A Breakdown on Sch 80 PVC Piping
We carry schedule 80 PVC pipe ranging in size from 1/2 inch diameters to 14 inches, with larger sizes available. We sell our pipe in 5 foot sections to avoid oversize package charges. Unfortunately, we cannot cut pipe to special lengths due to labor and shipping restrictions. Add the right schedule 80 fittings, and you can create the custom layout you need. The pipe can be used with fittings that slip into place or fittings that screw into place, depending on the setup. Slip or socket style ends can be connected using a PVC solvent cement.
Schedule 80 PVC pipe is thicker than its schedule 40 counterpart, making it more durable, so it can withstand higher pressures. The outside diameters of schedule 80 pipe are the same as that of schedule 40 pipe. Since the pipe material is thicker, this means that the interior diameter is smaller. As such, there can be a slight decrease in flow when using schedule 80 PVC pipe compared to Schedule 40.