Electric fusion elbows and thermal fusion elbows differ in many ways, which are explained in detail below:
Working Principle
Electric fusion elbows: The plastic at each end of the pipe is heated, melting it before being bent and cooled to form the elbow. During electric fusion, an electric fusion welder heats a heating wire embedded in the pipe. The heat is then transferred to the plastic at the pipe joint, causing it to melt and fuse with the pipe. After cooling, a secure connection is formed.
Thermal fusion elbows: A thermal fusion welder heats the pipe joint, melting it and fusing it together. The joint solidifies upon cooling. This connection method primarily utilizes the inherent fusibility of the pipe, melting the plastic at the joint through heating to achieve the connection.
Production Process
Electrofusion elbows: Do not require molds, resulting in relatively low manufacturing costs and can be produced to customer specifications.
