Rehau Edge User Manual

6.6
Pipe support channel
When installing pipes in exposed areas or installing long
piping without change in direction, we recommend using
pipe support channel for EDGE
TM
PE-Xa pipes.
REHAU pipe support channel is clipped onto and firmly
holds on the pipe. It stabilizes the pipe against sagging and
improves the visual appeal in exposed areas. When using
pipe support channel, bracket spacing can be increased to
2m regardless of the pipe size.
For installation of EDGE
TM
PE-Xa pipes without pipe
support channel, pipe sagging is to be anticipated.
Due to its axial clamping forces, pipe support channel also
reduces thermal expansion, therefore reduces the number
of deflection legs required.
6.6.1 Functionality
The pipe support channel covers the pipe by about 60 %
and is shaped to closely encase the pipe without additional
fastenings. This strong clamping eect prevents the pipe
from bending and reduces thermal expansion in length.
Fig. 6-4
Cross-section of pipe support channel
Fig. 6-
6 Maximum pipe clamp intervals
The maximum pipe clamp interval when using the pipe
support channel is 2m for all sizes. The distance from the
pipe end, or when changing direction, to the first pipe
fastener may not exceed 0.5 m. This way, pipe brackets for
pipe routing or in cellars can be attached in a uniform and
eective manner.
6.6.2 Assembly of the pipe support channel
Do not fit pipe support channel or pipe fasteners close to
the deflection legs so the pipe can still bend.
Pipe cover
Fig. 6-
5 Let the pipe support channel end approx. 2 mm before
compression sleeve
The pipe support channel must be fitted over the entire
length of the piping up to 2 mm before the compression
sleeve, as only this ensures reduction of the thermal
expansion length.
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Rehau Edge Specifications

General

Brand	Rehau
Model	Edge
Category	Construction Equipment
Language	English