How to Anchor PVC and CPVC Pipe
How to Anchor PVC and CPVC Pipe
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I'm trying to find a way to anchor runs of PVC and CPVC piping, where there will be an expansion loop midway between anchors. The anchors will be used to secure the pipe so I can take up the thermal growth with expansion loops. I am looking at a pipe clamp, Cooper B-Line B2000 Series, that is used in a Uni-strut support. The problem with the B2000 type of clamp is that it will only hold an axial reaction of 150 pounds. My reactions will exceed that.
Some data:
a) typical pipe sizes are 3/4 to 4 inch, Schedule 40.
b) pipe materials are PVC and CPVC.
c) installation temp = 50 degrees F. Operating temp = 130 deg F.
d) pipe run between anchors = 40 feet.
Any ideas out there?
Some data:
a) typical pipe sizes are 3/4 to 4 inch, Schedule 40.
b) pipe materials are PVC and CPVC.
c) installation temp = 50 degrees F. Operating temp = 130 deg F.
d) pipe run between anchors = 40 feet.
Any ideas out there?





RE: How to Anchor PVC and CPVC Pipe
Make a concrete encasement around a slip joint.
Other ideas,
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RE: How to Anchor PVC and CPVC Pipe
RE: How to Anchor PVC and CPVC Pipe
Don't be afraid to use your imagination, as long as its tempered with some common sense.
"The top of the organisation doesn't listen sufficiently to what the bottom is saying." Tony Hayward X-CEO BP
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hpiIWMWWVco
"Being GREEN isn't easy." Kermit
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RE: How to Anchor PVC and CPVC Pipe
RE: How to Anchor PVC and CPVC Pipe
As an aside, if you are operating at 130 Deg F, I'd stay away from PVC. It is only rated to 140 maximum.
RE: How to Anchor PVC and CPVC Pipe