NuMex PE4710 User Manual
NuMex PE4710 High Density Polyethylene Pipe
NuMex PE4710 Pipe is manufactured from a high density bimodal polyethylene copolymer. PE4710
offers an increase in mechanical properties when compared to PE3408, most significant of which is the
hydrostatic design stress which allows for greater flow capacity at a given pressure rating.
Performance Features and Benefits
Excellent chemical and corrosion resistance
Outstanding stress crack resistance
Lightweight and flexible
Superior abrasion resistance
NSF tested and certified for potable water
NuMex PE4710 pipe has outstanding physical properties. It does not rot; rust; pit or corrode through
chemical or electrical reactions with the surrounding soil whether it is acidic, alkaline, wet, or dry. It
neither supports the growth of, nor is it affected by algae, bacteria, or fungus. It is also resistant to
marine biological attack.
Protection against ultraviolet degradation during extended periods of outside storage and above ground
service use is provided by the addition of carbon black and chemical thermal stabilizers.
High long term hydrostatic strength
Non-toxic and non-tasting
Tough and ductile
Weather resistant
Economical with a long design life
Typical Applications for NuMex PE4710 Pipe
Municipal water service lines
Well piping
Lawn sprinkler systems
Swimming pools
Livestock watering lines
Potable water distribution lines
Farm and ranch irrigation
Fiber optic innerduct
Industrial water distribution
Oil patch lines
Drilling supply lines
Sewer lines
Marine lines
Process cooling lines
Ground source heat pumps
Electrical conduit
NuMex Plastics, Inc. • 3505 South Main, P.O. Box 1697 Roswell, New Mexico 88202-1697 • (575) 622-2070
Updated: July 13, 2009
Typical Physical Properties
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of NuMex PE4710 Polyethylene Pipe Resin
Properties Test Method Typical Value
Mechanical Properties
Tensile Strength (break), psi ASTM D 638 5,500
Tensile Strength (yield), psi ASTM D 638 3,625
Ultimate Elongation, % ASTM D 638 >600
Flexural Modulus (2% Secant), psi ASTM D 790 150,000
Thermal Properties
Brittleness Temperature, °C ASTM D 746 <-118
High Load Melt Index, g/10 minutes ASTM D 1238 Condition F 8.0
Linear Coefficient of Thermal
Expansion, in/in/°C (-30°C to 30°C) ASTM D 696 8.0x10-5
Miscellaneous Properties
Density, g/cm
Density, g/cm
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(base resin) ASTM D 1505 0.949
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(compound) ASTM D 1505 0.960
Hardness (Shore D) ASTM D 2240 64
Notched Izod Impact Strength (ft-lb/in) ASTM D 256 8
Vicat Softening Temperature (ºF) ASTM D 1525 255
Long Term Hydrostatic Strength
@ 23°C, psi ASTM D 2837 1,600
@ 60°C, psi ASTM D 2837 1,000
Material Designation PPI Recommended PE4710
Material Cell Classification ASTM D 3350 445576C
NuMex PE4710 is NSF Listed Standard #14
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This is a typical physical properties list representing the basic characteristics of the material and does not represent
specific determinations.
Standards and Specifications
NuMex PE4710 pipe is tested and listed by the National Sanitation Foundation (NSF) and carries the NSF seal for
potable water.
NuMex PE4710 pipe meets or exceeds all applicable standards including:
NSF Standard #14
ANSI/AWWA C901 American National Standards Institute/ American Water Works Association
Standard specifications for polyethylene pressure pipe, tubing, and fittings (1/2" to 3" for water)
ASTM D 1248 Standard specification for polyethylene plastics molding and extrusion materials
ASTM D 3350 Standard specification for polyethylene plastics pipe and fittings material
ASTM D 2239 Standard specification for polyethylene (PE) plastic pipe (SIDR-PR) based on controlled
inside diameter
ASTM D 3035 Standard specification for polyethylene (PE) plastic pipe (DR-PR) based on controlled
outside diameter
ASTM D 2737 Standard Specification for polyethylene (PE) plastic tubing
NuMex Plastics, Inc. • 3505 South Main, P.O. Box 1697 Roswell, New Mexico 88202-1697 • (575) 622-2070
Updated: July 13, 2009
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