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Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) is a widely used thermoplastic valued for its combination of chemical resistance, corrosion resistance, strength, and fabrication versatility. Also known as rigid PVC or PVC plastic, the material is available in multiple grades designed to meet different performance requirements. Piedmont Plastics supplies PVC Type I and PVC Type II in sheet, rod, and other available rigid profiles for chemical processing equipment, fabricated components, tanks, industrial equipment, and other demanding applications. Contact Piedmont Plastics to discuss your application and find the right PVC material for your requirements.

Available PVC Product Options

Piedmont Plastics offers multiple rigid PVC product options to meet a wide range of mechanical, chemical, and fabrication requirements. PVC Type I and PVC Type II provide many of the core advantages associated with rigid PVC, but each is designed to address different performance needs.

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Key Features of PVC

Rigid PVC provides a useful balance of physical, chemical, and fabrication properties for industrial applications. Specific performance characteristics vary between PVC Type I, PVC Type II, and individual grades, so material selection should be based on the requirements of the finished application.

Chemical resistance: Many PVC grades resist a broad range of acids, alkalis, salts, and other chemicals.
Moisture resistance: PVC has low water absorption, supporting its use in wet and humid environments.
Corrosion resistance: PVC does not rust and can provide an alternative to certain metals in compatible corrosive environments.
Strength and rigidity: Rigid PVC provides structural stiffness for fabricated components, equipment, and other industrial applications.
Impact-resistant options: PVC Type II is formulated to provide greater toughness and impact resistance than general-purpose Type I PVC.
Electrical insulation: PVC generally provides good electrical insulating characteristics for appropriate electrical and industrial applications.

Benefits and Advantages

PVC provides manufacturers and fabricators with a versatile material for applications where chemical exposure, moisture, corrosion, and fabrication requirements are important considerations. Its relatively lightweight construction can also make PVC an alternative to heavier materials in appropriate applications.

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Common Applications

Rigid PVC is used throughout chemical processing, manufacturing, electrical, and general industrial environments. The appropriate grade depends on factors such as chemical exposure, mechanical loads, impact requirements, temperature, and fabrication needs.

Chemical processing equipment: PVC can be fabricated into components for equipment exposed to compatible chemicals and corrosive environments.
Tanks and vessels: PVC sheet can be fabricated into tanks, liners, containment systems, and related processing equipment.
Machine components: PVC sheet and rod can be machined into spacers, supports, guards, covers, and other components.
Laboratory equipment: Chemical resistance and fabrication versatility make certain PVC grades useful for laboratory and processing equipment.
Electrical components: PVC's electrical insulating properties support select electrical equipment and component applications.
Corrosion-resistant components: PVC can be considered for parts exposed to moisture or compatible chemicals that may corrode certain metals.
Ductwork and ventilation components: PVC sheet can be fabricated for compatible corrosive-air handling and ventilation applications.

Frequently Asked Questions

Below are some commonly asked questions about PVC and how it performs in various environments.

Type 1 PVC is optimized for chemical resistance, while Type 2 offers greater impact strength at the expense of chemical resistance.

Yes. Piedmont Plastics offers cut-to-size services for rigid PVC sheet and rod, helping customers receive material in dimensions that meet their project and fabrication requirements.

As a trusted PVC Type 1 distributor, Piedmont Plastics offers convenient local access through over 50 branches across North America.

You can purchase PVC Type 2 sheet and rod through Piedmont Plastics, which has a nationwide network of branches across North America. With local inventory and custom cutting services, Piedmont makes it easy to source the material you need close to your location. Contact your nearest branch to request a quote or arrange pickup and delivery.

Chlorinated Polyvinyl Chloride (CPVC) is a thermoplastic made by chlorinating PVC resin. This gives it higher temperature tolerance and better chemical resistance, making it suitable for more demanding applications than standard PVC.