HDPE jointing methods

A: Plug-in joint socket B: Expansion joint socket

A plug-in joint is an easy to Expansion sockets can absorb
make, detachable and non length changes of pipes with a
pull-tight jointing method. maximum length of 5m.

Jointing process: 1. Cut pipe square and remove burr

2. A Mark insertion depth 2. B Mark insertion depth THE EXPERTS

IN FABRICATED
The pipe needs to be An expansion socket counteracts the
inserted in the plug in socket variation in length caused by the thermal
using the full insertion depth. expansion and shrinkage of the pipe.

DRAINAGE
A plug-in joint is not to be Depending on the ambient temperature
used to accommodate the the insertion depth varies. The right
expansion and contraction of insertion depth for both 0°C and 20°C
a pipe system. is indicated on the expansion socket.

3. Chamfer pipe end

Save time on site by utilising the skills at
The pipe-end needs to be chamfered at an angle of 15°. Marley to build your bespoke fabricated
To obtain an even cut a chamfering tool should be used.
soil system in the material of your choice
4. Make joint
Lubricate the pipe end and insert the pipe up to the marked insertion depth. ££ S AV E S
M O NE Y
E X P ERT ISE

HDPE Expansion Details

Type A Type B S AV E S
Min. Insertion SIMP L IFIC AT IO N
Diameter Total Length Max. Expansion (No white retaining ring) (With white retaining ring) S TO R AG E
Depth @ 20°C
*40mm 132mm 76mm 56mm Type B
*50mm 132mm 76mm 56mm Type B S AV E S Q UA L I T Y,
56mm 132mm 76mm 56mm Type B T IME A SSU R ED
*63mm 132mm 76mm 56mm Type B
75mm – On Fitting On Fitting Type A
S AV E S DEL I V ERY W HEN
*90mm – On Fitting On Fitting Type A WA S T E YO U NEED I T
110mm – On Fitting On Fitting Type A
*125mm – On Fitting On Fitting Type A
160mm – On Fitting On Fitting Type A
200mm 230mm 120mm 110mm Type A
250mm 250mm 125mm 125mm Type A
315mm 270mm 126mm 144mm Type A
*Please note these sizes are made to order and require a 28 day lead time.

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