CPVC – Chlorinated polyvinyl chloride
CPVC (Chlorinated Polyvinyl Chloride) is a thermoplastic produced by chlorinating PVC resin. It is known for its high temperature and pressure resistance, making it ideal for hot and cold water distribution, industrial liquid handling, and fire suppression systems.
Applications
Plumbing
- Hot and Cold Water Distribution
- Pipe Fittings
- Valves
Industrial
- Chemical Processing
- Industrial Liquid Handling
- Ventilation Ducts
General Specifications
- Density: 1.49 g/cm³
- Tensile Strength: 50-70 N/mm²
- Flexural Modulus: 2500-4000 N/mm²
- Thermal Conductivity: 0.14 W/mK
- Thermal Expansion: 50-80 x 10^-6 /°C
- Maximum Operating Temperature: 90-95°C (194-203°F)
- Hardness: Shore D: 80-90
- Vicat Softening Point: 103-115°C