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Polyethylene Encasement For Ductile Iron Pipe
LOW DENSITY POLYWRAP

Description of Polyethylene Encasement
Polyethylene film prevents contact between the pipe and the surrounding soil for corrosion protection. However, it is not expected to be an airtight or watertight encasement. It is available in Natural (clear), Black or custom colors and in several widths suitable for all pipe sizes.

Specifications of Polyethylene Encasement
The 8 mil minimum, group 2, linear low density, flat tube, virgin polyethylene film provided meets or exceeds the requirements of AWWA C105-10, ANSI A21.5-10, ASTM D4976 and NT4112-10. The film is marked showing trademark, year of manufacture, type of resin, specification conformance, applicable pipe sizes and a corrosion protection warning.
Properties of Polyethylene Encasement

Tensile Strength 3600 psi, minimum-ASTM D882
Elongation 800%, minimum-ASTM D882
Dielectric Strength 800 V/mil, minimum-ASTM D149
Impact Resistance 600 g. minimum-ASTM D1709-B
Propagation Tear Resistance 2550 gf, minimum-ASTM D1922


Options of Polyethylene Encasement

Northtown’s Polywrap is available in custom colors. Standard Options are purple polywrap for reclaimed water lines, and blue and green for water and sewer lines, respectively. Other colors and markings are available by special order.

Product Data Sheet
Polywrap Installation Guide

 

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Polyethylene Encasement For Ductile Iron Pipe
Underground Tapes, Pipe Coatings, Pipe Tapes, Cathodic Protection and Pipe Products

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