how to bend hdpe pipe 90dgs?

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how to bend hdpe pipe 90dgs?

Do I need induction heating? What chemical do I need to soften hdpe and change the degrees?

2007-01-23 12:53:50 · 2 answers · asked by Jon N 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry

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HDPE is a thermoplastic. Gentle heating should make it mallable and allow you to bend it however you like.

Be careful. Too much heat can degrade and weaken the plastic.

2007-01-23 13:09:29 · answer #1 · answered by LGuard332 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Why not just go to Home Depot, buy a 90 deg elbow and another segment of HDPE pipe? That's the smartest route....

2007-01-23 21:02:26 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋