Technical features
- External Diameter Dimensions: 18 mm
- Thickness: 1 mm
- External diameter of the tube: 30 mm
- Roll Length: 50m
- Burst Pressure: 24.93 MPa
- Operating Pressure: 6.23 MPa
- Water Content: 0.201 l/m
SMISOL® Tekgas Practical and Safe
SMISOL® Tekgas is the copper pipe produced according to the EN 1057 standard, coated during the production phase with a special polyethylene sheath with a low density closed cell structure, manufactured in the sizes required by UNI 7129. Thanks to the particularity of the coating, co-extruded continuously on the copper tube, and with the presence of spacers wound helically with respect to the axis of the tube, it is particularly suitable for the transport of liquid and gaseous fuels. The spacers ensure that the sheath has an internal diameter 10 mm greater than the external diameter of the pipe. This geometric peculiarity allows the pipe to be used for crossing walls and floors without the addition of a further metal sheath in full compliance with UNI 7129-1 which states in point 4.4.1.5: "When crossing perimeter and external walls, bricks solid, perforated bricks and prefabricated panels, the gas supply pipe must not have any joints, with the exception of the inlet and outlet joint and must be protected with a gas-tight passing sheath. The sheath can be either metallic or made of polymeric material, the sheath must have an internal diameter greater than 10 mm compared to the external diameter of the pipe.” This pipe can be laid underground even in critical situations in which the walls contain cavities (for example perforated bricks) this is always possible thanks to the polymer sheath that continuously wraps the copper pipe, during installation it is sufficient to embed SMISOL® Tekgas in 15 mm of cement mortar to comply with the provisions of UNI 7129-1 point 4.5.5.5 and point 4.5.5.6. The helical shape of the spacers guarantees that the gap between the pipe and the sheath remains constant even in 90° bends, avoiding crushing. In this way, in the event of a leak, the danger of the formation of gas pockets is avoided. The in-line coating process ensures high malleability, superior to similar products on the market. In order to preserve this exclusive feature, the SMISOL®Tekgas rolls have a very large winding diameter which, with the characteristics already described, make it a practical and particularly professional product at the same time. Furthermore, to protect the end consumer, in compliance with EU Regulation 305/2011 for construction products (CPR) , the EN1057 compliant copper pipes produced by SCT are marked with the CE mark . A further guarantee of compliance with current legislation is given by obtaining the UNI-IGQ quality mark
Internal Protection
During the production phase, it is subjected to a patented passivation and stabilization treatment of the internal wall . The SMISOL®Tekgas copper tube has a carbon residue C < 0.06 mg/dm2, much lower than that required by the EN 1057 standard, which establishes a carbon content C ≤ 0.20 mg/dm2
External Protection
The low density closed cell polyethylene coating protects the pipe from attacks from the outside by construction materials (e.g. quick-setting cement) and from damage caused by impacts during transport to the construction site. It complies with the regulation. EEC/EU 2037/2000 and has a fire behavior of class BLs1d0 (EN 13501-1) and class 1 (DM 26/06/84)
Folding
With reference to the bending methods using a specific tube bender, please note that the dies and counter dies to be used may differ significantly depending on the brand and model used. For any information or clarification you can contact us at the toll-free number or email shown on the cover
Coating Characteristics
- Closed cell low density polyethylene covering.
- Helically wound spacers.
- Air gap: 5 mm min.
- Excellent resistance to external chemical agents..
- Ink marking every meter.
- Class 1 non-flammable
- Fire behavior: BLs1d0 (EN 13501-1) and class 1 (DM 26/06/84)
Fields of Use
- Distribution of liquid and gaseous fuels with particular reference to wall structures where the use of non-metallic sheath pipes is necessary
In compliance and within the limits established by the regulations
Product Warranty: All products on sale on our site are new and packaged. The warranty on this item is 24 months from the date of purchase.