23.040.20 - Plastics pipes
ICS 23.040.20 Details
Plastics pipes
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ICS 23.040.20 is a classification code in the International Classification for Standards (ICS) system. It covers "Plastics pipes". The ICS is a hierarchical classification system used to organize international, regional, and national standards, facilitating the search and identification of standards across different fields.
There are 2289 standards classified under ICS 23.040.20 (Plastics pipes). These standards are published by international and regional standardization bodies including ISO, IEC, CEN, CENELEC, and ETSI.
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This document specifies methods for determining the initial ring stiffness of glass-reinforced thermosetting plastics (GRP) pipes. Two methods are given (constant load and constant deflection), and within the specified deflection limits, each is equally valid and can be used for any diameter.
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This document specifies the characteristics of pipes for crosslinked polyethylene (PE-X) piping systems intended to be used for hot and cold water installations within buildings for the conveyance of water whether or not intended for human consumption (domestic systems), and for heating systems, under design pressures and temperatures according to the class of application (see ISO 15875-1:2025, Table 1).
This document also specifies the test parameters for the test methods referred to in this document.
It is applicable to PE-X pipes with and without barrier layer.
This document is applicable to PE-X pipes for hot and cold water installations, which are intended to be connected to fittings conforming to ISO 15875-3, whereby the joints conform to the requirements of ISO 15875-5.
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This document specifies the characteristics of the fitness for purpose of crosslinked polyethylene (PE-X) piping systems intended to be used for hot and cold water installations within buildings for the conveyance of water whether or not intended for human consumption (domestic systems), and for heating systems, under design pressures and temperatures appropriate to the class of application (see ISO 15875-1:2025, Table 1).
This document also specifies the test parameters for the test methods referred to herein.
This document is applicable to joints between pipes conforming to ISO 15875-2 and fittings made of plastics and non-plastics materials conforming to ISO 15875-3, for hot and cold water installations.
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This document specifies the general aspects of crosslinked polyethylene (PE-X) piping systems intended to be used for hot and cold water installations within buildings for the conveyance of water, whether or not intended for human consumption (domestic systems), and for heating systems, under design pressures and temperatures according to the class of application (see Table 1).
This document also specifies the basis for the test parameters for the test methods referred to in the ISO 15875 series.
This document covers a range of service conditions (application classes), design pressures and pipe dimension classes. The ISO 15875 series does not apply to values of design temperature (TD), maximum temperature (Tmax) and malfunction temperature (Tmal), as well as service times in excess of those defined in Table 1.
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This document, together with EN 13476-1, specifies the definitions and requirements for pipes, fittings and the system based on unplasticized poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC-U), polypropylene (PP) and polyethylene (PE) structured-wall piping systems that are intended for use in non-pressure underground drains and sewers for foul wastewater.
NOTE 1 Products complying with this document can also be used in non-pressure underground drains and sewers for surface water.
This document is applicable to pipes and fittings with smooth internal and profiled external surfaces, designated as Type B.
This document also specifies test methods and test parameters.
This document is applicable to:
a) structured-wall pipes and fittings, which are intended to be used buried underground outside the building structure, reflected in the marking of products by “U”; and
b) structured-wall pipes and fittings, which are intended to be used buried underground both outside (application area code “U”) and within the building structure, reflected in the marking of products by “UD”.
This document is applicable to structured-wall pipes and fittings with or without an integral socket with elastomeric ring seal joints as well as welded and fused joints.
This document is applicable to a range of pipe and fitting sizes, materials, pipe constructions, stiffness classes, application areas, tolerance classes and gives recommendations concerning colours.
NOTE 2 It is the responsibility of the purchaser or specifier to make the appropriate selections from these aspects, taking into account their particular requirements and any relevant national regulations and installation practices or codes.
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This document gives guidance and requirements for the assessment of conformity of materials, products, joints and assemblies in accordance with the applicable part(s) of EN 13476 intended to be included in the manufacturer’s quality plan as part of the quality management system and for the establishment of certification procedures.
NOTE 1 A test matrix provides an overview of the testing scheme in Annex A, Table A.1.
NOTE 2 If certification is involved, the certification body operating in accordance with EN ISO/IEC 17065 [1] and EN ISO/IEC 17020 [2] is considered to be competent.
In conjunction with EN 13476-1:2025, EN 13476-2:2025 and EN 13476-3:2025 this document is applicable to Plastics piping systems for non-pressure underground drains and sewers — Structural-wall piping systems of unplasticized poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC-U), polypropylene (PP) and polyethylene (PE).
The application area code used in the marking of pipes and fittings indicates for which application area(s) the products are intended:
U: for the area more than 1 m from the building to which the buried piping system is connected, and
UD: for application area U and the area under and within 1 m from the building where the pipes and the
fittings are buried in ground and are connected to the soil and waste discharge system of the building.
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This document specifies the characteristics of the fitness for purpose of crosslinked polyethylene (PE-X) piping systems intended to be used for hot and cold water installations within buildings for the conveyance of water whether or not intended for human consumption (domestic systems), and for heating systems, under design pressures and temperatures appropriate to the class of application (see ISO 15875-1:2025, Table 1).
This document also specifies the test parameters for the test methods referred to herein.
This document is applicable to joints between pipes conforming to ISO 15875-2 and fittings made of plastics and non-plastics materials conforming to ISO 15875-3, for hot and cold water installations.
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This document specifies the characteristics of pipes for crosslinked polyethylene (PE-X) piping systems intended to be used for hot and cold water installations within buildings for the conveyance of water whether or not intended for human consumption (domestic systems), and for heating systems, under design pressures and temperatures according to the class of application (see ISO 15875-1:2025, Table 1).
This document also specifies the test parameters for the test methods referred to in this document.
It is applicable to PE-X pipes with and without barrier layer.
This document is applicable to PE-X pipes for hot and cold water installations, which are intended to be connected to fittings conforming to ISO 15875-3, whereby the joints conform to the requirements of ISO 15875-5.
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This document specifies the characteristics of pipes made from polyethylene (PE) for piping systems in the field of the supply of gaseous fuels.
NOTE 1 Additional information related to the installation of PE 100-RC systems is given in EN 1555-1:2025, Annex A.
NOTE 2 Additional information about the suitability of PE pipe systems for hydrogen and its admixtures is given in EN 1555-1:2025, Annex B.
It also specifies the test parameters for the test methods referred to in this document.
In conjunction with EN 1555-1, EN 1555-3, EN 1555-4 and EN 1555-5, this document is applicable to PE pipes, fittings and valves, their joints, and joints with components of PE and other materials intended to be used under the following conditions:
a) a maximum operating pressure, MOP, up to and including 10 bar at a design reference temperature of 20 °C;
b) an operating temperature between −20 °C and 40 °C.
For operating temperatures between 20 °C and 40 °C derating coefficients are specified in EN 1555-5.
The EN 1555 series covers a range of MOPs and gives requirements concerning colours.
This document is applicable to three types of pipe:
- PE pipes (outside diameter, dn) including any identification stripes;
- PE pipes with co-extruded layers on either or both the outside and/or inside of the pipe (total outside diameter, dn) as specified in Annex A, where all PE layers have the same MRS rating;
- PE pipes (outside diameter, dn) with a peelable and contiguous thermoplastics additional layer on the outside of the pipe (”coated pipe”) as specified in Annex B.
It is the responsibility of the purchaser or specifier to make the appropriate selections from these aspects, taking into account their particular requirements and any relevant national guidance or regulations and installation practices or codes.
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This document specifies a method for the determination of the strain hardening modulus, which is used as a measure for the resistance to slow crack growth of polyethylene. This document specifies how to obtain a strain hardening modulus measurement from “true stress vs. draw ratio” curves on compression moulded samples. Details of the necessary equipment, precision and sample preparation for the generation of data are given. This document provides a method that is valid for all types of polyethylene, independent from the manufacturing technology, comonomer or catalyst type used for pipes and fittings applications.
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This document specifies product category rules (PCR) for Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs), as described in EN ISO 14025 and EN 15942.
This document is applicable to:
- functional unit as plastics piping systems inside the building structure;
- declared unit as one or more main structural components which are represented by pipes and fittings, as specified by the list of product standards provided in Annex CC.
This document gives guidelines for:
- both pressure and non-pressure applications;
- metal fittings (including manifolds) which are used in a plastic piping system.
The intended function of the system considered is to convey liquids according to EN 806 (for potable water supply), EN 1264 (for heating and cooling systems), EN 12828 (for radiators), EN 12056 (for soil and waste discharge and for water traps).
This document specifies product category rules of construction products as defined in and is intended to be used in conjunction with EN 15804+A2.
This document provides in Annex DD a non-exhaustive list of application fields. In addition, the insulated pipes are not in the scope of this document.
In addition to EN 15804+A2, this document specifies:
- the functional unit (consisting of pipes, fittings and ancillary components) and declared unit (consisting of pipes and/or fittings);
- the system boundaries and additional mandatory modules to be declared;
- the processes to be included in the installation phase;
- scenarios for module A4, A5;
- reference service life (RSL);
- end of life scenarios.
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This document specifies product category rules (PCR) for Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs), as described in EN ISO 14025 and EN 15942.
This document is applicable to:
- functional unit as plastic piping systems buried outside building structure;
- declared unit as one or more main structural components, as specified by the list of product standards provided in Annex CC.
Main structural components are:
- pipes;
- fittings (e.g. flange couplers, bends and reducers, valves and electrofusion fittings);
- manholes, inspection chambers and infiltration boxes.
This document gives guidelines for both pressure and non-pressure applications.
The intended function of the system considered is to convey fluids according to EN 476 (for sewers, drain and surface water), EN 805 (water supply), or EN 12007 (gas supply).
This document provides in Annex DD a non-exhaustive list of application fields. In addition, the following applications and materials are not in scope of this document: GRP pipes and fittings, and district heating pipes.
This document specifies the rules for the product category of construction products as defined in and is intended to be used in conjunction with EN 15804+A2.
In addition to EN 15804+A2, this document specifies:
- the functional unit (consisting of pipes, fittings, manholes and inspection chambers and ancillary components) and declared unit (consisting of pipes and/or fittings and/or manholes and /or inspection chambers);
- the system boundaries and additional mandatory modules to be declared;
- the processes to be included in the installation phase;
- scenarios for module A4, A5;
- use conditions for the use phase (B modules);
- reference service life (RSL);
- end of life scenarios.
- Standard40 pagesEnglish languagee-Library read for1 day
This document specifies the characteristics of pipes for crosslinked polyethylene (PE-X) piping systems intended to be used for hot and cold water installations within buildings for the conveyance of water whether or not intended for human consumption (domestic systems), and for heating systems, under design pressures and temperatures according to the class of application (see ISO 15875-1:2025, Table 1). This document also specifies the test parameters for the test methods referred to in this document. It is applicable to PE-X pipes with and without barrier layer. This document is applicable to PE-X pipes for hot and cold water installations, which are intended to be connected to fittings conforming to ISO 15875-3, whereby the joints conform to the requirements of ISO 15875-5.
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This document specifies the characteristics of the fitness for purpose of crosslinked polyethylene (PE-X) piping systems intended to be used for hot and cold water installations within buildings for the conveyance of water whether or not intended for human consumption (domestic systems), and for heating systems, under design pressures and temperatures appropriate to the class of application (see ISO 15875-1:2025, Table 1). This document also specifies the test parameters for the test methods referred to herein. This document is applicable to joints between pipes conforming to ISO 15875-2 and fittings made of plastics and non-plastics materials conforming to ISO 15875-3, for hot and cold water installations.
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This document specifies the characteristics of pipes made from polyethylene (PE) for piping systems in the field of the supply of gaseous fuels.
NOTE 1 Additional information related to the installation of PE 100-RC systems is given in EN 1555-1:2025, Annex A.
NOTE 2 Additional information about the suitability of PE pipe systems for hydrogen and its admixtures is given in EN 1555-1:2025, Annex B.
It also specifies the test parameters for the test methods referred to in this document.
In conjunction with EN 1555-1, EN 1555-3, EN 1555-4 and EN 1555-5, this document is applicable to PE pipes, fittings and valves, their joints, and joints with components of PE and other materials intended to be used under the following conditions:
a) a maximum operating pressure, MOP, up to and including 10 bar at a design reference temperature of 20 °C;
b) an operating temperature between −20 °C and 40 °C.
For operating temperatures between 20 °C and 40 °C derating coefficients are specified in EN 1555-5.
The EN 1555 series covers a range of MOPs and gives requirements concerning colours.
This document is applicable to three types of pipe:
- PE pipes (outside diameter, dn) including any identification stripes;
- PE pipes with co-extruded layers on either or both the outside and/or inside of the pipe (total outside diameter, dn) as specified in Annex A, where all PE layers have the same MRS rating;
- PE pipes (outside diameter, dn) with a peelable and contiguous thermoplastics additional layer on the outside of the pipe (”coated pipe”) as specified in Annex B.
It is the responsibility of the purchaser or specifier to make the appropriate selections from these aspects, taking into account their particular requirements and any relevant national guidance or regulations and installation practices or codes.
- Standard33 pagesEnglish languagee-Library read for1 day
This document gives guidance and requirements for the assessment of conformity of materials, products, joints and assemblies in accordance with the applicable part(s) of EN 13476 intended to be included in the manufacturer’s quality plan as part of the quality management system and for the establishment of certification procedures.
NOTE 1 A test matrix provides an overview of the testing scheme in Annex A, Table A.1.
NOTE 2 If certification is involved, the certification body operating in accordance with EN ISO/IEC 17065 [1] and EN ISO/IEC 17020 [2] is considered to be competent.
In conjunction with EN 13476-1:2025, EN 13476-2:2025 and EN 13476-3:2025 this document is applicable to Plastics piping systems for non-pressure underground drains and sewers — Structural-wall piping systems of unplasticized poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC-U), polypropylene (PP) and polyethylene (PE).
The application area code used in the marking of pipes and fittings indicates for which application area(s) the products are intended:
U: for the area more than 1 m from the building to which the buried piping system is connected, and
UD: for application area U and the area under and within 1 m from the building where the pipes and the
fittings are buried in ground and are connected to the soil and waste discharge system of the building.
- Technical specification30 pagesEnglish languagee-Library read for1 day
This document, together with EN 13476-1, specifies the definitions and requirements for pipes, fittings and the system based on unplasticized poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC-U), polypropylene (PP) and polyethylene (PE) structured-wall piping systems that are intended for use in non-pressure underground drains and sewers for foul wastewater.
NOTE 1 Products complying with this document can also be used in non-pressure underground drains and sewers for surface water.
This document is applicable to pipes and fittings with smooth internal and profiled external surfaces, designated as Type B.
This document also specifies test methods and test parameters.
This document is applicable to:
a) structured-wall pipes and fittings, which are intended to be used buried underground outside the building structure, reflected in the marking of products by “U”; and
b) structured-wall pipes and fittings, which are intended to be used buried underground both outside (application area code “U”) and within the building structure, reflected in the marking of products by “UD”.
This document is applicable to structured-wall pipes and fittings with or without an integral socket with elastomeric ring seal joints as well as welded and fused joints.
This document is applicable to a range of pipe and fitting sizes, materials, pipe constructions, stiffness classes, application areas, tolerance classes and gives recommendations concerning colours.
NOTE 2 It is the responsibility of the purchaser or specifier to make the appropriate selections from these aspects, taking into account their particular requirements and any relevant national regulations and installation practices or codes.
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This document specifies a method for determining the long-term pressure endurance of glass-reinforced thermosetting plastics (GRP) pipes, based on the residual failure strength of test pieces after ageing for a specified time at specified internal pressure and temperature. The internal environment is specified in the referring standard. The external environment can be air or water.
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This document specifies product category rules (PCR) for Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs), as described in EN ISO 14025 and EN 15942.
This document is applicable to:
- functional unit as plastics piping systems inside the building structure;
- declared unit as one or more main structural components which are represented by pipes and fittings, as specified by the list of product standards provided in Annex CC.
This document gives guidelines for:
- both pressure and non-pressure applications;
- metal fittings (including manifolds) which are used in a plastic piping system.
The intended function of the system considered is to convey liquids according to EN 806 (for potable water supply), EN 1264 (for heating and cooling systems), EN 12828 (for radiators), EN 12056 (for soil and waste discharge and for water traps).
This document specifies product category rules of construction products as defined in and is intended to be used in conjunction with EN 15804+A2.
This document provides in Annex DD a non-exhaustive list of application fields. In addition, the insulated pipes are not in the scope of this document.
In addition to EN 15804+A2, this document specifies:
- the functional unit (consisting of pipes, fittings and ancillary components) and declared unit (consisting of pipes and/or fittings);
- the system boundaries and additional mandatory modules to be declared;
- the processes to be included in the installation phase;
- scenarios for module A4, A5;
- reference service life (RSL);
- end of life scenarios.
- Standard36 pagesEnglish languagee-Library read for1 day
This document specifies product category rules (PCR) for Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs), as described in EN ISO 14025 and EN 15942.
This document is applicable to:
- functional unit as plastic piping systems buried outside building structure;
- declared unit as one or more main structural components, as specified by the list of product standards provided in Annex CC.
Main structural components are:
- pipes;
- fittings (e.g. flange couplers, bends and reducers, valves and electrofusion fittings);
- manholes, inspection chambers and infiltration boxes.
This document gives guidelines for both pressure and non-pressure applications.
The intended function of the system considered is to convey fluids according to EN 476 (for sewers, drain and surface water), EN 805 (water supply), or EN 12007 (gas supply).
This document provides in Annex DD a non-exhaustive list of application fields. In addition, the following applications and materials are not in scope of this document: GRP pipes and fittings, and district heating pipes.
This document specifies the rules for the product category of construction products as defined in and is intended to be used in conjunction with EN 15804+A2.
In addition to EN 15804+A2, this document specifies:
- the functional unit (consisting of pipes, fittings, manholes and inspection chambers and ancillary components) and declared unit (consisting of pipes and/or fittings and/or manholes and /or inspection chambers);
- the system boundaries and additional mandatory modules to be declared;
- the processes to be included in the installation phase;
- scenarios for module A4, A5;
- use conditions for the use phase (B modules);
- reference service life (RSL);
- end of life scenarios.
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This document specifies a method for determining by extrapolation the long-term ultimate ring bending strain and for the calculation of the long-term ultimate relative ring deflection of glass-reinforced thermosetting plastics (GRP) pipes, under wet conditions. Two methods of loading are given, one using plates the other using beam bars.
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This document specifies performance requirements for electrofusion control unit (ECU) for use with polyethylene (PE) electrofusion fittings conforming to ISO 4437-3,[ REF Reference_ref_6 \r \h 1 08D0C9EA79F9BACE118C8200AA004BA90B0200000008000000100000005200650066006500720065006E00630065005F007200650066005F0036000000 ]ISO 4427-3[ REF Reference_ref_7 \r \h 2 08D0C9EA79F9BACE118C8200AA004BA90B0200000008000000100000005200650066006500720065006E00630065005F007200650066005F0037000000 ] and ISO 15494.[ REF Reference_ref_8 \r \h 3 08D0C9EA79F9BACE118C8200AA004BA90B0200000008000000100000005200650066006500720065006E00630065005F007200650066005F0038000000 ] NOTE 1 Electrofusion fittings conforming to other documents, e.g. EN 1555-3[ REF Reference_ref_9 \r \h 4 08D0C9EA79F9BACE118C8200AA004BA90B0200000008000000100000005200650066006500720065006E00630065005F007200650066005F0039000000 ] and EN 12201-3,[ REF Reference_ref_10 \r \h 5 08D0C9EA79F9BACE118C8200AA004BA90B0200000008000000110000005200650066006500720065006E00630065005F007200650066005F00310030000000 ] can also be within the scope of this document. The system designed to manage the transfer of data collected during the fusion process is out of the scope of this document. NOTE 2 Data format and retrieval system are specified in ISO 12176-5. NOTE 3 Parameters for the electrofusion cycle are defined in ISO 13950 and ISO 12176-5. Data for traceability purposes are given in ISO 12176-3, ISO 12176-4 and ISO 12176-5. Electrical safety is out of the scope of this document. NOTE 4 The manufacturer of ECU is informed that different safety regulations are in force in different countries or regional area, e.g.: U.S.A., Europe, etc. ECU designed for only one brand of fittings is out of the scope of this document. Excluding any of the requirements specified in this document is not acceptable when an organization claims conformity to this document.
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This document specifies the minimum values for expected strength as a function of time and temperature in the form of reference lines, for use in calculations on pipes made of a) polyethylene of raised temperature resistance (PE-RT) type I, and b) polyethylene of raised temperature resistance (PE-RT) type II.
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This document specifies a method to determine the resistance to internal pressure of polyethylene (PE), crosslinked polyethylene (PE-X) and unplasticized (PA-U) pipes to verify the condition of the pipe after being subjected to a squeeze-off procedure.
The equipment and procedure used to prepare the test samples and test parameters are given in this document, i.e.:
a) the diameter and series of the pipe to be tested (see 6.1);
b) the number of test pieces (see 6.2);
c) the parameters for the hydrostatic strength tests (see 7.6).
NOTE 1 Further information on the squeeze-off procedure is given in EN 12007-2 and ISO/TS 10839 for polyethylene, and CEN/TS 12007-6 for unplasticized polyamide.
NOTE 2 The squeeze-off procedure is specified to limit gas flow to allow maintenance, repair or to make network connections. Squeeze-off is used in an emergency for pipes carrying other media.
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This document specifies a method to determine the resistance to internal pressure of polyethylene (PE), crosslinked polyethylene (PE-X) and unplasticized (PA-U) pipes to verify the condition of the pipe after being subjected to a squeeze-off procedure.
The equipment and procedure used to prepare the test samples and test parameters are given in this document, i.e.:
a) the diameter and series of the pipe to be tested (see 6.1);
b) the number of test pieces (see 6.2);
c) the parameters for the hydrostatic strength tests (see 7.6).
NOTE 1 Further information on the squeeze-off procedure is given in EN 12007-2 and ISO/TS 10839 for polyethylene, and CEN/TS 12007-6 for unplasticized polyamide.
NOTE 2 The squeeze-off procedure is specified to limit gas flow to allow maintenance, repair or to make network connections. Squeeze-off is used in an emergency for pipes carrying other media.
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This document specifies the minimum values for expected strength as a function of time and temperature in the form of reference lines, for use in calculations on unplasticized polyamide (PA-U 180) extruded pipes. NOTE 1 PA-U 180 follows ISO 16486-1 in terms of minimum strength values and covers both PA-U11 180 and PA-U12 180. NOTE 2 As there is not test data available for other types of polyamide (e.g. PA-U 160) this document does not currently contain appropriate reference lines for these materials. Future revisions will include other types of polyamide when sufficient test data becomes available.
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This document describes a method with two procedures for the assessment of carbon black or pigment particle and agglomerate size, and the rating of dispersion in polyolefin pipes, fittings and compounds. The method is applicable to polyolefin pipes and fittings, as well as raw material in pellet form, with the choice of procedure to be determined by the referring specification. The method is applicable to carbon black or pigmented polyolefin pipes, fittings and compounds with a carbon black content of less than 3 % by weight, and pigment content of less than 5 % by weight.
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This document specifies procedures suitable for the analysis of data which, when converted into logarithms of the values, have either a normal or a skewed distribution. It is intended for use with test methods and referring standards for glass-reinforced thermosetting plastics (GRP) pipes or fittings for the analysis of properties as a function of time. However, it can also be used for the analysis of other data.
Two methods are specified, which are used depending on the nature of the data. Extrapolation using these techniques typically extends a trend from data gathered over a period of approximately 10 000 h to a prediction of the property at 50 years, which is the typical maximum extrapolation time.
This document only addresses the analysis of data. The test procedures for collecting the data, the number of samples required and the time period over which data are collected are covered by the referring standards and/or test methods. Clause 6 discusses how the data analysis methods are applied to product testing and design.
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This document specifies procedures suitable for the analysis of data which, when converted into logarithms of the values, have either a normal or a skewed distribution. It is intended for use with test methods and referring standards for glass-reinforced thermosetting plastics (GRP) pipes or fittings for the analysis of properties as a function of time. However, it can also be used for the analysis of other data.
Two methods are specified, which are used depending on the nature of the data. Extrapolation using these techniques typically extends a trend from data gathered over a period of approximately 10 000 h to a prediction of the property at 50 years, which is the typical maximum extrapolation time.
This document only addresses the analysis of data. The test procedures for collecting the data, the number of samples required and the time period over which data are collected are covered by the referring standards and/or test methods. Clause 6 discusses how the data analysis methods are applied to product testing and design.
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This document describes the time of flight diffraction (TOFD) testing of polyethylene butt fusion (BF) joints, including pipe-to-pipe, pipe-to-fitting and fitting-to-fitting joints, used for the conveyance of fluids. This document provides a test to detect imperfections such as voids, inclusions, lack of fusions, misalignment and particulate contamination in the BF joints. The document only applies to polyethylene pipes and fittings without a barrier to ultrasonic waves. This document also provides requirements for procedure qualification and guidance for personnel qualifications, which are essential for applying this test technique. This document covers the equipment, the preparation and performance of the test, the indication assessment and the reporting for polyethylene BF joints. Acceptance criteria are not covered in this document. NOTE 1 At present, laboratory experiences exist on the use of TOFD for polyethylene butt fusion joints and/or reference blocks of wall thickness between 8 mm to 100 mm.[1][2][3][4][5][6] Field experience on butt fusion joints in high density polyethylene (HDPE) pipes has been reported.[7] NOTE 2 Interlaboratory testing has shown that TOFD is a viable method for enhancing the integrity assessment of butt fusion joints.[13]
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This document gives guidance and requirements for the assessment of conformity of materials (compounds/formulations), products, joints and assemblies in accordance with EN 17670 2 intended to be included in the manufacturer’s quality plan as part of the quality management system and for the establishment of certification procedures.
NOTE 1 A test matrix provides an overview of the testing scheme in Annex A, Table A.1.
NOTE 2 If certification is involved, the certification body operating in accordance with EN ISO/IEC 17065 [1] and EN ISO/IEC 17020 [2] is considered to be competent.
In conjunction with EN 17670 2 this document is applicable to road gullies.
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This document specifies design for recycling guidelines for thermoplastics pipes and fittings, used as construction products or used for water supply to irrigation systems.
NOTE 1 Components used in irrigation systems such as flexibles and drip lines are not part of this document.
NOTE 2 Pipes and fittings used for cable management are not part of this document.
NOTE 3 Packaging of pipes and fittings is not part of this document.
The guidelines in this document are developed to facilitate mechanical recycling.
NOTE 4 The guidelines could also be beneficial for chemical recycling.
Thermoplastics pipes and fittings are considered to be those, where the total volume of the thermoplastic compound/formulation exceeds 50 %.
This document can also be used for other thermoplastics products used in a piping system such as manholes, inspection chambers, infiltration boxes and valves.
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This document gives guidance and requirements for the assessment of conformity of materials (compounds/formulations), products, joints and assemblies in accordance with EN 17670 2 intended to be included in the manufacturer’s quality plan as part of the quality management system and for the establishment of certification procedures.
NOTE 1 A test matrix provides an overview of the testing scheme in Annex A, Table A.1.
NOTE 2 If certification is involved, the certification body operating in accordance with EN ISO/IEC 17065 [1] and EN ISO/IEC 17020 [2] is considered to be competent.
In conjunction with EN 17670 2 this document is applicable to road gullies.
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This document specifies design for recycling guidelines for thermoplastics pipes and fittings, used as construction products or used for water supply to irrigation systems.
NOTE 1 Components used in irrigation systems such as flexibles and drip lines are not part of this document.
NOTE 2 Pipes and fittings used for cable management are not part of this document.
NOTE 3 Packaging of pipes and fittings is not part of this document.
The guidelines in this document are developed to facilitate mechanical recycling.
NOTE 4 The guidelines could also be beneficial for chemical recycling.
Thermoplastics pipes and fittings are considered to be those, where the total volume of the thermoplastic compound/formulation exceeds 50 %.
This document can also be used for other thermoplastics products used in a piping system such as manholes, inspection chambers, infiltration boxes and valves.
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This document specifies classification, general requirements and test methods for flexible, factory made, buried district heating pipe systems with thermoplastic reinforced service pipes (TRSP).
The factory made bonded or non-bonded flexible pipe systems, covered by this document, consists of:
- Thermoplastic reinforced service pipe, which consists of an inner layer made of PE-Xa, a thermoplastic intermediate layer, a reinforcement layer made of para-aramid fibres, an outer thermoplastic layer and a diffusion barrier layer, all with bonded structure;
- Thermal insulation layer;
- Casing made of PE.
Depending on the temperature profile, this document is applicable to a maximum operating temperature of 115 °C and maximum operating design pressure up to 1,6 MPa.
The pipe systems are designed for a service life of at least 30 years.
This document does not apply to cover surveillance systems.
NOTE For higher temperatures or for the transport of other fluids, for example potable water, additional requirements and testing is needed. Such requirements are not specified in this document.
A guideline for testing the pipe assembly is given in Annex D.
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This document specifies classification, general requirements and test methods for flexible, factory made, buried district heating pipe systems with thermoplastic reinforced service pipes (TRSP).
The factory made bonded or non-bonded flexible pipe systems, covered by this document, consists of:
- Thermoplastic reinforced service pipe, which consists of an inner layer made of PE-Xa, a thermoplastic intermediate layer, a reinforcement layer made of para-aramid fibres, an outer thermoplastic layer and a diffusion barrier layer, all with bonded structure;
- Thermal insulation layer;
- Casing made of PE.
Depending on the temperature profile, this document is applicable to a maximum operating temperature of 115 °C and maximum operating design pressure up to 1,6 MPa.
The pipe systems are designed for a service life of at least 30 years.
This document does not apply to cover surveillance systems.
NOTE For higher temperatures or for the transport of other fluids, for example potable water, additional requirements and testing is needed. Such requirements are not specified in this document.
A guideline for testing the pipe assembly is given in Annex D.
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This document specifies the requirements for flexible thermoplastic polyurethane and polyamide tubing conveying compressed air, in sizes from 3 mm to 16 mm (1/8 inch to 1/2 inch) outside diameter. Polyurethane tubings are dedicated for use in the temperature range from –20 °C to 60 °C, while polyamide tubings are dedicated for use in the temperature range from −20 °C to 80 °C. Working pressure depends on the tube size, the service temperature (see Table 13 and Table 14) and tubing material (see Table 15 and Table 16).
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This document specifies a method for determining the long-term sealing pressure of elastomeric seals in assembled joints for buried non-pressure sewerage plastics piping and ducting systems.
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This document specifies requirements and test methods for flexible, factory made, buried district heating pipe systems with plastic service pipes and no bonding between the layers of the pipe assemblies.
It is only applicable in conjunction with EN 17878-1.
This document is applicable to pipes, fittings, their joints and to joints with components made of non-plastics materials intended to be used for district heating installations.
This document is applicable to a maximum operating temperature of 80 °C and maximum operating design pressure up to 1,0 MPa for a design service life of at least 50 years.
This document does not apply to cover surveillance systems.
NOTE For higher temperatures or for the transport of other fluids, for example potable water, additional requirements and testing are needed. Such requirements are not specified in this document.
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This document specifies requirements and test methods for flexible, factory made, buried district heating pipe systems with plastic service pipes and bonding between the layers of the pipe assemblies.
It is only applicable in conjunction with EN 17878-1.
This document is applicable to pipes, fittings, their joints and to joints with components made of non-plastics materials intended to be used for district heating installations.
This document is applicable to a maximum operating temperature of 80 °C and maximum operating design pressure up to 1,0 MPa for a design service life of at least 50 years.
This document does not apply to cover surveillance systems.
NOTE For higher temperatures or for the transport of other fluids, for example potable water, additional requirements and testing are needed. Such requirements are not specified in this document.
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This document specifies classification, general requirements and test methods for flexible, factory made, buried district heating pipe systems.
This document is intended to be used only in conjunction with EN 17878-2 or EN 17878-3, as applicable.
This document is applicable to a maximum operating temperature of 80 °C and a maximum operating design pressure up to 1,0 MPa.
The pipe systems are designed for a service life of at least 50 years. For pipe systems with plastic service pipes, the respective temperature profiles are specified in EN 17878-2:2024 and EN 17878-3:2024.
For the transport of other liquids, for example potable water, additional requirements can be applicable.
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ABSTRACT
This specification covers requirements and test methods for materials, dimensions, workmanship, flattening resistance, impact resistance, pipe stiffness, extrusion quality, joining systems and a form of marking for type PSM poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC) SDR 51 and SDR 64 sewer pipe and fittings. In the solvent cement joint, the pipe spigot wedges into the tapered socket and the surfaces fuse together. Joints made with pipe and fittings shall show no signs of leakage when tested. The pipe dimensions, fitting dimensions, pipe flattening, impact resistance, pipe stiffness, joint tightness, and extrusion quality shall be tested to meet the requirements prescribed.
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1.1 This specification covers requirements and test methods for materials, dimensions, workmanship, flattening resistance, impact resistance, pipe stiffness, extrusion quality, joining systems and a form of marking for type PSM poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC) SDR 51 and SDR 64 sewer pipe and fittings.
1.2 Pipe and fittings produced to this specification should be installed in accordance with Practice D2321.
1.3 The text of this specification references notes, footnotes, and appendixes which provide explanatory material. These notes and footnotes (excluding those in tables and figures) shall not be considered as requirements of the specification.
1.4 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.
1.5 The following precautionary caveat pertains only to the test methods portion, Section 8, of this specification. This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.6 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
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ABSTRACT
This specification covers coextruded poly(vinyl chloride) plastic pipe with a cellular core and concentric inner and outer solid layers. The pipe is produced using a multilayer coextrusion die for nonpressure use in three series: an IPS Schedule 40 series; a PS series with an iron pipe size outside diameter with varying wall thickness as required for pipe stiffness of 25, 50, and 100; and a sewer and drain series. The pipe shall comply with the minimum wall thickness, outside diameter, length, stiffness, flattening, impact strength, bond strength, and extrusion quality requirements.
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1.1 This specification covers coextruded poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC) plastic pipe with a cellular core and concentric inner and outer solid layers, and is produced using a multilayer coextrusion die for nonpressure use in three series: an IPS Schedule 40 series for DWV; a PS series with an iron pipe size (IPS) outside diameter with varying wall thickness as required for pipe stiffnesses of 25, 50, and 100 for communication conduit, and a sewer and drain series.
1.2 The function of this specification is to provide standardization of product-technical data and serve as a purchasing guide.
1.3 The text of this specification references notes, footnotes, and appendixes which provide explanatory material. The notes and footnotes (excluding those in tables and figures) shall not be considered as requirements of the specification.
Note 1: All the pipe series covered by this specification are permitted to be perforated or belled for joining by solvent cement or belled for joining by an elastomeric seal (gasket). Because this pipe is OD controlled, the inside diameter will vary, and therefore, the pipe ID is not suitable for use as a socket. (For more information see Specification D2672.)
Note 2: This standard specifies dimensional, performance and test requirements for plumbing and fluid handling applications, but does not address venting of combustion gases.
1.4 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.
Note 3: Specifications related to this specification are as follows: D2665, D2729, D3034, F512, F758, and F789.
1.5 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.6 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
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ABSTRACT
This specification covers requirements and test methods for materials, dimensions and tolerances, pipe stiffness, crush resistance, impact resistance, hydrostatic burst resistance, and solvent cement for poly(vinyl chloride) plastic drain, waste, and vent pipe and fittings. The pipe and fittings covered are suitable for the drainage and venting of sewage and certain other liquid wastes. A form of marking is also included. The pipe and fittings shall be made of virgin PVC compounds of defined specification. The pipe shall conform to the required stiffness, deflection load and flattening. The fittings shall be subject to hydrostatic burst pressure. The pipe and fittings shall be subject to impact resistance test.
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1.1 This specification covers requirements and test methods for materials, dimensions and tolerances, pipe stiffness, crush resistance, impact resistance, and solvent cement for poly(vinyl chloride) plastic drain, waste, and vent pipe and fittings. A form of marking is also included. Plastic which does not meet the material requirements specified in Section 5 is excluded. Installation procedures are given in the Appendix.
1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.
1.3 The text of this specification references notes, footnotes, and appendixes which provide explanatory material. These notes and footnotes (excluding those in tables and figures) shall not be considered as requirements of the specification.
1.4 The following safety hazards caveat pertains only to the test methods portion, Section 7, of this specification: This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.5 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
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ABSTRACT
This specification covers the requirements and test methods for materials, dimensions, workmanship, stiffness factor, extrusion quality, and test procedures for extruded poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC) profile strips used for machine-made field fabrication of spirally wound pipe liners in the rehabilitation of a variety of existing pipelines and conduits including sanitary sewers, storm water sewers, process flow piping, and non-circular pipelines (such as arched or oval shapes and rectangular shapes) under gravity flow conditions. Certification, packaging, and product marking for quality assurance are also considered.
SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
9.1 The requirements of this specification are intended to provide extruded PVC profile strip suitable for the field fabrication of spirally wound liner pipe for the rehabilitation of existing pipelines and conduits conveying sewage, process flow, and storm water under gravity flowconditions.
Note 3: Industrial waste disposal lines should be installed only with the specific approval of the cognizant code authority since chemicals not commonly found in drains and sewers and temperatures in excess of 140 °F (60 °C) may be encountered.
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1.1 This specification covers requirements and test methods for materials, dimensions, workmanship, stiffness factor, extrusion quality, and a form of marking for extruded poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC) profile strips used for machine made field fabrication of spirally wound pipe liners in the rehabilitation of a variety of gravity applications such as sanitary sewers, storm sewers, and process piping in diameters of 6 to 180 in. and for similar sizes of non-circular pipelines such as arched or oval shapes and rectangular shapes.
1.2 Profile strip produced to this specification is for use in field fabrication of spirally wound liner pipes in nonpressure sewer and conduit rehabilitation, where the spirally wound liner pipe is expanded until it presses against the interior surface of the existing sewer or conduit, or, alternatively, where the spirally wound liner pipe is inserted as a fixed diameter into the existing sewer or conduit and the annular space between the liner pipe and the existing sewer or conduit is grouted.
1.3 This specification includes extruded profile strips made only from materials specified in 5.1.
1.4 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.
1.5 The following precautionary caveat pertains only to the test method portion, Section 11, of this specification: This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.6 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
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ABSTRACT
This specification covers poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC) pipe made in standard thermoplastic pipe dimension ratios and pressure rated for water. Poly(vinyl chloride) plastics used to make pipe meeting the requirements of this specification are categorized in two criteria: short-term strength tests, and long-term strength tests. The products covered by this specification are intended for use with the distribution of pressurized liquids only, which are chemically compatible with the piping materials. The material shall conform to the required wall thickness, sustained pressure, burst pressure, flattening, extrusion quality, and impact resistance. It shall be subject to an accelerated regression test.
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1.1 This specification covers poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC) pipe made in standard thermoplastic pipe dimension ratios and pressure rated for water (see appendix). Included are criteria for classifying PVC plastic pipe materials and PVC plastic pipe, a system of nomenclature for PVC plastic pipe, and requirements and test methods for materials, workmanship, dimensions, sustained pressure, burst pressure, flattening, and extrusion quality. Methods of marking are also given.
1.2 The products covered by this specification are intended for use with the distribution of pressurized liquids only, which are chemically compatible with the piping materials. Due to inherent hazards associated with testing components and systems with compressed air or other compressed gases, some manufacturers do not allow pneumatic testing of their products. Consult with specific product/component manufacturers for their specific testing procedures prior to pneumatic testing.
Note 1: Pressurized (compressed) air or other compressed gases contain large amounts of stored energy which present serious safety hazards should a system fail for any reason.
Note 2: This standard specifies dimensional, performance and test requirements for plumbing and fluid handling applications, but does not address venting of combustion gases.
1.3 The text of this specification references notes, footnotes, and appendixes which provide explanatory material. These notes and footnotes (excluding those in tables and figures) shall not be considered as requirements of the specification.
1.4 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.
1.5 The following safety hazards caveat pertains only to the test methods portion, Section 8, of this specification: This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. A specific precautionary statement is given in Note 9.
Note 3: CPVC plastic pipe (SDR-PR), which was formerly included in this specification, is now covered by Specification F442/F442M.
Note 4: The sustained and burst pressure test requirements, and the pressure ratings in the appendix, are calculated from stress values obtained from tests made on pipe 4 in. (100 mm) and smaller. However, tests conducted on pipe as large as 24 in. (600 mm) in diameter have shown these stress values to be valid for larger diameter PVC pipe.
Note 5: PVC pipe made to this specification is often belled for use as line pipe. For details of the solvent cement bell, see Specification D2672 and for details of belled elastomeric joints, see Specifications D3139 and D3212.
1.6 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barrier...
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ABSTRACT
This specification covers requirements, test methods, and methods of marking for chlorinated poly(vinyl chloride) plastic hot- and cold-water distribution system components made in one standard dimension ratio and intended for water service up to a certain temperature. These components comprise pipe and tubing, socket-type fittings, street fittings, plastic-to-metal transition fittings, solvent cements, and adhesives. The components are intended for use in residential and commercial, hot and cold, potable water distribution systems. The products covered by this specification are intended for use with the distribution of pressurized liquids only, which are chemically compatible with the piping materials. CPVC 4120 pipe, tubing, and fittings shall be classified by a single standard dimension ratio which shall be SDR 11, by a certain maximum continuous use temperature and by a certain diameter range for nominal pipe or tubing. CPVC plastic-to-metal transition fittings intended for use up a certain temperature are classified on the basis of resistance to failure by thermocycling. The chlorinated poly(vinyl chloride) plastics are categorized by two criteria: basic short-term properties and long-term hydrostatic strength. These short-term properties include mechanical strength, heat resistance, flammability, and chemical resistance which shall be determined after performing different tests. A test shall also be conducted in order to determine the long-term hydrostatic strength of CPVC 41 pipe, tubing, and fittings.
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1.1 This specification covers requirements, test methods, assembly, and methods of marking for chlorinated poly(vinyl chloride) plastic hot- and cold-water distribution system components made in one standard dimension ratio and intended for water service up to and including 180 °F (82 °C). These components comprise pipe and tubing, socket-type fittings, street fittings, plastic-to-metal transition fittings, solvent cements, and adhesives. Requirements and methods of test are included for materials, workmanship, dimensions and tolerances, hydrostatic sustained pressure strength, and thermocycling resistance. The components covered by this specification are intended for use in residential and commercial, hot and cold, potable water distribution systems.
1.2 The products covered by this specification are intended for use with the distribution of pressurized liquids only, which are chemically compatible with the piping materials. Due to inherent hazards associated with testing components and systems with compressed air or other compressed gases some manufacturers do not allow pneumatic testing of their products. Consult with specific product/component manufacturers for their specific testing procedures prior to pneumatic testing.
Note 1: Pressurized (compressed) air or other compressed gases contain large amounts of stored energy which present serious safety hazards should a system fail for any reason.
1.3 The text of this specification references notes, footnotes, and appendixes which provide explanatory material. These notes and footnotes (excluding those in tables and figures) shall not be considered as requirements of the specification.
1.4 The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound units are to be regarded separately as standard. The values stated in each system may not be exact equivalents; therefore, each system shall be used independently of the other. Combining values from the two systems may result in non-conformance with the standard.
Note 2: Suggested hydrostatic design stresses and hydrostatic pressure ratings for pipe, tubing, and fittings are listed in Appendix X1. Design and installation considerations are discussed in Appendix X2. An optional performance qualification and an in-plant quality control program are recommended in Appendix X3.
1.5 The following safety hazards caveat pertains only to the test method portion, Sections 9 and 10, of this specificat...
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SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
4.1 This practice relies on a screening process using visual inspection followed by 80 °C sustained pressure testing to qualify a squeeze-off process.
4.2 Squeeze-off is widely used to temporarily control the flow of gas in PE pipe. Squeeze tools vary in squeeze bar shape and size, operating method, and available stop gaps depending on the tool manufacturer and the size of the pipe the tool will be used on. Multiple squeeze tools are required for a range of pipe size and DR combinations. Squeeze-off procedures can vary depending on the tool design, pipe material, pipe size and DR, pipe operating conditions, and pipe environmental conditions.
4.3 Experience indicates that damage leading to gas pipe failure is possible with some combinations of polyethylene material, pipe temperature, tool design, wall compression percentage, and procedure. This practice is useful for determining the suitability of a tool for squeeze-off and for determining acceptable limits for squeeze-off such as acceptable minimum and maximum pipe temperature for squeeze and acceptable line pressure for squeeze. Tests conducted at different pipe temperatures with various sizes of tools and pipes can be used to verify a range of temperatures, tool sizes, and pipe sizes for which the squeeze-off procedure is applicable.
4.4 The area of wrinkling at the ears on the inside diameter (ID) of the pipe and the area on the outside of the pipe opposite the ears are examined. Evidence of any one or a combination of void formation, cracks or extensive localized stress whitening, or failure during sustained pressure testing disqualifies the squeeze-off process.
4.5 Typical unacceptable features implying long-term damage are shown in Appendix X1 photographs.
4.6 Studies of polyethylene pipe extruded in the late 1980s (PE2306 and PE3408) show that damage typically does not develop when the wall compression percentage is 30 % or less, when closure rates are 2 in./minute or less and release rates are...
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1.1 This practice covers qualifying a combination of a squeeze tool, a polyethylene gas pipe, and a squeeze-off procedure to avoid long-term damage in polyethylene gas pipe. Qualifying is conducted by examining the inside and outside surfaces of pipe specimens at and near the squeeze to determine the existence of features indicative of long-term damage. If indicative features are absent, sustained pressure testing in accordance with Test Method D1598 is conducted to confirm the viability of the squeeze-off process.
Note 1: This practice may be useful for evaluating the effects of squeeze-off of other piping materials. If applied to other piping materials, research testing to confirm the applicability of this practice to other materials should be conducted.
Note 2: Qualification of historic pipe should follow the historic version of F1734 closest to the pipe manufactured data.
1.2 This practice is appropriate for any combination of squeeze tool, PE gas pipe, and squeeze-off procedure.
1.3 This practice is for use by squeeze-tool manufacturers and gas utilities to qualify squeeze tools made in accordance with Test Method F1563; and squeeze-off procedures based on with Guide F1041 with pipe manufactured in accordance with Specification D2513.
1.4 Governing codes and project specifications should be consulted. Nothing in this practice should be construed as recommending practices or systems at variance with governing codes and project specifications.
1.5 Where applicable in this practice, “pipe” shall mean “pipe and tubing.”
1.6 Units—The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.
1.7 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standar...
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