Plastics TECHNICAL AND INSTALLATION MANUAL ABS DWV ABS Plus® Foam Core PVC DWV RePVC® DWV Pipe with Recycled Content PVC Sewer & Pressure Pipe PVC Schedule 40 & 80 FlowGuard Gold® CTS CPVC ReUze® CTS CPVC Corzan® Schedule 80 CPVC (Updated July 5, 2018) TECHNICAL MANUAL TM-PL © 2001-2018 Charlotte Pipe and Foundry Co.
INTRODUCTION Monroe, North Carolina Plastics Technical Manual Charlotte Pipe® has been relentless in our commitment to quality and service for more than a century. Through the years we have broadened and enhanced our product lines to better serve our customers. As the leading full-line manufacturer of PVC, CPVC, and ABS piping systems for drainage and pressure applications, we welcome the opportunity to be the one-stop source for all your thermoplastic piping systems.
TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL INFORMATION Page Introduction ....................................................................................................................... 2 Understanding Safety-Alert Messages ............................................................................... 5 Major Advantages of ABS, PVC and CPVC Pipe ............................................................... 6 Handling and Storage of ABS, PVC and CPVC Pipe ..........................................................
TABLE OF CONTENTS Plastics Technical Manual INSTALLATION Installation Procedures for ABS, PVC and CPVC Piping Systems ........................... 85-104 Cutting, Joint Preparation and Solvent Cement.............................................................. 85 FlowGuard Gold and ReUze® CTS Installation Procedures........................................ 86-87 1/2”-4” ABS, PVC and CPVC Iron Pipe Size Installation Procedures.......................
GENERAL INFORMATION Understanding Safety Alert Messages It is important to read and understand this manual. It contains information to help protect your safety and prevent problems. This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid personal injury or death. “WARNING” Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in severe injury or death.
GENERAL INFORMATION Major Advantages of ABS, PVC and CPVC Pipe To reduce the risk of death or serious injury from an explosion, collapse or projectile hazard and to reduce the risk of property damage from a system failure: • Always follow the warnings and procedures provided in this manual. • Only use PVC/ABS/CPVC pipe and fitting for the conveyance of fluids as defined within the applicable ASTM standards. • Never use PVC/ABS/CPVC pipe and fittings for the conveyance of gasses.
GENERAL INFORMATION Virtually Maintenance Free Handling Pipe • The pipe should be handled with reasonable care. Because thermoplastic pipe is much lighter in weight than metal pipe, there is sometimes a tendency to throw it around. This should be avoided. Once an ABS, PVC or CPVC system is properly selected, designed, and installed, it is virtually maintenance free. Therefore, years of trouble-free service can be expected when using Charlotte Pipe and Foundry ABS, PVC and CPVC systems.
GENERAL INFORMATION Plastics Technical Manual Physical Properties of Charlotte Pipe® ABS and PVC Materials* PROPERTY UNITS ABS ASTM NO. Specific Gravity g/cc 1.05 D 792 Tensile Strength (73°F) Minimum Psi 4,500 D 638 Modulus of Elasticity in Tension (73°F) Minimum Psi 240,000 D 638 Flexural Strength (73°F) Psi 10,585 D 790 Izod Impact (notched at 73°F) Minimum ft lb/ in. of notch 6.
GENERAL INFORMATION Physical Properties of FlowGuard Gold®, ReUze® & Corzan® CPVC Materials* PROPERTY CPVC 4120 UNITS ASTM No. Specific Gravity 1.55 g/cc D 792 Tensile Strength (73°F) Minimum 7,000 psi D 638 Modulus of Elasticity in Tension (73°F) 360,000 psi D 638 Flexural Strength (73°F) 15,100 psi D 790 Izod Impact Cell Class 23447 (notched at 73°F) Minimum 1.5 ft lb/ in. of notch D 256 Izod Impact Cell Class 24448 (notched at 73°F) Minimum 5.0 ft lb/ in.
GENERAL INFORMATION Plastics Technical Manual SUBMITTAL FOR CHARLOTTE PIPE ® ABS CELLULAR (FOAM CORE) PIPE AND ABS DWV FITTING SYSTEM Date: ________________ Job Name: ______________________________ Engineer: _______________________________ Location: _______________________________ Contractor:______________________________ Scope: This specification covers ABS cellular core (foam core) pipe and ABS DWV fittings used in sanitary drain, waste and vent (DWV), sewer, and storm drainage applications.
GENERAL INFORMATION SUBMITTAL FOR CHARLOTTE PIPE ® ABS PLUS® FOAM CORE DWV PIPE AND ABS DWV FITTING SYSTEM Date: ________________ Job Name: ______________________________ Engineer: _______________________________ Location: _______________________________ Contractor:______________________________ Scope: This specification covers ABS/PVC composite, cellular (foam core) pipe and ABS DWV fittings used in sanitary drain, waste and vent (DWV) and sewer applications.
GENERAL INFORMATION Plastics Technical Manual SUBMITTAL FOR CHARLOTTE PIPE ® PVC SCHEDULE 40 SOLID WALL PIPE AND PVC DWV FITTING SYSTEM Date: ________________ Job Name: ______________________________ Location: _______________________________ Engineer: _______________________________ Contractor:______________________________ Scope: This specification covers PVC Schedule 40 solid wall pipe and PVC DWV fittings used in sanitary drain, waste and vent (DWV), sewer and storm drainage applications.
GENERAL INFORMATION SUBMITTAL FOR CHARLOTTE PIPE ® PVC CELLULAR (FOAM CORE) PIPE AND PVC DWV FITTING SYSTEM Date: ________________ Job Name: ______________________________ Engineer: _______________________________ Location: _______________________________ Contractor:______________________________ Scope: This specification covers PVC cellular (foam core) pipe and PVC DWV fittings used in sanitary drain, waste and vent (DWV), sewer, and storm drainage applications.
GENERAL INFORMATION Plastics Technical Manual SUBMITTAL FOR CHARLOTTE PIPE ® RePVC ® - PVC SCHEDULE 40 PIPE WITH RECYCLED CONTENT AND PVC DWV FITTING SYSTEM Date: ________________ Job Name: ______________________________ Location: _______________________________ Engineer: _______________________________ Contractor:______________________________ Scope: This specification covers PVC Schedule 40 pipe with recycled content and PVC DWV fittings used in sanitary drain, waste, and vent (DWV), sewer and stor
GENERAL INFORMATION SUBMITTAL FOR CHARLOTTE PIPE ® PVC SCHEDULE 40 PRESSURE PIPE AND FITTING SYSTEM Date: ________________ Job Name: ______________________________ Engineer: _______________________________ Location: _______________________________ Contractor:______________________________ Scope: This specification covers PVC Schedule 40 pipe and fittings for pressure applications. This system is intended for pressure applications where the operating temperature will not exceed 140° F.
GENERAL INFORMATION Plastics Technical Manual SUBMITTAL FOR CHARLOTTE PIPE ® PVC SDR PIPE AND FITTING SYSTEM Date: ________________ Job Name: ______________________________ Location: _______________________________ Engineer: _______________________________ Contractor:______________________________ Scope: This specification covers PVC Standard Dimensional Ratio (SDR) pipe and fittings for pressure applications.
GENERAL INFORMATION SUBMITTAL FOR CHARLOTTE PIPE ® PVC SCHEDULE 80 PRESSURE PIPE AND FITTING SYSTEM Date: ________________ Job Name: ______________________________ Engineer: _______________________________ Location: _______________________________ Contractor:______________________________ Scope: This specification covers PVC Schedule 80 pipe and fittings for pressure applications. This system is intended for pressure applications where the operating temperature will not exceed 140° F.
GENERAL INFORMATION Plastics Technical Manual SUBMITTAL FOR CHARLOTTE PIPE® FLOWGUARD GOLD® CPVC COPPER TUBE SIZE (CTS) HOT AND COLD DOMESTIC WATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM Date: ________________ Job Name: ______________________________ Engineer: _______________________________ Location: _______________________________ Contractor:______________________________ Scope: This specification covers Copper Tube Size (CTS) CPVC manufactured to standard dimensional ratio (SDR) 11 for hot and cold domestic water distr
GENERAL INFORMATION SUBMITTAL FOR CHARLOTTE PIPE® REUZE® CPVC COPPER TUBE SIZE (CTS) NON-POTABLE WATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM Date: ________________ Job Name: ______________________________ Location: _______________________________ Engineer: _______________________________ Contractor:______________________________ Scope: This specification covers Copper Tube Size (CTS) CPVC manufactured to standard dimensional ratio (SDR) 11 for non-potable water distribution.
GENERAL INFORMATION Plastics Technical Manual SUBMITTAL FOR CHARLOTTE PIPE ® PVC SDR 35 GRAVITY SEWER PIPE Date: ________________ Job Name: ______________________________ Location: _______________________________ Engineer: _______________________________ Contractor:______________________________ Scope: This specification covers PVC Standard Dimensional Ratio (SDR) 35 PSM pipe for gravity sewer and surface water applications with a pipe stiffness of 46.
GENERAL INFORMATION SUBMITTAL FOR CHARLOTTE PIPE ® PVC D 2729 SEWER AND DRAIN PIPE Date: ________________ Job Name: ______________________________ Engineer: _______________________________ Location: _______________________________ Contractor:______________________________ Scope: This specification covers PVC D 2729 Sewer pipe for drainage applications. This systems is intended for drainage applications where the operating temperature will not exceed 140°F.
GENERAL INFORMATION Plastics Technical Manual Product Certification This is to certify that all Plastic Pipe and Fittings manufactured by Charlotte Pipe and Foundry Company are manufactured in the United States and conform to the following standards: PVC SCH. 40 SOLID WALL PIPE ASTM D 1784, ASTM D 1785, ASTM D 2665 FHA UM 79a FEDERAL SPECIFICATION L-P-320a NSF STANDARD 14 AND 61 PVC SCH. 40 DWV CELLULAR CORE PIPE ASTM D 4396, ASTM F 891 NSF STANDARD NO. 14 RePVC® SCH.
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PRODUCT DATA Plastics Technical Manual ABS Foam Core DWV Pipe >> ABS Schedule 40 DWV Pipe ABS SCHEDULE 40 FOAM CORE (BLACK) PLAIN END FOR NON-PRESSURE APPLICATIONS ASTM F 628 PART NO. NOM. SIZE UPC # AVG. OD (IN.) MIN. WALL (IN.) WT. PER 611942- 100 FT. (LBS.) ABS 3112 11⁄2” x 10’ 03132 1.900 0.145 27.1 ABS 3112 11⁄2” x 20’ 03133 1.900 0.145 27.1 ABS 3200 2” x 10’ 03134 2.375 0.154 37.7 ABS 3200 2” x 20’ 03135 2.375 0.154 37.7 ABS 3300 3” x 10’ 03136 3.
PRODUCT DATA ABS Plus Foam Core DWV Pipe ® ABS Plus is a registered trademark of Charlotte Pipe and Foundry Company. >> ABS Plus® Schedule 40 DWV Pipe (For Non-Pressure Applications) ABS PLUS® SCHEDULE 40 DWV PIPE (BLACK) PART NO. NOM. SIZE UPC # 611942- PLAIN END ASTM F 1488 QTY. PER AVG. OD (IN.) MIN. WALL (IN.) SKID WT. PER 100 FT. (LBS.) APA 17112 11⁄2” x 10’ 12495 2590’ 1.900 0.145 31.4 APA 17112 11⁄2” x 20’ 12494 5180’ 1.900 0.145 31.
PRODUCT DATA Plastics Technical Manual RePVC DWV Pipe ® RePVC is a registered trademark of Charlotte Pipe and Foundry Company. >> PVC Schedule 40 DWV Pipe with Recycled Content PVC SCHEDULE 40 (WHITE) PLAIN END FOR NON-PRESSURE APPLICATIONS ASTM F 1760 PART NO. NOM. SIZE UPC # QTY. PER AVG. OD (IN.) MIN. WALL (IN.) WT. PER 611942SKID 100 FT. (LBS.) PVC 15112 11⁄2” x 20’ 11744 3300’ 1.900 0.145 50.7 PVC 15200 2” x 20’ 11745 2220’ 2.375 0.154 68.
PRODUCT DATA PVC Foam Core DWV Pipe >> PVC Schedule 40 DWV Pipe PVC SCHEDULE 40 FOAM CORE (WHITE) PLAIN END FOR NON-PRESSURE APPLICATIONS ASTM F 891 PART NO. NOM. SIZE UPC # AVG. OD (IN.) MIN. WALL (IN.) WT. PER 611942- 100 FT. (LBS.
PRODUCT DATA Plastics Technical Manual PVC Schedule 40 DWV Pipe >> PVC Schedule 40 DWV Pipe, Type 1, Grade 1 PVC SCHEDULE 40 (WHITE) PLAIN END PVC 1120 ASTM D 2665 PART NO. NOM. SIZE UPC # AVG. OD (IN.) MIN. WALL (IN.) WT. PER 611942- 100 FT. (LBS.) PVC 7100* 11⁄4” x 10’ 03945 1.660 .140 42.4 PVC 7100* 1 ⁄4” x 20’ 03946 1.660 .140 42.4 PVC 7112* 1 ⁄2” x 10’ 03947 1.900 .145 51.8 PVC 7112* 1 1 ⁄2” x 20’ 03948 1.900 .145 51.8 PVC 7200* 2” x 10’ 03949 2.375 .
PRODUCT DATA PVC Pipe: Schedule 40 >> PVC Schedule 40 Pipe, Type 1, Grade 1 - Plain End PVC SCHEDULE 40 (WHITE) PLAIN END PVC 1120 ASTM D 1785 MAX WORK PART NO. NOM. SIZE UPC # AVG. OD (IN.) MIN. WALL (IN.
PRODUCT DATA Plastics Technical Manual >> PVC Schedule 40 Pipe, Type 1, Grade 1 - Bell End* PVC SCHEDULE 40 (WHITE) BELL END PVC 1120 PART NO. NOM. SIZE UPC # AVG. OD (IN.) MIN. WALL (IN.) 611942- * ** § † ‡ ASTM D 1785 MAX WORK PRESSURE BELL DEPTH AT 23° C OR 73° F (IN.) WT. PER 100 FT. (LBS.) PVC 4005B** 1 ⁄2” x 10’ 04986 .840 .109 600 PSI 2.00 15.9 PVC 4005B** 1 ⁄2” x 20’ 03923 .840 .109 600 PSI 2.00 15.9 PVC 4007B** 3 ⁄4” x 10’ 04987 1.050 .
PRODUCT DATA >> PVC Well Casing, Type 1, Grade 1 PVC SCHEDULE 40 (WHITE) BELL END WELL CASING PART NO. NOM. SIZE PVC 1120 UPC # AVG. OD (IN.) MIN. WALL (IN.) 611942- ASTM F 480 BELL DEPTH (IN.) WT. PER 100 FT. (LBS.) PVC 4020B 2”X20’ 03932 2.375 .154 4.00 69.5 PVC 4025B PVC 4030B PVC 9400B PVC 9600B PVC 9800B PVC 7910B PVC 7912B PVC 7914B PVC 7916B 2 ⁄2”X20’ 3”X20’ 4”X20’ 6”X20’ 8”X20’ 10”X20’ 12”X20’ 14”X20’ 16”X20’ 04206 03933 03964 03965 03967 03960 03962 04863 04929 2.875 3.
PRODUCT DATA Plastics Technical Manual FlowGuard Gold Pipe ® >> CPVC Copper Tube Size Pipe STRAIGHT LENGTHS PLAIN END SDR 11 CPVC COPPER TUBE SIZE PIPE ASTM D 2846 TRUCKLOAD MAX WORK PART NO. NOM. SIZE UPC # QTY. PER PERCENT QTY. PER AVG. OD (IN.) MIN. WALL PRESSURE WT. PER 611942BUNDLE PER SKID SKID (IN.) AT 23° C OR 73° F 100 FT. (LBS.) CTS 12005 1 CTS 12005 1 ⁄2” x 10’ 04979 500’ 2.083 12,000’ .625 .068 400 PSI 8.3 CTS 12007 3 ⁄2” x 20’ 04993 1,000’ 5.
PRODUCT DATA ReUze Pipe ® ReUze is a registered trademark of Charlotte Pipe and Foundry Company. >> CPVC Copper-Tube-Size Pipe for Non-Potable Water Distribution STRAIGHT LENGTHS PLAIN END SDR 11 CPVC COPPER TUBE SIZE PIPE ASTM D 2846 TRUCKLOAD MAX WORK PART NO. NOM. SIZE UPC # QTY. PER PERCENT QTY. PER AVG. OD (IN.) MIN. WALL PRESSURE 611942BUNDLE PER SKID SKID (IN.) AT 23° C OR 73° F CTS 12005 RU 1 CTS 12007 RU WT. PER 100 FT. (LBS.) ⁄2” x 20’ 11642 1,000’ 5.000 24,000’ .
PRODUCT DATA Plastics Technical Manual PVC Schedule 80 Pipe >> PVC Schedule 80 Pipe, Type 1, Grade 1 - Plain End PVC SCHEDULE 80 (GRAY) ASTM D 1784 & ASTM D 1785 PLAIN END PVC 1120 PART NO. NOM. SIZE UPC # AVG. OD (IN.) MIN. WALL (IN.) 611942- PVC 10002 1 PVC 10003 3 PVC 10005 1 PVC 10007 MAX WORK PRESSURE WT. PER AT 23° C OR 73° F 100 FT. (LBS.) ⁄4” x 20’ 04920 0.540 .119 1130 PSI 10.0 ⁄8” x 20’ 04917 0.675 .126 920 PSI 13.8 ⁄2” x 20’ 03968 0.840 .
PRODUCT DATA PVC Schedule 80 Pipe >> PVC Schedule 80 Pipe, Type 1, Grade 1 - Belled End PVC SCHEDULE 80 (GRAY) ASTM D 1784 & ASTM D 1785 BELLED-END PVC 1120 MAX WORK PART NO. NOM. SIZE UPC # AVG. OD (IN.) MIN. WALL (IN.) PRESSURE WT. PER 611942- AT 23° C OR 73° F 100 FT. (LBS.) PVC 10005B 1 ⁄2” x 20’ 04924 0.840 .147 850 PSI 20.3 PVC 10007B 3 ⁄4” x 20’ 04925 1.050 .154 690 PSI 27.0 PVC 10010B 1” x 20’ 04926 1.315 .179 630 PSI 40.
PRODUCT DATA Plastics Technical Manual Socket Dimensions For Belled-End Pipe NOM. Pipe size ASTM Standard SOCKET ENTRANCE (A) I.D. Min. I.D. Max. I.D. Min. I.D. Max. SOCKET LENGTH (C) SDR Schedule 40 Schedule 80 ⁄2 3 ⁄4 1 11⁄4 11⁄2 2 2 D 2672 D 2672 D 2672 D 2672 D 2672 D 2672 F 480 .844 1.054 1.320 1.665 1.906 2.381 2.380 0.852 1.062 1.330 1.675 1.918 2.393 2.392 0.832 1.042 1.305 1.650 1.888 2.357 2.357 0.840 1.050 1.315 1.660 1.900 2.369 2.369 2.000 2.250 2.500 2.750 3.000 4.000 — 2.
PRODUCT DATA CPVC Schedule 80 Pipe * >> * CPVC Schedule 80 Pipe, Type IV, Grade 1 CPVC SCHEDULE 80 (LIGHT GRAY) ASTM D 1784 & ASTM F 441 PLAIN END CPVC 4120 PART NO. NOM. SIZE UPC # AVG. OD (IN.) MIN. WALL (IN.) 611942- CPV 11005 1 CPV 11007 MAX WORK PRESSURE WT. PER AT 23° C OR 73° F 100 FT. (LBS.) ⁄2” x 19’ 13088 .840 .147 850 PSI 22.1 3 ⁄4” x 19’ 13089 1.050 .154 690 PSI 30.0 CPV 11010 1” x 19’ 13090 1.315 .179 630 PSI 44.
PRODUCT DATA Plastics Technical Manual PVC Sewer Pipe >> PVC SDR 35 PSM Pipe ASTM D 3034 & ASTM F 477 SDR-35 GASKETED - PS 46 TRUCKLOAD PART NO. NOM. SIZE UPC # QTY. PER PERCENT LAYING WT. PER AVG. OD (IN.) MIN. WALL (IN.) 611942SKID PER SKID LENGTH 100 FT. (LBS.) S/M 6004G 4” x 14’ 11920 840’ 5.556 14’-0” 110.4 4.215 .120 S/M 6004G 4” x 20’ 04012 1200’ 7.144 20’-0” 109.7 4.215 .120 S/M 6006G 6” x 14’ 11921 392’ 5.556 14’-0” 249.6 6.275 .
PRODUCT DATA PVC Sewer and Drain Pipe >> PVC ASTM D 2729 Pipe SOLVENT WELD BELLED END ASTM D 2729 TRUCKLOAD PART NO. NOM. SIZE UPC # QTY. PER PERCENT AVG. OD (IN.) MIN. WALL (IN.) BELL DEPTH WT. PER LIST PRICE 611942SKID PER SKID (IN.) 100 FT. (LBS.) PER 100 FT. PVC 30030 3” x 10’ 10903 810’ 3.125 3.250 0.070 3.00 52.8 $ 110.00 PVC 30040 4” x 10’ 10905 500’ 3.125 4.215 0.075 3.50 70.4 $ 130.
PRODUCT DATA Plastics Technical Manual FlowGuard Gold® and ReUze® CTS CPVC ASTM D 2846 Dimensions and Tolerances FlowGuard Gold CTS CPVC pipe and fittings used in potable water systems and ReUze® CTS CPVC pipe and fittings used in non-potable water systems are manufactured to the dimensions and specifications shown in ASTM D 2846. This product is tan in color, and the pipe has the same outside diameter as copper tubing.
PRODUCT DATA ASTM D 2846 Standard Specifications for PIPE AND FITTINGS for HOT- AND COLD-WATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS Outside Diameters and Wall Thickness For CPVC 41, SDR 11 Plastic Pipe Nominal Outside Diameter, In. (mm) Wall Thickness, In. (mm) Size (in.) Average Tolerance Minimum Tolerance 1 ⁄2 0.625 (15.9) ± 0.003 (± 0.08) 0.068 (1.73) + 0.020 (+ 0.51) 3 ⁄4 0.875 (22.2) ± 0.003 (± 0.08) 0.080 (2.03) + 0.020 (+ 0.51) 1 1.125 (28.6) ± 0.003 (± 0.08) 0.102 (2.59) + 0.020 (+ 0.51) 11⁄4 1.375 (34.9) ± 0.
DESIGN & ENGINEERING DATA Plastics Technical Manual Pressure/Temperature Relationship Maximum Operating Temperatures For Various Piping Systems (de-rate operating pressure at temperatures in excess of 73°F) Piping System ABS PVC CPVC - FlowGuard Gold® CTS CPVC - Corzan® Sch. 80 CPVC - ChemDrain®* Max. Operating Temp. °F 140 140 180 200 220 * See the ChemDrain Technical Manual for more information on this product.
DESIGN & ENGINEERING DATA Temperature De-Rating for ASTM D 2846 CTS CPVC SDR 11 Piping Systems Temperature °F 73 80 90 100 120 140 160 180 De-Rating Factor 1.00 1.00 0.91 0.82 0.65 0.50 0.40 0.25 Pressure Rating, PSI 400 400 360 325 260 200 160 100 Source: PPFA Bulletin No. 2-80 (10/79) Example: Determine the maximum allowable operating pressure for a CTS CPVC piping system with an operating temperature of 140°F. The de-rating factor from the above chart is 0.50.
DESIGN & ENGINEERING DATA Plastics Technical Manual Pressure Rating of Fittings, Flanges, and Unions Pressure Rating PVC Schedule 40 and PVC Schedule 80 One of the more complex questions in the plastic pipe and fittings industry is associated with the pressure rating of fittings used in PVC Schedule 40 and PVC Schedule 80 systems. While these fittings are used in pressure systems, strictly speaking, they are not pressure rated.
DESIGN & ENGINEERING DATA Threaded Joints and Threading of PVC and CPVC Pipe Only Schedule 80 PVC pipe can be threaded. Schedule 40, Schedule 80 CPVC or SDR pipe cannot be threaded; molded threaded adapters must be used on those systems. The pressure rating of molded or cut threads must be derated by an additional 50% beyond the pressure rating for pipe and fittings. See pressure/temperature derating information in this technical manual for systems exposed to operating conditions above 73°F.
DESIGN & ENGINEERING DATA Plastics Technical Manual PVC Schedule 40 Pressure Ratings Size Pipe ⁄2” 3 ⁄4” 1” 11⁄4” 11⁄2” 2” 21⁄2” 3” 4” 5” 6” 8” 10” 12” 14” 16” 1 600 480 450 370 330 280 300 260 220 190 180 160 140 130 130 130 Pressure Rating (psi) @ 73°F Socket Threaded Fittings Fittings Flanges 360 288 270 222 198 168 180 156 132 114 108 96 84 78 78 78 300 240 225 185 165 140 150 130 110 95 90 80 70 65 65 65 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 - Unions Pipe 235 235 235 23
DESIGN & ENGINEERING DATA Fluid Flow Properties Gravity Flow Manning Roughness Factor (“N” Value) Fluid velocity, pipe size and hydraulic slope for gravity drainage can be determined using the Manning “N” value. This coefficient relates to the interior wall smoothness of pipe and is used for liquids with a steady flow, at a constant depth, in a prismatic open channel. The Manning’s equation is shown below: V = 1.486 R S N Where: V = Velocity of flow, ft.
DESIGN & ENGINEERING DATA Plastics Technical Manual Pressure Flow Water Velocities Friction loss through PVC pipe is normally obtained by using the Hazen-Williams equation shown below for water: Water velocities in feet per second may be calculated as follows: f = 0.2083 x 100 1.852 x Q 1.852 ( ) C di 4.8655 V = 0.408709 Q di2 Where: f = friction head loss in feet of water per 100 feet of pipe C = constant for inside pipe roughness (C = 150 for ABS and PVC pipe) Q = flow in U.S.
DESIGN & ENGINEERING DATA Water Hammer Water hammer is a term used to describe the sudden increase in pressure created by quickly stopping, starting, or changing the direction of the flow of fluid in a piping system. Typical actions which cause water hammer are: (1) Quickly closing a valve. (2) Quickly opening a valve. How To Use The Nomograph On The Following Page: 1. Liquid Velocity (feet/second), pipeline length (feet), and valve closing time (seconds) must be known. 2.
DESIGN & ENGINEERING DATA Water Hammer Nomograph 50 Plastics Technical Manual
DESIGN & ENGINEERING DATA Entrapped Air Source There are many potential sources for air in pipelines. Air may be introduced at the point where fluid enters the system or during initial filling of the system. Problem Air in a piping system tends to accumulate at high points in the system. As the flowrate increases, the entrapped air is forced along the pipeline by the moving water. These pockets of air cause flow restrictions reducing the efficiency and performance of the system.
(Friction head and friction loss are per 100 feet of pipe.) NOTICE: Flow velocity should not exceed 5 feet per second. Velocities in excess of 5 feet per second may result in system failure and property damage. FRICTION LOSS AND FLOW VELOCITY FOR SCHEDULE 40 THERMOPLASTIC PIPE 52 Gallons Per Minute 0.02 0.03 0.04 0.04 0.05 0.08 0.10 0.11 0.13 0.16 0.19 0.29 0.41 0.55 0.70 1.06 1.49 1.98 2.54 3.15 3.83 5 in. 0.49 0.57 0.65 0.73 0.81 0.97 1.14 1.22 1.30 1.46 1.62 2.03 2.44 2.84 3.25 4.06 4.87 5.69 6.
(Friction head and friction loss are per 100 feet of pipe.) NOTICE: Flow velocity should not exceed 5 feet per second. Velocities in excess of 5 feet per second may result in system failure and property damage. FRICTION LOSS AND FLOW VELOCITY FOR SCHEDULE 80 THERMOPLASTIC PIPE Velocity Feet Per Second Gallons Per Minute 0.03 0.04 0.05 0.06 0.07 0.09 0.10 0.16 0.22 0.29 0.37 0.57 0.79 1.05 1.35 1.68 2.04 4.33 7.37 0.01 0.02 0.02 0.03 0.03 0.04 0.04 0.07 0.10 0.13 0.16 0.25 0.34 0.46 0.59 0.73 0.89 1.
(Friction head and friction loss are per 100 feet of pipe.) NOTICE: Flow velocity should not exceed 5 feet per second. Velocities in excess of 5 feet per second may result in system failure and property damage. FRICTION LOSS AND FLOW VELOCITY FOR SDR 21 THERMOPLASTIC PIPE 54 Velocity Feet Per Second Velocity Feet Per Second Gallons Per Minute 0.49 0.99 2.47 3.45 4.94 7.40 9.87 ⁄4 in. 0.16 0.07 0.56 0.24 3.06 1.33 5.71 2.48 11.06 4.80 23.44 10.16 39.94 17.31 Velocity Feet Per Second 0.60 1.50 2.
NOTICE: Flow velocity should not exceed 5 feet per second. Velocities in excess of 5 feet per second may result in system failure and property damage. (Friction head and friction loss are per 100 feet of pipe.) FRICTION LOSS AND FLOW VELOCITY FOR SDR 26 THERMOPLASTIC PIPE Friction Head Feet Velocity Feet Per Second Gallons Per Minute Friction Loss Pounds Per Square Inch 0.07 0.38 0.71 1.38 2.93 4.99 7.55 10.58 14.07 Velocity Feet Per Second 0.36 0.89 1.25 1.79 2.68 3.58 4.47 5.36 6.26 7.15 8.04 8.
NOTICE: Flow velocity should not exceed 8 feet per second. Velocities in excess of 8 feet per second may result in system failure and property damage. (Friction head and friction loss are per 100 feet of pipe.) FRICTION LOSS AND FLOW VELOCITY FOR SDR 11 CTS CPVC THERMOPLASTIC PIPE Velocity Feet Per Second Gallons Per Minute Pressure Loss PSI Per 100 Ft. 1.38 5.00 10.59 18.04 27.27 38.23 50.86 65.13 81.00 98.46 Velocity Feet Per Second 0.80 1.60 2.40 3.20 4.00 4.80 5.60 6.40 7.20 7.99 11.99 15.
DESIGN & ENGINEERING DATA Horizontal and Vertical Support Spacing For ABS, PVC and CPVC Pipe Adequate support for any piping system is a matter of great importance. In practice, support spacings are a function of pipe size, operating temperatures, the location of heavy valves or fittings, and the mechanical properties of the pipe material.
DESIGN & ENGINEERING DATA Plastics Technical Manual General Guidelines for Horizontal Support Spacing (in feet) Nom. PVC PIPE Pipe SDR 21 PR200 & SDR 26 PR160 Schedule 40 Size Operating Temp. °F Operating Temp. °F (in.
DESIGN & ENGINEERING DATA Expansion and Contraction of PVC Schedule 40, PVC Schedule 80, PVC PR 200 and PVC PR 160 ABS, PVC and CPVC pipe, like other piping materials, undergo length changes as a result of temperature variations above and below the installation temperature. They expand and contract 4.5 to 5 times more than steel or iron pipe.
DESIGN & ENGINEERING DATA Offset Loop (Figure 2) (Figure 1) L L 2L/5 L /4 L/4 6” MIN L/5 Plastics Technical Manual 6” MIN L/2 Change of Direction (Figure 3) Long Run of Pipe L Hanger or Guide Restraint Thermal Expansion in DWV and Storm Drainage Stacks Plastic piping expands and contracts at a much greater rate than comparable metallic systems.
DESIGN & ENGINEERING DATA Expansion and Contraction of CTS CPVC Basic expansion loop requirements for FlowGuard Gold® and ReUze® CTS CPVC are described below. One or more expansion loops, properly sized, may be required in a single straight run. The following charts can be used to determine expansion loop and offset lengths. Expansion Loop Length (L), inches for 100°F Temperature Change Length of Run in Feet Nominal Dia., In.
DESIGN & ENGINEERING DATA Plastics Technical Manual Permissible Bending Deflections for FlowGuard Gold® Pipe FlowGuard Gold® pipe is inherently ductile allowing it to be deflected around or away from obstructions during installation. This allows for greater freedom of design and ease of installation. The minimum bend radius for 1/2” and 3/4” diameter coiled pipe is 18”. The minimum bend radius for 1” diameter coiled pipe is 24”. NOTICE: DO NOT install fittings under stress.
DESIGN & ENGINEERING DATA Flame Spread Index (FSI) and Smoke Developed Index (SDI) Rating for ABS, PVC, and CPVC The ASTM E 84/UL 723 test protocol is specified by the Uniform and International Mechanical Codes to evaluate a material’s suitability for inclusion within unducted return air plenum spaces. Charlotte Pipe manufactures all of our CPVC CTS pipe and fittings from FlowGuard Gold® CPVC pipe and fittings compounds which are purchased directly from Lubrizol.
DESIGN & ENGINEERING DATA Plastics Technical Manual Chemical Resistance The following table gives the chemical resistance of ABS, PVC and PVC, ABS and CPVC piping systems have very different CPVC thermoplastic piping materials and three commonly used seal chemical resistance. Review manufacturer's literature for materials.
DESIGN & ENGINEERING DATA Chemical Resistance The following table gives the chemical resistance of ABS, PVC and CPVC thermoplastic piping materials and three commonly used seal materials. The information shown is based upon laboratory tests conducted by the manufacturers of the materials, and it is intended to provide a general guideline on the resistance of these materials to various chemicals.
DESIGN & ENGINEERING DATA Plastics Technical Manual Chemical Resistance The following table gives the chemical resistance of ABS, PVC and PVC, ABS and CPVC piping systems have very different CPVC thermoplastic piping materials and three commonly used seal chemical resistance. Review manufacturer's literature for materials.
DESIGN & ENGINEERING DATA Chemical Resistance The following table gives the chemical resistance of ABS, PVC and CPVC thermoplastic piping materials and three commonly used seal materials. The information shown is based upon laboratory tests conducted by the manufacturers of the materials, and it is intended to provide a general guideline on the resistance of these materials to various chemicals.
DESIGN & ENGINEERING DATA Plastics Technical Manual Chemical Resistance The following table gives the chemical resistance of ABS, PVC and PVC, ABS and CPVC piping systems have very different CPVC thermoplastic piping materials and three commonly used seal chemical resistance. Review manufacturer's literature for materials.
DESIGN & ENGINEERING DATA Chemical Resistance The following table gives the chemical resistance of ABS, PVC and CPVC thermoplastic piping materials and three commonly used seal materials. The information shown is based upon laboratory tests conducted by the manufacturers of the materials, and it is intended to provide a general guideline on the resistance of these materials to various chemicals.
DESIGN & ENGINEERING DATA Plastics Technical Manual Chemical Resistance The following table gives the chemical resistance of ABS, PVC and PVC, ABS and CPVC piping systems have very different CPVC thermoplastic piping materials and three commonly used seal chemical resistance. Review manufacturer's literature for materials.
DESIGN & ENGINEERING DATA Chemical Resistance The following table gives the chemical resistance of ABS, PVC and CPVC thermoplastic piping materials and three commonly used seal materials. The information shown is based upon laboratory tests conducted by the manufacturers of the materials, and it is intended to provide a general guideline on the resistance of these materials to various chemicals.
DESIGN & ENGINEERING DATA Plastics Technical Manual Chemical Resistance The following table gives the chemical resistance of ABS, PVC and PVC, ABS and CPVC piping systems have very different CPVC thermoplastic piping materials and three commonly used seal chemical resistance. Review manufacturer's literature for materials.
DESIGN & ENGINEERING DATA Chemical Resistance The following table gives the chemical resistance of ABS, PVC and CPVC thermoplastic piping materials and three commonly used seal materials. The information shown is based upon laboratory tests conducted by the manufacturers of the materials, and it is intended to provide a general guideline on the resistance of these materials to various chemicals.
DESIGN & ENGINEERING DATA Plastics Technical Manual Chemical Resistance The following table gives the chemical resistance of ABS, PVC and PVC, ABS and CPVC piping systems have very different CPVC thermoplastic piping materials and three commonly used seal chemical resistance. Review manufacturer's literature for materials.
DESIGN & ENGINEERING DATA Chemical Resistance The following table gives the chemical resistance of ABS, PVC and CPVC thermoplastic piping materials and three commonly used seal materials. The information shown is based upon laboratory tests conducted by the manufacturers of the materials, and it is intended to provide a general guideline on the resistance of these materials to various chemicals.
DESIGN & ENGINEERING DATA Plastics Technical Manual Chemical Resistance The following table gives the chemical resistance of ABS, PVC and PVC, ABS and CPVC piping systems have very different CPVC thermoplastic piping materials and three commonly used seal chemical resistance. Review manufacturer's literature for materials.
DESIGN & ENGINEERING DATA Chemical Resistance The following table gives the chemical resistance of ABS, PVC and CPVC thermoplastic piping materials and three commonly used seal materials. The information shown is based upon laboratory tests conducted by the manufacturers of the materials, and it is intended to provide a general guideline on the resistance of these materials to various chemicals.
DESIGN & ENGINEERING DATA Plastics Technical Manual Chemical Resistance The following table gives the chemical resistance of ABS, PVC and PVC, ABS and CPVC piping systems have very different CPVC thermoplastic piping materials and three commonly used seal chemical resistance. Review manufacturer's literature for materials.
DESIGN & ENGINEERING DATA Chemical Resistance The following table gives the chemical resistance of ABS, PVC and CPVC thermoplastic piping materials and three commonly used seal materials. The information shown is based upon laboratory tests conducted by the manufacturers of the materials, and it is intended to provide a general guideline on the resistance of these materials to various chemicals.
DESIGN & ENGINEERING DATA Plastics Technical Manual Chemical Resistance The following table gives the chemical resistance of ABS, PVC and PVC, ABS and CPVC piping systems have very different CPVC thermoplastic piping materials and three commonly used seal chemical resistance. Review manufacturer's literature for materials.
DESIGN & ENGINEERING DATA Chemical Resistance The following table gives the chemical resistance of ABS, PVC and CPVC thermoplastic piping materials and three commonly used seal materials. The information shown is based upon laboratory tests conducted by the manufacturers of the materials, and it is intended to provide a general guideline on the resistance of these materials to various chemicals.
DESIGN & ENGINEERING DATA Plastics Technical Manual Chemical Resistance The following table gives the chemical resistance of ABS, PVC and PVC, ABS and CPVC piping systems have very different CPVC thermoplastic piping materials and three commonly used seal chemical resistance. Review manufacturer's literature for materials.
DESIGN & ENGINEERING DATA Chemical Resistance The following table gives the chemical resistance of ABS, PVC and CPVC thermoplastic piping materials and three commonly used seal materials. The information shown is based upon laboratory tests conducted by the manufacturers of the materials, and it is intended to provide a general guideline on the resistance of these materials to various chemicals.
DESIGN & ENGINEERING DATA Plastics Technical Manual Chemical Resistance The following table gives the chemical resistance of ABS, PVC and PVC, ABS and CPVC piping systems have very different CPVC thermoplastic piping materials and three commonly used seal chemical resistance. Review manufacturer's literature for materials.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES Installation Procedures for ABS, PVC and CPVC Piping Systems The following information contains installation and testing procedures. These instructions, however, do not encompass all of the requirements for the design or installation of a piping system. • • • Systems should be installed in a good and workmanlike manner consistent with normal industry standards and in conformance with all applicable plumbing, fire and building code requirements.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES FlowGuard Gold® and ReUze® CTS Installation Procedures 1. Cut Pipe Cut pipe square with the axis. All joints are sealed at the base of the fitting hub. An angled cut may result in joint failure. • Acceptable tools include ratchet type pipe cutter, miter saw or wheel type pipe cutter. Wheel type pipe cutters must employ a blade designed to cut plastic pipe. Ratchet cutters should be sharpened regularly.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES • Do not allow cement to puddle or accumulate inside the system. • Solvent cement should conform to ASTM F 493 as shown in the accompanying table. All purpose cement is not recommended. • Primer is not required for FlowGuard Gold® one-step cement, but may be used. Check local code requirements. 7. Join Pipe and Fittings 7 • Assemble pipe and fittings quickly while cement is fluid. If cement has hardened, cut pipe, dispose of fitting and start over.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES ABS, PVC and CPVC Iron Pipe Size Installation Procedures 3. Clean and Dry Pipe and Fittings 1/2” – 4” Iron Pipe Size ABS, PVC and CPVC Pipe and Fitting Systems • 1. Cut Pipe • Cut pipe square with the axis. All joints are sealed at the base of the fitting hub. An angled cut may result in joint failure. 1 • Acceptable tools include ratchet type pipe cutter, miter saw, reciprocating saw, mechanical cut off saw with carbide tipped blade or wheel type pipe cutter.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES • Apply primer to the pipe surface to a point ½” beyond the hub depth. Aggressively work the primer into the surface. • Without re-dipping the applicator in the cement, apply a medium layer of cement to the fitting socket aggressively working it into the surface. On bell end pipe do not coat beyond the socket depth. • Apply a second coat of primer to the fitting socket aggressively working it into the surface.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES • • 90 Remove excess cement from the exterior. A properly made joint will show a continuous bead of cement around the perimeter. If voids appear sufficient cement may not have been applied and joint failure may result. Align all piping system components properly without strain. Do not bend or pull pipe into position after being solvent welded. Plastics Technical Manual Primers and cements are extremely flammable and may be explosive.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES ABS, PVC and CPVC Iron Pipe Size Installation Procedures 6” and Larger Iron Pipe Size ABS, PVC and CPVC Pipe and Fitting Systems 3. Clean and Dry Pipe and Fittings • Joining larger diameter piping systems, particularly for pressure applications, requires a higher degree of skill. Proper installation technique is critical. Close attention to the steps below will help professional mechanics to complete successful installations. 1. Cut Pipe • • • Cut pipe square with the axis.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES 7. Crew Size • Working rapidly, especially in adverse weather conditions, will improve installations. For 6” to 8” diameters a crew size of 2 to 3 mechanics is required. For 10” pipe diameters and larger a crew of 3 to 4 mechanics may be required. 8. Coat Surface with Primer • Apply primer to the fitting socket aggressively working it into the surface. • Apply primer to the pipe surface to a point ½” beyond the hub depth. Aggressively work the primer into the surface.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES • • Apply a medium layer of cement to the fitting socket aggressively working it into the surface. On bell end pipe do not coat beyond the socket depth. Failure to follow proper installation practices, procedures, or techniques may result in personal injury, system failure or property damage. • Use a solvent cement / primer applicator that is 1/2 the size of the pipe's diameter. Too large an applicator will result in excess cement inside the fitting.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES • • 94 Remove excess cement from the exterior. A properly made joint will show a continuous bead of cement around the perimeter. If voids appear sufficient, cement may not have been applied and joint failure may result. Align all piping system components properly without strain. Do not bend or pull pipe into position after being solvent welded. Plastics Technical Manual Primers and cements are extremely flammable and may be explosive.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES Solvent Cements Pipe and Fitting System Diameter (in.) Solvent Cement Standard Cement Color (common usage, Description check local code) Regular or ABS DWV 11⁄2 - 6 ASTM D 2235 Black Medium-Bodied Regular or ABS Plus® Foam Core Pipe 11⁄2 - 4 ASTM D 2235 Black Medium-Bodied FlowGuard Gold® and 1 ReUze® CTS CPVC ⁄2 - 2 ASTM F 493 Yellow Regular-Bodied IPS 714 or Oatey CPVC 1 CPVC Sch.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES Plastics Technical Manual Joint Curing The joint should not be disturbed until it has initially set. The chart below shows the recommended initial set and cure times for ABS, PVC and CPVC in iron pipe size diameters as well as for FlowGuard Gold® and ReUze® CTS CPVC.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES Flanges For systems where dismantling is required, flanging is a convenient joining method. It is also an easy way to join plastic and metallic systems. Installation 1. J o i n t h e f l a n g e t o the pipe using the procedures shown in the solvent cementing or threading sections. Due to the tensile stresses placed on the solvent cement joint for flange connections, double the recommended curing time before joint assembly and pressure testing. 2.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES Plastics Technical Manual Unions A union fitting permits easy disconnection of a piping system for replacement or repair in the line. Union fittings consist of three separate parts that when installed properly join two sections of pipe together. Installing the union threaded piece and union piece socket end should be done in accordance with the solvent cementing instructions provided in this manual.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES Procedure for Cutting Threads in Schedule 80 Pipe 1. Cutting The pipe must be cut square using a power saw, a miter box, or a plastic pipe cutter. Burrs should be removed using a knife or deburring tool. 2. Threading Threads can be cut using either hand held or power threading equipment. The cutting dies should be clean, sharp, and in good condition. Special dies for cutting plastic pipe are available and are recommended.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES Plastics Technical Manual Installation of ABS, PVC and CPVC Threaded Connections Diameters 1-1/4 inch or Larger Diameters 1 inch or Smaller 2. Charlotte Pipe recommends paste type non-hardening thread sealant for threaded connections 1-1/4 inch or larger. All thread sealants must conform to the requirements of IAPMO PS 36 and NSF Standard 61.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES The following chart shows the correct amount of tape and torque required to make a properly functioning assembly. Installation of Brass and CPVC Threaded Fittings Torque Setting Pipe Size Brass Threaded Fittings CPVC Threaded Fittings ⁄2” 14 ft.lbs. 3 to 5 ft.lbs. 1 3 ⁄4” 18 ft.lbs. 4 to 6 ft.lbs. 1 1” 24 ft.lbs. 5 to 7 ft.lbs 1 1 ⁄4” 30 to 60 ft.lbs. 5 to 7 ft.lbs 1” width 1 ⁄2” 23 to 34 ft.lbs. 6 to 8 ft.lbs 1” width 2” 36 to 50 ft.lbs. 8 to 10 ft.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES Important Information on Threaded Connections Millions of PVC, ABS and CPVC threaded fittings have been produced over the years. When properly installed these fittings provide excellent service in both pressure and drainage applications. Some of the most common installation errors include over-tightening and the inappropriate use of female adapters. Tapered Threads American National Standard B2.1 is the dominant standard used for threaded fittings in piping applications.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES systems within the walls of a building, so this application is not code compliant and therefore excluded under the Charlotte Pipe and Foundry limited warranty. Second, these parts are produced to conform to ASTM D 2466 for pressure piping applications, and are not designed to be part of a test apparatus for repeated and temporary installation and testing of domestic water systems. If not installed correctly and properly tightened, system or property damage could result.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES Plastics Technical Manual Taper Thread Dimensions *Per ANSI/ASME B1.20.1 and ASTM F 1498 PIPE * EXTERNAL THREAD Nominal Outside Number Normal Size In Diameter In of Threads Engagement By Inches Inches Per Inch Hand In Inches (A) ⁄4 ⁄8 1 ⁄2 3 ⁄4 1 11⁄4 11⁄2 2 21⁄2 3 4 6 8 1 3 .540 .675 .840 1.050 1.315 1.660 1.900 2.375 2.875 3.500 4.500 6.625 8.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES Joining Roll-Grooved Pipe Roll-grooved PVC pipe is designed for use with conventional gasketed mechanical couplings. It offers a method of joining which is quick and convenient, and it can be used in applications where frequent assembly and disassembly are desirable. Repair Coupling Installation Not for Pressure Applications 1. Cut out the segment of pipe to be replaced. 1 Installation 1.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES Plastics Technical Manual 4. Place the repair coupling on the pipe with the larger pipe ID (inside diameter) end facing the gap between the pipe ends. (The larger pipe ID of the coupling has raised quarter mark lines on the outside diameter of the coupling.) Underground Installation of Plastic Pipe ASTM D2321 Standard practice for Underground Installation of Thermoplastic Pipe for Sewers and other Gravity-Flow Applications 5.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES 3. The pipe should be surrounded with an aggregate material which can be easily worked around the sides of the pipe. Backfilling should be performed in layers of 6 inches with each layer being sufficiently compacted to 85% to 95% compaction. 4. A mechanical tamper is recommended for compacting sand and gravel. These materials contain fine-grains such as silt and clay. If a tamper is not available, compacting should be done by hand. 5. The trench should be completely filled.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES or a file. Mark cut end with an insertion line similar to uncut pipe. PUSH 2 x 4 BLOCK BAR& BLOCK ASSEMBLY *Data and language courtesy of Hultec Unstable Soil Burial of pipe under slab in soils that are unstable is often accomplished by suspending the piping systems from structural slabs. The use of plastic pipe in such installations must be in accordance with ASTM F 2536. Cellular core pipe is specifically not permitted for these applications.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES or capped with test plugs or test caps. The Smoke Test When testing Foam Core pipe, always use external caps to eliminate the possibility of leakage through the foam core layer of the pipe. Fill the system to be tested with water at the highest point. As water fills a vertical pipe it creates hydrostatic pressure. The pressure increases as the height of the water in the vertical pipe increases. Charlotte Pipe recommends testing at 10 feet of hydrostatic pressure (4.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES Plastics Technical Manual 7. Have a person other than the one that poured the mixture into the system inspect the system for any odor of peppermint. 5. All trapped air must be slowly released. All valves and air relief mechanisms should be opened so that the air can be vented while the system is being filled. 8. Inspect all system points, connections, and fixtures. There should be no odor of peppermint within the building. 6.
ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS The installation tips, warnings and technical information in this Additional Considerations section are intended to help improve material selection and installation techniques. The information found in this section enhances but does not replace the information found in other sections of this Technical Manual. • Solutions greater than 50% propylene glycol are incompatible with PVC and may cause damage to PVC piping systems.
ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS NOTICE: CPVC Schedule 80 domestic water systems must be installed using IPS P-70 or Oatey Industrial Grade primers and IPS 714 or Oatey CPVC Heavy Duty Orange solvent cements. FlowGuard Gold, the industry-leading hot and cold water system, is typically installed in 1⁄2 -2 inch applications. Disinfection FlowGuard Gold and ReUze® CPVC have been tested and found to be unaffected by chlorine in concentrations up to 3,000 parts per million in water.
ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS Low Temperature and Cold Weather Conditions Low Temperature Recommendation Like most materials, PVC and CPVC become more brittle at low temperatures, particularly at temperatures below freezing (32°F). Charlotte Pipe and Foundry recommends taking proper precautions when installing systems at low temperatures including providing proper insulation. If a system is designed to operate at temperatures below freezing (32ºF), Charlotte Pipe recommends the following: 1.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Closed-Loop Systems A closed-loop plumbing system is one in which water from the premises side of the water meter is unable to backflow into the main. This circumstance is becoming more and more prevalent as the result of the growing use of devices such as backflow preventers and pressure-reducing valves. Allowance must be made for “thermal expansion of the water.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION • Allow for movement due to thermal expansion and contraction. • Do not use solvent cement near sources of heat, open flame, or when smoking. • Use pipe straps that fully encircle the tube. • • Drill holes 1⁄4 inch larger than the outside diameter of the pipe or tube when penetrating wood studs. Do not hydrostatically test until recommended cure times are met. • • Use protective pipe isolators that allow movement when penetrating steel studs.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Use of FlowGuard Gold® CTS CPVC all-plastic threaded male adapters in hot water applications may result in system failure and property damage. • Use plastic threaded CTS CPVC male adapters in cold water applications only. • Use CTS CPVC x brass threaded transition fittings for hot water applications. • Do not use compression fittings with brass ferrules to connect to CTS CPVC pipe or fittings where water temperatures will exceed 140 degrees F.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION HVAC Condensate Drain Lines Prior to installing PVC or CPVC piping in hydronic applications, it is important to flush the interior of the heat exchangers and the exterior of the evaporator coils thoroughly with a mild ionic detergent solution to remove incompatible oils. Failing to do so could result in system failure and property damage. Verify that all boiler cleaning and sealing chemicals used in hydronic radiant heating systems are compatible with PVC or CPVC.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION R-Values and Thermal Conductivity Thermal Conductivity R-Value is a measure of the thermal resistance of a material. Thermal resistance is an index of a material’s resistance to the flow of heat. K-Value is a measure of a material’s thermal conductivity measured in BTU’s and is the reciprocal of the R-Value. The thermal resistances for PVC and CPVC remain constant as C-Values. They are as follows: PVC Thermal Conductivity C = 1.2 BTU in/Hr Sq Ft °F CPVC Thermal Conductivity C = .
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Water Hammer Arrestors Quick closing valves, actuated valves, starting or stopping pumps or rapid increases or decreases in system flow rate can result in pressure surge or “water hammer” capable of damaging PVC or CPVC piping systems. Systems should be designed by the engineer of record and in conformance to local code requirements to manage the effects of pressure surge.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION brass transition or other metallic components to support the weight of the metal system. • • Use check valves, heat traps or back flow preventers to prevent cross-connections between hot and cold water lines. Flush the interior of heat exchangers or the exterior of condenser coils thoroughly with mild ionic detergent solution to remove incompatible oils prior to piping installation. • Rinse with clean water to purge the system as a final flushing.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Using Plastics in Multi-Story Construction Incorporating plastic piping systems into multi-story construction raises special design considerations. Charlotte Pipe plastic pipe and fittings are warranted to conform to ASTM or other applicable product-based standard, not for any particular system design. Products and materials selected for use in multi-story construction (four floors and up) must conform to all applicable building, plumbing and fire codes.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Plastics Technical Manual PVC Schedule 80 Pipe for DWV Applications Occasionally a designer will specify Schedule 80 PVC pressure pipe meeting ASTM D 1785 for a DWV application in combination with Schedule 40 PVC DWV (Drainage) fittings meeting ASTM D 2665. Typically the application is underground and the designer is interested in specifying a pipe that is more robust than standard Schedule 40 PVC. product that is more robust than cellular or foam-core pipe.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Material Selection, Special System Design and Engineering Considerations Selection of Materials For Sanitary and Storm Drainage Engineers and designers today have a number of materials from which to choose as they design sanitary and storm drainage systems for residential and commercial projects. Due to its exceptional strength and combination of being non-combustible and extremely quiet, cast iron soil pipe is a very popular choice for commercial construction.
LIMITED WARRANTY Plastics Technical Manual Charlotte Pipe and Foundry Company® (Charlotte Pipe®) Products are warranted to be free from manufacturing defects and to conform to currently applicable ASTM standards for a period of five (5) years from date of delivery. Buyer’s remedy for breach of this warranty is limited to replacement of, or credit for, the defective product.
FLOWGUARD GOLD® CPVC CTS LIMITED WARRANTY Charlotte Pipe and Foundry Company (Charlotte Pipe®) warrants to the original owner of the structure in which its FlowGuard Gold CTS CPVC Pipe and Fittings (the “Products”) have been installed, that the Products will be free from manufacturing defects and conform to currently applicable ASTM standards under normal use and service for a period of ten (10) years.
HELPFUL REFERENCES Plastics Technical Manual Reference Standards Plastics ASTM TITLE ASTM D 635 Standard Test Method for Rate of Burning and/or Extent and Time of Burning of Plastics in a Horizontal Position SCOPE: This fire-test-response test method covers a small-scale laboratory screening procedure for comparing the relative linear rate of burning or extent and time of burning, or both, of plastics in the horizontal position.
HELPFUL REFERENCES Reference Standards Plastics ASTM TITLE ASTM D 2729 Specifications for Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Sewer Pipe and Fittings “Sewer and Drain” SCOPE: This specification covers requirements for (PVC) sewer pipe and fittings. The pipe and fittings in this specification are designed for sewer and drainage applications outside the building.
HELPFUL REFERENCES Plastics Technical Manual Reference Standards Plastics ASTM TITLE ASTM F 477 Specifications for Elastomeric Seals (Gaskets) for Joining Plastic Pipe SCOPE: This specification covers elastomeric seals (gaskets) used to seal the joint of plastic pipe used for gravity application.
HELPFUL REFERENCES Reference Standards Plastics ASTM TITLE ASTM F 1866 Specification for Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Plastic Schedule 40 Drainage and DWV Fabricated Fittings SCOPE: This specification covers requirements and test methods for fabricated poly (vinyl chloride) (PVC) plastic Schedule 40 drainage and DWV fittings to be used with piping manufactured in accordance with specification D 2665, D 1785 or F 891.
HELPFUL REFERENCES Plastics Technical Manual Temperature Conversion Degrees Fahrenheit Degrees Centigrade Degrees Fahrenheit Degrees Centigrade -10 -5 0 5 10 15 20 25 32 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75 80 85 -23.3 -20.6 -17.8 -15.0 -12.2 -9.4 -6.7 -3.9 0 1.7 4.4 7.2 10.0 12.8 15.6 18.3 21.1 23.9 26.7 29.4 90 95 100 110 120 130 140 150 160 170 180 190 200 212 220 230 240 250 260 32.2 35.0 37.8 43.3 48.9 54.4 60.0 65.6 71.1 76.7 82.2 87.8 93.3 100.0 104.4 110.0 115.6 121.1 126.
HELPFUL REFERENCES The Conversion of Fractions to Decimals Fraction Decimal Fraction Decimal ⁄64 1 ⁄32 3 ⁄64 1 ⁄16 5 ⁄64 3 ⁄32 7 ⁄64 1 ⁄8 9 ⁄64 5 ⁄32 11 ⁄64 3 ⁄16 13 ⁄64 7 ⁄32 15 ⁄64 1 ⁄4 17 ⁄64 9 ⁄32 19 ⁄64 5 ⁄16 21 ⁄64 11 ⁄32 23 ⁄64 3 ⁄8 25 ⁄64 13 ⁄32 27 ⁄64 7 ⁄16 29 ⁄64 15 ⁄32 31 ⁄64 1 ⁄2 0.015625 0.031250 0.046875 0.062500 0.078125 0.937500 0.109375 0.125000 0.140625 0.156250 0.171900 0.187500 0.203100 0.218800 0.234375 0.250000 0.265625 0.281250 0.296875 0.312500 0.328125 0.343750 0.359375 0.
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