What Pressure Is Pvc Rated For

Note that each material is pressure rated to 230 psi at 73°F (22.8°C). PVC has a derating factor of 0.31 at 130°F (54.4°C), making it pressure rated up to 71.3 psi at that temperature (230 psi x 0.31 = 71.3 psi).

What PSI is PVC rated for?

Most consumer air compressors compress air to 125-175 psi, which does not sound like much. Most smaller sizes of PVC pipe are rated for between 300-600 psi, but that is only if the pipes are new and the system is perfectly sealed.

What is the pressure rating of Schedule 20 PVC pipe?

Schedule 20 PVC pipe is rated up to 200 psi which is WAY more than you’ll need for your tank.