What Are PP Compression Fitting? PP means Protection Power and D mean Density. The purpose of the PP Compression Fitting is to reduce the pressure in the pipe and its surroundings by taking away the air from it. The pressure of the compressed air prevents the flow of the liquid and makes it difficult for the pressurized pipe to expand. The compression thus results in less strain on the pipeline, which in turn ensures that your infrastructure does not suffer from damages.
The compression fitting is usually a part called the PPP or the pre-pitched peripheral seal. The fitting is available as single pe pipes (single stage) or multi-stage units (multistage). Single PE pipes are widely used where the pressure is low. Multi-stage or multi pe pipes are commonly used when the pressure is high and it is preferred that the pipeline is closed from all sides.
The PP Compression Fitting can be fitted to any pipeline with the nominal size of 20, 25 or 32 mm. However, the installation may vary depending upon the pipe run. The common installation is of the single-stage compression fittings. This is suitable for pipelines having a small diameter and it requires less space than that of the multi-stage units. The installation is done by the use of threaded rods or threading rings. It can also be done by using hydraulic machinery, but this is not recommended because of the risks involved.
When you are purchasing the PP Compression Fitting, you should ensure that it has been approved by the US FDA. The FDA declares that all its compression fittings conform to the standards and guidelines stipulated by its policy for the manufacture, packaging, and labeling of dietary supplements and drugs. You can check out complete details of the product that has been approved for sale through the FDA website. It is essential for you to ensure that the size of the pipe that you have purchased is compatible with the dimension given in the specification sheet of the FDA. It is important for you to understand the various advantages of using the Compression Fitting in the right manner.
In order to install the PP Compression Fitting, you should establish the operating pressure of your pipeline. It should be established by taking the pressure gauge and measuring the pressure transducers. It should be noted that the FDA does not approve the products for sale unless it is meeting the required criteria. If the manufacturers do not submit adequate proof that they have met the criteria then they will not be approved for marketing. It is mandatory for manufacturers to submit adequate proof of meeting the criteria of the FDA before offering their products for sale.
Once the pressure measuring tools are established, you can proceed to the installation phase. You should have a standard size (x) and a standard length (y) in your mind when you start doing the installation process. These dimensions will determine the size of the Compression Fitting that needs to be installed. The two major types of PP Compression Fittings are the Threaded and the Non Threaded types. The Non Threaded type is available in both flexible and non-flexible configurations. The threaded type is only available in flexible configuration.
You can either buy the fittings from the market or you can have custom-made PP Compression Fittings. Custom made with compression fittings are more durable as compared to the standard ones. Custom-made pipe fitting often has precision-cut edges on its perimeter to prevent the spread of rust. This reduces the downtime that the company would be facing if the fittings would get damaged in transit.
The manufacture of the threaded type of PP compression fitting ensures that the end product has high quality and is able to meet diverse requirements. If you need a lower gauge pipe, then you will find that there is a wide array of smaller threaded sizes to suit your diverse requirements. However, it is essential that you do not compromise with the quality for saving money. You will find that the threaded one comes at a higher cost of about $90. The threaded one is also available in various different configurations to fit diverse requirements.