Global hot water system market grows at 7.3% annually
Requires fittings with high temperature resistance, corrosion resistance, and pressure tolerance
ifan Pipeline’s PPR fittings meet EU EN 12201 standards for 95℃ hot water systems

2. Core Performance Advantages

High Temperature Resistance:
- Long-term operation: 70℃ (50-year lifespan)
- Short-term peak: 95℃ (100-hour duration)
Pressure Rating:
- Standard classes: 1.25MPa/1.6MPa/2.0MPa
- Burst pressure: ≥5.0MPa (vs. industry standard 3.5MPa)
Corrosion Resistance:
- Chloride-ion resistant (vs. copper pitting corrosion)
- No electrochemical corrosion risks

3. Performance Comparison with Traditional Fittings

Parameter	PPR Fittings	Copper Fittings	Stainless Steel Fittings
Max Temperature	95℃	150℃	200℃
Long-Term Temp	70℃ (50 years)	100℃ (15 years)	120℃ (25 years)
Installation Cost	Low (heat fusion)	High (soldering)	Very High (welding)
Corrosion Resistance	Excellent	Good	Excellent
Thermal Expansion	0.15mm/m·K	0.017mm/m·K	0.016mm/m·K

4. Technical Requirements for Hot Water Systems

Expansion Compensation: Install expansion joints every 5 meters
Water Quality: Compliant with GB/T 17219 drinking water standard
Pressure Testing: Conduct 1.5x working pressure test per EN 805

5. ifan Pipeline Solutions

Patented Technologies:
- Copper-inset elbows
- Pressure-balanced tee fittings
Custom Services:
- Full DN20-DN110 sizes for hot water systems
- Free thermal expansion calculation service
Quality Assurance:
- NSF/ANSI 61 certified for drinking water
- 100% pressure tested (0.8MPa for 2 hours)

6. Typical Applications

Residential central heating systems (villas/apartments)
Hotel centralized hot water systems (40 tons/day capacity)
Solar thermal projects (differential temperature systems)
Industrial cooling loops (≤95℃ operating conditions)

7. Case Studies & Test Data

Hangzhou Luxury Residential Project: Zero leaks in 5 years
Laboratory Results:
- 95℃ cycling test: 5,000 hours no deformation
- 500ppm chloride environment: 3,000 hours no corrosion

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