How to determine the size of Reticulation Pipes for Anti-termite System

 

We are often asked this question and there is quite a bit of confusion over the type and size of pipe, to be used for Anti-termite Reticulation System.

As mentioned in one of our previous articles, always select pipes made specially for anti-termite reticulation. Some suggest irrigation pipes, but those pipes are not meant for long term underground use. The composition of the material of irrigation pipes and anti-termite reticulation pipes is very different. Do not get tempted or misguided, please ensure that you use the right type and good quality of pipes to begin with. We would like to add here that TermiPore Reticulation Pipes are made of specially developed elastomeric compound, for the purpose of underground installation.

The next decision is about what size of pipes to be used since different companies make different sizes of anti-termite reticulation pipes. Our product designer at TermiPore recommends a thumb rule here: “Keep away from pipes with walls. Always use reticulation pipes with a decent wall thickness since those are to be installed underground and for long term use”. The price difference is almost negligible when you consider the long-term use and the cost of damage or repairs due to termites if inappropriate pipes are used. We suggest that you install pipes with a minimum wall thickness of 2.5mm”.

Next is, the diameter of the inside walls of the pipes. We usually recommend 16mm pipes, however, if you have a very large area and the termite problem is not too severe, then you may opt for 12mm pipes. We also offer 19mm pipes, and we also customize pipes as per client requirement. The table with this article illustrates the standard options available at TermiPore:

TermiPore 12mm	TermiPore 16mm	TermiPore 19mm
Size 9.5 x 14.5 mm	Size 12.5 x 17.5 mm	Size 12.5 x 19.5 mm
2.5mm wall thickness	2.5mm wall thickness	3.5mm wall thickness
The Orange line marking distinguishes it from the other sizes	The green line marking distinguishes it from the other sizes	The red line marking distinguishes it from the other sizes
Standard pack size 125mm	Standard pack size 125mm	Standard pack size 125mm

 

Kindly note that we also provide all the installation. We provide specially designed junction box along with (jointer, tee, end plug, elbow, hook)

One more important suggestion is to invest in brass jointer at the junction box, to pump in pesticides, since it has a very long life.

Share your concerns with us, contact us to help you select the most appropriate option for your site and easily maintain a termite-free premises.

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