O-PVC: The Future of Piping Solutions

The proverb “Necessity is the mother of invention” suits the introduction of O-PVC (a polymer) pipes. Due to tremendous cost increases in traditional piping projects, O-PVC pipes have taken their own place in India, similar to European countries and China.

Introduction to PVC-O

PVC-O is the latest technological innovation in polyvinyl piping materials. PVC (oriented) or PVC-O is manufactured by processing polyvinyl chloride molecules through biaxial orientation. This process makes regular PVC more corrosion-resistant and allows PVC pipes and fittings to withstand high-pressure water conveyance.

Why O-PVC?

Due to its low cost, higher strength, easy installation, durability, and various favorable properties, O-PVC has proven to be a better material than traditional options in the piping industry.

O-PVC is an Oriented Poly Vinyl Chloride material, produced by molecular orientation in both circumferential and axial directions.

Key Benefits of Molecular Orientation:

• Reduced thickness, leading to a larger internal diameter, improving hydraulic characteristics
• Lower material cost compared to other pipes
• Higher impact strength
• Layered structure, resulting in better crack propagation resistance
• Superior flexibility and elasticity, making it a better choice than PVC, HDPE, D.I., and other pipes

Technical Characteristics of O-PVC Pipes:

📏 Diameter: From 110 mm OD to 250 mm OD
⚙️ Pressure Rating: PN 10, PN 12.5, PN 16, PN 20 & PN 25
🔬 Material Grade: MRS 450 (45 MPa), MRS 500 (50 MPa)
📊 Design Coefficient: 1.4 and 1.6
🎨 Color Options: Grey, Blue, Cream