What are the advantages and disadvantages of pvc pipes?

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Advantages of plastic pipes :

 

Plastic pipes are light in weight, tough, resistant to chemical attack and available in large lengths.

They reduce the cost of handling, transportation and installation.

 

Less number of joints facilitates the speed and reduces chances of leakage.

They are rust resistant.

These pipes have good elastic properties.

 

Their adaptability to earth movements is superior.

Smooth internal surface of the pipes offer less friction.

 

Due to less friction it saves the energy in the conveyance of water.

Disadvantages of plastic pipes :

Due to their non-decomposing property, plastic pipes are not installed in high temperature.

They are easily cracked.

At higher temperatures, the strength of plastic pipes reduces.