Material Composition | Industrial water systems, plumbing | Industry: PVC Schedule 40 (ISO 1402) Base: PVC/PE100 composite ▲ (EN 13476) Advanced: PE100 Grade RC ▲▲ (ASTM F2306) | Base combines PVC durability with PE flexibility; Advanced resists corrosion ▲▲ | Base may be heavier; Advanced requires specialized storage ▲▲ (costlier) |
Pressure Rating | High-pressure industrial pipelines | Industry: 16 bar (EN 12201) Base: 20 bar ▲ (ISO 1402) Advanced: 25 bar ▲▲ (ASTM F1458) | Base handles municipal systems; Advanced supports heavy industrial use ▲▲ | Base may need thicker walls; Advanced requires careful installation ▲▲ |
Chemical Resistance | Chemical plants, wastewater treatment | Industry: Mild chemicals (ASTM D1318) Base: 50+ chemicals ▲ (ASTM D543) Advanced: Full chemical resistance ▲▲ (ISO 1412) | Base resists common acids; Advanced withstands harsh solvents ▲▲ | Base may fail under strong alkalis; Advanced cost-prohibitive for basic needs ▲▲ |
Temperature Range | Cold regions, hot climates | Industry: -10°C to 60°C (ISO 4437) Base: -20°C to 65°C ▲ (ASTM D2464) Advanced: -30°C to 80°C ▲▲ (EN 1452) | Base suits moderate climates; Advanced works in extreme conditions ▲▲ | Base may crack in sub-zero temps; Advanced needs UV protection ▲▲ |
Installation Flexibility | Rapid deployment projects | Industry: Standard fittings (ISO 7115) Base: Quick-connect couplings ▲ (DIN 3873) Advanced: Self-sealing joints ▲▲ (ASTM F656) | Base reduces assembly time; Advanced eliminates leaks instantly ▲▲ | Base requires tools; Advanced joints are less durable over time ▲▲ |
Certifications | Global compliance-driven projects | Industry: CE (base requirement) Base: CE + NSF 61 ▲ Advanced: CE + NSF 61 + ISO 9001 ▲▲ | Base meets basic safety norms; Advanced ensures premium quality ▲▲ | Base may not suffice for regions requiring NSF; Advanced adds audit costs ▲▲ |