Water supply pipe carries potable hot and cold water under pressure. The common residential options — PPR, PEX, CPVC, PVC and PB — differ mainly in temperature rating, jointing and flexibility. Compare them below and open each type for its specification.
| Material | Hot water | Max temp | Joint | Flexibility |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PPR | yes | ~95 °C | fusion | rigid |
| PEX | yes | ~82 °C | crimp/clamp | flexible |
| CPVC | yes | ~93 °C | solvent | rigid |
| PVC | no (cold only) | ~60 °C | solvent | rigid |
| PB | local approval* | ~82 °C | crimp/heat | flexible |
*PB (polybutylene) is restricted or uncommon in some markets — confirm local acceptance. Typical values, indicative; confirm against datasheet and code.
PPR (polypropylene random copolymer) pipe is a rigid, heat-fused plastic pipe widely used for residential…
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View specsCPVC (chlorinated polyvinyl chloride) is a rigid, solvent-welded pipe rated to about 93°C, used for resid…
View specsPVC (polyvinyl chloride) pipe is a rigid, low-cost, solvent-welded plastic pipe for COLD water supply and…
View specsPB (polybutylene) is a flexible water-supply pipe that was once common but is now uncommon or restricted …
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