Selection and Construction of New Types of Water Supply Pipings[J]. Journal of Civil and Environmental Engineering, 2001, 23(6): 61-65. DOI: 10.11835/j.issn.1674-4764.2001.06.012.
To overcome the disadvantages of traditional galvanized pipe
new types of water supply piping materials have been developed. Comparison and classification are made based on their characteristics such as thermal stability
resistance to pressure
expansion coefficient and thermal conductivity
resistance to water hammer
cost and easiness of installation. Furthermore
the characteristics were discussed according to their locations in buildings: distribution main line in each pressure zone
branch pipe in water closet and the main line. Finally
the conclusion about the principles for pipe selection according to its location in buildings is given.