Reducing Tee 40x25mm EG PPRc

Description

Reducing Tee 40x25mm

 

EG , PPRc, Food graded third generation Poly propylene Random with Co-polymer materials. Sizes ranging from 25mm to 110mm diameter. 03212248975

 

What is Reducing Tee 40x25mm EG PPRc ?

 

A reducing tee is a pipe fitting shaped like a “T” that connects three pipe runs and reduces the diameter from a larger pipe (40 mm) to a smaller branch (25 mm). This allows you to divert liquid from a main pipeline into a smaller branch line.

• Material: PPRc (Polypropylene Random Copolymer) — a high-quality thermoplastic.

• Size designation: 40 mm (main line) × 25 mm (branch) — representing the pipe diameters it connects.

• Pressure class: PN 25 (nominal pressure rating up to 25 bar).

• Color: Usually green (standard for PPRc fittings).

• Origin/Brand: Often imported EG (e.g., Q-Therm or other PPRc brands).

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📏 2. Description Reducing Tee 40x25mm EG PPRc

🧪 Material – PPRc (Polypropylene Random Copolymer)

PPRc is a variant of polypropylene specially formulated for pipe and fitting applications. Major attributes include:

• High temperature resistance: Safe up to ~95 °C, suitable for hot and cold water distribution.

• High pressure capability: Rated at PN 25 (25 bar), making it suitable for pressurized systems.

• Non-toxic & food-grade: Safe for potable water systems.

• Corrosion resistant: Won’t rust or scale like metal pipes/fittings.

• Lightweight and durable: Easy to install and long service life.

🧱 Shape & Operation

A reducing tee has three sockets:

This allows the main flow (40 mm) to continue, with a branch taken off at 25 mm.

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🔧 3. Specifications (Typical)

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🛠️ 4. Installation Guide

🔹 1. Preparation

1. Cut the pipes: Use a PPR pipe cutter to ensure a clean square cut on both 40 mm and 25 mm pipes.

2. Clean the ends: Remove any burrs, dirt, or debris. Mark the insertion depth on the pipe.

🔹 2. Heat Fusion Welding

1. Preheat the welding tool to the recommended temperature (~260 °C).

2. Heat both the pipe end and the fitting socket simultaneously until soft.

3. Insert and hold: Quickly insert the pipe into the fitting socket to the marked depth; hold for a few seconds until it sets.

4. Cool naturally: Let the joint cool without applying water or pulling.

Heat fusion creates a homogeneous joint — meaning the pipe and fitting become one solid piece with no mechanical seal to leak.

🔹 3. Support & Testing

• Support pipes properly (clips/hangers) to prevent sagging, especially on long runs.

• After installation, pressure test the system to check for leaks before commissioning.

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🚰 5. Typical Uses & Applications

💧 Water Supply Systems

• Branching from a main water distribution line (40 mm) to a smaller branch (25 mm).

• Hot and cold potable water in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings.

❄️ HVAC & Heating

• Branching supply lines for heating/cooling circuits, hydronic systems, chilled water feeds, or radiator connections.

• Used in HVAC piping where potable water or glycol mixes are circulated.

🔁 Plumbing & Mechanical

• Plumbing distribution manifolds.

• Branching to smaller fixture lines (e.g., to toilets or sinks).

• Some industrial applications for non-aggressive fluids.

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⭐ 6. Advantages of PPRc Reducing Tee

✅ Reliable & Leak-proof Joints: Fusion welding eliminates mechanical seals. 
✅ High Temperature & Pressure: PN 25 rating and ~95 °C capability for both hot and cold service. 
✅ Corrosion and Chemical Resistance: Ideal for potable water and HVAC applications. 
✅ Durable and Lightweight: Long service life and easier handling than metal fittings. 
✅ Smooth Inner Surface: Reduces pressure loss and scaling.

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⚠️ Considerations

🔹 Must use proper fusion equipment and trained installers for leak-proof joints.
🔹 Avoid exposure to direct UV (degrades plastic over long periods).
🔹 Not suited for very high temperatures above ~95 °C or fluids incompatible with PPRc.