HDPE electrofusion pipe fittings are designed to provide robust and homogeneous joints that ensure the integrity and reliability of polyethylene piping networks. These fittings incorporate embedded heating elements that enable controlled fusion, resulting in high-strength connections capable of withstanding demanding operating pressures and environmental conditions. Their corrosion resistance and long service life make them particularly well-suited for critical water, gas, and industrial fluid conveyance systems.
Engineered for superior installation efficiency and operational dependability, electrofusion fittings offer exceptional versatility for branching, reduction, and directional changes within pipeline networks. Their compatibility with modern HDPE piping systems, coupled with minimal maintenance requirements and excellent resistance to chemical attack and abrasion, makes them an ideal solution for infrastructure, utility, and process applications where performance and durability are paramount.
Standard
- ISO 4427:2007, ISO 6964, ISO 3126
Material
- High Density Polyethylene, PE 100
Application
The above fittings are used to connect pipes or valves in the network.
Specification
- Fittings shall be injection moulded and
- Dimensions of fittings shall be measured in accordance with ISO 3126.
- Meets requirements of PE 100+ Association,SDR 11, PN 16
- Carbon black content in compound : 2.25 + 0.25%, by mass in accordance with ISO 6964.
- Minimum required strength (at 20ºC): 10 Mpa, Design temperature: 40 Deg. C
- Minimum Density at 23ºC – 0.95 g/cm3
- Melt Flow rate at 190ºC & 2.16 kg load –
- Melt Flow rate at 190ºC & 5 kg load –
- Yield Tensile Stress (at 23ºC) – 25 Mpa
- Elongation at break - >600%
- Thermal conductivity: 0.4 W/mo k
- Vicat softening point at 1 kg load = 124ºC
- Design Pressure: 16 bar, 25 bar, 40 bar.
- Suitable for electrofusion and fusion indicator to indicate fusion after process.
- Copper coils as heating element.
- Bar code available for scanning by electrofusion machine.
- Potable water certificate is available.
- The thermal stability of polyethylene material meets the requirement of ISO 4427.
- Hydrostatic strength of fittings compliesto ISO 4427 when tested in accordance with ISO 1167.
