ISO 16422 Standard PVC-O Pipe

PVC is essentially an amorphous polymer in which the molecules are located randomly. However, under certain conditions of pressure, temperature and speed, by stretching the material, it is possible to orient the polymer molecules in the same direction as which the material has been stretched.

Depending on the process parameters used and mostly stretch ratio, a  higher or lower orientation degree will be obtained. The result is a plastic  with a layered structure which layers can be seen at a glance.

The process of orientation greatly enhances PVC’s physical and mechanical properties and gives it a number of exceptional features, without altering the advantages and properties of the original polymer. Thereby it is obtained a plastic with unbeatable qualities in terms of resistance to traction and fatigue, flexibility and impact resistance.

When used in high-pressure water pipelines this type of piping has a high resistance and an extremely long lifetime. Moreover, the pipe is highly energy-efficient and eco-friendly not only for the way it is made but also because of its subsequent use. Other advantages include reductions in costs and installation times.

PVC-O pipes are the best solution for medium and high pressure water networks for irrigation systems, potable water supply, fire extinguishing networks and pumping systems, among other applications.