Pipe (fluid conveyance)
A pipe is a tubular section or hollow cylinder, usually but not necessarily of circular cross-section, used mainly to convey substances which can flow — liquids and gases (fluids), slurries, powders and masses of small solids. It can also be used for structural applications; hollow pipe is far stiffer per unit weight than solid members.
Uses[edit | edit source]
Pipes are commonly used in the following applications:
- Plumbing
- HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning)
- Oil and gas industry
- Water supply network
- Sewage
- Irrigation
- Fire sprinkler system
- Structural applications
Materials[edit | edit source]
Pipes can be made from a variety of materials, including:
Manufacturing[edit | edit source]
Pipes are manufactured by various processes, including:
Pipe fittings[edit | edit source]
Pipe fittings are used to connect pipes together and come in various shapes and sizes. Common types include:
Standards[edit | edit source]
Pipes are manufactured to various standards, including:
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