Why Choose Chlorinated Polyvinyl Chloride (CPVC) rather than Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Pipes?
Not to be confused with the more popular Polyvinyl Chloride, or PVC, CPVC has several additional characteristics, which according to some professionals, could warrant its superiority over PVC: • CPVC, more ductile than PVC, is considered as an excellent alternative to metal and many other types of pipes that may be susceptible to corrosion • CPVC piping has a 100 PSI (pounds per square inch) pressure rating at 180°F and a 400 PSI pressure rating at room temperature • CPVC is considered ideal for applications such as storage tanks, tank lining, and tower packing • CPVC is resistant to most everyday household chemicals • CPVC materials do not support combustion, making it an excellent alternative to copper pipes and steel pipes that are commonly used in fire sprinkler applications. CPVC fire sprinkler systems are approved for use in single-family dwellings, multifamily dwellings, and light hazard environments.
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