Transport pipes - 9.2 Pipe installation options

The following photographs show different options for running pipes between devices. 

Option 1 - trunking installation 

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Pipes laid into electrical trunking. 

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Note use of standard pipe clips (trunking cover not fitted). Do not use cable ties to bundle pipes together or affix pipes as PTFE tubes are easily damaged by overtight cable ties.

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Unterminated pipe ends are coiled, ready for final installation

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Glands and plates for neat connection into lab space from ceiling voids 

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Using cable open trays in labs 

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Using open cable trays and clamps 

Option 2 - Conduit installation 

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Using steel conduit to house pipes 

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Pipes and junction box 

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pipes in steel Conduit, note bend radii are maintained throughout. 

 

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