PolyPlumb Steel Pipe Stiffener 10mm to 22mm
£0.49 – £0.61Price range: £0.49 through £0.61 inc VAT (£0.41 – £0.51Price range: £0.41 through £0.51 ex VAT)
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The Polyplumb Steel Pipe Stiffener is a metal insert that braces the bore of plastic pipe, sized 10mm, 15mm, 22mm and 28mm. Often chosen where pipe goes into Compression fittings. From Plumb Parts in Glasgow.
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| PB6410M |
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10mm | £0.52 inc VAT (£0.43 ex VAT) |
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£0.52 inc VAT | ||
| PB6415M |
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15mm | £0.49 inc VAT (£0.41 ex VAT) |
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£0.49 inc VAT | ||
| PB6422M |
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22mm | £0.61 inc VAT (£0.51 ex VAT) |
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£0.61 inc VAT |
A Polyplumb Steel Pipe Stiffener is a metal sleeve that slides inside the end of plastic pipe before jointing. It keeps the pipe from squashing when a fitting grips it.
When to fit a Polyplumb Steel Pipe Stiffener
Plastic pipe needs internal support at every joint, both in Push Fit fittings and in Compression fittings. The maker lists both plastic and metal stiffeners for its range. Many fitters prefer metal ones where the pipe goes into a Compression fitting, because the olive squeezes hard on the pipe wall. Copper pipe never needs one.
- Sizes: 10mm, 15mm, 22mm and 28mm
- Steel insert for plastic pipe
- Used with Push Fit or Compression joints
- Push fully into the cut end
Cut the pipe cleanly and square. Slide the stiffener in until the lip sits on the end of the pipe. If it is tight, tap it in gently against a flat surface rather than forcing it with pliers. Then make the joint as normal. Always check the instructions for the fitting you are using. The plastic version and other parts are in Polyplumb Fittings.
Stiffeners at our Glasgow shop
Plumb Parts is on 555 South Street, Glasgow G14 0QX. Opening is Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm and Saturday and Sunday 8am to 1pm. Shop online if that suits better.
Specification
- Brand: Polyplumb
- Range: Polyplumb Push Fit
- Material: Steel
- Connection: Fits inside plastic pipe ends
- Sizes: 10mm, 15mm, 22mm and 28mm
- Suitable for: Plastic pipe ends in Push Fit or Compression joints
Common Questions
What is a pipe stiffener? It goes inside the end of plastic pipe to support the bore, so the grab ring and O ring in a Polyplumb fitting can grip and seal properly.
Do I need a pipe stiffener on copper pipe? No, copper is rigid enough on its own. Stiffeners are only needed on plastic pipe.
Which size Polyplumb steel pipe stiffener do I need? Match the stiffener to the size of plastic pipe you are using. Polyplumb comes in 10mm, 15mm, 22mm and 28mm.
How do you fit a Polyplumb steel pipe stiffener? Cut the plastic pipe square, slide the stiffener all the way into the end, then push the pipe firmly into the Polyplumb fitting until it is fully home.
Can I use another brand of stiffener in Polyplumb fittings? We’d stick with Polyplumb stiffeners in Polyplumb joints. They are made to suit the grab ring and O ring, and it keeps you in line with the maker’s instructions.
Is Polyplumb suitable for central heating? Yes, Polyplumb covers hot and cold water as well as radiator and underfloor heating installations.
Datasheets
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10mm ,15mm ,22mm ,28mm ,35X35mm ,42X42mm ,54X54mm ,67X67mm ,76X76mm ,108X108mm |
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