PE100 60 Degree Light-Wall Seamless Bend SDR 17 — Economy HDPE Angle Bend for Landscape & Rural Duty
The PE100 60° light-wall seamless bend (SDR 17) is the cost-effective version of our 60° mandrel-bent angle bend. Rated Water PN10 (1.0 MPa) and Gas 6 Bar, it is the right choice for projects where the medium-pressure rating of SDR 11 is over-specified — landscape and park irrigation mains, ranch and farm yard water lines, and low-pressure rural gas laterals.
Like all seamless bends, it is mandrel heat-bent from solid PE100 pipe: continuous wall, no mould parting line, no weld seam, smooth bore. The lighter wall reduces both material cost and freight — a real advantage on long landscape and ranch pipeline runs where hundreds of bends may be installed.
On sprinkler and drip irrigation mainlines, the 60° angle lets the pipe follow a curved landscape bed or tree line; on ranch water systems it negotiates corners around corrals and stockyards; in rural gas it provides a smooth transition around driveways and property boundaries.
Typical Applications
- Landscape park, golf course and sports field irrigation mains
- Ranch, farm yard and stockyard water distribution lines
- Rural low-pressure gas laterals (6 Bar service)
- Gravity-fed and low-pressure water supply to outbuildings and cabins
- Resort, campground and rural estate distribution pipework
Key Features & Benefits
- Economy light-wall SDR 17 — lower material cost than SDR 11 where PN10 / 6 Bar is sufficient
- 60° mid-angle sweep — matches curved landscape beds and ranch corners without over-bending
- Dual-rated — Water PN10 and Gas 6 Bar in one fitting
- Mandrel-bent seamless — continuous wall, no mould seam, smooth bore
- Lighter freight — thinner wall means lower shipping cost per bend on long rural runs
- Butt fusion ends — welds directly to SDR 17 PE100 pipe per DVS 2207
- Long sweep radius — reduces head loss on sprinkler and drip irrigation mains
SDR 11 or SDR 17 — how to choose?
If the operating pressure is at or below PN10 / 6 Bar — typical of landscape irrigation, farm yard water and rural gas laterals — SDR 17 gives you the same seamless quality at a lower price. If the line is a transmission main, reservoir outlet or medium-pressure gas main, step up to SDR 11 (PN16 / 10 Bar). When in doubt, send us the design pressure and duty and we'll recommend the right wall.
60° Light-Wall Seamless Bend SDR 17 — Size Range & Rating
The 60° light-wall seamless bend is available across the full SDR 17 range. d63–315mm is standard stock; d20–50mm and d355–500mm are produced to order.
| Item |
Specification |
| Material |
Virgin PE100 (Borealis / Ineos) |
| Colour |
Black (with optional blue/yellow stripes for water/gas identification) |
| Standard Dimension Ratio |
SDR 17 (light wall) |
| Water Pressure Rating |
PN10 (1.0 MPa at 20°C) |
| Gas Pressure Rating |
6 Bar |
| Bend Angle |
60° |
| Manufacturing Process |
Mandrel heat-bent (no mould) |
| Standard Centreline Radius |
3D (custom up to 10D on request) |
| End Type |
Spigot for butt fusion |
| Size Range |
d20 – d500mm |
| Standard Stock |
d63 – d315mm |
| Z / L Dimensions |
Per ISO 8085-3 practice — CAD / dimension table on request |
| Marking |
PE100 · SDR17 · 60° · PN10/6Bar · Batch · Date |
Note: exact Z and L dimensions depend on the selected centreline radius (3D / 5D / 8D / 10D). Send your offset drawing for a precise dimension sheet.
Product Standards & Certifications
All spigot fittings are manufactured from certified PE100 virgin material and tested against international piping system standards. Production is backed by ISO 9001 and ISO 29001 quality management systems.
- EN 12201-3 / ISO 4427-3 — PE fittings for water supply (PN10)
- EN 1555-3 / ISO 4437-3 — PE fittings for gas distribution (6 Bar)
- DVS 2207 / ISO 21307 — Butt fusion jointing procedures for PE pipes and fittings
- ISO 9001 / ISO 29001 — Quality management for pipeline product manufacture
Note: SDR 17 is the economy wall class for low-pressure water and rural gas duty. For medium-pressure service see SDR 11 (PN16 / 10 Bar).
Shipping & Delivery Information
SDR 17 bends are lighter per piece than SDR 11 — an economy advantage for landscape contractors and rural projects shipping long distances.
After-Sales Service & Warranty
We stand behind the quality of our spigot fittings. Our commitment doesn't end at delivery — we provide welding, SDR selection and installation technical support for your landscape, ranch or rural gas project.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about our 60° SDR 17 light-wall seamless bend
What is the difference between SDR 11 and SDR 17 60 degree seamless bends?+
SDR 11 has a heavier wall rated Water PN16 / Gas 10 Bar — for transmission mains, reservoir intakes and medium-pressure gas. SDR 17 is a lighter, more cost-effective wall rated Water PN10 / Gas 6 Bar — ideal for landscape irrigation, ranch water lines and low-pressure rural distribution.
Is SDR 17 suitable for gas?+
Yes — SDR 17 is gas-rated at 6 Bar, suitable for rural gas laterals and low-pressure distribution. It is not rated for transmission or medium-pressure mains, which use SDR 11 (10 Bar).
Why choose a seamless bend over a moulded elbow?+
A seamless bend is mandrel heat-bent from solid pipe, so the wall is continuous with no mould parting line. It gives a smoother bore, lower head loss and better fatigue life on long landscape and rural pipeline runs.
Which sizes are available?+
The 60° light-wall seamless bend is available from d20mm to d500mm, with d63-315mm in standard stock and larger sizes produced on request.
Can it be butt-fused to standard PE100 pipe?+
Yes — both spigot ends are machined to SDR 17 PE100 pipe dimensions and weld with a standard butt fusion machine per DVS 2207. Match the wall rating to the pipe.
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