Effect of Sun / UV on strength of Fiber Glass piping
Effect of Sun / UV on strength of Fiber Glass piping
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We have recently experienced failure of 12" fiber glass water pipe ( about 40 years old ) operating at ~ 50 psig. The failed section of the pipeline was exposed to direct sunlight and thus exhibits erosion / deterioration of the surface epoxy coat. This is evident as some of the fibers on the surface can be seen detached.
But generally the pipe surface is rigid and does not appear to be bad. Only the smooth feeling of the surface has disappeared from the exposed section.
Could some one help if the sunlight exposure can lead to deterioration of the piping material or this failure is due to possible material defect.
Thanks
But generally the pipe surface is rigid and does not appear to be bad. Only the smooth feeling of the surface has disappeared from the exposed section.
Could some one help if the sunlight exposure can lead to deterioration of the piping material or this failure is due to possible material defect.
Thanks





RE: Effect of Sun / UV on strength of Fiber Glass piping
Steve Jones
Materials & Corrosion Engineer
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RE: Effect of Sun / UV on strength of Fiber Glass piping
RE: Effect of Sun / UV on strength of Fiber Glass piping
This was why I was wondoring if the the failure could be due to some other reasons like surge, material defect etc.
Anyway thanks for your valuable thoughts.
RE: Effect of Sun / UV on strength of Fiber Glass piping
You were very fortunate that your pipe had a long happy life.
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RE: Effect of Sun / UV on strength of Fiber Glass piping
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Geoffrey Chaucer 15th Century
RE: Effect of Sun / UV on strength of Fiber Glass piping
Best of luck with your problem.
Corrosionman