Overview

The DEKS DSC160–180 shear banded coupling is designed to connect or repair low-pressure pipelines such as sewer, stormwater, and wastewater systems, and is suitable for pipes with an outside diameter range of 160–180 mm. When compared with standard rubber pipe joiners, the shear banded coupling incorporates an additional reinforced stainless steel shear band positioned at the centre.

The DEKS shear banded coupling is made from flexible EPDM rubber and fitted with 316 grade stainless steel clamps, ensuring durability, elasticity, and stable long-term performance. The shear band helps protect the joint against corrosive environments, reduces the impact of shear forces caused by vibration, soil movement, or surface loading, and assists in maintaining consistent flow alignment inside the pipeline.

The DEKS shear banded coupling range is WSAA approved for use in Australia and can be used with compatible rubber bushes (sold separately) when connecting dissimilar pipe materials.

Technical Details

• Manufacturer: Deks
• Model: DSC160–180
• Certifications: AS/NZS 4327, Hunter Water, Water Mark, WSAA Approval (suitable for sewer, stormwater and wastewater applications)
• Material:
• Body: EPDM Rubber
• Shear Band: 316 Stainless Steel
• Metal Clamps: 316 Stainless Steel
• Seal Type: Flexible EPDM Sleeve with Centre Stainless Steel Shear Band
• Pipe Compatibility: OD 160–180 mm (low-pressure pipelines such as sewer, stormwater, wastewater)
• Applications:
• Connecting or repairing low-pressure pipelines
• Maintaining pipe alignment under shear loads, vibration, soil movement or surface loading
• Suitable for underground installations or areas with unstable ground conditions

Dimensions

• Coupling Length: 137 mm
• Shear Band Width (W1): 79.0 mm
• Band Width (W2): 14.2 mm
• Shear Band Qty: 1 × 316 Stainless Steel
• Metal Clamps Qty: 2 × 316 Stainless Steel
• Rubber Moulding Code: DSC160–180R

Package Contents

• DEKS DSC160–180 Shear Banded Coupling
• Weight: 1.5 kg