Dimensional specifications, pressure classes and engineered jointing for specialized infrastructure service.
PE Tapping Saddles — Outside diameter 32 mm
Branch Tapping Mechanism from Active Carrier Pipes
Clamp tapping saddles provide an efficient engineering solution for establishing branch off-takes from polyethylene pipes without severing the main pipeline. Two polymer half-shells encircle the pipe and are clamped with metallic bolts; drilling through the threaded outlet completes the connection.
An elastomeric O-ring seated in an annular groove around the outlet port compresses against the outer pipe surface, delivering reliable sealing against internal operational pressures.
Standard ISO 17885 & Polymer Material Durability
Tapping saddles in this section are manufactured per international standard ISO 17885. The high-toughness polypropylene body delivers outstanding resistance against agricultural fertilizers, water chemicals, and underground soil corrosion.
Corrosion-resistant treated steel bolts maintain long-term mechanical clamping integrity across buried and surface installations.
Site Mounting & Pipe Tapping Best Practices
The pipe surface where the saddle sits must be thoroughly cleaned of dirt and deep gouges. Fastening bolts should proceed in alternating progressive stages to distribute clamping pressure symmetrically over the pipe circumference and O-ring.
Drilling the pipe wall must occur after the saddle is fully secured, using a hole saw that retains the cut coupon to prevent plastic swarf from falling into the flow line.
PE Tapping Saddles — Frequently Asked Questions
What product is published in the tapping saddle category?
Currently, the bolted polymer clamp saddle is active in this category.
What standard governs these clamp tapping saddles?
These products are engineered according to ISO 17885 for mechanical piping components.
What is the primary advantage of a tapping saddle over a tee fitting?
A tapping saddle avoids cutting the main pipe, requires no welding, and enables rapid, economical branching without halting flow.
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