Technical FAQs
Allowable angular joint deflection for Westlake Pipe & Fittings pipe:
| Joint Type | Max. Angular Joint Deflection |
|---|---|
|
Pressure Pipe – Integral Bell (IB) |
2° (100mm to 300mm [4” to 12”]) |
|
Pressure Pipe – Certa-Lok Restrained Joint Integral Bell (RJIB) |
0.5° |
|
Gasketed Sewer – Integral Bell (IB) |
5° (100mm to 300mm [4” to 12”])
3° (375mm to 600mm [15” to 24”])
1.5° (675mm [27”]) |
|
Kor-Flo® |
5° (100mm to 300mm [8” to 18”])
3° (525mm to 600mm [21” to 24”])
1° (750mm to 900mm [30” to 36”]) |
|
Cobra Lock RJ Coupling |
N/A – Refer to Max. Bending Limits |
For more information on changing direction of Westlake Pipe & Fittings' Gasketed Sewer Pipe refer to the Gasketed Sewer Pipe and Fittings Installation Guide (Page 19 and 20)