KiTEC Composite Pipes (ISI marked): KiTEC Composite Pipes have pressure rating of 13.8 Kg/Cm^2 at 23o C and 11.0 Kg/Cm^2 at 60oC. KiTEC Composite Pipes can safely be used for 6 Kg/Cm^2 pressure at 80oC operating temperature. Short term excursions to 95oC will not affect the overall performance. Design life span for KiTEC Composite Pipes is more than 50 years. KiTEC Composite Pipes are manufactured as per IS 15450:2004

The Pipes are black in colour on outer layer and in natural colour in inner layer are UV-resistant and can be safely used for outdoor as well as concealed installations.

KiTEC Composite PE-AL-PEX Pipes (IAPMOIGC-309:2014): KiTEC introduced a new range of composite Pipes having cross linked polyethylene (PEX) layer inside. Cross-linked polyethylene, commonly abbreviated PEX or XLPE, is a form of polyethylene with cross- links. PEX is made from high density polyethylene (HDPE) and improves property at elevated temperature. KiTEC Composite PE-AL- PEX Pipes have a pressure rating of 12 kg/cm^2 at 23o C temperature, 8 kg/cm^2 at 80o C temperature and 5 kg/cm^2 at 95o C temperature. Design life span for KiTEC Composite PE-AL-PEX Pipes is in excess of 50 years.

KiTEC Composite PE-AL-PEX PR-Pipes are manufactured as per IAPMO IGC-India 309-2014, the specification for Polyethylene/Aluminium/Cross linked Polyethylene (PE-AL-PEX) Composite Pipes. The manufacturing range and dimensional details are same as KiTEC Composite Pipes (IAPMO IGC -308).

The Pipes, black in colour on outer layer and orange colour in the inner layer with continuous red line, are UV resistant and can be safely used for outdoor as well as concealed installations.

KiTEC Industries (India) Private Limited has been manufacturing PE-AL-PE Composite Pipes in India since 1996. Manufacture and marketing competitive World class range of products is the result of continual product Research and Development Manufacturing efficiencies, and dedication to quality is driving force at KiTEC.

Introduction of insulated pipe

Anti-sun heat preservation Composite Pipe. It is called anti-sun heat preservation Composite Pipe because this product combines anti-sun function and heat preservation effect in one,

• The Outer UV stabilised layer protects the foam from UV.
• The Foam Layer having thermal conductivity as low as 0.04 W/(mºK) reduces the heat loss.
• The inner PE-AL-PE or PE-AL-PEX Composite pipe combines the best features of metal and plastic.

Because the surface is tough and resilient, it has a higher degree of puncture resistance when compared to fiberglass products. Even if the insulation surface is punctured, torn or otherwise damaged, the product still resists moisture absorption and microbial growth. CCF does not require an outer moisture vapour barrier or liner because the closed cell structure will not absorb moisture. The surface is easily cleaned if necessary to further resist microbial growth. CCF resists compression due to its rigidity and hence retains its thermal insulating capacity to a greater degree than fiberglass will under compressive forces.

Physical Properties:

Closed Cell Foam insulation (CCF) is a generic term used for Polyethylene based insulation having a closed cell structure. CCF is routinely used in the HVAC and plumbing industry to prevent surface condensation.

Service Temperature:

Polyethylene based materials are classified as thermoplastic. This material begins to soften as the temperature approaches the service temperature limit. The temperature limit is based on the melting point of the polyethylene material used in the insulation. When the service temperature limit is reached, the product becomes plastic and catastrophically melts, shrinks, and slumps.

Thermoplastic materials are very susceptible to temperature spikes even for a short period above their service limit. If the temperature is reduced, the material will not return to its previous shape because the cell walls collapse and hence will no longer perform as an insulator.

The use of Closed Cell Foam Insulation in HVAC appliances is a viable alternative to fiberglass insulation. CCF offers several advantages over fiberglass with regard to moisture absorption and its resistance against microbiological contamination. It is a superior product in its durability when compared to fiberglass. CCF however does not perform as well as fiberglass acoustically. If acoustics are not the primary concern on a project then CCF is an acceptable alternative. CCF costs more than fiberglass however, when one reviews the benefits of CCF as an inhibitor of microbial growth, first cost concerns are usually waived.