Natural Gas Containment Piping

Types of copper pipe fall into categories based on thickness of pipe wall.

Natural gas containment piping. It is provided with part numbered spooled out cut to length pieces factory manufactured to field dimensions. Thicker type l and thickest type k are used for gas service lines. Rovanco s containment conduit is designed for piping systems with durable 10 gauge minimum thickness metal conduit. Typical uses of rovanco containment pipe include oil natural gas chemicals solvents process waste gasoline and acid transfer lines.

Energy content in natural gas 1000 btu ft 3 37 26 mj m 3. Not for distribution of compressed air or gas. Not recommended for use with natural gas in some areas as sulfur content can cause interior flaking. Protective coating for underground piping.

Polyethylene gas pipe new install kit 1 1 in. The piping upstream of the gas meter and the meter itself usually are the responsibility of the gas company. Couplers 2 1 in. A machine with a burner that requires 440 000 btu would need a 1 1 4 pipe for a 20 long run.

Supplied in 40 lengths means an economical high quality system. Material for natural gas piping above ground and underground shall be astm a 53 grade b schedule 40 type e or s. The most common gas piping is black steel. 9 7 natural gas piping.

Dc 3 0708 termination fitting threaded access extender couplings slip on centralizers carrier pipe containment pipe containment fitting ball valve box carrier fitting optional extension. Pipe downstream of meter is homeowner s. Nominal pressure at the burner for natural gas is 3 5 of water column. The piping downstream of the gas meter usually is the responsibility of the homeowner.

All natural gas piping installations shall be designed and specified per the following requirements. Common to use fittings factor 1 5 equivalent pipe length in table above pipe length 50. Typical machine supply 5 7 pipe length must include additional length for all fittings. Below are the basics regarding natural gas piping protecting your meter and proper appliance.

Our design and manufacturing experience coupled with a wide selection of both carrier and jacket materials makes rovanco the ideal source for containment piping systems. Add approximately 5 feet of pipe per fitting. Understanding the rules and regulations regarding building with gas piping and proper venting of gas appliances is important for maintaining your safety. Specific gravity of natural gas 0 6.

Pipe 2 1 in. Pressure less than 1 1 2 psig. Natural gas piping and ventilation learn the basics of natural gas piping and proper ventilation. All elbows and tees are manufactured at rovanco s plant.

Pressure drop 0 5 inches water column.