Is the PE pipe sun-resistant?

Is PE pipe sun-resistant? "This question. In fact, PE pipe has a certain degree of sun resistance, but long-term exposure to sunlight will still affect its performance.

PE pipe is made of polyethylene material, in the production process, some PE pipes will add antioxidants, ultraviolet absorbers and other additives, so that it can resist ultraviolet rays to a certain extent and have a certain sun resistance. Under short-term sunlight exposure, PE pipe can maintain good physical properties without obvious damage. For example, in some temporary outdoor construction projects, PE pipe is exposed to sunlight for a short time and can still transport liquid normally to meet the temporary needs of the project.

But the erosion of PE pipe by ultraviolet rays is a long-term process. If the PE pipe is exposed to sunlight for a long time, ultraviolet rays will gradually destroy the chemical bonds in the molecular structure of the polyethylene. Over time, the PE pipe will age, the surface will become rough, and the color will gradually become lighter. At the same time, the flexibility and strength of the pipe will be greatly reduced, and it will become fragile and easy to crack. In practical applications, there have been outdoor irrigation PE pipes in some rural areas. Due to the lack of sun protection measures, after a summer sun exposure, the pipe appeared multiple cracks, resulting in irrigation water leakage, which not only affected the irrigation effect, but also increased the maintenance cost and waste of water resources. Long-term sun exposure will not only reduce the performance of the PE pipe, but also significantly shorten its service life. PE pipes that can be used for many years may need to be replaced within a few years due to long-term sun exposure.

if you want to use PE pipe outdoors for a long time, it is best to take sun protection measures. The common method is to wrap a protective layer on the surface of the PE pipe, such as sunscreen tape, thermal insulation jacket, etc. These protective layers can effectively block ultraviolet rays and reduce the damage of direct sunlight to the PE pipe; you can also install a sunshade above the pipe, build a awning, etc., through physical shielding, reduce the intensity and time of the PE pipe exposed to sunlight. In addition, in the design and construction of the pipe, try to bury the PE pipe underground to avoid exposure to the outdoor environment, which is also an effective means of protection.

Compared with PE pipe, PPR pipe also faces the problem of outdoor sun resistance. PPR pipe is mainly made of random copolymer polypropylene, and its sun resistance is similar to that of PE pipe, and it is also not resistant to long-term sun exposure. When using PPR pipe outdoors, it is also necessary to take corresponding sun protection measures to ensure the performance and service life of the pipe. Therefore, whether it is PE pipe or PPR pipe, it is necessary to pay attention to sun protection in outdoor application scenarios.

in Wuhan, Hubei and other places, choosing high-quality pipe products and professional manufacturers is the key to ensuring the quality of the project. Hubei AD Building Materials Co., Ltd., as a professional PE pipe manufacturer and PPR pipe manufacturer, always adheres to a rigorous attitude and truthfully informs customers of the performance characteristics of the pipe. The PE pipes and PPR pipes produced by the company strictly control the quality during the production process, and will also provide customers with professional use and maintenance suggestions, including sun protection measures for outdoor use. If you have pipe procurement needs, or have questions about the sun resistance and protection measures of PE pipes and PPR pipes, please call 17399989993, Hubei Au Yuan Building Materials Co., Ltd. will provide you with professional answers and services.

PE pipes have certain sun resistance, but long-term exposure will make them aging and brittle. Long-term use of PE pipes outdoors requires necessary sun protection measures. By choosing the pipe products of Hubei Au Yuan Building Materials Co., Ltd., you can not only get reliable quality PE pipes and PPR pipes, but also get professional technical guidance to provide reliable protection for engineering and domestic water.