Types of Pipes for Efficient Irrigation Systems: A Comprehensive Guide

1. Types of Pipes for Efficient Irrigation Systems: A Comprehensive Guide

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The reason why we sends to you the knowledge related to Distinguishing the types of pipes in the automatic irrigation system is because in different irrigation systems, as well as depending on the actual conditions of terrain, scale and investment capacity, or requirements for durability, ability to roll up, move the irrigation system… we can choose different types of pipes in the irrigation system.

So, let’s learn about the Types of Pipes for Efficient Irrigation Systems: A Comprehensive Guide with Driptec.

2. uPVC pipe irrigation systems

First of all, uPVC pipes are the most popular and recognizable type of pipe on the market today, uPVC pipes are often very popular in civil and industrial construction as well as in automatic irrigation systems.

Definition of uPVC pipes

When it comes to pipes, there are many types of materials that can be used. PVC, or polyvinyl chloride, is one of the most popular materials for making pipes and uPVC, is a type of PVC that has some unique advantages.

So what is UPVC pipe? uPVC stands for Unplasticized Poly Vinyl Chloride, which is a type of pipe made from solid PVC plastic.

uPVC pipes and fittings have many advantages over other types of pipes such as copper or steel due to their flexibility in use, construction as well as cost.

uPVC pipe characteristics

Usually gray in color
Hard, straight pipe, no ability to roll the pipe
On the market, it is usually produced in 4m-6m lengths
Pressure resistance is usually about 6-20bar
Common pipe sizes: 21mm, 27mm, 34mm, 42mm, 60mm, 90mm, 114mm …
Connection: glue

Outstanding features of uPVC pipes

non-toxic
Durable
Easy to connect
Low maintenance costs
Reasonable cost
Limit leakage
Low pressure loss
Acid resistance
High temperature resistance …

Common applications of uPVC pipes in irrigation systems

Used as main pipes, branch pipes
Used as pipes to attach sprinklers
Used as pump suction pipes

3. HDPE pipe in irrigation systems

If you walk along the roads throughout the Central Highlands, you will see huge rolls of black and blue pipes placed in front of the stores selling water supplies, irrigation equipment, etc. These are most likely rolls of HDPE pipes.

HDPE Pipe definition

HDPE pipe is a type of flexible plastic pipe used to convey liquids and gases. It is often used to replace old concrete or steel main pipes. Made from thermoplastic HDPE (high-density polyethylene), it has low permeability and strong molecular bonds, making it suitable for high-pressure pipes. HDPE pipes are commonly used for water pipes, gas pipes, drainage pipes, slurry lines, irrigation, fire-fighting system supply lines, electrical and communication pipes, storm water and drainage pipes.

Characteristics of HDPE pipes for irrigation systems

Usually black, or blue (very rare)
Relatively hard but can still be rolled
50mm or 100m roll
Quite high pressure resistance: 6 to 20bar
Common pipe sizes: 32mm, 40mm, 50mm, 63mm, 90mm, 110mm …
Connection: belt, or heat welding

Highlights when applied in irrigation systems

Flexible
Durable
Chemical resistance
Anti-leakage
Lightweight
Economical
Environmentally friendly
Low pressure loss

Common applications of HDPE pipes in irrigation systems

Used as main water transmission pipes
Commonly applied in mountainous areas
Commonly applied for mobile irrigation, mobile gun irrigation

4. LDPE pipe in irrigation systems

If uPVC pipes, LDPE pipes are commonly used in irrigation systems as water pipes, main pipes, branch pipes. LDPE pipes are often used as fishbone pipes, final supply pipes in irrigation systems, pipes to attach sprinklers or drippers.

LDPE pipe definition

Low density polyethylene pipe is also known as LDPE (Low Density Polyethylene Pipe) is a water supply pipe in irrigation systems. The pipe is soft, flexible, with a small diameter from 6mm to 32mm.

LDPE pipe characteristics

LDPE pipes are quite flexible (more flexible than HDPE pipes)
The pipes are usually produced in black or silver (2-layer pipes)
The pipes are easily rolled
The roll length is usually 200m
The pressure resistance is usually low, about 4-6bar
Common pipe sizes are 4*6mm, 5*7mm, 16mm, 20mm, 25mm, 32mm
Connection: barbed joints

Highlights when using LDPE pipes in irrigation systems

High flexibility
Easy to construct and install
High durability
No leakage

Application of LDPE pipes in irrigation systems

As mentioned above, LDPE pipes are often used as the final pipe level, which is the pipe on which irrigation equipment is mounted.

5. PVC layflat hose in irrigation systems

We often see PVC hoses (also known as Layflat hoses, many people also call them fire hoses) used in drip irrigation systems along the plant beds (for example in automatic sugarcane irrigation systems, automatic wheat irrigation systems, etc.).

PVC hose concept

PVC Layflat hose is made from soft PVC reinforced with interwoven polyester fibers. As the name suggests, one of the main characteristics of the hose is the ability to lay the hose flat for the purpose of rolling – storing – transporting; they are used to supply water for works such as construction or irrigation; when transporting water is not easy.

Characteristics of PVC collapsible pipe

When not loaded with water, the collapsible pipe is thin and easy to roll up
The pipe usually has a pressure resistance of about 4-8bar
In the irrigation system, the pipe usually has a diameter of 50mm, 63mm, 90mm
50m or 100m roll
Connection: use quick-release joints with pipe clamps.

Highlights of PVC collapsible pipe in irrigation system

Easy to roll up – transport, move
Lightweight, flexible in use
Moderate pressure resistance (4-8bar) suitable for drip irrigation or mobile gun irrigation.

Common applications of PVC collapsible pipe in irrigation system

Used as a branch pipe to attach drip pipes
Used in mobile gun irrigation systems
Used in cases of collapsing the irrigation system after each crop season (common when renting land for planting, or rolling up so that machinery can work).

6. PE layflat hose in irrigation systems

Similar to PVC layflat hose, we have PE collapsible pipes. Basically, they are the same in terms of convenience, can be flattened and rolled up.

Also used as branch pipes in drip irrigation systems

But PE layflat hose is usually thinner, lighter. And are less used in mobile gun irrigation systems.

7. Soft PE pipe in Irrigation systems

Soft PE pipe is a special type of pipe that is usually produced with an inner diameter of 3mm and an outer diameter of 5mm (also known as 3x5mm PE pipe). This pipe is often used as a conduit in drip irrigation systems using pins. Applicable to watering potted plants (such as Cantaloupe irrigation), automatic watering for greenhouse irrigation.

8. Conclusion

Above we discuss for Types of Pipes for Efficient Irrigation Systems: A Comprehensive Guide, we hope the reader can know more about the options and have the right choice for your irrigation systems.

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