of waste water
and sewage in force main sewer systems. Using HDPE will provide a system
that is superior to metal piped systems.
HDPE pipe and tubing is pressure rated
and able to handle the pressure of grinder pumps.
Endot HDPE pipe is nearly chemically inert and provides a
system with exceptional longevity. (See Chemical Resistance Chart)
INSTALLATION EASE: Endot HDPE pipe is lightweight, flexible
and available in extra long continuous lengths for faster, joint free installations.
TOUGH AND DURABLE: Endot HDPE pipe can endure the punishment
of the most demanding installation. Produced from the highest quality polyethylene
resins available Endot pipe can be buried with confidence it will perform
for many years.
SUPERIOR FLEXIBILITY: Endot HDPE pipe can be installed in
long continuous lengths and PE3408 coiled pipe can be cold bent to a minimum
radius of 10 to 20 times the nominal pipe diameter to provide for contouring
to installation conditions. Ordinary shifting and settling of soil will not
fracture or shear the pipe. Handling on the job site is not as difficult
as PVC and other products that can be brittle and subject to breakage if dropped
or accidentally hit by equipment.
SUPERIOR CRUSH RESISTANCE: Endot PE pipe is extremely strong
and will withstand high load conditions without fear of collapse or damage.
LIFETIME WARRANTY: Backed by
one of the strongest warranties in the industry, Endot EndoPure carries a
Lifetime Warranty with no replacement limit, Endot Endopoly products carry
a lifetime warranty with a 25 year cost of replacement guarantee.
