PEX Testing
ExcelPlas provides testing of PEX (cross-linked polyethylene) pipes (XLPE, PVC/XLPE, etc.)
As the leaders in Material Characterization, QA/AC, and Failure Analysis, we have the ability to produce accurate and fast results using state-of-the-art testing equipment.
Chemical Characterization |
Mechanical Characterization |
|---|---|
| Carbon Black Content (ASTM D 4218) | (Micro) Tensile (ISO 6259) |
| Degree of Crosslinking (AS 2492-2007, ISO 10147:2008) | Peel Decohesion Test (ISO 13954) |
Physical Characterization |
Thermal Characterization |
|---|---|
| Optical Microscopy (ASTM E2015) | Oxidative Induction Time (ISO 11357-6-2008) |
| Reversion (AS/NZS 1462.4:2002, ISO 2505) | |
| Dimensions of Pipes and Fittings (AS/NZS 2492) | |
| Surface Finish (Internal) | |
| Microcracking on Bend Back |
Failure Analysis
ExcelPlas is able to conduct failure analysis of PEX pipes using techniques such as Microscopic Analysis and Microcracking on the Bend Back using SEM, Peel Decohesion.
