Apollo APPW5001 Pipe, 1 in, 500 ft L, PEX, Polyethylene, White

PEX tubing is cross-linked, high-density polyethylene. The silane method, also called the moisture cure method, results in PEX-B. In this method, cross-linking is performed in a secondary post-extrusion process, producing cross-links between a cross-linking agent. The process is accelerated with heat and moisture. The cross-linked bonds are formed through silanol condensation between two grafted vinyl trimethoxy silane (VTMS) units, connecting the polyethylene chains with C-C-Si-O-SiC-C bridges. PEX tubing is for use in hot and cold potable water distribution systems. PEX tubing can also be used in continuously recirculating plumbing systems up to 140 deg F while maintaining chlorine resistance. The tubing may be installed in concrete, gypsum based lightweight concrete, sand, asphalt, in or under wood flooring or behind wallboard or plaster.

Made of polyethylene with a white finish, in 1 in, with connection type PEX, pressure rating 100 psi, temperature rating 180 deg F.

Application

For use in potable water systems

• Type-B cross-linked polyethylene
• Flexible and tough
• Less expensive than other plumbing materials