3rd Industrial City, Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Aramco Vendor #10116102
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High-Performance uPVC Pressure Pipes (DIN 8062 & ASTM D1785)

Certified pressure pipes from 16mm to 500mm (PN 6 to PN 25, Schedule 40 & 80) for potable water transmission, irrigation networks, and industrial utility mains.

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CATEGORY OVERVIEW

Engineering Value & Standards Compliance

ALFA Al-Arabia manufactures high-density unplasticized polyvinyl chloride (uPVC) pressure pipes conforming strictly to DIN 8062, ISO 1452, SASO 14/1517, and ASTM D1785. Engineered with 100% lead-free virgin resin, our pressure series delivers exceptional hydraulic efficiency (Hazen-Williams C=150), extreme chemical resistance to saline groundwater, and guaranteed burst resistance >3.5x working pressure.

Governing Standards: DIN 8062, ISO 1452, SASO 14/1517, ASTM D1785, ASTM D2241
Size Range: 20 mm to 500 mm (1/2" to 12" IPS) | Ratings: PN 6, PN 10, PN 16, PN 25 / Schedule 40 & Schedule 80
Key Applications: Potable Water Supply Agricultural Irrigation Industrial Process Water
Key Industries: Civil Infrastructure Water & Utilities Agribusiness
AVAILABLE SERIES

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VERIFIED STANDARD

uPVC Pressure Pipes DIN 8062

Metric Series PN 6 to PN 25 (20mm - 500mm)

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VERIFIED STANDARD

uPVC Pressure Pipes ASTM D1785

Imperial IPS Schedule 40 & Schedule 80 (1/2" - 12")

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DIN 8062 vs ASTM D1785 Engineering Sizing & Pressure Ratings

Nominal Size Outside Diameter (mm) DIN 8062 PN 10 Wall (mm) DIN 8062 PN 16 Wall (mm) ASTM Sch 40 Wall (mm) ASTM Sch 80 Wall (mm) Working Pressure Rating
DN 50 / 2" IPS 50.0 / 60.3 2.4 mm 3.7 mm 3.91 mm 5.54 mm 10 - 28 bar (145 - 400 psi)
DN 80 / 3" IPS 90.0 / 88.9 4.3 mm 6.6 mm 5.49 mm 7.62 mm 10 - 21 bar (145 - 300 psi)
DN 100 / 4" IPS 110.0 / 114.3 5.3 mm 8.1 mm 6.02 mm 8.56 mm 10 - 16 bar (145 - 220 psi)
DN 150 / 6" IPS 160.0 / 168.3 7.7 mm 11.8 mm 7.11 mm 10.97 mm 10 - 16 bar (145 - 280 psi)
CATEGORY FAQS

Technical & Procurement FAQs

1. What makes ALFA's uPVC Pressure Piping Systems superior for Saudi projects?

Our uPVC Pressure Piping Systems are manufactured using 100% virgin lead-free resin under strict ISO 9001 and Saudi Aramco Vendor #10116102 quality standards, delivering superior burst strength, thermal stability, and corrosion immunity.

2. What standards govern uPVC Pressure Piping Systems?

Depending on the exact specification, systems comply with DIN 8062, ISO 1452, SASO 14/1517, ASTM D1785, ASTM D2241.

3. What diameter ranges and pressure classes are available?

Available in sizes from 20 mm to 500 mm (1/2" to 12" IPS), supporting PN 6, PN 10, PN 16, PN 25 / Schedule 40 & Schedule 80.

4. How do these pipes perform in harsh saline soil conditions?

Thermoplastic piping provides 100% galvanic corrosion immunity, making it impervious to high sulfate and chloride sabkha soils found in coastal Saudi regions.

5. What certifications accompany shipments?

Every order is accompanied by factory mill test certificates (MTC), dimensional compliance sheets, and third-party laboratory burst test reports.

6. Can ALFA supply matching fittings and fabricated bends?

Yes, our Jeddah fabrication plant manufactures matching sweep bends, tees, and flange adaptors fully rated for system working pressures.

7. What is the transit lead time from the Jeddah plant?

Western Province: 24h; Central/Riyadh: 24-48h; Eastern/Northern/Southern: 48-72h.

8. How do I submit an itemized BOQ for tender quotation?

Upload your tender BOQ schedule using the upload modal on this page or email sales@alfaalarabia.co for immediate factory-direct pricing.

9. How does water hammer impact uPVC pressure pipe design in booster networks?

Water hammer wave velocity in uPVC (c ≈ 300–400 m/s) is roughly one-third that of ductile iron or steel (c ≈ 1,000–1,200 m/s), resulting in substantially lower peak surge pressure spikes for sudden pump stop events.

10. What is the recommended trench bedding material under ASTM D2321?

Class I crushed angular stone (6mm to 20mm) or Class II clean, well-graded coarse sand compacted to 90% Standard Proctor density provides optimal continuous lateral support without pipe indentation.

11. Can uPVC pressure pipes be connected directly to cast ductile iron valves?

Yes. ALFA manufactures flanged adaptors with ductile iron backup rings conforming to EN 1092-2 PN 10/16 and ASME B16.5 Class 150, enabling seamless, leak-proof mechanical transitions to isolation and check valves.

12. What hydrostatic field test pressures are required before commissioning?

Saudi NWC and international standards mandate hydrostatic site testing at 1.5 times the maximum designed operating pressure, maintained for a minimum of 2 to 4 hours with allowable pressure loss less than 0.2 bar.

13. How does thermal expansion affect buried versus above-ground uPVC pipe runs?

Buried pipes are continuously restrained by soil friction and compaction, eliminating snaking. Above-ground installations require guided pipe clamps and expansion loops calculated using an expansion rate of 0.07 mm/m/°C.

14. How does ALFA ensure traceability from resin silos to contractor site receiving?

Every single pipe length is continuously inkjet-marked with resin lot numbers, standard, size, pressure rating, Aramco Vendor Code #10116102, and date of manufacture, cross-referenced on the authenticated Mill Test Certificate.