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Last updated: April 2026

By using Buried Pipe Calc (buriedpipecalc.com.au) — including the design calculator, technical articles, and manufacturer directory — you agree to these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, please do not use this site.

Engineering disclaimer. The calculator and all technical content on this site are provided as computational and educational aids only. All outputs must be independently verified by a suitably qualified and registered engineer before use in any design, construction, or regulatory submission. Buried Pipe Calc accepts no liability for errors, omissions, or reliance on outputs from this site. The engineer of record remains solely responsible for all design decisions.

1. Nature of this site

Buried Pipe Calc is an independent technical resource. It is not affiliated with Standards Australia, SAI Global, Engineers Australia, or any pipe manufacturer. References to AS/NZS 2566.1 and other standards are for educational purposes only; the full text of those standards must be obtained from the relevant standards body and applied by a qualified engineer.

Content on this site is published in good faith and is believed to be accurate at the time of publication. Technical standards and engineering practice evolve — always verify against the current version of the applicable standard.

2. Calculator — limitation of liability

The AS2566 design calculator implements equations published in AS/NZS 2566.1:1998 (incorporating Amendment No. 1:2017) as a computational aid. Use of the calculator does not constitute engineering advice or a certified design.

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, Buried Pipe Calc excludes all liability for direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential loss or damage arising from use of this site or reliance on its content.

3. Technical articles

Articles published on this site represent the views and interpretations of the author(s) at the time of publication. They are provided for educational purposes and do not constitute professional engineering advice. No warranty is given as to the accuracy, completeness, or currency of article content.

Where articles reference published academic works or industry standards, those sources should be consulted directly. Citations are provided to assist readers in locating primary sources.

4. Manufacturer directory

The manufacturer directory lists pipe manufacturers and suppliers who have submitted their product data for inclusion. Burial Pipe Calc makes reasonable efforts to verify submitted technical data but does not warrant the accuracy of manufacturer-supplied information. Always confirm product specifications with the manufacturer directly before use in design.

Inclusion in the directory does not constitute endorsement of any manufacturer's products by Buried Pipe Calc.

5. Intellectual property

All original content on this site — including article text, site design, and calculator code — is the intellectual property of Buried Pipe Calc and is protected by Australian copyright law.

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AS/NZS 2566.1 and other cited standards are the intellectual property of their respective publishers (Standards Australia / SAI Global). Reproduction of standard content is subject to those organisations' terms.

6. External links

This site contains links to external websites including SAI Global, Standards Australia, manufacturer sites, and academic publications. These links are provided for convenience. Buried Pipe Calc does not control external sites and accepts no responsibility for their content, accuracy, or availability.

7. Acceptable use

You agree not to use this site to:

8. Changes to these terms

We reserve the right to update these Terms of Use at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

9. Governing law

These terms are governed by the laws of Australia. Any disputes arising from use of this site are subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Australia.

10. Contact

For questions about these terms, contact us at hello@buriedpipecalc.com.au.

Nothing in these terms limits any rights you may have under the Australian Consumer Law or other non-excludable statutory protections.