ASTM D4396-22
(Specification)Standard Specification for Rigid Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) and Chlorinated Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (CPVC) Compounds for Plastic Pipe and Fittings Used in Nonpressure Applications
Standard Specification for Rigid Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) and Chlorinated Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (CPVC) Compounds for Plastic Pipe and Fittings Used in Nonpressure Applications
ABSTRACT
This specification covers rigid plastic compounds intended for use in making nonpressure piping products composed of (1) poly(vinyl chloride) polymer, (2) chlorinated poly(vinyl chloride) polymer, or (3) vinyl chloride copolymers, and the necessary compound ingredients. The compounding ingredients may consist of lubricants; stabilizers; nonpoly(vinyl chloride) resin modifiers; colorants or pigments, or both; fibrous or nonfibrous reinforcements; or fillers. The requirements in this specification are intended for the quality control of compounds used to manufacture pipe or fittings intended for nonpressure use. Materials shall be classified according to cell limits: Cell Class 0; Cell Class 1; Cell Class 2; Cell Class 3; Cell Class 4; Cell Class 5; Cell Class 6; Cell Class 7; and Cell Class 8. Conditioning; test conditions; tensile strength and modulus of elasticity; deflection temperature; and impact resistance tests shall be performed to meet the requirements specified.
SCOPE
1.1 This specification covers the classification and identification of rigid plastic compounds intended for use in making nonpressure piping products composed of (1) poly(vinyl chloride) polymer, (2) chlorinated poly(vinyl chloride) polymer, or (3) vinyl chloride copolymers, and the necessary compound ingredients. Compounding ingredients consist of lubricants; stabilizers; non-poly(vinyl chloride) resin modifiers; colorants or pigments, or both; fibrous or nonfibrous reinforcements; or fillers.
1.2 The requirements in this specification are intended for the quality control of compounds used to manufacture pipe or fittings intended for nonpressure use. Specific properties are not directly applicable to finished products. When specified in a product or application standard, the series of classification properties in this standard form a basis for a material specification. See the applicable ASTM standards or requirements for finished products.
1.3 In special cases, specific compounds for unusual piping applications that require consideration of other properties not covered in this specification, such as service temperature, sag resistance, special chemical resistance, weather resistance, bending forces, and electrical properties, shall be considered.
1.4 Rigid PVC-type compounds for building applications other than piping are covered in Specification D4216.
1.5 Rigid PVC compounds for general purpose extrusion, molding, fitting, and pipe are covered in Specification D1784.
1.6 The rate of burning test, Test Method D635, is used in this specification as a test for identification of certain properties of the compound.
1.7 It is acceptable for rigid PVC and CPVC recycle plastics meeting the requirements of this specification to be used in some applications. Refer to the specific requirements in the Material and Manufacture section of the applicable product standard.
1.8 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.
1.9 The following safety hazards caveat pertains only to the test methods portion, Section 10, 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.
Note 1: There is no known ISO equivalent to this standard.
1.10 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.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 31-Aug-2022
- Technical Committee
- D20 - Plastics
- Drafting Committee
- D20.15 - Thermoplastic Materials
Relations
- Effective Date
- 01-Feb-2024
- Effective Date
- 01-Nov-2023
- Effective Date
- 15-Jan-2020
- Effective Date
- 01-Jan-2020
- Effective Date
- 01-Aug-2019
- Effective Date
- 15-Apr-2019
- Effective Date
- 01-Feb-2019
- Effective Date
- 01-Dec-2018
- Effective Date
- 01-Nov-2018
- Effective Date
- 01-Apr-2018
- Refers
ASTM D1600-18 - Standard Terminology for Abbreviated Terms Relating to Plastics (Withdrawn 2024) - Effective Date
- 01-Jan-2018
- Effective Date
- 15-Aug-2017
- Effective Date
- 01-Sep-2015
- Effective Date
- 01-Dec-2014
- Effective Date
- 01-Feb-2014
Overview
ASTM D4396-22 is the standard specification established by ASTM International for rigid poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC) and chlorinated poly(vinyl chloride) (CPVC) compounds used in plastic pipe and fittings for nonpressure applications. This specification provides the classification, identification, and quality assurance criteria for rigid plastic compounds based on their essential physical properties. The compounds are intended for manufacturing piping products such as plastic pipe and fittings that do not require pressure resistance, making this standard highly relevant for building, construction, infrastructure, and similar industries.
Key Topics
- Material Scope: The standard applies to rigid PVC, CPVC polymers, and vinyl chloride copolymers, including all necessary compound ingredients such as stabilizers, lubricants, reinforcements, fillers, colorants, and resin modifiers.
- Classification System: Materials are classified into cell classes based on a range of physical properties including impact resistance, tensile strength, modulus of elasticity, and deflection temperature under load. The classification system supports precise selection and specification for intended nonpressure piping applications.
- Quality Control: ASTM D4396-22 defines the minimum physical requirements for compounds, serving as a basis for material acceptance and ongoing quality control in manufacturing operations.
- Testing Requirements: The standard outlines specimen preparation and required tests, including:
- Tensile strength and modulus of elasticity (ASTM D638)
- Impact resistance (ASTM D256)
- Deflection temperature under load (ASTM D648)
- Rate of burning test (ASTM D635)
- Recycled Materials: The standard permits the use of recycled rigid PVC and CPVC that meet the specified requirements, supporting sustainability initiatives where applicable.
- Physical Properties: The specification emphasizes uniform composition, appropriate color or transparency, absence of foreign matter, and standard commercial container packaging to ensure material consistency and processability.
Applications
ASTM D4396-22 is vital for industries using rigid plastic pipe and fittings in nonpressure systems, including:
- Sewer and Drainage Systems: For pipes not subjected to internal fluid pressure, ensuring long-term reliability and environmental resistance.
- Ventilation Ducts: In building construction where nonpressure airflow containment is needed.
- Electrical Conduits and Cable Protection: For cable management in environments not requiring pressure containment.
- Irrigation and Landscaping: Water routing and distribution lines operating at atmospheric pressure.
- Industrial and Laboratory Applications: Nonpressure transfer or containment of chemicals, subject to appropriate compound selection for chemical resistance.
Manufacturers, engineers, and quality assurance professionals rely on this standard to ensure that plastic piping products made from rigid PVC and CPVC compounds possess predictable and consistent material properties, supporting safe installation and long-term performance in nonpressure uses.
Related Standards
Several ASTM standards complement or relate to ASTM D4396-22 for comprehensive quality and compatibility in plastic piping systems:
- ASTM D1784: Classification for rigid PVC and CPVC compounds for general pipe, extrusion, and molding applications.
- ASTM D4216: Specification for rigid PVC and CPVC compounds used in building products outside of piping.
- ASTM D256: Test methods for impact resistance of plastics.
- ASTM D618: Practice for conditioning plastics before testing.
- ASTM D635: Test method for rate of burning of plastics.
- ASTM D638: Test method for tensile properties of plastics.
- ASTM D648: Test method for deflection temperature under flexural load.
- ASTM D5260: Classification system for chemical resistance of PVC and CPVC compounds.
- ASTM D3892: Practice for packaging and marking of plastics.
No known ISO equivalent currently exists for this particular standard, making ASTM D4396-22 a unique reference for nonpressure PVC and CPVC pipe compound specifications.
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ASTM D4396-22 is a technical specification published by ASTM International. Its full title is "Standard Specification for Rigid Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) and Chlorinated Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (CPVC) Compounds for Plastic Pipe and Fittings Used in Nonpressure Applications". This standard covers: ABSTRACT This specification covers rigid plastic compounds intended for use in making nonpressure piping products composed of (1) poly(vinyl chloride) polymer, (2) chlorinated poly(vinyl chloride) polymer, or (3) vinyl chloride copolymers, and the necessary compound ingredients. The compounding ingredients may consist of lubricants; stabilizers; nonpoly(vinyl chloride) resin modifiers; colorants or pigments, or both; fibrous or nonfibrous reinforcements; or fillers. The requirements in this specification are intended for the quality control of compounds used to manufacture pipe or fittings intended for nonpressure use. Materials shall be classified according to cell limits: Cell Class 0; Cell Class 1; Cell Class 2; Cell Class 3; Cell Class 4; Cell Class 5; Cell Class 6; Cell Class 7; and Cell Class 8. Conditioning; test conditions; tensile strength and modulus of elasticity; deflection temperature; and impact resistance tests shall be performed to meet the requirements specified. SCOPE 1.1 This specification covers the classification and identification of rigid plastic compounds intended for use in making nonpressure piping products composed of (1) poly(vinyl chloride) polymer, (2) chlorinated poly(vinyl chloride) polymer, or (3) vinyl chloride copolymers, and the necessary compound ingredients. Compounding ingredients consist of lubricants; stabilizers; non-poly(vinyl chloride) resin modifiers; colorants or pigments, or both; fibrous or nonfibrous reinforcements; or fillers. 1.2 The requirements in this specification are intended for the quality control of compounds used to manufacture pipe or fittings intended for nonpressure use. Specific properties are not directly applicable to finished products. When specified in a product or application standard, the series of classification properties in this standard form a basis for a material specification. See the applicable ASTM standards or requirements for finished products. 1.3 In special cases, specific compounds for unusual piping applications that require consideration of other properties not covered in this specification, such as service temperature, sag resistance, special chemical resistance, weather resistance, bending forces, and electrical properties, shall be considered. 1.4 Rigid PVC-type compounds for building applications other than piping are covered in Specification D4216. 1.5 Rigid PVC compounds for general purpose extrusion, molding, fitting, and pipe are covered in Specification D1784. 1.6 The rate of burning test, Test Method D635, is used in this specification as a test for identification of certain properties of the compound. 1.7 It is acceptable for rigid PVC and CPVC recycle plastics meeting the requirements of this specification to be used in some applications. Refer to the specific requirements in the Material and Manufacture section of the applicable product standard. 1.8 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only. 1.9 The following safety hazards caveat pertains only to the test methods portion, Section 10, 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. Note 1: There is no known ISO equivalent to this standard. 1.10 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.
ABSTRACT This specification covers rigid plastic compounds intended for use in making nonpressure piping products composed of (1) poly(vinyl chloride) polymer, (2) chlorinated poly(vinyl chloride) polymer, or (3) vinyl chloride copolymers, and the necessary compound ingredients. The compounding ingredients may consist of lubricants; stabilizers; nonpoly(vinyl chloride) resin modifiers; colorants or pigments, or both; fibrous or nonfibrous reinforcements; or fillers. The requirements in this specification are intended for the quality control of compounds used to manufacture pipe or fittings intended for nonpressure use. Materials shall be classified according to cell limits: Cell Class 0; Cell Class 1; Cell Class 2; Cell Class 3; Cell Class 4; Cell Class 5; Cell Class 6; Cell Class 7; and Cell Class 8. Conditioning; test conditions; tensile strength and modulus of elasticity; deflection temperature; and impact resistance tests shall be performed to meet the requirements specified. SCOPE 1.1 This specification covers the classification and identification of rigid plastic compounds intended for use in making nonpressure piping products composed of (1) poly(vinyl chloride) polymer, (2) chlorinated poly(vinyl chloride) polymer, or (3) vinyl chloride copolymers, and the necessary compound ingredients. Compounding ingredients consist of lubricants; stabilizers; non-poly(vinyl chloride) resin modifiers; colorants or pigments, or both; fibrous or nonfibrous reinforcements; or fillers. 1.2 The requirements in this specification are intended for the quality control of compounds used to manufacture pipe or fittings intended for nonpressure use. Specific properties are not directly applicable to finished products. When specified in a product or application standard, the series of classification properties in this standard form a basis for a material specification. See the applicable ASTM standards or requirements for finished products. 1.3 In special cases, specific compounds for unusual piping applications that require consideration of other properties not covered in this specification, such as service temperature, sag resistance, special chemical resistance, weather resistance, bending forces, and electrical properties, shall be considered. 1.4 Rigid PVC-type compounds for building applications other than piping are covered in Specification D4216. 1.5 Rigid PVC compounds for general purpose extrusion, molding, fitting, and pipe are covered in Specification D1784. 1.6 The rate of burning test, Test Method D635, is used in this specification as a test for identification of certain properties of the compound. 1.7 It is acceptable for rigid PVC and CPVC recycle plastics meeting the requirements of this specification to be used in some applications. Refer to the specific requirements in the Material and Manufacture section of the applicable product standard. 1.8 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only. 1.9 The following safety hazards caveat pertains only to the test methods portion, Section 10, 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. Note 1: There is no known ISO equivalent to this standard. 1.10 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.
ASTM D4396-22 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 23.040.20 - Plastics pipes. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
ASTM D4396-22 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to ASTM D883-24, ASTM D883-23, ASTM D1784-20, ASTM D883-20, ASTM D883-19c, ASTM D883-19a, ASTM D883-19, ASTM D883-18a, ASTM D883-18, ASTM D648-18, ASTM D1600-18, ASTM D883-17, ASTM D3892-15, ASTM D635-14, ASTM D1600-14. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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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.
Designation:D4396 −22
Standard Specification for
Rigid Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) and Chlorinated Poly(Vinyl
Chloride) (CPVC) Compounds for Plastic Pipe and Fittings
Used in Nonpressure Applications
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D4396; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope* some applications. Refer to the specific requirements in the
Material and Manufacture section of the applicable product
1.1 This specification covers the classification and identifi-
standard.
cation of rigid plastic compounds intended for use in making
nonpressure piping products composed of (1) poly(vinyl chlo- 1.8 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as
ride) polymer, (2) chlorinated poly(vinyl chloride) polymer, or standard. The values given in parentheses are for information
(3) vinyl chloride copolymers, and the necessary compound only.
ingredients. Compounding ingredients consist of lubricants;
1.9 The following safety hazards caveat pertains only to the
stabilizers; non-poly(vinyl chloride) resin modifiers; colorants
test methods portion, Section 10, of this specification: This
or pigments, or both; fibrous or nonfibrous reinforcements; or
standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns,
fillers.
if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user
of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and
1.2 The requirements in this specification are intended for
environmental practices and determine the applicability of
the quality control of compounds used to manufacture pipe or
regulatory limitations prior to use.
fittings intended for nonpressure use. Specific properties are
not directly applicable to finished products. When specified in
NOTE 1—There is no known ISO equivalent to this standard.
a product or application standard, the series of classification
1.10 This international standard was developed in accor-
properties in this standard form a basis for a material specifi-
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-
cation. See the applicableASTM standards or requirements for
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
finished products.
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
1.3 In special cases, specific compounds for unusual piping
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
applications that require consideration of other properties not
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
covered in this specification, such as service temperature, sag
resistance, special chemical resistance, weather resistance, 2. Referenced Documents
bending forces, and electrical properties, shall be considered. 2
2.1 ASTM Standards:
1.4 Rigid PVC-type compounds for building applications D256 Test Methods for Determining the Izod Pendulum
other than piping are covered in Specification D4216. Impact Resistance of Plastics
D618 Practice for Conditioning Plastics for Testing
1.5 Rigid PVC compounds for general purpose extrusion,
D635 Test Method for Rate of Burning and/or Extent and
molding, fitting, and pipe are covered in Specification D1784.
Time of Burning of Plastics in a Horizontal Position
1.6 The rate of burning test, Test Method D635, is used in
D638 Test Method for Tensile Properties of Plastics
thisspecificationasatestforidentificationofcertainproperties
D648 Test Method for Deflection Temperature of Plastics
of the compound.
Under Flexural Load in the Edgewise Position
1.7 ItisacceptableforrigidPVCandCPVCrecycleplastics D883 Terminology Relating to Plastics
D1600 Terminology forAbbreviatedTerms Relating to Plas-
meeting the requirements of this specification to be used in
tics
D1784 Classification System and Basis for Specification for
This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee D20 on
Plastics and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee D20.15 on Thermoplastic
Materials. For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or
Current edition approved Sept. 1, 2022. Published September 2022. Originally contact ASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM
approved in 1984. Last previous edition approved in 2015 as D4396 – 15. DOI: Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on
10.1520/D4396-22. the ASTM website.
*A Summary of Changes section appears at the end of this standard
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D4396−22
NOTE 3—The cell-type format provides the means for classification and
Rigid Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Compounds and Chlo-
close characterization and specification of compound properties, alone or
rinated Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (CPVC) Compounds
in combination, for a broad range of compounds. This type format,
D3892 Practice for Packaging/Packing of Plastics
however, is subject to possible misapplication since unobtainable property
D4216 Specification for Rigid Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC)
combinations can be selected if the user is not familiar with commercially
and Related PVC and Chlorinated Poly(Vinyl Chloride)
available compounds. The manufacturer should be consulted.
(CPVC) Building Products Compounds
4.3 Product application chemical resistance when specified
D5260 Classification for Chemical Resistance of Poly(Vinyl
shall be classified in accordance with the Classification Section
Chloride) (PVC) Homopolymer and Copolymer Com-
of Classification D5260.
pounds and Chlorinated Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (CPVC)
Compounds
5. Materials and Manufacture
3. Terminology
5.1 Resin (Polymer) Requirements:
5.1.1 Poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC) resin (polymer) meeting
3.1 Definitions—For definitions of terms that appear in this
Cell 1 in Designation Order 1 shall have a vinyl chloride
specification relating to plastics, refer to Terminology D883.
homopolymer content not less than 99.0 %.
For abbreviations that appear in this specification, refer to
Terminology D1600.
5.1.2 Chlorinated Poly(vinyl chloride) (CPVC) resin (poly-
mer) meeting Cell 2 in Designation Order 1 shall have a
4. Classification
chlorine content not less than 63 %.
4.1 The means for classifying and identifying PVC pipe
5.1.3 Vinyl chloride copolymer resin (polymer) meeting
compoundsareprovidedinTable1.Thepropertiesenumerated
Cell 3 in Designation Order 1 shall contain not less than 80 %
in this table and the tests defined provide identification of the
vinyl chloride content.
compounds selected. They are not necessarily suitable for
5.2 Compounds supplied under this specification shall be in
direct application in design because of differences in shape or
the form of cubes, granules, pellets, or powder blends.
part, size, loading, environmental conditions, method of
5.3 Compounds shall be of uniform composition and size.
processing, etc.
Color and transparency or opacity shall be within applicable
4.2 Classes are designated by the cell number for each
commercial tolerances.
property in the order in which they are listed in Table 1.
5.4 Compoundsshallbefreeofforeignmattertoalevelthat
NOTE 2—
...
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Designation: D4396 − 15 D4396 − 22
Standard Specification for
Rigid Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) and Chlorinated Poly(Vinyl
Chloride) (CPVC) Compounds for Plastic Pipe and Fittings
Used in Nonpressure Applications
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D4396; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope*
1.1 This specification covers the classification and identification of rigid plastic compounds intended for use in making
nonpressure piping products composed of (1) poly(vinyl chloride) polymer, (2) chlorinated poly(vinyl chloride) polymer, or (3)
vinyl chloride copolymers, and the necessary compound ingredients. Compounding ingredients consist of lubricants; stabilizers;
non-poly(vinyl chloride) resin modifiers; colorants or pigments, or both; fibrous or nonfibrous reinforcements; or fillers.
1.2 The requirements in this specification are intended for the quality control of compounds used to manufacture pipe or fittings
intended for nonpressure use. They Specific properties are not directly applicable to finished pipe and finished fittings. products.
When specified in a product or application standard, the series of classification properties in this standard form a basis for a material
specification. See the applicable ASTM standards or requirements for finished products.
1.3 In special cases, specific compounds for unusual piping applications that require consideration of other properties not covered
in this specification, such as service temperature, sag resistance, special chemical resistance, weather resistance, bending forces,
and electrical properties, shall be considered.
1.4 Rigid PVC-type compounds for building applications other than piping are covered in Specification D4216.
1.5 Rigid PVC compounds for general purpose extrusion, molding, fitting, and pipe are covered in Specification D1784.
1.6 The rate of burning test, Test Method D635, is used in this specification as a test for identification of certain properties of the
compound.
1.7 It is acceptable for rigid PVC and CPVC recycle plastics meeting the requirements of this specification to be used in some
applications. Refer to the specific requirements in the Material and Manufacture section of the applicable product standard.
1.8 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.
1.9 The following safety hazards caveat pertains only to the test methods portion, Section 10, 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 safety, health, and healthenvironmental practices and determine the applicability of
regulatory limitations prior to use.
This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee D20 on Plastics and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee D20.15 on Thermoplastic Materials.
Current edition approved Oct. 1, 2015Sept. 1, 2022. Published October 2015September 2022. Originally approved in 1984. Last previous edition approved in 20062015
as D4396 – 06D4396 – 15., which was withdrawn January 2015 and reinstated in October 2015. DOI: 10.1520/D4396-15. DOI: 10.1520/D4396-22.
*A Summary of Changes section appears at the end of this standard
Copyright © ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959. United States
D4396 − 22
NOTE 1—There is no known ISO equivalent to this standard.
1.10 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.
2. Referenced Documents
2.1 ASTM Standards:
D256 Test Methods for Determining the Izod Pendulum Impact Resistance of Plastics
D618 Practice for Conditioning Plastics for Testing
D635 Test Method for Rate of Burning and/or Extent and Time of Burning of Plastics in a Horizontal Position
D638 Test Method for Tensile Properties of Plastics
D648 Test Method for Deflection Temperature of Plastics Under Flexural Load in the Edgewise Position
D883 Terminology Relating to Plastics
D1600 Terminology for Abbreviated Terms Relating to Plastics
D1784 Classification System and Basis for Specification for Rigid Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Compounds and Chlorinated
Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (CPVC) Compounds
D3892 Practice for Packaging/Packing of Plastics
D4216 Specification for Rigid Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) and Related PVC and Chlorinated Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (CPVC)
Building Products Compounds
D5260 Classification for Chemical Resistance of Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Homopolymer and Copolymer Compounds and
Chlorinated Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (CPVC) Compounds
F412 Terminology Relating to Plastic Piping Systems
3. Terminology
3.1 Definitions—General definitions are in accordance with Terminologies For definitions of terms that appear in this specification
relating to plastics, refer to Terminology D883,. F412, andFor abbreviations D1600, unless otherwise noted. that appear in this
specification, refer to Terminology D1600.
4. Classification
4.1 The means for classifying and identifying PVC pipe compounds are provided in Table 1. The properties enumerated in this
table and the tests defined provide identification of the compounds selected. They are not necessarily suitable for direct application
in design because of differences in shape or part, size, loading, environmental conditions, method of processing, etc.
TABLE 1 Class Requirements for Rigid Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) and Chlorinated Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (CPVC) Pipe Compounds for
Nonpressure Piping Products
Desig- A
Cell Limits
nation
Property and Unit
Order
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
No.
1 Kind of resin in . poly(vinyl chlorinated vinyl chloride
compound chloride) poly (vinyl copolymer
(PVC) chloride)
(CPVC)
2 Impact resistance, min, Unspecified 40.0 80.1 266.9 533.8 800.7
(J/m) of notch (ft·lbf/in.) (0.65) (1.5) (5.0) (10.0) (15.0)
3 Tensile strength, min, Unspecified 21 27.5 34.4 44.7 48.3 55.2
(MPa) psi (3000) (4000) (5000) (6500) (7000) (8000)
4 Modulus of elasticity Unspecified 1930 2344 2620 2758 3034 3171 3585 4275
in tension, min, (280 000) (340 000) (380 000) (400 000) (440 000) (460 000) (520 000) (620 000)
(MPa) psi
5 Deflection temperature under Unspecified 60 70 80 100 110 120 130 140
load, 264 psi (1.82 MPa), (140) (158) (176) (212) (230) (248) (266) (284)
min, °C (°F)
A
The property value per Section 8 determines the cell number.
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4.2 Classes are designated by the cell number for each property in the order in which they are listed in Table 1.
NOTE 2—The manner in which selected materials are identified by this classification system is illustrated by a cell Class 13452 PVC nonpressure pipe
compound having the following requirements (see Table 1):
NOTE 3—The cell-type format provides the means for classification and close characterization and specification of compound properties, alone or in
combination, for a broad range of compounds. This type format, however, is subject to possible misapplication since unobtainable property combinations
can be selected if the user is not familiar with commercially available compounds. The manufacturer should be consulted.
4.3 Product application chemical resistance when specified shall be classified in accordance with the Classification Section of
Classification D5260.
5. Materials and Manufacture
5.1 Resin (Polymer) Requirements:
5.1.1 Poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC) resin (polymer) mee
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