Description
The 160mm bend 30° double socket is an underground drainage fitting used to change the direction of 160mm pipework with a controlled angled bend. It is suitable for foul water and surface water drainage systems where a smaller directional change is needed within the pipe run.
This Funke underground drainage bend is designed for compatible 160mm PVC-U underground drainage pipework. The 30° angle gives a gentler change of direction than a 45° or 90° bend, making it useful for fine-tuning drainage layouts, aligning pipe runs and working around site obstructions.
The double socket design allows compatible 160mm drainage pipework to connect into both ends of the fitting. This helps installers create neat push-fit joints and can reduce the need for extra couplers at the bend point.
160mm Bend for Underground Drainage
The 160mm bend is used where underground drainage pipework needs to change direction by around 30 degrees. It is suitable for larger drainage runs, foul water systems, surface water layouts and commercial site drainage where 160mm pipework is specified.
A 30° bend is useful where a gradual change of direction is required. It can help installers keep the pipe layout clean while avoiding sharper changes that may not be needed for the route.
- 160mm underground drainage bend
- 30° nominal bend angle
- Double socket design for compatible 160mm pipework
- Suitable for foul water and surface water drainage systems
- PVC-U underground drainage fitting
- Orange-brown / terracotta colour to match underground drainage systems
- Useful for larger domestic, commercial and groundwork drainage layouts
- Funke KGB-DS double socket bend fitting
160mm Bend Double Socket Connection
This 160mm bend has socketed connections at both ends. The double socket format makes it straightforward to connect two lengths of compatible 160mm underground drainage pipe at a 30° angle.
Before installation, check the pipe route, fall direction and bend position. The fitting should sit correctly within the trench and should not be forced into poor alignment. If the route does not line up correctly, adjust the pipework or use suitable additional fittings.
Use suitable pipe lubricant on ring seal joints where required. Also, make sure pipe ends are clean before jointing. If pipework is cut to length, make a clean square cut and chamfer the cut edge before fitting. This helps protect the seal and makes the joint easier to assemble.
160mm Bend Installation Use
The 160mm bend should be installed as part of a properly planned underground drainage system. It is useful where a 160mm drainage run needs a gentle 30° change in direction while keeping the system neat and serviceable.
Correct bedding and backfill are important around the bend. The pipework and fitting should be evenly supported so the drainage system remains stable after installation. Poor support can place stress on the sockets and may affect long-term performance.
Because this fitting changes the pipe direction, the wider drainage layout should include suitable access for future rodding, inspection or maintenance where required. Always follow the site specification, current UK drainage guidance and manufacturer instructions.
Bend for Site Drainage Work
The 160mm bend is a practical fitting for builders, groundworkers, landscapers and drainage installers working with larger 160mm underground drainage systems. It can be used on new installations, pipework extensions, repairs and drainage alterations.
For best results, use compatible pipe and fittings from the same underground drainage system where possible. This helps keep jointing simple and supports a clean, consistent installation.
This product is not an access fitting. If inspection or rodding access is needed near this change of direction, use a suitable access bend, access pipe, inspection chamber or rodding point as required by the drainage layout.
Compatible 160mm Underground Drainage Products
TWS stocks a wider range of 160mm underground drainage products for trade and site use. This includes 160mm drainage pipe, couplers, slip couplers, bends, branches, access fittings, reducers, socket plugs, non-return valves, flexible connectors and testing accessories.
View all 160mm underground drainage products at TWS.
Shop underground drainage at TWS.
For external verification, see the BSI Product Directory listing for Funke KGB-DS 160/30° SDR 34.
