Can I use compression fittings on Hep2O?

Hep2O is compatible with compression fittings and there will be no issues making a compression joint providing that a copper olive is used.

Are hep20 fittings any good?

Hep2o is very good and won’t give you any problems if fitted correctly, get yourself a proper pair of plastic pipe cutters though.

What pressure can hep20 take?

Hep can hold temperatures of 90 degrees at about 8 bar. It will handle temperature 0f 120 degrees plus at lower pressures.

Is hep20 OK for central heating?

Hep2O is suitable for use in domestic water distribution and central heating systems including pressurised systems and combination boilers in accordance with Table No. 1.

Do you need pipe inserts for Hep2O?

Pipe inserts are required to be fitted into Hep2O pipe for all Hep2O pipe joints – push fit and compression.

How long do hep20 fittings last?

A life expectancy of not less than 50 years can be extrapolated from this data, and is based on the range of intermittent flow temperatures that these systems would normally experience, ranging between 12 bar 20ºC and 6 bar 90ºC.

Is hep20 better than copper?

By contrast, Hep2O plastic pipe is far more flexible, which means it can be threaded through much more quickly and easily. When using copper, you’ve also got to be really careful that you don’t get the pipe clicking on the joists, which can wake up the whole household in the morning when the heating comes on.

Is Hep20 a polybutylene?

The Hep2O® system consists of polybutylene pipes with outer diameters of 10, 15, 22 and 28 mm, as well as a wide range of fittings and auxiliary elements. The pipes are made in two variants: standard and barrier. for water systems and 95º C / 6 atm. …

Is Hep20 OK for central heating?

How do you bend a hep20 pipe?

Hep2O® pipe can be bent manually without heating for unsupported bends to a minimum radius of eight times the pipe’s outside diameter. This removes the need to insert a 90º elbow fitting and results in a reduction in loss of head (i.e. a 15mm elbow equates to an extra 0.5m on the pipe run).

Can you mix Hep2O and speedfit?

Are Hep2O fittings compatible with the JG Speedfit system pipework? We cannot guarantee that all push-fit plumbing brands are made to the same standards for the internal diameter, so we cannot say that Hep 2 O fittings are compatible with JG Speedfit pipework.

What is hep2o plumbing fittings?

It is the only push-fit plumbing system with joint recognition, secure demounting and a 50 year guarantee. Hep2O plumbing fittings (pronounced Hep 2 Oh) is Australias innovative and simple push fit plumbing system . The Hep2O Push fit system requires no specialist tools for easy connection saving time with assembly.

Can the hep2o push-fit spigot reducer be used on 15mm olive/compression pipe fitting?

The shut off valve can be used in either direction. Can the Hep2O Push-Fit Spigot Reducer be used on a 15mm olive/compression pipe fitting? Hep 2 O is compatible with compression fittings and there will be no issues making a compression joint providing that a copper olive is used.

Is Hepworth HEP 2 O push fit?

Push-fit Hepworth Plumbing Fittings and Pipe, Hep 2 O includes unique features that enable quick and easy installation with a secure fitting. It is the only push-fit plumbing system with joint recognition, secure demounting and a 50 year guarantee.

What are the new HEP 2 O pipe sizes?

2 O pipe is now white to match the new range of fittings, but pipe flexibility and ease of ‘cabling’ is exactly the same as before. The Hep 2 O system is available in 10, 15, 22 and 28mm sizes, and we’ve introduced a simple colour-code for the packaging to make identification easier: • 10mm: green • 15mm: blue • 22mm: purple • 28mm: orange 4