Poly Plumb

PPHS2-IPG December
MAY 2019
2015
Plumbing Systems
Plumbing Systems
The FAST & PERMANENT system The FAST & DEMOUNTABLE system
The FAST & PERMANENT system

Plumbing Systems
The FAST & DEMOUNTABLE system
PPHS2-IPG MAY 2015
Product RangePlumbing Systems

& Technical Installation Guide
Product Range & Technical Installation Guide

POLYPIPE OVERVIEW
Polypipe
Polypipe
We design, develop and manufacture the widest range of plastic piping products, with over 20,000 product
lines available. Our primary focus is on developing and supporting pragmatic product systems through specific
knowledge and understanding of the residential, commercial, civils and infrastructure market sectors. We ensure
that customers can trust our unrivalled expertise to provide value engineered, fit for purpose piping solutions for
the growing diversity and complexity of construction and building technology challenges they face.
ENABLING SUSTAINABLE
BUILDING TECHNOLOGY BREADTH AND
Polypipe is committed to plastic piping DEPTH OF PRODUCT SYSTEMS
systems that support and encourage Delivering the ideal plastic
low and zero carbon construction piping solution across the whole
technology and the management of spectrum of construction projects
water as a precious resource. and market sectors. Always tried,
tested and cost effective.
PRODUCT INNOVATION
Embracing leading materials and SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTS & PRACTICES
technical innovation to create 100% recyclable plastic products made
the products, processes and from recycled raw materials wherever
techniques of tomorrow. possible. Fabricated and transported to
the same strict sustainability agenda.
MANUFACTURING SCALE
Across the UK, Ireland, LEADING EDGE EXPERTISE
Europe and the Middle Polypipe’s R&D programme is
East, there are 17 Polypipe led by some of the industry’s
facilities servicing the needs most knowledgeable and
of the construction industry. experienced teams who
have a record of developing
systems engineered with
integrity to meet the needs
of an exacting client base.
INDUSTRY AUTHORITY
Our product portfolio is supported
by up to the minute knowledge MARKET LEADERSHIP
and advice on legislation
and regulations affecting the Across every key market,
application of Polypipe products. Polypipe products define and
drive quality in plastic pipe
manufacture and performance.
VALUE ENGINEERED SOLUTIONS

Using technology to deliver whole-life POLYPIPE BRAND
value by providing systems that are The Polypipe name and its
engineered to perform. associated brands are bywords
for service and reliability among
specifiers, contractors, trade
and domestic users alike.
CHALLENGING TRADITION
Thinner, lighter and stronger than clay,
concrete or cast iron, “less is more”- and
KG
far less appealing to thieves than copper. TECHNICAL SUPPORT
Polypipe plastic pipes continue to Our highly knowledgeable technical
revolutionise the industry. teams includes fully qualified engineers
who provide detailed design guidance
right through to installation and
maintenance advice.
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Plumbing & Heating Systems
Contents
Contents
Polybutene pipe 4-5
Polyplumb system 6 Polyfit system 17

Installing Polyplumb system 7 Installing Polyfit system 18
Polyplumb product range 9 Polyfit product range 19
Design, Application and Installation Information

Service Conditions 27
Installation Details 28
System testing 40
Extensive support services 40
Centre of Excellence 41
Sustainable Products 42
In this Product Guide any references to generic terms such as “the products”, “our plumbing systems”, or similar terms,
are intended to refer to Polyplumb and Polyfit systems.
Application Driven Product Solutions

Polypipe has developed distinct plumbing systems, each designed to meet its own set of application
criteria. Polypipe enables you to choose the system most appropriate for your project, match it with
the correct Polypipe pipe, and install the system with confidence.
Use the overview below as a quick guide to our products and consult the individual product
sections within this product guide for more detailed information.
FM00318
PUSH PUSH PRES PUSH PUSH PRES

FIT FIT FIT S FIT FIT FIT S
The system offers a number of The system offers a number of

benefits, including: benefits, including:
• Time efficient, no nonsense one step joint • One step operation, for quick and
process easy installation
• High performance stainless steel grab ring • Flexible polybutylene pipe, for even the most
ensures superb joint integrity difficult locations
• Demountable only by dis-assembling, reducing • Fittings lock tight, preventing accidental
potential for tampering release
• The original Polypipe pushfit plumbing system • Fully demountable and re-usable
used and relied on by customers throughout when required
the world
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Polybutene Pipe:
Flexible & Sustainable
At the heart of our systems is our commitment to Polybutene pipe has good resistance to freezing
Polybutene pipe. Unlike a number of other plumbing temperatures, maintaining long-term durability in
manufacturers, we choose Polybutene to create heating and water applications. This, combined
the most flexible and efficient pipes and plumbing with the pipe’s elasticity, means that if water is
systems available. Polybutene pipe is ideal for subjected to freezing temperatures, the result will be
both domestic hot and cold water plumbing and a reduced possibility of burst pipes.
heating systems, offering exceptional durability and
Polybutene pipe has low thermal conductivity. Its co-
long-term performance, which has seen it become
efficient of thermal expansion is 1.3 x 10-4m/m°C. It
the preferred material choice for today’s building
accommodates expansion by its natural flexibility.
projects.
Our plumbing systems give better performance than
The most important characteristic of Polybutene is
rigid pipe systems in terms of low noise transmission
its natural flexibility, allowing you to bend, curve and
and low water hammer effect.
manipulate the pipe into even the tightest of spaces.
Polybutene is the most malleable plastic used in the
manufacture of piping systems. The table below highlights the sound
velocity of Polybutene pipe compared with
other materials:
The table below shows the modulus of Sound Velocity (Meters per Second)
elasticity or rigidity of Polybutene compared PB-1 620
with a range of piping systems:
Flexural Elasticity Modulus (MPa) Method ISO 178 PEX 800
PB-1* 450
CPVC 2,350
PEX 600 Copper 3,900
PE-RT 550-650 Quiet Noisy
PP-R 800
PVC-C 3,500
Flexible Rigid
*PB-1 is the chemical name for Polybutene
Within the manufacturing cycle Polybutene doesn’t

require chemical or radiation cross linking, which
reduces the number of production processes, leading
to faster and more efficient manufacturing.
Polypipe Building Products is a

member of the Polybutene Piping
Systems Association (P.B.P.S.A),
which is a recognised association
of companies whose aim is to
promote the features, benefits
and best practice installation
techniques of Polybutene pipe
systems, as well as providing
a wide range of technical
information and support
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Pipe selection Polypipe Pipe options
Cut length or “Plumb straight” Polypipe offers a range of pipe options and
Although “Plumb Straight” coiled pipe is designed to effectively straighten when un- sizes to complement each of our fitting
coiled, where the visual appearance of pipe is important, i.e. short visible sections of systems and to suit every project:
22mm pipe in cylinder cupboards, pipe cut from straight lengths may be preferred.
NOTE: Polybutene pipe must not be used for long permanently exposed
runs of pipe where appearance is important. Both straight and coiled pipes
are flexible.
Standard or Barrier
As barrier pipes contain an EVOH barrier layer to reduce oxygen ingress into the
system through the pipe wall it is our opinion that these pipes must be used on central Grey Polyplumb Polybutene pipe, available in
heating systems. When tested to DIN 4726 and DIN 4727 barrier pipes give an oxygen standard ‘monolayer’ and barrier versions.
permeability less than the value of 0·1g (m3d) specified in DIN 4726. The use of
corrosion inhibitor in central heating systems is acceptable provided that the inhibitor is
specifically designed for plastic piping systems and guidance on their suitability should be
sought from the inhibitor manufacturer prior to adding to the system.
Both barrier and standard pipes can be used in hot and cold water supplies.
PIPE SIZE
10mm 15mm 22mm 28mm
white grey white grey white grey white grey
White Polyfit Polybutene pipe, available in
2m barrier versions only.
3m
PIPE LENGTH
6m
25m
50m
100m
Polyplumb pipe in pipe systems consist of a
120m Polybutene barrier pipe
150m encased within a black, red or blue conduit
pipe. The conduit provides protection for
the Polybutene pipe during the installation
Pipe in pipe is available in grey only in the following variants:
process, as well as allowing easy withdrawal
for future alteration or maintenance.
• • •
22mm Polyplumb pipe to be laid in a
concrete floor with concrete walls. When
black, red and blue conduit pipe is used in conjunction with
conduit boxes, it provides a cost effective and
practical solution, as an alternative to other
ducting systems.
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The FAST and PUSH PUSH PRES

FIT FIT FIT S
PERMANENT system
Polyplumb is an integrated flexible plumbing system, incorporating

Polybutene pipes and a complimentary range of push-fit fittings.
It can be used in hot and cold water supply, and radiator and floor
heating installations. The system offers a high degree of reliability,
achieved through a product design that has been tried and tested
over the past 30 years.
The system offers a number of benefits, including:

• Time efficient, no nonsense one step joint process
• High performance stainless steel grab ring ensures superb joint integrity
• Demountable only by dis-assembling, reducing potential for tampering
• The original Polypipe pushfit plumbing system used and relied on by customers throughout the world
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Jointing and fitting instructions
Jointing Step 4: Insert pipe fully into fitting

The pipe should be inserted into the fitting to full socket depth such that
There are five vital stages to successfully jointing the the insertion depth mark aligns with the outer end of the cap nut on the
Polyplumb system. fitting.
Step 1a: Cutting Polyplumb pipes
Firstly check that the pipe is not scored or scratched in any way and if it
is so cut back to a point where there is no damage present.
Always use one of the approved pipe cutters (code PB781 or PB778).
A slight rotation of the pipe when cutting will help make cutting easier.
Never use a hacksaw and always cut on a depth insertion mark. These
“K” shaped marks are equally spaced along the pipe and indicate the
depth required for full insertion in to a Polyplumb socket fitting.
Step 5: Grab ring check

A quick tug on the pipe will confirm that the pipe is inserted past
the grab ring and that a grab ring was present in the fitting. It does
not however ensure that the pipe is fully inserted as this can only be
confirmed by using the depth insertion mark.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Avoidance of re-jointing
On no account should a pipe be removed from a jointed Polyplumb
fitting by removing the cap-nut and withdrawing the pipe end complete
Insertion depth markers on fittings with all the socket components from the fitting to be rejointed without
Each fitting now has an insertion depth marker on the fitting body to removing and replacing the grab-ring into the fitting and re-making the
aid with installation. The only way of being certain that a joint has been joint in accordance with the normal Polyplumb jointing procedure.
completed successfully is by using the insertion depth marks on the pipe If the pipe end complete with all the socket components is subsequently
for cutting and insertion purposes. re-jointed into the body of a fitting, there is a risk that the outer edge of
the grab-ring could catch on the outer end or the inside surface of the
Step 2: Use of pipe stiffener
socket of the fitting which forces the grab-ring into an angled position
Pipe stiffeners are an integral part of the joint when using Polyplumb on the pipe. Forcing the grab-ring into an angled position on the pipe
pipe with either Polyplumb fittings or compression fittings and need to in this way, seriously damages the grab-ring teeth and will reduce the
be fully inserted in to the pipe end. pull-out performance of the joint when subjected to pressure, such
that premature failure will almost certainly occur with the potential for
serious injury.
WARNING
All jointing instructions must be followed at all times with particular
attention being paid to correct insertion depths. If a pipe is not inserted
fully into a fitting through both the O ring seal and the grab ring then
the incorrect assembly will come apart. The pipe will then have an
open end which will result in water discharging un-intentionally. As our
products can be used on hot water and heating systems there is the
potential for serious injury should this situation occur with hot water.
Step 3: Visual check of fitting and fitting components Cutting copper pipe for insertion in a Polyplumb fitting
Although every single socket is visually checked during the Wherever possible, use a rotational pipe cutter when cutting copper
manufacturing process to ensure that all components are present and in pipe. Ensure that all cut ends have a rounded lead in, with burrs
the correct order, a further visual check must be carried out as tampering removed. Never use a hacksaw. You will need to mark the insertion
by others can take place on site or during distribution. depth on the pipe as below.
CAUTION - Do not insert fingers into the Polyplumb fittings, as

Insertion Depth
the grab ring is sharp and designed to grip.
Pipe diameter (mm) 10 15 22 28
Insertion depth (mm) 22 27 30 35
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Dismantling a Polyplumb joint Reduced component fittings

Polyplumb fittings must not be dismantled for any reason Changes have been made to 15mm Polyplumb couplers,
prior to jointing. elbows and tees and 22mm Polyplumb elbows and tees, which need to
be considered when using Polyplumb spares kits with these fittings, as
Step 1: Procedure for using the component pack of spares follows:
Dismantling the joint
If it is necessary to remove a jointed pipe from a fitting, the cap-nut
Step 1: Original Polyplumb fittings
should be unscrewed and the pipe with all the socket components If the bottom white washer is present in the fitting below the grab-
present on the pipe end should be pulled out of the socket of the fitting. ring, then the spares kit can be used as supplied without making any
The pipe end complete with all the socket components should be cut changes.
off and discarded. A complete component pack of socket spares should
Step 2: New Polyplumb fittings
be fitted to the socket as described below and pipe jointing should be
If there is no bottom white washer present below the grab-ring with one
carried out as described left.
of the five listed fittings then this is one of the fittings which has been
modified.
Retaining Cap
Spacer (28mm only) Before the spares kit is used, the carrier moulding should be carefully
Grab ring
“O” ring removed from the cap-nut and the bottom white washer should be
removed and discarded without changing the order of any of the other
components. After this has been done, the spares kit should be offered
up to the socket of the fitting, inserting the components into the socket
Pipe Stiffener in the order they are within the kit and then screwing down the cap-nut
onto the outside of the socket.
Spacer Spacer Washer
Retaining Cap
Polyplumb fittings general arrangement
Grab ring
Step 2: Replacement components Spacer
The component pack (Code: PB95XX) is supplied as a cap-nut with all

the socket components present in the correct order and retained by a
retaining cap.
Pipe Stiffener
Step 3: Preparing components “O” ring
Completely remove the retaining cap, ensuring that the socket
components remain within the cap-nut.
15mm couplers, elbows and tees and 22mm elbows and
Step 4: Replacing the components tees
Without removing any of the socket components from the
cap-nut, introduce the cap-nut and socket components to the socket System testing
of the fitting and tighten up the cap-nut by hand ensuring that the Prior to completing installation it is necessary to fully test the installed
components enter the socket without snagging. system. Please refer to the section on page 40 of this Product Guide for
Step 5: Checking the fitting system testing guidance.
Carry out a visual check to ensure that all socket components

are present in the correct order as shown in the diagram and that the
rubber ’O’ring is lubricated. If in doubt, the ‘O’ring should be re-
lubricated using Polyplumb silicone lubricant.
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Polyplumb Standard & Barrier Pipe

Standard Polybutene Pipe Cut Length Pack Qty Code No
15mm x 3 metre Cut Length 10 PB315 End Section
15mm x 6 metre Cut Length 10 PB615
Barrier Polybutene Pipe Cut Length Pack Qty Code No

15mm x 3 metre Cut Length 10 PB315B End Section
15mm x 6 metre Cut Length 10 PB615B
Standard Polybutene Pipe Coils - Featuring Pack Qty Code No

“Plumb Straight” coiling technology
PUSH PUSH PRES
FIT FIT FIT S
The FAST & PERMANENT system 10mm x 50 metre Coil 1 PB5010

POLYBUTYLENE “PLUMB STRAIGHT”
STANDARD 25
COILED PIPE
10mm x 100 metre Coil 1 PB10010
The Polyplumb system
brings extensive

benefits:
• Time efficient, no nonsense
one step jointing process
• High performance stainless
steel grab ring ensures superb
Cut along dotted line to dispense coil, joint integrity
taking care not to damage pipe • Demountable only by dis-
assembling, reducing potential
for tampering
• The original Polypipe pushfit
plumbing system used and

relied on by customers
throughout the world
Polypipe Building
Products
Broomhouse Lane
Edlington
Doncaster DN12 1ES

Tel: 01709 770 000
For pressure/temperature ratings and exclusions, see Fax: 01709 770 001
www.totallyplumbing.com or Polyplumb literature and packaging.
www.totallyplumbing.com
IMPORTANT : Please check that pipe is not damaged before installing
Plumbers know that no two jobs are the same...

PPSC001 Just one part of the Polypipe Total Plumbing Solution
Barrier Polybutene Pipe Coils - Featuring

Pack Qty Code No
“Plumb Straight” coiling technology
1 PB5010B
PUSH
10mm x 50 metre Coil

PUSH PRES
FIT FIT FIT S
1 PB10010B
BARRIER
COILED PIPE
25 10mm x 100 metre Coil
brings extensive
benefits:
15mm x 25 metre Coil 1 PB2515B

for tampering
Polypipe Building

Products
Broomhouse Lane
Edlington
Doncaster DN12 1ES
Tel: 01709 770 000

PPBC001 Just one part of the Polypipe Total Plumbing Solution

PUSH PUSH PRES
FIT FIT FIT S

BARRIER
PIPE-IN-PIPE COILED PIPE
25 Barrier Pipe-in-Pipe Pack Qty Code No
brings extensive
benefits:
10mm x 50 metre Coil 1 PIP5010B

for tampering
Polypipe Building

Products
Broomhouse Lane
Edlington
Doncaster DN12 1ES
Tel: 01709 770 000

Just one part of the Polypipe Total Plumbing Solution
Conduit Pipe Coils - Polypropylene Pack Qty Code No

15mm x 25 metre Conduit Pipe Coil (Black) 1 CPC1525
15mm x 25 metre Conduit Pipe Coil (Red) 1 CPC1525R
15mm x 25 metre Conduit Pipe Coil (Blue) 1 CPC1525BU
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Polyplumb Fittings
Straight Coupler Pack Qty Code No
10mm Straight Coupler 10 PB010
Elbow Pack Qty Code No

10mm Elbow 10 PB110
15mm Elbow 10 PB115
22mm Elbow 10 PB122
28mm Elbow 5 PB128
Spigot Elbow Pack Qty Code No

10mm Spigot Elbow 10 PB1010
10mm x 15mm Spigot Elbow 10 PB101510
15mm Spigot Elbow 10 PB1015
22mm Spigot Elbow
10 PB1022
(not suitable for use with compression fittings)
Female Elbow (Brass) Pack Qty Code No

15mm x 1/2” 5 PB3015
Use PTFE
22mm x 1/2” tape to seal 5 PB302212
22mm x 3/4” threads 5 PB3022
Equal Tee Pack Qty Code No

10mm Equal Tee 10 PB210
End Reduced Tee Pack Qty Code No

15mm x 10mm x 15mm End Reduced Tee 5 PB1415
Branch Reduced Tee Pack Qty Code No

15mm x 15mm x 10mm Branch Reduced Tee 5 PB1115
Branch Reduced Spigot Tee Pack Qty Code No

15mm x 15mm x 10mm Branch Reduced Spigot Tee 5 PB1215
22mm x 22mm x 15mm Branch Reduced Spigot Tee
5 PB1222
Branch and one End Reduced Tee Pack Qty Code No

15mm x 10mm x 10mm Branch & 1 End Reduced Tee 5 PB1515
Two Ends Reduced Tee Pack Qty Code No

15mm x 15mm x 22mm 2 Ends Reduced Tee 5 PB1622
Female Tee (Brass) Use PTFE Pack Qty Code No

15mm x 1/2” tape to seal 5 PB2915
threads
22mm x 1/2” 5 PB292212
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Polyplumb Fittings
Spigot Reducer Pack Qty Code No
15mm x 10mm Spigot Reducer 5 PB815
22mm x 15mm Spigot Reducer
5 PB822
(22mm end not suitable for use with compression fittings)
28mm x 22mm Spigot Reducer
5 PB828
Socket Reducer Pack Qty Code No

15mm x 10mm Socket Reducer 10 PB1815
22mm x 15mm Socket Reducer (not suitable for use with
10 PB1822
compression fittings)
28mm x 22mm Socket Reducer (not suitable for use with
5 PB1828
compression fittings)
Reducing Coupling Pack Qty Code No

Tank Connector (cold water only) Pack Qty Code No

15mm x 1/2” Tank Connector 10 PB3815
22mm x 3/4” Tank Connector 10 PB3822
28mm x 1” Tank Connector 5 PB3828
Complete with E.P.D.M. Sealing Washer (tighten by hand)
Straight Tap Connector (Brass Connecting Nut) Pack Qty Code No

15mm x 1/2” Straight Tap Connector (1) 10 PB715
(1) Complete with E.P.D.M. Sealing Washer. Spare flat seal included (tighten by hand plus a further
1/4 of a turn with a spanner)
(2) Complete with fibre sealing washer. (tighten by hand plus a further 1/6 of a turn with a spanner)
Hand Tighten Tap Connector Pack Qty Code No

(not suitable for central heating)
15mm x 1/2” Hand Tighten Connector 10 PB2715
Complete with E.P.D.M. Sealing Washer
Bent Tap Connector (Brass Connecting Nut) Pack Qty Code No

15mm x 1/2” Bent Tap Connector 10 PB1715
Complete with E.P.D.M. Sealing Washer. Spare flat seal included (tighten by hand plus a further 1/4
of a turn with a spanner)
Flexible Hose Tap Connectors Pack Qty Code No

10mm x 1/2” Flexible Tap Connector 2 PB681012
Male BSP Adaptor (DZR Brass Body) Pack Qty Code No

10mm x 1/4” MBSP Adaptor 10 PB4310
10mm x 3/8” MBSP Adaptor Taper BSP 10 PB431038
1 SGNITTIF WEN
threads to
15mm x 1/2” MBSP Adaptor BS21 only use 10 PB4315
22mm x 3/4” MBSP Adaptor PTFE tape to 10 PB4322
seal threads
28mm x 1” MBSP Adaptor 5 PB4328
Female BSP Adaptor (DZR Brass Body) Pack Qty Code No

10mm x 1/4” Female BSP Adaptor 10 PB4410
10mm x 3/8” Female BSP Adaptor Parallel BSP 10 PB441038
15mm x 1/2” Female BSP Adaptor threads to 10 PB4415
BS21 only use
15mm x 3/4” Female BSP Adaptor PTFE tape to 10 PB441534
22mm x 3/4” Female BSP Adaptor seal threads 10 PB4422
28mm x 1” Female BSP Adaptor 5 PB4428
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Polyplumb Fittings
MDPE Polyfast Adaptor (cold water only) Pack Qty Code No
15mm x 20mm MDPE Adaptor 5 PB422015
All include
15mm x 25mm MDPE Adaptor MDPE 12 Bar 5 PB422515
22mm x 25mm MDPE Adaptor Plastic Pipe 5 PB422522
Stiffener
Gate Valve (Brass) Pack Qty Code No

15mm Gate Valve 5 PB3115
22mm Gate Valve 5 PB3122
Thermostatic Radiator Valve (Plated Brass) Pack Qty Code No

10mm Thermostatic Radiator Valve Use PTFE tape to 1 PB3310
15mm Thermostatic Radiator Valve seal threads 1 PB3315
Radiator/Lockshield Valve (Plated Brass) Pack Qty Code No

10mm Radiator Valve Use PTFE tape to 1 PB3210
15mm Radiator Valve seal threads 1 PB3215
100mm
Radiator Connector (Bend “RCB”) Pack Qty Code No

10mm Radiator Connector Bend 10 PB3910
150mm
Pipe stiffeners must be Patent Pending
15mm Radiator Connector Bend used on each end 10 PB3915
Radiator Terminal Plate Pack Qty Code No

Radiator Terminal Plate 10 RTP10
Spigot Blank Ends Pack Qty Code No

10mm Spigot Blank End 10 PB910
15mm Spigot Blank End 10 PB915
22mm Spigot Blank End
10 PB922
28mm Spigot Blank End
5 PB928
Socket Blank Ends Pack Qty Code No

10mm Socket Blank End 10 PB1910
Demountable Socket Blank Ends Pack Qty Code No

10mm Demountable Socket Blank End 10 PB6910
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Polyplumb Fittings
Shut-Off Valve (not suitable for central heating) Pack Qty Code No
15mm x 15mm Shut-Off Valve - Warm/Cold 5 PB5915
(Please note these valves now contain a plain white index)
Appliance Valve (not suitable for central heating) Pack Qty Code No
15mm x 3/4” Appliance Valve - Warm/Cold 5 PB6115
Straight Service Valve Pack Qty Code No

15mm x 1/2” Straight Service Valve 5 PB6515
Bent Service Valve (not suitable for central heating) Pack Qty Code No
15mm x 1/2” 90° Bent Service Valve 5 PB6615
Bent Service Valves Pack Qty Code No

15mm x 15mm 90° Bent Service Valve 5 PB7915
Double Check Valve Pack Qty Code No

15mm Double Check Valve 1 PB3715
Quarter Turn Ball Valve (Nickel Plated Brass) Pack Qty Code No
15mm Quarter Turn Ball Valve 5 PB6715
Stopcock (cold water only) Pack Qty Code No

15mm x 15mm Stopcock 5 PB2615
22mm x 22mm Stopcock 5 PB2622
MDPE Stopcocks (Polyfast) (cold water only) Pack Qty Code No

20mm MDPE x 15mm Polyfast Stopcock 5 PB262015
Spigot Draincock (Brass) Pack Qty Code No

15mm Spigot Draincock 10 PB3615
Conduit Terminal Box Pack Qty Code No

Conduit Terminal Box including 15mm x 1/2” Wall Plate
2 PB4515
Elbow
Conduit Terminal Box Wall Plate 10 CTWP
Wall Plate Elbow (Brass) Pack Qty Code No

15mm x 1/2” BSP Wall Plate Elbow Use PTFE 5 PB1315
22mm x 1/2” BSP Wall Plate Elbow tape to seal 5 PB132212
threads
28mm x 1/2” BSP Wall Plate Elbow 5 PB132812
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Polyplumb Fittings
Wall Plate Elbow (Plastic) (cold water only) Pack Qty Code No
Use PTFE
22mm x 1/2” BSP Wall Plate Elbow tape to seal 5 PB532212
threads
Wall Plate Tee (Brass) Pack Qty Code No

Use PTFE
15mm x 1/2” BSP Wall Plate Tee tape to seal 5 PB5115
22mm x 1/2” BSP Wall Plate Tee threads 5 PB512212
Polyplumb Manifold System

PB2822
Polybutene Double Sided Manifold Pack Qty Code No
22mm x 10mm – 2 Port (Socket/Socket) 5 PB2822
PB4922
22mm x 10mm – 4 Port (Socket/Spigot) 5 PB4922
(use Ball Valve to convert to Valved Manifold) PB4822
Polybutene Single Sided Manifold Pack Qty Code No PB7322152 PB7322153

PB7622153
22mm x 15mm – 3 Port (Socket/Spigot) 1 PB7622153
22mm x 10mm – 4 Port (Socket/Spigot) 1 PB7622104 PB7322104
(use Ball Valve to convert to Valved Manifold)

PB7622104
Brass Single Sided Manifold Unvalved Pack Qty Code No

(Brass)
15mm x 3/4” Female/Male BSP 2 Port Use PTFE 1 PB47152
tape to seal
15mm x 3/4” Female/Male BSP 3 Port threads 1 PB47153
Brass Single Sided Manifold Valved (Brass) Pack Qty Code No

15mm x 3/4” Female/Male BSP 2 Port Use PTFE tape to 1 PB5234152
15mm x 3/4” Female/Male BSP 3 Port seal threads 1 PB5234153
Ball Valve (Brass) Pack Qty Code No

15mm x 15mm Ball Valve – (Socket/Spigot) 5 PB4015
(use to convert Unvalved to Valved version)
Manifold Bracket (Metal) Pack Qty Code No

3/4” Manifold Bracket 2 PB4634
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Polyplumb Ancillaries
Bend Former Pack Qty Code No
Bend radius
15mm Bend Former is 8 x Pipe 5 PB6315
22mm Bend Former diameter 5 PB6322
Pipe Stiffener (Plastic) Pack Qty Code No

10mm Pipe Stiffener 20 PB6410
Must be used
15mm Pipe Stiffener with 50 PB6415
22mm Pipe Stiffener Polybutene 50 PB6422
pipe
Pipe Stiffener (Stainless Steel) Pack Qty Code No

10mm Pipe Stiffener 20 PB6410M
Bulldog Clips (Polypropylene) Pack Qty Code No

15mm Bulldog Clip 50 PB2115
Nail-In Clips (Polypropylene) Pack Qty Code No

10mm Nail-In Clip 50 PB2210
Snap-Fit Clips (Polypropylene) Pack Qty Code No

10mm Snap-Fit Clip 50 PB2310
Pipe Clip Spacer (Polypropylene) Pack Qty Code No

10mm Pipe Clip Spacer 20 PB2410
Spares Component Kit Pack Qty Code No

10mm Spares Component Kit 10 PB9510
15mm Component Pack for Ireland Specification 10 IPB9515
Conical E.P.D.M. Sealing Washer Pack Qty Code No

(for Tap Connector with brass nut)
1/2” Sealing Washer 20 PB9312
Flat E.P.D.M. Sealing Washer Pack Qty Code No

(for Hand Tighten Tap Connector)
‘O’ Rings EPDM Rubber (must be lubricated Pack Qty Code No

before use with Silicone Lubricant)
3/4” ‘O’ Ring 20 PB9034
Valve Tidy Cover (Polypropylene) Pack Qty Code No

Radiator Valve Cover Complete with Pipe Adaptors for
6 VT149
10mm/8mm pipe
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Polyplumb Ancillaries
Junction Inspection Box (Polypropylene) Pack Qty Code No
Junction Box (75mm deep - grey) 1 JIB1
Junction Box Lid (12mm plywood) 1 JIB2
Junction Box (65mm deep - black) 1 JIB3
Silicone Lubricant, Solvent Cement and

Pack Qty Code No
Cleaning Fluid
Silicone Lubricant 100gm Screw Top Jar 10 SG100
Solvent Cement c/w Brush 125ml (BS6209) 10 SC125
Cleaning Fluid 250ml Tin 10 CF250
Boiler Overflow Pipe Guard Pack Qty Code No

Boiler Overflow Pipe Guard 1 BOPG50
(Pipe Guard comes with x 2 Pipe Clips)
Self Adhesive Aluminium Tape Pack Qty Code No

48mm wide x 46 metres long 24 ALTP
(do not stick to Polyplumb pipes)
Pipe Cutters Standard Pack Qty Code No

V Bladed Standard Cutter 10mm to 22mm 1 PB781
Pipe Cutters Ratchet Pack Qty Code No
Ratchet Type Cutters 1 PB778
Replacement Blade for Ratchet Cutter 1 PB779
System Test Kit Pack Qty Code No

Polyplumb System Test Kit 1 PB993
Under Floor Pipe Duct (PVCu) Pack Qty Code No

50mm depth x 150mm width x 3 metre
5 FD50
For 10, 15 & 22mm Pipe
(requires 12mm thickness Cover Board)
Under Floor Pipe Duct (PVCu) Pack Qty Code No

70mm depth x 150mm width x 3 metre For 28mm Pipe,
5 FD70
Duct only - fittings fabricated on site
(requires 12mm Cover Board)
Push-Fit Union (PVCu) Pack Qty Code No

Double Socket for 50mm only 10 FD52
Push-Fit 90° Angle (PVCu) Pack Qty Code No

Push-Fit 90° Tee (PVCu) Pack Qty Code No

Triple Socket for 50mm only 10 FD54
Push-Fit End Cap (PVCu) Pack Qty Code No

Single Socket for 50mm only 10 FD55
(insert Solvent Weld pipe clips and base)
Solvent Weld Pipe Clips Pack Qty Code No

(for use with PVCu Pipe Duct)
15mm (ABS) 100 FDB15
Pipe Clip Base Plate (PVC) 100 FDB93
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PUSH PUSH PRES

FIT FIT FIT S
The FAST and
DEMOUNTABLE system
Polyfit is the one step, fully demountable and reusable pushfit

plumbing product, using white polybutene pipe to create a truly
flexible, yet highly secure, plumbing system.
The Polyfit system brings extensive Locked tight

benefits: Polyfit fittings lock tight in one click and can only be
• One step operation, for quick and easy installation released when required, providing both installers and
• Flexible polybutene pipe, for even the most consumers with total piece of mind. Once engaged into
difficult locations the fitting it is completely secure against accidental release.
• Fittings lock tight, preventing accidental release

• Fully demountable and re-usable when required
Fully demountable
Polyfit fittings have been designed to be completely secure
‘Push click’, that’s it once installed. However, there will always be times when
they need to be removed or adjusted, so they are also fully
The polybutene pipe is simply inserted into the Polyfit
demountable when required.
fitting to engage. There’s no need to make a quarter
locking turn, just ‘push click’, that’s it.
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Jointing Step 4: Checking the joint security

Tug back on pipe to check it is inserted fully.
There are four stages to successfully jointing the Polyfit
system.
Step 1: Cutting Polyfit pipes
Firstly check that the pipe is not scored or scratched in any way and if it
is so cut back to a point where there is no damage present.
Using an approved pipe cutter cut the pipe squarely using the
“K” marks on the pipe as a guide.
Connecting Polyfit to copper pipes

Cut the copper pipe using a rotational pipe cutter. Mark the copper pipe
insertion depth as shown in the table below. Follow steps 3 and 4 using
the mark as a socket depth guide.
Insertion Depth
Pipe diameter (mm) 10 15 22 28
Step 2: Use of pipe stiffener Insertion depth (mm) 25 35 42 44
Insert a pipe stiffener into the pipe (not required on copper pipes).
Demounting a Polyfit joint

Polyfit fittings are fully demountable and re-usable. To demount a Polyfit
fitting simply depress the collet squarely towards the fitting and pull the
pipe out of the fitting. When systems have been pressurised the collet
is designed to grip into the pipe therefore using a fitting release aid
(product code FITAID) will assist in demounting fittings.
Step 3: Inserting pipe into fitting

Push pipe into the fitting, ensuring it is inserted to the full socket depth
denoted by the next “K” mark on the pipe.
Insertion depth markers on fittings

Each fitting now has an insertion depth marker on the fitting body to
aid with installation. The only way of being certain that a joint has been
completed successfully is by using the insertion depth marks on the pipe
for cutting and insertion purposes. System testing
Prior to completing installation it is necessary to fully test the installed
system. Please refer to the section on page 40 of this Product Guide for
system testing guidance.
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Polyfit Pipe & Fittings

Barrier Polybutene Pipe Cut Length Pack Qty Code No End Section
15mm x 2 metre Cut Length 10 FIT215B
Barrier Polybutene Pipe Coils - Pack Qty Code No

(featuring “Plumb Straight” Coiling Technology)
10mm x 25 metre Coil 1 FIT2510B
PUSH PUSH PRES
FIT FIT FIT S
BARRIER 25 15mm x 25 metre Coil 1 FIT2515B
COILED PIPE
The Polyfit system

brings extensive
benefits:

• One step operation,
for quick and easy
installation
• Flexible polybutylene
Cut along dotted line to dispense coil, pipe, for even the most
taking care not to damage pipe difficult locations
• Fittings lock tight,

preventing accidental
release

• Fully demountable and
re-usable when required
Polypipe Building
Products

Broomhouse Lane
Edlington
Doncaster DN12 1ES
Tel: 01709 770 000
www.totallyplumbing.com or Polyfit literature and packaging.

PFBC001 Just one part of the Polypipe Total Plumbing Solution

Conduit Pipe Coils (Polypropylene) Pack Qty Code No

Straight Coupler Pack Qty Code No

10mm Straight Coupler 10 FIT010
Elbow Pack Qty Code No

10mm Elbow 10 FIT110
28mm Elbow 5 FIT128
Spigot Elbow Pack Qty Code No

10mm Spigot Elbow 10 FIT1010
10mm x 15mm Spigot Elbow 10 FIT101510
15mm Spigot Elbow 10 FIT1015
22mm Spigot Elbow
10 FIT1022
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Polyfit Fittings
Equal Tee Pack Qty Code No
10mm Equal Tee 10 FIT210
End Reduced Tee Pack Qty Code No

15mm x 10mm x 15mm End Reduced Tee 5 FIT1415
Branch Reduced Tee Pack Qty Code No

15mm x 15mm x 10mm Branch Reduced Tee 5 FIT1115
Branch and one End Reduced Tee Pack Qty Code No

15mm x 10mm x 10mm Branch & One End Reduced Tee 5 FIT1515
Two Ends Reduced Tee Pack Qty Code No

15mm x 15mm x 22mm 2 End Reduced Tee 5 FIT1622
Socket Reducer Pack Qty Code No

15mm x 10mm Socket Reducer 10 FIT1815
22mm x 15mm Socket Reducer
10 FIT1822
10 FIT182815
5 FIT1828
Reducing Coupler Pack Qty Code No

15mm x 10mm Reducing Coupler 5 FIT5815
Tank Connector (cold water only) Pack Qty Code No

15mm x 1/2” Tank Connector 10 FIT3815
22mm x 3/4” Tank Connector 10 FIT3822
Complete with E.P.D.M. Sealing Washer (tighten by hand)
Straight Tap Connector (Brass Connecting Nut) Pack Qty Code No

15mm x 1/2” Straight Tap Connector (1) 10 FIT715
(1) Complete with E.P.D.M. Sealing Washer. Spare flat seal included (tighten by hand plus a further
1/4 of a turn with a spanner)
(2) Complete with fibre sealing washer(tighten by hand plus a further 1/6 of a turn with a spanner)
Hand Tighten Tap Connector Pack Qty Code No

10mm x 1/2” Hand Tighten Tap Connector 10 FIT271012
Complete with E.P.D.M. Sealing Washer
Bent Tap Connector (Brass Connecting Nut) Pack Qty Code No

15mm x 1/2” Bent Tap Connector 10 FIT1715
Complete with E.P.D.M. Sealing Washer. Spare flat seal included
(tighten by hand plus a further 1/4 of a turn with a spanner)
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Polyfit Fittings
Male BSPT Adaptor (DZR Brass Body) Pack Qty Code No
10mm x 1/2” Male BSPT Adaptor Taper BSP 10 FIT431012
15mm x 1/2” Male BSPT Adaptor threads to 10 FIT4315
BS21 only use
22mm x 3/4” Male BSPT Adaptor PTFE tape to 10 FIT4322
28mm x 1” Male BSPT Adaptor seal threads 5 FIT4328
Female BSP Adaptor (DZR Brass Body) Pack Qty Code No

10mm x 1/2” Female BSP Adaptor Taper BSP 10 FIT441012
15mm x 1/2” Female BSP Adaptor threads to 10 FIT4415
BS21 only use
22mm x 3/4” Female BSP Adaptor PTFE tape to 10 FIT4422
seal threads
MDPE x PolyFit Adaptor (cold water only) Pack Qty Code No

20mm x 15mm MDPE x PolyFit Adaptor 5 FIT422015
Gate Valve Pack Qty Code No

15mm Gate Valve 5 FIT3115
22mm Gate Valve 5 FIT3122
100mm
Radiator Connector Bend “RCB” Pack Qty Code No
(Pipe Stiffeners must be used on each end)
150mm
10mm Radiator Connector Bend 10 PB3910 Patent Pending
15mm Radiator Connector Bend 10 PB3915
Radiator Terminal Plate Pack Qty Code No

Radiator Terminal Plate 10 RTP10
Shut-Off Valve (not suitable for central heating) Pack Qty Code No
15mm x 15mm Shut-Off Valve Warm/Cold 5 FIT5915
Appliance Valve (not suitable for central heating) Pack Qty Code No
15mm x 3/4” Appliance Valve Warm/Cold 5 FIT6115
Service Valve (not suitable for central heating) Pack Qty Code No
15mm x 1/2” Straight Service Valve 5 FIT6515
Chrome Plated Service Valve (Brass) Pack Qty Code No

15mm x 15mm Brass c/p Service Valve 5 FIT8515
22mm x 22mm Brass c/p Service Valve 5 FIT8522
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Polyfit Fittings
Chrome Plated Service Valve with Tap Pack Qty Code No
Connector (Brass)
15mm x 1/2” Brass c/p Service Valve 5 FIT8615
22mm x 3/4” Brass c/p Service Valve 5 FIT8622
Stopcock (cold water only) Pack Qty Code No

15mm x 15mm Stopcock 5 FIT2615
22mm x 22mm Stopcock 5 FIT2622
MDPE Stopcock (cold water only) Pack Qty Code No

20mm MDPE x 15mm Polyfit Stopcock 5 FIT262015
25mm MDPE x 22mm Polyfit Stopcock 5 FIT262522
Spigot Draincock (Brass) Pack Qty Code No

15mm Spigot Draincock 10 FIT3615
Spigot Blank Ends Pack Qty Code No

10mm Spigot Blank End 10 FIT910
(with reinforcing sleeve)
Socket Blank Ends Pack Qty Code No

10mm Socket Blank End 10 FIT1910
15mm Socket Blank End Use PTFE 10 FIT1915
tape to seal
22mm Socket Blank End threads 10 FIT1922
28mm Socket Blank End 5 FIT1928
Wall Plate Elbow (Brass) Pack Qty Code No

15mm x 1/2” BSP Wall Plate Elbow 5 FIT1315
Polybutene Double Sided Manifold Pack Qty Code No

22mm x 10mm – 2 Port (Socket/Socket) 5 FIT2822
Polybutene Single Sided Manifold Pack Qty Code No
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Polyfit Ancillaries
Bend Former Pack Qty Code No
15mm Bend Former 5 PB6315
22mm Bend Former 5 PB6322
(bend radius is 8 x pipe diameter)
Pipe Stiffener (Plastic) Pack Qty Code No

(must be used with Polybutene pipe)
Pipe Stiffener (Stainless Steel) Pack Qty Code No

(must be used with Polybutene pipe)
Nail-In Clips (Polypropylene) Pack Qty Code No

10mm Nail-In Clip 50 FIT2210
Spares Component Kit Pack Qty Code No

10mm Spares Component Kit 10 FIT9510
Conical E.P.D.M. Sealing Washer For Tap Pack Qty Code No

Connector with Brass Nut
Flat E.P.D.M. Sealing Washer For Hand Pack Qty Code No

Tighten Tap Connector
‘O’-Rings (EPDM Rubber) Pack Qty Code No

3/4” ‘O’Ring 20 PB9034
(must be lubricated before use with Silicone Lubricant)
PolyFit Fitting Release Aid Pack Qty Code No

Set of 4 for 10mm, 15mm, 22mm and 28mm fittings, a
useful tool to assist in demounting PolyFit fittings, but not Per Set FITAID
essential
Self Adhesive Aluminium Tape Pack Qty Code No

48mm wide x 46 metres long 24 ALTP
(do not stick to Polyplumb pipes)
Pipe Cutters Standard Pack Qty Code No

V Bladed Standard Cutter 10mm to 22mm 1 PB781
Pipe Cutters Ratchet Pack Qty Code No
Ratchet Type Cutters 1 PB778
Replacement Blade for Ratchet Cutter 1 PB779
System Test Kit Pack Qty Code No

Polyplumb System Test Kit 1 PB993
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Polyfit Ancillaries
Underfloor Pipe Duct (PVCu) Pack Qty Code No
50mm depth x 150mm width x 3 metre For 10, 15 &
5 FD50
22mm Pipework
(requires 12mm thickness Cover Board)
Underfloor Pipe Duct (PVCu) Pack Qty Code No

70mm depth x 150mm width x 3 metre For 28mm
5 FD70
Pipework
Requires 12mm Cover Board (Duct only - fittings fabricated on site)
Push-Fit Union (PVCu) Pack Qty Code No

Push-Fit 90° Angle (PVCu) Pack Qty Code No

Push-Fit 90° Tee (PVCu) Pack Qty Code No

Triple Socket for 50mm only 10 FD54
Push-Fit End Cap (PVCu) Pack Qty Code No

Single Socket for 50mm only 10 FD55
(insert Solvent Weld pipe clips and base)
Solvent Weld Pipe Clips Pack Qty Code No

(for use with PVCu Pipe Duct)
Pipe Clip Base Plate (PVC) 100 FDB93
Silicone Lubricant, Solvent Cement and Pack Qty Code No

Cleaning Fluid
Silicone Lubricant 100gm Screw Top Jar 10 SG100
Cleaning Fluid 250ml Tin 10 CF250
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Flexible hose connectors are the latest great addition to • All Polyfit flexible connectors are listed under the WaterRegulations
the Polyfit product range. This versatile collection comes in Advisory Scheme. Look out for the black thread that is wound into
a wide range of length and connection end combinations each hose, which denotes a WRAS quality product. Each EPDM
to suit every need. Many of our flexible connectors include hose is suitable for use in domestic hot and cold water applications
and must not be used for heating applications.
the Polyfit one step joint feature, which are quick and easy
to install and are ideal for use in tricky to reach or tight • Polyfit flexible hoses come in a packaging design which aids
locations. quick and easy product selection and all hoses come in pairs.
• All Polyfit hoses which have a tap connector nut now contain
captive rubber seals ensuring that seals are not lost or damaged
on site.
Selecting your Polyfit Flexible Connector

Polyfit Fitting 15mm Polyfit Chrome Plated Valve Tap Connection Nut 1/2” Compression Fitting 15mm
and 22mm 15mm and 22mm and 3/4” and 22mm
Polyfit push fit connections. Connectors incorporating service These “wing nut” style tap Our compression end connectors
Just push, click, Polyfit ends valves to reduce the number of connector nuts will only require use the same high quality
are secure in use but also fully joints within a system. Incorporates hand tightening. components as the rest of the
demountable and reusable. the Polyfit push fit feature. Polyfit push fit range.
Polyfit Fittings
Flexible Hose Tap Connector - Pack Qty Code No
150mm long (not suitable for central heating)
15mm x 1/2" Flexible Hose Tap Connector 2 FIT5715

15mm x 1/2” Flexible Hose Tap Connector 2 FIT6815


15mm x 1/2" Flexible Hose Tap Connector 2 FIT8015
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Polyfit Fittings
Flexible Hose Tap Connector with Service Pack Qty Code No
Valve - 300mm long (not suitable for central heating)
Flexible Hose Tap Connector with Service Pack Qty Code No

Flexible Polyfit Connector with Service Pack Qty Code No

15mm x 15mm Flexible Polyfit Connector 2 FIT8815
Flexible Polyfit Connector with Service Pack Qty Code No

Flexible Polyfit Connector - Pack Qty Code No

Flexible Polyfit Connector - Pack Qty Code No

Monobloc Mixer Tap Flexible Connector - Pack Qty Code No

15mm x M10 Flexible Polyfit Connector Set of 2 FIT7515M10
15mm x M12 Flexible Polyfit Connector Set of 2 FIT7515M12
Supplied in pairs with offset nuts to aid installation to mixer tap
Compression Flexible Hose Tap Connector Pack Qty Code No

- 300mm long (not suitable for central heating)
Compression Flexible Hose Tap Connector Pack Qty Code No

Compression Flexible Hose Tap Connector

with Service Valve Pack Qty Code No
90° Elbow Flexible Hose Connector Pack Qty Code No

90° Elbow Flexible Hose Connector 2 FIT7115
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DESIGN APPLICATION &
INSTALLATION INFORMATION
The following information is designed to provide basic guidance for installers and specifiers
when designing, planning and installing hot and cold water and heating systems using Polypipe
products. The information is not exhaustive and guidance may change dependent on site
conditions, applications and local practices. This document should be read in conjunction with all
other installation and application instructions available. If in doubt please contact our technical
services department on +971 (0)4 454 8328 .
Service Conditions Connection to European copper pipe

European copper pipe to IS238:1980 can be connected to Polyplumb
Polyplumb and Polyfit are suitable for the following Class S service fittings which incorporate the ¾” or 1” adaptor set. Using a standard
conditions in a normal domestic operation (subject to the exceptions 22mm or 28mm Polyplumb fitting, remove the nut and socket components
referred to in note2 below): and discard. Replace these parts with the relevant adaptor set, ¾” - PB7034
or 1” - PB701. The adaptor sets are distinguishable by the black cap nut.
(Continuously operated re-circulating systems are excluded from these
applications) Connections to chrome plated and stainless steel
pipework
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Polyplumb and Polyfit fittings should not be connected directly to chrome

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plated copper pipes or stainless steel pipes. To connect to these pipes we

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recommend the use of a compression coupler. A pipe stiffener should be

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used when connecting Polyplumb and Polyfit pipe to a compression fitting.

Indirect cold water systems 20 20 — 3½
Direct mains-fed cold water Connections close to capillary fittings
20 20 — 12½
systems Capillary fittings should preferably be completed prior to the use of Polypipe
Subsurface heating systems
60 83 100 3½ fittings. Where this is not possible, care should be taken to ensure that flux
(including Underfloor)
or solder does not come into contact with plastic pipes or fittings. A damp
Vented hot water supply systems 65 83 100 3½ cloth should be wrapped around the copper pipe close to the nearest plastic
Unvented hot water supply pipe or fitting to ensure against damage by conductive heat. Pipework
systems including instantaneous
heaters and/or incorporating 65 95 100 6 should be flushed to clear flux before active use.
storage
Connections to incoming cold water supply
Vented central heating systems 82 95 100 3½
There are two options for connecting incoming MDPE mains water
Sealed central heating systems 82 105 114 3 service pipe to Polyplumb and Polyfit pipe systems. Firstly the push fit
x compression adaptors provide a one piece transition fitting covering
Note1:
connections from 20mm, 25mm and 32mm MDPE service pipes to 15mm,
• nominal system flow temperature Tf is the intended maximum flow temperature of a system for a
particular application as recommended in codes of practice and other guidance documents 22mm and 28mm Polybutene pipes and most sizes are available in both
• maximum system service temperature Ts is the maximum service temperature that can occur Polyplumb and Polyfit versions. Secondly, as there is a requirement for a
intermittently during normal operation
stopcock on the incoming main there is also a combined stopcock and
• system malfunction temperature Tm is the maximum temperature likely to be applied to pipes and adaptor which reduces the number of fittings required in a position where
fittings in the event of control thermostat failure or malfunction
there is often limited space e.g. under a kitchen sink. These products allow
Note2: connections from 20mm or 25mm MDPE pipe via a compression end to
• Certain fittings in the Polyplumb and Polyfit ranges are not suitable for all the Class S service 15mm or 22mm Polybutene using a push fit connection.
conditions. The limitations are indicated against every applicable fitting in the Trade Price List eg
“Cold Water Only”.
Connections to other materials

Connection to Imperial Copper using Polyplumb
Imperial ¾” copper pipe is of significantly different size to its metric 22mm
counterpart and therefore requires a different ‘O’ ring to that supplied in
the 22mm fitting. The 22mm ‘O’ ring should be replaced with a ¾” ‘O’ ring
(PB9034). Standard 15mm fittings can be connected to Imperial ½” copper
pipe, and 28mm fittings can be connected to 1” copper pipe.
Pushfit x compression adaptor
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Design Application &
Installation Information
Light
Polyplumb & Polyfit pipe and fittings should be protected from UV light.
Standard decorating paints form adequate protection. Pipe insulation forms
adequate protection for external use. Polypipe products are delivered in
light protective packaging.
Compatibility with other

Combined stopcock and pushfit x compression adaptor substances
Gas, oil, and compressed air For details of compatibility with building and cleaning substances, and
treatments (eg filler foam and wood worm treatments) please consult the
Pipes and fittings must not be used for gas and oil supply relevant manufacturers to confirm suitability with Polybutene. Polyplumb
pipework or compressed air pipework. and Polyfit pipes and fittings can be painted using emulsion or undercoat
and gloss. Cellulose based paints, strippers or thinners must not be used.
Continuously operated Vermin

re-circulating systems (Secondary There is no evidence to suggest that Polyplumb and Polyfit attract vermin.
Hot Water Circulation / Ring main Where vermin are present they can cause damage to other services,
installations) building fabric and pipes and fittings, and therefore a qualified pest
controller should be employed to remove vermin from the affected area.
A continuously operated re-circulating system is a water-replenished
circulating system which is maintained at a constant high temperature Connections to other equipment
to provide a constant source of hot water. Continuously operated re- (please refer to local guidlines as these may differ from
circulating systems are used to distribute constant hot water to wards country to country)
or rooms that may be distant from the heat source or hot water storage Boilers and appliances:
vessel. Locations where continuously operated re-circulating systems are All boilers and appliances must have safety devices such as thermostatic
used include, but are not limited to, residential care homes, hospitals and controls, cut-outs and pump over-run protection to make sure that they
hotels. Continuously operated re-circulating systems are very different cannot operate above the Class S working temperature and pressure limits
from conventional hot water supply and central heating systems found in set out in the table of Class S service conditions on page 27. Exposure to
domestic properties, for which our products have been tested to, under conditions in excess of those specified could result in failure of the pipes or
either BS 7291 Class S or WRAS approval standards, and for this reason fittings with the potential for serious injury.
Polyplumb or Polyfit should not be used on any continuously operated
Electric Water Heaters:
re-circulating systems. Polypipe products can be connected directly to electric water heaters,
however, if the unit has no maximum temperature control we would
Re-cycled rainwater systems recommend that you follow the same guidelines as above for boilers, care
Polypipe products can be used in systems conveying re-cycled or harvested must be taken to follow the manufacturers (of the water heater) guide lines
rainwater within domestic properties. All pipe work used in this type of for installation.
system should be clearly identifiable and this should be carried out in
Solar Panels / Systems:
accordance with regulations. If self adhesive labels are to be used, these Pipes and fittings must not be used for connection of solar panels or
should not be applied directly to the pipe. any part of solar distribution that operates above the Class S working
temperature and pressure limits set out in the table of Class S service
Chlorine and other additives conditions on page 27.
The Polybutene material used in Polyplumb and Polyfit pipes and fittings
Gas Boilers:
is WRAS approved. It is resistant to the buildup of scale. Normal levels of Pipe should only be connected to gas boilers where the pipe connection
chlorine in UK domestic water supplies will not have an adverse effect on is outside the boiler casing and where the boiler incorporates a high limit
Polyplumb and Polyfit. thermostat and pump over-run facility. The pipe connections should be
However Polyplumb and Polyfit are not suitable for systems in which any 350mm from the heat source. In all other situations, a section of metal
further additives are ever added, periodically added, or regularly dosed in pipe should be at least 1m in length. In addition for back boilers metal pipe
work should be used within the fire opening extending out of the chimney
to or additional to the normal mains water supply, for example chlorine for
brickwork.
swimming pools or those used for bacteria control or legionella prevention.
Systems must not be flushed through with anything other than water Combination Boilers:
from the normal mains water supply or a cleaning product at the correct Where system connections are made to an incoming water supply pipe
concentration that is specifically recommended for plastic piping systems. from a water meter or any other device which contains a check valve a
suitable expansion vessel must be fitted to prevent the expansion of heated
The use of corrosion inhibitor in central heating systems is acceptable
water back down the supply pipe. This is especially important where a
provided that the inhibitor is specifically designed for plastic piping systems
water meter is fitted retrospectively.
and guidance on their suitability should be sought from the inhibitor
manufacturer prior to adding to the system. Note: The drain pipe from an integral pressure/temperature relief valve
to be installed in metallic pipework
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Solid Fuel Boilers & Cooking Ranges:
Pipes and fittings must not be used for primary or gravity circuits from solid
fuel boilers, cooking ranges or other uncontrolled heat sources.
Oil Fired Boilers:

Open Vented Central Heating Systems:
The use of plastic pipe and fittings is acceptable when used in oil fired
installations where the boiler is connected to an open vented system,
however the first metre of primary pipework from the boiler connections Polyplumb swivel tap connector with brass nut
must be installed using metal pipe. The boiler must be suitable for this type
of application and all relevant safety features as supplied and fitted to the
boiler must be checked for correct operation. The system must also be
commissioned in accordance with the boiler manufacturers instructions.
For further information regarding the suitable applications for our plastic
pipe and fittings please refer to the Class S Service Conditions in this
publication.
Sealed Central Heating Systems: Polyfit hand tighten tap connector

Where a sealed system oil fired boiler is to be used all primary boiler
pipework to and from the hot water cylinder (if fitted) and any radiator or
towel rail circuits must be installed using metal pipe and fittings.
Plastic pipes can be used on underfloor central heating systems where

the plastic pipes are fitted after the UFCH control unit and manifold
arrangement which must contain a correctly operating thermostatic mixing
valve.
Polyplumb bent valved tap connector
Plastic pipe and fittings can also be used in the hot and cold water system
with the exception of continuously operated re-circulating systems where
plastic pipe and fittings should not be used.
All relevant safety features as supplied and fitted to the boiler such as the
boiler temperature control thermostat, high limit thermostat, pump overrun
facility and the pressure and temperature relief valve must be checked for
correct operation at both installation stage and at any subsequent boiler
service intervals. The system must also be commissioned in accordance with
the boiler manufacturers instructions. Polyfit straight valved tap connector
For further information regarding the suitable applications for our plastic Finally the Polyfit range contains one of the widest ranges of flexible
pipe and fittings please refer to the Class S Service Conditions table in this connectors on the market with products of varying lengths and connection
publication. type. Connections to ½” and ¾” taps are covered as well as products
Hot Water Storage Vessels: which include built in service valves. There are also specialist products which
All pipework in the cylinder cupboard should be from cut lengths rather are available for connection to monobloc mixer taps and a space saving
than coils and should be clipped to a pipe board rather than the wall using elbow pattern connector.
screw clips at 300mm centres. Pipe clip spacers should be used to achieve Polyplumb terminal fitting:
crossovers where necessary. Where wall mounted taps are being utilised the use of a conduit terminal
Connections to sanitary appliances: box is recommended. The fitting consists of a 15mm x ½” female elbow
The connection to sanitary appliances such as baths, basins, sinks and WC’s which is housed in a plastic terminal box allowing the hot and cold water
is easy with the Polypipe product ranges. With a wide range of fitting types supply pipes to be hidden in a wall cavity. The terminal elbow can also be
to choose from every eventuality is covered. Swivel tap connectors with mounted onto a backing plate which assists installation and centring the
brass connecting nuts are available in Polyplumb and Polyfit versions. There taps. Once installed, taps can be screwed into the female threaded elbow
are hand tighten tap connectors available in Polyplumb and Polyfit for those and the wall finish applied to give a neat cleanly designed environment.
difficult to access places. A number of specialist products are also available
which incorporate valves into appliance connectors. Both straight and
bent valved connectors are available as well as versions in both plastic and
chrome plated brass.
Polypipe supply both a conical seal (attached to the connector) and a flat
seal (supplied loose with each individually packed tap connector) with each
swivel style brass nut tap connector. As we do not know what type of tap
is being installed it is the installers responsibility to ensure that the seal
supplied is compatible with the tap to ensure a water tight seal is made.
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Connecting to radiators:
As with connections to sanitary appliances there are a number of options for
Radiator Terminal Plate Installation
connecting pipes to radiators. Available within the ranges are spigot elbows instructions
for 10mm and 15mm connections as well as a 10mm x 15mm version Step 1: Installing flow and return pipework
which allows 10mm pipes to be connected directly into a 15mm radiator
Install 10mm flow and return pipework down sub-wall with continuous
valve with out the need for additional reducers. The Radiator Connector
loop long enough for radiator feeds through wall. Pressure testing of the
Bend “RCB” provides installers with an attractive method of connecting
heating system must be carried out at this stage.
10mm or 15mm Polypipe pipe from walls or floors to radiators. The rigid
white 100mm x 150mm bend can be cut to length and connects directly to
Polypipe fittings and radiator valves and requires pipe stiffeners in each end.
Step 2: Preparing the wall boarding

Cut a hole the size of a standard electrical back box in the wall boarding. For
guidance use the three bosses on the reverse side of the Polypipe Radiator
Terminal Plate.
Use of aluminium tape

To comply with the UK guidelines regarding detection of pipes in wall
cavities Polypipe recommends the use of aluminium tape. This tape should
be applied directly to the wall sub-structure and pipes should be clipped on 70mm
top of the tape. The tape must not be applied directly to the pipes. Please
refer to local guidelines.
70mm
Radiator terminal plate
Step 3: Cutting the pipes
The new Polypipe Radiator Terminal Plate is a multi functional product for
use in Polyplumb and Polyfit piping systems. Cut pipes at appropriate point to allow for wall board to be installed
ensuring enough pipe is left to reach valves at each end of the radiator.
• It provides an air tight seal around pipework entering rooms
from wall cavities to feed radiators
• Gives a neat and secure entry point for pipes serving radiators.
• Ensures pipes are not damaged by rough edges of wall boards or
plaster boards
• Can be fitted with or without a single gang electrical back box
(supplied by others)
Product features
Step 4: Pipe threading
• Holes sized to provide interference
• Three bosses allow
fit with pipes giving air tight seal Thread pipes through hole cut in wall board taking care not to scratch or
use with single gang
electrical back box if damage pipes.
required or just act
as a cutting guide for
other trades
• Three screw holes included

for additional security • Can be fixed to wall boarding using
panel adhesive Step 5: Fit Radiator Terminal Plate on to pipes
Pass the pipes through the radiator terminal plate from back to front using
the pipe guides to aid routing. They should be a tight interference fit
through the holes which provides the seal. Cutting the ends of the pipes at
an angle may help to thread pipes through the hole but remember to cut
pipes square again before connecting into a fitting.
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New build applications
• Allows 1st floors to be laid before plumbing is installed. Plumbing can be
installed through holes drilled in joists.
• Site safety is enhanced as pipework can therefore be installed from below.
• Post installation repair work is reduced, as expansion noise due to trapped
pipes does not occur, and leaks due to nailed pipes are avoided.
0.07 x Span to 0.25 x Span
Step 6: Securing the Radiator Terminal Plate

Use panel adhesive to seal the Polypipe Radiator Terminal Plate to the wall
board and if necessary use tape or three countersunk screws to hold the
plate in position whilst the adhesive sets.
0.25 x Span to 0.4 x Span
SPAN
Position of notches and holes

Alterations to existing systems
• Less disruption to property as floors and carpets may not have to be
removed in some rooms.
Step 7: Fitting the Radiator
• Kinder to building structure, as existing joists may not allow further notching.
Fit radiator and valves and connect the pipes as per normal installation
instructions. •
•
Polybutene pipe provides installers with the flexibility of installing pipes
through both holes and notches in joists, choosing the most appropriate
method. Building Regulations provide instructions on the drilling and
notching of floor joists however an example is shown below.
Depth
Notch depth – 0.125 x joist depth e.g.21.8mm e.g.175mm
Pipework installation
Minimum bending radius
The minimum bending radius of unsupported Polybutene pipe Holes 3 diameters apart and maximum
is 12 times the pipe diameter. Bends can either be supported at each end diameter – 0.25 x joist depth e.g.43mm
of the bends using pipe clips where possible. Alternatively, bends can be Size of notches and holes
supported by a bend former (PB6315 or PB6322) where only one screw hole
Pipe supports
is required, and the minimum bend radius is 8 times the diameter.
All pipes should be correctly supported using either nail-in, snap-fit or
bulldog clips. Where required spacer pieces are available for the snap-
fit clips. All pumps and valves must be correctly supported to prevent
unnecessary strain on the pipework.
Bend former
Minimum bending radius
Pipe diameter (mm) 10 15 22 28 Nail-in clip and snap-fit with spacer
Unsupported (mm) 120 180 264 336

Minimum support centres
Supported (mm) 80 120 176 224 Horizontal Pipes Vertical Pipes
Pipe cabling 10mm & 15mm 0.3m 0.5m
The main benefit of using Polypipe Polybutene pipes is that the pipe
flexibility allows pipe to be cabled through the fabric of the building offering 22mm 0.5m 0.8m
the following advantages. 28mm 0.8m 1.0m
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In instances where pipes have alternative adequate means of support or Max length of Maximum length of 10mm pipe total
are run within concealed spaces (eg through floors or joists), the number of pipe prior to e.g. 13m - 6.5m flow and 6.5m return
10mm connection
clips can be significantly reduced under the following conditions: e.g. 10m = 5m
1 kW Rad 1.25 kW Rad 1.5kW Rad
•
flow and 5m return
There is absolutely no risk of the pipes or fittings coming into contact
5 24 15 11
with potentially damaging surfaces (eg abrasive, sharp or destructive
6 23 15 11
surfaces)
7 22 15 10
• Hot and cold pipes do not come into contact with each other. 8 22 14 10
• Pipe distribution does not form a circuit where effective air venting 9 21 14 10
could potentially be impaired by poor pipe alignment. 10 20 13 10
• The pipe does not come into contact or close proximity with any 11 20 13 9
material which may be affected by transmitted heat. 12 19 13 9
13 19 12 9
Pipe conduit can also be used.
14 18 12 8
System design 15
16
17
17
11
11
8
8
Although flexible systems can be used in exactly the same way as 17 16 10 8
rigid systems, the flexibility of the pipe allows more design options which 18 15 10 7
may benefit the installer, the building, or during future maintenance. 19 15 10 7
The general theory of designing water systems in Polypipe products is to 20 14 9 7

use the flexibility of the pipe to its best advantage and therefore using
fewer fittings. This not only ensures the most cost-effective use, but also Polyplumb manifold system
allows fewer joints and hence improved flow around changes of direction.
For use in most domestic hot and cold water supply and radiator heating
The flexibility of the pipe allows jointing to be made in fewer locations and
projects, Polypipe manifold systems provides a central connection point for
joint locations can more easily be made accessible.
water distribution.
Use of 10mm pipe for heating Manifold plumbing which is ideally suited for use with Polyplumb “pipe-in-
pipe” technology (where screed embedded pipework is used with minimal
applications joints) is employed in a similar way to simple electrical circuits in that all
Use of 10mm pipe for heating applications. As 10mm pipe is so flexible services are supplied from an easily accessible central distribution unit
and can easily be positioned behind dry lining, its use offers many that can be either wall mounted, placed in an unobtrusive void or housed
installation advantages. As it is the smallest of the pipe diameters offered within an inspection box and subsequent supply pipework cabled through
in the Polypipe ranges, restrictions on the use of 10mm pipe should be wall, floor or ceiling voids. Although manifolds are available in various port
considered. The table below gives a guide on the restrictions of using configurations they can be close coupled together to create manifolds with
10mm pipes with Polyfit and Polyplumb fittings. any number of outlets.
15mm hot basin 15mm hot basin Application of manifolds in central

heating
Polypipe manifolds are dimensionally compact and can be used in joisted
floors or ceiling voids for in-line distribution. They are normally used
unvalved, as each radiator has valves on for isolation purposes.
15mm hot
There are both single and double sided versions with 10mm ports and
& cold bath
15mm WC in-line side versions with 15mm ports. Being lightweight they can be
simply used inline without bracketed support as long as the pipework is
adequately supported.
22mm supply pipe 1 x 4 port manifold

22mm hot 22mm cold
Example water system design

10mm pipe
EXAMPLE: 10m of pipe prior to 10mm connection (5m flow, to radiators
5m return) used with 1.25kW Radiator. Maximum length of 10mm = 13m
(6·5m flow, 6·5m return). Polyplumb 4-port manifold for radiator supply
When heating supply is to be used with a screeded floor, (where no joints
are allowed below the floor surface) a 22mm pipe-in-pipe main supply is
used. This supply would exit the floor, pass through the manifold system
above the floor surface, and re-enter the floor to the next manifold supply
point elsewhere in the building.
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22mm spigot
4 port manifold Using manifolds to create
elbow
extra ports
One clever design feature of the Polyplumb Manifold Range is that both
Polybutene and brass manifolds can be joined together to create extra ports
where required.
10mm 22mm
pipe to supply
radiator pipe
Screed Floor
Manifold used above a screeded floor

The supply to each radiator would then be taken off the manifold, these
single sided unvalved manifolds are available in both brass with 15mm ports
or plastic with 10mm or 15mm ports (10mm pipe for small radiators or
short runs and 15mm for longer runs or larger radiators).
Joining together of manifolds increases number of ports
Application of manifolds for hot
and cold water supply Manifold options
There are two ways that the manifold system can be employed in hot and There are three distinct variations of manifolds that can be employed. Both
cold water supply, the benefits of which are that all pipework is concealed brass and plastic non-valved (with separate push-fit ball valves if required)
but fittings are above floor level and can be hidden away in cupboards and or brass integrally valved manifolds can be used. Manifold brackets are also
voids. Services can be isolated where needed using the valved manifolds. available for brass products.
Localised supply is where the manifold is placed unobtrusively within a void
or cupboard or under the bath in the area supplied, i.e. bathroom, en-suite
or kitchen area. The 22mm supply pipe is fed through the house to the
manifold and then secondary supply pipes are taken out of the ports to
feed each appliance, e.g. basin, bath or shower.
Shower Shower
Basin Basin
Bath Bath
BATHROOM EN-SUITE Polybutene double sided manifold - 4 port and Polybutene

single sided manifold - 3 port
FLOOR LEVEL
Washing Machine
Dish Washer
22mm Sink
supply
pipe KITCHEN/
UTILITY
FLOOR LEVEL
Localised supply design layout

Centralised manifold supply is where the manifold distributes water to each
Brass single sided manifold unvalved - 2 port and Ball valve brass
appliance directly from a central cylinder cupboard, where a series of valved
manifolds are dedicated to each area, i.e. bathroom, en-suite, kitchen or
utility room.
Shower
CYLINDER Basin BATHROOM
CUPBOARD Bath
Shower
EN-SUITE
Basin
Bath
Brass single sided manifold valved - 3 port

FLOOR LEVEL Washing Machine
and manifold bracket
22mm Dish Washer
supply Sink
pipe KITCHEN/
UTILITY
FLOOR LEVEL
Centralised supply design layout
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Water distribution layout
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Polyplumb interface is dependant on water services
connection size to apartment/villa
Upper Floor Level
I.V. Cold water supply I.V. I.V.

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Dish Washer
Hot Water Supply
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Water Main
Handwash Basin Handwash Basin
Sink Shower/Bath Shower/Bath
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WATER HEATER
Safety Valve
To nearest drain point
Cold water
Hot water
Typical installation of water heater
CW to Water Heater
HW from Water Heater
15mmø CW & HW
for Kitchen Sink
15mmø CW & HW for

Dishwasher/Washing Machine
KITCHEN
Example kitchen design system
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15mmø CW
for Perenial Spray
15mm ø CW & HW 15mmø CW

for Handwash Basin for WC Flush Tank
Water Main
LOBBY BATH
CW to Water Heater
HW from Water Heater
15mmø CW & HW
for Shower/Bath Tub
Bathroom design options
15mmø CW & HW
for Pantry Sink
15mmø CW & HW
for Shower/Bath Tub
Water Main
15mmø CW
for Hand Spray
BATH
CW to Water Heater
HW from Water Heater 15mmø CW to WC
PANTRY
15mmø CW & HW
for Handwash Basin
Bathroom design options
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Conduit Pipe and Pipe-in-Pipe Joints in screeded floors due to accidental damage
Where it is necessary to have joints in screeded floors or solid walls, these
The conduit pipe coils (CPC15XX and CPC22XX) provide a conduit pipe joints must be accessible. For example, where accidental damage to a pipe
which allows 15mm and 22mm pipes to be buried in a solid floor or wall has occurred, the damaged section of pipe must be removed and replaced.
screed whilst also providing protection. The section containing the joints must be installed within a Junction
The installation and application of the system is described in the following Inspection Box. Junction Inspection Boxes are manufactured to suit two
section. The conduit pipe used in conjunction with the conduit boxes screed depths; 65mm (Product Code JIB3) - black in colour and 75mm
(JIB1 and JIB3) which house fittings, provides a cost effective and practical (Product Code JIB1) - grey in colour. Both accept the 12mm plywood lid
pipework solution.
(Product Code JIB2) to provide future access should it be required.
Polyplumb Pipe-in-Pipe consists of a Polybutene barrier pipe encased within
Pipe and Fitting Blanking
a black conduit pipe.
Pipes and fittings may need to be temporarily or permanently blanked for
The conduit provides protection for the Polybutene pipe in the installation testing, avoidance of construction debris or for future connections.
process as well as allowing easy withdrawal for future alteration or There are a number of options for blanking pipes in the Polyplumb and
maintenance. Polyfit ranges. For example for permanent capping off of pipes we would
recommend the use of a Polyplumb socket blank (product code PB19XX)
Installing conduit systems or where blanking off is only a temporary measure then either a Polyplumb
demountable cap end (PB69XX) or Polyfit socket blank end (FIT19XX) is
ideal.
Step 1: Positioning the conduit box
Fittings can be blanked off using either a Polyplumb blank end (PB9XX) for
Loosely position conduit boxes where required.
permanence or a Polyfit version (FIT9XX) which features handy finger slots
Step 2: Assembling fittings for gripping when demounting when used in temporary situations.
Assemble fittings in boxes

HANDY TIP: Where boxes abut a wall, i.e. elbows beneath radiators or
sanitary appliances, boxes can be cut in two with the open end abutting the
wall, this reduces the number of boxes required.
Step 3: Positioning drill holes

Drill conduit box using fitting assembly to determine hole position.
Step 4: Fixing the conduit box Polyplumb Socket Blank End
Fix conduit box to floor.
Step 5: Preparing the pipe

Make joint at one end of pipe to be installed and cut pipe to length
required.
Step 6: Cutting conduit pipe

Cut conduit to length required before threading conduit over pipe and
through hole in box to 2 or 3 corrugations. Polyplumb Demountable Socket Blank End
Step 7: Securely fitting conduit pipe

Push away pipe from end yet to be connected to allow grip onto the pipe
and push the pipe into the fitting before allowing conduit to cover pipe.
Push conduit through hole in box to 2 or 3 corrugations.
Polyplumb Spigot Blank End
Polyfit Socket Blank End

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Polyfit Spigot Blank End
Painting
Pipes and fittings can be painted using emulsion or undercoat and gloss.
Cellulose based paints, strippers or thinners must not be used.
Electrical safety
Where Polypipe pipes break the continuity of existing metal pipe, which
may be used for earthing, or bonding this continuity must be re-instated
by affixing permanent earth clips and a section of earth cable between the
copper ends on either side of the plastic sections.
Equipotential bonding
Both the IEE and the Chartered Institute of Plumbing and Heating Engineers
now give guidance on the Earth Bonding requirements of Plastic Pipe
systems. As plastic pipes do not conduct electricity, installations generally
require less equipotential bonding than metal systems although if in doubt
exact guidance should be sought.
Handling and storage of products

The packaging of both pipes and fittings is designed to protect from
ultraviolet light and environmental contamination. Pipes and fittings should
therefore be retained in their packaging as long as possible, and should be
stored in a cool dry area.
When on site, fittings should be stored to prevent dust and debris from
entering the fitting and sticking to the pre-lubricated ‘O’ ring. Care should
be taken to avoid scratching the pipe surface during the handling, storage
and installation processes.
Insulation of pipework
If pipe and fittings are installed in an environment that is not heated or
alternatively outside, they should be protected from potential frost damage
in accordance with BS6700 and BS5422.
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SYSTEM TESTING
Essential pressure testing of systems. Pressure testing in sub zero temperatures
Special precautions are necessary if the pressure testing
Step 1: 1st fix Installations
is to take place in sub-zero temperatures.
Pipe and fittings only should be tested. The system should be completely
filled using water at not more than 20°C at a test pressure of 18 bar which This applies particularly in under floor central heating systems using the
should be applied for not less than 15 minutes and no longer than 1 hour. screeded floor system where most of the pipe is
encased in concrete. Due to the contact between pipe and
Joint security can be checked visually and by tugging at joints.
floor panel on screeded installations, where the screed does
Step 2: 2nd fix Installations not completely surround the pipe, there may be points where strain is
Complete installations including appliances should be tested with water to created on the pipe in freezing conditions which is not normally present.
the maximum test pressure allowed by manufacturers of the appliances Therefore it is advisable to drain the under floor central
and fittings. heating system once testing and screeding has been completed.
Please note, due to health and safety reasons pipework installations must Precautions should also be taken where installations contain large
not be air tested. quantities of fittings which due to the rigidity of their construction may put
undue pressure on the pipe.
EXTENSIVE
SUPPORT SERVICES
Standards Guarantee
Polypipe meets, and constantly strives to exceed, the changing laws and Polypipe guarantees for 25 years against defects in
regulations governing our operations and products. materials or manufacture of the Polyplumb and Polyfit hot
We have invested in extensive testing and development facilities to ensure and cold water supply and heating systems from the date
the products we supply are of the highest quality. Our plumbing systems purchased. This guarantee only applies if the products are
conform to a number of 3rd party accredited standards which are listed installed in accordance with the manufacturers recommendations and are
below. used in a normal domestic operation.
A normal domestic operation is defined as a residential property and
• British Standard Class S rated to BS7291 Part 1 and Kitemark excludes commercially run residential properties e.g. care homes and is also
Licence Number 38148 to BS7291 Part 1 & 2. defined as being part of an open vented or sealed central heating system,
direct or indirect single pipe hot water supply or mains or tank fed cold
• Polyplumb Polybutene barrier pipe, fittings and accessories
water supply system.
are covered by BBA Certificate No 00/3699.
The system must be designed, installed and operated within the
temperature and pressure ratings as defined in BS 7291 Class S which
• Listed in the WRAS Water Fittings and
are also published in the manufacturer’s literature and must also take
Materials Directory.
account of all the other exclusions and limitations as defined in the design,
• Standards Manufacturing Quality Assurance - in accordance application and installation guidance provided by the manufacturer.
with BS EN ISO 9002 (BSI registered firm Certificate Exclusions apply, please contact the manufacturer for further details.
FM00318 FM00318).
We have invested significantly in our quality control procedures, have our

own fully-equipped modern laboratory for development and analysis, and
also have our own tooling and extrusion processes.
• Installation Standard must follow the requirements of BS5955

- PART 8 2001 Plastic Pipework (Thermoplastic Materials).
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CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE
Polypipe has created a new, purpose-built training and development
facility - the Centre of Excellence - at its Aylesford site in the UK,
demonstrating its commitment to invest in people and training.
Spacious and well appointed, the Centre of Excellence provides
exhibition, training and demonstration facilities for consultants, clients,
contractors, installers and distributors. Major investment in the Centre
allows us to provide instruction in our entire product range.
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Sustainable Products
and Manufacturing Processes
Evolving solutions are the key to success,
at Polypipe we’re making it happen
At Polypipe we aim to make our customers’ lives We produce:

easier. We know they are faced with ever increasing
• Products which consider the long-term effects
regulation and legislation and have therefore
to the environment and which provide
developed an outstanding range of product and
environmentally friendly solutions
system solutions that meet more legislation
requirements than anyone else. • Rainwater harvesting and recycling solutions
We always work with sustainability in mind, in fact • Energy saving products

sustainability isn’t just a pipe dream… at Polypipe
• Clean, lightweight, flame-free, non-hazardous
we are making it happen.
products
Our innovative approach to changing regulations
• Products which reduce noise
and legislation has made us synonymous with best
practice within our industry. • Stormwater management systems
Plastics are lighter and more robust than traditional

materials - less to do more. They help reduce energy
usage and therefore greenhouse gas emissions
because they are lightweight in production,
transport and use. In comparison to traditional Our Philosophy:
materials, like concrete or clay, plastics are Due to its Reduce, Reuse,
recyclable, require no quarrying activities and reduce
longer lengths and Recycle
the carbon footprint from transportation.
lighter weight, it can
be 70% cheaper to
transport than
equivalent
concrete pipes
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With the
support of WaterAid,
more than 5.5 million
Polypipe has
people have gained access
always led the way in to safe, clean water thanks to
manufacturing quality the use of plastic pipes
products to meet and
APME (Association of Plastics
exceed ever changing Manufacturers in Europe), Plastics:
regulations At Work for a Sustainable Future
Polypipe
sustainable indoor
environmental solutions can
help meet the Merton Rule
by providing at least 10% of
predicted energy requirements
through incorporating
renewable energy production
equipment on larger Rainwater
developments harvested from a
Rainstream system
can easily replace
50% of the domestic
demand for
non-potable water
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The system offers a number of The system offers a number of

PEX 600 Copper 3,900

PE-RT 550-650 Quiet Noisy

*PB-1 is the chemical name for Polybutene

Within the manufacturing cycle Polybutene doesn’t

Polypipe Building Products is a

The FAST and PUSH PUSH PRES

Polyplumb is an integrated flexible plumbing system, incorporating

The system offers a number of benefits, including:

• Demountable only by dis-assembling, reducing potential for tampering

Jointing Step 4: Insert pipe fully into fitting

Step 5: Grab ring check

CAUTION - Do not insert fingers into the Polyplumb fittings, as

Insertion depth (mm) 22 27 30 35

Dismantling a Polyplumb joint Reduced component fittings

The component pack (Code: PB95XX) is supplied as a cap-nut with all

Carry out a visual check to ensure that all socket components

Polyplumb Standard & Barrier Pipe

Barrier Polybutene Pipe Cut Length Pack Qty Code No

Standard Polybutene Pipe Coils - Featuring Pack Qty Code No

The FAST & PERMANENT system 10mm x 50 metre Coil 1 PB5010

15mm x 25 metre Coil 1 PB2515

15mm x 50 metre Coil 1 PB5015

15mm x 100 metre Coil 1 PB10015

Plumbers know that no two jobs are the same...

Barrier Polybutene Pipe Coils - Featuring

10mm x 50 metre Coil

The FAST & PERMANENT system

15mm x 50 metre Coil 1 PB5015B

15mm x 100 metre Coil 1 PB10015B

Plumbers know that no two jobs are the same...

15mm x 150 metre Coil 1 PB15015B

22mm x 25 metre Coil 1 PB2522B

The FAST & PERMANENT system

15mm x 25 metre Coil 1 PIP2515B

15mm x 50 metre Coil 1 PIP5015B

Plumbers know that no two jobs are the same...

22mm x 25 metre Coil 1 PIP2522B

Conduit Pipe Coils - Polypropylene Pack Qty Code No

Elbow Pack Qty Code No

Spigot Elbow Pack Qty Code No

Female Elbow (Brass) Pack Qty Code No

Equal Tee Pack Qty Code No

End Reduced Tee Pack Qty Code No

Branch Reduced Tee Pack Qty Code No

Branch Reduced Spigot Tee Pack Qty Code No

Branch and one End Reduced Tee Pack Qty Code No

Two Ends Reduced Tee Pack Qty Code No

Female Tee (Brass) Use PTFE Pack Qty Code No