Water supply pipes refer to the pipe system used to deliver water. According to different uses and materials, water supply pipes can be divided into several different types. The following will introduce the types of water supply pipes and their characteristics in detail.
Classification by material
The pipes in the water supply or water supply system can be divided into metal pipes, non-metallic pipes, and composite pipes according to the material.
Metal pipes
Metal pipes mainly include steel pipes, cast iron pipes, copper pipes, and so on. Steel pipes are usually used in large water supply systems and have good pressure resistance and durability. Cast iron pipe was widely used in the past, but due to its easy rust, easy corrosion, and other shortcomings, it is now gradually replaced by other materials. Copper pipes are mostly used in high-end residential and small water supply systems because of their good thermal conductivity and corrosion resistance.
Non-metallic pipes
Non-metallic pipes mainly include plastic pipes, glass fiber-reinforced plastic pipes, concrete pipes, etc. Plastic pipes are currently the most widely used non-metallic pipes, including polyethylene tubing (PE pipes), polyvinyl chloride pipes (PVC pipes), etc. They have the advantages of lightness, corrosion resistance, and easy installation. Glass fiber reinforced plastic pipes have higher strength and durability and are suitable for some special occasions. Concrete pipes are mainly used in large water supply systems and have good pressure resistance and durability.
Composite pipes
Composite pipes refer to pipes made of two or more different materials, such as steel-plastic composite pipes, aluminum-plastic composite pipes, etc. This type of pipe combines the advantages of different materials, such as steel-plastic composite pipes that combine the strength of steel pipes and the corrosion resistance of plastic pipes.
Classification by purpose
The pipes in the water supply or water supply system can be divided into water supply pipes, drainage pipes, and fire-fighting pipes according to their purpose.
The water supply pipe is used to transport water from the water source to the user and needs to meet the requirements of water quality, water pressure, and water volume. The drainage pipe is used to discharge wastewater from the user to the sewage treatment plant or natural water body and needs to meet the requirements of drainage volume and discharge standards. The fire-fighting pipe is used to provide fire-fighting water or other fire-fighting media to the fire scene and needs to meet the requirements of rapid response and water supply pressure.
Classification by connection method
The pipes in the water supply or water supply system can be divided into threaded pipes, socket pipes, hot melt pipes, etc., according to the connection method.
Threaded pipes are mainly used for the connection of metal pipes, which are sealed and connected through threads and sealing materials. Socket connection pipe is mainly used for non-metal pipe connection, through the socket and sealing material to achieve sealing and connection. The hot melt connection pipe is mainly used for the connection of plastic pipes, and the pipe material is melted and formed by heating.
The above is a brief introduction to the Types of water supply pipes. In actual applications, different types of pipes may be selected and combined according to different needs and occasions to meet the normal operation of the water supply system and the water needs of users.
