Polypropylene threaded fittings offer a highly versatile and durable solution for a wide range of pipework applications. Manufactured from tough thermoplastic polymer, polypropylene combines excellent chemical resistance with outstanding strength, making it ideal for use in water supply, irrigation, industrial, and chemical systems. These fittings are designed to provide secure, leak-free connections using standard BSP threads, allowing for simple installation and maintenance. Thanks to their resistance to corrosion, abrasion, and impact, polypropylene threaded fittings ensure long service life even in demanding environments, while fully meeting recognised international standards.
What Is Polypropylene?
Polypropylene (PP) is a thermoplastic polymer widely used in the manufacture of pipework, fittings, and many industrial components. It belongs to the polyolefin family and is created by polymerising propylene gas. Known for its balance of strength, flexibility, and chemical resistance, polypropylene offers an ideal material solution for a wide range of piping and fluid handling systems. Because of these properties, polypropylene is widely used in plumbing, irrigation, chemical transport, industrial piping, and water treatment systems. Its long service life, low maintenance requirements, and cost-effectiveness make it a popular choice in both domestic and industrial applications.
Key Features & Benefits
Excellent Chemical Resistance: Withstands a wide range of chemicals, acids, and alkalis, making it suitable for industrial and chemical applications.
High Impact and Abrasion Resistance: Durable material resists damage from mechanical stresses and wear, ensuring long-term reliability.
Corrosion-Free: Unlike metal fittings, polypropylene is immune to rust and corrosion, even in aggressive or damp environments.
Lightweight Design: Easier to handle, transport, and install compared to metal alternatives, reducing labour time and costs.
Secure Threaded Connections: BSP threaded ends provide a reliable, leak-free seal with easy assembly and disassembly for maintenance.
Wide Pressure and Temperature Range: Rated to 10 bar (up to 3") and 6 bar (4"), suitable for a variety of systems operating at different pressures.
Complies with International Standards: Manufactured to UNI EN 10226-1, UNI EN 10226-2, and ANSI/ASME B1.20.1 for consistent quality and compatibility.
Versatile Applications: Ideal for use in water supply, irrigation, chemical processing, industrial pipework, and general fluid handling.
Cost-Effective: Lower material and installation costs compared to metal fittings while offering excellent performance and longevity.
IMPORTANT: The technical data given on this website is for preliminary information purposes only and is published without guarantee. All line drawings are for illustrative purposes only and should not be regarded as wholly accurate in every detail. We reserve the right to withdraw or to alter the specification of any product without notice. For more information, please consult our Terms of Business.
If you require any further information, our excellent customer service team is here to help so please call us on 01794 835835.