Polyethylene and PVC pipe - which one is better?

The use of polyethylene (PE) and PVC (PVC) pipes can be different depending on the needs and conditions used. Each of these two types of pipes have different features and specifications, which we will mention below:

Polyethylene (PE) pipe:

• It is made of polymer material that has a low friction coefficient and makes the fluid flow more smoothly inside the pipe.
• It has a high thermal coefficient and can be used at low temperatures.
• It has high breaking and tearing resistance and is resistant to impact and temperature changes.
• It has good resistance to ultraviolet rays and is resistant to sunlight and atmospheric factors.
• It is usually used for conveying water, gas and sewage.

PVC pipe:

• It is made of PVC plastic, which has a high coefficient of friction, and because of this, the fluid flow inside the pipe is slower than polyethylene.
• It has a low thermal coefficient and may be brittle at high temperatures.
• It is relatively more vulnerable to external damage and is sensitive to the sun and UV rays.
• It is suitable for conveying city water, sewage and fluids that are more chemical.

According to the different characteristics of each of these two types of pipes, depending on the needs and conditions used, one of them may be better than the other. For example, if you need a smoother fluid flow inside the pipe and you want to use the pipe at low temperatures, polyethylene pipe is the best option. On the other hand, if you need to transfer more chemical fluids, it is better to use PVC pipe.

Therefore, the use of each of these two types of pipes depends on the desired characteristics and needs, and the best option is chosen depending on the existing conditions and desired needs.