JM Eagle’s Ultra Blue PVCO CIOD Pipe delivers unmatched strength, lightweight handling, and long-term reliability for municipal and industrial water infrastructure. This Pressure Class 165 psi pipe is manufactured to AWWA C909 standards and features a Cast Iron Outside Diameter (CIOD) to integrate seamlessly with legacy systems, making it an ideal upgrade or replacement solution.
🔍 What’s the Difference Between PVC and PVCO?
PVCO (Oriented PVC) is a molecularly enhanced version of standard PVC. It’s significantly stronger and more flexible, allowing for thinner walls and larger internal diameters without compromising strength. Compared to standard PVC, PVCO is:
- Up to 2x stronger and 4x more impact resistant
- 30–40% lighter for easier handling and installation
- More energy efficient thanks to a smoother interior (Hazen-Williams C=150)
✅ Key Benefits
- Advanced Molecular Orientation: Four times stronger than standard PVC with thinner walls, improving hydraulic capacity and performance.
- Exceptional Durability: Resistant to crushing, breaking, and notching—offers 77% higher tensile strength than conventional PVC.
- Corrosion-Free & Maintenance-Free: No need for lining, wrapping, coating, or cathodic protection. Resists galvanic corrosion and internal scaling.
- Long-Term Efficiency: Maintains consistent flow over time (Hazen-Williams C=150), reducing pumping energy costs.
- Lightweight for Easy Installation: Installs without heavy equipment; field-cuttable with power or hand tools.
📌 Product Specifications
- Product Type: Ultra Blue PVCO Pipe
- Standard Compliance: ANSI/AWWA C909
- Pipe Size: 16" CIOD
- Pressure Class: 165 psi
- Length: 20 ft nominal laying length (per AWWA/ASTM tolerance)
- Colors Available: Blue (standard), Green (sewer), Purple (reclaimed water)
- Joint Type: Gasketed Joint (ASTM D3139)
- Gasket Material: ASTM F477
- Pipe Compound: ASTM D1784 Cell Class 12454
- Certifications: ANSI/NSF 61, ANSI/NSF 14*, UL1285
💡 Applications
- Potable Water Distribution
- Gravity & Force Main Sewer Lines
- Water Reclamation Systems
- Municipal Infrastructure Projects
Ultra Blue PVCO CIOD 165 psi is a next-generation solution designed for reliability, performance, and long-term value. Ideal for engineers, municipalities, and contractors seeking high strength-to-weight performance and corrosion-free operation.
CIOD (AWWA C909)
| PRESSURE CLASS 165 psi | PIPE STIFFNESS: 28 psi | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PIPE SIZE (IN) | AVERAGE O.D. (IN) | NOM. I.D. (IN) | MIN. T. (IN) | AVG. E (IN) | APPROX. D³ (IN) | APPROX. WGT (LBS/FT) |
| 16 | 17.40 | 16.56 | 0.395 | 9.5 | 20.11 | 14.514 |