TECHNICAL INFORMATION

PEX-Flex is flexible pre-insulated pipe designed for the efficient transfer of hot or cold medium. Supplied in single or dual (supply and return bundled together) format coils, this seamless pipe system is economical, simple to install and highly effective even in harsh soil conditions.

PEX-Flex is “self-compensating” with respect to expansion and contraction … just uncoil and snake into trench, then backfill. The pipe installs quickly and easily without solvent welding, special tools or heavy equipment resulting in a lower installed cost when compared to other insulating methods. No drainage tile, gravel fill or deep/wide trench required. PEX-Flex can be shallow buried even in high water table areas. The flexible nature of coiled PEX-Flex all but eliminates the need for joints, elbows and fittings making it a true seamless pipe system.

The PEX-Flex carrier pipe is made of plastic cross linked polyethylene (PEX) with EVAL coating which keeps oxygen from penetrating the pipe wall. The PEX is surrounded by a factory applied layer of closed cell, eco-friendly polyurethane foam – the best insulation material on the market. The whole package is encased in a tough but flexible extruded polyethylene jacket with UV stabilizer.

The pipe system is bonded … meaning the carrier pipe(s), insulation and jacket are mechanically linked to one another and move collectively during expansion/contraction. This also isolates a moisture problem to damaged area should the jacket be punctured … water cannot migrate through entire pipe system.

All PEX-Flex pipe comes equipped with a “smart” membrane between the outer casing and the insulation. This leak proof diffusion barrier prevents (cyclopentane) gas in the foam from escaping through the jacket and being replaced by atmospheric air which has inferior insulating properties – a process called “aging”. This keeps the operating performance high throughout the entire service life of the pipe.

PEX-Flex is manufactured by Logstor of Denmark, the world’s largest producer of pre-insulated pipe systems employing over 1300 people in 8 production facilities. Logstor has over 30 years experience of pre-insulating flexible PEX tubing. Urecon Ltd. distributes Logstor products throughout Canada and the US.

Single PEX-Flex Dimensions

Nominal
pipe size
Carrier
pipe OD
Carrier
pipe ID
Carrier
pipe wall
thickness
Jacket
pipe OD
Standard/
Maximum
coil
lengths*
Minimum
bending
radius
Weight
in in
(mm)
in
(mm)
in
(mm)
in
(mm)
ft
(m)
ft
(m)
lb/ft
(kg/m)
¾ 0.98
(25)
.784
(20)
0.098
(2.5)
3.0
(77)
328/984
(100/300)
2.6
(0.8)
.70
(1.0)
1 1.26
(32)
1.032
(26.2)
0.114
(2.9)
3.0
(77)
328/984
(100/300)
2.6
(0.8)
.70
(1.0)
1.57
(40)
1.28
(32.6)
0.145
(3.7)
3.5
(90)
328/984
(100/300)
3.0
(0.9)
1.9
(1.3)
1.97
(50)
1.608
(40.8)
0.181
(4.6)
4.3
(110)
328/984
(100/300)
3.5
(1.1)
1.3
(1.9)
2 2.48
(63)
2.024
(51.4)
0.228
(5.8)
4.9
(125)
328/656
(100/200)
4.0
(1.2)
1.6
(2.4)
2.95
(75)
2.406
(61.2)
0.272
(6.9)
5.5
(140)
328
(100)
4.5
(1.4)
2.2
(3.3)
3 3.54
(90)
2.894
(73.6)
0.323
(8.2)
6.3
(160)
328
(100)
5.2
(1.6)
2.8
(4.2)
4 4.33
(110)
3.544
(90)
0.393
(10.0)
6.3
(160)
328
(100)
5.2
(1.6)
3.7
(5.5)

* Pipe can also be supplied to exact length required. Maximum lengths are special order
n.b.: All sizes are metric, not IPS nor CTS sizes; imperial adapters are supplied as required.

Dual PEX-Flex Dimensions

Nominal
pipe size
Carrier
pipe OD
Carrier
pipe ID
Carrier
pipe wall
thickness
Jacket
pipe OD
Standard/
Maximum
coil lengths*
Minimum
bending
radius
Weight
in in
(mm)
in
(mm)
in
(mm)
in
(mm)
ft
(m)
ft
(m)
lb/ft
(kg/m)
2 x ¾ 2 x 0.98
(2 x 25)
0.784
(20)
0.098
(2.5)
4.3
(110)
328/ 656
(100/200)
3.5
( 1.1)
1.4
(2.1)
2 x 1 2 x 1.26
(2 x 32)
1.032
(26.2)
0.114
(2.9)
4.3
(110)
567/1,134
(173/246)
3.5
(1.1)
1.5
(2.2)
2 x 1¼ 2 x 1.57
(2 x 40)
1.280
(32.6)
0.145
(3.7)
4.9
(125)
328/ 656
(100/200)
4.0
(1.2)
1.8
(2.7)
2 x 1 ½ 2 x 1.97
(2 x 50)
1.608
(40.8)
0.181
(4.6)
6.3
(160)
328
(100)
5.2
(1.6)
2.8
(4.1)

* Pipe can also be supplied to exact length required. Maximum lengths are special order.
n.b .: All core pipe sizes are metric; metric compression x imperial NPT threaded adaptors are supplied as required.

PEX-Flex Temperature and Pressure

Pipe size Max. temperature Max. pressure
in (mm) Fahrenheit (Celsius) P.S.I. (bar)
¾ - 4 (20 - 110) 203 (95)* 87 (6)

* Refer to detailed PEX-Flex product specification for temperature and pressure considerations

 

OUTDOOR WOOD FURNACES

Only a professionally manufactured insulated pipe will maximize the efficiency of an outdoor wood furnace system by keeping heat losses to a minimum. By effectively heating the house (not the ground), less fuel is required, less wood is burned producing less emissions. Whatever your budget, you simply can’t afford not to install PEX-Flex! Supplied in coils, this 2-in1 (supply and return bundled together) pipe is economical, simple to install and highly effective even in harsh soil conditions.

PEX-Flex is “self-compensating” with respect to expansion and contraction … just uncoil and snake into trench, then backfill. The pipe installs quickly and easily without solvent welding, special tools or heavy equipment resulting in a lower installed cost when compared to other insulating methods. No drainage tile, gravel fill or deep/wide trench required. PEX-Flex can be shallow buried even in high water table areas. The flexible nature of coiled PEX-Flex all but eliminates the need for joints, elbows and fittings making it a true seamless pipe system.

The PEX-Flex carrier pipe is made of plastic cross linked polyethylene (PEX) with EVAL coating which keeps oxygen from penetrating the pipe wall. The PEX is surrounded by a factory applied layer of closed cell, eco-friendly polyurethane foam – the best insulation material on the market. The whole package is encased in a tough but flexible extruded polyethylene jacket with UV stabilizer.

The pipe system is bonded … meaning the carrier pipe(s), insulation and jacket are mechanically linked to one another and move collectively during expansion/contraction. This also isolates a moisture problem to damaged area should the jacket be punctured … water cannot migrate through entire pipe system.

All PEX-Flex pipe comes equipped with a “smart” membrane between the outer casing and the insulation. This leak proof diffusion barrier prevents (cyclopentane) gas in the foam from escaping through the jacket and being replaced by atmospheric air which has inferior insulating properties – a process called “aging”. This keeps the operating performance high throughout the entire service life of the pipe.

PEX-Flex is manufactured by Logstor of Denmark, the world’s largest producer of pre-insulated pipe systems employing over 1300 people in 8 production facilities. Logstor has over 30 years experience of pre-insulating flexible PEX tubing. Urecon Ltd. distributes Logstor products throughout Canada and the US.

The Payback:

Installing PEX-Flex actually pays for itself over time*, and you're also helping to do your part to reduce emissions.

The expected yearly savings is approximately 1 1/2 cords of wood based on the following assumptions:

  • An average cord of wood yields 24 million BTU's (7 MW/hr).
  • The trench from the furnace to the building(s) is approximately 100 ft (30 m) long.
  • The payback is based on a comparison to bare or poorly insulated piping systems. These inferior systems may be the result of using materials with insufficient insulating properties, inadequate insulation thickness, or may simply be insulation that absorbed moisture due to water ingress through the jacket or joints.
* Individual payback times will vary relative to the severity and length of the heating season.


Temperature drop with dual PEX-Flex

Using 2 x 1 in x 4.3 in OD (2 x 32 mm x 110 mm OD) with following operating parameters:
  • Supply temperature: 180 °F (82 °C)
  • Soil temperature: 32 °F (0 °C)

Flow Distance
GPM (US) 1/sec 100 ft (30 m) 150 ft (46 m)
3 0.19 178.5°F (81.4°C) 177.8°F (81.0°C)
5 0.32 179.1°F (81.7°C) 178.7°F (81.5°C)
10 0.63 179.5°F (81.9°C) 179.3°F (81.8°C)


Dual PEX-Flex Dimensions

Nominal
pipe size
Carrier
pipe OD
Carrier
pipe ID
Carrier
pipe wall
thickness
Jacket
pipe OD
Standard/
Maximum
coil lengths*
Minimum
bending
radius
Weight
in in
(mm)
in
(mm)
in
(mm)
in
(mm)
ft
(m)
ft
(m)
lb/ft
(kg/m)
2 x ¾ 2 x 0.98
(2 x 25)
0.784
(20)
0.098
(2.5)
4.3
(110)
328/ 656
(100/200)
3.5
( 1.1)
1.4
(2.1)
2 x 1 2 x 1.26
(2 x 32)
1.032
(26.2)
0.114
(2.9)
4.3
(110)
567/1,134
(173/246)
3.5
(1.1)
1.5
(2.2)
2 x 1¼ 2 x 1.57
(2 x 40)
1.280
(32.6)
0.145
(3.7)
4.9
(125)
328/ 656
(100/200)
4.0
(1.2)
1.8
(2.7)
2 x 1 ½ 2 x 1.97
(2 x 50)
1.608
(40.8)
0.181
(4.6)
6.3
(160)
328
(100)
5.2
(1.6)
2.8
(4.1)

* Pipe can also be supplied to exact length required. Maximum lengths are special order.
n.b .: All core pipe sizes are metric; metric compression x imperial NPT threaded adaptors are supplied as required.

PEX-Flex Temperature and Pressure

Pipe size Max. temperature Max. pressure
in (mm) Fahrenheit (Celsius) P.S.I. (bar)
¾ - 1½ (20 - 50) 203 (95)* 87 (6)

OTHER APPLICATIONS

feet of PEX-Flex have been installed in industrial, commercial and residential hydronic related pipe systems around the world. The pipe is used wherever energy savings are required by keeping overall heat losses (or gains) to a minimum. Typical applications include ice/snow melt systems; chilled water distribution; hot water district energy projects; chemical feed; industrial process piping and even solar heating.

Ice/Snow Melt Systems

Use PEX-Flex to run warm water from the heat source to the pad without losing heat.

Chilled Water Distribution

Use PEX-Flex to distribute centrally chilled water for air conditioning … often without joints or fittings. The highly efficient polyurethane insulation reduces heat gain from the warm soil (or ambient air temperature) greatly increasing system efficiency.

Hot Water District Energy

Use PEX-Flex to move around hot water in campus style systems … often without joints or fittings. Also ideally suited for steam condensate return.

Chemical Feed / Industrial Process Piping

Use PEX-Flex for transfer of chemicals or general process piping. Typically, joints and fittings are eliminated reducing worry of leakage … saving money when compared to traditional containment piping.

ORDER PEX-FLEX
PEX-Flex can by purchased from distributors throughout Canada and the US.
For a local representative please e-mail info@pexflex.net or call our toll free number 1-844-PEX-COIL (1-844-739-2645)
 

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
  • What makes your PEX-FLEX different than other insulated pipe systems?

    PEX-FLEX has a number of unique features. Most notably, it is a bonded system. The PEX carrier pipe is bonded to the PUR foam due to the EVAL coating, the Polyurethane (PUR) foam is bonded to the Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE) casing by means of a polymer Diffusion Barrier. This bonded system absorbs expansion and contraction and eliminates the ingress and travel of water should there be damage to the pipe. Another important difference with PEX-FLEX is the Diffusion Barrier, or Smart membrane. This polymer is engineered to prevent diffusion of cell gases through the casing. Thus the pipes retain the same high insulation properties throughout the entire service life. Our competitors cannot make the same claim.
  • What sizes of carrier pipe are available?

    PEX-FLEX is available with a single PEX carrier pipe in nominal sizes of (20mm) up to 4 (110mm).

    DUAL PEX-FLEX is available with 2 PEX carrier pipes per single casing in nominal sizes of 2 x (20mm) up to 2 x 1 (50mm).
  • Is PEX-FLEX very flexible?

    Flexible is a relative term. Our pipe is flexible enough to be coiled and easily transported. Uncoiling our pipe takes some work. Once installed the bulletproof system lasts well over 30 years. See chart below for minimum radius figures.

    Jacket pipe OD Minimum radius of curvature
    mm (in) m (ft)
    77 (3.0) 0.8 (2.6)
    90 (3.5) 0.9 (3.0)
    110 (4.3) 1.1 (3.5)
    125 (4.9) 1.2 (4.0)
    140 (5.5) 1.4 (4.5)
    160 (6.3) 1.6 (5.2)
  • What lengths does PEX-FLEX pipe come in?

    PEX-FLEX pipe comes in full coils of 328 ft. (100m). Dual 1 (32mmx32mm) comes in coils of 567 (173m). Double length rolls are available, on special order, in certain dimensions; for example, Dual 1 (32mmx32mm). All coils are available cut to length for specific projects and applications.
  • What if my installation is longer than 1 coil of pipe, say 375 feet?

    We would offer a full 328' coil and a 47' piece cut to length. You then require a pex to pex coupler and insulation kit to make the system watertight.
  • How do I transition from plastic to metal piping system? Do I need fittings?

    At this time all PEX pipe needs a mechanical fitting to transition to other types of pipe. You will need to come-off the PEX tubing at some point. Therefore you will need an adapter make the transition. A PEX to NPT Male thread adapter will allow the transition from the plastic PEX to other plumbing fittings and pipe.
  • Dimension of the coils and weights

    The Coils of PEX-FLEX are produced to be transported in an ocean going container. All coils are 8 across to a maximum of 8 high. The weight of the coil depends of pipe diameter and length. Coil Weights range from 50kg (110lbs) 570kg (1200 lbs). Please contact URECON at info@pexflex.net, for more details.
  • Your website states that: All sizes are metric, neither IPS nor CTS sizes; imperial adapters are supplied as required. Why do you use Metric sized pipe?

    PEX-FLEX is produced in Europe under European standards for pipe sizing, Diametre Nomimal or DIN. This standard uses metric measure.

    The North American Nominal Pipe size (NPS) system works the same way, the unit of measure is Imperial. Whether the pipe is NPS or DN it is reporting the approximate outside diameter of the pipe. Pipe wall thickness varies by manufacturer and thus the Inside diameter of the pipe varies.

    Upon conversion from DN to NPS a 32mm DN pipe is the closest in size to a 1 NPS pipe. It has a larger Inside Diameter but within the Nominal range.
  • Can I use PEX-FLEX for my household water?

    YES - PEXFlex is suitable and certified for POTABLE water (drinking and household use).
  • Are expansion loops required OR how does one accommodate for expansion/contraction?

    Expansion loops are NOT required. Due to the properties of the PEX carrier pipe Expansion/contraction need not be a consideration.
  • Any special backfill?

    No. Simply backfill with the soil removed during trenching. It is recommended that the material not contain organic material, nor sharp edged grains which could damage the pipe and joints over time.