HDPE fusion pipe

March 11, 2025

What is HDPE fusion pipe?

High-density polyethylene (HDPE) fusion pipe is a plastic pipe that is seamlessly welded between pipes and fittings or between pipes and pipes through hot-melt connection technology. It is mainly used in water supply, drainage, gas transmission, agricultural irrigation and other fields.

HDPE fusion pipe mainly adopts hot-melt butt or electric fusion connection. By heating the end face of the pipe to a molten state, and then quickly connecting and cooling, an integrated, leak-free connection system is formed. Because HDPE pipes have excellent corrosion resistance, high pressure resistance, wear resistance and long service life, they are widely used in municipal infrastructure, industrial engineering and agricultural irrigation.

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Why choose high-density polyethylene fusion pipe?

1. Firm connection without leakage, ensuring safe transportation

HDPE fusion pipe adopts hot-melt or electric-melt connection, which eliminates the gap and leakage risk at the joint by melting the ends of the pipe and connecting them into a whole. This seamless connection feature ensures the high sealing of the pipeline system, which is particularly suitable for fields with extremely high safety requirements such as gas transmission and drinking water pipelines.

Compared with traditional metal or PVC pipes, the welding strength of HDPE fusion pipe is even higher than that of the pipe body, avoiding the risk of leakage caused by loose joints or poor sealing, and providing higher safety for various transportation systems.

2. Corrosion resistance, chemical erosion resistance, and long service life

HDPE fusion pipe has excellent corrosion resistance and can effectively resist the erosion of corrosive substances such as acids, alkalis, salts, and chemical solutions. In the fields of industrial sewage discharge, chemical transportation, sewage discharge, etc., HDPE fusion pipe can maintain stable performance for a long time, avoid pipeline corrosion, rupture and other problems, and significantly extend the service life.

According to measured data, the service life of HDPE fusion pipe can reach more than 50 years, which greatly reduces maintenance costs and replacement costs, making it the most cost-effective pipeline choice.

3. Excellent high pressure resistance and impact resistance

The material properties of HDPE fusion pipes determine their high strength, toughness and impact resistance. In high-pressure systems such as water supply, drainage, and gas transmission, HDPE fusion pipes can withstand high working pressures to avoid the risk of pipeline rupture due to pressure fluctuations or external force impacts.

In addition, HDPE fusion pipes are highly flexible and can maintain the stability of the pipeline structure even in unstable environments such as earthquakes, foundation settlement, and soil collapse, ensuring the safe operation of the transmission system.

4. Easy installation and reduced construction costs

HDPE fusion pipes use hot melt welding or electric fusion welding, which has a simple connection method and convenient construction, and does not require the addition of sealants or chemical adhesives, reducing pollution and hidden dangers during construction.

In addition, HDPE fusion pipes are light in weight, easy to carry and install, and greatly reduce construction costs and construction time. Compared with traditional metal pipes, the installation cost of HDPE pipes can be saved by more than 30%, making them a high-quality choice for modern infrastructure construction.

5. Environmentally friendly and non-toxic, in line with international health standards

HDPE fusion pipes are made of non-toxic, odorless, and pollution-free high-density polyethylene materials, which meet the health standards for drinking water transportation and are widely used in urban water supply, rural drinking water projects, farmland irrigation and other fields. In the process of transporting drinking water, HDPE fusion pipes will not release harmful substances, ensuring pure and pollution-free water quality.

In addition, HDPE pipes can be 100% recycled, which is in line with the concept of global green and sustainable development and helps reduce carbon emissions.

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Main application areas of HDPE fusion pipe

1. Urban water supply system

In urban water supply system, HDPE fusion pipe has become the preferred material for water supply pipelines due to its advantages of no leakage, corrosion resistance and long service life. Its electric fusion connection or hot melt connection ensures the sealing of the water supply system and avoids water waste.

2. Gas transmission pipeline

HDPE fusion pipe is widely used in natural gas, liquefied gas and other gas transmission pipelines. Its strong pressure resistance, strong corrosion resistance and no leakage make it the safest pipeline material in the gas industry.

3. Industrial sewage discharge and material transportation

In the fields of chemical industry, mining, sewage treatment plants, etc., HDPE fusion pipe can effectively transport chemical liquids, sewage and solid materials with its corrosion resistance and wear resistance, ensuring the long-term and stable operation of the transportation system.

4. Agricultural irrigation

HDPE fusion pipe is widely used in agricultural irrigation systems such as farmland drip irrigation, sprinkler irrigation, and water pipelines. Its characteristics of UV resistance, high temperature resistance and strong flexibility make it adaptable to various complex terrains and ensure the long-term normal operation of the irrigation system.

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Connection method

1. Butt fusion connection

Butt fusion is the most commonly used connection method for HDPE fusion pipes, which is suitable for large-diameter pipe connections. The two ends are heated by a butt welding machine to melt and then butt, and an integrated connection is formed after cooling.

Advantages:

Welding strength is higher than the pipe body;

No additional materials are required, and the construction is simple;

Suitable for long-distance pipeline transportation.

2. Electric fusion connection

Electrofusion connection is mainly suitable for the connection of small-diameter pipes and accessories. The built-in electric heating wire of the pipe is heated by an electric fusion welding machine to fuse the pipe into one.

Advantages:

Quick connection and strong sealing;

Suitable for construction in complex terrain;

Stable connection without leakage.

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Why choose Junnuo's HDPE fusion pipe?

As the world's leading supplier of HDPE pipes, Junnuo has a significant advantage in the global market with its excellent product quality, reasonable price and comprehensive services:

1. High-quality raw materials: PE100 or PE100-RC raw materials are used to ensure higher product strength and corrosion resistance;

2. International certification: The products are certified by international standards such as ISO 4427, ISO 9001, CE, etc. to ensure safety and reliability;

3. Fast delivery: Junnuo has multiple production bases around the world to ensure fast delivery;

4. Technical support: Provide comprehensive technical support, installation guidance and after-sales service;

5. Price advantage: Large-scale production ensures that the product has a very competitive price and reduces customer procurement costs.

 

Against the background of the rapid development of global infrastructure construction, HDPE fusion pipes have become the preferred material in water supply, gas, sewage, agricultural irrigation and other fields with their strong connection, corrosion resistance and strong pressure resistance.

If you are looking for high-quality HDPE fusion pipes and connection accessories, Junnuo will be your most trusted partner.


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