The Rechau company, which is located in Germany, has been manufacturing pipes and fittings since 1948. These products are known and recognized throughout the world. In the manufacturing process, cross-linked polyethylene is used, which ensures the reliability and durability of the products. Experts note that not only professionals, but also home craftsmen who previously did not have experience in carrying out these works are able to install such pipes.
Why you should choose Rechau pipes
Such pipes are manufactured using new technologies, this explains their fundamental features, which are:
- increased sound insulation;
- the ability to carry out installation according to a unique method;
- universality of the material;
- crack resistance;
- deformation stability;
- high degree of isolation;
- ability to undergo temperature changes;
- safety for human health;
- special internal coating of the walls.
For the reason that the installation of such pipes is carried out using a unique technology, you can create the most durable connection. Among other things, both cold and hot water can be supplied through these pipes. The maximum liquid temperature can reach 95 ° C.
Pipes are almost not subject to mechanical damage, so they can be laid even under plaster or by any other closed method. The material has a high degree of thermal insulation, which saves resources. Among other things, pipes are able to undergo temperature changes and high internal pressure.
Preparing for pipe installation
Installation of Rehau pipes should be carried out after completion of the preparatory phase. For this, a tool and pipes are purchased. You will need fittings and adapters, and when calculating the necessary materials, it is best to use a pre-compiled scheme. For installation work, you will need an expander with a set of nozzles for pipes of different diameters. The tool is better known as an expander. It is necessary to prepare a press clamp with nozzles of different diameters, since the installation is somewhat different from conventional welding. For procedures you will need a tool of the same manufacturer. It will not be possible to do without a pipe cutter, however, it is probably available in the arsenal of a home master. A marker for marking pipes and a tape measure should be prepared.
Installation of pipes "Rehau" can be done independently, because the above tools are usually available for every home master. And if not, then the repair kit can be purchased for only 2500 rubles, which will justify the refusal of professional assistance.
Pipeline assembly
The installation of Rechau pipes without a special tool should begin with the preparation of products, and workpieces of suitable sizes should be cut. Fittings are prepared that are useful for assembling different sections of the pipeline. If the installation is carried out using Rechau pipes, then all sections of the system should be prepared and make sure that the sections were cut according to the scheme. For inspection, fittings and pipes are recommended to be laid out on the floor in the correct sequence. This is especially true for the arrangement of heating of urban apartments, since it will be necessary to turn off the system in the whole house.
When cutting pipes, it is necessary to be guided by the famous Russian proverb. Installation of Rechau pipes by improvised means is possible, but it should only be carried out using correctly prepared sections. If you make a mistake at the same time, it may not be possible to install a pipeline system without acquiring additional pipes. Docking of fittings and products among themselves is carried out by sleeves, which are installed according to a certain technology. A nozzle with a diameter that matches the parameter of the pipe used should be selected on the expander. The handle of the tool must be spread apart, and its ends are located at right angles to each other. The nozzle on the expander should be fixed firmly and held on the pin, when installing it is necessary to feel the stop. A sleeve should be put on the piece to be connected to the fitting. Its diameter should correspond to the diameter of the pipe.
Methodology
When installing Rechau pipes, you should pay attention to the fact that the sleeves have bevels, and when installed, they are directed towards the connecting seam. In the next step, put the pipe on the other end of the nozzle. When the handle is reduced, the pipe expands. The expansion end is connected to the fitting, which is installed in this place. A sleeve is brought to this element, and then, using a press clamp, it should be advanced into the fitting. On this we can assume that a reliable and durable connection has turned out.
For reference
When the installation of Rechau pipes is carried out, slight distortions must not be allowed. Connecting elements should be horizontal to each other. If you neglect this rule, then the connection is not very reliable.
Press tool manual
If you will use a pressing tool in your work, then at the first stage you need to grab the connection with it and switch the lever to the upper position. This will compress the elements. The handles of the expander must be moved, and then put on the sleeve to the flange. The next step is to bring the tool lever to its original position, while the lever should be in the lower part on the side.
When using a pressing tool for mounting Rechau pipes, the next step is to bring the handles together. The movable handle must be sharply raised 90 ° to bring the tool to its original position.
Installation cost
Installation of Rehau pipes, the instructions for which are discussed in the article, can be carried out by professionals. If you decide to carry out these works yourself, then they will cost no more than installing pipes made of metal-plastic or cross-linked polyethylene. This is due to the widespread use of technology or its leading market position.
When there are no appropriate tools at hand, then you can take the help of specialists. They establish the points of intake of hot and cold water without gating and charge 1,500 rubles for such work. When pipes are laid in the corrugation, the cost of the work will be equal to 80 rubles. per linear meter. If pipes in the Rehau brand are already standing in the apartment or house, and there is a need to bring a heated towel rail to them, then you should count on an amount of 3,000 rubles.
Conclusion
Installation of Rehau pipes, the photos of which are presented in the article, may include a whole range of work in the bathroom. In this case, quite often the elements of the pipes are displayed in the kitchen. If the craftsmen do not use the strobing technique, then the work will cost 10,000 rubles. or higher.