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PE100 & PE80 pipe-grade polyethylene
Pipe-grade polyethylene is classified by its long-term hydrostatic strength. PE100 has a minimum required strength (MRS) of 10 MPa and PE80 of 8 MPa. These grades are used for pressure pipe that carries water and gas, and for irrigation.
- MaterialBimodal or unimodal HDPE / MDPE pipe compound
- CAS No.9002-88-4 (or ethylene copolymer)
- MRS classPE100: 10 MPa · PE80: 8 MPa (ISO 9080 / ISO 12162)
- Density (typical)About 0.958 – 0.962 g/cm³ for black compound
Typical properties
| Material | Bimodal or unimodal HDPE / MDPE pipe compound |
|---|---|
| CAS No. | 9002-88-4 (or ethylene copolymer) |
| MRS class | PE100: 10 MPa · PE80: 8 MPa (ISO 9080 / ISO 12162) |
| Density (typical) | About 0.958 – 0.962 g/cm³ for black compound |
| Melt flow rate (typical) | About 0.2 – 0.5 g/10 min at 190 °C / 5 kg for PE100 |
| Colour | Black pre-compounded (about 2 – 2.5 % carbon black), natural, or blue/orange for stripes |
| Packing | 25 kg bags or big bags; confirmed in each offer |
Typical values for this material class from public technical literature. The governing values are those on the manufacturer’s TDS or COA for the exact grade quoted in each offer.
Applications
- Drinking-water pressure pipe
- Gas distribution pipe
- Irrigation and drip lines
- Sewer, industrial and mining pipe
- Fittings (injection grades)
How the grade is selected
- MRS class: PE100, PE100-RC or PE80
- Pre-compounded black vs. natural plus masterbatch
- Pipe standards your market requires, e.g. ISO 4427 or EN 12201
- Melt flow rate for your extruder and pipe diameter
Documents with an offer
- TDSTechnical data sheet for the offered grade, when available
- SDSSafety data sheet applicable to the supplied product
- COACertificate of analysis or relevant lot documentation, when supplied
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between PE100 and PE80?
PE100 carries a higher long-term pressure, so the pipe can have thinner walls or a higher pressure rating at the same wall. PE80 is still used for smaller diameters and lower-pressure lines.
Is pre-compounded black better than natural plus masterbatch?
Pre-compounded black gives an even carbon-black dispersion from the resin producer, which many pressure-pipe standards prefer. Natural plus masterbatch gives flexibility in colour. Your pipe standard and approvals decide.
Which documents come with a pipe-grade offer?
The offer names the manufacturer and grade. The technical data sheet is shared when available, and a certificate of analysis or lot documentation when supplied.
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