Description
Hansen 32mm (1 1/4”) Tow Eye LDPE Pipe / PODTE32
This is used in Irripod Irrigation to attach the Tow Rope and Ball to the end of the pipe line.
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
- Trusted by Kiwi farmers for over 50 years.
- Suitable for use above or below ground in varying operating pressures and temperatures.
- Strong, lightweight and compact. Available in a variety of thread combinations and connections.
- Simple to use, one piece fitting – no components to lose, rust or corrode.
- Fast and easy to assemble – push the pipe onto the fitting and wind on the nut.
- No O-Ring, no crimping, no solvent cement.
- Nut and barbs provide superior double strength grip – when fitted correctly the fitting will not leak or blow off the pipe.
- Manufactured from UV stabilised high quality glass fibre reinforced nylon, giving a weather, termite, fungi and bacterial resistance.
- Material approved for use with potable (drinkable) water.
- Fittings demonstrate excellent hydraulic flow characteristics.
SPECIFICATIONS
- PRODUCT CODE: PODTE32
- CODE MEANING: Hansen Pod Tow Eye
- TYPE: Pipe Size x Tow Eye LDPE Pipe
- SIZE: 32mm (1 1/4”)
- For spare part, see HPN32 32mm (1 1/4”) Poly Nut
- EASY FIT POLY FITTING SIZES AND MAXIMUM WORKING PRESSURE
- 16mm to 63mm / 16 Bar (1600 kPa, 235psi) at 20 degrees ºC
- CHEMICAL RESISTANCE OF EASY FIT POLY FITTINGS
- Please refer to Chemical Resistance Charts in Hansen Australia Website.
- HANSEN Easy Fit Poly Fittings are 4020:2018 certified. Kindly refer to Hansen Australia Website for certificates and watermark approval previews.
- EASY FIT POLY FITTINGS SPECIFICATIONS (See visual dimensions in image gallery)
NOMINAL BORE INSIDE DIAMETER (MINIMUM TO MAXIMUM) OUTSIDE DIAMETER (MINIMUM TO MAXIMUM) WALL THICKNESS (MINIMUM TO MAXIMUM) WORKING PRESSURE 15mm 11.7mm to 12.7mm 16.9mm to 17.3mm 2.3mm to 2.6mm 0.9 MPa, 130.50psi 20mm 17.9mm to 19.2mm 24.9mm to 25.4mm 3.1mm to 3.5mm 0.80 MPa, 116.00psi 25mm 24.2mm to 25.6mm 31.2mm to 31.8mm 3.1mm to 3.5mm 0.65 MPa, 94.25psi 32mm 30.5mm to 31.9mm 37.5mm to 38.1mm 3.1mm to 3.5mm 0.50 MPa, 72.50psi 40mm 36.8mm to 38.3mm 43.8mm to 44.5mm 3.1mm to 3.5mm 0.45 MPa, 65.25psi 50mm 49.5mm to 51.0mm 56.5mm to 57.2mm 3.1mm to 3.5mm 0.35 MPa, 50.75psi
- EASY FIT POLY FITTINGS MATERIALS
- BODY AND NUTS: High Quality Glass Fibre Reinforced Nylon
ALSO AVAILABLE IN OTHER SIZES (Available as seperate purchase)
- PODTE40 40mm (1 1/2”)
- PODTE45 45mm (1 3/4”)
ABOUT HANSEN EASY FIT POLY FITTINGS
- In the late 1970s Bert Hansen developed a range of polythene (alkathene) easy to use “cold fit pipe fittings”. Back then this changed the way farmers joined pipes together.
- Today Hansen Products continues to develop & manufacture a range of poly fittings based on that original ‘70s design.
- Hansen Easy Fit Poly Fittings are suitable for use above or below ground, in varying operating pressures and temperatures. They are strong, lightweight and compact and are available in a variety of thread combinations and connections.
- With over 60 years experience in manufacturing, Hansen Products knows the importance that pipe fittings play in the performance and control of fluid delivery, flow and pressure within a pipe system.
- This has seen Hansen Products build a reputation for providing high performance, easy to use, innovative, simple products that provide our customers with “Best Installed Value”.
- All Hansen products carry Hansen Warranty.
- Hansen Easy Fit Poly Fittings are designed for all sizes of New Zealand Low Density Polyethylene Pipe LDPE, EnduroFlex and Australian Rural (Class B).
- Also, suitable for other types of flexible pipe and hose i.e. thin wall irrigation tubing and rubber hoses. 45mm fittings are designed for special applications.
- Easy Fit Poly Fittings are PN16 rated.
EASY FIT POLY FITTINGS QUICK AND EASY INSTALLATION (See visual installation in image gallery)
- 1.) Cut the pipe with pipe cutters, a knife or saw. Ensure a square cut of pipe ends. Clean burrs off pipe. When making a repair in a burst pipe make sure the length of the cut away matches the length of the replacement fitting between the screwed on nuts.
2.) Ensure the nut is fully wound back onto the body of the fitting. Push the pipe onto the fitting and as far as possible into the nut.
3.) Wind the nut onto the pipe a few turns. Tighten with spanner or pipe grips.
- All pipe work must be adequately supported.
- Use either a thread sealing paste or tape on all threaded connections, it is recommended to use Loctite 5331.
- Fittings should be installed as per applicable standards and approvals for pipe and fittings. Failure to complete installation in accordance with applicable standards and approvals may void warranties given by Hansen Products (NZ) Limited in respect to the fitting. It is recommended to follow pipe manufacturer’s guidelines.
HANSEN EASY FIT POLY FITTINGS AND IRRIPOD BROCHURE AND CHEAT SHEETS
- For HANSEN Easy Fit Poly Fittings Brochure and Cheat Sheets, refer to Hansen Australia Website.
HANSEN EASY FIT POLY FITTINGS AND IRRIPOD HANDY TIPS AND COMMERCIAL VIDEOS
- For HANSEN Easy Fit Poly Fittings Handy Tips and Commercial Videos, refer to Hansen Australia Website.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
- QUESTION: Can I use Hansen Easy Fit Fittings under driveways, paths and foundations?
- ANSWER: Hansen does not recommend the use of any Hansen Easy Fit Fittings under any driveways, paths or foundations.
- QUESTION: Can I use Hansen Easy Fit Poly Fittings in marine applications?
- ANSWER: Yes. While marine applications vary, Hansen Easy Fit Poly Fittings are resistant to sea water. The fittings will not leach any substances that will be harmful to marine life. Hansen Easy Fit Poly fittings have provided excellent service in marine applications for many years without failure. If you require further information, please send us your inquiries.
- QUESTION: Can I use my Hansen fittings with my swimming pool/spa pool set up?
- ANSWER: No, as the high concentration of chlorine used in the water for pools will attack the material. The fitting material is only suitable for use with domestic water. Hansen products that are used in this application will not be covered by the Hansen Warranty.
- QUESTION: Does this fitting carry the Hansen Warranty?
- ANSWER: Yes, all Hansen manufactured products carries Hansen Warranty.
- QUESTION: How tight should I tighten my Hansen threaded fittings?
- ANSWER: Wind the nut by hand onto pipe as tight as possible. Use a spanner or pipe grips to tighten until nut is frim on the pipe. For more information, please see installation instruction above.
- QUESTION: What is the best size pipe for my needs?
- ANSWER: Kindly refer to a qualified water reticulation installer for professional advice to suit your needs.
- QUESTION: What temperature can I use Hansen fittings at?
- ANSWER: Hansen have tested all its products for use with cold water up to a maximum temperature of 60°C (140°F). It is not recommended to use of these products with temperatures higher than 60°C (140°F) as plastic expands due to temperature increases. Hansen cannot guarantee the products will perform when used with temperatures over 60°C (140°F). Hansen products that have failed in temperatures higher than 60°C (140°F) will not be covered by Hansen Warranty.
- QUESTION: What type of pipe will Hansen Easy Fit Poly Fittings connect to?
- ANSWER: New Zealand LDPE (Low Density Polyethylene Pipe), EnduroFlex, Australian Rural Class B, Irish Imperial Polythene Pipes (including washdown hose and non toxic tube).
