Victaulic Style 171 flexible composite pipe coupling

Victaulic has launched its Style 171 flexible composite pipe coupling. An engineered composite coupling, the product is suitable for use where corrosive conditions exist and for reverse osmosis (RO) skids in vertical and horizontal installations.

The coupling enables quick and simple installation, offers corrosion and UV resistance and is lighter in weight than ductile iron and stainless steel couplings. The coupling does not require disassembly prior to installation; it is simply pushed onto the pipe end as a fully assembled unit and tightened using standard hand tools.

As a flexible joint, the product accommodates expansion, contraction and deflection in the piping system. Its design eliminates loose components that could be dropped or lost and reduces installation clearance requirements.

The coupling is available in 40 to 100 mm sizes and joins standard roll- or cut-grooved PVC and cut-grooved HDPE pipe. It can withstand pressures of up to 150 psi (1034 kPa) and is supplied with the Victaulic Grade ‘E2’ EPDM gasket. It is suitable for operating temperatures of 1 to 54°C.