MAGNAPLAST KGEL external drainage pipe with bell 160 mm, 0.5 m (model 22048)

MAGNAPLAST KGEL external drainage pipe with bell 160 mm, 0.5 m (model 22048) is a rigid sewer pipe with a 160 mm nominal diameter and a 0.5 m length, featuring a bell (kielich) end for simple socket jointing. The product has a foamed core construction that combines a dense outer skin with a cellular inner layer, providing stable mechanical strength and improved thermal characteristics compared with solid-wall pipes. It is intended for external drainage and sewer applications, including stormwater and surface runoff conveyance, for either above-ground or buried installations.

Advantages

The foamed core design offers a favourable strength-to-weight ratio and resistance to deformation under typical external drainage loads while maintaining lower material weight for easier handling. The bell end enables quick, reliable socket connections between pipe segments without the need for specialized tools. The dense outer surface provides abrasion and weather resistance suitable for buried runs and exposed sections, and the construction supports consistent hydraulic performance for stormwater conveyance.

Suitable for

• External stormwater drainage systems
• Surface runoff collection and conveyance
• Above-ground and buried external sewer lines
• Municipal and residential drainage networks

Key specifications

• Nominal diameter: 160 mm
• Length: 0.5 m
• Connection type: bell (socket) end for jointing
• Construction: foamed core with dense outer skin
• Intended application: external drainage and sewer systems, stormwater and surface runoff

How to use

Install the pipe by aligning the plain end of one segment with the bell end of the adjoining segment and push together to form a socket joint. Ensure pipe ends are clean and free of debris before assembly. Follow common practice for bedding and backfilling when burying the pipe: provide uniform support along the pipe length and compact backfill in layers to prevent point loads. Use suitable seals or gaskets in the bell joint where required by the project specification or local regulations to ensure watertight connections.

Usage recommendations

Store pipes on a flat, stable surface out of direct sunlight when not in use to avoid deformation. During installation, avoid concentrated point loads and support the pipe adequately at joints and changes of direction. For buried applications, comply with local standards for bedding, cover depth, and load classes to ensure long-term performance.