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Concrete
Pressure
Pipe

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The More You Know about Concrete Pressure Pipe, the More You’ll Insist on It

A concrete pressure pipe is a specially designed item that brings together the advantageous properties of Portland cement concrete and steel, forming a sturdy structure for transporting liquids under varying external stress and internal pressure conditions.

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Characteristics

There are 4 types of CPP, each with their own unique characteristics.
Learn more about the differences between them

Application

CPP can be used for virtually any water conveyance application.
Learn more about which type of CPP best suits each application

Benefits

CPP has a variety of benefits. Learn more about the advantages of
CPP why it is the right choice for your project

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Lloyd’s Register Quality Assurance (LRQA) Certified

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The More You Know about Concrete Pressure Pipe, the More You’ll Insist on It

Types of CPP (Concrete Pressure Pipe)

The American Water Works Association (AWWA) defines four types of concrete pressure pipe:

Reinforced Concrete Pressure Pipe, Steel-Cylinder Type

(AWWA C300)

C300 utilizes a steel cylinder and steel rebar cages in the pipe design. It is available from 30in (750mm) diameter and up and is typically limited to a maximum working pressure of 260psi (1790kPa).

Prestressed Concrete Pressure Pipe, Steel-Cylinder Type

(AWWA C301)

There are two types of C301 pipe, Lined-Cylinder Pipe (LCP) and Embedded-Cylinder Pipe (ECP), both of which utilize a steel cylinder and pre-stress wire.

LCP is available up to a maximum of 60in (1500mm) diameter, while ECP is most commonly available from 48in (1200mm) and up.

Reinforced Concrete Pressure Pipe, Noncylinder Type

(AWWA C302)

C302 utilizes steel rebar cages and can have either steel or concrete joint rings. It is commonly available from 24in (600mm) to 144in (3660mm) and limited to a maximum working pressure of 55psi (380kPa).

 

Concrete Pressure Pipe, Bar- Wrapped, Steel-Cylinder Typ

(AWWA C303)

First offered in the early 1940’s, it is similar to C301 pipe but utilizes rebar in place of pre-stress wire and is classified as a semi-rigid pipe. C303 is commonly available from 14in (350mm) to 64in (1600mm).

Application Scenarios

Concrete Pressure Pipe (CPP) is an engineered product that combines concrete and steel to create a robust structure that is suitable for a wide variety of applications. The chart below provides guidance on which type of CPP would be suitable for various applications.

APPLICATION

C300

C301

C302

C303

WATER TRANSMISSION LINES

Water Distribution Mains

Wastewater Gravity Sewers

Wastewater Force Mains

Dam Principal Spillways

WATER Treatment Plants – Process Lines

Wastewater Treatment Plants – Process Lines

Industrial Process Lines

Chilled Water Lines

Power Plant Cooling Lines

Power Plant Make-up Water Lines

Subaqueous Intake Lines

Subaqueous Outfall Lines

Pile Supported Lines

Direct Jacked/Microtunneling

Carrier Pipe in Tunnel Casings

NOTE:

This matrix is intended to provide general guidelines for the use of concrete pressure pipe.
Before making any design decision, you should consult your local manufacturer.
To find a manufacturer in your area, contact ACPPA.

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