What material should be chosen for compressed air pipelines?
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This post was last edited by 955559 on 2018-8-7 22:46. What material should be chosen for compressed air pipelines? 1. Using stainless steel is the best option, but it’s very expensive. 2. Using galvanized pipes can lead to rusting; they are cheap. 3. PPR pipes are inexpensive, but they break over time and are not safe. 4. New types of aluminum alloy pipes do not rust, are resistant to corrosion, and do not leak; however, they are relatively expensive and require quick installation
Our company uses seamless steel pipes made of 20# steel.
There is no fixed standard for this; it is determined based on the existing conditions. Now, with money available, you can go straight for stainless steel pipes – it’s done in one go
It is necessary to check the purity of your compressed air. For medical applications, it is recommended to use stainless steel seamless pipes, while for general purposes, carbon steel seamless pipes are advised.
Check the cleanliness requirements; carbon steel is generally used
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