National Standard Plumbing Code

Chapter 3
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3.1 MATERIALS
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3.1.1 Minimum Standards
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The standards cited in this chapter shall control all materials, systems, and equipment used in the construc-
tion, installation, alteration, repair, or replacement of plumbing or drainage systems or parts thereof.
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EXCEPTIONS:
(1) The Authority Having Jurisdiction shall allow the extension, addition to or relocation of existing water,
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soil, waste, drainage and vent pipes with materials of like grade or quality as permitted in Section 3.12.2.
(2) Materials not covered by the standards cited in this chapter may be used with the approval of the Au-
thority Having Jurisdiction as permitted in Section 3.12.2.
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3.1.2 General Requirements
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a. Materials, fixtures, or equipment used in the installation, repair or alteration of any plumbing system
shall conform at least to the standards listed in this chapter, except as otherwise approved by the Authority
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Having Jurisdiction under the authority contained in Section 3.12.
b. Materials installed in plumbing systems shall be handled and installed as to avoid damage so that the
quality of the material will not be impaired.
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c. No defective or damaged materials, equipment or apparatus shall be installed or maintained. (See Sec-
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tions 2.14 and 2.15)

d. All materials used shall be installed in strict accordance with the standards under which the materials are
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accepted and approved, including the appendices of the standards, and in strict accordance with the manufac-
turers instructions. Where the provisions of material standards or manufacturer's instructions conflict with
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the requirements of this Code, this Code shall prevail.

e. Marking of cast iron soil pipe and fittings: Each length of cast iron soil pipe and fittings used in the
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plumbing system shall be marked by the manufacturers name or registered trademark to enable the end user
to readily identify the manufacturer. The marking shall be done during the time of manufacture. Field mark-
ing shall not be permitted.
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f. Certification of cast iron soil pipe and fittings: Where cast iron soil pipe and fittings are being installed,
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the Authority Having Jurisdiction shall be furnished, when requested, certification by the manufacturer of
compliance to the product standards. Resellers of cast iron soil pipe and fittings manufactured by others and
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using third party certifications or inspections to support proof of compliance to the product standard shall, in
addition to the manufacturers certification, provide, when requested, copies of the third party reports to the
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Authority Having Jurisdiction.

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3.1.3 Standards Applicable to Plumbing Materials

A material shall be considered approved if it is listed or certified by a recognized certification body as
complying with one or more of the standards cited in Table 3.1.3, and in the case of plastic pipe, fittings and
solvent cement also NSF 14. Materials not listed in Table 3.1.3 shall be used only as provided for in Section
3.12.2 or as permitted elsewhere in this Code.
Note: Abbreviations in Table 3.1.3 refer to the following organizations:
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Copyright 2009 Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors--National Association
AHAM Association of Home Appliance FM FM Global
Manufacturers 1301 Atwood Avenue - PO Box 7500
1111 19th Street, NW - Suite 402 Johnston, RI 02919 USA
Washington, DC 20036 USA tel: 1-401-275-3000
tel: 1-202-872-5955 fax: 1-401-275-3029
fax: 1-202-872-9354
IAPMO International Association of
ANSI American National Standards Institute Plumbing and Mechanical Officials
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25 West 43rd Street - 4th Floor 5001 E. Philadelphia Street
New York, NY 10036 USA
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Ontario, CA 91761 USA
tel: 1-212-642-4900 tel: 1-909-472-4100
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fax:1-212-398-0023 fax: 1-909-472-4150
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ASME ASME International ISEA International Safety Equipment
Three Park Avenue Association
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New York, NY 10016-5990 USA 1901 N. Moore Street
tel: 1-800-843-2763 Arlington, VA 22209-1762 USA
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fax: 1-212-591-7674 tel: 1-703-525-1695
fax: 1-703-528-2148
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ASSE ASSE International
901 Canterbury Road - Suite A MSS Manufacturers Standardization Society
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Westlake, OH 44145 USA 127 Park Street NE
tel: 1-440-835-3040 Vienna, VA 22180 USA
fax: 1-440-835-3488
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tel: 1-703-281-6613
fax: 1-703-281-6671
ASTM ASTM International
100 Barr Harbor Drive - PO Box C700 NFPA National Fire Protection Association
West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959 USA
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1 Batterymarch Park
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tel: 1-610-832-9585
Quincy, MA 02169-7471 USA
fax: 1-610-832-9555
tel: 1-617-770-3000
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fax: 1-617-770-0700
AWWA American Water Works Association
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6666 W. Quincy Avenue

NSF NSF International
Denver, CO 80235 USA
789 N. Dixboro Road
tel: 1-800-926-7337
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Ann Arbor, MI 48113-0140 USA

fax: 1-303-347-0804
tel: 1-800-673-6275
fax: 1-734-769-0109
CISPI Cast Iron Soil Pipe Institute
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5959 Shallowford Road - Suite 419

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Chattanooga, TN 37421 USA PDI Plumbing & Drainage Institute

800 Turnpike Street - Suite 300
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tel: 1-423-892-0137
fax: 1-423-892-0817 North Andover, MA 01845 USA
tel: 1-800-589-8956
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CSA Canadian Standards Association fax: 1-978-557-0721

5060 Spectrum Way
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Mississauga, ON L4W 5N6 CANADA UL Underwriters Laboratories Inc.

tel: 1-800-463-6727 333 Pfingsten Road
fax: 1-416-747-2473 Northbrook, IL 60062-2096 USA
tel: 1-847-272-8800
fax: 1-847-272-8129
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3.1.4 Identification of Materials
Materials shall be identified as provided in the standard to which they conform.
3.2 SPECIAL MATERIALS

3.2.1 Miscellaneous Materials
Sheet and tubular copper and brass for the following uses shall be not less than:
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a. General use - 12 oz. per square foot
b. Flashing for vent pipes - 8 oz. per square foot
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c. Fixture traps and trap arms - 17 gauge or ASME A118.2/CSA B125.2
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d. Fixture tailpieces - 20 gauge or ASME A118.2/CSA B125.2
e. Tailpieces with dishwasher connections - 20 gauge or ASME A118.2/CSA B125.2
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f. Continuous wastes - 20 gauge or ASME A118.2/CSA B125.2
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3.2.2 Lead
See Table 3.1.3. Sheet lead shall be not less than the following:
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a. Shower pansnot less than 4 pounds per square foot (psf) and be coated with an asphalt paint or
equivalent.
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b. Flashings of vent terminalsnot less than 3 pounds per square foot (psf).
c. Lead bends and lead traps shall not be less than 1/8" wall thickness.
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a. Trap and tailpiece fittings minimum 0.062" wall thickness.
b. Piping see specific application Sections 3.4 to 3.11.
c. Shower pansapproved plastic sheeting material.
3.3 FITTINGS, FIXTURES, APPLIANCES & APPURTENANCES

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3.3.1 Drainage Fittings

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See Sections 2.3 and 2.4 for fittings and connections in drainage systems.
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3.3.2 Cleanout Plugs and Caps

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a. Cleanout plugs shall be of brass, plastic, stainless steel, or other approved materials and shall have
raised or countersunk square heads, except that where raised heads will cause a tripping hazard, countersunk
heads shall be used.
b. Cleanout caps shall be of brass, plastic, reinforced neoprene, cast-iron, or other approved material and
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3.3.3 Fixtures
a. Plumbing fixtures shall be constructed from approved materials having smooth, non-absorbent surfaces
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and be free from defects, and except as permitted elsewhere in this Code, shall conform to the standards
cited in Table 3.1.3.
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b. Materials for special use fixtures not otherwise covered in this Code shall be constructed of materials
especially suited to the use for which the fixture is intended.

3.3.4 Floor Flanges and Mounting Bolts
a. Floor flanges for water closets or similar fixtures shall be not less than 1/8" thick for brass, 1/4" thick and
not less than 1-1/2" caulking depth for cast-iron or galvanized malleable iron. Approved copper and plastic
flanges may be used.
b. If of hard lead, they shall weigh not less than 1 lb. 9 oz. and be composed of lead alloy with not less than
7.75 percent antimony by weight. Flanges shall be soldered to lead bends or shall be caulked, soldered, or
threaded into other metal.
c. Closet screws and bolts shall be corrosion-resisting.
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d. Connections between drainage piping and floor outlet water closets shall be made by means of an ap-
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proved flange that is attached to the drainage piping in accordance with the provisions of this chapter. The
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floor flange shall be set on and securely anchored to the finished floor.
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3.3.5 Flush Pipes and Fittings
Flush pipes and fittings shall be of nonferrous material. When of brass or copper tube, the material shall be at
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least 0.0313" in thickness (No. 20 U.S. gauge).
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3.3.6 Plumbing Supply Fittings
Plumbing supply fittings covered under the scope of NSF 61 shall comply with the requirements of NSF 61.
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3.3.7 Interceptors, Separators, Grease Recovery Devices
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Interceptors, separators, and grease recovery devices shall meet the requirements of Chapter 6.
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3.3.8 Pressure Tanks and Vessels
a. Hot water storage tanks shall meet construction requirements of ASME, CSA, or UL as appropriate.
(See Table 3.1.3)
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b. Storage tanks less in volume than those requirements specified by ASME shall be of durable materials
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and constructed to withstand 125 p.s.i. with a safety factor of 2.

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3.3.9 Roof Drains

Roof drains shall be of cast iron, copper, lead, plastic, or other approved corrosion-resisting materials.
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3.3.10 Safety Devices for Pressure Tanks

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Safety devices shall meet the requirements of the American National Standards Institute, American Society
of Mechanical Engineers, or the Underwriters Laboratories. Listing by Underwriters Laboratories, Canadian
Standards Association, or National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors shall constitute evidence
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of conformance with these standards. Where a device is not listed by any of these organizations, it shall have
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certification by an approved laboratory as having met these requirements. (See Section 10.16.)
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3.3.11 Septic Tanks

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a. Plans for all septic tanks shall be submitted to the Authority Having Jurisdiction for approval. Such
plans shall show all dimensions, reinforcing, structural calculations and such other pertinent data as may be
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b. Septic tanks shall be constructed of sound durable materials, not subject to excessive corrosion or decay
and shall be watertight. (See Sections 16.6.5 and 16.6.6.)
3.3.12 Carriers and Supports

Carriers and supports for plumbing fixtures shall comply with ASME A112.6.1, ASME A112.6.2 or ASME
A112.19.12.

3.4 POTABLE WATER PIPING
3.4.1 Plastic Piping
Plastic piping materials used for the conveyance of potable water shall comply with NSF 14 and be marked
accordingly.
3.4.2 Water Service Piping
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Water service pipe and pipe fittings to the point of entrance into the building through a foundation wall or
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floor shall be of materials listed in Table 3.4 and shall be water pressure rated not less than 160 psi at 73 deg
F. See Table 3.4.2. Water service pipe and pipe fittings shall comply with NSF 61.
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3.4.3 Water Distribution Piping
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Water piping for the distribution of hot or cold water within buildings shall be of material listed in Table 3.4,
and shall be water pressure rated for not less than 100 psi at 180 deg F and 160 psi at 73 deg F. Plastic pip-
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ing used for hot water distribution shall be installed in accordance with the requirements of Section 10.15.8.
Water distribution pipe and pipe fittings shall comply with NSF 61.
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NOTE: The working pressure rating of certain approved plastic piping materials varies depending on the pipe
size, material composition, wall thickness, and methods of joining. See Table 3.4.3.
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3.4.4 Fittings
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Fittings for water supply piping shall be compatible with the pipe material used.
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3.4.5 Material Ratings and Installation
a. Piping used for domestic water shall be suitable for the maximum temperature, pressure, and velocity
that may be encountered, including temporary increases and surges.
b. Relief valve temperature and pressure relief settings shall not exceed the pipe, tubing or fitting manufac-
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turers recommendations.
c. Pipe and fittings shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturers installation instructions and the
applicable material standards, recognizing any limitations in use.
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3.4.6 Limit on Lead Content

a. Materials used in the potable water supply system, including faucets and valves, shall not contain more
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than 8 percent lead.

b. Drinking water system components shall comply with the lead leachate requirements as specified for
covered products of NSF International 61.
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3.4.7 Shutoff Valves

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All gate valves, ball valves, butterfly valves, globe valves, and other shutoff valves in water service piping
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and water distribution piping shall comply with the requirements of NSF 61
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3.5 SANITARY DRAINAGE PIPING

3.5.1 Aboveground Piping - Soil, Waste and Indirect Waste
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Aboveground soil and waste piping within buildings shall be of materials listed in Table 3.5.
3.5.2 Underground Building Sanitary Drains

Underground building drains and other underground sanitary drain and waste piping within buildings shall be
of materials listed in Table 3.5.

3.5.3 Building Sanitary Sewer
Sanitary sewer piping outside of buildings shall be of materials listed in Table 3.5. Joints shall be watertight
and root proof.

a. Pipe and fittings classified by standard dimension ratio that are underground outside of buildings shall
be SDR 35 or heavier (lower SDR number). Pipe and fittings within buildings shall be SDR 26 or heavier
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(lower SDR number).
b. Pipe and fittings classified by pipe stiffness that are underground outside of the buildings shall be PS-46
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or heavier (higher PS number). Pipe and fittings within buildings shall be PS-100 minimum.
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3.5.5 Vitrified Clay Pipe
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Vitrified clay pipe shall be joined using compression joints or couplings. Vitrified clay pipe installed under-
ground within buildings shall be extra strength and shall have 12" minimum earth cover.
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3.5.6 Fittings
Fittings in drainage systems shall be compatible with the pipe used and shall have no ledges, shoulders, or
reductions that can retard or obstruct flow. Threaded fittings shall be the recessed drainage type.
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3.6 VENT PIPING
3.6.1 Aboveground Piping
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Aboveground vent piping in buildings serving sanitary, waste, or storm drainage systems shall be of materi-
als listed in Table 3.6.
3.6.2 Underground Piping

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Vent piping installed underground shall be of materials listed in Table 3.6.

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a. Pipe and fittings classified by standard dimension ratio that are underground outside of buildings shall be
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SDR 35 or heavier (lower SDR number). Pipe and fittings within buildings shall be SDR 26 or heavier (lower
SDR number).
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b. Pipe and fittings classified by pipe stiffness that are underground outside of buildings shall be PS-46 or
heavier (higher PS number). Pipe and fittings within buildings shall be PS-100 minimum.
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3.6.4 Fittings
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Fittings in vent piping shall be compatible with the pipe material used. Where threaded pipe is used, fittings
shall be either the drainage or pressure type, galvanized or black.
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3.7 STORM DRAINAGE PIPING

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3.7.2 Interior Conductors

Stormwater drain piping installed aboveground in buildings shall be of materials listed in Table 3.7.

3.7.3 Underground Building Storm Drains
Underground building storm drains and other underground stormwater piping within buildings shall be of
materials listed in Table 3.7.
3.7.4 Building Storm Sewer

Building storm sewer piping outside of buildings shall be of materials listed in Table 3.7.
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a. Pipe and fittings classified by standard dimension ratio that are underground outside of buildings shall be
SDR 35 or heavier (lower SDR number). Pipe and fittings within buildings shall be SDR 26 or heavier (lower
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SDR number), except that SDR 35 fittings shall be permitted.
b. Pipe and fittings classified by pipe stiffness that are underground outside of buildings shall be PS-46 or
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heavier (higher PS number). Pipe and fittings within buildings shall be PS-100 minimum.
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3.7.6 Vitrified Clay Pipe
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Vitrified clay pipe shall be joined using compression joints or couplings. Vitrified clay pipe installed under-
ground within buildings shall be extra strength and shall have 12" minimum earth cover.
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3.7.7 Fittings
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Fittings in drainage systems shall be compatible with the pipe used and shall have no ledges, shoulders, or
reductions that can retard or obstruct flow. Threaded fittings shall be the recessed drainage type.
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3.8 FOUNDATION DRAINS AND SUBSOIL DRAINAGE
Piping for foundation drains and other subsoil drainage shall be of materials listed in Table 3.8.
3.9 AIR CONDITIONING CONDENSATE DRAIN PIPING

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Indirect waste piping from air conditioning unit drains to the point of disposal shall be of a material approved for
either potable water, sanitary drainage or storm drainage.
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3.10 CONDENSATE DRAINS FROM COMBUSTION PROCESSES

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Piping used to convey condensate from combustion processes (such as from flues and chimneys) shall conform to
the equipment manufacturers instructions.
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3.11 CHEMICAL WASTE PIPING SYSTEMS

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3.11.1 Where Required

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Drainage and vent piping systems for other than sanitary drainage shall be separate from building sanitary
drainage and vent piping and shall be compatible with the wastes being handled.
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3.11.2 Drainage Piping

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Drainage piping materials, including the type of joints and methods of support, shall be listed by the manu-
facturer as suitable for the wastes being handled.
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3.11.3 Vent Piping

Vent piping for chemical wastes shall be the same as the drainage piping and shall be run separately to the
outdoor air, independent from any vent piping for sanitary drainage.

3.11.4 Separate Systems
Where separate chemical waste drainage systems are required to handle different chemical wastes, the drain-
age and vent piping for each system shall also be separated.
3.12 ALTERNATE MATERIALS AND METHODS

3.12.1 Existing Buildings
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a. Plumbing work performed in existing buildings shall conform to the requirements of this Code, unless the
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Authority Having Jurisdiction finds that such conformance would result in an undue hardship.
b. The Authority Having Jurisdiction may grant a variation to the extent necessary to relieve the undue
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nature of the hardship.
c. A record, open to the public, shall be kept of each variation granted under this section.
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3.12.2 Approval
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a. The Authority Having Jurisdiction may approve the use of any material or method not expressly
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conforming to the requirements of this Code provided all of the following conditions are met:
1. The material or method is not expressly prohibited by this Code.
2. The material or method is determined to be of such design or quality as to appear suitable for the pro-
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posed use.
3. A record of such approval is kept and shall be available to the public.
3.12.3 Tests
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When there is insufficient evidence to verify claims for alternate materials, the Authority Having Jurisdic-
tion may require tests of compliance as proof of suitability. Such tests shall be made by an approved testing
agency at the expense of the applicant.
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3.12.4 Test Procedure

Tests shall be made in accordance with applicaple standards; but in the absence of such standards, the Au-
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3.12.5 Repeated Tests

The Authority Having Jurisdiction may require tests to be repeated if, at any time, there is reason to believe
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that an alternate material no longer conforms to the requirements on which its approval was based.
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Table 3.1.3
STANDARDS FOR APPROVED PLUMBING MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT
I. FERROUS PIPE AND FITTINGS
1 Hub & Spigot Cast Iron Soil Pipe and Fittings: ASTM A74- 2006.
2 Hubless Cast Iron Soil Pipe and Fittings: CISPI 301-2005,
ASTM A888-2007a.
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3 Ductile Iron Pressure Pipe: ASTM A377-2003,
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AWWA C151/A21.51-2002.
4 Ductile Iron and Gray Iron Fittings (3 and larger): AWWA C110/A21.10-2003.
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5 Cement Mortar Lining for Ductile-Iron Pipe and Fittings: AWWA C104/A21.4-2003.
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6 Steel Pipe, Galvanized, Welded and Seamless: ASTM A53-2007.
7 Cast Iron Threaded Drainage Fittings: ASME B16.12-1998 (2006).
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8 Gray Iron Threaded Fittings, Classes 125 and 250: ASME B16.4- 2006.
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9 Malleable Iron Threaded Fittings, Class 150 and 300: ASME B16.3- 2006.
10 Ferrous Pipe Plugs, Bushings, and Locknuts with Pipe Threads: ASME B16.14-1991.
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11 Stainless Steel DWV Pipe and Fittings, Types 304 and 316L (3): ASME A112.3.1-2007.
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12 Ferrous Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings (1/2 to 24): ASME B16.5-2003.
13 Ductile Iron Compact Fittings for Water Service: AWWA C153/A21.53-2006.
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II. NON-FERROUS METALLIC PIPE AND FITTINGS
1 Brass Pipe, Red, Seamless, Standard Sizes: ASTM B43-1998 (2004).
2 Cast Bronze Threaded Fittings, Classes 125 & 250: ASME B16.15-2006.
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Class 150, 300, 400, 600, 900, 1500, 2500:

4 Cast Copper Alloy Solder Joint Drainage Fittings - DWV: ASME B16.23-2002 (2006).
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5 Cast Copper Alloy Solder Joint Pressure Fittings: ASME B16.18-2001 (2005).
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6 Copper Drainage Tube (DWV): ASTM B306-2002.

7 Copper Pipe, Seamless, Standard Sizes : ASTM B42-2002.e1.
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8 Copper Pipe, Threadless: ASTM B302-2007.

9 Copper Water Tube, Seamless (K, L, M): ASTM B88-2003.
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11 Wrought Copper and Copper Alloy Solder Joint Drainage Fittings, DWV: ASME B16.29-2007.
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12 Wrought Copper and Copper Alloy Solder Joint Pressure Fittings: ASME B16.22-2001 (2005).
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15 Cast Copper Alloy Fittings for Flared Copper Tubes: ASME B16.26-2006.
16 Wrought Copper and Copper Alloy Braze - Joint Pressure Fittings: ASME B16.50-2001 (2008).
17 Push-Fit Fittings for Copper Water Tube: ASSE 1061-2006.

PART III. NON-METALLIC PIPE AND FITTINGS
1 Reserved
2 Acrylonitrile-Butadiene-Styrene (ABS) Pressure Pipe ASTM D1527-1999e1 (2005).
Schedules 40 and 80 (1/8 to 12):
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4 Acrylonitrile-Butadiene-Styrene (ABS) Schedule 40 ASTM D2661-2008.
Plastic Drain, Waste, and Vent Pipe and Fittings (1-1/4 to 6):
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5 Acrylonitrile-Butadiene-Styrene (ABS) Schedule 40 Plastic ASTM F628-2008.
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Drain, Waste, and Vent Pipe with a Cellular Core (1-1/4 to 6):
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6 Acrylonitrile-Butadiene-Styrene (ABS) Sewer Pipe and Fittings ASTM D2751-2005.
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7 Acrylonitrile-Butadiene-Styrene (ABS) and Poly (Vinyl Chloride) ASTM D2680-2001.
(PVC) Composite Sewer Pipe (6 to 15):
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8 Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Pressure Pipe for Water (4 to 12): AWWA C900-2007.
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9 Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Plastic Pipe ASTM D1785-2006.
Schedule 40, 80, and 120 (1/8 to 24):
10 Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Plastic Pipe Fittings, ASTM D2466-2006.
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Schedule 40, socket-type (1/8 to 8):
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Schedule 80, threaded (1/8 to 8):
13 Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Pressure-Rated Pipe ASTM D2241-2005.
SDR Series (1/8 to 36):
14 Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Plastic Drain, Waste, and Vent ASTM D2665-2008.
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Pipe and Fittings (1-1/4 to 12):

15 Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Plastic Schedule 40 Drainage and ASTM F1866-2007.
DWV Fabricated Fittings:
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16 3.25 Outside Diameter Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Plastic ASTM D2949-2001ae1.
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Drain, Waste, and Vent Pipe and Fittings:

17 Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Sewer Pipe and Fittings (2 to 6): ASTM D2729-2003.
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18 Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Gasketed Sewer Fittings (4 to 27): ASTM F1336-2007.
19 Coextruded Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Plastic Pipe with a ASTM F891-2007.
Cellular Core; Non-Pressure Uses, IPS Sched 40 (1-1/4 to 12):
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20 Coextruded Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Plastic Pipe with a Cellular ASTM F891-2007.
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Core; Non-Pressure Uses, PS and Sewer/Drain Series (2 to 18):

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22 Type PSM Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Sewer Pipe and Fittings ASTM D3034-2006.
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(4 to 15):
23 Chlorinated Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (CPVC) Plastic Hot and Cold ASTM D2846 - 2006.
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Water Distribution Systems (3/8 to 2):

24 Chlorinated Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (CPVC) Plastic Pipe ASTM F442-1999 (2005).
SDR-PR (1/4 to 12):
25 Chlorinated Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (CPVC) Plastic Pipe ASTM F441-2002.
Schedules 40 and 80 (1/4 to 12):

PART III. NON-METALLIC PIPE AND FITTINGS (continued)
26 Chlorinated Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (CPVC) Plastic Pipe Fittings ASTM F439-2006.
Schedule 80, threaded (1/4 to 6):
28 Polyethylene (PE) Pressure Pipe and Tubing for Water Service AWWA C901-2002.
(1/2 to 3):
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29 Polyethylene (PE) Plastic Pipe (SDR-PR) Based on Controlled ASTM D3035-2008.
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Outside Diameter (1/2 to 6):
30 Polyethylene (PE) Plastic Pipe (SIDR-PR) Based on Controlled ASTM D2239-2003.
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Inside Diameter (1/2 to 6):
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31 Polyethylene of Raised Temperature (PE-RT) SDR 9 Tubing ASTM F2623-2008
32 Polyethylene (PE) Plastic Pipe, Schedules 40 and 80 ASTM D2447-2003.
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Based on Outside Diameter (1/2 to 12):
33 Polyethylene (PE) Plastic Tubing (1/2 to 2): ASTM D2737-2003.
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34 Butt Heat Fusion Polyethylene (PE) Plastic Pipe Fittings ASTM D3261-2003.
for Polyethylene Plastic Pipe and Tubing (1/2 to 48):
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35 Plastic Insert Fittings for Polyethylene (PE) Plastic Pipe ASTM D2609-2002.
(1/2 to 4):
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36 Corrugated Polyethylene (PE) Tubing and Fittings (3 to 6): ASTM F405-2005.
37 Smooth Wall Polyethylene (PE) Pipe for use in Drainage and ASTM F810-2007.
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Waste Disposal Absorption Fields (3 to 6):
38 Styrene-Rubber (SR) Plastic Drain Pipe and Fittings (2 to 6): ASTM D2852-1995 (2008).
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40 Fiberglass Pressure Pipe (1 and larger): AWWA C950-2007.

ASTM D3517-2006.
41 Fiberglass (GFR) Sewer and Industrial Pressure Pipe ASTM D3754-2006.
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42 Fiberglass (GFR) Sewer Pipe (8 and larger): ASTM D3262-2006.

43 Fiberglass (GFR) Non-Pressure Pipe Fittings (8 and larger): ASTM D3840-2001 (2005).
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44 Reserved
45 Vitrified Clay Pipe, Extra Strength, Standard Strength and ASTM C700-2007a.
Perforated (3 and larger):
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46 Concrete Drain Tile (4 and larger): ASTM C412-2005a.

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47 Concrete Sewer, Storm Drain, and Culvert Pipe ASTM C14-2007.

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non-reinforced (4 and larger):

48 Reinforced Concrete Culvert, Storm Drain, and Sewer Pipe ASTM C76-2008a.
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(12 and larger):

49 Perforated Concrete Pipe (4 and larger) ASTM C444-2003.
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50 Crosslinked Polyethylene (PEX) Plastic Hot and Cold Water ASTM F877-2007.
Distribution Systems:
51 Crosslinked Polyethylene (PEX) Plastic Tubing (3/8 to 6): ASTM F876-2007.

52 Metal Insert Fittings Utilizing a Copper Crimp Ring for SDR 9 ASTM F1807-2008.
Crosslinked Polyethylene (PEX) Tubing:
53 Cold Expansion Fittings with PEX Reinforcing Rings for use with ASTM F1960-2007a.
Crosslinked Polyethylene (PEX) Tubing:
54 Crosslinked Polyethylene-Aluminum-Crosslinked Polyethylene ASTM F1281-2007.
(PEX-AL-PEX) Composite Pressure Pipe (3/8 to 1):
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55 Polyethylene-Aluminum-Polyethylene (PE-AL-PE) ASTM F1282-2006.
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Composite Pressure Pipe (3/8 to 1):
56 Metal Insert Fittings for PEX-AL-PEX and PE-AL-PE ASTM F1974-2004.
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Composite Pressure Pipe:
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57 Polyethylene-Aluminum-Polyethylene (PE-AL-PE) CSA B137.9-2005.
Composite Pipe Systems (1/4 to 1):
58 Crosslinked Polyethylene-Aluminum-Crosslinked Polyethylene CSA B137.10-2005.
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(PEX-AL-PEX) Composite Pressure Pipe Systems (1/4 to 1):
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59 Polyethylene (PE) Plastic Pipe (SDR-PR) based on ASTM F714-2008
Outside Diameter (3 to 48): See Tables 3.4, 3.5 & 3.7 for
minimum SDR values for
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trenchless sewer replacement.
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60 Reserved
61 Stainless Steel Clamps for securing SDR 9 Crosslinked ASTM F2098-2008.
Polyethylene (PEX) Tubing to Metal Insert Fittings:
No
62 Crosslinked Polyethylene-Aluminum-Crosslinked Polyethylene ASTM F2262-2005.
(PEX-AL-PEX) Tubing, OD Controlled, SDR 9, (1/2 to 1):
63 Pressure-rated Composite Pipe and Fittings for Elevated ASTM F1335-2004.
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Temperature Service, Classes 1 and 2 (16 mm to 50 mm):

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64 Cold Expansion Fittings with Metal Compression Sleeves ASTM F2080-2008.

for Crosslinked Polyethylene (PEX) Pipe:
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65 Push-Fit Fittings for SDR 9 Crosslinked Polyethylene (PEX) ASSE 1061-2006.

and Chlorinated Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (CPVC):
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66 Pressure-rated Polypropylene (PP) Piping Systems: ASTM F2389-2007.

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67 Crosslinked Polyethylene (PEX) Pressure Pipe AWWA C904-2006.

for Water Service (1/2 to 3):
Schedule 40, Socket-type (1/4 to 6):
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69 Butt Heat Fusion Polyethylene (PE) Plastic Fittings for PE Pipe and Tubing ASTM D3261-2003.
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(1/2" to 48"):
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70 Socket-type Polyethylene (PE) Fittings for O.D. Controlled ASTM D2683-2004.

PE Pipe and Tubing (1/4 to 4):
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71 Electro-fusion Polyethylene (PE) Fittings for O.D. Controlled ASTM F1055-1998 (2006).
PE Pipe and Tubing:
72 Mechanical Cold Expansion Insert Fittings with Compression ASTM F1865-2002a.
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Sleeve for PEX Tubing:

73 Metal Mechanical Cold Flare Compression Fittings with ASTM F1961-2002a.
Disc Spring for PEX Tubing:

74 Metal Insert Fittings utilizing a Copper Crimp Ring for SDR 9 ASTM F2434-2005.
PEX Tubing and SDR 9 PEX-AL-PEX Tubing:
75 Pressure-rated Polypropylene (PP) Piping Systems (1/2 to 6): ASTM F2389-2007.
76 Flexible Pre-insulated Piping: ASTM F2165-2002.
77 Polyethylene-Aluminum-Polyethylene (PE-AL-PE) AWWA C903-2002.
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Composite Pressure Pipe for Water Service (1/2 to 2):
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78 Crosslinked Polyethylene-Aluminum-Crosslinked Polyethylene AWWA C903-2002.
(PEX-AL-PEX) Composite Pressure Pipe for Water Service
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(1/2 to 2):
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IV. PIPE JOINTS, JOINING MATERIALS, COUPLINGS, GASKETS
1 Pipe Threads, General Purpose: ASME B1.20.1-1983 (2006).
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2 Liquid and Paste Fluxes for Soldering of Copper and Copper ASTM B813-2000e1.
Alloy Tube:
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3 Solder Metal: ASTM B32-2008.
4 Brazing Filler Metal: AWS A5.8-2004.
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5 Refined Lead: ASTM B29-2003.
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6 Grooved and Shouldered Joints (Split Couplings): AWWA C606-2006.
7 Flexible Transition Couplings for Underground Piping Systems: ASTM C1173-2006
No
8 Rubber Sheet Gaskets: ASTM D1330-2004.
9 Rubber Gasket Joints for Ductile Iron and Gray Iron AWWA C111/A21.11-2007.
Pressure Pipe and Fittings:
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10 Rubber Gaskets for Cast Iron Soil Pipe and Fittings: ASTM C564-2003a.
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11 Couplings for Hubless Cast Iron Soil Pipe and Fittings: CISPI 310-2004,
ASTM C1277-2006,
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ASTM C1540-2004,
FM 1680-1989.
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12 Compression Joints for Vitrified Clay Pipe and Fittings: ASTM C425-2004.
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13 Rubber Gasket Joints in Circular Concrete Sewer and Culvert Pipe: ASTM C443-2005a.
14 Elastomeric Seals (gaskets) for Push-On Joints in Plastic Pipe: ASTM F477-2007.
15 Flexible Elastomeric Seals for Plastic Pressure Pipe: ASTM D3139-1998 (2005).
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16 Flexible Elastomeric Seals for Plastic Drain and Sewer Pipe: ASTM D3212-2007.
17 Joints for IPS PVC Pipe using Solvent Cements: ASTM D2672-1996a (2003).
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18 Primers for Solvent Cement Joints in PVC Plastic Pipe and Fittings: ASTM F656-2002.
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19 Solvent Cement for Acrylonitrile-Butadiene-Styrene (ABS) ASTM D2235-2004.

Plastic Pipe and Fittings:
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20 Solvent Cements for Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Plastic Piping Systems: ASTM D2564-2004e1.
21 Solvent Cements for Transition Joints between Acrylonitrile- ASTM D3138-2004.
Butadiene-Styrene (ABS) and Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (PVC)
Non-Pressure Piping Components:

IV. PIPE JOINTS, JOINING MATERIALS, COUPLINGS, GASKETS (continued)
22 Solvent Cements for Chlorinated Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (CPVC) ASTM F493-2004.
Plastic Pipe and Fittings:
23 Solvent Cements for Styrene-Rubber (SR) Plastic Pipe and Fittings: ASTM D3122-1995 (2002).
24 Mechanical Couplings for Drain, Waste, and Vent Pipe and Sewer Pipe: CSA B602-2005 (2007).
25 Plastic Fittings for connecting Water Closets to the Sanitary ASME A112.4.3-1999 (2004).
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Drainage System:
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26 Mechanical Couplings using Thermoplastic Elastomeric (TPE) ASTM C1461-2007.
Gaskets for joining Drain, Waste, and Vent (DWV), Sewer,
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Sanitary and Storm Plumbing Systems for Above and Below
Ground Use:
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27 Non-Reinforced Extruded Tee Connections for Piping Applications: ASTM F2014-2000 (2006).
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28 Heavy Duty Shielded Couplings joining Hubless Cast Iron Pipe and Fittings: ASTM C1540-2004.
29 Dielectric Pipe Unions: ASSE 1079-2005.
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30 Performance Requirements for Removable and Non-Removable ASSE 1061-2006.
Push-Fit Fittings:
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31 Grooved and Shouldered Joints (for IPS metallic pipe sizes): AWWA C606-2006.
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V. PLUMBING FIXTURES
1 Bath Units, Plastic: ANSI Z124.1.2-2005,
No
CSA B45.5-2002 (2008).
2 Ceramic Plumbing Fixtures, Non-Vitreous: ASME A112.19.9M-1991
(2008),
CSA B45.1-2002 (2008).
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3 Drains for Prefabricated and Precast Showers ASME A112.18.2-2005,

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CSA B125.2-2005.
4 Drinking Fountains and Water Coolers, Self Contained, ARI 1010-2002,
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Mechanically Refrigerated: UL 399 Edition 6-1993

(2006).
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5 Enameled Cast Iron Plumbing Fixtures: ASME A112.19.1M-1994

(2004),
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CSA B45.2-2002 (2008).

6 Enameled Steel Plumbing Fixtures: ASME A112.19.4M-1994
(2004),
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CSA B45.3-2002 (2008).

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7 Floor and Trench Drains: ASME A112.6.3-2001 (2007).

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8 Lavatories, Plastic: ANSI Z124.3-2005,

CSA B45.5-2002 (2008).
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9 Roof, Deck, and Balcony Drains: ASME A112.6.4-2003 (2008).

10 Plastic Bathtub and Shower Units: ANSI Z124.1.2-2005,
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CSA B45.5-2002 (2008).

11 Stainless Steel Plumbing Fixtures (residential design): ASME A112.19.3-2001
(2004),
CSA B45.4-2002 (2008).

V. PLUMBING FIXTURES (continued)
12 Vitreous China Plumbing Fixtures: ASME A112.19.2-2003
(2008),
CSA B45.1-2002 (2008).
13 Water Closet Bowls and Tanks, Plastic: ANSI Z124.4-2006,
ASME A112.19.2-2003
(2008),
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CSA B45.5-2002 (2008).
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14 Whirlpool Bathtub Appliances: ASME A112.19.7-2006.
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15 Reserved
16 Urinals, Plastic ANSI Z124.9-2004,
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CSA B45.5-2002 (2008).
16a Vitreous China Non-Water Urinals: CSA B45.5-2002 (2008).
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17 Fabricated Stainless Steel Security Water Closets: IAPMO PS 61-2006a,
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CSA B45.4-2002 (2008).
18 Hydraulic Requirements for Water Closets and Urinals: ASME A112.19.2-2003
(2008).
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19 Wall Mounted and Pedestal Mounted Adjustable and Pivoting ASME A112.19.12-2006.
Lavatory and Sink Carrier Systems:
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20 Plastic Sinks: ANSI Z124.6-2007,
CSA B45.5-2002 (2008).
No
21 Prefabricated Spa Shells: ANSI Z124.7-1997.
22 Plastic Bathtub Liners: ANSI Z124.8-1990.
23 Bathtubs and Whirlpool Bathtubs with Pressure Sealed Doors: ASME A112.19.15-2005.
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24 Emergency Eyewash and Shower Equipment: ANSI Z358.1-2004.

25 Six Liter Water Closets equipped with Dual Flushing Device: ASME A112.19.14-2006.
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26 Electro-Hydraulic Water Closets: ASME A112.19.13-2001

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(2007).
27 Enameled and Epoxy Coated Cast Iron and PVC Plastic ASME A112.6.7-2001 (2007).
Sanitary Floor Sinks:
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VI. PLUMBING FIXTURE TRIM

1 Anti-siphon Fill Valves (Ballcocks) for Gravity Water Closet ASSE 1002-2008,
Flush Tanks: CSA B125.3-2005.
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2 Individual Thermostatic, Pressure Balancing, and Combination ASSE 1016-2005,

Pressure Balancing and Thermostatic Control Valves for ASME A112.18.1-2005,
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Individual Fixture Fittings: CSA B125.1-2005.

3 Reserved
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4 Plumbing Supply Fittings: ASME A112.18.1-2005,

CSA B125.1-2005.
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5 Flushometers (pressurized flushing devices): ASSE 1037-1990,

CSA B125.3-2005.
6 Laboratory Faucet Vacuum Breakers: ASSE 1035-2008.

VI. PLUMBING FIXTURE TRIM (continued)
7 Showers, Hand Held: ASME A112.18.1-2005,
CSA B125.1-2005.
8 Reserved
9 Trim for Water Closet Bowls, Tanks, and Urinals ASME A112.19.5-2005,
(dimensional standards): CSA B125.3-2005.
10 Flexible Water Connectors: ASME A112.18.6-2003
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(2008),
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CSA B125.3-2005.
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11 Water Closet Seats, Plastic: ANSI Z124.5-2006.
12 Whirlpool Suction Fittings: ASME A112.19.8-2007.
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13 Performance Requirements for Backflow Protection Devices ASME A112.18.3-2002
and Systems in Plumbing Fixture Fittings: (2008).
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14 Temperature Actuated Flow Reduction (TAFR) Valves for ASSE 1062-2006.
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Individual Fixture Fittings:
15 Individual Pressure Balancing In-Line Valves for Individual ASSE 1066-1997.
Fixture Fittings:
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16 Deck Mounted Bath/Shower Transfer Valves with Integral ASME A112.18.7-1999
Backflow Protection: (2004).
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17 Plumbing Fixture Waste Fittings (size 2 NPS and smaller): ASME A112.18.2-2005,
CSA B125.2-2005.
No
18 Thermoplastic Accessible and Replaceable Plastic Tube and ASTM F409-2002.
Tubular Fittings for Waste Connections (1-1/4, 1-1/2):
19 Dual Flush Devices for Water Closets: ASME A112.19.10-2003
(2008).
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20 Reserved
21 Wall Mounted and Pedestal Mounted Adjustable and ASME A112.19.12-2006.
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Pivoting Lavatory and Sink Carrier Systems:

22 Water Closet Personal Hygiene Devices: ASME A112.4.2-2003 (2008).
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23 Safety Vacuum Release Systems (SVRS) for Spa and Hot Tub ASME A112.19.17-2002.
Suction Systems:
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VII. PLUMBING APPLIANCES

1 Clothes Washers: AHAM HLW-1-2007,
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ASSE 1007-1986.
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2 Dishwashing Machines, Commercial: UL 921 Edition 6-2006.

3 Dishwashers, Household: UL 749 Edition 8-2008,
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AHAM DW-1-2005,
ASSE 1006-1986.
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4 Food Waste Grinder Units, Commercial: ASSE 1009-1990.

5 Food Waste Disposal Units, Household: UL 430 Edition 6-2004
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(2007),
AHAM FWD-1-2005,
ASSE 1008-2006.
6 Hot Water Dispensers: ASSE 1023-1979.

VII. PLUMBING APPLIANCES (continued)
7 Gas Water Heaters - Volume I, Storage Water Heaters with Input Ratings of ANSI Z21.10.1-2004 (2007),
75,000 BTUH or less. CSA 4.1-2004 (2007).
8 Gas Water Heaters Volume III, Storage Water Heaters with Input Ratings above ANSI Z21.10.3-2004 (2007),
75,000 BTUH, Circulating and Instantaneous: CSA 4.3-2004 (2007).
9 Water Heaters, Household Electric Storage Tank Type: UL 174 Edition 11-2004
(2006).
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10 Water Heaters, Instantaneous, Electric, Point-of-Use: UL 499 Edition 13-2005
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(2008).
11 Water Heaters, Oil-Fired Storage Type: UL 732 Edition 5-1995
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(2005).
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12 Water Heater Relief Valve Drain Tubes: ASME A112.4.1-1993 (2008).
13 Water Softeners (cation exchange): NSF 44-2007.
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14 Reverse Osmosis Drinking Water Systems: NSF 58-2007.
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15 Macerating Toilet Systems and Related Components: ASME A112.3.4-2000 (2004),
CSA B45.9-2002 (2008).
16 Drinking Water Treatment Units - Aesthetic Effects: NSF 42-2007a.
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17 Drinking Water Treatment Units - Health Effects: NSF 53-2007a.
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18 Ultraviolet Microbiological Water Treatment Systems: NSF 55-2007.
19 Drinking Water Treatment Systems: CSA B483.1-2007.
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VIII. VALVES AND APPURTENANCES
1 Backwater Valves ASME A112.14.1-2003
(2008),
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CSA B181.1-2006 of CSA

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B1800 series (ABS) CSA

B181.2-2006 of CSA B1800
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series (PVC).
2 Anti-siphon Fill Valves (Ballcocks) for Gravity Water Closet Flush Tanks: ASSE 1002-2008,
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CSA B125.3-2005.
3 Bronze Gate, Globe, Angle, and Check Valves: MSS SP 80-2003.
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4 Check Valves, Swing, Cast Iron: MSS SP 71-2005.

5 Cleanouts: ASME A112.36.2-1991
y
(2008).
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6 Reserved
7 Flushometers (pressurized flushing devices): ASSE 1037-1990,
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CSA B125.3-2005.
8 Gate Valves, Cast Iron, 125# and 250#: MSS SP 70-2006.
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9 Gate Valves, Iron Body (3 and larger) AWWA C500-2002.

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10 Water Pressure Reducing Valves: ASSE 1003-2001.

11 Relief Valves and Automatic Gas Shut-off Devices for Hot Water Supply: ANSI Z21.22-1999 (2004),
CSA 4.4-1999 (2004).
12 Temperature Actuated Mixing Valves for Hot Water ASSE 1017-2003,
CSA B125.3-2005.

VIII. VALVES AND APPURTENANCES (continued)
13 Trap Seal Primer Valves, Potable Water Supplied ASSE 1018-2001.
14 Water Hammer Arrestors: ASSE 1010-2004,
PDI WH 201-2006.
15 Pre-Pressurized Potable Water Tanks (for thermal expansion): IAPMO PS 88-2002.
16 Barrier Type Floor Drain Trap Seal Protection Devices ASSE 1072-2007.
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17 Ball Valves, Threaded, Socket-Welding, Solder Joints, MSS SP 110-1996.
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Grooved, and Flared Ends:
18 Water Temperature Limiting Devices: ASSE 1070-2004.
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19 Wall Hydrants, Vacuum Breaker Type, Freeze Resistant, Automatic Draining: ASSE 1019-2004.
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20 Trap Seal Primer Devices - Drainage and Electronic Types: ASSE 1044-2001.
21 Wall Hydrants, Dual Check Backflow Type, Freeze Resistant: ASSE 1053-2004.
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22 Pressure Balancing In-Line Mixing Valves for Individual Fixture Fittings: ASSE 1066-1997.
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23 Automatic Temperature Control Mixing Valves: ASSE 1069-2005.
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IX. BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES
1 Air Gap Drain for Domestic Dishwashers: ASSE 1021-2001.
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2 Backflow Preventers with Intermediate Atmospheric Vent: ASSE 1012-2002.
3 Detector Assembly, Double Check Type: ASSE 1048-2005.
No
4 Detector Assembly, Reduced Pressure Type: ASSE 1047-2005.
5 Double Check Valve Assembly: ASSE 1015-2005.
6 Dual Check Valve Type Backflow Preventer: ASSE 1024-2004.
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en
7 Reserved
8 Reduced Pressure Principle Backflow Preventer: ASSE 1013-2005.
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9 Vacuum Breaker, Atmospheric (pipe-applied): ASSE 1001-2008.

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10 Vacuum Breaker, Hose Connection: ASSE 1011-2004.

11 Vacuum Breaker, Laboratory Faucet: ASSE 1035-2008.
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12 Vacuum Breaker, Pressure: ASSE 1020-2004.

13 Reserved
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14 Hose Connection Backflow Preventers: ASSE 1052-2004.

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15 Vacuum Breakers, Spill-Resistant: ASSE 1056-2001.

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16 Air Gaps in Plumbing Systems: ASME A112.1.2-2004.

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17 Performance Requirements for Backflow Protection Devices ASME A112.18.3-2002

and Systems in ASME A112.18.3 Plumbing Fixture Fittings: (2008).
18 Air Gap Fittings for use with Plumbing Fixtures, Appliances, ASME A112.1.3-2000 (2005).
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and Appurtenances:
19 Outdoor Enclosures for Backflow Prevention Devices: ASSE 1060-2006.
20 Backflow Prevention Devices for Hand-Held Showers ASSE 1014-2005.
21 Backflow Preventors for (Carbonated) Beverage Dispensing Equipment: ASSE 1022-2003.

X. MISCELLANEOUS
1 Copper Flashing (sheet): ASTM B370-2003.
2 Lead Flashing (sheet): ASTM B749-2003.
3 Pipe Hangers and Supports (materials, design, manufacture): MSS SP 58-2002.
4 Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Plastic Flexible Concealed ASTM D4551-1996
Water-Contaminant Membrane: (2008e1).
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5 Shower Pan Liner (PVC plastic sheeting): ASTM D4551-1996
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(2008e1).
6 Chlorinated Polyethylene (CPE) Sheeting for Concealed ASTM D4068-2001.
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Water-Containment Membrane:
7 Shower Pan Liner (plastic sheeting): ASTM D4068-2001.
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8 Grease Interceptors: ASME A112.14.3-2000,
PDI G101-2007.
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9 Floor Affixed Supports for Off-the-Floor Plumbing Fixtures for Public Use: ASME A112.6.1M-1997
Di
(2008).
10 Framing Affixed Supports for Off-the-Floor Plumbing Fixtures: ASME A112.6.2-2000 (2004).
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11 Plastic Piping System Components and Related Materials: NSF 14-2007.
12 Drinking Water System Components - Health Effects: NSF 61-2007.
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13 Grease Removal (or Recovery) Devices (GRD): ASME A112.14.4-2001
(2007).
No
14 Reserved
15 Chemical Dispensing Systems: ASSE 1055-1997.
16 Installation of Sprinkler Systems: NFPA 13-2007.
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17 Installation of Sprinkler Systems in One- and Two-Family NFPA 13D-2007.

Dwellings and Manufactured Homes:
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18 Installation of Sprinkler Systems in Residential Occupancies NFPA 13R-2007.

up to and Including Four Stories in Height
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XI. PRACTICES AND STANDARDS FOR QUALIFICATIONS, INSTALLATION, AND TESTING

1 Installation of Ductile Iron Water Mains and Appurtenances: AWWA C600-2005.
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2 Installing Vitrified Clay Pipe Lines: ASTM C12-2007.

3 Safe Handling of Solvent Cements, Primers, and Cleaners ASTM F402-2005.
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Used for Joining Thermoplastic pipe and Fittings:

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4 Practice for Making Solvent Cemented Joints with Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) ASTM D2855-1996 (2002).
Pipe and Fittings:
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5 Underground Installation of Thermoplastic Pressure Pipe (up to 6 size): ASTM D2774-2008.

6 Underground Installation of Thermoplastic Pipe for Sewers and ASTM D2321-2005.
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other Gravity Flow Applications:

7 Recommended Practice for Installation of Thermoplastic Pipe ASTM F481-1997 (2002).
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and Corrugated Tubing in Septic Tank Leach Fields:

8 Plastic Fitting Patterns; Drain, Waste, and Vent (DWV): ASTM D3311-2006a.
9 Selection and Application of Pipe Hangers and Supports: MSS SP 69-2003.
10 Fabrication and Installation Standards for Pipe Hangers and Supports: MSS SP 89-2003.
11 Field Test Procedures for Backflow Prevention Devices: ASSE 5010-2004.

XI. PRACTICES AND STANDARDS FOR QUALIFICATIONS, INSTALLATION, AND TESTING (continued)
12 Professional Qualification Standard for Backflow Prevention Assembly ASSE Series 5000-2004.
Testers, Repairers, and Surveyors:
13 Practice of Heat Fusion Joining Polyolefin Pipe and Fittiings: ASTM D2657-2007.
14 Practice of Electro Fusion Joining Polyolefin Pipe and Fittings: ASTM F1290-1998a (2004).
15 Making Capillary Joints by Soldering of Copper and Copper Alloy ASTM B828-2002.
Tube and Fittiings:
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16 Standard for Health Care Facilities (for medical gas and vacuum): NFPA 99-2005.
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17 Gas and Vacuum Systems (in health care facilities): NFPA 99C-2005.
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18 Professional Qualification Standard for Medical Gas Personnel: ASSE Series 6000-2006.
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19 Installation Procedures for Stainless Steel Drainage Systems: ASME A112.3.1-2007.
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Table 3.4 MATERIALS FOR POTABLE WATER
HOT WATER DISTRIBUTION (2) (7)
COLD WATER DISTRIBUTION (2) (7) PIPE FITTINGS
WATER SERVICE (1) (6)
1 ABS Plastic Pipe, SDR A X X ASTM D2282
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2 ABS Plastic Pipe, schedule 40 or 80 A X X ASTM D1527
3 Brass Pipe A A A ASTM B43
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4 Copper Pipe O A A A ASTM B42
5 Copper Tube, seamless, Type K or L A A A ASTM B88 ASME B16.22 (wrought, solder joint)
2009 National Standard Plumbing Code

ASME B16.18 (cast, solder joint)
ASME B16.50 (wrought, braze joint)
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ASME B16.24 (cast, flanged)
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ASSE 1061 (push-fit)
ASME B16.26 (cast, flared)
Mechanically crimped (pressed) per Section 4.2.6
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cu Split couplings per Section 4.2.17
6 Copper Tube, seamless, Type M A A A ASTM B88 ASME B16.22 (wrought, solder joint)
ASME B16.18 (cast, solder joint)
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ASME B16.50 (wrought, braze joint)
ASME B16.24 (cast, flanged)
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ASME B16.26 (cast, flared)
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Mechanically crimped (pressed) per Section 4.2.6
Split couplings per Section 4.2.17
7 CPVC Plastic Pipe, schedule 40 A A A ASTM F441 ASTM F438 (socket)
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8 CPVC Plastic Pipe, schedule 80 A A A ASTM F441 ASTM F437 (threaded), ASTM F439 (threaded, socket)
9 CPVC Plastic Pipe, SDR A A A ASTM F442 ASTM F438 (sched 40 socket), ASTM F439 (sched 80 socket)
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10 CPVC Plastic Hot and Cold Water Distribution A A A ASTM D2846 ASTM D2846 (socket, metal transition), ASSE 1061 (push-fit)
(SDR 11) CTS
or
11 Ductile Iron Pipe, cement-motar lined A X X ASTM A377 AWWA C110/A21.10, AWWA C153/A21.53 (compact)
AWWA C151/A21.50 AWWA C606 (split couplings)

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12 Fiberglass Pressure Pipe A X X ASTM D3517, ASTM D3517, AWWA C950
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AWWA C950
12a Flexible Pre-Insulated Piping A A A ASTM F2165
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13 Galvanized Steel Pipe and Fittings X A A ASTM A53 ASME B16.3 (malleable, threaded)
ASME B16.4 (gray iron, threaded)
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ASME B16.5 (cast, forged, flanged)
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Split couplings per Section 4.2.17 n
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Table 3.4 MATERIALS FOR POTABLE WATER (continued)
14 High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) Plastic Pipe A X X ASTM F714 (SDR 11) ASTM F714 (SDR 11)
15 PE Plastic Pipe, schedule 40 A X X ASTM D2447 ASTM D3261 (butt heat fusion), ASTM F1055 (electro-fusion)
16 PE Plastic Pipe, schedule 80 A X X ASTM D2447 ASTM F1055 (electro-fusion)
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17 PE Plastic Pipe, DR-PR A X X ASTM D3035 ASTM D3261 (butt heat fusion), ASTM D2683 (socket fusion)
ASTM F1055 (electro-fusion)
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18 PE Plastic Pipe, DR-PR A X X ASTM F714 (4) ASTM D3261 (butt heat fusion), ASTM D2683 (socket fusion)
O ASTM F1055 (electro-fusion)
19 PE Plastic Tubing, CTS A X X ASTM D2737 ASTM D3261 (butt heat fusion), ASTM F1055 (electro-fusion)
20 PE-AL-PE Plastic Pipe A A A ASTM F1282 ASTM F1974 (metal insert), ASTM F1282, ASTM F1281/1282
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21 PEX Plastic Tubing
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ASTM F1865 (mechanical cold expansion metal insert)
ASTM F1960 (metal cold expansion insert)
ASTM F1961 (metal mechanical cold flare compression)
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ASTM F2080 (metal cold expansion compression)
ASTM F2434 (crimped metal insert)
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22 PEX Plastic Hot and Cold Water Distribution A A A ASTM F877 (SDR 9) ASTM F1807 (crimped metal insert)
ASTM F1865 (mechanical cold expansion metal insert)
ASTM F1960 (metal cold expansion insert)
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ASTM F2080 (metal cold expansion compression)
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23 PEX-AL-PEX Plastic Pipe A A A ASTM F1281 ASTM F1974 (metal insert), ASTM F1281, ASTM F1281/1282
24 PEX-AL-PEX Plastic Tubing A A A ASTM F2262 (SDR 9) ASTM F2434 (crimped metal insert)
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25 PP Plastic Piping Systems A A A ASTM F2389 ASTM F2389 (socket weld)
(IPS sched 80)
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26 PVC Plastic Pipe (schedule 40 A X X ASTM D1785 ASTM D2466 (socket, threaded)
27 PVC Plastic Pipe (schedule 80 A X X ASTM D1785 ASTM D2464 (threaded), ASTM D2467 (socket, threaded)

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28 PVC Plastic Pipe, SDR A X X ASTM D2241 ASTM D3139 (flexible elastomeric seals)
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ASTM D2672 (bell end solvent cement)
29 Pressure-Rated Polypropylene (PP) Piping Systems A A A ASTM F2389 ASTM F2389 (socket weld)
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30 Crosslinked Polyethylene (PEX) Pressure Pipe A X X AWWA C904 ASTM F1960 (metal cold expansion insert)
for Water Service ASTM F2080 (metal cold expansion compression)
31 PE-AL-PE Composite Pressure Pipe A X X AWWA C903 AWWA C800 (metal insert)
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32 PEX-AL-PEX Crosslinked Pressure Pipe A X X AWWA C903 AWWA C800 (metal insert)
33 Polyethylene of Raised Temperature (PE-RT) A X X ASTM F2623 ASTM D3261 (butt heat fusion), ASTM D2683 (socket fusion)
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Approved A A A

Disapproved X X X
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(1) Piping for water service shall be water pressure rated for not less than 160 psi at 73F.
(2) Piping for hot and cold water distribution shall be water pressure rated for not less than 160 psi at 73F and 100 psi at 180F.
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(3) Plastic piping materials shall comply with NSF 14 and NSF 61.
(4) For trenchless water service replacement systems, minimum DR-11 (or lower) for 1600 HDB, DR-9.3 (or lower) for 1450 HDB, or DR-7.3 for 1250 HDB.
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(5) Permitted for trenchless replacement of underground portions of piping within buildings.
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(7) See Table 3.4.3 for plastic hot and cold water distribution piping.
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Table 3.4.2
PLASTIC WATER SERVICE PIPING (1)
(water pressure rated for not less than 160 psi at 73 deg F)
MATERIAL COMPOSITION DIMENSIONS JOINTS PIPE SIZES
ABS (ASTM D1527) ABS 1208 Schedule 40 not threaded up through 1
Schedule 80 threaded none
Schedule 80 not threaded up through 2
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ABS (ASTM D2282) ABS 1208 none none none
ABS 1210 SDR 13.5 not threaded all sizes
ABS 1212 SDR 17 and lower not threaded all sizes
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ABS 1316 SDR 21 and lower not threaded all sizes
PVC (ASTM 1785) PVC 1120 Schedule 40 not threaded up through 8
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PVC (ASTM D2241) PVC 1120 SDR 26 or lower not threaded all sizes
PVC 1220 SDR 26 or lower not threaded all sizes
PVC 2110 SDR 13.5 or lower not threaded all sizes
PVC (AWWA C900) 12454-A, -B DR14 not threaded up through 12
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CPVC (ASTM D2846) CPVC 4120 SDR 11 not threaded all sizes
CPVC (ASTM F441) CPVC 4120 Schedule 40 not threaded up through 12
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PE (ASTM D2239) PE 1404 none none none
PE 2305 SIDR 5.3 not threaded all sizes
PE 2306 SIDR 7 or lower not threaded all sizes
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PE (ASTM D2447) PE 1404 Schedule 40 not threaded none
Schedule 80 not threaded 1/2
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Schedule 80 not threaded up through 3/4
PE 2306 Schedule 40 not threaded 1/2
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PE (ASTM D2737) PE 2305 SDR 7.3 not threaded all sizes

PE 2306 SDR 9 or lower not threaded all sizes
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PE (ASTM D3035) PE 1404 none none none
PE 2406 SDR 7 not threaded all sizes
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PE (ASTM F714) PE 2606 DR 8.3 or lower not threaded all sizes

PE 2708 DR 11 or lower not threaded all sizes
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PE 3708
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PE 3710 DR 13.5 or lower not threaded all sizes
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PE 4710
PE (AWWA C901) PE 2406 IDR 7 or lower not threaded all sizes
DR 9
PE 3406 IDR 7 or lower not threaded all sizes
DR 9
PE 3408 IDR 9 or lower not threaded all sizes
DR 11 or lower

Table 3.4.2 (continued)
PE-RT (ASTM F2623) PE-RT SDR 9 not threaded all sizes
PE-AL-PE (ASTM F1282) PE-AL-PE ASTM F1282 not threaded all sizes
PE-AL-PE Composite PE-AL-PE AWWA C903 compression all sizes
(AWWA C903)
PEX (ASTM F876) PEX 1006 SDR 9 not threaded all sizes
PEX 1008
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PEX (AWWA C904) PEX 1006 SDR 9 not threaded all sizes
PEX 1008
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PEX-AL-PEX (ASTM F1281) PEX-AL-PEX ASTM F1281 not threaded all sizes
PEX-AL-PEX (ASTM F2262) PEX-AL-PEX SDR 9 not threaded all sizes
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PEX-AL-PEX Composite PEX-AL-PEX AWWA C903 compression all sizes
(AWWA C903)
Composite (ASTM F1335) PE-AL-PE ASTM F1335 compression
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Composite (ASTM F1335) PEX-AL-PEX ASTM F1335 compression all sizes
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NOTES FOR TABLE 3.4.2
(1) Refer also to the manufacturers recommendations, instructions, and limitations.
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(2) Lower SDR, SIDR, IDR, and DR numbers have heavier wall thicknesses and higher pressure ratings.
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Table 3.4.3
PLASTIC HOT AND COLD WATER DISTRIBUTION PIPING (1)
(water pressure rated for not less than 100 psi at 180 deg F and 160 psi at 73 deg F)
MATERIAL COMPOSITION DIMENSIONS JOINTS PIPE SIZES
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CPVC (ASTM D2846) CPVC 4120 SDR 11 not threaded all sizes
CPVC (ASTM F441) CPVC 4120 Schedule 40 not threaded up through 1
Schedule 80 threaded up through 1/2
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CPVC (ASTM F442) CPVC 4120 SDR 11 not threaded all sizes
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PEX 1008
PEX 1008
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PE-AL-PE (ASTM F1282) PE-AL-PE ASTM F1282 not threaded all sizes
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PEX-AL-PEX (ASTM F2262) PEX-AL-PEX SDR 9 not threaded all sizes

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PEX-AL-PEX (ASTM F1281) PEX-AL-PEX ASTM F1281 not threaded all sizes
Composite Pipe (ASTM F1335) PE-AL-PE ASTM F1335 compression all sizes
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Composite Pipe (ASTM F1335) PEX-AL-PEX ASTM F1335 compression all sizes
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NOTES FOR TABLE 3.4.3

(1) Refer also to the manufacturers recommendations, instructions, and limitations.

Table 3.5 MATERIALS FOR SANITARY WASTE AND DRAIN (3)
ABOVE GROUND WITHIN BUILDINGS
UNDERGROUND WITHIN BUILDINGS PIPE FITTINGS
SEWERS OUTSIDE OF BUILDINGS
1 ABS Plastic Pipe and Fittings A A A ASTM D2661 (DWV, sched 40 IPS) ASTM D2661 (socket, threaded)
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2 ABS Cellular Core Plastic Pipe A A A ASTM F628 (DWV, sched 40 IPS) ASTM F628, ASTM D2661 (socket, threaded)
3 ABS Sewer Pipe and Fittings A X X ASTM D2751 (SDR 23.5) ASTM D2751 (SDR 23.5, socket)
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4 ABS and PVC Composite Sewer Pipe
O A X X ASTM D2680 ASTM D2680 (socket), PVC (gasket)
5 Cast Iron Soil Pipe and Fittings (bell & spigot) A A A ASTM 74 ASTM A74

6 Cast Iron Soil Pipe and Fittings (no-hub) A A A CISPI 301, ASTM A888 CISPI 301, ASTM A888
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7 Concrete Sewer Pipe, Non-reinforced
y A X X ASTM C14 ASTM C14
8 Concrete Sewer Pipe, Reinforced A X X ASTM C76 ASTM C76
9 Copper Drainage Tube, DWV A A A ASTM B306 ASME B16.23 (cast copper solder joint)
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10 Copper Water Tube, K, L, M A A A ASTM B88 ASME B16.23 (cast copper solder joint)
11 Fiberglass Sewer Pipe A X X ASTM D3754 ASME D3840
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12 Galvanized Steel Pipe X X A ASTM A53 ASME B16.12 (cast iron drainage)
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13 PE Plastic Pipe, SDR-PR A X X ASTM F714 (6)
14 PVC Plastic Pipe and Fittings, DWV A A A ASTM D2665 ASTM D2665 (socket), ASTM F1866 (socket)
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15 PVC Plastic Pipe and Fittings, 3.25 OD X A A ASTM D2949 ASTM D2949
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16 PVC Sewer and Drain Pipe (cellular core) A X X ASTM F891 ASTM D2665 (socket), ASTM F1866 (socket)
17 PVC Sewer and Drain Pipe (cellular core) A A X ASTM F891 (4) ASTM D2665 (socket), ASTM F1866 (socket)
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18 PVC IPS Schedule 40 (cellular core) A A A ASTM F891 ASTM D2665 (socket), ASTM F1866 (socket)
19 PVC Plastic Sewer Pipe (PSM) and Fittings A x x ASTM D3034 (1) ASTM D3034 (1)
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20 Stainless Steel DWV Systems - Type 316L (5) A A A ASTM A112.3.1 ASTM A112.3.1
21 Stainless Steel DWV Systems - Type 304 (5) X X A ASTM A112.3.1 ASTM A112.3.1
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22 Vitrified Clay Pipe, Standard Strength A X X ASTM C700 ASTM C700
23 Vitrified Clay Pipe, Extra Strength A A X ASTM C700 ASTM C700

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NOTES FOR TABLE 3.5
(1) Plastic waste and drain piping classified by standard dimension ratio shall be SDR 26 or heavier (lower SDR number).
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(2) Plastic sewer pipe classified by pipe stiffness shall be PS-46 or stiffer (higher PS number).
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(4) PS-100 pipe or stiffer (higher PS number) is required for underground cellular core PVC sewer and drain pipe underground within buildings.
(5) The alloy shall be marked on stainless steel DWV piping systems.
(6) Minimum DR-17 is required for trenchless sewer replacement systems.
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Table 3.6 MATERIALS FOR VENT PIPING (1)
ABOVEGROUND PIPE FITTINGS
UNDERGROUND
1 ABS Plastic Pipe and Fittings A A ASTM D2661 (DWV, sched 40 IPS) ASTM D2661 (socket, threaded)
2 ABS Cellular Core Plastic Pipe A A ASTM F628 (DWV, sched 40 IPS) ASTM F628, ASTM D2661 (socket, threaded)
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3 Cast Iron Soil Pipoe and Fittings (bell & spigot) A A ASTM A74 ASTM A74
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4 Cast Iron Soil Pipoe and Fittings (no-hub) A A CISPI 301, ASTM A888 CISPI 301, ASTM A888
5 Copper Drainage Tube, DWV A A ASTM B306 ASTM B16.23 (cast copper solder joint)
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6 Copper Water Tube, K, L, M A A ASTM B88 ASTM B16.23 (cast copper solder joint)
7 Galvanized Steel Pipe X A ASTM A53 ASME B16.12 (cast iron drainage)
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8 PVC Plastic Pipe and Fittings, DWV
y A A ASTM D2665 ASTM D2665 (socket), ASTM F1866 (socket)
9 PVC Plastic Pipe and Fittings, 3.25 OD A A ASTM D2949 ASTM D2949
10 PVC Sewer and Drain Pipe (cellular core) A X ASTM F891 ASTM D2665 (socket), ASTM F1866 (socket)
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11 PVC IPS Schedule 40 (cellular core) A A ASTM F891 ASTM D2665 (socket), ASTM F1866 (socket)
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12 Stainless Steel DWV Systems - Type 316L (2) A
m A ASME A112.3.1 ASME A112.3.1
13 Stainless Steel DWV Systems - Type 304 (2) X A ASME A112.3.1 ASME A112.3.1
14 Vitrified Clay Pipe, Extra Strength A X ASTM C700 ASTM C700
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Not Approved X X
NOTES FOR TABLE 3.6

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Table 3.7 MATERIALS FOR STORM DRAINAGE (1)
ABOVE GROUND WITHIN BUILDINGS
UNDERGROUND WITHIN BUILDINGS PIPE FITTINGS
SEWERS OUTSIDE OF BUILDINGS
1 ABS Plastic Pipe and Fittings A A A ASTM D2661 (DWV, sched 40 IPS) ASTM D2661 (socket, threaded)
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2 ABS Cellular Core Plastic Pipe A A A ASTM F628 (DWV, sched 40 IPS) ASTM F628, ASTM D2661 (socket, threaded)
3 ABS Sewer Pipe and Fittings A X X ASTM D2751 (2) (3) ASTM D2751 (socket) (2) (3)
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4 ABS and PVC Composite Sewer Pipe A X X ASTM D2680 ASTM D2680 (socket), PVC (gasket)
5 Cast Iron Soil Pipe and Fittings (bell & spigot) A A A ASTM 74 ASTM A74
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6 Cast Iron Soil Pipe and Fittings (no-hub) A A A CISPI 301, ASTM A888 CISPI 301, ASTM A888
7 Concrete Sewer Pipe, Non-reinforced A X X ASTM C14 ASTM C14
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8 Concrete Sewer Pipe, Reinforced
y A X X ASTM C76 ASTM C76
9 Copper Drainage Tube, DWV A A A ASTM B306 ASME B16.23 (cast copper solder joint)
10 Copper Water Tube, K, L, M A A A ASTM B88 ASME B16.23 (cast copper solder joint)
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11 Fiberglass Sewer Pipe A X X ASTM D3754 ASME D3840
12 Galvanized Steel Pipe X X A ASTM A53 ASME B16.12 (cast iron drainage)
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13 PE Plastic Pipe, SDR-PR m A X X ASTM F714 (6)
14 PVC Plastic Pipe and Fittings, DWV A A A ASTM D2665 ASTM D2665 (socket), ASTM F1866 (socket)
15 PVC Sewer and Drain Pipe (cellular core) A X X ASTM F891 ASTM D2665 (socket), ASTM F1866 (socket)
16 PVC Sewer and Drain Pipe (cellular core) (4) A A X ASTM F891 (4) ASTM D2665 (socket), ASTM F1866 (socket)
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17 PVC IPS Schedule 40 (cellular core) A A A ASTM F891 ASTM D2665 (socket), ASTM F1866 (socket)
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18 PVC Plastic Sewer Pipe (PSM) and Fittings A X X ASTM D3034 ASTM D3034
19 Stainless Steel DWV Systems - Type 316L (5) A A A ASTM A112.3.1 ASTM A112.3.1
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20 Stainless Steel DWV Systems - Type 304 (5) X X A ASTM A112.3.1 ASTM A112.3.1
21 Vitrified Clay Pipe, Standard Strength A X X ASTM C700 ASTM C700
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22 Vitrified Clay Pipe, Extra Strength A A X ASTM C700 ASTM C700
23 PVC Plastic Pipe and Fittings, DWV, 3.25 OD X A A ASTM D2949 ASTM D2949
Approved A A A
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(2) SDR 35 pipe or heavier (lower SDR number).
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(3) PS-46 or stiffer (higher PS number).
(4) PS-100 pipe or stiffer (higher PS number).
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Table 3.8 MATERIALS FOR FOUNDATION DRAINS AND SUB-SOIL DRAINAGE
1 Clay Drain Tile (ASTM C498) A
2 Concrete Drain Tile (ASTM C412) A
3 Perforated Concrete Pipe (ASTM C444) A
4 Corrugated Polyethylene Tube (ASTM F405) A
5 SR Plastic Drain Pipe and Fittings, Perforated (ASTM D2852) A
6 PVC Sewer Pipe and Fittings, Perforated (ASTM D2729) A
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Chapter 3

tions 2.14 and 2.15)

the requirements of this Code, this Code shall prevail.

Authority Having Jurisdiction.

3.1.3 Standards Applicable to Plumbing Materials

Note: Abbreviations in Table 3.1.3 refer to the following organizations:

2009 National Standard Plumbing Code 41

6666 W. Quincy Avenue

Ann Arbor, MI 48113-0140 USA

5959 Shallowford Road - Suite 419

Chattanooga, TN 37421 USA PDI Plumbing & Drainage Institute

CSA Canadian Standards Association fax: 1-978-557-0721

Mississauga, ON L4W 5N6 CANADA UL Underwriters Laboratories Inc.

42 2009 National Standard Plumbing Code

3.2 SPECIAL MATERIALS

3.3 FITTINGS, FIXTURES, APPLIANCES & APPURTENANCES

3.3.1 Drainage Fittings

3.3.2 Cleanout Plugs and Caps

shall be readily removable.

2009 National Standard Plumbing Code 43

and constructed to withstand 125 p.s.i. with a safety factor of 2.

3.3.9 Roof Drains

3.3.10 Safety Devices for Pressure Tanks

3.3.11 Septic Tanks

3.3.12 Carriers and Supports

44 2009 National Standard Plumbing Code

3.4.2 Water Service Piping

3.4.6 Limit on Lead Content

than 8 percent lead.

3.4.7 Shutoff Valves

3.5 SANITARY DRAINAGE PIPING

3.5.2 Underground Building Sanitary Drains

2009 National Standard Plumbing Code 45

3.5.4 Plastic Piping

3.6.2 Underground Piping

Vent piping installed underground shall be of materials listed in Table 3.6.

3.6.3 Plastic Piping

3.7 STORM DRAINAGE PIPING

3.7.2 Interior Conductors

46 2009 National Standard Plumbing Code

3.7.4 Building Storm Sewer

3.9 AIR CONDITIONING CONDENSATE DRAIN PIPING

3.10 CONDENSATE DRAINS FROM COMBUSTION PROCESSES

3.11 CHEMICAL WASTE PIPING SYSTEMS

3.11.1 Where Required

3.11.2 Drainage Piping

3.11.3 Vent Piping

2009 National Standard Plumbing Code 47

3.12 ALTERNATE MATERIALS AND METHODS

3.12.4 Test Procedure

thority Having Jurisdiction shall specify the test procedure.

3.12.5 Repeated Tests

48 2009 National Standard Plumbing Code

Class 150, 300, 400, 600, 900, 1500, 2500:

6 Copper Drainage Tube (DWV): ASTM B306-2002.

8 Copper Pipe, Threadless: ASTM B302-2007.

2009 National Standard Plumbing Code 49

Pipe and Fittings (1-1/4 to 12):

Drain, Waste, and Vent Pipe and Fittings:

Core; Non-Pressure Uses, PS and Sewer/Drain Series (2 to 18):