iScaper Rating Galvanized pipe is actually steel pipe that has been coated with a layer of zinc to help prohibit corrosion. Almost all galvanized pipe is connected with the use of threaded fittings. Corrosion and chemical deposits accumulate inside galvanized and reduce the flow capacity. This worsens with age and can jeopardize the integrity of… Continue reading Galvanized Sprinkler Pipe
Category: Piping
PVC Schedule 40 Pipe
iScaper Rating PVC (PolyVinylChloride) is the preferred pipe in most sprinkler systems. Its greater strength, the ease of attaching fittings, and high pressure operating capabilities are just a few reasons. Most PVC pipe comes in lengths of 20′ and one end of the pipe has a bell end that can be glued to the… Continue reading PVC Schedule 40 Pipe
Funny Pipe
iScaper Rating iScaper rating – 5 stars ★★★★★ Swing pipe, funny pipe, 1/2″ sprinkler head tubing, and flex pipe are a few of the names for this tubing. The word I would use is fantastic. Before funny pipe came onto the market the only way to reposition sprinkler heads was a tedious exercise of pipe… Continue reading Funny Pipe
Polyethylene (Black Plastic) Pipe
iScaper Rating Common terminology for this pipe is Poly pipe. I don’t see this pipe much anymore in sprinkler repairs. It is usually installed in yards of older homes from the 1950’s – 1970’s. Poly pipe has low pressure ratings around 125 psi compared to PVC pipe of the same size which is rated… Continue reading Polyethylene (Black Plastic) Pipe