Cable Protection

HDPE solid wall pipes for cable protection HIGH VOLTAGE
ELECTROPIPE – HV

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

High density polyethylene (HDPE) pipes with a solid wall profile, internally and externally smooth, black with red coextruded stripes on the external surface, connectable by butt polyfusion welding (verified according to ISO 13953) in order to be suitable also for the execution of trenchless poses (TOC).

In order to ensure the normal operation of the system with cable temperatures up to 80 ºC, and short-circuit temperatures (not exceeding 5 seconds) up to 160º C, the mechanical characteristics of the pipe meet the requirements of the following standards:

• IEC 62067: Verification of the mechanical characteristics of HDPE conduits for cable insulation for nominal voltages from 150 to 500 kV, before and after thermal aging
• ENA TS 12-24: verification of crushing strain resistance at 50 ºC and 75 ºC

The range of diameters includes:

• all those required by CEI EN 61386, ɸ 25 to 250 mm, in various thicknesses for the different classes of annular rigidity
• all sections up to ɸ 1200 mm, with reference to the SDR classes required by EN 12201-2

MAIN FEATURES & BENEFITS

• IMQ certified standard 61386*
• CE marking*
• with PSV brand (Second Life Plastic) on request – Circular Economy
• PE joint system with EPDM sealing seals, with IP66 and IP68 protection rating for ɸ 200 – 225 – 250 mm pipes
• head/head and electrofusion joining system possible
• 100% permanent watertight seal
• internally and externally bevelled ends
• Wide Radius Foldability
• low elastic modulus
• plastic behaviour in unstable situations
• wide range of fittings and special parts, standard and customized
• inertia to stray currents
• high chemical resistance (ISO/TR 10358 – ISO/TR 7474)
• High shock absorption capacity
• total recyclability

* for the diameter range included in standard 61386

SPECIFICATION ITEMS

HDPE pipes for underground cable threading systems according to CEI EN 61386

Supply and installation of high-density polyethylene (HDPE) pipes, with solid wall profile, smooth internally and externally, black with coextruded red stripes on the external surface, for the construction of underground cable threading systems. The pipes must be equipped with a mark of conformity of the product to the standard CEI EN 61386-1-24 issued by an accredited third-party certification body, with crush resistance class ≥ … N and impact resistance classification “N series”.

Piping must be tested according to ISO 13953 by accredited third party to verify conformity to butt welds. The mechanical characteristics of HDPE cable insulation pipes with nominal voltages from 150 to 500 kV shall be verified according to IEC 62067, before and after thermal ageing. The verification of crushing deformation resistance at 50 ºC and 75 ºC shall be verified according to ENA TS 12-24. The marking of the pipes must bear in full all the elements required by the reference standard, in addition to the product quality mark and the CE marking. The pipe manufacturer must be regularly registered with the PolieCo Consortium (D.Lgs. 152/2006 – art. 234).

HDPE pipes – class 450* N

ɸ   50 mm (sp.   3,0 mm)
… ….. …
ɸ 200 mm (sp.   9,6 mm)
ɸ 225 mm (sp.  10,8 mm)
ɸ 250 mm (sp.  11,9 mm)

* Standard ring stiffness classes: 450 N – 750 N – >750 N

HDPE pipes for underground cable threading systems
for custom sizes not included in CEI EN 61386

Supply and installation of high-density polyethylene (HDPE) pipes, with solid wall profile, smooth internally and externally, black with coextruded red stripes on the external surface, for the construction of underground cable threading systems. The HDPE material of the pipes must meet the requirements of CEI EN 61386-1, and the normalized dimensional ratio must be SDR … according to UNI EN 12201-2. Piping must be tested according to ISO 13953 by accredited third party to verify conformity to butt welds. The mechanical characteristics of HDPE cable insulation pipes with nominal voltages from 150 to 500 kV shall be verified according to IEC 62067, before and after thermal ageing. The verification of crushing deformation resistance at 50 ºC and 75 ºC shall be verified according to ENA TS 12-24. The marking of the pipes must bear in full all the identifying elements of the product and the manufacturer, and repeat at intervals not exceeding 1 m. The manufacturer of pipes must be regularly registered with the mandatory PolieCo Consortium (D.Lgs. 152/2006 – art. 234).

HDPE pipes – SDR17*

… ….. …
ɸ   200 mm (sp. 11,9 mm)
ɸ   225 mm (sp. 13,4 mm)
ɸ   250 mm (sp. 14,8 mm)
… ….. …
ɸ 1200 mm (sp. 71,1 mm)

Standards: SDR26 (SN4) – SDR21 (SN8) – SDR17 (SN16) – SDR11 (SN64)

Upon request, this type of pipe can also be equipped with Pipe Tracer system, so as to become:

• traceable with high plano-altimetric accuracy
• referential (containing information on the type of service and its management)

HDPE solid wall pipes for underground cable protection

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

High density polyethylene (HDPE) pipes with a solid wall profile, internally and externally smooth, black with/without red coextruded stripes on the external surface, connectable by buttfusion welding (verified according to ISO 13953) in order to be suitable also for the execution of trenchless installations (HDD, Pipe Bursting …)

In order to ensure the normal operation of the system with cable temperatures up to 80ºC and short-circuit temperatures (not exceeding 5 seconds) up to 160ºC, the mechanical characteristics of the pipe meet the requirements of the following standards:

• CEI EN 61386–1–24 (from ɸ 25 up to ɸ 250 mm)
• IEC 62067: Verification of the mechanical characteristics of HDPE conduits for cable with nominal voltages from 150 to 500 kV, before and after thermal aging
• ENA TS 12-24: verification of crushing strain resistance at 50ºC (Group 2) and 75ºC (Group 1)

Range of diameters included:

• all those required by CEI EN 61386, in various thicknesses for the different classes of ring stiffness
• all sizes up to ɸ 1200 mm, with reference to the SDR classes standardized by EN 12201-2

MAIN FEATURES & BENEFITS

IMQ quality mark certified according to 61386-1-24 standard (size range from ɸ 25 up to ɸ 250 mm)
CE marking*
On request: PSV mark (Plastica Seconda Vita – Second Life Plastic) – Circular Economy model
100% permanent watertight seal
Pliability (according to tab.1 below)
plastic behaviour in unstable situations
wide range of fittings and special parts, standard and customized
inertia to stray currents
high chemical resistance (ISO/TR 10358– ISO/TR 7474)
high shock absorption capacity
totally recyclable
CONNECTIONS between the elements

1. compression fittings up to DN 110 mm
2. push-fast fittings “Plug&Play” from DN 16 up to 250 mm
3. butt-fusion welding (NO for trenchless installation techniques)
4. electro-fusion welding
5. PE injection molded couplers “NRG” (IP 66-68) for DN 160 + 200 + 225 + 250 mm

* for the diameter range included in standard 61386

PVC solid wall pipes for cable protection

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

Solid wall pipes made of polyvinyl chloride (PVC-U), available in grey colour (RAL 7021). The diameters range (OD) goes from 50 up to 250 mm. Standard pipes are delivered in 6m lengths with a built-in socket provided with a gasket. Glue connection available on demand. They are used for the construction of underground networks for cables threading.

For Circular Economy goals, pipes can be partially made (on demand) with recycled material, guaranteed by PSV mark (Plastica Seconda Vita – Second Life Plastic).

MAIN FEATURES

Ring stiffness: 450 – 750 N
Impact resistance class: L – N
CEI EN 61386 standard (with IMQ quality mark)
Standard socket connections with sealing lip-gasket made of EPDM (EN 681)
Glue socket connections
High chemical and abrasion resistance
Inert to stray currents
It can be provided with PIPE TRACER, the 3D (altimetric map) tracking system for underground pipelines.

PE double wall corrugated pipes for telecom cable protection

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

Double wall corrugated pipes made of high density polyethylene (HDPE), smooth on the inside and corrugated on the outside. The diameters range (DN/OD) goes from 40 up to 200 mm and pipes are delivered in coils and bars. They find application in networks. Colours and performances are created in accordance with the client technical information. (the blue-blue colour is the “Telecom Italia” standard for fibre optic cables).

MAIN FEATURES

Wide range of diameters
Rings stiffness: 450-750 N
Impact resistance class: N
Small bending radius
Sleeve connections
Lightweight and quick to install
High chemical and abrasion resistance
Recyclable

BLACKCOR – HDPE double wall corrugated pipe for cable protection

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

Double wall corrugated pipes made of high-density polyethylene (HDPE), smooth on the inside wall and corrugated outside, for underground cable protection networks.
Diameters (DN/OD) go from 40 up to 200 mm, all available in coils, and in lengths from DN75 mm size.

Standard colour is totally black, to increase the UV resistance. It can be equipped with one coextruded coloured stripe on the outside wall, according to customers’ need.

MAIN FEATURES

Wide range of diameters
Ring stiffness: 450 – 750 N
Impact test classification: N
Close bending radius
Coupling connections
Accessories: Coupling sleeve + polypropylene/polyester wire puller.
High UV resistance
Lightweight and easy to install
Standard bands color: white/light grey, customized color available on demand.
High chemical resistance
Inert to stray currents
Recyclable

TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS

UV resistance according to EN1297 test, up to 5000h (one year warranty)
Crush resistance: 450N – Standard EN 61386-1/2008 and EN 61386-24/2010 series N (IIP and IMQ certified)
Bending radius: 15 times the outer diameter.
Operating limits: -50 °C / +60 °C.
Electrical rigidity*: Excellent (polyethylene 20-30 kV/mm)

*Electrical rigidity, also known as dielectric strength or breakdown voltage, represents the ability of a material to withstand a certain electric voltage before a discharge or breakdown occurs. High electrical rigidity is desirable in materials intended for electrical insulation, such as those used in cables, transformers, capacitors, and other electrical and electronic components.

Electrical rigidity is primarily classified based on the breakdown voltage, which depends on the material and its thickness.

HDPE monopipe– bipipe – tripipe for fibre optical cables

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

High density polyethylene pipes, in MONO, DOUBLE, TRIPLE version arranged on the same planar axis and connected to each other through a continuous stiff lug which makes them more united. They are smooth on the outside and the inner surface is provided with small axial reliefs in order to reduce the friction surface during cables insertion. They are available in black standard colour or, upon request, entirely coloured. Diameters range: DN/OD 40 mm for BIpipes and DN/OD 50 mm for TRIpipes, while the MONOpipes are available in all the standard sizes, from ɸ 20 mm, with or without external coextruded coloured stripes or, on request, with an inner black surface and an outer coloured one.
Pipes are delivered in coils, and are used for the construction of underground network infrastructures for telephone and fibre optic cables insertion for telecommunications. This type of geometric configuration allows to place the pipes in trenches in a horizontal or vertical position. It is also available a special version of MONOpipe ɸ 63 mm (3,7 mm thickness) with an inner surface provided with 100 axial reliefs.

MAIN FEATURES

100% permanent tightness
Excellent bending property
Excellent smoothness
High UV resistance
Plastic behaviour in unstable situations
Customisable thicknesses
Inert to stray currents
High chemical resistance (ISO/TR 10358)
High shock absorption capacity
Recyclable

Bundled multiducts for fibre optic cables

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

Multiducts in bundle configuration made of high density polyethylene, which consist of microducts smooth on the outside and the inner surface is provided with small axial reliefs in order to reduce the friction surface during the cables insertion. They are available in neutral standard colour, or, upon request, entirely coloured with or without the external coextruded coloured stripes. The range of diameters (OD) available is 7 – 8 -10 -12 – 14 – 16 – 20 mm, and cables are wrapped in various shapes and numbers in a HDPE sleeve strongly extruded around the microducts bundle, delivered in coils wrapped around wooden reels (or without reel on demand). They are implemented in the construction of underground network infrastructures for fibre optic cables insertion for telecommunications.

Microducts are also available in these two versions:

• With gliding silicone applied on the inner surface
• With anti rodents additive

MAIN FEATURES

100% permanent tightness
Excellent bending
Excellent smoothness
High UV resistance (coloured versions)
Plastic behaviour in unstable situations
Customisable thicknesses
Inert to stray currents
High chemical resistance (ISO/TR 10358)
High shock absorption capacity
Recyclable

Microducts for fibre optic cables threading

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

Microducts made of high density polyethylene, smooth on the outside and the inner surface is provided with small axial reliefs in order to reduce the friction surface during cables insertion. They are available in neutral standard colour, or, upon request, entirely coloured with or without the external coextruded coloured stripes. The range of diameters (OD) available is 7 – 8 – 9 -10 -12 – 14 – 16 – 20 – 25 mm, and cables are delivered in coils wrapped around wooden reels, on wooden pallets with 4 coils for each pallet. They are used for the construction of underground network infrastructures for fibre optic cables insertion for telecommunications.

MAIN FEATURES

100% permanent tightness
Excellent bending
Excellent smoothness
High UV resistance (coloured versions)
Plastic behaviour in unstable situations
Multiple thicknesses for installation with or without protective coating
Inert to stray currents
High chemical resistance (ISO/TR 10358)
High shock absorption capacity
Recyclable

Fender – multiducts for fibre optic cables

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

Multiducts in fender configuration made of high density polyethylene, which consist of microducts smooth on the outside and the inner surface is provided with small axial reliefs in order to reduce the friction surface during the cables insertion. They are available in neutral standard colour, or, upon request, entirely coloured with or without the external coextruded coloured stripes. The range of diameters (OD) available is 12 – 14 mm, located on the same planar axle in varying numbers from 3 up to 7, individually wrapped in a HDPE sleeve which is also the separating lug between the microducts and makes the whole system solid. Cables are delivered in coils wrapped around wooden reels (or without reel on demand). They are used for the construction of underground network infrastructures for fibre optic cables insertion for telecommunications. This geometric configuration allows to place the pipes in the trenches in a horizontal or vertical position: this last type of installation is particularly suitable for small trenches installations.

Microducts are also available in these two versions:

• With gliding silicone applied on the inner surface
• With anti rodents additive

MAIN FEATURES

100% permanent tightness
Excellent bending
Excellent smoothness
Particularly suitable for small trenches installations
High UV resistance (coloured versions)
Plastic behaviour in unstable situations
Customisable thicknesses
Inert to stray currents
High chemical resistance (ISO/TR 10358)
High shock absorption capacity
Recyclable