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PVC Derating
Urecon U.I.P.® pre-insulated CPVC pipe substantially reduces the heat loss of central hot water distribution systems. Pre-insulated CPVC pipe is available in Schedule 40 and 80. If used in water service hotter than 23°C (73.4 °F), the pressure rating of the pipe must be corrected as follows:
Temperature/pressure corrections for
Schedule 40 and 80 CPVC in hot water service
| Temperature |
Derating Factor |
| °C |
°F |
| 23 |
73 |
1.00 |
| 27 |
80 |
.96 |
| 32 |
90 |
.92 |
| 38 |
100 |
.85 |
| 49 |
120 |
.70 |
| 60 |
140 |
.55 |
| 71 |
160 |
.40 |
| 82 |
180 |
.25 |
| 93 |
200 |
.18 |
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>200 |
Not recommended |
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