What is BS EN 17176-1 - PVC-O general aspects about?
BS EN 17176-1 specifies the general aspects and characteristics of materials. BS EN 17176-1 is applicable to piping systems intended for the supply of water with a maximum allowable operating pressure (PFA) up to and including 25 bar1). The piping system according to this document is intended for the conveyance of cold water up to and including 45 °C and especially in those applications where special performance requirements are needed, such as impact loads and pressure fluctuations.
Who is BS EN 17176-1- PVC-O general aspects for?
BS EN 17176-1 on PVC-O general aspects is applicable to:
- Unplasticized poly (vinyl chloride) (PVC-O) purchasers and the specifier
- Plumber
- Civil engineers
- Product development / innovation / research teams
- Quality control teams
Why should you use BS EN 17176-1- PVC-O general aspects?
Plastic piping comes in solid wall folded structure and is available in a variety of common materials. PVC is one of the plastic pipes is used which provides good flexibility, a smooth surface, and nontoxic quality.
BS EN 17176-1 describes the material characteristics of oriented unplasticized poly (vinyl chloride) (PVC-O) solid wall piping systems intended for water supply and buried drainage, sewerage, and irrigation under pressure or above-ground were protected from direct sunlight.
In respect of potential adverse effects on the quality of water intended for human consumption, caused by the products covered by BS EN 17176-1, the following is relevant:
BS EN 17176-1 provides no information as to whether or not the products can be used without restriction. Existing national regulations concerning the use and/or the characteristics of these products remain in force. BS EN 17176-1 describes the plastic piping system of unplasticized poly (vinyl chloride) (PVC-O) which lists the following benefits:
- Resistance of corrosion
- Saves energy
- Easier to install
- Smaller risk of leakage
- Recyclable
- Less time and efforts required to maintain
- Efficient low rate and reduces the cost
Using BS EN 17176-1 guidelines, you can determine the requirements for a piping system made from oriented unplasticized poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC-O) and its components and provide your customers with safe and reliable products.
