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Revised 2/5/2013
ABS
(Acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene) Class 3-2-2-2-2, conforming
to ASTM D 3965, is a time proven material. The smooth inner
surface and superior resistance to deposit formation makes ABS
drain, waste and vent material ideal for residential and com-
mercial sanitary systems. The residential DWV system can be
exposed in service to a wide temperature span. ABS-DWV has
proven satisfactory for use from -40°F to 180°F. These tempera-
ture variations can occur due to ambient temperature fluctua-
tions or the discharge of hot liquids into the system. ABS-DWV
is very resistant to a wide variety of materials ranging from
sewage to commercial household chemical formulations. ABS-
DWV is joined by solvent cementing or threading and can easily
be connected to steel, copper, or cast iron through the use of
transition fittings.
PVC
(Polyvinyl Chloride) conforming to ASTM D 1784 Class 12454,
formerly designated Type 1, Grade 1. PVC is the most frequently
specified of all thermoplastic materials. It has been used suc-
cessfully for over 30 years in such areas as chemical processing,
industrial plating, chilled water distribution, deionized water
lines, chemical drainage, and irrigation systems. PVC is char-
acterized by high physical properties and resistance to corrosion
and chemical attack by acids, alkalies, salt solutions and many
other chemicals. It is attacked, however, by polar solvents such
as ketones, some chlorinated hydrocarbons, and aromatics. The
maximum service temperature of PVC is 140°F. With a design
stress of 2,000 psi, PVC has the highest long-term hydrostatic
strength at 73°F of any of the major thermoplastics being used
for piping systems. PVC is joined by solvent cementing, thread-
ing, or flanging.
CPVC
(Chlorinated Polyvinyl Chloride) Class 23447, formerly desig-
nated Type IV, Grade 1 conforming to ASTM D 1784, has physi-
cal properties at 73°F similar to those of PVC and its chemical
resistance is similar to or generally better than that of PVC.
CPVC, with a design stress of 2000 psi and maximum service
temperature of 210°F, has, over a period of about 30 years,
proven to be an excellent material for hot corrosive liquids, hot
and cold-water distribution, and similar applications above the
temperature range of PVC. CPVC is joined by solvent cementing,
threading, or flanging.
PTFE
PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene) has outstanding resistance to
chemical attack by most chemicals and solvents. PTFE has a
temperature rating of -200°F to 500°F. PTFE, a self-lubricating
compound, is used as a seat material in NIBCO/Chemtrol
®
ball
valves.
FPM
FPM (Fluoroelastomers or Fluorocarbons) are inherently com-
patible with a broad spectrum of chemicals. Because of this
extensive chemical compatibility, which spans considerable con-
centration and temperature ranges, fluorocarbons have gained
wide acceptance as a material of construction for butterfly valve
“O”-rings and seats. Fluorocarbons can be used in most appli-
cations involving mineral acids (with the exception of HCI), salt
solutions, chlorinated hydrocarbons, and petroleum oils.
EPDM
EPDM is a terpolymer elastomer made from ethylene, propylene
and diene monomer. EPDM has good abrasion and tear resis-
tance and offers excellent chemical resistance to a variety of
acids and alkalines. It is susceptible to attack by hydrocarbons
and is not recommended for applications involving petroleum
oils, strong acids, or strong alkalines.
Fluorel
®
is a registered trademark of 3M Company
Material Selection
Thermoplastic and Elastomers