Astral Pipes
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FEATURES & ADVANTAGES RESISTANCE TO HIGH TEMPERATURES & PRESSURES Astral PEX-a Pro pipes are suitable for use in working temperatures up to 95ºC, being able to withstand accidental spikes of up to 110ºC. Also, given its manufacturing quality and process, it offers much more pressure resistance than any other cross-linked systems. LOW THERMAL CONDUCTIVITY Its low conductivity coefficient (0.38 W/mK) provides energy savings by reducing heat losses. Cross-linked polyethylene pipes, being bad heat conductors, are excellent thermal insulators. ABSENCE OF CONDENSATIONS The condensations, very routine in metal pipes, occur rarely in Astral PEX-a Pro pipes, due to its low thermal conductivity. LIGHTNESS Astral PEX-a Pro pipes are 4 times lighter than metal pipes which facilitates their handling and transport. FLEXIBILITY The flexibility of Astral PEX-a Pro pipes saves money, joints and reduces installation times. PLASTIC MEMORY Astral PEX-a Pro pipes have plastic memory which means that if the pipe is blocked/impacted during the installation, it can be reused easily, since it recovers its original form with an application of hot air. NONCONDUCTIVE - NON CORROSIVE Astral PEX-a Pro pipes do not produce galvanic corrosion. Also, they do not get affected by harsh water and are completely free of any kind of corrosion. Thanks to its extremely smooth surface, inlays are avoided of lime rust which are so frequent in metallic pipes. The Astral PEX-a Pro pipes ensure that the initial flow will keep for life. LESS NOISE Thanks to its manufacturing material - Polyethylene - and the resulting flexibility, PEX-a Pro attenuates the problem of noise and offers higher water circulation speeds. The metal pipes are very noisy at water speeds above 1m/sec, while the PEX-a Pro pipes do not produce noise upto the speeds of 2.5m/sec. HIGHER FLOWS Thanks to its smooth surface, Astral PEX-a Pro pipes have lower losses of loading than the metal pipes, and with that, higher flows are achieved at equal inner diameters. LONG LIFE The life of Astral PEX-a Pro pipes under normal conditions can exceed 50 years of service even at elevated temperatures and pressures. In any case, the Astral PEX-a Pro pipes guarantee a life superior to any other metal or plastic pipe. SUITABLE FOR DRINKING WATER Astral PEX-a Pro pipes respect the organoleptic properties of water. Its use is authorized by the health authorities of the European Union. With PEX-a Pro, one can be assured of the purity of water and avoid the problems of salt / rust formation which is so frequent in metal pipes. ADVANTAGES OF ASTRAL PEX-a PRO SYSTEM • Quick and easy assembly • Better water flow and, smaller pressure loss • Watertight without using o' rings and irrespective of the condition of the assembly tool • Even compression force throughout the ring length • A 20-year safety record Unique Benefits WATERTIGHT The Astral PEX-a Pro joining system guarantees an absolute watertight joint, without the need to perform reviews. During the manufacturing process, it goes through multiple tests using advanced laboratory equipments such as one used for the test of temperature cycles, in which the joint is subjected to cycles of cold water and hot water that simulate working conditions throughout its life. These tests guarantee the absolute tightness of the joints made with Astral PEX-a Pro pipes and fittings. The strength and duration of the joint is even greater than the pipe itself. COMPACT Astral PEX-a Pro accessories don’t protrude from the pipe, making it ideal for use in narrow partitions or pladur type partitions. RECESSED The Astral PEX-a Pro system is one of the few systems authorized by the European Union authorities for wall embedment use. NO WAITING TIME The Astral PEX-a Pro system eliminates the time of waiting before you can perform the pressure test, and put the installation to work immediately. LEAK PROTECTION Although a properly installed Astral PEX-a Pro system is secured from leakage, there may be occasions when extra precautions against damage to the construction of a building from leakage are needed. Astral’s Pipe-in-Pipe allows the pipe to be withdrawn and replaced, especially in solid floors or walls. Any leakage is retained within the conduit and can be detected. EASY RENOVATION In addition, in a concealed pipe run without any T-joints, an accidentally damaged section of pipe can be withdrawn and replaced, whilst minimising structural damage. Expansion ring technology with stop edge for accurate positioning on pipe • No O' rings or other movable parts, reducing chances of leakages • Visual connection and possibility of full plastic system
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