Cpvc systems with large diameter cpvc piping.

[AZsprink]

Just got a service call on a building with 3" Cpvc mains with steel sprig-ups. You would not believe the amount of time it took us to track down all of the 3"fittings, and pipe, to make the repair. 7- days for shipping etc. I think parts came from 3- states. Something to think about, when designing, with large cpvc piping.

 

[MGXFP]

Large diameter CPVC pipe is not worth the expense in my experience. Anything over 2" should be done in steel if you have the option.

 

[Sdpaddler50]

I rarely see plastic pipe in commercial applications. I thought it was only allowed in light hazard, and must be enclosed in a rated soffit? For example, a hotel will often have a 2 to 3 in steel loop around the core, and then it transitions to plastic when feeding the various rooms.

 

[MGXFP]

Under the right circumstances CPVC may be used exposed in ordinary hazard applications but due to its listing is practically only used behind fire rated assemblies in light hazard scenarios.

 

[cdafd]

Need to pull the most recent listing, the places and how it can be used keeps expanding