Hexa Generation

Strength, durability and extensive capacity: the features of the Coestherm Hexa pipes generation.

Innovation continues...

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Coestherm Hexa Multilayer Pipe

The constant commitment of Coes in technological innovation
The Coes Group has developed an important innovation on the PP random segment for carrying water in pressurised systems. The New Generation of Coestherm Hexa multilayer pipes made of PP-RCT (Polypropylene Random Cristalline, Toughened and Temperature Resistant) is the result of years of research into raw materials and production processes, summarising all the advantages of polymeric materials and metal alloys in a single pipe. Coestherm Hexa Multilayer Pipe: Has an increased capacity. The finer thickness of the pipe enables a 20% increase in fluid capacity. It is stronger and more reliable. The decision to develop a pipe made up of 3 layers of plastic ensures increased strength and durability. Coestherm Hexa Multilayer Pipe is guaranteed for 50 years at an operating temperature of 70 C and pressure of 10 bar. Its easier to install. The finer thickness of the pipe enables a considerable reduction in weight. Moreover, thanks to the outer layer of PP random, it is perfectly compatible for joining with the fittings of the Coestherm range. Reduced linear dilatation enables a reduction in the use of fastening points. The Coestherm Hexa Multilayer Pipe range of pipes is available in PN 20 in diameters from 16 to 200 mm and is particularly suitable for diameters over 40 mm.

Innovative raw material PP-RCT

Pipe in 3 layers.

Total absence of glass fibres. To guarantee extreme strength.

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Years guaranteed duration!

100% recyclable

20% increased capacity compared with traditional PP-R pipes.

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Coestherm Hexa Multilayer Pipe innovation continues

Raw material and innovation

Why choose PP-RCT
Coes, having always paid attention to the system-related needs of designers, builders and fitters on the international markets, has decided to invest in technological innovation in raw materials to meet the needs of strength and durability of installations, while guaranteeing savings on installation costs, thanks to the increased capacity of the pipes and less dilatation.

Greater strength Greater durability Greater capacity

Features of PP-RCT
It is certified as suitable for drinking
The raw material used to make Coestherm Hexa Multilayer Pipe is certified as suitable for drinking, a guarantee which is necessary for safety in the domestic environment (contact with eyes, use for food-related purposes).

100% recyclable
Unlike products treated with mineral fibres, the Coestherm Hexa Multilayer Pipe is completely recyclable for the original destination of use. This offers further confirmation of the eco-compatible choice of Coes.

Hexagonal structure of the Polymer

The hexagonal crystalline structure of Coestherm Hexa Multilayer Pipe enables considerable mechanical resistance even at high temperatures.

Monoklin

INNER LAYER light green PP-RCT

smooth surface, with low
loss of load

OUTER LAYER dark green PP-R

total compatibility with
welded joints of the Coesthermrange high resistance to thermal ageing

Hexagonal
PP-R Alfa - monocline crystalline structure The crystalline structure of PP-RCT is much finer than that of traditional PP-R.

resistance to the chemical

aggression of water

MIDDLE LAYER neutral coloured PP-RCT base compound

PP-RCT Beta - hexagonal crystalline structure high resistance to pressure
and mechanical stress

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Maximum strength!
To check the strength of the Coestherm Hexa Multilayer Pipe, a calculation programme was used to simulate the stress to which the pipe is subjected in order to determine the optimal thicknesses.

Charpy test
The Charpy test measures the resistance of the material, or the capacity to absorb shock energy. The greater the quantity of energy absorbed, expressed in Joules, the greater the resistance to shock. In this way, it is possible to test the strength of the pipe, even at low temperatures.

(yellow = max. value; blue = min. value)

COESTHERM HEXA MULTILAYER PIPE

PRESSURISED TO 10 BAR, TEMPERATURE OF 70C, MAXIMUM TENSIONS OF APPROXIMATELY 3.2 MPa*

FIBERGLASS PIPE

Results of the Charpy test

PRESSURISED TO 10 BAR, TEMPERATURE OF 70C, MAXIMUM TENSIONS OF APPROXIMATELY 1.1 MPa*
Comparison between the Coestherm Hexa Multilayer Pipe and Fiberglass pipe.

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*1 MPa = 10 bar Coestherm Hexa Multilayer Pipe Fiberglass pipe

Joule/mm^2

The stress factor is distributed i n the inner layer of the pipe ( yellow), determining a strength index of 8, the result of the ratio between the maximum resistance of 25 MPa and the charge of 3.2 MPa

The stress factor is concentrated in the middle layer of the pipe (yellow), determining a strength index of 5, the result of the ratio between the maximum resistance of 50 MPa(1) and the charge of 10 MPa

(1) The simulation of the fiberglass pipe is based on a laboratory product and the values refer to public technical-commercial datasheets on PP-R charged with fiberglass.

EVEN AT 0C THE COESTHERM HEXA MULTILAYER PIPE SHOWS EXCEPTIONAL RESISTANCE!

The fiberglass pipe is subject to greater risk of breakage, which, even in the installation phase, might not be immediately visible.

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Unbeatable durability!
The Coestherm Hexa Multilayer Pipe has been subjected to water in water testing to measure long-term Resistance to Pressure, in compliance with ISO 9080. When filled with water and subjected to pressure, the pipe is immersed in a tank at different temperatures.

+20% greater capacity

The Coestherm Hexa Multilayer Pipe enables the 20% reduction of the thickness of the walls, enabling the installation of pipes with a smaller diameter with the same capacity compared with the traditional PP-R pipe.
Coestherm pipe in PP-R SDR 6 Coestherm Hexa Multilayer Pipe in PP-RCT SDR 7.4
(same outer diameter)

Results of the water in water test

Black = PP-R Orange = PP-RCT

Coestherm Hexa Multilayer Pipe in PP-RCT SDR 7.4

(smaller outer diameter)

50 years

Tension (MPa)

10

50 years

Economic advantage:
In the cost of the pipes
Pos for installing smaller diameters (up to 30% financial savings).

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About 15% less pipe dilatation

COESTHERM HEXA MULTILAYER PIPE LASTS 50 YEARS, AT A TEMPERATURE OF 70C!

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+20% greater capacity

Comparison of Coestherm Hexa Multilayer Pipe and Coestherm pipe. With the same outer diameter, Coestherm Hexa Multilayer Pipe is 20% better.
Coestherm Hexa PN20 Coestherm PN20

Jointing Methods
The outer layer of PP-R of the Coestherm Hexa Multilayer Pipe makes it compatible with the fittings of the Coesthermrange. This makes it possible to use multi-casting and electric coupling welding techniques.

no investment in new equipment no investment in technical training

Coestherm Hexa Multilayer Pipe jointing phases using Coestherm, fittings and the multi-casting welding.

Capacity (l/min) ND Nominal Diameter (mm)

COESTHERM HEXA PN20 - SDR 7.4

ND mm Capacity l/min

COESTHERM PN20 - SDR 6

Capacity l/min

1. Heat the pipe and the fitting at the same time using a multi-caster tool

2. Reach a temperature of 260C

3. Join the pipe and fitting without rotating them

CAUTION!
For correct welding, check the instructions supplied with the multi-caster tool and the welding machine

16 20 25 32 40 50 63 75 90 110 125 160 200

6.34 10.0 15.5 25.4 39.7 62.0 98.4 139.4 200.8 299.9 387.3 634.6 991.5

5.29 8.13 12.99 21.2 33.3 52.6 83.1 117.8 169.6 253.9 327.8 537.5 841.1

Coestherm Hexa Multilayer Pipe jointing phases using Coestherm, fittings and the electric coupling welding.

1. Introduce the scraped and cleaned pipe into the electric coupling connected to the welding machine

2. Wait at least 2 hours from completing the welding procedure before pressurising the system

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Fields of application
Coestherm Hexa Multilayer Pipe can be used in all system applications, in new or renovation works.

DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS FOR HEATING AND AIR-CONDITIONING

Supporting columns and branches to the floors of civil and industrial buildings Connection to hot / cold generators (radiators/convection fans) Connection to distribution manifolds

PLUMBING SYSTEMS FOR WATER FOR CIVIL AND INDUSTRIAL USE

Supporting columns for the distribution of hot / cold plumbing water Branches to the floors of buildings Connection to water heaters

Coes suggests the use of Coestherm Hexa Multilayer Pipe for the columns of buildings and Coestherm for distribution to rooms

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COMPRESSED AIR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS

FLUID DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS FOR AGRICULTURE AND INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTION PROCESSES

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Range
Coestherm HEXA Multilayer Pipe PN20 - SDR 7.4 Bars measuring 4 metres, packed in bags.

Certifications
MECHANICAL RESISTANCE
Raw material PP-RCT DIN 8077-8078 Germany Spain Australia SKZ AENOR SAI GLOBAL in progress in progress in progress System

Pipe name:
Coestherm Hexa Multilayer Pipe PP-RCT/PP-RCT/PP-R, Made in Italy, ND x thickness, PN20 SDR 7.4, reference DIN, date of production.

The Coestherm Hexa Multilayer Pipe Range also includes the

external nominal in mm. 16 20 25 32 40 50

internal in mm. 11.6 14.6 18.2 23.2 29.0 36.2 45.6 54.4 65.2 79.8 90.6 116.0 145.0

thickness in mm. 2.2 2.7 3.4 4.4 5.5 6.9 8.7 10.3 12.4 15.1 17.2 22.0 27.5

SUITABILITY FOR DRINKING

Raw material PP-RCT Germany Italy Italy EU, Italy, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Holland, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Czech Rep., USA For information on the standards of each country, please contact the Coes Marketing Department System DVGW ARPA DM 174/04 in progress in progress

16 mm!

Coes recommends the use of the Coestherm HEXA Multilayer Pipe from the 40 mm size upwards

63 75 90 110 125 160 200

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