TracpipeFGP 001 DI Guide

FLEXIBLE GAS PIPING DESIGN
GUIDE and INSTALLATION

INSTRUCTIONS
December 2016
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FGP-001 12/16 ©Omega Flex, Inc.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter 1 Introduction
1.0 User Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.1 Listing of applicable codes and standards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
TracPipe® CounterStrike® Specification Data Sheet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Chapter 2 Description of System and Components
2.0 Tubing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Fittings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Manifolds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Pressure Regulators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Protection Devices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Shut-off Valves. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.1 Material Use and Limitations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.2 System Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
TracPipe® CounterStrike® Flexible Gas Piping. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
AutoFlare Fittings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
TracPipe® CounterStrike® Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Chapter 3 System Configurations and Sizing
3.1 System Configurations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.1.1 Low-Pressure Systems-Series and Parallel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.1.2 Dual Pressure Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.1.3 System Design. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
3.1.4 System Pressure Choices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
3.2 Sizing Methods and Examples. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
3.2.1 Use of Sizing Tables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
3.2.2 Sizing Examples-Branch Length Method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Low-Pressure Systems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Elevated Pressure Systems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Medium Pressure Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
3.2.3 Sizing Hybrid Systems-Black Iron and TracPipe® CounterStrike® Combination. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
3.2.4 Alternate Sizing Method (Sum of Pressure Loss Calculations). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Chapter 4 Installation Practices
4.1 General Installation Practices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Debris Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Minimum Bend Radius.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Support- Vertical Runs/ Horizontal Runs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
4.2 Fitting Assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Tubing Cutting/End Preparation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
4.2.1 Assembly Procedure - AutoFlare® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Minimum Tightening Torque - AutoFlare®. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
4.2.2 Assembly Procedure - AutoSnap® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Minimum Tightening Torque - AutoSnap® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Disassembly Procedure - AutoSnap®. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Trouble Shooting Fitting Connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Reassembly Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
4.3 Routing of Tubing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Clearance Holes and Notching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
4.3.1 Concealed Locations for Fittings-General Provisions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
4.3.2 Outdoor Installation Issues. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
4.4 Protection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
4.4.1 Striker Plate Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Spiral Metal Hose Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
4.4.2 Through Wall Penetrations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
4.5 Meter Connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Termination Mounts/Meter Mounts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Direct Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
4.6 Appliance Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Termination Fittings with Appliance Connectors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Fixed Appliance Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
4.6.1 Recessed Wall Box. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
4.6.2 Pad Mounted Equipment, Roof Top Equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
4.6.3 Outdoor Appliances Barbeque Grills abd Gas Light Connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
4.6.4 Fireplace Installations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
4.7 Manifold and Regulator Station. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Allowable Locations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
4.8 Pressure Regulators and Elevated Pressure Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Installation Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Vent Limiter Option. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Vent Line and Sizing Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
4.8.1 Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
4.8.2 Regulator Supply Pressure and Capacities Drop For Single and Multiple Appliances. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
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4.8.3 Over Pressure Protection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
4.9 Underground Installations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
4.9.1 Guidelines for Underground Installations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
4.9.2 TracPipe® PS-II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
4.9.3 TracPipe PS-II Fitting Attachment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
4.10 Electrical Bonding/Grounding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
4.10.1 TracPipe® CounterStrike® Bonding Instruction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
4.10.2 When Bonding is Required . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Chapter 5 Inspection, Repair and Replacement
5.1 Minimum Inspection Requirements (Checklist). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
5.2 Repair/ of Damaged Tubing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
5.3 Repair of Damaged Jacket. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Chapter 6 Pressure/Leakage Testing
6.0 Pressure Test Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
6.1 Pressure Test for Elevated Pressure Systems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
6.1.1 Appliance Connection Leakage Check Procedure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
6.1.2 Regulator Performance-Optional Testing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Chapter 7 Capacity Tables
7.0 Sizing Tables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Table N-1 Low Pressure (Standard). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Table N-2A Low Pressure (Canada & USA 1 inch Drop). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Table N-2B Low Pressure (Canada & USA 1.5 inch Drop). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Table N-2C Low Pressure (Canada & USA 2.0 inch Drop). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Table N-2D Low Pressure (Canada & USA 2.5 inch Drop). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Table N-3 Regulator Outlet (8 inches W.C.). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Table N-3A 3P Regulator Outlet (11 inches W.C.). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Table N-4 Medium Pressure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Table N-5 Elevated Pressure 2 PSI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Table N-5A Elevated Pressure 2 PSI. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Table N-6 Elevated Pressure 5 PSI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Table N-7 Elevated Pressure 10 PSI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Table N-8 Elevated Pressure 25 PSI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Table P-1 Propane Low Pressure (Standard). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Table P-1A Propane Low Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Table P-1B Propane. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Table P-2 Propane Medium Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Table P-3 Propane Elevated Pressure 2 PSI. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Table P-4 Propane Elevated Pressure 5 PSI. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Table P-5 Propane Elevated Pressure 10 PSI. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Table P-6 Propane Elevated Pressure 25 PSI. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
7.1 Pressure Drop per Foot Tables for TracPipe® CounterStrike® (Natural Gas). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Table PD-1A Pressure Drop per Foot for TracPipe® CounterStrike® (Natural Gas). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Table PD-2A Pressure Drop per Foot for Black Iron (Natural Gas). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
7.2 Sizing Table For Steel Pipe. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Table SP-1 Maximum Capacity of Pipe in Cubic Feet of Gas per Hour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Chapter 8 Definition of Terminology
Definitions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Appendix A UL Classification. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Appendix B Manufactured Housing Guidelines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Appendix C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
C1.1 AutoTrip® Low Pressure Excess Flow Valves for Natural Gas and Propane Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
C1.2 AutoTrip® LFD Series Excess Flow Valves for Meter and
Branch Line/Manifold Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
C1.2.1 Application, and Selection of AutoTrip® LFD Series Excess Flow Valves. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
C1.2.2 Gas Piping System Sizing with LFD Series Excess Flow Valves. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
C1.2.3 Methods of Sizing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
C1.2.4 Sizing Instructions For AutoTrip® LFD Series EFVs Used With ConunterStrike® CSST Systems. . . . . . . . . . 95
C1.2.5 Sizing Instructions For AutoTrip® LFD Series EFVs Used With
Low Pressure Steel Pipe Systems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
C1.2.6 LFD Installation Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
C1.3 AutoTrip® AFD Series Excess Flow Valves for Appliance Connector Inlet Applications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
C1.3.1 Application and Selection of AutoTrip® AFD Series Excess Flow Valves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
C1.3.2 AFD Installation Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Table C.2 AutoTrip® AFD Series Appliance Connector Inlet Excess Flow Valves. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
C1.4 GasBreaker® Excess Flow Valves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
AutoTrip “LFD” Series Capacity Charts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
TABLE N-1AT AutoTrip® TracPipe® CounterStrike® (Low Pressure System). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
TABLE N-3AT AutoTrip® TracPipe® CounterStrike® (Dual Pressure System-8
in w.c. - Regulator outlet @ manifold) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
TABLE N-5AT®TracPipe® CounterStrike® (2 PSI system). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
TABLE SP-1AT TracPipe® CounterStrike® - STEEL PIPE LOW PRESSURE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
TABLE 3.3 PROPANE—TracPipe® CounterStrike® AutoTrip® LFD Series Excess Flow Valves . . . . . . . . . . 103
TABLE P-1AT AutoTrip® (Propane Low Pressure System 11 in w.c.) TracPipe® CounterStrike® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
TABLE C.4 TracPipe® CounterStrike® AutoTrip® - GasBreaker Equivalency Chart. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
FIGURE C-3 Pressure Drop across TracPipe® CounterStrike® AutoTrip® LFD Series
EFV at given Flow Rates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
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CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
WARNINGS
SECTION 1.0 — USER WARNINGS plastic or paper labels without the express consent of
Each installer must meet applicable qualifications OmegaFlex®.
in accordance with state and/or local requirements
as established by the administrative authority which Sound engineering principles and practices must be
enforces the plumbing or mechanical codes where gas exercised for the proper design of fuel gas piping sys-
piping is installed. The TracPipe® CounterStrike® tems, in addition to compliance with local codes. The
CSST (corrugated stainless steel tubing) flexi- installation instructions and procedures contained in
ble gas piping material must only be installed this Design Guide must be strictly followed. All instal-
by a qualified person who has been sucessfully lations must pass inspections by the local authority
trained through the The TracPipe® CounterStrike® having jurisdiction prior to having the gas service
gas piping installation program. turned on.
This guide is updated periodically. Installers must Only the components provided or specified by
use the most current version of the guide. Copies OmegaFlex® as part of the approved piping system
of updated guides are available for free at locations are to be used in the installation.
where The TracPipe® CounterStrike® is sold or
online at www.tracpipe.com.
DANGER
The guide must be used in conjunction with state
The inter-connection of TracPipe® CounterStrike®
and local building codes. Local codes will take pre-
cedence in the event of a conflict between this guide tubing or TracPipe® AutoFlare® or AutoSnap®
and the local code. In the absence of local codes, fittings directly with or on tubing or fittings from other
installation must be in accordance with the current CSST manufacturers is strictly prohibited and may
edition of National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/ result in a hazardous condition leading to serious bodi-
NFPA 54, the National Standard of Canada, Natural
ly injury or property damage.
Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1, the
Uniform Plumbing Code, the International Fuel Gas
Code, the Federal Manufactured Home Construction If this system is used or installed improperly, fire,
and Safety Standards, ICC/ANSI 2.0 or the Standard explosion or asphyxiation may result. The installation
on Manufactured Housing, NFPA 501, as applicable. instructions and applicable local codes must be strictly
followed.
The jacket on the The TracPipe® CounterStrike®
CSST shall not be removed, altered or modified in any
fashion including full or partial painting or coating of
the surface and the mounting of adhesively attached
ASSIFIED
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SECTION 1.1 – APPLICABLE
CODES AND STANDARDS
LISTINGS:
MODEL CODES:
CSA Certificate of Compliance #1082441
NFPA-54 / ANSI Z223.1 - National Fuel Gas Code
ICC- PMG 1046
NFPA-58 LP Gas Code
ICC- PMG 1052
NFPA-70 National Electrical Code
ICC- PMG 1058
NFPA-501 Manufactured Housing Code
IAPMO- ES 3682
ICC- International Fuel Gas Code
IAPMO- ES 4665
ICC- International Mechanical Code
IAPMO- ER 0227
ICC- International Residential Code
UL- Through Penetration Firestop Systems / ASTM
IAPMO- Uniform Plumbing Code
E84 Compliant
IAPMO- Uniform Mechanical Code
STANDARDS: OTHER:
ANSI LC-1 / CSA 6.26 Standard for Fuel California Plumbing Code
Gas Piping Systems Using Corrugated Stainless Steel California Mechanical Code
Tubing
Massachussetts Product Approval
ICC- ES LC-1024 PMG Listing Criteria for
City of L.A. Product Approval RR 5495
Stainless Steel Tubing
City of L.A. Product Approval RR 5707
IAPMO- IGC-201 The interim Guide Criteria
for polyethylene Sleeved Corrugated Stainless Steel
Tubing for use in Fuel Gas Piping Systems NOTICE: TracPipe® is the original yellow jack-
eted CSST gas piping system manufactured by
OmegaFlex®. TracPipe® CounterStrike® is a
next generation of CSST system which includes
a revolutionary arc resistant black jacket.
NOTICE:
While every effort has been made to prepare this document in accordance with the most current
model codes in effect at its printing, OmegaFlex® cannot guarantee that the local administrative
authority adopts or accepts the most recent edition of these codes. The installer must use the current
edition of the TracPipe® CounterStrike® Design Guide and Installation Instructions.
The installer is ultimately responsible to determine suitability and acceptance of any building compo-
nent, including gas piping. OmegaFlex® assumes no responsibilty for materials or labor for instal-
lations made without prior determination of local code authority acceptance.
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TracPipe® CounterStrike
®
SPECIFICATION DATA SHEET
racPipe CounterStrike
Part No. FGP-CS-375 FGP-CS-500 FGP-CS-750 FGP-CS-1000 FGP-CS-1250 FGP-CS-1500 FGP-CS-2000
Size (inch) 3/8” 1/2” 3/4” 1” 1-1/4” 1-1/2” 2”
EHD (AGA size) 15 19 25 31 39 46 62
Jacket O.D. (max.) .700 .888 1.140 1.415 1.700 1.940 2.515
Inside Diameter (nom) .440 .597 .820 1.040 1.290 1.525 2.060
Wall Thickness (in.) .01 .01 .01 .01 .012 .012 .012
*EHD (Equivalent Hydraulic Diameter) A relative measure of Flow Capacity; This number is used to compare individual sizes between different manufacturers.
The higher the EHD number the greater flow capacity of the piping.
STRAIGHT AUTOFLARE® / AUTOSNAP® FITTINGS

2
3
1. ADAPTER – Brass
2. INSERT – Stainless Steel 1. ADAPTER – Brass
3. NUT—Brass 2. NUT – Brass
4. S
PLIT-RINGS – Brass or 3. SNAP RING – Brass
Stainless Steel 4. FLEXIBLE PIPE – Stainless Steel
5. FLEXIBLE PIPE – Stainless Steel
AVAILABLE IN SIZES
Tube size 3/8" 1/2" 3/4" 1" 1-1/4" 1-1/2" 2"

NPT Thread 1/2"or 3/8" 1/2"or 3/4" 3/4"or 1/2" 1"or 3/4" 1-1/4" 1-1/2" 2"
FLANGE MOUNT AUTOFLARE® / AUTOSNAP® FITTINGS

5
2. INSERT – Stainless Steel
3. FLANGE NUT – Brass
4. S
PLIT-RINGS – Brass or
2. SNAP RING – Brass
Stainless Steel
3. FLANGE NUT – Brass
5. FLANGE – Brass
4. FLANGE – Steel
6. FLEXIBLE PIPE – Stainless Steel 4
5. FLEXIBLE PIPE – Stainless Steel
AVAILABLE IN SIZES
Tube Size 3/8" 1/2" 3/4" 1" 1-1/4"
NPT Thread 1/2"or 3/8" 1/2" 3/4" 1" 1-1/4"
CONSULT FACTORY FOR OTHER TERMINATION METHODS
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CHAPTER 2
DESCRIPTION of SYSTEM and COMPONENTS
SECTION 2.0 — TracPipe® A. M
anifolds: Allows parallel installations
CounterStrike® FLEXIBLE GAS with “home runs” to each appliance.
PIPING MATERIAL DESCRIPTION 1/2 inch female NPT outlets and 3/4 inch
and 1/2 inch female NPT inlets. Large
size manifolds are also available for
1. TUBING
The TracPipe® CounterStrike® fuel gas use with commercial size TracPipe®
piping system consists of corrugated, flex- CounterStrike®.
ible, semi-rigid, stainless steel tubing with
brass mechanical attachment fittings termi-
nating in NPT pipe threads for easy attach-
ment to traditional black iron pipe systems
and direct connections to gas appliances.
Tubing is available in sizes 3/8 inch, 1/2 inch
3/4 inch, 1 inch, 1-1/4 inch, 1-1/2 inch, and
2 inch.
The 300 series stainless steel tubing is B. P r e s s u r e

jacketed with a non-metallic cover which Regulators:
provides ease of running through joists, Pounds to
studs, and other building components. The inches - for
jacket is marked at intervals with the amount use in elevat-
of tubing left on the reel,
for quick measurement. ed pressure
system instal-
2. FITTINGS lations (over
Straight NPT pipe fit- 14 inches
tings are standard and water column
are available in sizes - one half
shown above to fit all PSI) to reduce pressure to standard
tubing. Additional fit- low pressure for appliances.
tings include termina-
tion mount and flange-mount straight and Regulators are available for use with
90 degree elbow fittings for termination of natural and propane gas.
gas lines near movable appliances; and
meter termination accessories for support
of TracPipe® CounterStrike® at utility C. P
rotection Devices: For use where flexible
meter sets on building exteriors and roof piping passes through studs, joists and
penetrations. Tee fittings are available for other building materials and is restricted
addition of branch lines into tubing runs; from moving to avoid nails, screws and
reducer tees are available in popular sizes other puncture threats.
and pipe outlet tees terminate in pipe
threads on the outlet leg for size changes
utilizing available black iron reducer fit-
tings.
3. ACCESSORIES
Accessories are available for expansion of
the flexible piping material and additions
to existing fuel gas piping systems. These
accessories include:
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There are five striker plate configurations piping systems is available from your local gas
made from stamped steel and special- utility or propane supplier. Some of the special
ly hardened to resist penetration from usage features of TracPipe® CounterStrike®
screws and pneumatic nail guns. These flexible gas piping are outlined below:
are quarter-striker, half striker, three quarter
striker, full-striker and 6 inch X 17 inch flat 1. F
lexible gas piping is used to provide safe,
plate striker. Spiral wound galvanized steel efficient, timely installation of fuel gas pip-
“floppy” conduit is available for use as addi- ing within buildings, residential, commercial,
tional protection. and industrial, or for outdoor connections to
appliances that are attached or in close prox-
D. Shut-off Valves-for use in elevated pressure imity to the building.
installations:
2 PSI up 2. F
lexible gas piping can be routed in most
to 5 PSI. locations where traditional gas piping mate-
(Standard rials are installed: inside hollow wall cavities,
gas-cocks along or through floor joists in basements,
should be on top of the joists in attics, on roof tops or
used at appli- along soffits or in chases outside of buildings.
ance stub TracPipe® CounterStrike® gas piping has
outs and other been tested and is listed by CSA International
low pressure for both outdoor and indoor use.
areas of the piping system.) Brass lever-han-
dle ball valves supplied by OmegaFlex® are 3. TracPipe® CounterStrike® is listed by CSA
rated for 5 PSI use and are available in 1/2 International for fuel gas use in the USA and
inch and 3/4 inch sizes. Canada for pressures up to 25 PSI. For local
NOTICE: For additional specifications gas utility approved use only, TracPipe®
see submittal sheets on the website at CounterStrike® has been tested for use up
www.tracpipe.com. to 125 PSI for sizes 3/8 inch up to 1-1/4 inch.
SECTION 2.1 — MATERIAL USE AND 4. In North America, the most common pressure
LIMITATIONS for Natural Gas is 6-7 inches water column,
standard low pressure. Elevated pressures of
This Design and Installation Guide has been
either 2 PSI or one half PSI are also available
written in accordance with the most cur-
from utilities in most areas for new residential
rent edition of ANSI LC 1/ CSA 6.26, FUEL
construction. 5 PSI systems are commonly
GAS PIPING SYSTEMS USING CORRUGATED
installed in commercial or industrial buildings.
STAINLESS STEEL TUBING (CSST).
Elevated pressures allow the use of smaller
diameter piping, while providing for increased
This Design Guide is intended to aid the profes-
loads and longer length runs.
sional gas pipe installer in the design, installation
and testing of flexible fuel gas piping systems for 5. F
lexible gas piping can be used for natural
residential, commercial and industrial buildings. gas and propane (Liquefied petroleum gas)
It is not possible for this guide to anticipate every and other fuel gases recognized in NFPA 54
variation in construction style, building configu- National Fuel Gas Code.
ration, appliance requirement, or local restriction.
This document will not cover every application.
The user should either exercise his own engi-
neering judgment on system design and installa-
tion, or seek technical input from other qualified
sources. Additional information pertaining to gas
7
6. T
racPipe® CounterStrike ® with the nector is required.
black polyethylene jacket has been tested TracPipe® CounterStrike® cannot be
by Underwriters Laboratory to ASTM E84 substituted as a connector for this use
(UL723) Surface Burning Characteristics when the appliance is free to move for
with flame spread and smoke density rat- cleaning, etc.
ings meeting the requirements of ANSI/
CSA LC-1 for use in air ducts and ple- racPipe® AutoFlare® and AutoSnap®
11. T
nums. It is mandatory, however, to follow fittings have been tested by CSA
fire and building code requirements in all International and are listed for use in
installations. concealed locations as defined in NFPA
54 National Fuel Gas Code, The Uniform
7. F
or underground or under slab burial the Plumbing Code, and The International
flexible gas piping run must be encased Fuel Gas Code.
in a sleeve of polyethylene, or other
approved water resistant material. See 12. T
racPipe® CounterStrike® has been
Section 4.9, Underground Installations. evaluated for resistance to damage
Sleeved runs under concrete slabs imposed by shifting appliances and/or by
beneath buildings must be installed as damage to structural framing caused by
required by local codes. Most codes earthquakes.
require venting of the sleeves under build-
ings. This can be accomplished using
pre-sleeved TracPipe® PS-II with avail-
able accessories.
8. F
lexible gas piping can be used in
conjunction with both steel pipe (black
iron or galvanized) and copper tubing
in either new construction or renovation
and replacement piping installations. All
TracPipe® CounterStrike® fittings ter-
minate in standard NPT male or female
pipe threads to interface with appliances,
valves, unions and couplings.
9. For retrofit installations, TracPipe®

CounterStrike® can be snaked through
hollow wall cavities without major res-
toration as is typical when running rigid
pipe through existing construction. The
replacement or addition of gas appli-
ances, fireplaces, and gas logs is greatly
facilitated with flexible piping on reels
requiring no special tooling or oily thread-
ing equipment.
10. TracPipe® CounterStrike® gas piping

can be run directly to the shut off valves
of fixed appliances. For moveable appli-
ances such as ranges or dryers, the use
of an approved flexible appliance con-
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SECTION 2.2 — SYSTEM COMPONENTS
TracPipe® CounterStrike® Flexible Gas Piping
Component Material Description/Dimensions
Corrugated
TracPipe®
Stainless
Counter
Steel
Strike® part no. FGP-CS-375 FGP-CS-500 FGP-CS-750 FGP-CS-1000 FGP-CS-1250 FGP-CS-1500 FGP-CS-2000
(300 Series)
Flexible Size (inch) 3/8" 1/2" 3/4" 1" 1-1/4" 1-1/2" 2"
with
Gas EHD (AGA size) 15 19 25 31 39 46 62
Polyethylene
Piping Jacket O.D. (max.) .700 .888 1.140 1.415 1.700 1.940 2.515
Jacket Inside Dia. (nom) .440 .597 .820 1.040 1.290 1.525 2.060
*EHD (Equivalent Hydraulic Diameter) A relative measure of Flow Capacity; This number is used to
compare individual sizes between different manufacturers. The higher the EHD number the greater
flow capacity of the piping.
e
rik
Co
t
un
e rS te
nt
rS
u tr
Co
ik
e
TracPipe®
Plywood
Counter
Reels
Strike®
for Note: other reel lengths available upon request.
on
packaging
Reels
9
TracPipe® AutoFlare® / AutoSnap® Fittings
The fittings and accessories pictured on the following pages are representative of the range of products available
from CounterStrike®. Refer to the latest CounterStrike® Price Sheet for a complete listing of part numbers.
PS-II
TracPipe®
PS-II
Accessories
Vent Nut Split Adapter
Coupling Rings
Sizes: 3/8, 1/2, 3/4, 1, 1-1/4, 1-1/2

Brass
Straight and 2 inch
Fitting
Mechanical Note size 3/8 fitting has
AutoSnap®
Fitting either 1/2" NPT or 3/8"
AutoFlare®
Reducer NPT Thread
Insert
Fitting
Termination Brass
Fitting Sizes: 3/8, 1/2, 3/4, 1 inch
and Flange and 1-1/4 inches
AutoSnap®
Mount Note size 3/8 fitting has either
AutoFlare®
Fittings- Insert 1/2" NPT or 3/8" NPT Thread
Straight
Brass
and 90 Elbow Flange
Elbow Sizes: 3/8 in. and 1/2 in.
Brass Fitting
Meter
AutoSnap®
Termination
AutoFlare®
Fitting
Insert
Galv. steel
Stud
Mounting
Bracket
Bracket
Flange
Galvanized One size fits all:
Mounting Size 3/8 through 1-1/4 inches
Bracket Steel
Tee Brass Tee

Fitting
Fitting
& Coupling
& AutoSnap® Sizes: 3/8, 1/2, 3/4, 1, 1-1/4, 1-1/2, and 2 inch
Coupling AutoFlare® Reducer tees available for 1/2, 3/4, 1, 1-1/4, 1-1/2, and 2 inch sizes
Insert
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TracPipe® CounterStrike® Accessories
Load Painted Steel

Center
Manifold Galvanized
Bracket Steel
Multi- Malleable
Port Iron
Manifolds Poly Coated
Sizes: 1/2 inch & 3/4 inch & 1 inch

Regulator includes approved vent
Cast limiting device for REG-3 (1/2 inch),
REG-5A (3/4 inch) and REG-7L
Housing
Pressure (1 inch).
Suitable
Regulators Note: Stainless steel high pressure tags
for
are available for use where required by
Outdoor code
Use
Brass
Housing
Shut with Sizes: 1/2 inch & 3/4 inch
Off Stainless
Valves Steel
Ball
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TracPipe® CounterStrike® Accessories
Full Carbon
Striker Steel
Plate Hardened
size: 3" x 12"
Half
Striker
Carbon
Plate &
Steel
Three Quarter
Hardened
Striker
Plate size: 3" x 7" size: 3" x 8"
Quarter Carbon
Striker Steel
Plate Hardened
size: 3" x 2"
6.5 inch x
Carbon
17 inch
Steel
Striker
Hardened
Plate
size: 6.5" x 17"
Floppy
Type RW
Strip
Galvanized
Wound
Steel
Conduit
sizes: Fits 3/8", 1/2", 3/4", 1", 1-1/4", 1-1/2"
and 2" CounterStrike®
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CHAPTER 3
SYSTEM CONFIGURATIONS AND SIZING
SECTION 3.1 — SYSTEM 3.1.2 — DUAL PRESSURE SYSTEMS
CONFIGURATIONS
Elevated pressure systems (2 PSI for residen-
There are several piping system options tial and up to 5 PSI for commercial installa-
available to the installer using TracPipe® tions) are usually piped with one or more line
CounterStrike® gas piping material. This gas pressure regulators (pounds-to-inches)
flexibility of design is one of the major benefits followed by a manifold and runs to each of
of CSST. the appliances. It is possible that these runs
to appliances may contain tees branching off
3.1.1 — LOW PRESSURE SYSTEMS to an additional appliance where gas loads
permit.
1. S
ERIES: A series layout is the most com-
mon arrangement utilized for black iron
manifold
pipe. This consists of a main run with tees range
55 CFH
branching off to each appliance. furnace
E 80 CFH
pressure regulator C
water heater
40 CFH
range B
50 CFH 2 PSI
gas meter
water heater furnace A 205 CFH
line shut-off30 CFH
60 CFH
dryer
30 CFH
gas meter D
163 CFH appliance shut-off
fireplace
18 CFH
NOTICE:
HYBRID SYSTEMS – FLEXIBLE
Series Layout GAS PIPE and RIGID BLACK PIPE
2. P
ARALLEL: A parallel system consists of COMBINATIONS. In low or medium
a central distribution manifold with branch pressure systems, it is often advanta-
runs to the appliances. This is usually geous to use both corrugated stainless
accomplished by providing a main supply steel tubing and rigid pipe in the same
line to a manifold and installing “home system. This is the case when a larger
runs” to each appliance location. In the diameter main branch is required to pro-
parallel system shown below the pressure vide for the total appliance load in a par-
is not elevated above 1/2 pound and no allel system. TracPipe® CounterStrike®
regulator is required. is certified for use in combination with
black iron pipe and copper tube gas pip-
range
55 CFH ing systems. For additional information
water heater
40 CFH
on Hybrid Systems, see examples show-
C furnace
80 CFH ing the method for sizing hybrid systems
1/2 PSI B using both TracPipe® CounterStrike® and
gas meter
A E
black iron pipe. These are included in the
205 CFH
dryer
30 CFH
SIZING EXAMPLES section of this manual.
D Refer to Section 3.2C

Parallel Layout
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SECTION 3.1.3 — SYSTEM DESIGN
1. S
tart by creating a sketch or layout of the the US and Canada are designed to
gas piping system you are about to install. operate up to a maximum of 14 inches
The information you will need is the loca- water column.
tion of each appliance, the point of delivery
(location of utility meter or second stage c.
ELEVATED PRESSURE-2 PSI is the
LP regulator), appliance load demands, highest natural gas pressure usual-
and possible pipe routing locations. The ly supplied within residential build-
load demand data is usually available on ings in North America. This pressure
the appliance manufacturer’s nameplate, always requires the installation of a
or can be provided by the builder. pounds-to-inches line pressure regu-
lator between the utility meter set and
2. D
etermine local piping restrictions prior the appliances.
to installing flexible gas piping. The major
code bodies in North America have written 2. P
ROPANE (LP GAS) is typically supplied
Corrugated Stainless Steel Tubing into the within residential buildings at 11 inches
latest revisions of their mechanical codes, water column which is set at the second
but local and state adoption of these stage regulator mounted outside the build-
codes often lags behind. ing. Propane can also be utilized at medi-
um pressure with the use of a 13-14 inch
Confirm that the local code authority has setting. For 2 PSI propane elevated pres-
accepted the use of flexible gas piping. sure use, use a line gas pressure regulator
Your TracPipe® CounterStrike® distributor that is set for 11 inches water column out-
should be able to provide that information let pressure.
but confirmation by the installer should be
made where there is any questions. NOTICE: TracPipe® CounterStrike® has
been tested by CSA International for a work-
SECTION 3.1.4 — SYSTEM ing pressure of 125 PSI for sizes 3/8 inch
PRESSURE CHOICES through 1-1/4 inch.
1. N
ATURAL GAS -Determine the delivery
pressure provided by the Local Distribution
Utility where the piping will be installed.
a.
LOW PRESSURE-6 to 7 inches water
column (equivalent to 4 ounces or 1/4
pound) is the standard pressure sup-
plied by natural gas utilities in the USA PRESSURE CONVERSION CHART
and Canada.
b. MEDIUM PRESSURE-1/2 PSI (12 to 1/4 PSI = 7" w.c. = 4 oz.
14 inches water column) is available
from many natural gas utilities as an 1/2 PSI = 14" w.c. = 8 oz.
alternate pressure supply. The increase
in pressure provides for reductions 1 PSI = 28" w.c. = 16 oz.
in pipe size and does not require a
2 PSI = 56" w.c. = 32 oz.
pressure regulator. Most natural gas

appliances manufactured for use in

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SECTION 3.2 SIZING METHODS and EXAMPLES
SECTION 3.2.1 — USE OF SIZING are typically sized for only one appliance
TABLES load installed as a “home run” from the
manifold.
This Chapter includes flexible gas piping siz-
ing procedures for both low pressure and ele- SECTION 3.2.2— SIZING EXAMPLES
vated pressure systems. Every piping system -BRANCH LENGTH METHOD
introduces pressure loss to the fluid flowing
within. The amount of loss depends on the To size each of the following systems, deter-
piping size and the gas flow, expressed in mine the required size for each section and
cubic feet per hour (and converted to BTU’s). outlet. To size each section of the system,
The object of the sizing exercise is to deter- determine both the total gas load for all appli-
mine the smallest size piping which will intro- ances and the maximum distance (longest
duce the allowed pressure loss or drop within length) in which a particular section delivers
the length of piping required. Sizing tables gas.
(capacity charts) provide the maximum flow
capacity for a given length of run for each EXAMPLE 1: LOW PRESSURE SYSTEM
pipe size. A different sizing table is used for SERIES ARRANGEMENT
each system pressure and pressure drop
combination. manifold
furnace
1. T
he low pressure series system (standard 65 CFH
arrangement) is sized in the same way as a

pressure regulator
water heater
conventional low pressure black iron pipe 35 CFH
B low pressure
gas meter
system using TracPipe® Counterline shut-off
Strike® C
A
100 CFH
sizing tables or tables found in National

Fuel Gas Code NFPA 54. This method is
known as the “Branch Length Method”.
appliance shut-off
Pressure drop in a low pressure system

is usually limited to 0.5 inch water column
over the system. Figure: 3-1
2. Elevated pressure systems incorporate two manifold LENGTH OF RUNS

operating pressures downstream of the util- A = 10 Feet
range
55 CFH
furnace
ity meter set. The first pressure, set by the pressure regulator B = 10 Feet E
C
80 CFH
water heater
service regulator at the meter, is usually 2 C = 15 Feet B

40 CFH
2 PSI
gas meter
PSI. This part of the system is sized sepa- line shut-off A 205 CFH
rately and ends at the line pressure regula- Supply pressure 6 inches w.c. dryer
30 CFH
tor.
D
appliance shut-off
Allowable drop 0.5 inches w.c.
3. F
or a 2 PSI system, the proper drop is
1. T
he system presented in Figure: 3-1 is typ-
usually 1 PSI for this part of the system;
this allows for the approximate 3/4 PSI ical of a single family installation in which
regulator drop downstream and provides there are a limited number of appliances
the 1/4 PSI (6-7 inches w.c.) necessary located in one general area. The supply
for appliances. The regulator reduces the pressure is 6 inches water column and the
pressure from pounds to 8 inches water allowable drop is 0.5 inch.
column. This part of the system is sized
the same as a low pressure system, except
that a special Table N-3 is used allowing 3
inches of water column drop. These lines
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2. T
o size section A, determine the longest of a single family installation with several
run from the meter that includes section A appliances. The arrangement chosen is par-
and the total gas load it must deliver: allel. The MEDIUM PRESSURE SYSTEM
(1/2 PSI) allows a higher pressure drop
•M
eter to Furnace is 20 ft. (A+B).
(6 inches water column) than is available
•M
eter to Water Heater is 25 ft. with low pressure systems.
(A+C). This is the longest run. range
55 CFH
•D
etermine the maximum load trans- water heater
40 CFH
C furnace
ported by Section A. 80 CFH
1/2 PSI B
gas meter
A E
•F
urnace plus water heater = 100
205 CFH
CFH (100,000 BTU). dryer

30 CFH
D
•S
elect Table N-1 “Low Pressure 6
inches- 0.5 inch w.c. drop”.
Figure: 3-2
•U
sing the longest run method, select
the column showing the measured LENGTH OF RUNS
length, or the next longest length if the manifold A = 10 Feet
table does not give the exact length. B = 20 Feet
C = 10 Feet
furnace
65 CFH
Referring to table N-1 the column for 25 pressure regulator
feet of piping shows that sizes 3/8 inch D = 40 Feet water heater
35 CFH
B low pressure
and 1/2 inch are too small and the next line shut-off
E = 10 Feet C
A
gas meter
100 CFH
available size is 3/4 supplying 157 CFH.

Supply pressure 1/2 PSI (12 inch-
14 inch w.c.) Allowable drop: 6
appliance shut-off
• The correct size is 3/4". inch w.c.

3. T
o size Section B, determine the length of
run from the meter to the Furnace and the 2. T
o size SECTION A, determine the
load delivered: LONGEST RUN from the meter to the fur-
thest appliance:
• Length is 20 ft (A+B) and load is 65 CFH
(65,000 BTU). •M eter to dryer is 50 feet (10+40)
A+D.
• T
able N-1 shows that size 1/2 inch sup- •
Determine maximum load trans-
plies 70 CFH.
ported by section A.
• The correct size is 1/2 inch. • Dryer + range + water heater + fur-
nace = 205 CFH (205,000 BTU).
4 T
o size Section C, determine the length of • S elect table N-4 “Medium
run from the meter to the Water Heater and Pressure 1/2 PSI with 6 inch drop”.
the load delivered: Table N-4 shows that 1/2 inch size
is too small for 205 CFH at 50 ft.
•L
ength is 25 ft (A+C) and load is 35 CFH but 3/4 inch can handle 375 CFH.
(35,000 BTU).
• The correct size is 3/4 inch.
•T
able N-1 shows that size 1/2 inch is 3. T
o size SECTION B, the distance from the
required, because size 3/8 inch only
meter to the range is 30 ft (10+20) A+B:
supplies 29 CFH (29,000 BTU).
•L oad is 55 CFH (55,000 BTU).
• The correct size is 1/2 inch. • Table N-4 shows that 3/8 inch size
can handle 90 CFH.
EXAMPLE 2: MEDIUM PRESSURE 12-14 • The correct size for section B is 3/8
INCHES W.C. (1/2 PSI) inch.
1. The system shown in Figure: 3-2 is typical
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4. T
o size SECTION C, the distance from the the meter to the regulator. The 2 PSI system is
meter to the water heater is 20 ft (10+10) A+C: well adapted to handle the long runs required
in multifamily buildings with centralized meter
• Load is 40 CFH (40,000 BTU). banks.
• Table N-4 shows that that 3/8 inch
size can handle 112 CFH. 2. To size section A determine the entire gas
• The correct size for section C is 3/8 load it will deliver:
inch.
• furnace + water heater + dryer + range =
5. T
o size SECTION D, the distance from the 80 CFH + 40 CFH + 30 CFH + 55 CFH
meter to the dryer is 50 ft (10+40) A+D: = 205 CFH (205,000 BTUH) Select Table
N-5 “Elevated Pressure 2 PSI with 1 PSI
•L oad is 30 CFH (30,000 BTU). drop’’. This is the standard table chosen
• Table N-4 shows that that 3/8 inch to stay within the FGP-REG-3 regulator
size can handle 69 CFH at 50 feet capacity. See note below.
• The correct size for section D is 3/8
inch. • Length is 100 ft.
6. To
size SECTION E, the distance from the • T
able N-5 shows that 3/8 inch size is
meter to the furnace is 20 ft (10+10) A+E: too small for 205 CFH but 1/2 inch can
handle 226 CFH.
•L oad is 80 CFH (80,000 BTU)
• Table N-4 shows that 3/8 inch size • The correct size is 1/2 inch.
can handle 112 CFH at 20 feet
• The correct size for section E is 3/8 3. To size each of the other sections:
inch.
Select Table N-3 “Regulator Outlet 8.0
EXAMPLE 3: ELEVATED PRESSURE 2 PSI inches w.c with a drop of 3.0 inches
SYSTEM-PARALLEL ARRANGEMENT w.c
• Section B is 15 feet with a 40 CFH load
1. The system shown in Figure: 3-3 is adapted 3/8 inch has a capacity of 90 CFH.
for multifamily or single family application • Section C is 10 feet with a 80 CFH load
with an extended (100 feet) tubing run from 3/8 inch has a capacity of 112 CFH.
• Section D is 25 feet with a 30 CFH load
3/8 inch has a capacity of 69 CFH.
range
55 CFH • Section E is 20 feet with a 55 CFH load
E
furnace
80 CFH 3/8 inch has a capacity of 78 CFH.
C
water heater
40 CFH
• The correct size for all these runs is 3/8
B
2 PSI
inch.
gas meter
A 205 CFH Supply Pressure and Capacities
dryer Based on flow in cubic feet per hour natural gas
30 CFH
D
P/N 1/2 PSI 3/4 PSI 1 PSI 1-1/2 PSI
(34 mbar) (52 mbar) (69 mbar) (103 mbar)
FGP-REG-3 145 (4.1) 200 (5.7) 250 (7.1) 250 (7.1)
Figure: 3-3
FGP-REG-5A 335 (9.5) 475 (13.5) 550 (15.6) 500 (15.6)
LENGTH OF RUNS FGP-REG-7L 690 (19.5) 970 (27.5) 1000 (28.3) 1000 (28.3)
manifold A = 100 Feet
B = 15 Feet range
55 CFH
furnace
pressure regulator C = 10 Feet E

C
80 CFH
water heater
D = 25 Feet B
40 CFH
2 PSI
line shut-off
E = 20 Feet A
gas meter
205 CFH
dryer
30 CFH
D
Supply pressure 2 PSI

appliance shut-off
Allowable drop: 1 PSI up to reg.

3 inches w.c.-reg. to appliance
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EXAMPLE 4: MEDIUM PRESSURE 12-14 3. T
o size SECTION B, the line from the
INCHES W.C. 1/2 PSI) PARALLEL SYSTEM manifold serves both the range and the
WITH A SERIES BRANCH barbeque:
1. T
he system shown in Figure: 3-4 has a • Total load is 105 CFH (110,000 BTUH).
barbeque installed nearby the range. A • Longest length is 75 feet (A+B+C) from
parallel arrangement was chosen for the the meter to the barbeque.
medium pressure system (12 inch W.C. • Table N-4 shows that size 1/2 inch can
with 6 inches W.C. drop) with a single run handle 120 CFH at 75 ft.
feeding both range and barbeque in series. • The correct size is 1/2 inch.
4. T
o size SECTION C, the distance from the
bbq
55 CFH meter to the barbeque is 75 ft (A+B+C):
• Load is 55 CFH (55,000 BTUH).
• Table N-4 shows that size 3/8 inch can
range handle 55 CFH at 80 ft.
50 CFH
D
water heater
1/2 PSI
C E 40 CFH
gas meter
260 CFH 5. T
o size SECTION D, the distance from the
F
B meter to the range is 65 ft (A+B+D).
A furnace • Load is 50 CFH (50,000 BTUH).
G 80 CFH
handle 58 CFH at 70 ft.
dryer
35 CFH
6. T
o size SECTION E, the distance from the
Figure: 3-4 meter to the water heater is 30 ft (A+F):
LENGTH OF RUNS • Load is 40 CFH (40,000 BTUH).
A = 20 Feet • Table N-4 shows that size 3/8 inch can
B = 35 Feet handle 90 CFH at 30 ft.
C = 20 Feet • The correct size is 3/8 inch.
D = 10 Feet
E = 10 Feet 7. T
o size SECTION F, the distance from the
F = 10 Feet meter to the furnace is 30 ft (A+E)
G = 15 Feet • Load is 80 CFH (80,000 BTUH).
2. T
o size SECTION A, determine the length handle 90 CFH at 30 ft.
of the longest run from the meter and the • The correct size is 3/8 inch.
entire gas load it must deliver:
• Range + barbeque + water heater + 8. T
o size SECTION G, the distance from the
furnace + dryer = 260 CFH (260,000 meter to the dryer is 35 ft (A+G).
BTUH). • Load is 35 CFH (35,000 BTUH).
• Meter to barbeque is 75 ft (A+B+C) This • Table N-4 shows that size 3/8 inch can
is the longest length. handle 78 CFH at 40 ft.
• Select Table N-4 Medium Pressure. • The correct size is 3/8 inch.
Table N-4 shows that 1 inch is required
for 260 CFH at 75 ft.
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SECTION 3.2.3 —SIZING HYBRID Section A correct size is 11/2 inch black pipe.
SYSTEMS - Black Iron and TracPipe® 3.
To determine rigid pipe size (section B)
CounterStrike® Combination
reduce load by the load carried in section
To size a commercial or a residential system A1 to Radiant Heater (175 CFH). Use same
with a rigid black iron trunk line and flexible number for length: 70 ft. is longest run.
TracPipe® CounterStrike® branches feeding Load for this section is 540 CFH
the appliances, you will need both the standard Section B correct size is 1 1/2 inch black pipe.
gas piping capacity tables for black iron printed
in many plumbing and mechanical codes (and 4.
To determine rigid pipe size (section C)
contained in both National and International Fuel reduce load further by the load carried in
Gas Code) and the TracPipe® CounterStrike® section B1 to first unit heater (250 CFH).
Capacity Tables printed later in this manual. Use same number for length: 70 ft. is lon-
NOTICE: Black iron pipe capacity table is gest run. Load for this section is 290 CFH.
Section C correct size is 11/4 inch black pipe.
provided in this design guide Section 7.2.
5. To determine TracPipe®
CounterS trike ® sizing
for the branch runs the
length to be used is the
total length of black pipe
plus TracPipe® Counter
Strike® from the meter to
that appliance. The load
used is the load of the indi-
vidual piece of equipment.
6. To determine the size of

TracPipe ® Counter
Strike® (section D1) the
Figure: 3-5 length is 70 ft and the load
is 40 CFH. Using Table N-1:
LENGTH OF RUNS
A = 15 Feet C = 20 Feet Section D correct size is 3/4
A1 = 45 Feet C1 = 5 Feet inch.
B = 15 Feet D1 = 20 Feet
B1 = 10 Feet
o determine the size of TracPipe® Counter-
7. T
EXAMPLE 5: LOW PRESSURE HYBRID
Strike® (section C1) the length is 55 ft and
SYSTEM Black Iron and CounterStrike®
the load is 250 CFH. Using Table N-1:
Combination - SERIES ARRANGEMENT
Section C1 correct size is 1 1/4 inch.
1. The system shown in Figure: 3-5 is a typical
commercial building with 4 appliances. The 8. To determine the size of TracPipe® Counter
gas pressure for this example is standard low Strike® (section B1) the length is 40 ft and
pressure with 6-inch supply pressure and 0.5- the load is 250 CFH. Using Table N-1:
inch pressure drop. Section B1 correct size is 1 1/4 inch.
2.
To determine rigid pipe size (section A) o determine the size of TracPipe® Counter
9. T
determine the longest run from the meter Strike® (section A1) the length is 60 ft and
to the furthest appliance: the load is 175 CFH. Using Table N-1:
Meter to water heater Add A + B + C + D1 = Section A1 correct size is 1 1/4 inch.
70 ft. Total Load is 715 CFH (715,000 BTU)
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EXAMPLE 6: LOW PRESSURE HYBRID 5. Section C1, the longest run is 122 ft and
SYSTEM -Black Iron and CounterStrike® load is reduced to 105. Correct size is 1
Combination - SERIES ARRANGEMENT inch.
6. Section C2, the longest run is 122 ft and

Water heater load is reduced to 70. Correct size is 3/4
40 CFH H=40 ft
D=10 ft inch.
I=30 ft
G=25 ft C2=6 ft
C1=6 ft
7. Section D, the longest run is 122 ft and
F=30 ft
Low
pressure Furnace
load is reduced to 30. Correct size is 1/2
Dryer
meter 70 CFH 35 CFH inch.
230 CFH
B=20 ft Fireplace
30 CFH
A=40 ft 8. Section E, length is 60 ft and the load is
E=20 ft Range
55 CFH
55 CFH. From Table N-2A the correct size
is 1/2 inch.
Figure: 3-6
9. Section F, length is 90 ft and the load is 70
1. The system presented in Figure: 3-6 is CFH. From Table N-2A the correct size is
a typical residence with 5 appliances. 3/4 inch.
The supply pressure is 7 inches w.c. The
allowable drop is 1.0 inch w.c. total. 10. Section G, length is 97 ft and the load is
NOTICE: Check with your local inspection 40 CFH. From Table N-2A the correct size
department and/or gas utility before siz- is 1/2 inch.
ing any low-pressure system with a total
drop of more than 0.5 inch w.c. 11. Section H, length is 122 ft and the load is
30 CFH. From Table N-2A the correct size
2. The black iron trunk line (A+B+C1+C2+D)
is 1/2 inch.
will first be sized for a drop of 0.5
inch, w.c. in accordance with the stan-
12. Section I, length is 96 ft and the load is 35
dard method (longest total run) and
CFH. From Table N-2A the correct size is
each TracPipe® CounterStrike ®
1/2 inch.
branch run to an appliance will then be
sized for 1.0 inch w.c. drop based on the
EXAMPLE 7: LOW PRESSURE HYBRID
length from that appliance back to the
STEEL PIPE AND CounterStrike®
meter. The maximum pressure drop to
-PARALLEL ARRANGEMENT-MANIFOLD-
each appliance will be 1.0 inch w.c. USING THE BRANCH LENGTH METHOD
3. The longest total run is 122 ft. (total

1. The system presented in Figure: 3-7 is
length of all black iron sections and
typical of a residential installation with

TracPipe® CounterStrike® section to
four appliances. The supply pressure is
the furthest appliance). The total load is
7-8 inches water column. The system will
70+40+55+35+30=230 CFH.Correct size
for A is 1-1/4 inch. be sized with 0.5 inches w. c. drop for
the steel pipe trunk line and 1.0 inch w.c.
4. Section B, the longest run remains 122 ft drop for the TracPipe® CounterStrike®
but the load is reduced to 175 CFH. branches.
Correct size is 1 inch.
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5. To determine the size of the TracPipe®
D=30 ft CounterStrike® run “D” to the fireplace
Fireplace use the load through that branch (30 CFH)
30 CFH and calculate the length from the meter to
Water Low pressure the fireplace:
B=10 ft gas meter
C=10 ft
heater
195 CFH • Meter to fireplace is 50 ft (A + D).
35 CFH
B • Fireplace load is 30 CFH.
E=25 ft
C
Using Table: N-2A (the 1.0 inch w.c. pres-
Furnace 75 CFH sure drop chart for TracPipe® Counter
Range
55 CFH A=20 ft
Strike®). Follow the 50 ft column down, the
correct size for the fireplace branch line “D”
Figure: 3-7
is 1/2 inch.
6. To determine the size of the TracPipe®

2. To size the steel pipe trunk line, determine CounterStrike® run “E” to the range use the
the longest run from the meter to the most load through that branch (55 CFH) and cal-
remote appliance and the total load. The culate the length from the meter to the range:
longest run is to the fireplace: • Meter to range is 45 ft (A + E).
• Meter to fireplace is 50 ft (A + D). • Range load is 55 CFH.
• Total load is 195 CFH (75 + 35 + 30 + 55). Using Table: N-2A the 1.0 inch w.c. pressure
Using steel pipe Table: SP-1 following the drop chart for TracPipe® CounterStrike®.
50 ft column down, the correct size for the Follow the 50 ft column down, the correct
steel pipe is 1 inch. size for the range branch line “D” is 1/2”.
3. To determine the size of the TracPipe® SECTION 3.2.4 — ALTERNATE

CounterStrike® run “C” to the furnace use SIZING METHOD: SUM OF
the load through that branch (75 CFH) and PRESSURE LOSS CALCULATIONS
calculate the length from the meter to the
furnace: 1. In addition to the longest run sizing method,
• Meter to furnace is 30 ft (A + B). there is another approach to pipe sizing,
• Furnace load is 75 CFH. which yields results closer to the actual
friction loss results (obtained from testing)
Using Table N-2A the 1.0-inch w.c. pres-
for each section of an installed gas piping
sure drop chart for TracPipe® Counter
system. This engineered approach “Sum of
Strike®. Follow the 30 ft column down, the Pressure Loss Calculations” avoids the sim-
correct size for the furnace branch line “C” plified, conservative approximations of the
is 1/2 inch. longest run method. Mechanical engineers
who design piping systems understand that
4. To determine the size of the TracPipe® placing a building’s entire load (theoretically)
CounterStrike® run “B” to the water at the farthest equipment outlet is not only
heater use the load through that branch inaccurate but will often yield pipe sizes
(35 CFH) and calculate the length which are larger than necessary. The longest
from the meter to the water heater: run method was devised at a time when
• Meter to water heater is 30 ft (A + C). gas utilities could not always guarantee a
• Water heater load is 35 CFH. constant pressure at every meter during
Using Table N-2A the 1.0 inch w.c. times of high demands; it is a conservative
pressure drop chart for TracPipe® approach and, although it is the customary
sizing approach in North America, other
CounterStrike®. Follow the 30 ft col-
engineered calculations are permitted by
umn down, the correct size for the
most codes.
water heater branch line “B” is 3/8 inch.
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2. Pressure loss calculations which sum up USING SUM OF PRESSURE LOSS METHOD
friction losses in each section of a gas pip- EXAMPLE 8: LOW PRESSURE SYSTEM
ing system can provide a system design
with more accurate and possibly smaller
piping diameters than the traditional lon-
gest run method. These calculations utilize Low
pressure loss charts for each size of CSST, Furnace Pressure
65 CFH
which have been developed from actual Meter
135 CFH
test results. The maximum flow capaci- B=10 ft
ty is predicted with more precision than Water Heater
with the longest run method. The Sum of 35 CFH
C2=10 ft
Pressure Loss method is described below
with tables providing pressure loss per foot C1=5 ft A=10 ft
based upon the total load supplied by that D=15ft
length of pipe with all appliances operating. Dryer
35 CFH
3. The system designer has simply to deter-
mine the load and the length for each run. Figure: 3-8
A tentative size is chosen and pressure loss
SERIES ARRANGEMENT
in that leg is determined by multiplying the
loss per foot (inches w.c. from the chart) by 1. The system presented in Figure: 3-8 is sim-
the length. Starting at the meter and working ilar to that in 3-1, a single-family installation
outward the pressure loss for each leg is with the addition of one more appliance,
then summed up until the farthest appliance a dryer. The supply pressure is 6 inches
is reached. The total calculated loss is then water column and the allowable pressure
compared with the allowable loss, which drop is 0.5 inch.
must not be exceeded from the meter to the
farthest appliance. The allowable pressure 2. To size section A, calculate the load carried
loss for each system is the responsibility by that section:
of the system designer, based on model • Furnace plus Water Heater plus Dryer =
codes and on the available pressure at the 135 CFH (MBTU).
meter set (or second stage regulator) and Using Table PD-1A find pressure loss at
the pressure required for each appliance 135 MBTU load through 3/4 inch TracPipe®
(usually found on the manufacturer’s data CounterStrike® Average of 0.0135 and
plate.) Current language in many model 0.0158 is 0.0147. Drop per foot is 0.0147;
codes states: The allowable loss under max- multiply by length 10 feet = 0.147 drop.
imum probable flow conditions, from the
point of delivery to the inlet connection of 3. To size section B find the drop per foot for
the appliance, shall be such that the supply the load carried by that section:
pressure at the appliance is greater that the • Furnace Load 65 CFH (MBTU).
“minimum inlet pressure” as stated on the Using Table PD-1A find pressure loss at
appliance manufacturers data plate. If the 65 MBTU through 1/2 inch TracPipe®
initial proposed design calculation yields CounterStrike®. Use the average of loss
a total pressure loss, which is higher than between 60 and 70 MBTU: Average of
allowed, simply go back and calculate again 0.0177 and 0.0244 is 0.0211; Drop per foot
with larger sizes, starting from the meter. is 0.0211; Multiply by length 10 feet = 0.211
drop.
Sum pressure loss meter to Furnace
0.147 + 0.211 = 0.358 inch w.c.
This leg is sized properly at 1/2 inch because
sum of loss is less than 0.5 inch w.c.
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4. To size section C1 find the drop per foot for
the load carried by that section:
H=40 ft
• 70 CFH (MBTU) Water Heater
40 CFH
Using Table PD-1A find pressure loss at 70 D=10 ft
MBTU load through 1/2 inch TracPipe® G=25 ft C2=5 ft
I=30 ft
CounterStrike® C1=5 ft
Drop per foot is 0.0244; length is 5 ft; 5 X
Low F=30 ft
0.0244 is 0.122. Pressure Furnace
Dryer
Meter 70 CFH
35 CFH
230 CFH
5. To size section C2 find the drop per foot Fireplace
B=20 ft 30 CFH
for the load carried by that section:
A=40 ft
• 35 CFH (MBTU)
Range
Using Table: PD-1A find pressure loss at E=30 ft
55 CFH
35 CFH load through 1/2 inch TracPipe®
Figure: 3-9
CounterStrike® Average of 0.0077 and
0.0042 is 0.0060; length is 10 ft; 10X 0.006
is 0.06. Sum pressure loss to water heater 2. Begin by using pipe sizes determined in
0.147 + 0.122 + 0.06 = 0.329 inch w.c. This Example: 6 and determine if these are
leg is sized properly at 1/2 inch because correct with this method. It is possible that
sum of loss is less than 0.5 in. w.c. smaller pipe sizes may be sufficient; this
will be determined by calculating the sum
6. To size section D find the drop per foot for of pressure losses from the meter to each
the load carried by that section: appliance. To use this method a tentative
• 35 CFH (MBTU) size will be assigned to each run and this
Using Table: PD-1A find pressure loss at size will be confirmed or revised by the cal-
35 CHF MBTU through 1/2 inch TracPipe® culation. The sum total loss of a run from
CounterStrike®. Drop per foot is 0.006 the meter to the appliance cannot exceed
(See number 4 above); Multiply by length the allowable pressure loss.
15 feet = 0.09. Sum pressure loss to dryer
0.147 + 0.122 + 0.09 = 0.359 inch w.c. 3. To determine pressure loss through section
This leg is sized properly at 1/2 inch because A (steel pipe trunk), use the load through
that section (230 CFH) for 1-1/4 inch steel
sum of loss is less than 0.5 in. w.c.
pipe and find the pressure loss per foot
using Table: PD-2A. (Since 230 CFH is not
The sum of pressure loss method allows the listed in the chart you must extrapolate
addition of an appliance without increasing the pressure drop using the two flow rates
trunk line size. above and below the desired capacity.)
This would equate to approximately 0.0018
EXAMPLE 9: LOW PRESSURE HYBRID SYSTEM inch w.c. Pressure drop per foot. Multiply
- TracPipe® CounterStrike® Steel Pipe the length: 40 feet by the loss per foot:
and Combination - SERIES ARRANGEMENT 0.0018. The pressure loss for this section
USING SUM OF PRESSURE LOSS METHOD is 0.072.
1. The system presented in Figure: 3-9 is 4.

To determine the pressure loss through
identical to that in Figure: 3-6 a single-fam- section B, we use the load through that
ily installation with 5 appliances. Low pres- section (175 CFH). Find the loss for 1 inch
sure 6-7 inches and a pressure drop of size using Table: PD-2A. This would be
0.5 inches water column. NOTICE: in approximately 0.0041 inch w.c. per foot.
Example: 6 this system was sized using the Multiply the length: 20 feet by the loss per
longest run method. Here we will use the foot: 0.0041. The pressure loss for this sec-
sum of pressure loss method discussed in tion is 0.0820.
section 3.2D.
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5. To determine the pressure loss through to the water heater), use the load (40 CFH)
section C1 we use the load through that and find pressure loss from Table: PD-1.
section (105 CFH). Find the pressure loss In the 1/2 inch column we find 0.0077.
for 1 inch using Table: PD-2A. This would Multiply the length: 25 feet by 0.008. The
be approximately 0.0016 inch w.c. Multiply pressure loss for this section is 0.1925.
the length: 5 feet by the loss per foot Add the loss of sections A + B + C1 + C2
0.0016. The pressure loss for this section to the loss of section G for total loss from
is 0.0080” w.c. meter to furnace. 0.072 + 0.0820 + 0.0080
+ 0.0120 = 0.1740. The correct size for
6. To determine pressure loss through section section G is 1/2 inch.
C2 we use the load through that section (70
CFH). Find the pressure loss for 3/4 inch 1. To determine pressure loss through sec-
using Table: PD-2A. This would be 0.0024’ tion H (TracPipe® CounterStrike® drop
w.c. Multiply the length: 5 feet by the loss to the fireplace), use the load (30 CFH) and
per foot: 0.0024. The pressure loss for this find pressure loss from Table: PD-1. In the
section is 0.0120’ w.c. 1/2 inch column we find 0.0042. Multiply
the length: 40 feet by 0.0042. The pressure
7. To determine pressure loss through section loss for this section is 0.1680. Add the loss
D we use the load through that section (30 of sections A + B + C1 + C2 + D to the loss
CFH). Find the pressure loss for 1/2 inch of section H for total loss from meter to
using Table: PD-2A. This would be 0.0020” furnace. 0.072 + 0.0820 + 0.0080 + 0.0120
w.c. Multiply the length: 10 feet by the loss + 0.1680 = 0.3420. The correct size for sec-
tion H is 1/2 inch.
per foot: 0.0020. The pressure loss for this
section is 0.0200” w.c.
12. To determine pressure loss through sec-
tion I (TracPipe® CounterStrike® drop
8.
To determine pressure loss through sec- to the dryer), use the load (35 CFH) and
tion E (TracPipe® CounterStrike® drop find pressure loss from Table: PD-1. In the
to range) use the load through that section 1/2 inch column we find 0.006. Multiply
(55 CFH) and extrapolate the pressure loss the length: 30 feet by 0.006. The pressure
using Table: PD-1A. Trying the 3/4 inch col- loss for this section is 0.18. Add the loss of
umn we find that the pressure loss would sections A + B + C1 to the loss of section
be approx 0.0029 inch w.c. Multiply the I for total loss from meter to dryer. 0.072
length: 30 feet by the loss per foot 0.0029. + 0.0820 + 0.0080 + 0.18 = 0.3420. The
The pressure loss for this section is 0.0870. correct size for section I is 1/2 inch. Using
Add the loss of section A to the loss of sec- the Sum of Pressure Loss Method we
tion E for the total loss from the meter to the calculate that three of the five TracPipe®
range. 0.072 + 0.0870 = 0.159. Since this CounterStrike® sections (when compared
with the longest length method) can utilize
is less than the 0.5 inch w.c. allowable drop
reduced sizes to deliver the necessary load
the correct size for section E is 3/4 inch. with a pressure loss equal to or less than
the allowable 0.5 inches water column.
9. To determine pressure loss through section
F (TracPipe® CounterStrike® drop to the This enables the installer to use 1/2 inch
furnace), use the load (70 CFH) and find TracPipe® CounterStrike®on all but the
pressure loss from Table: PD-1A. In the furnace and range drops, which remain 3/4
3/4 inch column we find 0.0038. Multiply inch.
the length: 30 feet by 0.0038. The pressure
loss for this section is 0.1140. Add the loss
of sections A + B to the loss of section F
for total loss from meter to furnace. 0.072
+ 0.082 + 0.114 = 0.2680. The correct size
for section F is 3/4 inch.
10. To determine pressure loss through sec-
tion G (TracPipe® CounterStrike® drop
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CHAPTER 4
INSTALLATION PRACTICES
SECTION 4.1 — GENERAL 3. E
nds of the piping are to be temporarily
INSTALLATION PRACTICES capped, plugged or taped closed prior to
installation and pulling through structure
Precautions must be taken to ensure that any to prevent entrance of dirt, or other debris.
exposed flexible piping is not damaged or
abused during building construction. All sys-
tem hardware should be stored in a secure, 4. WARNING: Contact with sharp objects
dry location prior to installation. or harmful substances is to be avoided.
Contact with any chemicals containing
1. T he piping system is for use with fuel chlorides or ammonia must be followed
gas at operating pressures up to 25 PSI by thorough rinse and wipe dry. Typical
(USA and Canada restriction). TracPipe® chloride based chemicals include fluxes
CounterStrike® gas piping (3/8 inch up used for soldering copper tubes and acid
to 1-1/4 inch sizes) has been tested and based cleaners such as muriatic acid used
is approved for pressures up to 125 PSI, for cleaning brickwork. Use only non-cor-
and may ONLY be used at this pressure rosive leak detection fluids. (Available:
with the consent of the local gas utility TracPipe Leak Check Solution P/N FGP-
and code authority. Pressure tests up to LCS). Call customer Service.
125 PSI are permitted on sizes up to 1-1/4
inch.
5. BENDING TracPipe®
2. Only components provided by OmegaFlex® CounterStrike®
or specified as part of the TracPipe®
CounterStrike® piping system are to be Undue
stress or strain
used in the installation. on the tubing or fit- (R)
tings is to be avoided.
Do not useTracPipe® CounterStrike® tubing Bending flexible gas Figure 4-1
or fittings with tubing or fittings of any other piping is one feature
manufacturer. Itermixing of CSST tubing or which contributes to the speed of instal-
fitting components between CSST manufac- lation. Multiple tight bends can restrict
turers is prohibited. Connections between the gas flow and increase pressure drop.
two different brands of CSST may be accom- The tightest bend allowed for each size of
plished using standard malleable iron fittings. TracPipe® CounterStrike® is shown in
Table: 4-1.
MINIMUM BENDING RADIUS FOR FLEXIBLE GAS PIPING
Table: 4-1
TUBING SIZE MINIMUM
BEND RADIUS (R)
3/8 inch 9/16 inch
1/2 inch 3/4 inch
3/4 inch 1 inch
1 inch 3 inch
1-1/4 inch 3 inch
1-1/2 inch 3 inch
2 inch 4 inch
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Typical locations requiring tight bends are 6B. HORIZONTAL RUNS
termination mount installations in hollow stud Spacing of supports Hangers, supports
walls. and anchors-Piping shall be supported
at intervals not to exceed those shown in
6. SUPPORTING Table: 4-2.
TracPipe® CounterStrike® Piping shall
be supported in a workmanlike manner NOTICE: Some codes do not allow the use
with pipe straps, bands, brackets or of plastic hangars for gas piping systems.
hangers suitable for the size and weight
of the piping. TracPipe® CounterStrike®

which passes over or through a structural
member is considered to be supported
by that member.
6A. VERTICAL RUNS

Spacing of supports is not to exceed 10
feet, requiring hangers only where the
height of each floor is greater than 10 feet.
HORIZONTAL OR INCLINED RUNS

Table: 4-2
PIPING SIZE SPACING OF SUPPORTS
3/8 inch 4 FEET
1/2 inch 6 FEET
3/4 inch 8 FEET
1 inch 8 FEET
1-1/4 inch 8 FEET
1-1/2 inch 8 FEET
2 inch 8 FEET
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SECTION 4.2
Section 4.2.1 HOW TO ASSEMBLE TracPipe® AutoFlare® FITTINGS
1.
CUT-TO-LENGTH: Determine proper
length. Cut through plastic jacket and stain-
less tube using a tube cutter with a sharp
wheel. Cut must be centered between two
corrugations. Use full circular strokes in one
direction and tighten roller pressure slightly
(a quarter turn) after each revolution. DO
NOT OVERTIGHTEN ROLLER, which may
flatten tube. Figure: 4-2
NOTICE: Due to the large diameter and

depth of corrugation on sizes over 1 inch,
tubing must be cut with a standard tub-
ing cutter RIDGIDTM 152 or equal using a
TracPipe® CounterStrike® cutting wheel Figure: 4-2
no. FGP-E-5272 (P/N E-5272 or equal).
CAUTION:
Use of a small cutting wheel may flatten the
first corrugation and make cutting and/or
sealing of fittings difficult.
2. S
TRIP JACKET: Using a utility knife, strip
back the jacket. See Table: 4-3 for maxi-
mum jacket strip length. Care should be
taken to minimize the amount of jacket
material removed. Figure: 4-3, 4-4
CAUTION:
For your personal safety--Knife blade and cut Figure: 4-3
tube ends are both sharp. Use care when
cutting the jacket and handling the tube.
Table: 4-3
MAXIMUM STRIP LENGTH
Termination
Tubing FST Type and PS-II
Size Fittings Fittings
3/8" -375 1-1/8" 1-1/2"
1/2" -500 1-3/16" 1-1/2"
3/4" -750 1-1/4" 1-3/4"
1" -1000 1-3/8" 2"
1-1/4" -1250 1-5/8" 2-1/4"
1-1/2" -1500 1-5/8" 2-1/2"
2" -2000 2" 2-3/4" Figure: 4-4
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3. INSTALL FITTING NUT: Slide nut over cut
end: place two split-rings into the first
corrugation next to the tube cut. Slide
nut forward to trap the rings. Figure: 4-5
Figure: 4-5
4. W
RENCH FITTING: Place the adapter into
the nut and engage threads. Note that the
TracPipe® AutoFlare® fitting is designed
to form a leak tight seat on the stain-
less tubing as you tighten the fitting.
(The piloting feature of the adapter will
not always enter the bore of the tubing
before the tightening operation, but will
center the fitting when tightened). Using
appropriate wrenches, tighten the fitting
until adapter bottoms and the resistance
to wrenching increases greatly. The flare
has now been created on the tubing end.
WARNINGSDo not use any thread sealants
for this connection. Sealants are to be used
on the pipe thread only.
Figure: 4-6
INAL TORQUE: Tighten nut and adapter

5. F
Table: 4-4 to the torque values shown in Table 4-4.
Flexible Pipe Size Fitting Torque Value When a torque wrench is not available,
use the following method: Tighten nut and
3/8" FGP-CS-375 FGP-FST-375 40 ft.-lb.
adapter as though you were making up a
1/2" FGP-CS-500 FGP-FST-500 42 ft.-lb. flared tubing joint. Note relation between
3/4" FGP-CS-750 FGP-FST-750 45 ft.-lb. hex flats at this point and continue to
tighten for two additional hex flats (one-
1" FGP-CS-1000 FGP-FST-1000 75 ft.-lb. third turn) to obtain required torque and
1-1/4" FGP-CS-1250 FGP-FST-1250 150-200 ft.-lb. final leak-tight seal. Figure: 4-6
1-1/2" FGP-CS-1500 FGP-FST-1500 200-250 ft.-lb.
2" FGP-CS-2000 FGP-FST-2000 250-300 ft.-lb.
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Section 4.2.2 HOW TO ASSEMBLE TracPipe AutoSnap FITTINGS
® ®
WARNING: These instructions must be followed for installing TracPipe® AutoSnap® fittings
to TracPipe® CounterStrike® flexible gas piping.
WARNING: Do not use pipe sealants on any part of these fittings except the NPT threads.
Use of pipe wrenches is not recommended and may cause damage to the fittings. Use adjust-
able or open end wrenches whenever possible.
1. CUT PIPE: Determine proper pipe length and cut through
the plastic jacket and stainless steel pipe using a tubing
cutter with a sharp wheel. Use full circular rotations in one
direction, gradually tightening roller pressure after each
revolution until a clean cut is obtained. Avoid over-tighten- Figure: 4-7
ing roller as this may flatten the crowns of the corrugations
and interfere with a gas tight seal. Inspect pipe for a clean
cut without tears or distortion.
N
OTICE: Due to the corrugation depth on pipe sizes over
1”, a RIDGIDTM 152 or equal tubing cutter with a special,
hardened TracPipe® CounterStrike® FGP-E-5272 cutting Figure: 4-8
wheel must be used or damage to the pipe corrugations
will occur making sealing difficult. A RIDGID plastic cutting
TM
wheel is not suitable, and will chip/ break.

2. STRIP JACKET: Using a utility knife with a sharp blade,
strip back the jacket so THREE corrugation peeks are
exposed for straight fittings and couplings and strip FIVE
corrugations for termination fittings. This is critical for
proper insertion of pipe into fitting. Figure: 4-7
Figure: 4-9
CAUTION: Knife blade and pipe ends are very
sharp. Use care when stripping jacket and handling
tubing.
INSTALLING STRAIGHT FITTINGS AND COUPLINGS
3. NPT CONNECTION: For couplings, skip this step. For
straight fittings, connect NPT threaded end to termi-
nation point, i.e. manifold or appliance, using thread
sealant. Tighten fitting to termination point using an
adjustable wrench on the body hex only. Figure: 4-8
Do not make this connection by tightening the nut, or the assembly of the fitting to
the pipe will not be possible without disassembly and reassembly of the fitting com-
ponents.
4. PIPE TO FITTING CONNECTION: This step applies to straight and coupling fittings.
Loosen nut on the fitting 1 to 1-1/2 turns. Straighten pipe end and insert into the back of
the fitting until it snaps into place. Figure: 4-9 While holding the tubing firmly into the
fitting, tighten the nut by hand to capture the first corrugation. If inserted correctly, a
gradual resistance to tightening by hand will be felt. If a dead stop is felt, the pipe is
not inserted properly, back off nut, make sure the pipe is in completely and straight and
re-tighten by hand to confirm proper fit. Check to make sure the tubing is captured by pull-
ing on the tubing. If the tubing has been captured, use adjustable wrenches and continue
29
3/4" 40
1" 45
1 1/4" 55
HOW
to tighten the TO
nut to theDISASSEMBLE TracPipe
specified torque value or until AutoSnap® FITTINGS Min Torque
® resistance has
greatly 1 1/2"
increased. Table 75
INSTRUCTIONS to 4-5 When the
Remove nut isConnections
Fitting fully tightened leak
fromtight,
Flexible
SizeGas Piping
(ft-lbs)
there should be no2"more than ½ 90 to 1 thread showing behind the nut. 3/8" 25
in the Event of a Leak or for Re-Use
Table 4-5 1/2" 30
5. USETUBING
1. REMOVE A SECOND ADJUSTABLE
FROM FITTING: LoosenENDthe nutWRENCH ON JACKET
4. IF THE THE FITTING
WAS STRIPPED 3/4"OFF TO REMOVE40 THE
5. from
USE ABODY
the fitting.AS
SECOND ByAmoving
BACK
ADJUSTABLE END UP
tubing WHILE
back
WRENCH ONandTIGHTENING
THEforth THE
theBODY AS
FITTING NUT.
FITTING
A BACK HOLDING
UPNUT:
WHILEre-cut the tubing1" so that only 45THREE
snap THE
ring willNUT
open AND
and TIGHTENING
allow the nut and BY
tubingTURNING
to be BODY
TIGHTENING THE NUT. HOLDING THE NUT AND TIGHTENING BY TURNING BODY MAY MAY
corrugations ofCAUSE
stainless steel1 tubing
1/4" are exposed.
55 Re-
removed from the fitting body. Inspect the tubing cut: assemble the tubing and fitting as described in step 3 of
CAUSETHE PIPE
THE PIPE TO TWIST.
TO TWIST. OVER TIGHTENING
OVER TIGHTENING THEDEFORMATION
THE NUT MAY CAUSE NUT MAYTHAT CAUSE 1 1/2" 75
The majority of leaks occur due to a bad cut. Make sure the assembly instructions.
WILL DEFORMATION
NOT THAT
TO BE WILL NOT ALLOW THE FITTING TO BE
the end ofALLOW THE FITTING
the tubing cut is clean REUSED.
and free from tears 2" 90
REUSED.
and burs.
INSTALLING FLANGE TERMINATION FITTINGS FITTINGS Table 4-5
INSTALLING FLANGE
2. REMOVE NUT FROM TUBING: When it is necessary
TERMINATION
A. toMOUNT
remove
A. MOUNT the nutFLANGE:
FLANGE: from the
Mount tubing,
flange Mount strip the jacket
flange
to desired location back
toondesired
wall stud location 5.onUSE
or floor using A SECOND
wall stud or
appropriate ADJUSTABLE END WRENCH ON THE FITTING B
two corrugations
floortousing behind the
appropriate nut. Pull the nut back to
size screws provide a firm mount. size
Do notscrews
attach thetofitting
provide
to theaflange
firmatmount. Figure: NUT. HOLDING THE NUT AND TIGHTENING
TIGHTENING
this point. THE
expose4-10the snap ring.
Do after Pry
not the
attachthe snap
the ring
fittingoff of the
to thehastubing
flange at this point. This
CAUSE willPIPE
beTO TWIST. OVER TIGHTENING THE NUT MAY
This will
using be done
either aafter
pair the fitting
of pliers to
or to pipe connection
a screwdriver. Remove been completed. Insert pipe THE
done
through the back
fitting pipe connection has been completed.
of the flange after preparing pipe in accordance with steps 1 thru 3, WILL NOT Insert
ALLOW THE FITTING TO BE REUSED.
the nutpipe
from the tubing.
through the back of the flange after preparing pipe in accor-
making sure towith
dance strip jacket
stepsto1expose
thru FIVE corrugations.
3, making sure to strip jacket to expose
3. INSPECT
B. PIPE TO
FIVE THE
FITTING SNAP RING: Inspect
CONNECTION:
corrugations. the snap
Attach fitting ring
to pipe for
following all instructions in step 5. INSTALLING FLANGE TERMINATION FITTI
deformation
Once the fitting andhasreplace if necessary.
been tightened Using
to the pipe, pliers,
slightly loosen this connection until the
B. PIPE
uniformly open TOtheFITTING
ring until itCONNECTION:
will not slip into the Attach
nut fitting to A. pipeMOUNT following
FLANGE: Mount flange to desiredFigure:location
4-10 on wall st
fitting can be rotated on the pipe. Screw the fitting on to the flange and tighten. Holding
easily. allUsing instructions
your fingersintostep slightly5.compress
Figure:4-11 the ring,Once the fitting has
sizetoscrews been
the flange
press fitting
ittightened
back intonut,
the re-tighten
If thethe
nut. pipe, fallsCaution:
body.
ring easily This the
into step must be followed avoid to provide a firm mount. Do not attach the fitting
to the slightly loosen this connection until This thebefitting
will done after the fitting to pipe connection has been
excessive
nut, the twisting
ring of the
hasrotated
not been pipe when tightened.
opened
can be on the enough.
pipe. Figure: 4-12 Screw thethrough fittingthe onbackto of the flange after preparing pipe in accorda
the flange and tighten. Holding the flange fitting nut, re-tighten the
making sure to strip jacket to expose FIVE corrugations.
body. Figure: 4-13
INSTRUCTIONS FOR RE-USING FITTINGS B. PIPE TO FITTING CONNECTION: Attach fitting to pipe followi
Once the fitting has been tightened to the pipe, slightly loos
If there is aCAUTION:
leak in the fitting, the Thismoststep
probablemustcausebe followed
is that the pipe wastonot
avoid
properly excessive Figure: 4-11
fitting can be rotated on the pipe. Screw the fitting on to the
twisting
prepared and hasof theorpipe
a tear excessivewhen tightened.
deformation in the last corrugation that interferes with
the flange fitting nut, re-tighten the body. Caution: This step
proper sealing. To remove the pipe from the fitting, strip the jacket back behind the fitting
INSTRUCTIONS FOR RE-USING FITTINGS excessive twisting of the pipe when tightened.
nut/ flange about 1”. Disassemble the fitting completely, and push pipe through the nut to
expose If there
the snapisring. a leak
Gently inpry
the thefitting, the
ring off of themost
pipe, andprobable
remove pipe cause
from is thatInspect
fitting. the pipe
was
the ring fornotdamage,properly
and replaceprepared andSince
if necessary. hasthea ring
tearhasorbeenexcessive
compressed deformation
into the in INSTRUCTIONS FOR RE-USING FITTI
the last corrugation that interferes with proper sealing.
back of the body, it must be re-sized before reusing. This is achieved by carefully spreading the To remove the
pipe from the fitting, strip the jacket back behind the fitting
ring open by hand or using small pliers. After opening up the ring, insert into fitting If there nut/
nut.
flange
is a leak in the fitting, the most probable cause is that the
about 1”. Disassemble the fitting completely, and push pipe
prepared through
and has a tear or excessive deformation in the last corru
If it inserts
the nut without resistance,the
to expose it must
snap be opened further. Once
ring. Gently pry the the ring
ringhasoff
beenof installed,
thesealing.
pipe,Toand Figure: 4-12
thread the nut and body back together properstepsreplaceremove the pipe from the fitting, strip the jacke
remove pipe from fitting. loosely.
Inspect Re-cut
thethering
tubing foranddamage,
prepare perand if
1 thru necessary.
3, and assemble Since the ring has been compressed into nut/
to fitting. the flange
backabout 1”. Disassemble the fitting completely, and push
of the
body, it must be re-sized before reusing. This is achieved by carefully Gently pry the ring off of the pipe, and remo
expose the snap ring.
spreading the ring open by hand or using small pliers. After the ring opening
for damage, upand replace if necessary. Since the ring has be
the ring, insert into fitting nut. back of the body, it must be re-sized before reusing. This is achieve
CAUTION:
If it insertsKnife blade and
without pipe ends areitvery
resistance, sharp.be
must Useopened
care when further.
stripping jacket
ring openOnce by handtheor using small pliers. After opening up the ring,
ring has
and handling been installed, thread the nut and body backIftogether
tubing. loose-
it inserts without resistance, it must be opened further. Once th
ly. Re-cut the tubing and prepare per steps 1 thru 3, and assemble to
fitting. thread the nut and body backFigure: together4-13
loosely. Re-cut the tubing a
1 thru 3, and assemble to fitting.
CAUTION: Knife blade and pipe ends are very sharp. Use care
when stripping jacket and handling tubing.
CAUTION: Knife blade and pipe ends are very sharp. Use c
and handling tubing.
DO NOT USE THREAD SEALANTS WITHIN THE FITTING. USE THREAD

SEALANTS ONLY ON THE NPT THREADS
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AutoFlare® (Patented) – The Fitting is the Flaring Tool
SECTION 4.2.3 — TROUBLE SHOOTING FITTING

CONNECTIONS
1. T
he tubing cut is the critical step in the fitup 3. R
EASSEMBLY PROCEDURE- When reat-
procedure. Always cut in a straight section taching the AutoFlare fitting, it is only nec-
of piping, rather than an area you have essary to re-insert the split rings into the
bent. Use light roller pressure applied on space between the first two corrugations
every revolution to cut tube evenly around and to pull the nut back over the rings
its surface. Remember that this tube has into position. The adapter can then be
a thinner wall than the copper tube you conveniently re-threaded into the nut and
are accustomed to cutting. A sharp blade torqued as before. If the nut cannot be
is very important, and it will be helpful to pulled into place, examine the split-rings,
reserve one cutter for stainless steel only. which may have been “coined” by the first
torque operation. If this is the case, simply
2. If the fitting connection cannot be made reverse the split-rings positioning to align
to seal upon applying torque per the with the nut and continue the assembly
instructions in Section 4.2, continue to process. If the fitting is reattached more
tighten an additional quarter to a half turn. than three times, or if the nut cannot be
If leakage continues, do not continue to pulled over the rings in any position, then
apply torque. Disassemble the fitting and the split-rings must be replaced. Packets
inspect the sealing surfaces. The most of spare split-rings are available (P/N FGP-
likely cause of leakage is foreign material RING-SIZE) and the remaining fitting parts
on the sealing surfaces. Wipe both fitting can be re-used.
and tubing flare with a clean cloth. Inspect
the formed flare on the tubing end, which SECTION 4.3 — ROUTING OF
should appear round when compared TUBING
with the split ring washers and the nut
in place. If any deformation is noted, the Depending on local building codes and con-
tubing can be recut and the fitting re-at- struction practice, Flexible gas piping can be
tached. The patented Autoflare fitting has routed:
an insert which is self piloting and does 1.
Beneath floor joists, through floor and
not require special tooling to make a leak ceiling joists, along side of floor and ceil-
proof fitting. ing joists. This is the typical location
for residences and commercial build-
ings with basements and for multi-floor
sytems. Multiple tubing runs may be bun-
dled.
31
2. E
xterior/interior wall cavities. Hollow inte- 5. METAL STUDS
rior wall cavities are the preferred location For installations involving horizontal runs
for vertical runs of tubing. Piping runs may through galvanized steel studs, use the
be installed in insulated walls. For bat type plastic grommets supplied by the stud
insulation the piping may be placed within manufacturer
or in front of the insulation facing sheet.
Piping restrained by rigid foam type insu- 6. C
are shall be taken to route the tubing in
lation shall be protected along the entire areas that are least susceptible to poten-
vertical run in accordance with Section tial threats wherever possible. Flexible gas
4.4.1. piping larger than 1 inch nominal internal
diameter installed within hollow cavity
CAUTION: Exposed stainless steel that walls of 2 x 4 construction shall be pro-
may come in contact with spray foam insula- tected along the entire concealed length.
tion must be wrapped in self bonding silicone
tape in accordance with Section 4.3.2.
3. Through approved conduit under ground SECTION 4.3.1 — CONCEALED
or under building slabs. When piping
runs are located below grade or under a LOCATIONS FOR FITTINGS —
concrete slab, the TracPipe® Counter GENERAL PROVISIONS
Strike® shall be routed within a non-me-
tallic water-tight conduit. No tubing The TracPipe® AutoFlare® mechanical
joints are permitted within the conduit. attachment fittings have been tested and
Gas piping runs beneath building slabs are listed per the requirements of ANSI LC1
must be both sleeved and vented as per and CSA 6.26 Standard (USA and CANADA).
local codes. See Underground Installa- This specification provides test requirements
tions Section 4.9 for underground use of which certify fittings for concealed installa-
TracPipe PS-II. TracPipe PS-II meets tions and connections to appliances where
code requirements for underground and concealing the fittings is the only practical
under building slab installation. alternative.
4.
Clearance holes for routing the piping These guidelines address some of the known
through studs, joists, plates etc. shall have situations which may require the use of a
a diameter at least 1/2 inch larger than the concealed fitting. While accessibility of fittings
outside diameter of the piping. When a may be desirable, there are often situations
structural member must be drilled, confor- where concealing the fitting is the only practical
mance to building codes must be followed. option. This guide cannot address all applica-
No structural member shall be seriously tions of concealed fittings but provides instead
weakened or impaired by cutting, notching typical instructions to demonstrate the princi-
or otherwise altering the member. Minimum ples which apply to fittings, listed for installation
drill hole sizes are listed in Table: 4-6. in concealed locations.
TracPipe® CounterStrike® shall not pass
through a bored hole through which any
metallic pipe, metallic tube, electrical con- EXCLUSIONS:
ductor, electrical or electronic cable or elec-
trical metallic raceway also passes. 1. M
anifold Stations (for 2 PSI systems)
which include the multiport manifold, shut
Table 4-6 off valve, and pressure regulator shall not
be installed in concealed locations regard-
TUBING SIZE DRILL HOLE SIZE less of the qualifications of tubing fittings.
3/8 inch 1-1/8 inch
1/2 inch 1-3/8 inch NEW INSTALLATIONS:
3/4 inch 1-1/2 inch
1.
CSST may be connected to steel piping
1 inch 1-3/4 inch systems through threaded pipe connections.
1-1/4 inch 2-1/4 inch This can be a stub-out to an appliance con-
1-1/2 inch 2-1/2 inch nection or outdoors to a meter, etc.
2 inch 3 inch
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2. F
lexible piping connections to fireplace Flexible piping fittings originally installed in
“key valves” can be located in a concealed accessible ceiling locations can be con-
location, when accessibility is not readily cealed at a later date in the event that a ceil-
provided. See Figures:4-14 and 4-15 ing is installed. Precautions shall be taken
to ensure that the newly concealed piping
AUTOFLARE
TRACPIPE and fittings are adequately protected from
GLOBE KEY VALVE COUNTERSTRIKE
FITTING
(ON INLET AND OUTLET)
GAS TUBING
(ON INLET AND OUTLET)
accidental puncture in accordance with the
instructions in this guideline.
2. Extensions to existing tubing runs-A

tubing run can be modified to permit an
extension to another appliance location
provided there is sufficient capacity to sup-
C-CLAMPS
FOR SUPPORT ply both appliances at the same time. If an
MOUNTING STUB accessible location for the modification is
not available, the existing tubing run can
Figure: 4-14 be modified with a tee fitting, resulting in a
concealed fitting.
Key Valve
Bracket 3. Repairs to existing tubing runs-Damaged
Assy.
tubing runs shall be repaired in accordance
with instructions in this guide (Section 5.2).
The repair can result in a line splice which
may ultimately be located in a concealed
location.
SECTION 4.3.2 — OUTDOOR

INSTALLATION ISSUES
Outlet to fireplace use

The TracPipe® CounterStrike® jacket is
TracPipe CounterStrike resistant to UV and is able to withstand
or rigid pipe
exposure to long periods of sunlight. ANSI/
Figure: 4-15 IAS LCI-CSA 6-26 contains test require-
3. M
ultiple gas outlets – when multiple out- ments determining suitability for exposure
lets are supplied from a single run of pip- of CSST piping systems to outdoor environ-
ing, each downstream outlet branch can ments. TracPipe® CounterStrike® is certi-
be connected to the main run using a tee fied to this standard and is fully qualified for
fitting which can be located in a concealed outdoor installations.
location. Figure: 4-16.
MODIFICATIONS TO INSTALLED 1. W
hen installed outdoors, the plastic jack-
SYSTEMS: eting shall remain intact as much as prac-
tical for the given installation. Any por-
1. New ceilings in unfinished rooms/base- tions of exposed stainless steel shall be
ments. wrapped with self bonding silicone tape
sealing the fitting connection to prevent
later corrosive attack by acid wash or
chloride based compounds. Figures: 4-17
and 4-18.
2. When TracPipe® CounterStrike® is

installed in a swimming pool mechanical
Figure: 4-16 Multiple outlets along main tubing run

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room or exposed to a corrosive environ- SECTION 4.4 — PROTECTION
ment which may be harmful to the tubing, all
exposed portions of the stainless steel tub- The flexible gas piping must be adequately
ing shall be wrapped with self-bonding tape. protected from puncture, shear, crush or
Figures: 4-17, 4-18. other physical damage threats. The tubing
shall be protected at points of support and
3. When installed along the side of a structure when passing through structural members
(between the ground and a height of 6 feet) such as studs, joists and plates in accor-
in an exposed condition, the TracPipe® dance with this section. PROTECTION IS
CounterStrike® shall be installed in a loca- REQUIRED WHENEVER THE TUBING IS
tion which will not subject the piping to CONCEALED, RESTRAINED, AND WITHIN
mechanical damage or be protected inside a 3 INCHES OF A POTENTIAL THREAT. If
conduit or protective cover. the tubing requires protection, the following
NOTICE: For support and protection, measures should be taken.
OmegaFlex® recommends that outside runs
along the side of a building shall be clipped SECTION 4.4.1 —
securely to the wall or other structural compo- STRIKER PLATE REQUIREMENTS
nent.
1. Install shielding devices i.e. striker plates to
4. TracPipe® CounterStrike® SHALL NOT
protect the tubing from penetration by drill
BE BURIED DIRECTLY IN THE GROUND
bits, nails, screws, etc. in those areas where
OR PENETRATE CONCRETE UNLESS IT
the tubing will be concealed and will not be
IS SLEEVED INSIDE OF A NON-METALLIC
free to move to avoid such puncture threats.
(PVC) WATER TIGHT CONDUIT or use
NOTICE: Only CSA approved hardened
TracPipe PS-II. The conduit shall be sealed
at any exposed end to prevent water from striker plates listed for CSST systems may
entering. See instructions for underground be used.
installations Section 4.9. a. At support points and points of penetra-
5. W hen installed underneath mobile homes tion less than 2 inches away from any
or in crawl spaces, TracPipe® Counter edge of a stud, joist, plate, etc. shielding
Strike® shall be installed in accordance is required at the area of support and
with these outdoor instructions. within 5 inches of each side (if appro-
priate). Use a half striker or a full striker
plate in these locations. Figure: 4-19.
Figure: 4-19
Long Unsupported
Tubing Runs
(over 3’) within
a Wall Partition.
Figure: 4-17 Wrapping with self bonding

silicone tape - begin on jacket.
Figure: 4-18 Wrapping with self bonding

silicone tape - end on nut.
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b. At support points and points of penetration 2 use include: (but are not limited to) outside
to 3 inches from any edge of stud, joist plate, walls of buildings with sheathing in place,
etc. shielding is required throughout area of between floors with enclosed joist areas,
support. Use a quarter striker plate in these and retrofits in existing buildings with walls in
locations. Figure: 4-8. place. Steel pipe having an inner diameter at
Figure: 4-20
Shielding Requirements at Support Area when Points of Penetration
are 2-3 inches from any Edge of a Stud, Joist, Plate, etc.
least one-half inch larger than the TracPipe®
CounterStrike® O.D. is approved by CSA
c. Hardened steel striker plates provide the International for this use as an alternate to
required protection through building struc- striker plates. Protection must extend 5 inch-
tures as described above. Type RW Floppy es beyond the penetration of the struc-
steel conduit shall be installed as additional tural member(s). A 12 inch pipe length is
protection at termination points. Figure: appropriate for penetration of a single stud.
4-21. OmegaFlex recommends the use of standard
striker plates where the building construction
permits their installation. See Chart for pipe
sizes.
Typical Wall Stud
(Wood or Metal)
3-1/2"
Interior Wall CounterStrike Size Steel Pipe Size
Termination
Outlet (Stud
Mounted)
3/8 inch 1-1/4 inch
1/2 inch 1-1/4 inch
3/4 inch 1-1/2 inch
Stripwound
1 inch 2 inch
Metal Hose
1-1/4 inch 2-1/2 inch
1-1/2 inch 2-1/2 inch
Striker Plate
2 inch 3-1/2 inch
Less than 2"
2. T
he best protection is to install the tubing
Figure: 4-21 in those out of the way areas where
testing has shown no protection is neces-
sary, for example:
d. When tubing is routed horizontally between a. W

here the tubing is supported more
studs, install quarter striker plates at each than 3 inches from any outside edge of
stud and floppy galvanized steel conduit a stud, joist, plate, etc. or wall surface.
(spiral metal hose) along the entire length. Figure: 4-22.
e. Schedule 40 steel pipe has been tested by b. Where any non-restrained tubing can be
CSA International and found acceptable for displaced from the direction of potential
puncture protection. Steel pipe can be used penetration.
where standard striker plates cannot reason-
ably be installed. Examples of this type of
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Figure: 4-22
No Shielding Requirement at Support Area when Points of Penetration are greater than 3 inches
from any Edge of a Stud, Joist, Plate, etc.
and is not concealed by wallboard or ceilings. non-metallic materials. OmegaFlex® recom-

d. In unfinished garage walls where tubing mends either removing the black jacket or
is exposed. transitioning to the CounterStrike® product
when passing through areas such as drop
SECTION 4.4.2 —THROUGH WALL ceiling return plenums.
PENETRATIONS
1. TracPipe® CounterStrike® meets build-

ing code requirements (ASTM E84) with
respect to flame spread and smoke densi-
ty. This permits installation in drop ceilings
used as return air plenums without jacket
removal.

2. For through wall penetration fire stop
instructions refer to the UL classification
requirements shown in Appendix A. When
passing through a fire stop (2 hr. wall) the
jacket shall not be removed. Seal between
building and TracPipe® CounterStrike®
with an approved 3M type CP-25 or equiv-
alent caulk.
3. TracPipe® CounterStrike® has through

wall penetration UL Classifications for 1,
2, 3 and 4 hour requirements depending
on materials and type of construction. See
Appendix A.
NOTICE: For TracPipe PS-II tubing with

black outer jacket, the installer shall address
local building codes with respect to flame
spread and smoke density regulations for
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SECTION 4.5 —
METER CONNECTIONS
1. M
eters which depend on the service and
house piping for support shall not be direct- Meter Mount
ly connected to the flexible piping. Instead, (Surface mount on sheathing
or through the rim joist.)
use a meter termination fitting or termination
mount fitting with steel pipe for the outdoor
portion of the connection. For mounting of
meters, all fastener locations should be used
when installing the flange or mounting plate.
Figure: 4-23 and 4-24.
2. Meters which are independently supported Termination Mount

with a bracket can be directly connected (Mount on one stud.)
outdoors with TracPipe® CounterStrike®
Figure: 4-25. If practical, direct connections
shall include a 3 to 6 inch additional length of
tubing to accommodate differential settling
and meter movement. No mechanical pro-
tection of the tubing is required for outdoor
connections. NOTICE: Prior to installlng
TracPipe® CounterStrike® directly to a
meter, ensure that the local utility allows this
practice and meter is independently sup-
ported as some utilities have regulations
specifying meter attachments. Any exposed Stud Bracket
sections of stainless steel piping must be (Mount between two studs.)
wrapped with a self-bonding silicone tape.
This is especially important with mason- Figure: 4-24
ry construction. Figure: 4-23. A sleeve is Meter Mounting Accessories
required for TracPipe® CounterStrike®
penetrations of masonry construction and
recommended for wood frame construc-
tion.
Note: Diameter of hole shall be at

least 1/2" greater than O.D. of tubing Use a meter
and shall be sleeved and sealed in termination or
accordance with local building code a termination
(if applicable). mount here
Figure: 4-23 Figure 4-25
37
SECTION 4.6 — APPLIANCE ly fastened to the wall or floor using a pipe flange
CONNECTIONS or other rigid mounting component. Another
option is to use a termination mounting bracket
A listed termination outlet (termination mount, fastened to the block wall and make the drop with
flange fitting, or recessed wall box) are designed TracPipe® CounterStrike®. Final connection
to be used at all floor & hollow wall piping out- is with a flexible appliance connector.
lets used for moveable appliances and quick
disconnect devices. The termination outlets are 1.
MOVABLE APPLIANCE CONNECTIONS
intended to simplify the installation of gas con- (SUCH AS RANGES AND DRYERS) SHALL
nections for moveable appliances and minimize BE MADE USING APPROVED FLEXIBLE
the need for concealed fittings. The flange fitting APPLIANCE CONNECTORS. F igure: 4- 27.
or plate shall be securely fastened in place during See also recessed wall box Section 4.6.1.
rough-in. It may be attached to a brace spanning
between studs for a wall location, or directly to 2. FIXED APPLIANCE CONNECTIONS MAY BE
the floor Figure: 4-26. The flange may also be DIRECTLY CONNECTED TO THE FLEXIBLE
mounted with a flange L-bracket, which is nailed GAS PIPING SYSTEMS (in most jurisdic-
or screwed to a stud. tions). When the fixed appliance is located in
As an alternate to using a listed termination out- a secure, dedicated space, such as a base-
let for moveable appliances, a rigid termination ment, attic, garage or utility closet, the flexi-
can be made by transitioning the TracPipe® ble piping may be directly connected to the
CounterStrike® to rigid black pipe at a suitable appliance shut-off valve without installation of
location. The rigid pipe stub-out must be secure- a flange fitting or flexible appliance connector.
Figure: 4-26
Support Device Flange Termination Outlet
Interior Wall
Stripwound
Metal Hose
Protected
6"
Area Termination
Outlet
Typical Wall Stud

(Wood or Metal)
3-1/2"
Figure: 4-27
Stainless Steel Gas Connector Connection to a Movable Gas Appliance
38
SECTION 4.6.1 — RECESSED
WALL BOX
NOTICE: This TracPipe® CounterStrike®

Gas Outlet Box has been tested and
approved for 1 and 2 hr Fire Stop Systems
in accordance with UL 1479. It installs with
zero clearance for a finished appearance
in laundry rooms, kitchens and mechanical
rooms, and provides a rigid attachment
point for appliance connectors serving mov-
able appliances. This box is not suitable for
use with black iron pipe or any CSST brand
other than TracPipe® CounterStrike®.
Wall Box Installation Instructions
1. Remove knockout for appropriate size CAUTION: FGP-WBTM is fire rated
valve. The 3/8 inch and ½ inch size to UL 1479. This box has been designed
use the small knockout and the ¾ inch for use with TracPipe® CounterStrike®
size uses the large knockout. Install Flexible Gas Piping as an appliance termi-
TracPipe® CounterStrike® gas piping nation and is not suitable for connection to
and cut to desired length using a stan- any other CSST brand or black iron pipe.
dard tubing cutter with a sharp wheel. Installers must be trained on TracPipe®
Strip jacket back approx. 2 inch. Inspect CounterStrike® before installing this prod-
pipe for a clean cut without tears. uct.
Figure: 4-28
2. Remove box cover and slip locknut and

box over end of pipe. Figure: 4-28
VALVE NUT SPLIT LOCKNUT
NOTICE: M
ounting tabs are oriented for a RINGS
single layer of drywall. When two
layers are used for some 2-HR
rated walls, remove screws on
tabs and invert mounting tabs.
39
Figure: 4-29
Figure: 4-32
3.
Disassemble nut and split rings from
valve. Figure: 4-29 6. Slide box up and over the threads on the
bottom of the nut and mount box firmly to
stud. Provide full support by fastening
both mounting tabs to structure where
required by local codes.
7. Secure valve assembly to box with lock-
nut. Figure: 4-32
Figure: 4-30
4. Slip nut over end of pipe and insert split
rings into valley of the first corrugation.
Figure: 4-30
Figure: 4-33
8. Install box cover after completion of dry-
wall. If the gap between the edges of the
box and the drywall is less than 1/4", no
fire caulking is required. Figure: 4-33
NOTICE: These instructions must be used

Figure: 4-31 in conjunction with the TracPipe® Counter
5. Thread 90 degree ball valve onto nut and Strike® Design and Installation Guide.
tighten so valve outlet faces forward. It TracPipe® CounterStrike® flexible gas
is recommended that crescent wrenches piping material must only be installed by

be used to avoid damaging valve or nut. a qualified person who has been trained
Figure: 4-31 Do not use thread seal- through the TracPipe® CounterStrike® Gas
ants on this connection. Piping Installation Program.
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SECTION 4.6.2 — PAD MOUNTED equipment. Whenever possible, roof pen-
EQUIPMENT, ROOF TOP EQUIPMENT etrations shall be located within 6 feet of
the equipment to be connected as shown
1. G
as equipment mounted on concrete pads in Figure: 4-34. Long runs of tubing shall
or blocks such as L.P. tanks, gas air con- be supported with non-metallic blocks at
ditioners, heat pumps, pool heaters, NGV the support interval listed in Table: 4-2, and
refueling stations and gas generators, may raised above the roof a distance determined
be connected to the TracPipe® Counter by local code/practice. Figure: 4-35. The
Strike® system at a termination fitting using blocks are to be attached to the roof surface
either rigid pipe or an approved outdoor in accordance with the roofing manufactur-
appliance connector. Direct connection of er’s instructions.
TracPipe® CounterStrike® to pad mount-
ed equipment is permitted when the CSST 3. TracPipe® CounterStrike® may be sup-
is securely supported and located where ported with strut/channel running from block
it will be protected from physical damage. to block beneath the flexible gas pipe.
Follow local and state codes. Any portions Galvanized shallow channel (13/16 inch)
with splice plates at joints and bends pro-
vides a secure, damage resistant “track”.
With metallic strut support, blocks can be
reduced to every 8 feet. The TracPipe®
CounterStrike® should be firmly attached
to each block with metallic clamps designed
for the strut or appropriate fastening mecha-
nism. Figure: 4-36. Black cable ties (UV resis-
tant) at intermediate points facilitate rolling
out the TracPipe® CounterStrike®.
Figure: 4-34 Short (1-6 foot) outdoor

connection to roof mounted equipment
of exposed stainless steel shall be wrapped

with self bonding silicone tape sealing the
fitting connection. Figures: 4-17 and 4-18.
When the appliance is mounted on vibration
isolations pads the TracPipe® Counter
Strike® shall be terminated with a listed Figure: 4-36
termination fitting and the appliance shall be
connected to the gas piping system with a 4. P
iping run vertically up the side of the
listed appliance connector. building shall be protected in accordance
with the Section 4.3.2 Outdoor Installation
2. N
o special mechanical protection of the Issues.
piping is required for connection to roof top
TYPICAL:
NON-METALLIC TUBING SUPPORT
SPACING PER TABLE 4-2 GAS
SHUT-OFF VALVE UNION APPLIANCE
*TUBING ELEVATED
4-6" TYP. ABOVE ROOF
Figure: 4-35 STANDARD ROOF

PENETRATION
CSST
TUBING CLIP
HUNG CEILING
*HEIGHT OF ELEVATION BASED ON LOCAL PLUMBING/BUILDING

CODE REQUIREMENTS AND/OR WINTER ICE BUILDUP.
41
SECTION 4.6.3 — OUTDOOR 3.
Permanently mounted lights located on
APPLIANCES — BARBEQUE GRILL decks shall be connected to the piping
AND GAS LIGHT CONNECTIONS system the same as permanently mounted
grills shown in Figure: 4-38 and in accor-
1. M
ovable grills shall be connected using dance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
an approved outdoor appliance connector
which shall be attached to the flexible pip-
ing system at either a termination mount
fitting, a transition to a steel nipple, or a
quick connect device such as the M. B.
Sturgis Model 3/375 shown in Figure: 4-37.
The quick-connect outlet shall be installed
in accordance with manufacturer’s instruc-
tions.
2. P
ermanently mounted grills located
on decks shall be connected with the
Figure: 4-38
TracPipe® CounterStrike® system as
shown in Figure: 4-38 and in accordance 4. Y
ard mounted lights shall be connected to
with this guide. The outdoor portion of the TracPipe® CounterStrike® system as
the piping shall be supported against the shown in Figure: 4-39. All piping installed
side of any of the inside deck joists. If the below grade shall be protected by non-me-
elevation of the deck is below the top of tallic, water-tight conduit or TracPipe
the foundation, any exposed piping shall PS-II for underground use. Exposed ends
be protected using water-tight non-metallic of the conduit shall be sealed against water
conduit. entry.
Figure: 4-39
Figure: 4-37
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Section 4.6.4— FIREPLACE 4. When it is permitted (see Item 1) to install
INSTALLATIONS TracPipe® CounterStrike® through sheet
metal enclosures, such as those common-
1. TracPipe® CounterStrike® shall not ly used in decorative gas fireplaces, the
be directly routed into a metallic gas manufacturer’s recommendation is to leave
appliance enclosure utilizing a metallic the protective polyethylene jacket in place
vent which penetrates a roofline. The
through the sheet metal penetration. The
TracPipe® CounterStrike® connection
shall be made outside of the metallic gas TracPipe® CounterStrike® should be
appliance enclosure to a segment of rigid clipped to the building structure at a suitable
metallic pipe, a stub-out or a termination location outside the fireplace to limit the
fitting (Figure 4-40).
amount of motion after installation. If addi-
2. TracPipe® CounterStrike® may be used
tional protection is required, a short piece
to deliver gas directly to the control valve
of floppy conduit or PVC pipe may be used
for approved unvented appliances, heat
between the jacket and the enclosure.
generating fireplaces with side-wall vent-
ing, gas logs used in masonry fireplaces, In masonry fireplace installations of deco-
5.
and pre-fabricated fireplace inserts with rative gas appliances (log sets) it is recom-
non-metallic venting. mended to leave the polyethylene jacket
3. TracPipe® CounterStrike® connections in place throughout the masonry pene-
to approved unvented appliances and tration providing a non-metallic sleeve for
sidewall vented fireplaces may be made the flexible stainless steel. Caulking can
to the shut-off valve located in the con- then take place between the jacket and
trol area beneath the burner unit without the penetration at interior and/or exterior
removal of the polyethylene jacket. When locations. Remove the jacket inside the
connecting to decorative gas logs the
firebox. If additional protection is required,
jacket shall be removed inside the fire
box. Stainless steel melting temperatures the TracPipe® CounterStrike® may be
(2000o F) are consistent with black iron. sleeved using PVC pipe in addition to the
included jacket.
CAUTION: For gas log lighter installa-
6. T
he FGP-FPT may be used in all applica-
tions in all-fuel fireplaces, the TracPipe®
tions where it is desirable not to penetrate
CounterStrike® run MUST be terminated at
the enclosure with tubing. Figure: 4-41.
the key valve or another location outside the
fireplace.
METAL FABRICATED FIREPLACE

Metal Vent
MASONRY FIREPLACE
TracPipe
CounterStrike
TracPipe
through
stud
Key Valve Bracket walls
FGP-KVB-500
or
FGP-KVB-750-500
(Opt.)
TracPipe CounterStrike through Sleeve if

Stub Out basement or crawl space required
FGP-FPT-500 (Opt.)
Figure: 4-40 Figure: 4-41

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elevated pressure low pressure
from gas meter to appliances
line shut-off
approved valve
vent limiter
AutoFlare fittings
house line union manifold

dirt trap pocket regulator
per code
Figure: 4-42
SECTION 4.7 — MANIFOLD &

REGULATOR STATION
The use of a central manifold and regulator

station is recommended for elevated pres-
sure systems which are typically installed in
a parallel arrangement to take advantage of
the capacity of the regulator. Figure: 4-42.
Manifolds are available with the TracPipe®
CounterStrike® system, or the use of black
iron pipe and tee fabricated manifolds is per-
mitted with this system. The manifold/reg-
ulator station should be located nearby the
largest gas consuming appliances, typically
the furnace or boiler and the water heater in
order to allow short runs to these units.
The manifold station MUST be located in an

accessible location because of the shut-off
valve(s) and regulator it contains. The mani-
fold station may be contained in an enclosure Gas Load Center
box called a gas load center. Figure: 4-43. Figure: 4-43
Optional gas shut-off valves may be mount-
ed on the manifold for each appliance run.
Manifolds installed on low pressure systems

or in locations removed from the regulator
may be concealed.
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SECTION 4.8 — REGULATORS AND
ELEVATED PRESSURE SYSTEMS 6. F
or outdoor installations remove the vent
limiter and mount regulator with the vent
A tubing system used at gas pressures outlet pointing down to prevent the entrance
exceeding 1/2 PSI but serving appliances of water. A plastic cap FGP-CAP-3 is avail-
rated for 1/2 PSI maximum, shall contain a able, for outdoor installations permitting the
pounds-to-inches regulator to limit the down- regulator to be mounted in an upright posi-
stream pressure to no more than 1/2 PSI. tion, for some regulator models.
Gas pressure regulators shall comply with a
nationally recognized standard for pressure SECTION 4.8.1 REGULATOR
regulators. ADJUSTMENTS
Regulators used to reduce elevated system 1. R

egulators can be adjusted to deliver
pressures for use by appliances must also different outlet pressures within a limited
conform to the following: range. The range is determined by the
spring installed.
1. M
ust be sized to supply the required appli-
ance load. Section 4.8.2 2.
Adjustment can be accomplished by first
removing the regulator seal cap to expose
2. M
ust be equipped with an acceptable the adjusting screw. Turning the screw clock-
vent limiting device, supplied by the man- wise will increase outlet pressure, turning it
ufacturer, or be capable of being vented counter-clockwise will decrease pressure.
to the outdoors. OmegaFlex® ships all
regulators with vent-limiters installed.
3. M
ust be installed in accordance with man-
ufacturers instructions. When a vent-limit-
er is used the regulator must be mounted
in an upright position. Install the regulator
properly with gas flowing as indicated by
the arrow on the casting.
4. Must be installed in a fully accessible area

with an approved shut off valve ahead of
regulator. A union will enable removal of
CAUTION: For outdoor venting, the line
the regulator if the location does not oth-
must be at least the same size as the reg-
erwise permit removal for servicing. The
ulator vent connection, and cannot exceed
ability of the TracPipe® AutoFlare® or
a length of 30 feet. The vent shall be
AutoSnap® fitting to allow disassembly
designed to prevent entry of water, insects
and reattachment provides for regulator
or other foreign materials that could cause
removal in most instances.
blockage of the line. DO NOT VENT TO
APPLIANCE FLUE OR BUILDING EXHAUST
5.
Line regulators do not vent gas under
SYSTEM. DO NOT VENT TO PILOT LIGHT.
normal operating conditions. Any regulator
found to be venting gas should be replaced
immediately. Vent-limiters are required to
limit venting in the event of a diaphram fail-
ure, within the regulator, to limits identical to
those imposed on a gas appliance control
valve.
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3. If spring adjustment will not produce desired screw clockwise if outlet pressure readings
outlet pressure, check to make sure supply do not continue to increase. THIS MAY
pressure is at least equal to desired outlet RESULT IN OVER-FIRING DUE TO LOSS
pressure plus pressure drop of the regula- OF PRESSURE CONTROL, SHOULD
tor. If supply pressure is adequate, consult THERE BE A SUBSEQUENT INCREASE
factory if adjustment still can not be made. IN INLET PRESSURE.
Do not continue to turn regulator adjusting
APPLIANCE
PRESSURE
SECTION 4.8.2 REGULATOR SUPPLY PRESSURE AND CAPACITIES

DROP FOR SINGLE AND MULTIPLE APPLIANCES
NATURAL GAS 0.64 SPECIFIC GRAVITY
REGULATOR CAPACITIES expressed in CFH (m3/h) 0.64 Specific Gravity Gas
Operating Inlet Pressure
Outlet
Regulator Maximum Single 1/2 psi 3/4 psi **1 psi ***1-1/2 psi
Part Number NPT SIZE Pressure
Application Appliance Load (34 mbar) (52 mbar) (69 mbar) (103 mbar)
Set Point
2 psig FGP-REG-3 1/2” 140 (4.0) 8” w.c. 145 (4.1) 200 (5.7) 250 (7.1) 250 (7.1)
2 psig FGP-REG-3P 1/2” 140 (4.0) 11” w.c. 93 (2.6) 172 (4.9) 225 (6.4) 250 (7.1)
2 psig FGP-REG-5A 3/4” 300 (8.5) 8” w.c. 335 (9.5) 475 (13.5) 550 (15.6) 550 (15.6)
2 psig FGP-REG-5P 3/4” 300 (8.5) 11” w.c. 211 (6.0) 391 (11.1) 511 (14.5) 550 (15.6)
2 psig FGP-REG-7L 1” 900 (25.5) 8” w.c. 690 (19.5) 970 (27.5) 1000 (28.3) 1000 (28.3)
2 psig FGP-REG-7L 1” 900 (25.5) *11” w.c. 441 (12.5) 816 (23.1) 1000 (28.3) 1000 (28.3)
***
5 psig w/ OPD FGP-REG-3L47 1/2” 125 (3.5) 8” w.c. 125 (3.5) 125 (3.5) 125 (3.5) 125 (3.5)
5 psig w/ OPD FGP-REG-3L47 1/2” 125 (3.5) *11” w.c. 105 (3.0) 125 (3.5) 125 (3.5) 125 (3.5)
5 psig w/ OPD FGP-REG-3L48 1/2” 200 (5.7) 8” w.c. 160 (4.5) 200 (5.7) 200 (5.7) 200 (5.7)
5 psig w/ OPD FGP-REG-3L48 1/2” 200 (5.7) *11” w.c. 120 (3.4) 200 (5.7) 200 (5.7) 200 (5.7)
5 psig w/ OPD FGP-REG-5AL48 3/4” 320 (9.1) 8” w.c. 320 (9.1) 320 (9.1) 320 (9.1) 320 (9.1)
5 psig w/ OPD FGP-REG-5AL48 3/4” 320 (9.1) *11” w.c. 245 (6.9) 320 (9.1) 320 (9.1) 320 (9.1)
5 psig w/ OPD FGP-REG-5AL600 3/4” 425 (12.0) 8” w.c. 345 (9.8) 425 (12.0) 425 (12.0) 425 (12.0)
5 psig w/ OPD FGP-REG-5AL600 3/4” 425 (12.0) *11” w.c. 260 (7.3) 425 (12.0) 425 (12.0) 425 (12.0)
5 psig w/ OPD FGP-REG-5AL601 1” 465 (13.2) 8” w.c. 375 (10.6) 465 (13.2) 465 (13.2) 465 (13.2)
5 psig w/ OPD FGP-REG-5AL601 1” 465 (13.2) *11” w.c. 285 (8.1) 465 (13.2) 465 (13.2) 465 (13.2)
* Requires manual field adjustment of regulator to obtain 11” w.c. outlet pressure
** Recommended sizing column for 2 psig Natural Gas TracPipe CounterStrike installations refer to Table N-5 Section 7.0.
*** Recommended sizing column for 5 psig Natural Gas TracPipe CounterStrike installations refer to Table N-6 Section 7.0.
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PROPANE 1.53 SPECIFIC GRAVITY (MBTUh values based on Gas with a
REGULATOR CAPACITIES expressed in CFH (m3/h) 1.53 Specific Gravity Gas heating value of 2520 BTU per cubic
foot)
Operating Inlet Pressure
Outlet
Regulator Maximum Single 1/2 psi 3/4 psi **1 psi 1-1/2 psi
Part Number NPT SIZE Pressure Set
Application Appliance Load (34 mbar) (52 mbar) (69 mbar) (103 mbar)
Point
91 (2.6) 60 (1.7) 112 (3.2) 146 (4.1) 162 (4.6)

2 psig FGP-REG-3P 1/2” 11” w.c.
[229 MBTUh] [152 MBTUh] [281 MBTUh] [368 MBTUh] [409 MBTUh]
195 (5.5) 137 (3.9) 254 (7.2) 332 (9.4) 357 (10.1)
2 psig FGP-REG-5P 3/4” 11” w.c.
584 (16.5) 286 (8.1) 529 (15.0) 649 (18.4) 649 (18.4)
2 psig FGP-REG-7L 1” *11” w.c.
* Requires manual field adjustment of regulator to obtain 11” w.c. outlet pressure
** Recommended sizing column for 2 psig Propane TracPipe CounterStrike installations refer to Table P-3 Section 7.0.
CONSULT THE REGULATOR MANUFACTURER FOR ADDITIONAL CAPACITY & PRESSURE DROP INFORMATION.
SECTION 4.8.3 — OVER- Regulators for 5 PSI systems must be shipped

PRESSURE PROTECTION as an assembled unit from the factory, regu-
lator with OPD attached. Consult the cur-
At supply pressures in excess of 2-PSI the rent TracPipe® CounterStrike® Price List
ANSI Z21.80 line regulator standard requires for information regarding part numbers and
a means - (an over-pressure protection device capacity.
(OPD) approved and tested with the regula-
tor) to limit the downstream pressure to 2-PSI NOTICE: For systems operating above 5-
maximum, in the event of regulator failure. PSI or incorporating regulators approved to a
standard other than ANSI Z21.80 consult your
local code authority regarding over-pressure
To comply with the ANSI Standard and with
protection requirements.
all codes adopted in the US and Canada,
all installations exceeding 2-PSI (primarily
5-PSI systems, but including all other elevat-
ed pressure installations higher than 2-PSI
nominal) require a tested and approved over-
pressure protection device for use with the
pounds to inches regulator. This requirement
applies to line regulators but not to appliance
regulators.
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SECTION 4.9 — UNDERGROUND 2. MODEL CODES
INSTALLATIONS TracPipe® PS-II (patented) installations
conform to the underground fuel gas
1. CODE REQUIREMENTS
installation requirements of:
When gas piping runs are located below
The National Fuel Gas Code NFPA 54
grade in contact with earth or other mate-
The International Fuel Gas Code
rial that could corrode the piping, codes
The Uniform Plumbing Code UPC®
require that the gas piping shall be protect-
The LP Gas Code NFPA 58
ed against corrosion.
When piping is installed underground
beneath buildings, codes require that the
piping shall be encased in a conduit SECTION 4.9.1— GUIDELINES
and be vented in accordance with the FOR UNDERGROUND
code. Table: 4-7. The conduit shall be INSTALLATIONS
designed to withstand the superimposed 1. Lay TracPipe® PS-II in a trench. Install
loads. NO FITTINGS OR COUPLINGS the gas piping with a substantially contin-
ARE PERMITTED BENEATH BUILDINGS. uous bearing on the bottom of the trench,
Table: 4-7 to the appropriate burial depth as defined
CounterStrike Size Min. Conduit Size in Table: 4-8 and shown in Figure: 4-44.
3/8 inch 1-1/4 inch
1/2 inch 1-1/4 inch CAUTION: TracPipe® PS-II systems
3/4 inch 1-1/2 inch must only be installed by a
1 inch 2 inch qualified person who has been trained
1-1/4 inch 2-1/2 inch through the TracPipe® CounterStrike® Gas
1-1/2 inch 2-1/2 inch Piping Installation Program. All installa-
2 inch 3-1/2 inch tions must comply with local code require-
ments and the instructions contained in
Larger Conduit may be required to the TracPipe® CounterStrike® Design and
accommodate any bends in the piping.
Installation Guide.
TracPipe PS-II Underground CSST Product
Figure: 4-44
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Table: 4-8
Minimum cover requirements for TracPipe® PS-II, Burial in inches (cover is defined as the shortest distance measured
between a point on top surface of the outer sleeve and the top surface of finished grade, concrete or similar cover)
Location of buried TracPipe® PS-II Minimum cover for direct burial without
concrete encasement
All locations not specified below 18 inch
In trench below 2-in thick concrete or equivalent 12 inch
Under a building with interior slab 4 inch
Under minimum of 4-in. thick concrete exterior slab with no 4 inch
vehicular traffic and the slab extending not less than 6-in
beyond the underground installation
Under streets, highways, roads, alleys, driveways, and 24 inch
parking lots
One and two family dwelling driveways and parking lots and 18 inch
used only for dwelling-related purposes
In or under airport runways, including adjacent areas where 18 inch
trespassing prohibited
Note: When encased in concrete, the concrete envelope shall not be less than 2 inches thick.
2. When transitioning TracPipe® PS-II 4-9. To make a tighter bend in order to line
from below grade or under slab to above up for a wall penetration, use a rigid fitting
grade, use the recommended minimum such as a malleable iron elbow.
bend radius as shown in Table: 4-9. 5. TracPipe® PS-II is suitable for above
TABLE: 4-9 ground installations and is resistant to
U.V. exposure. Portions rising above grade
RECOMMENDED MINIMUM BENDING should be rigidly supported by direct
RADIUS FOR TracPipe® PS-II attachment to a wall or independent sup-
Tubing Size Minimum Bend Radius R port, (e.g. metallic strut) or by connection to
PS-II rigid downstream piping or fittings (e.g. at a
3/8 inch 6 inch
meter or propane second stage regulator).
1/2 inch 6 inch 6. When installing TracPipe® PS-II under-
3/4 inch 8 inch ground through a foundation, the space
between the outer jacket and the building
1 inch 10 inch
shall be sealed to prevent entry of gas or
1-1/4 inch 12 inch water.
1-1/2 inch 16 inch
7. TracPipe® PS-II can penetrate direct-
2 inch 18 inch
ly through a concrete slab unless other
requirements are established by local
3. Recommended exposed clearance height codes concerning slab penetrations and
(height to the TracPipe® AutoFlare® fitting firestop requirements.
above grade) is 12 inches when terminat-
ing at this point. For vertical runs up the 8. TracPipe® PS-II can be transitioned to
outside of a building in traffic areas, pro- standard TracPipe® CounterStrike®
tect the TracPipe® PS-II as explained in piping above grade using TracPipe®
Section 4.3.2. CounterStrike® AutoFlare® fittings with
a TracPipe® PS-II Coupling P/N FGP-
4. Avoid bending the above grade vertical UGC-SIZE. Remove the black plastic
portion of the TracPipe® PS-II piping vent coupling on the standard TracPipe®
beyond the minimum bend radius in Table: CounterStrike® side.
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Alternatively use a malleable iron coupling the entrance of water, insects or foreign
for the transition. materials.
9. TracPipe® PS-II must be transitioned 11. Typical underground installations for cor-
above ground to standard TracPipe® rugated stainless steel tubing include, but
CounterStrike® when routing through are not limited to:
plenums or through firestop penetrations. • Pool and spa heaters
The black TracPipe® PS-II sleeve is not • School science laboratories
qualified for these locations. • Gas service to outbuildings
• Gas lamp posts and grills
10. Venting of TracPipe® PS-II shall be in
accordance with local codes to prevent
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TracPipe PS-II Cut-Away
Figure: 4-45
SECTION 4.9.2— TRACPIPE PS-II ing codes with respect to flame spread
and smoke density regulations for non-
1. TracPipe® PS-II is a patented system metallic materials. TracPipe® PS-II is not
suitable for above ground and under- suitable for use in return air plenums or
ground use. It is designed with our stan- through penetration fire stop systems per
dard CSST tubing and incorporates an UL classification requirements.
internally ribbed sleeve (conduit), and spe-
cially designed end fittings that provide 4. TracPipe® PS-II is supplied in standard
vent capability at either end of a piping run lengths on reels or custom cut lengths.
in the event of a leak in the CSST. Figure: Standard reel lengths are 100, 150, and
4-45 250 feet (100 foot lengths for sizes up to
1 inch.)
2. TracPipe® PS-II complies with all model
code requirements for underground/under 5. TracPipe® PS-II lengths can be spliced
slab burial and carries the following list- together by using available couplings.
ings / certifications: All metallic portions of the fittings under-
ground shall be mastic-wrapped to con-
• ICC-ES PMG-1052 Listing form to local codes for under ground pip-
LC1023 PMG Listing Criteria ing. Be certain prior to back-filling that no
• IAPMO tested and UPC listed for metallic portions of the piping system will
underground use per IGC 201-2004 be exposed to earth. No fittings or cou-
plings are permitted under building
• CSA listed to ANSI/CSA LC-1 for slabs.
above ground use.
NOTICE: T he ANSI /CSA LC-1 6. When pressure testing TracPipe® PS-II,
Standard has no provisions it is necessary to remove at least one fitting
for evaluating CSST for vent plug to insure proper test results on the
direct burial. stainless steel tubing. Codes do not require
pressure testing of the sleeve. If local juris-
3. For above ground TracPipe® PS-II instal- dictions require the sleeve to be tested, do
lations, the installer shall meet local build- not exceed the pressure of the pipe (25 PSI
maximum).
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SECTION 4.9.3— TRACPIPE PS-II Tools Required for Assembly
FITTING ATTACHMENT * Utility knife with sharp blade
* Appropriate size adjustable or monkey wrenches
* Tubing Cutter:
For up to 3/4" -#151 Ridgid® tubing cutter (FGP-
TC-151) w/TracPipe cutting wheel (FGP-E-5272)
For 1" and up -#152 Ridgid® tubing cutter (FGP-
TC-152) w/TracPipe cutting wheel (FGP-E-5272)
* Reciprocating saw or hacksaw
• TracPipe® PS-II is constructed from

OmegaFlex® standard stainless steel fex-
ible gas pipe sleeved in a fully vent-capa-
ble polyethylene sleeve.
Figure: 4-47
1.Unreel pipe into trench or on the ground
and cut to desired length plus one addition-
al foot. Cutting up to 1" size can be done
with a large tubing cutter. For 1-1/4 to 2
inch sizes, a reciprocating saw is recom-
mended. Figure: 4-47
Figure: 4-46
• TracPipe PS-II fittings are constructed

from TracPipe® CounterStrike® patented
AutoFlare® fittings with a plastic contain-
ment coupling and 1/4 inch NPT vent port.
Fittings assemble without special tools.
Figure 4-46
• When pressure testing TracPipe PS-II,
it is necessary to remove at least one Figure: 4-48
fitting vent plug to insure proper test
results on the stainless steel tubing. 2. Mark the sleeve at specified length on
the Strip Length Chart Table: 4-10 - plus 2
inches. Figure: 4-48
Table: 4-10
Jacket Strip Length / Fitting Torque / Superimposed Loading Chart
Size 3/8 1/2 3/4 1 1-1/4 1-1/2 2
Jacket Strip Length 1-1/2" 1-1/2" 1-3/4" 2" 2-1/4" 2-1/2" 2-3/4"
Fitting Torque Value 40 ft-lb 42 ft-lb 45 ft-lb 75 ft-lb 150 ft-lb 200 ft-lb 250 ft-lb
OD for Core Hole Sizing .820 1.08 1.32 1.6 1.96 2.18 2.8
Max. Superimposed 9640 7254 5409 4203 3390 2901 2124
Loading psf
Notes: 1. Super-imposed loading includes all dead load and live load combinations.
2. Maximum buried depth of 36"; 3. Soil Density : 120 pcf; 4. Factor of safety used: 4.
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Figure: 4-53
Figure: 4-49
3. Using the appropriate tubing cutter with 7. Remove adapter and split rings from fit-
TracPipe® #FGP-E-5272 cutting wheel, ting. Attach adapter to equipment. Slip
score the black sleeve approximately half coupling and nut over end of pipe all the
of the way through. Figure: 4-49. Use way to expose first corrugations of pipe.
extreme care not to cut or score the stain- Insert split rings into first corrugation as
less corrugated pipe! Typically, no more shown. Figure: 4-53
than two turns in on the cutter is sufficient.
Figure: 4-54
Figure: 4-50
8. Holding the black coupling, slide fitting up

4. Finish cutting through the sleeve down to capture split rings into nut. Be sure split
to the stainless corrugated pipe using a rings slip all the way to the base of the
sharp utility knife. Figure: 4-50 internal threads. Assembly is now ready
to be attached to the adapter on the equip-
ment. Figure: 4-54
Figure: 4-51
Figure: 4-55
5. Using a twisting motion, remove the black

sleeve from the pipe. Figure: 4-51. It may Thread nut onto adapter previously
9.
be necessary to cut sleeve longitudinal- installed on the equipment. Using appro-
ly and peel off for larger sizes. Inspect priate wrenches, hold adapter and tighten
stainless pipe for scoring from the nut to proper torque specified. Figure:
tubing cutter. 4-55. Do not over tighten or use any pipe
dope or thread sealants on this connec-
tion. This is a metal-to-metal seat and will
not seal if pipe dope or thread sealants are
used. Sealants are to be used on the NPT
Figure: 4-52
connection to the equipment only!
NOTICE: When installing coupling FGP-UGC-
SIZE the same instructions apply, except
6. Using the tubing cutter, trim corrugated metallic parts of the fitting must be wrapped
pipe to strip length specified in Table: 4-8. in a code approved manner (e.g. mastic used
Cut slowly in the root of the corrugation in for wrapping metallic pipe).
the same manner you would cut copper
tubing. Inspect end of pipe for a clean cut
without tears in corrugation. Figure: 4-52.
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®
SECTION 4.10 — ELECTRICAL SECTION 4.10.1 - TRACPIPE
BONDING/GROUNDING COUNTERSTRIKE® BONDING
INSTRUCTIONS For all products date coded
WARNING! 0731 and higher (manufactured after July 30, 2007)
FIRE / FUEL GAS PIPING
Non-conductive jacketed CSST systems or 1. The instructions for cutting tubing and for
systems that contain non-conductive jack- making fitting connections to TracPipe®
eted CSST must be additionally bonded per CounterStrike® are located in Section
the 2009 or later edition of the UPC, IFGC or 4.2 of this manual.
NFPA-54.
2. There are no additional bonding require-
It is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED to equipo- ments for TracPipe® CounterStrike® and
tentially bond all mechanical systems to the underground TracPipe PS-II imposed by
building’s grounding electrode. the manufacturer’s installation instruc-
tions. TracPipe® CounterStrike® is
Definitions:
1. to be bonded in accordance with the
National Electrical Code NFPA 70 Article
Grounding: The process of making an
250.104(B) in the same manner as the
electrical connection to the general mass
of the earth. This is most often accom- minimum requirements for rigid metal
plished with ground rods, ground mats piping. Installers must always adhere to
or some other grounding system. Low any local requirements that may be strict-
resistance grounding is critical to the er than these instructions. In these cases
operation of lightning protection tech- see Section 4.10.2.
niques. 3. Do not apply any non-metallic labels or

Bonding: The process of making an elec- paint to TracPipe® CounterStrike®.
trical connection between the grounding
electrode and any equipment, appliance,
or metal conductor: pipes, plumbing, SECTION 4.10.2— WHEN
flues, etc. Equipment bonding serves BONDING IS REQUIRED
to protect people and equipment in the
event of an electrical fault. 1.
When additional bonding of the
Equipotential Bonding: The process of TracPipe® CounterStrike®, yellow jack-
making an electrical connection between eted TracPipe® or TracPipe® PS-II® sys-
the grounding electrode and any metal tem is required by local codes, a bonding
conductor: pipes, plumbing, flues, etc., clamp must be attached to either the brass
which may be exposed to a lightning TracPipe® AutoFlare® or AutoSnap® fit-
strike and can be a conductive path for ting adapter Figure: 4-56, or to a black
lightning energy towards or away from the pipe component (pipe or fitting) within the
grounding electrode. gas piping system. The corrugated stain-
The TracPipe® CounterStrike® gas pip-
2. less steel portion of the gas piping sys-
ing system shall be bonded in accordance tem SHALL NOT be used as the bonding
with these instructions and local codes. attachment point.
In the event of a conflict between these
instructions and local codes, the local codes
shall control. The piping system is not to be
used as a grounding conductor or electrode
for an electrical system.
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The bonding should be in accordance with the 5. Multiple gas meters used for a single
National Electrical Code NFPA 70. Bonding building may be bonded with a single
electrode conductor sizing shall be in accor- bonding conductor installed in a "daisy
dance with NFPA 70 Article 250.66 and Table: chain" configuration.
250-66.
6. Original yellow jacketed TracPipe® must
HEAVY GAUGE BONDING
be bonded in accordance with this Section.
BONDING WIRE
CLAMP
BLACK IRON
TEE
BRASS AUTOFLARE STRAIGHT

Figure: 4-25 FITTING
Figure: 4-56
BRASS BONDING CLAMPS WARNING

•
Failure to properly bond the TracPipe®
Part No. Fits TracPipe® Fits Iron
AutoFlare® Fitting Pipe size CounterStrike® flexible gas piping system
in accordance with NEC/NFPA 70 may
FGP-GC-1 3/8", 1/2" 1/2", 3/4", 1
lead to damage to the CSST system in the
FGP-GC-2 3/4", 1", 1-1/4" 1-1/4", 1-1/2", 2"
event of a lightning strike.
FGP-GC-3 1-1/2", 2" 2-1/2", 3", 4"
•
A lightning induced fire in the building
Table: 4-11 could lead to serious personal injury or
TracPipe® bonding clamps have been
2. significant property damage.
tested and approved by CSA in accor- • Lightning is a powerful and unpredictable
dance with UL 467 / CSA C22.2 No. 41-07 natural force, and it has the capacity of
when installed on black iron/galvanized damaging gas piping systems due to arc-
steel pipe and TracPipe® AutoFlare® or ing between the gas piping system and
AutoSnap® brass hex fittings. Only a sin- other metallic systems in the building.
gle point of attachment is required to pro-
tect the entire gas piping system. Table: •
If the building to be piped is in a high
4-11. lightning flash density area or a region
with a high number of thunderstorm days
3.
If possible, avoid running the bonding
per year, consideration should be given to
conductor a long distance through the
utilizing the Lightning Risk Assessment
building. The connection should be as
method given in Annex L of NFPA 780 for
short as practical. The bonding clamp
a determination of the need for a lightning
can be connected at a point on the piping
protection system.
system near the grounding electrode sys-
tem.
Lightning induced voltages seeking
4.
ground are subject to impedance; con-
sider utilizing a multi-stranded bonding
jumper for greater surface area, rather
than solid wire.
All references to model building codes are to the version of those codes adopted by the local authority having jurisdiction. If there
are no such local codes, refer to the current edition of the National Fuel Gas Code NFPA 54 and National Electrical Code NFPA 70.
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CHAPTER 5
INSPECTION, REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT
SECTION 5.1 — MINIMUM INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS
TracPipe® CounterStrike® Inspection Checklist
All installations shall be inspected by the authority having jurisdiction in accordance with
state and local mechanical/plumbing codes or the National Fuel Gas Code NFPA 54
(ANSI Z 223.1), IFGC or UPC.
Installer has TracPipe® CounterStrike® Training Certification card.
Inspection and pressure test completed at rough in.
Strike protection in place where required.
TracPipe® CounterStrike® tubing is supported at proper interval.
No damaged tubing dents or defects. (See 5.2).
Inspect for elecrical bonding where required.
TracPipe® CounterStrike® Flexible Gas Piping

Omega Flex, Inc.
451 Creamery Way, Exton, PA 19341-2509
Toll free: (800) 671-8622
Tel: (610) 524-7272
Fax: (610) 524-7282
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SECTION 5.2 — REPAIR OF SECTION 5.3 — REPAIR OF
DAMAGED PIPING DAMAGED JACKET
If the tubing is damaged, refer to the following If the TracPipe® CounterStrike® jacket has
sections to determine the severity of damage been ripped, torn, cut or has been exposed to
and, if necessary, the method of repair. an electrical arc, a repair is required. The jack-
et shall be wrapped using self-bonding sili-
1. N
o repairs or replacement of the tubing
cone tape over the damaged area insuring that
is necessary if the tubing is only slightly
the damaged jacket is fully covered and fully
dented due to impact or crushing as indi-
wrapped around the jacket circumference.
cated in Figure: 5-1.
2. T
he tubing must be replaced under the
following circumstances:
a. The tubing has been significantly
crushed or dented Figure: 5-2.
b. The tubing has been damaged by Figure: 5-1 – Repair Unnecessary.
puncture of any kind, i.e., nails, No Significant Damage to the Tubing
screws, drill bits, etc. Due to Impact or Crushing
c. The tubing has been bent beyond its
minimum bend radius so that a crease
or kink remains. Figure: 5-3.
METHOD OF REPAIR
Figure: 5-2 – Repair Necessary.
A line splice can be made using a TracPipe®
Significant Damage to the Tubing
CounterStrike® AutoFlare® or AutoSnap®
Due to Impact or Crushing
coupling, If the tubing run is short and easily
accessible, the preferred repair method is
to replace the entire length. Tubing run can
often be replaced faster than repairing the
damaged section with a splice as this does
not add any additional fitting joints to the
system.
1. Where repairs or replacements involve cor-
rugated stainless steel tubing systems of
different manufacturers, the systems can
be joined again through standard pipe cou- Figure: 5-3 – Repair Necessary.
plings and the appropriate CSST fittings. Damage Due to Bending Beyond
Figure: 5-4. Minimum Bend Radius
Figure: 5-4 – Repair of Damaged Tubing with a New Section of Tubing and a joint splice or
a TracPipe® CounterStrike® AutoFlare® or AutoSnap® Coupling
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CHAPTER 6
PRESSURE/LEAKAGE TESTING
SECTION 6.0 — PRESSURE TEST tion process.
PROCEDURE 6. NOTICE: When pressure testing
TracPipe PS-II, it is necessary to remove
®
The final installation must be inspected and at least one fitting vent plug to insure prop-
tested for leaks at 1 1/2 times the maximum er test results on the stainless steel tubing.
working pressure, but not less than 3 PSI, Codes do not require pressure testing of
using the procedures specified in Chapter the sleeve. If local jurisdictions require the
8 “Inspection, Testing and Purging" of the sleeve to be tested, do not exceed the
National Fuel Gas Code*, NFPA 54/ANSI pressure of the pipe (25 psi maximum).
Z223. 1* or pressure test according to these
guidelines or to local codes. When local SECTION 6.1 — Pressure Test for
codes are more stringent, local codes must
be followed. If no local codes apply, test
Elevated Pressure Systems
according to the National Fuel Gas Code or
IFGC or UPC. The installer should never pres- NOTICE: Do not subject TracPipe®
sure test with the pounds-to-inches regulator CounterStrike Sizes 1-1/2 inch or 2 inch to
installed. This may damage the regulator. excessive pressure. Pressure test 1-1/2 inch
and 2 inch sizes to local code requirements
1. Pressure testing should be performed during but not to exceed 40 PSI. In the absence of
rough construction of the facility before code requirements, test to 1-1/2 times actu-
interior walls are finished. This will permit a al working pressure, not to exceed 40 PSI.
more complete inspection of the piping sys-
tem during the pressure testing, and save Systems above 1/2 PSI requires a two-part
costly rework in the event of leaks or other pressure test. (See Figure: 6-1) The first part
problems. TracPipe® CounterStrike® is is performed on the elevated pressure sec-
not responsible for repairs necessary to cor- tion, between the meter connection and the
rect defects discovered after interior walls pounds-to-inches line gas pressure regulator.
are finished.
The second part is performed on the low pres-
2. D
o not connect appliances or pressurize
sure section, between the pounds-to-inches line
the system with fuel gas until after the
gas pressure regulator and the gas appliance
pressure test is completed.
outlet. If a steel pipe “jumper" is inserted in place
3. A
ll gas outlets for appliance connections of the line gas pressure regulator the entire
should be capped during pressure testing. system can be pressure tested in one step.
4. U S E O N L Y N O N - C O R R O S I V E L E A K
CHECK SOLUTIONS. Rinse with water
and dry the tubing thoroughly after leak
Elevated Pressure Test Low Pressure Test
detection. (Available: Leak Check Solution air in air in
P/N FGP-LCS). pressure
guage
pressure
guage
5. M
ost utilities perform a leak test after set-
ting the gas meter and prior to turning on appliances
the gas. This test is performed after the service
regulator meter
house line
regulator
final construction is complete and finished (remove or valve off if

pressure test exceeds 10 PSI)
(capped or
valved off)
interior walls are in place. This test is per-

formed to assure no damage was done to
Figure: 6-1 – Pressure Test Requirement for a
the tubing during the closing-in construc- 2 PSI System
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SECTION 6.1.1 — APPLIANCE This will insure adequate pressure to each
CONNECTION LEAKAGE CHECK appliance under full-load conditions.To
PROCEDURE accomplish this, measure the line pressure
at the appliance connection while operat-
1. A
fter the final pressure test, inspection ing the appliance.
and final construction is complete (finished
interior walls) connect the appliances to 2. T
he inlet pressure for typical natural gas
the tubing system. appliances should measure between 4
and 6 inches water column under full-
2. T
his final connection can be accomplished load conditions. If this pressure can not
by a stainless steel flexible connector, be obtained a slight adjustment to the
direct connection with CSST tubing or with pounds-to-inches regulator may be nec-
rigid black pipe. See section 4.6 for instal- essary to increase the line pressure. Do
lation details and guidelines. not set any system regulator over the sys-
tem design pressure (2 PSI).
3. Turn the gas on at the meter and inspect for
leakage before operating the appliances.
B. Spring Adjustment
4. C
onnections made at the appliances
should be leak checked with a bubble 1. T
he 2 PSI system pounds-to-inches line
solution. Before placing the appliances gas pressure regulator can be adjusted
in operation the tubing system should be with an outlet pressure ranging between 7
purged. This displaces the air in the sys- and 11 inches of water column. The reg-
tem with fuel gas. Be sure to bleed tubing ulator must be adjusted according to the
system into a well ventilated area. manufacturer’s recommended procedure.
A pressure gauge mounted just down-
stream of the regulator can monitor the set
CAUTION: Leak test solutions pressure under various loads.
may cause corrosion to some types
of material in the gas tubing system. 2. T
he regulator is typically set when the
Be sure to water rinse after the test system is operating at approximately 75
and thoroughly dry all contacted percent of maximum load.
material. Also, the vent limiter should
not be leak tested with a liquid test 3. T
he average natural gas appliance is
solution. This will contaminate the designed to operate at 3 to 4 inches water
internal ball check mechanism or column manifold pressure, and a pressure
plug the breathing hole, resulting in difference of 1 to 2 inches of water column
erratic regulator operation. across the appliance regulator which will
prevent slow regulator response. Thus, the
appliance regulator will operate best at 5
to 6 inches water column inlet pressure. In
SECTION 6.1.2 — REGULATOR this case, the 2 PSI line gas pressure reg-
PERFORMANCE - OPTIONAL ulator should be reset to deliver approx-
TESTING imately 8 to 10 inches of water column
outlet pressure under load to allow for 3
A. Load Response inches of water column pressure drop in
the tubing. Some appliances may have
1. A
performance test should be conducted different inlet pressure requirements.
while operating all appliances at full load.
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CHAPTER 7
CAPACITY TABLES
SECTION 7.0 — SIZING TABLES
for TracPipe® CounterStrike® and TracPipe® PS-II Flexible Gas Piping
STANDARD TABLES
Natural Gas 6-7 inch w.c. / 0.5 inch w.c. drop
8 inch w.c. / 3 inch w.c. drop
12-14 inch w.c. / 6 inch w.c. drop
2 PSI / 1 PSI drop
5 PSI / 3.5 PSI drop
Propane 11 inch w.c. / 0.5 inch w.c. drop
2 PSI / 1 PSI drop
ADDITIONAL TABLES
Natural Gas 6-7 inch w.c. / 1 inch w.c. drop
7-8 inch w.c. / 1.5 inch w.c. drop
7-8 inch w.c. / 2 inch w.c. drop
8 inch w.c. / 2.5 inch w.c. drop
11 inch w.c. / 5 inch w.c. drop
10 PSI / 7 PSI drop
25 PSI / 10 PSI drop
Propane 11-12 inch w.c. / 1.0 inch w.c. drop
10 PSI / 7 PSI drop
25 PSI / 10 PSI drop
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Table N-1 Low Pressure (Standard)
Maximum Capacity of OmegaFlex TracPipe CSST in Cubic Feet per Hour (CFH) of Natural Gas (1000 BTU per cubic foot approx)
Min. Gas Pressure: 6-7 in w.c.
Pressure Drop: 0.5 in w.c.
(Based on a 0.60 Specific Gravity Gas)
Tubing Length (feet)
Size EHD 5 10 15 20 25 30 40 50 60 70 75 80 90 100 125 150 200 250 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 1100 1200 1300 1400 1500
3/8" 15 63 45 37 33 29 27 23 21 19 18 17 17 16 15 14 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 6 5 5 5 5 4 4 4 4
1/2" 19 138 99 81 70 63 58 50 45 41 38 37 36 34 32 29 26 23 20 19 16 14 13 12 11 11 10 10 9 9 9 8
3/4" 25 344 245 201 175 157 143 125 112 102 95 92 89 84 80 71 65 57 51 46 40 36 33 31 29 27 26 24 23 22 22 21
1" 31 589 419 343 298 267 244 212 190 174 161 156 151 142 135 121 111 96 86 79 68 61 56 52 48 46 43 41 40 38 37 35
1 1/4"39 1109 789 646 561 503 460 399 358 327 303 293 284 268 254 228 208 181 162 148 128 115 105 97 91 86 82 78 75 72 69 67
1 1/2"46 1790 1261 1027 888 793 723 625 559 509 471 455 440 415 393 351 320 277 247 226 195 174 159 147 137 129 123 117 112 107 103 100
2" 62 4142 2934 2398 2078 1860 1698 1472 1317 1203 1114 1076 1042 983 933 835 762 661 591 540 468 419 382 354 331 312 296 283 271 260 251 242
see notes below*
EHD (Equivalent Hydraulic Diameter) A theoretical size which reflects the hydraulic performance of the tubing. It is not a true physical measure. This number is used to compare individual sizes between different manufactures.
The higher the EHD number the greater the flow capacity of the piping.
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Table N-2A Low Pressure (Canada & USA 1 in drop)
Size EHD 5 10 15 20 25 30 40 50 60 70 75 80 90 100 125 150 200 250 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 1100 1200 1300 1400 1500
3/8" 15 87 63 52 45 41 37 33 29 27 25 24 23 22 21 19 17 15 14 12 11 10 9 8 8 7 7 7 6 6 6 6
1/2" 19 193 138 113 99 88 81 70 63 58 54 52 50 47 45 40 37 32 29 26 23 20 19 17 16 15 14 14 13 13 12 12
3/4" 25 482 344 282 245 220 201 175 157 143 133 129 125 118 112 100 92 80 71 65 57 51 46 43 40 38 36 34 33 32 31 30
1" 31 827 589 483 419 376 343 298 267 244 227 219 212 200 190 170 156 135 121 111 96 86 79 73 68 64 61 58 56 54 52 50
1 1/4"39 1558 1109 908 789 707 646 561 503 460 426 412 399 377 358 320 293 254 228 208 181 162 148 137 128 121 115 110 105 101 97 94
1 1/2"46 2541 1790 1458 1261 1126 1027 888 793 723 669 646 625 589 559 499 455 393 351 320 277 247 226 209 195 184 174 166 159 152 147 142
2" 62 5848 4142 3386 2934 2626 2398 2078 1860 1698 1573 1520 1472 1388 1317 1179 1076 933 835 762 661 591 540 500 468 441 419 399 382 367 354 342
*Notes: Tables above include losses for four 90-degree bends and two end fittings. Tubing runs with larger numbers of bends and/or fittings shall be increased by the equivalent length of tubing to the following equation:
L=1.3n where L is the additional length of tubing and n is the number of additional fittings and/or bends.
Table N-2B Low Pressure (Canada & USA 1.5 in drop)
Size EHD 5 10 15 20 25 30 40 50 60 70 75 80 90 100 125 150 200 250 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 1100 1200 1300 1400 1500
3/8" 15 105 76 63 55 49 45 39 35 33 30 29 28 27 26 23 21 18 16 15 13 12 11 10 9 9 8 8 8 7 7 7
1/2" 19 235 168 138 120 108 99 86 77 70 65 63 61 58 55 49 45 39 35 32 28 25 23 21 20 19 18 17 16 16 15 14
3/4" 25 587 419 344 299 268 245 213 191 175 162 157 152 143 136 122 112 97 87 80 69 62 57 52 49 46 44 42 40 39 37 36
1" 31 1010 719 589 511 458 419 364 326 298 276 267 259 244 232 208 190 165 148 135 117 105 96 89 83 79 75 71 68 66 63 61
1 1/4" 39 1902 1353 1109 963 863 789 685 614 561 520 503 487 460 436 391 358 310 278 254 221 198 181 168 157 148 141 134 128 123 119 115
1 1/2" 46 3119 2197 1790 1548 1383 1261 1090 974 888 821 793 768 723 686 613 559 483 431 393 340 304 277 256 239 226 214 204 195 187 180 174
2" 62 7156 5069 4142 3590 3213 2934 2543 2276 2078 1925 1860 1801 1698 1612 1442 1317 1141 1021 933 808 723 661 612 572 540 512 488 468 449 433 419
see notes below*
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Table N-2C Low Pressure (Canada & USA 2.0 in drop)

Size EHD 5 10 15 20 25 30 40 50 60 70 75 80 90 100 125 150 200 250 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 1100 1200 1300 1400 1500
3/8" 153/8" 15 120 87 72 63 56 52 45 41 37 35 34 33 31 29 26 24 21 19 17 15 14 12 11 11 10 10 9 9 8 8 8
1/2" 19 270 193 159 138 124 113 99 88 81 75 73 70 66 63 57 52 45 40 37 32 29 26 24 23 22 20 19 19 18 17 17
3/4" 25 675 482 395 344 308 282 245 220 201 186 180 175 165 157 140 129 112 100 92 80 71 65 60 57 53 51 48 46 45 43 42
1" 31 1162 827 678 589 528 483 419 376 343 318 308 298 281 267 240 219 190 170 156 135 121 111 103 96 91 86 82 79 76 73 70
1/4"
1 39 2191 1558 1277 1109 994 908 789 707 646 599 579 561 529 503 450 412 358 320 293 254 228 208 193 181 171 162 155 148 142 137 133
1 1/2" 46 3607 2541 2070 1790 1599 1458 1261 1126 1027 950 917 888 837 793 709 646 559 499 455 393 351 320 296 277 261 247 236 226 217 209 201
2" 62 8257 5848 4780 4142 3707 3386 2934 2626 2398 2221 2146 2078 1960 1860 1664 1520 1317 1179 1076 933 835 762 706 661 623 591 564 540 519 500 483
Table N-2D Low Pressure (Canada & USA 2.5 in drop)
Min. Gas Pressure: 8 in w.c.
Size EHD 5 10 15 20 25 30 40 50 60 70 75 80 90 100 125 150 200 250 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 1100 1200 1300 1400 1500
3/8" 15 133 96 79 69 63 57 50 45 41 38 37 36 34 33 29 27 23 21 19 17 15 14 13 12 11 11 10 10 9 9 9
1/2" 19 301 215 177 154 138 126 110 99 90 84 81 78 74 70 63 58 50 45 41 36 32 29 27 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 19
3/4" 25 753 537 441 383 344 314 273 245 224 208 201 195 184 175 157 143 125 112 102 89 80 73 67 63 60 57 54 52 50 48 46
1" 31 1297 923 757 657 589 539 468 419 383 355 343 333 314 298 267 244 212 190 174 151 135 124 115 107 101 96 92 88 84 81 79
1 1/4" 39 2444 1739 1425 1237 1109 1014 880 789 721 668 646 626 591 561 503 460 399 358 327 284 254 232 215 202 190 181 172 165 159 153 148
1/2"
1 46 4038 2844 2317 2004 1790 1632 1411 1261 1150 1064 1027 994 937 888 793 723 625 559 509 440 393 359 332 310 292 277 264 253 243 234 226
2" 62 9227 6535 5341 4629 4142 3783 3279 2934 2680 2482 2398 2322 2190 2078 1860 1698 1472 1317 1203 1042 933 852 789 738 696 661 630 603 580 559 540
see notes below*
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Table N-3 Regulator Outlet (8 inches W.C.)
Size EHD 5 10 15 20 25 30 40 50 60 70 75 80 90 100 125 150 200 250 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 1100 1200 1300 1400 1500
3/8" 15 160 112 90 78 69 63 55 49 45 42 41 39 37 35 32 29 26 23 21 18 16 15 14 13 12 12 11 11 10 10 10
1/2" 19 329 235 193 168 151 138 120 108 99 91 88 86 81 77 69 63 55 49 45 39 35 32 30 28 26 25 24 23 22 21 20
3/4" 25 823 587 482 419 375 344 299 268 245 227 220 213 201 191 171 157 136 122 112 97 87 80 74 69 65 62 59 57 54 52 51
1" 31 1418 1010 827 719 644 589 511 458 419 389 376 364 343 326 292 267 232 208 190 165 148 135 125 117 111 105 100 96 92 89 86
1 1/4" 39 2673 1902 1558 1353 1213 1109 963 863 789 731 707 685 646 614 550 503 436 391 358 310 278 254 236 221 208 198 189 181 174 168 162
1/2"
1 46 4428 3119 2541 2197 1963 1790 1548 1383 1261 1166 1126 1090 1027 974 870 793 686 613 559 483 431 393 364 340 320 304 289 277 266 256 247
2" 62 10103 7156 5848 5069 4536 4142 3590 3213 2934 2717 2626 2543 2398 2276 2036 1860 1612 1442 1317 1141 1021 933 864 808 762 723 690 661 635 612 591
Table N-3A 3P Regulator Outlet (11 inches W.C.)
Min Gas Pressure: 11 in w.c.
Size EHD 5 10 15 20 25 30 40 50 60 70 75 80 90 100 125 150 200 250 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 1100 1200 1300 1400 1500
3/8" 15 207 144 116 100 89 81 70 62 57 53 52 50 47 45 41 37 33 29 27 23 21 19 18 17 16 15 14 14 13 13 12
1/2" 19 421 301 247 215 193 177 154 138 126 117 113 110 104 99 88 81 70 63 58 50 45 41 38 36 34 32 31 29 28 27 26
3/4" 25 1055 753 618 537 482 441 383 344 314 292 282 273 258 245 220 201 175 157 143 125 112 102 95 89 84 80 76 73 70 67 65
1" 31 1822 1297 1063 923 827 757 657 589 539 499 483 468 441 419 376 343 298 267 244 212 190 174 161 151 142 135 129 124 119 115 111
1 1/4" 39 3436 2444 2003 1739 1558 1425 1237 1109 1014 940 908 880 831 789 707 646 561 503 460 399 358 327 303 284 268 254 243 232 223 215 208
1/2"
1 46 5732 4038 3290 2844 2541 2317 2004 1790 1632 1510 1458 1411 1330 1261 1126 1027 888 793 723 625 559 509 471 440 415 393 375 359 345 332 320
2" 62 13026 9227 7541 6535 5848 5341 4629 4142 3783 3504 3386 3279 3092 2934 2626 2398 2078 1860 1698 1472 1317 1203 1114 1042 983 933 890 852 819 789 762
see notes below*
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Table N-4 Medium Pressure
Min Gas Pressure: 12-14 in w.c. (1/2 PSIG)
Size EHD 5 10 15 20 25 30 40 50 60 70 75 80 90 100 125 150 200 250 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 1100 1200 1300 1400 1500
3/8" 15 229 160 130 112 99 90 78 69 63 58 56 55 52 49 44 41 35 32 29 26 23 21 20 18 17 16 16 15 15 14 14
1/2" 19 461 329 270 235 211 193 168 151 138 128 124 120 113 108 97 88 77 69 63 55 49 45 42 39 37 35 33 32 31 30 29
3/4" 25 1153 823 675 587 526 482 419 375 344 319 308 299 282 268 240 220 191 171 157 136 122 112 104 97 92 87 83 80 76 74 71
1" 31 1992 1418 1162 1010 905 827 719 644 589 546 528 511 483 458 411 376 326 292 267 232 208 190 176 165 156 148 141 135 130 125 121
1 1/4" 39 3757 2673 2191 1902 1704 1558 1353 1213 1109 1028 994 963 908 863 773 707 614 550 503 436 391 358 331 310 293 278 265 254 244 236 228
1/2"
1 46 6286 4428 3607 3119 2786 2541 2197 1963 1790 1656 1599 1548 1458 1383 1235 1126 974 870 793 686 613 559 517 483 455 431 411 393 378 364 351
2" 62 14263 10103 8257 7156 6404 5848 5069 4536 4142 3837 3707 3590 3386 3213 2875 2626 2276 2036 1860 1612 1442 1317 1220 1141 1076 1021 974 933 896 864 835
Table N-5 Elevated Pressure 2 psig
Gas Pressure: 2 psig
Pressure Drop: 1.0 psi
Size EHD 5 10 15 20 25 30 40 50 60 70 75 80 90 100 125 150 200 250 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 1100 1200 1300 1400 1500
3/8" 15 410 353 286 246 220 200 172 154 139 128 124 120 112 107 94 87 75 67 61 53 47 43 40 38 36 34 33 31 30 29 28
1/2" 19 965 700 567 493 444 406 353 317 290 269 260 252 238 226 203 186 162 145 133 116 104 95 88 83 78 74 71 68 65 63 61
3/4" 25 2430 1734 1423 1237 1110 1015 883 792 724 672 650 630 595 565 507 464 403 361 331 287 258 236 219 205 193 184 175 168 162 156 151
1" 31 4220 3004 2463 2139 1917 1753 1522 1365 1248 1157 1118 1084 1023 971 871 796 691 620 567 492 441 403 374 350 330 314 299 287 276 266 257
1/4"
1 39 7969 5670 4646 4034 3615 3305 2870 2572 2352 2180 2108 2042 1927 1830 1640 1499 1302 1167 1067 926 830 759 703 659 622 590 563 540 519 500 484
1 1/2" 46 13626 9599 7820 6762 6041 5509 4763 4255 3881 3590 3467 3355 3161 2997 2678 2442 2111 1886 1720 1487 1329 1212 1121 1048 987 936 892 853 820 789 762
2" 62 30546 21637 17684 15326 13715 12526 10855 9715 8872 8217 7940 7689 7251 6881 6158 5624 4874 4362 3983 3452 3089 2821 2613 2445 2306 2188 2087 1998 1920 1851 1788
see notes below*
Pressure drop across a regulator will vary with flow rate. FGP-REG-3 has a 3/4 PSI pressure drop at a flow of 250 cubic feet per hour. regulator. The higher the EHD number the greater the flow capacity of the piping.
Table does not include effect of pressure drop across the line regulator. CAUTION: Capacities shown in table may exceed the maximum capacity for a slected regulator.
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Table N-5A Elevated Pressure 2 psig
Size EHD 5 10 15 20 25 30 40 50 60 70 75 80 90 100 125 150 200 250 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 1100 1200 1300 1400 1500
3/8" 15 495 438 354 305 271 247 212 189 171 158 153 148 139 131 117 106 91 81 74 64 57 53 49 46 43 41 40 38 37 35 34
1/2" 19 1174 855 690 600 542 495 429 385 353 327 317 307 290 275 247 226 197 177 162 141 126 116 107 101 95 90 86 83 79 77 74
3/4" 25 2960 2112 1734 1507 1352 1237 1075 965 883 819 792 767 724 688 617 565 491 440 403 350 314 287 267 250 236 224 214 205 197 190 184
1" 31 5148 3687 3004 2609 2339 2139 1857 1665 1522 1412 1365 1322 1248 1185 1062 971 843 756 691 600 538 492 456 427 403 383 365 350 337 325 314
1/4"
1 39 9725 6919 5670 4923 4412 4034 3502 3139 2870 2661 2572 2492 2352 2233 2001 1830 1589 1424 1302 1130 1013 926 858 804 759 720 688 659 633 611 590
1 1/2" 46 16725 11782 9599 8300 7415 6762 5847 5223 4763 4406 4255 4119 3881 3679 3287 2997 2592 2315 2111 1826 1631 1487 1376 1286 1212 1149 1095 1048 1006 969 936
2" 62 37374 26473 21637 18751 16781 15326 13282 11886 10855 10054 9715 9408 8872 8419 7534 6881 5963 5337 4874 4224 3780 3452 3197 2992 2821 2677 2553 2445 2350 2265 2188
L=1.3n where L is the additional length of tubing and n is the number of additional fittings and/or bends. Table does not include effect of pressure drop across the line regulator. If regulator loss exceeds 1/4 PSI (based on 8 inch outlet pressure)
Do not use this chart. Pressure drop across a regulator will vary with flow rate. FGP-REG-3 has a 1/4 PSI pressure drop at a flow of 145 cubic feet per hour. CAUTION: Capacities shown in table may exceed the maximum capacity for a selected
regulator.
Size EHD 5 10 15 20 25 30 40 50 60 70 75 80 90 100 125 150 200 250 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 1100 1200 1300 1400 1500
3/8" 15 736 672 552 475 420 382 329 293 267 246 238 230 216 205 182 166 143 128 116 100 89 78 73 68 65 62 59 57 54 53 51
1/2" 19 1769 1304 1040 905 827 755 654 586 532 493 479 463 437 415 373 341 297 266 244 212 190 174 162 152 143 136 130 125 120 116 112
3/4" 25 4472 3191 2619 2277 2042 1869 1625 1457 1333 1237 1196 1159 1095 1040 933 853 742 665 609 529 475 434 403 378 356 339 323 310 298 287 278
1" 31 7800 5659 4552 3953 3543 3240 2814 2522 2307 2139 2067 2003 1891 1795 1609 1472 1278 1146 1048 910 815 746 691 647 611 580 554 531 510 492 476
1 1/4" 39 14743 10489 8595 7463 6688 6116 5310 4759 4351 4034 3899 3778 3565 3386 3034 2774 2409 2159 1974 1714 1536 1404 1302 1219 1151 1093 1043 999 960 926 895
1 1/2" 46 25665 18080 14730 12737 11378 10377 8972 8015 7310 6762 6530 6320 5955 5646 5044 4600 3977 3553 3240 2802 2503 2283 2111 1974 1860 1763 1680 1608 1544 1487 1436
2" 62 56970 40353 32981 28583 25580 23361 20246 18119 16547 15326 14809 14341 13524 12834 11485 10489 9090 8135 7430 6439 5762 5262 4874 4561 4301 4081 3892 3727 3582 3452 3336
see notes below*
The higher the EHD number the greater the flow capacity of the piping. Table does not include effect of pressure drop across the line regulator. If the regulator loss exceeds 1 PSI (based on 8 inch outlet pressure), Do not use this chart.
Pressure drops across a regulator will vary with flow rate. FGP-REG-5A has a 1 PSI pressure drop at a flow of 673 cubic feet per hour. CAUTION: Capacities shown in the table may exceed the maximum capacity for a selected regulator.
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Size EHD 5 10 15 20 25 30 40 50 60 70 75 80 90 100 125 150 200 250 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 1100 1200 1300 1400 1500
3/8" 15 1117 814 676 593 535 492 432 390 359 334 324 314 298 284 256 236 207 187 172 150 136 125 116 109 104 99 95 91 88 85 82
1/2" 19 2584 1879 1560 1367 1233 1134 994 897 825 768 744 723 685 652 589 541 474 428 394 345 311 286 266 251 237 226 216 208 200 194 188
3/4" 25 6126 4488 3741 3288 2975 2741 2409 2179 2008 1874 1817 1765 1674 1597 1444 1331 1170 1058 975 857 775 714 666 628 595 568 544 523 505 488 473
1" 31 10350 7602 6347 5584 5056 4662 4102 3714 3424 3197 3101 3013 2859 2728 2470 2277 2004 1814 1673 1472 1332 1229 1147 1081 1026 979 938 902 871 842 817
1/4"
1 39 15935 11800 9899 8739 7933 7330 6471 5875 5428 5078 4928 4792 4554 4350 3949 3649 3222 2925 2702 2386 2166 2001 1872 1767 1679 1604 1539 1482 1431 1386 1345
1 1/2" 46 30140 21882 18145 15887 14331 13174 11534 10405 9564 8907 8627 8374 7931 7554 6814 6264 5484 4947 4547 3981 3591 3301 3074 2890 2737 2607 2495 2397 2310 2232 2162
2" 62 56970 41709 35073 31015 28194 26081 23064 20966 19394 18158 17630 17150 16308 15590 14172 13110 11593 10539 9749 8621 7837 7249 6787 6410 6096 5827 5595 5390 5209 5047 4900
L=1.3n where L is the additional length of tubing and n is the number of additional fittings and/or bends. Table does not include effect of pressure drop across the line regulator. User must size regulator based on an inlet pressure
between 3 and 10 psig with the desired outlet pressure and capacity required.
Size EHD 5 10 15 20 25 30 40 50 60 70 75 80 90 100 125 150 200 250 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 1100 1200 1300 1400 1500
3/8" 15 1731 1252 1036 906 816 750 655 591 542 505 489 474 449 427 385 353 309 278 256 223 201 185 172 161 153 145 139 134 129 124 120
1/2" 19 3751 2735 2274 1995 1802 1658 1454 1314 1209 1127 1092 1060 1005 958 865 796 698 631 580 509 460 423 394 371 352 335 321 308 297 287 279
3/4" 25 9332 6813 5667 4973 4494 4137 3631 3281 3020 2816 2729 2650 2512 2395 2164 1992 1748 1580 1454 1276 1153 1062 990 932 883 842 806 775 747 723 700
1" 31 15861 11616 9681 8507 7696 7090 6230 5636 5193 4845 4697 4563 4328 4127 3734 3440 3023 2734 2519 2214 2002 1845 1721 1621 1538 1466 1405 1351 1303 1261 1222
1 1/4" 39 24879 18276 15259 13426 12157 11209 9863 8930 8234 7689 7456 7245 6875 6560 5940 5477 4819 4364 4023 3540 3205 2956 2760 2600 2468 2355 2257 2171 2095 2027 1966
1/2"
1 46 44300 32270 26810 23506 21227 19529 17122 15462 14225 13257 12846 12472 11819 11263 10171 9357 8204 7408 6816 5976 5396 4965 4627 4353 4125 3931 3763 3616 3486 3370 3266
2" 62 79820 59313 49856 44075 40057 37047 32751 29765 27529 25770 25019 24337 23139 22118 20102 18591 16436 14937 13815 12213 11099 10266 9609 9075 8629 8248 7918 7628 7371 7141 6933
see notes below*
The higher the EHD number the greater the flow capacity of the piping. Table does not include effect of pressure drop across the regulator. User must size the regulator based on an inlet pressure between 15 and 25 psig
with the desired outlet pressure range and capacity required.
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Table P-1 Propane Low Pressure (Standard)
Maximum Capacity of OmegaFlex TracPipe CSST in Thousands of BTU per Hour Propane Gas
(Based on a 1.52 Specific Gravity / 2520 BTU per cubic foot Gas)
Size EHD 5 10 15 20 25 30 40 50 60 70 75 80 90 100 125 150 200 250 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 1100 1200 1300 1400 1500
3/8" 15 100 71 59 52 46 43 36 33 30 28 27 27 25 24 22 19 17 16 14 13 11 9 9 8 8 8 8 6 6 6 6
1/2" 19 218 157 128 111 100 92 79 71 65 60 59 57 54 51 46 41 36 32 30 25 22 21 19 17 17 16 16 14 14 14 13
3/4" 25 545 388 318 277 249 226 198 177 161 150 146 141 133 127 112 103 90 81 73 63 57 52 49 46 43 41 38 36 35 35 33
1" 31 933 663 543 472 423 386 336 301 275 255 247 239 225 214 192 176 152 136 125 108 97 89 82 76 73 68 65 63 60 59 55
1 1/4" 39 1756 1249 1023 888 796 728 632 567 518 480 464 450 424 402 361 329 287 256 234 203 182 166 154 144 136 130 123 119 114 109 106
1/2"
1 46 2834 1997 1626 1406 1256 1145 990 885 806 746 720 697 657 622 556 507 439 391 358 309 275 252 233 217 204 195 185 177 169 163 158
2" 62 6558 4645 3797 3290 2945 2688 2331 2085 1905 1764 1704 1650 1556 1477 1322 1206 1047 936 855 741 663 605 560 524 494 469 448 429 412 397 383
2" 62 79820 59313 49856 44075 40057 37047 32751 29765 27529 25770 25019 24337 23139 22118 20102 18591 16436 14937 13815 12213 11099 10266 9609 9075 8629 8248 7918 7628 7371 7141 6933
see notes below*
Table P-1 Propane Low Pressure (Standard)

Maximum Capacity of OmegaFlex TracPipe CSST in Thousands of BTU per Hour Propane Gas
Size EHD 5 10 15 20 25 30 40 50 60 70 75 80 90 100 125 150 200 250 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 1100 1200 1300 1400 1500
3/8" 15 100 71 59 52 46 43 36 33 30 28 27 27 25 24 22 19 17 16 14 13 11 9 9 8 8 8 8 6 6 6 6
1/2" 19 218 157 128 111 100 92 79 71 65 60 59 57 54 51 46 41 36 32 30 25 22 21 19 17 17 16 16 14 14 14 13
3/4" 25 545 388 318 277 249 226 198 177 161 150 146 141 133 127 112 103 90 81 73 63 57 52 49 46 43 41 38 36 35 35 33
1" 31 933 663 543 472 423 386 336 301 275 255 247 239 225 214 192 176 152 136 125 108 97 89 82 76 73 68 65 63 60 59 55
1 1/4" 39 1756 1249 1023 888 796 728 632 567 518 480 464 450 424 402 361 329 287 256 234 203 182 166 154 144 136 130 123 119 114 109 106
1 1/2" 46 2834 1997 1626 1406 1256 1145 990 885 806 746 720 697 657 622 556 507 439 391 358 309 275 252 233 217 204 195 185 177 169 163 158
2" 62 6558 4645 3797 3290 2945 2688 2331 2085 1905 1764 1704 1650 1556 1477 1322 1206 1047 936 855 741 663 605 560 524 494 469 448 429 412 397 383
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Table P-1A Propane Low Pressure
Maximum Capacity of TracPipe CSST in Thousands of BTU per Hour Propane Gas
Size EHD 5 10 15 20 25 30 40 50 60 70 75 80 90 100 125 150 200 250 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 1100 1200 1300 1400 1500
3/8" 15 138 100 82 71 65 59 52 46 43 40 38 36 35 33 30 27 24 22 19 17 16 14 13 13 11 11 11 9 9 9 9
1/2" 19 306 218 179 157 139 128 111 100 92 85 82 79 74 71 63 59 51 46 41 36 32 30 27 25 24 22 22 21 21 19 19
3/4" 25 763 545 446 388 348 318 277 249 226 211 204 198 187 177 158 146 127 112 103 90 81 73 68 63 60 57 54 52 51 49 47
1" 31 1309 933 765 663 595 543 472 423 386 359 347 336 317 301 269 247 214 192 176 152 136 125 116 108 101 97 92 89 85 82 79
1 1/4" 39 2467 1756 1438 1249 1119 1023 888 796 728 674 652 632 597 567 507 464 402 361 329 287 256 234 217 203 192 182 174 166 160 154 149
1 1/2" 46 4023 2834 2308 1997 1783 1626 1406 1256 1145 1059 1023 990 933 885 790 720 622 556 507 439 391 358 331 309 291 275 263 252 241 233 225
2" 62 9259 6558 5361 4645 4158 3797 3290 2945 2688 2490 2407 2331 2198 2085 1867 1704 1477 1322 1206 1047 936 855 792 741 698 663 632 605 581 560 541
Notes: EHD (Equivalent Hydraulic Diameter) A theoretical size which reflects the hydraulic performance of the tubing. It is not a true physical measure. This number is used to compare individual sizes between different manufactures.
The higher the EHD number the greater the flow capacity of the piping. Tables above include losses for four 90-degree bends and two end fittings. Tubing runs with larger numbers of bends and/or fittings shall be increased by the equivalent length
of tubing to the following equation: L=1.3n where L is the additional length of tubing and n is the number of additional fittings and/or bends.
Table P-1B Propane

2" 62 9259 6558 5361 4645 4158 3797 3290 2945 2688 2490 2407 2331 2198 2085 1867 1704 1477 1322 1206 1047 936 855 792 741 698 663 632 605 581 560 541
The higher the EHD number the greater the flow capacity of the piping. Tables above include losses for four 90-degree bends and two end fittings. Tubing runs with larger numbers of bends and/or fittings shall be increased by the equivalent length
of tubing to the following equation: L=1.3n where L is the additional length of tubing and n is the number of additional fittings and/or bends.
Table P-1B Propane

Size EHD 5 10 15 20 25 30 40 50 60 70 75 80 90 100 125 150 200 250 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 1100 1200 1300 1400 1500
3/8" 15 190 138 114 100 89 82 71 65 59 55 54 52 49 46 41 38 33 30 27 24 22 19 17 17 16 16 14 14 13 13 13
1/2" 19 427 306 252 218 196 179 157 139 128 119 116 111 104 100 90 82 71 63 59 51 46 41 38 36 35 32 30 30 28 27 27
3/4" 25 1069 763 625 545 488 446 388 348 318 294 285 277 261 249 222 204 177 158 146 127 112 103 95 90 84 81 76 73 71 68 66
1" 31 1840 1309 1073 933 836 765 663 595 543 503 488 472 445 423 380 347 301 269 247 214 192 176 163 152 144 136 130 125 120 116 111
1 1/4" 39 3469 2467 2022 1756 1574 1438 1249 1119 1023 948 917 888 838 796 712 652 567 507 464 402 361 329 306 287 271 256 245 234 225 217 211
1 1/2" 46 5711 4023 3277 2834 2532 2308 1997 1783 1626 1504 1452 1406 1325 1256 1123 1023 885 790 720 622 556 507 469 439 413 391 374 358 344 331 318
2" 62 13073 9259 7568 6558 5869 5361 4645 4158 3797 3516 3398 3290 3103 2945 2635 2407 2085 1867 1704 1477 1322 1206 1118 1047 986 936 893 855 822 792 763
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Table P-2 Propane Medium Pressure
Size EHD 5 10 15 20 25 30 40 50 60 70 75 80 90 100 125 150 200 250 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 1100 1200 1300 1400 1500
3/8" 15 222 159 131 114 102 93 81 73 67 62 60 58 55 52 46 43 36 33 30 27 24 22 21 19 17 17 16 16 14 14 14
1/2" 19 491 353 290 254 228 209 182 164 150 140 135 131 124 118 108 97 85 76 70 57 51 46 43 40 38 36 35 33 32 30 30
3/4" 25 1192 850 698 606 545 497 432 388 355 329 318 309 291 277 249 226 198 177 161 141 127 116 106 100 95 90 85 82 79 76 73
1" 31 2512 1863 1720 1343 1106 976 883 825 771 719 696 673 632 596 533 470 398 352 320 239 214 196 182 169 160 152 146 139 133 128 125
1 1/4" 39 3870 2753 2256 1959 1756 1605 1393 1249 1142 1058 1023 991 936 888 796 728 632 567 518 450 402 367 340 320 301 287 272 261 252 242 234
1/2"
1 46 6393 4503 3668 3173 2834 2584 2234 1997 1821 1685 1626 1574 1484 1406 1256 1145 990 885 806 697 622 568 526 491 462 439 418 401 385 370 358
2" 62 14609 10347 8456 7329 6558 5990 5192 4645 4243 3930 3797 3676 3467 3290 2945 2688 2331 2085 1905 1650 1477 1349 1249 1168 1102 1047 997 955 918 885 855
Table P-3 Propane Elevated Pressure 2 psig

Min. Gas Pressure: 2 psig
2" 62 14609 10347 8456 7329 6558 5990 5192 4645 4243 3930 3797 3676 3467 3290 2945 2688 2331 2085 1905 1650 1477 1349 1249 1168 1102 1047 997 955 918 885 855

Size EHD 5 10 15 20 25 30 40 50 60 70 75 80 90 100 125 150 200 250 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 1100 1200 1300 1400 1500
3/8" 15 649 558 453 389 347 316 271 243 220 203 196 189 177 169 144 137 118 105 96 84 74 68 63 60 57 54 52 49 47 46 44
1/2" 19 1528 1106 898 781 701 643 559 502 459 426 412 399 377 358 321 294 256 230 211 184 165 150 139 131 123 117 112 108 103 100 97
3/4" 25 3847 2745 2253 1959 1757 1607 1398 1254 1146 1064 1029 997 942 895 803 735 638 572 524 454 408 374 347 325 306 291 277 266 256 247 239
1" 31 6681 4756 3900 3387 3035 2775 2410 2161 1976 1832 1770 1716 1620 1537 1379 1260 1094 982 898 779 698 638 592 554 522 497 473 454 437 421 407
1/4"
1 39 12617 8977 7356 6387 5724 5233 4544 4072 3724 3452 3338 3233 3051 2897 2597 2373 2061 1848 1689 1466 1314 1202 1113 1043 985 934 891 855 822 792 766
1 1/2" 46 21574 15198 12381 10706 9565 8722 7541 6737 6145 5684 5489 5312 5005 4745 4240 3866 3342 2986 2723 2354 2104 1919 1775 1659 1563 1482 1412 1351 1298 1249 1206
2" 62 48362 34257 27999 24265 21715 19832 17186 15381 14047 13010 12571 12174 11480 10894 9750 8904 7717 6906 6306 5465 4891 4466 4137 3871 3651 3464 3304 3163 3040 2931 2831
The higher the EHD number the greater the flow capacity of the piping. Table does not include effect of pressure drop across the line regulator. If the regulator loss exceeds 1/2 PSI (based on 11 inch outlet pressure) Do not use this chart.
Pressure drops across a regulator will vary with flow rate. FGP-REG-5P has a 1/2 PSI pressure drop at a flow of 307 cubic feet per hour (774 MBTUh). CAUTION: Capacities shown in the table may exceed the maximum capacity for a selected
regulator.
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Size EHD 5 10 15 20 25 30 40 50 60 70 75 80 90 100 125 150 200 250 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 1100 1200 1300 1400 1500
3/8" 15 2741 1982 1640 1434 1292 1187 1037 936 858 800 774 750 711 676 610 559 489 440 405 353 318 293 272 255 242 230 220 212 204 196 190
1/2" 19 5939 4330 3600 3159 2853 2625 2302 2080 1914 1784 1729 1678 1591 1517 1370 1260 1105 999 918 806 728 670 624 587 557 530 508 488 470 454 442
3/4" 25 14775 10787 8972 7874 7115 6550 5749 5195 4781 4458 4321 4196 3977 3792 3426 3154 2768 2502 2302 2020 1826 1681 1567 1476 1398 1333 1276 1227 1183 1145 1108
1" 31 25112 18391 15328 13469 12185 11225 9864 8923 8222 7671 7437 7224 6852 6534 5912 5446 4786 4329 3988 3505 3170 2921 2725 2566 2435 2321 2224 2139 2063 1997 1935
1/4"
1 39 39390 28936 24159 21257 19248 17747 15616 14139 13037 12174 11805 11471 10885 10386 9405 8672 7630 6909 6369 5605 5074 4680 4370 4116 3908 3729 3573 3437 3317 3209 3113
1 1/2" 46 70139 51092 42447 37216 33608 30920 27109 24480 22522 20989 20339 19747 18713 17832 16103 14815 12989 11729 10792 9462 8543 7861 7326 6892 6531 6224 5958 5725 5519 5336 5171
2" 62 126376 93908 78935 69783 63421 58655 51854 47126 43586 40801 39612 38532 36635 35019 31827 29435 26023 23649 21873 19336 17573 16254 15214 14368 13662 1305912536120771167011306 10977
Table does not include effect of pressure drop across the line regulator. If the regulator loss exceeds 1 PSI (based on 11 inch outlet pressure) Do not use this chart. Pressure drops across a regulator will vary with flow rate.
FGP-REG-5P has a 1 PSI pressure drop at a flow of 434 cubic feet per hour (1094 MBTUh). CAUTION: Capacities shown in the table may exceed the maximum capacity for a selected regulator.

1 1/2" 46 70139 51092 42447 37216 33608 30920 27109 24480 22522 20989 20339 19747 18713 17832 16103 14815 12989 11729 10792 9462 8543 7861 7326 6892 6531 6224 5958 5725 5519 5336 5171
2" 62 126376 93908 78935 69783 63421 58655 51854 47126 43586 40801 39612 38532 36635 35019 31827 29435 26023 23649 21873 19336 17573 16254 15214 14368 13662 1305912536120771167011306 10977
Table does not include effect of pressure drop across the line regulator. If the regulator loss exceeds 1 PSI (based on 11 inch outlet pressure) Do not use this chart. Pressure drops across a regulator will vary with flow rate.
FGP-REG-5P has a 1 PSI pressure drop at a flow of 434 cubic feet per hour (1094 MBTUh). CAUTION: Capacities shown in the table may exceed the maximum capacity for a selected regulator.

Size EHD 5 10 15 20 25 30 40 50 60 70 75 80 90 100 125 150 200 250 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 1100 1200 1300 1400 1500
3/8" 15 1769 1289 1070 939 847 779 684 617 568 529 513 497 472 450 405 374 328 296 272 237 215 198 184 173 165 157 150 144 139 135 130
1/2" 19 4091 2975 2470 2164 1952 1795 1574 1420 1306 1216 1178 1145 1085 1032 933 857 750 678 624 546 492 453 421 397 375 358 342 329 317 307 298
3/4" 25 9699 7106 5923 5206 4710 4340 3814 3450 3179 2967 2877 2794 2650 2528 2286 2107 1852 1675 1544 1357 1227 1130 1054 994 942 899 861 828 800 773 749
1" 31 16387 12036 10049 8841 8005 7381 6495 5880 5421 5062 4910 4770 4527 4319 3911 3605 3173 2872 2649 2331 2109 1946 1816 1712 1624 1550 1485 1428 1379 1333 1294
1 1/4" 39 25229 18683 15673 13836 12560 11605 10245 9302 8594 8040 7802 7587 7210 6887 6252 5777 5101 4631 4278 3778 3429 3168 2964 2798 2658 2540 2437 2346 2266 2194 2129
1/2"
1 46 47720 34645 28728 25153 22690 20858 18261 16474 15142 14102 13659 13258 12557 11960 10788 9918 8683 7832 7199 6303 5686 5226 4867 4576 4333 4128 3950 3795 3657 3534 3423
2" 62 90199 66037 55530 49105 44639 41293 36516 33195 30706 28749 27913 27153 25820 24683 22438 20757 18355 16686 15435 13649 12408 1147710746 10149 9652 9226 8858 8534 8247 7991 7758
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Size EHD 5 10 15 20 25 30 40 50 60 70 75 80 90 100 125 150 200 250 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 1100 1200 1300 1400 1500
3/8" 15 2741 1982 1640 1434 1292 1187 1037 936 858 800 774 750 711 676 610 559 489 440 405 353 318 293 272 255 242 230 220 212 204 196 190
1/2" 19 5939 4330 3600 3159 2853 2625 2302 2080 1914 1784 1729 1678 1591 1517 1370 1260 1105 999 918 806 728 670 624 587 557 530 508 488 470 454 442
3/4" 25 14775 10787 8972 7874 7115 6550 5749 5195 4781 4458 4321 4196 3977 3792 3426 3154 2768 2502 2302 2020 1826 1681 1567 1476 1398 1333 1276 1227 1183 1145 1108
1" 31 25112 18391 15328 13469 12185 11225 9864 8923 8222 7671 7437 7224 6852 6534 5912 5446 4786 4329 3988 3505 3170 2921 2725 2566 2435 2321 2224 2139 2063 1997 1935
1/4"
1 39 39390 28936 24159 21257 19248 17747 15616 14139 13037 12174 11805 11471 10885 10386 9405 8672 7630 6909 6369 5605 5074 4680 4370 4116 3908 3729 3573 3437 3317 3209 3113
1 1/2" 46 70139 51092 42447 37216 33608 30920 27109 24480 22522 20989 20339 19747 18713 17832 16103 14815 12989 11729 10792 9462 8543 7861 7326 6892 6531 6224 5958 5725 5519 5336 5171
2" 62 126376 93908 78935 69783 63421 58655 51854 47126 43586 40801 39612 38532 36635 35019 31827 29435 26023 23649 21873 19336 17573 16254 15214 14368 13662 13059 12536 12077 11670 11306 10977
L=1.3n where L is the additional length of tubing and n is the number of additional fittings and/or bends. Table does not include effect of pressure drop across the line regulator. User must size regulator based on an inlet pressure
between 15 and 25 psig with the desired outlet pressure and capacity required.
SECTION 7.1 — PRESSURE DROP PER FOOT TABLES-
NATURAL GAS for TracPipe® CounterStrike®
and Steel Pipe
For propane (LP) gas applications:
1. C onvert propane BTU load to CFH propane (divide by 2520 BTU per cubic foot).
2. Multiply CFH propane (1.52 SG) value by 1.5916 to obtain equivalent
CFH Natural Gas (0.6 SG) value.
3. Find pressure drop per foot using CFH Natural Gas value from Step 2.
This is the pressure drop per foot for Propane at the given BTU load.
4. Follow Sum of Pressure Loss instructions.
To convert 1,000 BTU values to CFH (Propane) use the following formula:
Propane = 2520 BTU/Cu.Ft.
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Section 7.1 - Table PD-1A
Pressure drop ("wc per foot) for TracPipe based on a given CFH Flow
(Natural Gas SG = 0.60 Gas) at Inlet Pressures up to 5 psig
Note: For Propane (LP) Gas applications, obtain Pressure Drop per foot values by following
the Propane conversion method detailed in Section 7.1 of the TracPipe D&I Guide.
CFH 3/8" 1/2" 3/4" 1" 1-1/4" 1-1/2" 2"
10 0.0019 0.0004 0.0001

20 0.0085 0.0018 0.0003 0.0001
30 0.0204 0.0042 0.0007 0.0002 0.0001
40 0.0377 0.0077 0.0012 0.0004 0.0001 0.0001
50 0.0609 0.0121 0.0019 0.0007 0.0002 0.0001
60 0.0900 0.0177 0.0028 0.0009 0.0003 0.0001
70 0.1253 0.0244 0.0038 0.0013 0.0004 0.0002
80 0.1668 0.0321 0.0050 0.0017 0.0005 0.0002
90 0.2146 0.0410 0.0064 0.0022 0.0006 0.0003
100 0.2690 0.0509 0.0079 0.0027 0.0007 0.0003 0.0001
110 0.3300 0.0620 0.0096 0.0033 0.0009 0.0004 0.0001
120 0.3976 0.0743 0.0115 0.0039 0.0011 0.0005 0.0001
130 0.4721 0.0876 0.0135 0.0046 0.0013 0.0006 0.0001
140 0.5533 0.1022 0.0158 0.0053 0.0015 0.0006 0.0001
150 0.6415 0.1178 0.0182 0.0061 0.0017 0.0007 0.0001
160 0.7367 0.1347 0.0207 0.0070 0.0019 0.0008 0.0001
170 0.8389 0.1526 0.0235 0.0079 0.0022 0.0009 0.0002
180 0.9482 0.1718 0.0264 0.0089 0.0025 0.0011 0.0002
190 1.0647 0.1921 0.0295 0.0099 0.0028 0.0012 0.0002
200 1.1884 0.2136 0.0328 0.0110 0.0031 0.0013 0.0002
225 1.5297 0.2726 0.0418 0.0140 0.0039 0.0017 0.0003
250 1.9172 0.3390 0.0519 0.0174 0.0048 0.0020 0.0004
275 2.3517 0.4128 0.0631 0.0211 0.0058 0.0025 0.0004
300 2.8338 0.4943 0.0755 0.0252 0.0070 0.0029 0.0005
325 3.3642 0.5833 0.0890 0.0297 0.0082 0.0034 0.0006
350 3.9433 0.6799 0.1036 0.0345 0.0095 0.0040 0.0007
375 4.5717 0.7842 0.1193 0.0398 0.0110 0.0045 0.0008
400 5.2499 0.8962 0.1363 0.0454 0.0125 0.0052 0.0009
425 5.9783 1.0159 0.1543 0.0513 0.0142 0.0058 0.0010
450 6.7575 1.1434 0.1736 0.0577 0.0159 0.0065 0.0012
475 7.5877 1.2788 0.1940 0.0644 0.0178 0.0072 0.0013
500 8.4694 1.4219 0.2155 0.0715 0.0197 0.0080 0.0014
525 9.4030 1.5729 0.2382 0.0790 0.0218 0.0088 0.0016
550 1.7318 0.2621 0.0868 0.0240 0.0097 0.0017
575 1.8986 0.2872 0.0951 0.0262 0.0106 0.0019
600 2.0733 0.3134 0.1037 0.0286 0.0115 0.0021
625 2.2560 0.3408 0.1127 0.0311 0.0125 0.0022
650 2.4467 0.3694 0.1221 0.0337 0.0135 0.0024
675 2.6453 0.3992 0.1319 0.0364 0.0145 0.0026
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(Natural Gas SG = 0.60 Gas) at Inlet Pressures up to 5 psig
Note: For Propane (LP) Gas applications, obtain Pressure Drop per foot values
by following the Propane conversion method detailed in Section 7.1 of the
TracPipe D&I Guide.
CFH 1/2" 3/4" 1" 1-1/4" 1-1/2" 2"
700 2.8520 0.4301 0.1420 0.0392 0.0156 0.0028

725 3.0668 0.4623 0.1526 0.0421 0.0167 0.0030
750 3.2895 0.4956 0.1635 0.0451 0.0179 0.0032
775 3.5204 0.5302 0.1748 0.0482 0.0191 0.0034
800 3.7594 0.5659 0.1865 0.0514 0.0203 0.0037
825 4.0065 0.6028 0.1986 0.0547 0.0216 0.0039
850 4.2617 0.6410 0.2110 0.0582 0.0229 0.0041
875 4.5250 0.6803 0.2239 0.0617 0.0243 0.0044
900 4.7966 0.7208 0.2371 0.0653 0.0256 0.0046
925 5.0763 0.7625 0.2507 0.0691 0.0271 0.0049
950 5.3642 0.8055 0.2648 0.0729 0.0285 0.0052
975 5.6603 0.8496 0.2792 0.0769 0.0300 0.0055
1000 5.9647 0.8950 0.2940 0.0810 0.0316 0.0057
1100 7.2646 1.0885 0.3571 0.0983 0.0381 0.0070
1200 8.6972 1.3015 0.4264 0.1174 0.0453 0.0083
1300 1.5341 0.5020 0.1382 0.0531 0.0097
1400 1.7864 0.5839 0.1607 0.0615 0.0113
1500 2.0584 0.6722 0.1849 0.0705 0.0130
1600 2.3502 0.7668 0.2109 0.0801 0.0148
1700 2.6619 0.8677 0.2386 0.0903 0.0167
1800 2.9935 0.9750 0.2680 0.1011 0.0187
1900 3.3451 1.0887 0.2992 0.1125 0.0209
2000 3.7168 1.2088 0.3322 0.1245 0.0231
2100 4.1086 1.3353 0.3669 0.1371 0.0255
2200 4.5206 1.4682 0.4033 0.1503 0.0280
2300 4.9528 1.6075 0.4415 0.1641 0.0306
2400 5.4053 1.7533 0.4815 0.1786 0.0334
2500 5.8781 1.9056 0.5233 0.1936 0.0362
2600 6.3713 2.0643 0.5668 0.2092 0.0392
2700 6.8848 2.2295 0.6120 0.2254 0.0423
2800 7.4189 2.4011 0.6591 0.2422 0.0455
2900 7.9734 2.5793 0.7079 0.2597 0.0488
3000 8.5484 2.7640 0.7585 0.2777 0.0523
3100 9.1441 2.9552 0.8109 0.2963 0.0558
3200 9.7603 3.1529 0.8650 0.3155 0.0595
3300 3.3571 0.9210 0.3353 0.0633
3400 3.5679 0.9787 0.3557 0.0672
3500 3.7853 1.0382 0.3767 0.0712
3600 4.0091 1.0995 0.3983 0.0754
3700 4.2396 1.1626 0.4205 0.0797
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Natural Gas SG = 0.60 Gas) at Inlet Pressures up to 5 psig
Note: For Propane (LP) Gas applications, obtain Pressure Drop per foot values
by following the Propane conversion method detailed in Section 7.1 of the
TracPipe D&I Guide.
CFH 1" 1-1/4" 1-1/2" 2" CFH 1-1/2" 2"
3800 4.4766 1.2275 0.4433 0.0841 11000 3.6307 0.7119

3900 4.7202 1.2941 0.4666 0.0886 11500 3.9645 0.7784
4000 4.9704 1.3626 0.4906 0.0932 12000 4.3128 0.8479
4100 5.2271 1.4329 0.5152 0.0979 12500 4.6756 0.9204
4200 5.4905 1.5050 0.5403 0.1028 13000 5.0529 0.9959
4300 5.7604 1.5788 0.5661 0.1078 13500 5.4447 1.0744
4400 6.0370 1.6545 0.5924 0.1129 14000 5.8509 1.1559
4500 6.3202 1.7320 0.6194 0.1181 14500 6.2716 1.2404
4600 6.6100 1.8112 0.6469 0.1234 15000 6.7067 1.3278
4700 6.9064 1.8923 0.6750 0.1289 16000 7.6202 1.5117
4800 7.2094 1.9752 0.7037 0.1344 17000 8.5913 1.7077
4900 7.5191 2.0599 0.7330 0.1401 18000 9.6200 1.9156
5000 7.8355 2.1464 0.7629 0.1459 19000 2.1355
5250 8.6554 2.3706 0.8402 0.1610 20000 2.3674
5500 9.5170 2.6062 0.9212 0.1767 21000 2.6113
5750 2.8531 1.0059 0.1933 22000 2.8673
6000 3.1114 1.0943 0.2105 23000 3.1352
6250 3.3811 1.1864 0.2285 24000 3.4152
6500 3.6623 1.2821 0.2473 25000 3.7073
6750 3.9548 1.3815 0.2667 26000 4.0114
7000 4.2588 1.4846 0.2870 27000 4.3275
7250 4.5743 1.5913 0.3079 28000 4.6557
7500 4.9012 1.7017 0.3297 29000 4.9959
7750 5.2397 1.8158 0.3521 30000 5.3482
8000 5.5896 1.9335 0.3753 31000 5.7126
8250 5.9511 2.0549 0.3993 32000 6.0890
8500 6.3241 2.1799 0.4240 33000 6.4775
8750 6.7086 2.3086 0.4494 34000 6.8781
9000 7.1047 2.4409 0.4756 35000 7.2908
9250 7.5124 2.5769 0.5025 36000 7.7155
9500 7.9316 2.7166 0.5302 37000 8.1523
9750 8.3625 2.8598 0.5586 38000 8.6013
10000 8.8049 3.0067 0.5878 39000 9.0623
10500 9.7247 3.3115 0.6483 40000 9.5354
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Pressure drop ("wc per foot) for Black Iron based on a given CFH Flow
(Natural Gas SG = 0.60 Gas)
the Propane conversion method detailed in Section 7.1 of the TracPipe D&I Guide.
CFH 1/2" 3/4" 1" 1-1/4" 1-1/2" 2" 2-1/2" 3"
10 0.0003 0.0001
20 0.0009 0.0002 0.0001
30 0.0020 0.0005 0.0002
40 0.0033 0.0009 0.0003 0.0001
50 0.0050 0.0013 0.0004 0.0001
60 0.0071 0.0018 0.0006 0.0001 0.0001
70 0.0094 0.0024 0.0007 0.0002 0.0001
80 0.0120 0.0031 0.0009 0.0003 0.0001
90 0.0149 0.0038 0.0012 0.0003 0.0001
100 0.0181 0.0046 0.0014 0.0004 0.0002 0.0001
110 0.0216 0.0055 0.0017 0.0005 0.0002 0.0001
120 0.0254 0.0065 0.0020 0.0005 0.0003 0.0001
130 0.0295 0.0075 0.0023 0.0006 0.0003 0.0001
140 0.0338 0.0086 0.0027 0.0007 0.0003 0.0001
150 0.0384 0.0098 0.0030 0.0008 0.0004 0.0001
160 0.0433 0.0110 0.0034 0.0009 0.0004 0.0001 0.0001
170 0.0484 0.0124 0.0038 0.0010 0.0005 0.0001 0.0001
180 0.0538 0.0137 0.0043 0.0011 0.0005 0.0002 0.0001
190 0.0595 0.0152 0.0047 0.0012 0.0006 0.0002 0.0001
200 0.0654 0.0167 0.0052 0.0014 0.0006 0.0002 0.0001
225 0.0813 0.0208 0.0064 0.0017 0.0008 0.0002 0.0001
250 0.0988 0.0252 0.0078 0.0021 0.0010 0.0003 0.0001
275 0.1178 0.0301 0.0093 0.0025 0.0012 0.0003 0.0001 0.0001
300 0.1384 0.0353 0.0109 0.0029 0.0014 0.0004 0.0002 0.0001
325 0.1605 0.0410 0.0127 0.0034 0.0016 0.0005 0.0002 0.0001
350 0.1840 0.0470 0.0146 0.0038 0.0018 0.0005 0.0002 0.0001
375 0.2091 0.0534 0.0165 0.0044 0.0021 0.0006 0.0003 0.0001
400 0.2356 0.0602 0.0186 0.0049 0.0023 0.0007 0.0003 0.0001
425 0.2635 0.0673 0.0208 0.0055 0.0026 0.0008 0.0003 0.0001
450 0.2929 0.0748 0.0232 0.0061 0.0029 0.0009 0.0004 0.0001
475 0.3237 0.0827 0.0256 0.0068 0.0032 0.0010 0.0004 0.0001
500 0.3559 0.0909 0.0282 0.0074 0.0035 0.0010 0.0004 0.0002
525 0.3896 0.0995 0.0308 0.0081 0.0039 0.0011 0.0005 0.0002
550 0.4246 0.1084 0.0336 0.0089 0.0042 0.0012 0.0005 0.0002
575 0.4609 0.1177 0.0365 0.0096 0.0046 0.0014 0.0006 0.0002
600 0.4987 0.1273 0.0394 0.0104 0.0049 0.0015 0.0006 0.0002
625 0.5378 0.1373 0.0425 0.0112 0.0053 0.0016 0.0007 0.0002
650 0.5783 0.1476 0.0457 0.0121 0.0057 0.0017 0.0007 0.0002
675 0.6201 0.1583 0.0490 0.0130 0.0061 0.0018 0.0008 0.0003
Tables calculated from Low-Pressure Gas Formula in NFPA -54
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Note: For Propane (LP) Gas applications, obtain Pressure Drop per foot values by following the
Propane conversion method detailed in Section 7.1 of the TracPipe D&I Guide..
CFH 1/2" 3/4" 1" 1-1/4" 1-1/2" 2" 2-1/2" 3"
700 0.6632 0.1693 0.0525 0.0139 0.0066 0.0019 0.0008 0.0003

725 0.7077 0.1807 0.0560 0.0148 0.0070 0.0021 0.0009 0.0003
750 0.7535 0.1924 0.0596 0.0157 0.0074 0.0022 0.0009 0.0003
775 0.8006 0.2044 0.0633 0.0167 0.0079 0.0024 0.0010 0.0003
800 0.8490 0.2168 0.0671 0.0177 0.0084 0.0025 0.0011 0.0004
825 0.8987 0.2295 0.0711 0.0188 0.0089 0.0026 0.0011 0.0004
850 0.9497 0.2425 0.0751 0.0198 0.0094 0.0028 0.0012 0.0004
875 1.0020 0.2559 0.0793 0.0209 0.0099 0.0029 0.0012 0.0004
900 1.0556 0.2695 0.0835 0.0221 0.0104 0.0031 0.0013 0.0005
925 1.1105 0.2835 0.0878 0.0232 0.0110 0.0033 0.0014 0.0005
950 1.1667 0.2979 0.0923 0.0244 0.0115 0.0034 0.0014 0.0005
975 1.2241 0.3125 0.0968 0.0256 0.0121 0.0036 0.0015 0.0005
1000 1.2828 0.3275 0.1015 0.0268 0.0127 0.0038 0.0016 0.0006
1100 1.5300 0.3907 0.1210 0.0320 0.0151 0.0045 0.0019 0.0007
1200 1.7972 0.4589 0.1421 0.0375 0.0178 0.0053 0.0022 0.0008
1300 2.0839 0.5321 0.1648 0.0435 0.0206 0.0061 0.0026 0.0009
1400 2.3901 0.6103 0.1890 0.0499 0.0236 0.0070 0.0030 0.0010
1500 2.7154 0.6933 0.2148 0.0567 0.0268 0.0080 0.0034 0.0012
1600 3.0596 0.7812 0.2420 0.0639 0.0302 0.0090 0.0038 0.0013
1700 3.4226 0.8739 0.2707 0.0715 0.0338 0.0101 0.0042 0.0015
1800 3.8043 0.9714 0.3009 0.0795 0.0376 0.0112 0.0047 0.0016
1900 4.2044 1.0735 0.3325 0.0878 0.0416 0.0124 0.0052 0.0018
2000 4.6228 1.1803 0.3656 0.0966 0.0457 0.0136 0.0057 0.0020
2100 5.0593 1.2918 0.4001 0.1057 0.0500 0.0149 0.0063 0.0022
2200 5.5139 1.4079 0.4361 0.1152 0.0545 0.0162 0.0068 0.0024
2300 5.9864 1.5285 0.4735 0.1251 0.0592 0.0176 0.0074 0.0026
2400 6.4766 1.6537 0.5122 0.1353 0.0640 0.0190 0.0080 0.0028
2500 6.9846 1.7834 0.5524 0.1459 0.0690 0.0205 0.0087 0.0030
2600 7.5100 1.9175 0.5940 0.1569 0.0742 0.0221 0.0093 0.0032
2700 8.0530 2.0562 0.6369 0.1682 0.0796 0.0237 0.0100 0.0035
2800 8.6133 2.1992 0.6812 0.1799 0.0851 0.0253 0.0107 0.0037
2900 9.1908 2.3467 0.7269 0.1920 0.0909 0.0270 0.0114 0.0040
3000 9.7856 2.4986 0.7740 0.2044 0.0967 0.0288 0.0121 0.0042
3100 2.6548 0.8223 0.2172 0.1028 0.0306 0.0129 0.0045
3200 2.8153 0.8721 0.2303 0.1090 0.0324 0.0137 0.0048
3300 2.9802 0.9232 0.2438 0.1154 0.0343 0.0145 0.0050
3400 3.1494 0.9756 0.2577 0.1219 0.0363 0.0153 0.0053
3500 3.3228 1.0293 0.2719 0.1286 0.0382 0.0161 0.0056
3600 3.5005 1.0843 0.2864 0.1355 0.0403 0.0170 0.0059
3700 3.6825 1.1407 0.3013 0.1426 0.0424 0.0179 0.0062
3800 3.8687 1.1984 0.3165 0.1498 0.0445 0.0188 0.0065
3900 4.0591 1.2573 0.3321 0.1571 0.0467 0.0197 0.0069
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the Propane conversion method detailed in Section 7.1 of the TracPipe D&I Guide..
CFH 3/4" 1" 1-1/4" 1-1/2" 2" 2-1/2" 3"
4000 4.2537 1.3176 0.3480 0.1647 0.0490 0.0207 0.0072

4100 4.4524 1.3792 0.3643 0.1724 0.0513 0.0216 0.0075
4200 4.6554 1.4421 0.3809 0.1802 0.0536 0.0226 0.0079
4300 4.8624 1.5062 0.3978 0.1882 0.0560 0.0236 0.0082
4400 5.0737 1.5716 0.4151 0.1964 0.0584 0.0246 0.0086
4500 5.2890 1.6383 0.4327 0.2048 0.0609 0.0257 0.0090
4600 5.5084 1.7063 0.4507 0.2133 0.0634 0.0268 0.0093
4700 5.7319 1.7755 0.4690 0.2219 0.0660 0.0278 0.0097
4800 5.9595 1.8460 0.4876 0.2307 0.0686 0.0290 0.0101
4900 6.1912 1.9178 0.5066 0.2397 0.0713 0.0301 0.0105
5000 6.4269 1.9908 0.5258 0.2488 0.0740 0.0312 0.0109
5250 7.0338 2.1788 0.5755 0.2723 0.0810 0.0342 0.0119
5500 7.6658 2.3746 0.6272 0.2968 0.0882 0.0372 0.0130
5750 8.3227 2.5780 0.6810 0.3222 0.0958 0.0404 0.0141
6000 9.0043 2.7892 0.7367 0.3486 0.1036 0.0437 0.0152
6250 9.7104 3.0079 0.7945 0.3759 0.1118 0.0472 0.0164
6500 3.2342 0.8543 0.4042 0.1202 0.0507 0.0177
6750 3.4680 0.9160 0.4334 0.1289 0.0544 0.0189
7000 3.7093 0.9798 0.4636 0.1378 0.0582 0.0203
7250 3.9580 1.0455 0.4947 0.1471 0.0621 0.0216
7500 4.2142 1.1131 0.5267 0.1566 0.0661 0.0230
7750 4.4776 1.1827 0.5596 0.1664 0.0702 0.0245
8000 4.7484 1.2542 0.5935 0.1765 0.0745 0.0259
8250 5.0265 1.3277 0.6282 0.1868 0.0788 0.0275
8500 5.3119 1.4031 0.6639 0.1974 0.0833 0.0290
8750 5.6044 1.4803 0.7004 0.2083 0.0879 0.0306
9000 5.9042 1.5595 0.7379 0.2194 0.0926 0.0323
9250 6.2111 1.6406 0.7763 0.2308 0.0974 0.0339
9500 6.5251 1.7235 0.8155 0.2425 0.1023 0.0357
9750 6.8462 1.8083 0.8556 0.2544 0.1074 0.0374
10000 7.1744 1.8950 0.8967 0.2666 0.1125 0.0392
10500 7.8520 2.0740 0.9813 0.2918 0.1231 0.0429
11000 8.5574 2.2603 1.0695 0.3180 0.1342 0.0468
11500 9.2907 2.4540 1.1612 0.3452 0.1457 0.0508
12000 2.6550 1.2563 0.3735 0.1576 0.0549
12500 2.8632 1.3548 0.4028 0.1700 0.0592
13000 3.0786 1.4567 0.4331 0.1828 0.0637
13500 3.3012 1.5620 0.4644 0.1960 0.0683
14000 3.5309 1.6707 0.4967 0.2096 0.0730
14500 3.7676 1.7827 0.5300 0.2237 0.0779
15000 4.0114 1.8981 0.5643 0.2382 0.0830
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Pressure drop ("wc per foot) for Black Iron based
on a given CFH Flow (Natural Gas SG = 0.60 Gas)
Note: For Propane (LP) Gas applications, obtain Pressure Drop
per foot values by following the Propane conversion method
detailed in Section 7.1 of the TracPipe D&I Guide.
CFH 1-1/4" 1-1/2" 2" 2-1/2" 3"
16000 4.5200 2.1387 0.6359 0.2684 0.0935

17000 5.0563 2.3925 0.7113 0.3002 0.1046
18000 5.6201 2.6593 0.7907 0.3337 0.1163
19000 6.2112 2.9389 0.8738 0.3688 0.1285
20000 6.8293 3.2314 0.9608 0.4055 0.1413
21000 7.4742 3.5366 1.0515 0.4438 0.1546
22000 8.1457 3.8543 1.1460 0.4836 0.1685
23000 8.8437 4.1846 1.2442 0.5251 0.1829
24000 9.5680 4.5273 1.3461 0.5681 0.1979
25000 4.8823 1.4516 0.6126 0.2134
26000 5.2496 1.5608 0.6587 0.2295
27000 5.6292 1.6737 0.7063 0.2461
28000 6.0208 1.7901 0.7555 0.2632
29000 6.4245 1.9102 0.8061 0.2809
30000 6.8403 2.0338 0.8583 0.2990
31000 7.2679 2.1609 0.9120 0.3177
32000 7.7075 2.2916 0.9671 0.3369
33000 8.1589 2.4258 1.0238 0.3567
34000 8.6220 2.5635 1.0819 0.3769
35000 9.0969 2.7047 1.1415 0.3977
36000 9.5834 2.8494 1.2025 0.4189
37000 2.9975 1.2650 0.4407
38000 3.1490 1.3290 0.4630
39000 3.3040 1.3944 0.4858
40000 3.4624 1.4612 0.5091
41000 3.6242 1.5295 0.5329
42000 3.7894 1.5992 0.5572
43000 3.9579 1.6703 0.5819
44000 4.1299 1.7429 0.6072
45000 4.3051 1.8169 0.6330
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SECTION 7.2 — SIZING TABLE FOR STEEL PIPE
Natural Gas 0.5 PSI or less / 0.5 inch w.c. drop
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SECTION 7.2
Table SP-1
Maximum Capacity of Sch. 40 Metallic Pipe in Cubic Feet of Gas per Hour for Gas Pressures
of 0.5 PSI or Less and a Pressure Drop of 0.5 Inch Water Column (Based on a 0.6 Specific Gravity)
Normal
Iron Pipe Internal Length of Pipe (Feet)
Size Diameter
(Inches) (inches) 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 125 150 175 200

1/4 .364 43 29 24 20 18 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8

3/8 .493 95 65 52 45 40 36 33 31 29 27 24 22 20 19

1/2 .622 175 120 97 82 73 66 61 57 53 50 44 40 37 35
3/4 .824 360 250 200 170 151 138 125 118 110 103 93 84 77 72
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1 1.049 680 465 375 320 285 260 240 220 205 195 175 160 145 135

1 1/4 1.380 1,400 950 770 660 580 530 490 460 430 400 360 325 300 280

1 1/2 1.610 2,100 1,460 1,180 990 900 810 750 690 650 620 550 500 460 430
2 2.067 3,950 2,750 2,200 1,900 1,680 1,520 1,400 1,300 1,220 1,150 1,020 950 850 800
2 1/2 2.469 6,300 4,350 3,520 3,000 2,650 2,400 2,250 2,050 1,950 1,850 1,650 1,500 1,370 1,280
3 3.068 11,000 7,700 6,250 5,300 4,750 4,300 3,900 3,700 3,450 3,250 2,950 2,650 2,450 2,280
4 4.026 23,000 15,800 12,800 10,900 9,700 8,800 8,100 7,500 7,200 6,700 6,000 5,500 5,000 4,600
CHAPTER 8
DEFINITION OF TERMINOLOGY
A.G.A. – American Gas Association Header (manifold) – A pipe or fitting to which a num-
ber of branch lines are connected.
ANSI Z223.1 1988 – 1988 edition of the National
Fuel Gas Code published by American National ID – Inside diameter of pipe or tubing.
Standard Institute. Also known as NFPA 54
(National Fire Protection Association). Inches (") W.C. – Method of stating pressure mea-
sured in inches of water column by a manometer
Appliance (Equipment) – Any device which utilizes or pressure gauge. Commonly used in the gas
natural gas or propane as a fuel or raw material industry when the pressure is less than one (1)
to produce light, heat, power, refrigeration or air PSI.
conditioning.
1 PSI = 28 in. W.C. approximately
Approved – Acceptable to the authorities having
jurisdiction. 1/2 PSI = 14 in. W.C.
Authority Having Jurisdiction – The organization, 1/4 PSI = 7 in. W.C.

office or individual responsible for “approving"
equipment, an installation or a procedure. Load – The amount of gas in CFH required by an
appliance, or group of appliances, per their rating
BTU – Abbreviation for British Thermal Unit, which plate.
is the quantity of heat required to raise the tem-
perature of one pound of water one degree L. P. Gas – Fuel gas that is stored and transported
Fahrenheit . in a liquid state, i.e., propane, butane, and mix-
tures of these and other heavier hydrocarbons.
CFH – Gas flow rate stated in cubic feet per hour.
Meter – An instrument installed to measure the
Clothes Dryer – A device used to dry wet laundry volume of gas delivered through a piping system.
by means of heat derived from the combustion of
natural gases. Manometer – A “U” shaped tube filled with water, or
mercury where the pressure applied to one leg of
Design Pressure – The maximum operating pressure the “U” will push the liquid column a measurable
permitted by this document, as determined by distance. Also known as a “U” gauge.
the design procedures applicable to the materials
involved. OD – Outside Diameter of pipe or tubing.
Drip Leg – The container (dirt trap pocket) placed at 1/2 PSI – A shortened way of stating 1/2 pounds
a low point in a system of piping to collect foreign per square inch gauge. Also the name of a low
material or condensate and from which it may be pressure piping system supplying gas from the
removed. meter at 1/2 PSI to each appliance pressure reg-
ulator.
EHD (Effective Hydraulic Diameter) – A relative mea-
sure of flow capacity; This number is used to Piping – As used in this document, either pipe or
compare individual sizes between different manu- tubing, or both.
facturers. The higher the EHD number the greater a.
pipe – Rigid conduit of iron, steel, copper,
flow capacity of the piping. brass or aluminum.
b. tubing – Semi rigid conduit of corrugated stain-
Full Lockup – The capability of totally stopping the less steel.
flow of gas if the load goes to zero, thus prevent-
ing the downstream pressure from increasing
more than a certain upper limit pressure above
the set point.
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Pressure – Unless otherwise stated, is expressed Regulator Vent – The opening in the atmospher-
in pounds per square inch above atmospheric ic side of the regulator housing permitting the
pressure, i.e. gage pressure (PSI). in and out movement of air to compensate for
the movement of the regulator diaphragm.
Pressure Drop – The loss in static pressure of
gas due to friction or obstruction in tubing, Specific Gravity – As applied to gas, the ratio
valves, fittings, regulators and burners. of the weight of a given volume to that of the
same volume of air, both measured under the
Pressure Regulator – A device that reduces and same conditions.
controls pressure. It automatically opens and
closes in response to changing pressure con- 2 PSI – A shortened way of stating 2 pounds
ditions in the downstream piping. per square inch gauge pressure. Also the
name of a piping system supplying gas at
PSI – Pounds per square inch gauge. The 2 PSI to a line gas pressure regulator which
pressure, as read from a measurement gage then reduces the pressure to inches W.C.
or device. Gauge pressure is pressure above upstream of the appliance regulator.
atmospheric pressure.
Valve, Manual Shut-off – A valve (located in
Purge – To displace the original air, or gas, or the piping system and readily accessible and
a mixture of gas and air in a gas conduit with operable by the consumer) used to shut off
a new air/gas mixture. individual equipment.
Regulator, Appliance (inches w.c. – inches w.c.) Vent Limiter Device – Restriction/orifice type
– A device for controlling and maintaining device in the vent outlet of a pressure reg-
a uniform pressure to the manifold of gas ulator that controls or limits leakage, in the
burning equipment. This valve is typically event of a diaphragm leak. It also allows the
part of the appliance. It reduces the pressure diaphragm to move freely to control pressure.
from 5.5" w.c. to the manifold pressure in the
appliance. (approximately 3.5" w.c.).
Regulator, Line Gas Pressure (PSI – inches w.c.)

– A device placed in a gas line between the
service regulator and the appliance regulator
for controlling, maintaining or reducing the
pressure in that portion of the piping system
downstream of the device. This valve reduces
the house line pressure (typically 2 PSI) to the
regulator manifold pressure (typically 8-10"
w.c.).
Regulator, Service (PSI – PSI or inches w.c.) – A

device installed by the serving gas supplier to
reduce and limit the service line gas pressure.
This valve reduces the service pressure to the
metering pressure. It is located upstream of
the gas meter.
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APPENDIX A
UL CLASSIFICATION
System No. W-J-1106
F-Rating - 1 & 2 Hr
T-Rating - 3/4 and 1-1/4 Hr
Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.®
1. Wall Assembly- Min 4-7/8 in. or 6-1/8 in. thick lightweight or normal weight (100-150 pcf) concrete for 1 or 2 hr rated
assemblies, respectively. Wall may also be constructed of any UL Classified Concrete Blocks*. Max diam of opening is
3-1/2 in.
See Concrete Blocks (CAZT) category in the Fire Resistance Directory for names of manufacturers.
2. Through Penetrating Products*-Flexible Metal Piping-Nom. 2 in. diam (or smaller) steel flexible metallic piping. Max
one flexible metal piping to be installed either concentrically or eccentrically within opening. The annular space between
piping and periphery of opening shall be min 0 (point contact) in. to max 1 in. Piping to be rigidly supported on both sides
of wall assembly. Plastic covering on piping may or may not be removed on both sides of wall assembly.
Omegaflex Inc.—Counterstrike Flexible Gas Piping.
3. Fill, Void, or Cavity Material*-Sealant -Min. 5/8 and 1 in. thickness of fill material for 1 and 2 hr fire-rated wall assem
blies, respectively, applied within the annulus, flush with both surfaces of wall. An additional 1/2 in. diam of fill material
applied at gypsum board/penetrant interface at point contact location on both surfaces of wall.
Johns Manville International, Inc. — Firetemp™ CI
*Bearing the UL Classification Marking

XHEZ
SYSTEM No. C-AJ-1340 Through Penetration Firestop systems
Floor or Wall Assembly-Min 4-1/2 in. thick lightweight or normal weight System No. C-AJ-1340
(100 to 150 pcf) concrete. Wall may also be constructed of any UL Classified
Concrete Blocks*. Diam of opening in floor or wall assembly to be min F-Rating - 4 Hr
3/4 in. to max 1-1/2 in. Larger than diam of flexible metal piping (Item 2) T-Rating - 2 1/4 Hr
installed in through opening. Max diam of opening is 4 in. See Concrete
Block (CAZT) category in the Fire Resistance Directory for names of man-
ufacturers.
Through-Penetrant*-Omegaflex Gas Piping–Nom 2 in. diam (or smaller)
flexible gas piping. One flexible gas piping to be installed either concentri-
cally or eccentrically within the firestop system.The annular space between
gas piping and periphery of opening shall be min 0 in. (point contact) to max.
1-1/2 in. Gas piping to be rigidly supported on both sides of floor or wall
assembly. Plastic covering on piping may or may not be removed on both
sides of floor or wall assembly. OmegaFlex, Inc.-CounterStrike Flexible
Gas Piping
Firestop System -The firestop system shall consist of the following:
A. Packing Material-Min 3-3/4 in. thickness of min 4 pcf mineral wool
batt insulation firmly packed into opening as a permanent form. Packing
material to be recessed from top surface of floor or from both surfaces wall
as required to accommodate the required thickness of fill material.
B. Fill, Void or Cavity Material* -Sealant Min 3/4 in. thickness of fill material Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.®
applied within the annulus, flush with top surface of floor or both surfaces of
wall. Min 1/2 in. diam bead of caulk applied to the penetrant/concrete or penetrant/con-
crete interface at the point contact location between penetrant and periphery of opening.
Passive Fire Protection Partners--4800DW
* Bearing the UL Classification Marking
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UL CLASSIFICATION The UL Through Penetration Firestop
Systems in Appendix A are only a
SYSTEM NO. W-L-1195 sample of the complete UL data-

base. See NOTE below.
1. Wall Assembly- The 1 or 2 hr

fire rated gypsum wallboard/stud wall XXEZ
assembly shall be constructed of the Through-Penetration Firestop Systems
materials and in the manner described System No. W-L-1195
F Rating - 1 & 2 hr (See Item 1)
in the individual U300 or U400 Series
T Rating - 3/4 & 1-1/4 hr(See Item 1)
Wall and Partition Designs in the UL Fire
Resistance Directory and shall include
the following construction features:
A. Studs- Wall framing may consist

of either wood studs or steel channel
studs. Wood studs to consist of nom 2
by 4 in. lumber spaced 16 in. OC with
nom 2 by 4 in. Lumber end plates and
cross braces. Steel studs to be min
3-5/8 in. wide by 1-3/8 in. deep chan-
nels spaced max 24 in. OC.
B. Wallboard, Gypsum* - Thickness,

type, number of layers and fasteners
as required in the individual Wall and
Partition Design. Max diam of opening
is 3-1/2 in. Underwriters Laboratories inc.®
1. T
he hourly F rating of the firestop system is equal to the hourly fire rating of the
wall assembly in which it is installed. The hourly T rating is 3/4 hr and 1-1/4 hr
for 1 and 2 hr rated assemblies, respectively.
2. T
hrough-Penetrating Product*-Flexible Metal Piping-Nom 2 in. diam (or smaller) steel
Flexible Metal Piping. Max one flexible metal piping to be installed either concentrically or
eccentrically within opening. The annular space between pipe and periphery of opening
shall be min 0 in. (point contact)to max 1 in. Piping to be rigidly supported on both sides of
wall assembly. Plastic covering on piping may or may not be removed for a distance of 2 ft.
on both sides of wall assembly. OmegaFlex, Inc.- CounterStrike Flexible Gas Piping.
3. Fill, Void, or Cavity Material*-Sealant - Min 5/8 and 1 in. thickness of fill material for 1
and 2 hr fire-rated wall assemblies, respectively, applied within the annulus, flush with both
surfaces of wall. An additional 1/2 in diameter of fill material applied at gypsum board/pen-
etrant interface at point contact location on both surfaces of wall.
Johns Manville International, Inc. - FiretempTMCI
NOTICE: to access the complete UL Through Penetration Firestop Systems database online:
1. Go to website www.ul.com
2. Click on : “CERTIFICATIONS” in left hand panel
3. Click on : “Company name/location” under General Search
4. Fill in OmegaFlex inc (3 words) in “Company Name” box
5. All approved systems are shown
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ASSIFIED
CL
F Rating - 1 and 2 Hr (See Item 1)
C UL US
C
IAPMO T Rating - I Hr
F-C-1111
TM
A 1A
1B
1D
A
SECTION A–A
3
1. Floor Assembly - The 1 or 2 hr fire-rated wood joist, wood truss or combination wood and
steel truss Floor-Ceiling assembly shall be constructed of the materials and in the manner
described in the individual L500 Series Design in the UL Fire Resistance Directory. The F
Rating of the firestop system is equal to the rating of the floor-ceiling and wall
assemblies. The general construction features of the floor-ceiling assembly are summarized
below:
A. Flooring System - Lumber or plywood subfloor with finish floor of lumber, plywood or
Floor Topping Mixture* as specified in the individual Floor-Ceiling Design. Max diam of
opening is 3 in. (76 mm).
B. Joists - Nom 2 by 10 in. (51 by 254 mm) deep (or deeper) lumber joists spaced 16 in.
(406 mm) OC or steel or combination lumber and steel joists, trusses or Structural Wood
Members* with bridging as required and with ends firestopped.
C. Furring Channels (Not Shown) (As required) Resilient galvanized steel furring installed
in accordance with the manner specified in the individual L500 Series Designs in the Fire
Resistance Directory.
D. Gypsum Board* - Thickness, type, number of layers and fasteners shall be as specified in
the individual Floor-Ceiling Design. Max diam of opening is 3 in. (76 mm).
hrough Penetrating Products* - Flexible Metal Piping-Nom 2 in. (51 mm) diam (or small-
2. T
er) steel Flexible Metal Piping with or without plastic covering on piping. Max one flexible metal
piping to be installed near center of circular through opening in floor assembly. The annular
space between the piping and periphery of opening shall be min 0 in. (0 mm) (point contact) to
max 1/2 in. (13 mm). Piping to be rigidly supported on both sides of floor assembly.
ill, Void or Cavity Material* - Sealant - Min 3/4 in. (19 mm) thickness of sealant applied
3. F
within annulus on top surface of floor. Min 5/8 in. (16 mm) thickness of sealant applied within
annulus on bottom surface of ceiling. At point contact location, a min 1/2 in. (13 mm) bead of
sealant shall be applied to the penetrant/gypsum board interface on bottom surface of ceiling
and at penetrant/flooring interface on top surface of floor.
Passive Fire Protection Partners** - 3600EX, 41GONS or 4800DW
**Formerly Firestop Systems Inc.
ASSIFIED
CL
UL Underwriters
C Laboratories Inc.®
IAPMO 09/03
TM
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APPENDIX B
MANUFACTURED HOUSING GUIDELINES
A. CODE AND ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

1. Manufactured homes and mobile homes bearing an insignia or required to bear an insig-
nia must comply with Title VI 24 Code of Federal Regulations, The National Manufactured
Housing Act of 1974 Part 3280. In most jurisdictions this requirement remains in force
when the structural, electrical plumbing or mechanical systems are altered. The Code of
Federal Regulations, Housing and Urban Development, Part 3280 Manufactured Home
Construction and Safety Standards is applicable throughout the USA for manufactured
housing construction (also known as “HUD code” housing).
2. There are other types of factory-built housing that do not fall directly under the
classification “HUD code” which must also be reviewed for special installation
considerations when designing a CSST gas piping system or appliance retrofit. Some
examples of this type of housing are Assembly Buildings, Panelized, Modular, and
Production Build. TracPipe® CounterStrike® should not be considered for RVs, which
are subject to over the road use and not just initial placement or repositioning.
3. Part 3280 Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards 1994 has not been
revised or updated for several years. There has been an effort by both NFPA and CABO
(now a part of the ICC) to have the US Congress adopt a new Manufactured Housing
Code. The latest version of the CABO Code ICC/ANSI 2.0 Manufactured Housing
Construction Safety Standards is available but has not been adopted by Congress.
4. Omegaflex has obtained a written opinion from the U.S. Department of Housing and
Urban Development regarding the use of TracPipe® CounterStrike® CSST. This HUD
decision states “CSST, such as TracPipe® CounterStrike®, is allowed to be used in
HUD manufactured homes (based upon incorporation of NFPA 54-1992 ANSI 223.1
The National Fuel Gas Code into Section 3280.703 Minimum Standards).” This opin-
ion shall be confirmed with State authorities responsible for inspections of HUD Code
buildings prior to installing TracPipe® CounterStrike® after the home has left the fac-
tory. For factory installations, approval by the DAPIA (Manufacturer’s Design Approval
Primary Inspection Agency) is normally required for the piping system design. Contact
Omegaflex for specification data and a copy of the HUD decision letter.
B. PIPING SYSTEM DESIGN REQUIREMENTS
1. The primary information for any TracPipe® CounterStrike® installation is contained
in the TracPipe® CounterStrike® Design Guide and Installation Instructions (latest
edition). This guide provides manufacturer’s instructions that are a requirement of the
ANSI/CSA LC-1 Standard governing certification and test requirements for Corrugated
Stainless Steel Tubing. Manufacturer’s instructions must be followed.
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APPENDIX B
MANUFACTURED HOUSING GUIDELINES
A. CODE AND ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

1. Manufactured homes and mobile homes bearing an insignia or required to bear an insig-
nia must comply with Title VI 24 Code of Federal Regulations, The National Manufactured
Housing Act of 1974 Part 3280. In most jurisdictions this requirement remains in force
when the structural, electrical plumbing or mechanical systems are altered. The Code of
Federal Regulations, Housing and Urban Development, Part 3280 Manufactured Home
Construction and Safety Standards is applicable throughout the USA for manufactured
housing construction (also known as “HUD code” housing).
2. There are other types of factory-built housing that do not fall directly under the
classification “HUD code” which must also be reviewed for special installation
considerations when designing a CSST gas piping system or appliance retrofit. Some
examples of this type of housing are Assembly Buildings, Panelized, Modular, and
Production Build. TracPipe® CounterStrike® should not be considered for RVs, which
are subject to over the road use and not just initial placement or repositioning.
3. Part 3280 Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards 1994 has not been
revised or updated for several years. There has been an effort by both NFPA and CABO
(now a part of the ICC) to have the US Congress adopt a new Manufactured Housing
Code. The latest version of the CABO Code ICC/ANSI 2.0 Manufactured Housing
Construction Safety Standards is available but has not been adopted by Congress.
4. Omegaflex has obtained a written opinion from the U.S. Department of Housing and
Urban Development regarding the use of TracPipe® CounterStrike® CSST. This HUD
decision states “CSST, such as TracPipe® CounterStrike®, is allowed to be used in
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HUD manufactured homes (based upon incorporation of NFPA 54-1992 ANSI 223.1
The National Fuel Gas Code into Section 3280.703 Minimum Standards).” This opin-
ion shall be confirmed with State authorities responsible for inspections of HUD Code
buildings prior to installing TracPipe® CounterStrike® after the home has left the fac-
tory. For factory installations, approval by the DAPIA (Manufacturer’s Design Approval
Primary Inspection Agency) is normally required for the piping system design. Contact
Omegaflex for specification data and a copy of the HUD decision letter.
B. PIPING SYSTEM DESIGN REQUIREMENTS
1. The primary information for any TracPipe® CounterStrike® installation is contained
in the TracPipe® CounterStrike® Design Guide and Installation Instructions (latest
edition). This guide provides manufacturer’s instructions that are a requirement of the
ANSI/CSA LC-1 Standard governing certification and test requirements for Corrugated
Stainless Steel Tubing. Manufacturer’s instructions must be followed.
2. Sizing for gas piping systems in HUD Code homes must be performed in accordance
with Part 3280 (Natural Gas piping system acceptable for LP-gas). System sizing is to
be done with Low Pressure Capacity Charts utilizing 0.5-inch water column drop. (See
Chart N-1 in the TracPipe® CounterStrike® Design Guide).
3. The natural gas supply connections shall not be less than the size of the gas piping but
shall not be smaller than 3/4-inch nominal pipe size. Gas supply connection shall not be
beneath an exit door. Gas supply connection shall be rigidly anchored to a structural
member within 6 inches of supply connection. All exterior openings around piping shall
be sealed to resist the entrance of rodents.
4. Where fuel gas piping is to be installed in more than one section of an expandable or
multiple-unit home, crossover connections between sections of the home shall be
constructed by one of the following methods:
A. Listed quick disconnect device, designed to provide a positive seal of the supply
side of the gas piping system when such device is separated.
B. Flexible connectors listed for exterior use and a shutoff valve of the non-dis-
placeable rotor type conforming to ANSI Z21.15, installed on supply side.
C. Direct plumbing (CSST) sized in accordance with Natural Gas Low Pressure
Capacity Chart N-1 in Chapter & of this installation guide.
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5. The flexible connector, direct plumbing pipe or “quick-disconnect” device shall be pro-
vided with protection from mechanical and impact damage and located to minimize the
possibility of tampering. For gas line crossover connections made with CSST or flexible
connectors, the crossover points shall be capped on the supply side to provide a positive
seal and covered on the other side with a suitable protective covering.
6. All points of crossover shall be accessible from the exterior of the home.
C. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
1. The preferred location for CSST flexible gas piping is beneath the floor and inside or
above the I-beam flange. This location will provide the best protection from transit dam-
age. Appliance stub-outs are easily made utilizing termination mounts or flange mounts
rigidly attached to the floor. Final connections can be made with approved flexible
appliance connectors downstream from the appliance shut-off valve. All floor penetra-
tions shall be sealed to resist the entrance of rodents. All CSST should be within the
envelope or rigidly attached to the I-beam flange.
2. Where CSST must cross an I-beam flange, the piping shall be securely attached to
the house flange to protect the CSST. Angle iron, C-channel or a wooden block are
recommended means of attachment. It is preferred to drill through a wooden structural
member if possible to avoid crossing the flange.
3. In open joist construction, routing should be within the open web portion of the
fabricated joist wherever possible. This location provides necessary support points at
each joist location.
4. In all locations, CSST must be supported in accordance with the manufacturer’s instruc-
tions (every 4 feet-3/8 size, 6 feet-1/2 size, 8 feet-3/4 size and 1 inch size) Support should
be with metal EMT conduit straps or two-point attachment plastic clips suitable for the
size of the tubing.
5. If a manifold is used, it shall be rigidly mounted to the I-beam flange. This applies to
parallel system layouts. Gas pressure in HUD Code homes is limited to 14 inches water
column maximum. Line pressure regulators are not necessary for this pressure and
should not be used.
6. The gas piping shall be bonded to the frame of the home by the use of:
a. Solderless type grounding terminal with a star washer bolted to the chassis;
b. Grounding clamp attached to a gas piping fitting. (For attachment of clamp to
TracPipe® AutoFlare® fitting, refer to Section 4.10 – Electrical Bonding/Grounding.
Do not attach clamp to the stainless steel portion under any circumstances.); and
c. Bonding electrode conductor sizing shall be in accordance with NFPA 70 Article 250
Section and Table 250-66.
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7. Concealed tubing: CSST shall not be run inside walls, partitions or roofs. Where tub-
ing passes through walls, floors, partitions, roofs, or similar installations, such tubing
shall be protected by the use of weather resistant grommets that shall snugly fit both
the tubing and the hole through which the tubing passes. DO NOT remove the yellow
polyethylene jacket in any penetrations.
8.
All CSST tubing joints shall have any exposed sections of stainless steel piping
wrapped with silicone self-bonding tape. The under-floor portion of the manufactured
home is considered an outdoor location. Proper support (per item 4 above) is required
under the floor.
9. Retrofit of appliances:
a. The gas supply connection shall be rigidly anchored to a structural member within
6 inches of supply connection.
b. CSST shall be supported and protected per manufacturer’s instructions. (See items
4 and 7 above.)
c. Pressure test gas piping per Item D 1 below before operating appliance.
D. INSPECTION AND TEST REQUIREMENTS
1. Pressure test in accordance with Part 3280.705k (8) testing for leakage (8 i) before
appliances are connected and (8 ii) after appliances are connected.
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APPENDIX C
SECTION C1.1 - AUTOTRIP® AutoTrip® Appliance Connector EFVs act

LOW PRESSURE EXCESS FLOW to restrict the flow of gas should the down-
VALVES FOR NATURAL GAS AND stream appliance connector suffer a com-
PROPANE SERVICE plete break or pull-out. The inlet side of
the AutoTrip® Appliance Connector excess
An excess flow valve (EFV) is a protective flow valve adapts to all approved gas piping
device to help control the discharge of fuel materials (TracPipe® CounterStrike®, other
gas in the event of a complete breakage of brands of CSST, steel pipe, and copper
pipe lines or flex connector rupture. Excess tube) with an NPT connection. The Outlet
flow valves have been of help in limiting gas
side comes equipped with an SAE flare for
loss in many incidents involving breakage of
connection to standard appliance connec-
piping; thus they do provide a useful safety
tors.
function in gas systems. This section explains
what protection excess flow valves can offer,
2. Quality Assurance
points out conditions which can interfere with
that protection, and offers suggestions for • AutoTrip® valves are Design-
effective excess flow valve installation. Certified by CSA International
and manufactured and 100%
1. There are two types of AutoTrip® EFVs: factory tested in accordance with
LFD Series Line/Meter excess flow valves the IAS U.S. Requirements
and AFD Series Appliance Connector 3-92 for Excess Flow Valves.
excess flow valves. •
Listed by IAPMO File
5031-International Association of
Plumbing and Mechanical Officials.
• Listed by CA-DSA-California Division
of State Architect.
LFD Series
A. AutoTrip® LFD Line/Meter Excess 3. IMPORTANT NOTES and LIMITATIONS
Flow Valves (EFVs) protect against poten- Regarding the Use of Excess Flow Valves
tial damage due to the release of fuel gas as
a result of residential and commercial gas line Installation of the AutoTrip® excess
breaks. AutoTrip® excess flow valves work flow valve must only be performed by
in conjunction with all approved gas piping a qualified plumber or gas fitter who
materials (TracPipe® CounterStrike®, other meets state and/or local require-
brands of CSST, steel pipe, and copper tube) ments to perform work on fuel gas
at the gas meter, second stage regulator, the piping systems. The AutoTrip® valve
appliance branch line or manifold connection. must be installed in compliance with
local codes or, in the absence of
B. AutoTrip® AFD Appliance Connector
local codes, with the National Fuel
Excess Flow Valves protect against poten-
Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, The
tial damage due to the release of fuel gas
International Fuel Gas Code, or The
when a flexible gas appliance connector line
Uniform Plumbing Code.
breaks.
AFD Series
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IMPORTANT
1. Read all installation instructions and limitations before installing.
2. Size the excess flow valve to match the gas demand for appliances installed. See sizing
instructions below. DO NOT OVERSIZE the valve for anticipated appliance additions.
3. Prior to installing, TURN OFF gas supply using an upstream shut-off valve.
4. Install the excess flow valve with the proper flow direction as marked on the label
and in the correct position (vertical up only for LFD models) and (multipoise [any
position] for AFD models) as specified in these instructions.
5. After installation is complete, pressurize system by opening gas supply shut off
valve VERY SLOWLY to initiate gas service.
6. Check all connections with a non-corrosive leak detector solution to assure
connections are leak tight. (Available: TracPipe Leak Check Solution P/N FGP-LCS).
4. LIMITATIONS OF AUTOTRIP ® EXCESS FLOW VALVES FOR NATURAL GAS AND
PROPANE SYSTEMS
AutoTrip® excess flow valves are designed to protect against complete breakage of gas
lines DOWNSTREAM of the location of which the AutoTrip® excess flow valve is installed.
AutoTrip® excess flow valves installed at the Meter are designed only to protect the main
trunk line piping of like size of which it was installed. These devices may not protect
against gas piping breaks at a given length downstream from the EFV or after a reduction
in pipe size. Additional factors that may affect the proper function of an EFV:
1. The system was not sized properly to allow the EFV to close upon complete breakage
of a gas line
2. The system was not sized properly with the EFV to allow proper operation of all appliances
3. The supply pressure is not great enough to provide the required capacity
4. Restrictions exist in the gas piping system that prevent proper operation of the EFV such
as, but not limited to, reductions in pipe size, incomplete or partial breaks of gas lines,
partially open or smaller than full-bore valves or components in the gas piping system,
any additional restrictions that would prevent the required capacity of gas to escape
from the system that would close the valve.
5. Foreign matter, such as pipe thread sealant, is lodged in valve, preventing closure.
6. The excess flow valve has been damaged by fire or improper installation and is no longer
in operating condition. NOTICE: If the valve is not in operating condition, IT MUST BE
REPLACED.
SECTION C1.2 - AUTOTRIP LFD SERIES EXCESS FLOW VALVES FOR
METER AND BRANCH LINE/MANIFOLD APPLICATIONS
LFD SERIES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Material Specification:
Body Brass Nickel Plated
Seat & Retainer Polyamide
Valve Float / Ball POM or PTFE
Operating Temperature: -20°F to 150°F LFD Series
Operating Pressure: 0.18 PSI (5"wc) to 2 PSI
Maximum Bypass Flow: 10 CFH (Air equivalent)
For additional product information including Model Numbers, inlet/outlet thread connections,
Maximum load capacity and flow rates, & application please reference Table C.1.
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C1.2.1 - APPLICATION, AND
SELECTION OF AUTOTRIP® LFD
SERIES EXCESS FLOW VALVES
1. Application. Determine the Type of EFV

based on the application (Ref. Figure:
3.10).
a) Meter
b) Branch Line
2. EFV Model Selection. From TABLE:
C.1, select the appropriate AutoTrip®
LFD Series EFV(s) based on the
TOTAL BTU/hr load capacity of the
appliance(s) it serves. For a Meter
FIGURE: C-1
application, this is the TOTAL BTU/hr
load capacity of ALL the appliance(s) EFV is installed. The TOTAL BTU/hr load
served by the gas meter. For a Branch capacity of the appliance(s) should be
Line application, this is the BTU/hr equal to or less than the Maximum Load
load capacity of the appliance(s) on Capacity (BTU/hr) value of the AutoTrip®
the branch for which the AutoTrip® LFD Series EFV selected from TABLE: C.1.
TABLE: C.1
AutoTrip® LFD Series Excess Flow Valves Application Data
EFV Type - OmegaFlex Mounting Position Inlet Thread Outlet Thread Maximum Nominal
Application AutoTrip P/N Connection(s) Connection(s) Load Closure Flow
Capacity Rate (SCFH)
(BTU/hr)
Appliance FGP-LFD-70 Vertical Up ONLY 3/4" M-NPT & 1/2" 3/4" M-NPT & 1/2" 70,000 97
Branch Line F-NPT F-NPT
Appliance FGP-LFD-125 Vertical Up ONLY 3/4" M-NPT & 1/2" 3/4" M-NPT & 1/2" 125,000 147
Branch Line F-NPT F-NPT
Meter / Branch FGP-LFD-275A Vertical Up ONLY 3/4" M-NPT & 1/2" 3/4" M-NPT & 1/2" 275,000 335
Line F-NPT F-NPT
Meter / Branch FGP-LFD-275B Vertical Up ONLY 1" M-NPT & 3/4" 1" M-NPT & 3/4" 275,000 335
Line F-NPT F-NPT
Meter / Branch FGP-LFD-375 Vertical Up ONLY 1" M-NPT & 3/4" 1" M-NPT & 3/4" 375,000 460
Line F-NPT F-NPT
Meter / Branch FGP-LFD-500 Vertical Up ONLY 1 1/4" M-NPT & 1" 1 1/4" M-NPT & 1" 500,000 685
Line F-NPT F-NPT
Notes:
1) Flow Rates given for 0.60 Specific Gravity Natural Gas with an Avg. Heating Value of 1000 BTU / cubic foot.
2) To convert Maximum Load Capacity value to BTU/hr Propane (1.52 Specific Gravity, 2520 BTU / cubic foot), multiply Natural
Gas Value by 1.583.
3) To convert SCFH Nominal Closure Flow Rate to SCFH Propane, multiply Natural gas Value above by 0.628
4) Abbreviations: w .c. = inches water column.
SCFH = Standard Cubic Feet per Hour.
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C1.2.2 - GAS PIPING SYSTEM C1.2.4 - SIZING INSTRUCTIONS
SIZING WITH LFD SERIES FOR AUTOTRIP LFD SERIES EFVS
EXCESS FLOW VALVES USED WITH COUNTERSTRIKE®
CSST SYSTEMS
AutoTrip® LFD Series excess flow valves
must be sized properly for the gas pip- A. Meter Applications (LFD Series LFD 275A,
ing system in which they are installed. LFD-275B, LFD-375, LFD-500)
When installing AutoTrip® excess flow
valves within a fuel gas piping system, 1. Choose the appropriate AutoTrip® LFD
the user must assure that: Series Meter EFV using TABLE C.1
based on the total capacity of the gas
1. The AutoTrip® LFD Series EFV will close piping system served by that meter.
upon a complete breakage or rupture of 2. Using the appropriate AutoTrip®
gas piping at an expected length down- Capacity Chart “Table N-1AT
stream of the EFV. It is recommended AutoTrip® Low Pressure” or “Table
that the installer conduct tests on the N-5AT AutoTrip® (2-PSI system)”
gas piping system to ensure the EFV(s) based upon system pressure; deter-
will function as intended. Note: Tests mine the size of CSST based on the
should be performed in accordance with AutoTrip® EFV selected in Step 1 and
all applicable local and national codes. the appropriate sizing length. This
size of CSST is designed to allow the
2. The addition of the AutoTrip® LFD Series AutoTrip® EFV to act as a safety shut-
EFV will allow all appliances to which off valve in the event of a complete
the EFV serves to operate properly with- breakage of the main trunk line piping.
out the undue loss of pressure. It is
recommended that the installer run all B.
Branch Line/Manifold Applications (LFD
appliances with the EFV(s) installed to
Series LFD-70, LFD-125, LFD-275A, LFD-
assure proper operation. 275B, LFD-375, and LFD-500):
C1.2.3 - METHODS OF SIZING 1.

Elevated Pressure 2 PSI system.
(Manifold with parallel arrangement).
STANDARD SIZING METHOD - When siz- a. Choose the appropriate size
ing a gas piping system including AutoTrip® AutoTrip® LFD Series Appliance
LFD Series EFVs, size the gas piping system Branch Line EFV using TABLE: 3.1
using the following Tables: (N-1AT, N-3AT, based on the capacity for each
N-5AT, SP-1AT, P-1AT) using standard meth- manifold outlet. Select an EFV with
ods of gas pipe sizing – Branch Length or sufficient capacity to supply the
Longest Run Method. appliance(s) connected to the outlet.
b. Using AutoTrip® Capacity Chart
ALTERNATE SIZING METHOD – If using an “TABLE: N-3AT AutoTrip® Dual
Engineered Method, i.e. “Sum of Pressures Pressure System” determine size of
Method” of gas pipe sizing, use the pressure CounterStrike® CSST based on the
drop values in Figure C-3 in your gas piping AutoTrip® EFV selected in Step a
calculations. and the appropriate sizing length from
the manifold to the appliance(s). This
size of CSST is designed to allow the
AutoTrip® EFV to act as a safety shut-
off valve in the event of the complete
breakage of the downstream branch
pipe line or flex c
onnector rupture.
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2. Series System Low Pressure C1.2.6 - LFD INSTALLATION
a. When there is no manifold, the EFV INSTRUCTIONS
should be located at the tee or fitting
where the appliance drop attaches A. Installation of AutoTrip® LFD Series Meter
to the trunk line. If this is a concealed Application excess flow valves downstream
location, follow local codes. of the Gas Meter Outlet.
b. Choose the appropriate size
AutoTrip® LFD Series Appliance The AutoTrip® device can be installed
Branch Line EFV using TABLE C.1 downstream of the gas company meter
based on the capacity for that and bypass tee outlet using standard pipe
branch line. Select an EFV with fittings and procedures. AutoTrip Meter
sufficient capacity to supply the
Valves-LFD models must be installed with-
appliance(s) connected to that drop. in 5 degrees of the vertical position with
c. Using AutoTrip® Capacity Chart the flow arrow pointing upward in the
“Table N-1AT AutoTrip ® Low direction of flow. NOTICE: EFVs installed
Pressure” determine size of at the Meter are designed only to protect
CounterStrike® CSST based on the main trunk line of like pipe size down-
the AutoTrip® EFV selected in stream of the EFV.
Step b and the appropriate sizing
B. Installation of AutoTrip® LFD Series
length from the appliance back to
Branch Line excess flow valves at the Tee
the meter. This size of CSST is
or Manifold connection of a Branch Line
designed to allow the AutoTrip®
to an Appliance.
EFV to act as a safety shut-off valve
in the event of a complete breakage
AutoTrip® Branch Line excess flow valves
of the downstream branch pipe line should be connected directly to the man
or flex connector rupture. ifold outlet at the point between the mani-
fold and the gas appliance lines. If there is
C1.2.5 - SIZING INSTRUCTIONS no manifold, the valves could be located
FOR AUTOTRIP LFD SERIES EFVS at the tee or fitting where the appliance
USED WITH LOW PRESSURE drop attaches to the trunk line. AutoTrip®
STEEL PIPE SYSTEMS Branch Line excess flow valves must be
installed in the vertical position (within
1. Choose the AutoTrip® LFD Series EFV 5 degrees) with the flow arrow pointing
(Appliance branch line or Meter) using upward in the direction of flow.
TABLE: C.1 which will supply the neces-
sary capacity of the meter or appliance(s) C. Step-by-Step Installation Instructions
it serves. 1. Prior to installing the AutoTrip® excess
flow valve (EFV), turn gas supply off
2. Using AutoTrip® Capacity Chart “Table upstream of the EFV using appropri-
SP-1AT AutoTrip® Steel Pipe Low Pressure” ate shut-off valve. For a Meter EFV
determine the size of steel pipe based on the installation, this will be the main gas
AutoTrip® EFV selected in Step 1 and the company shut-off valve.
appropriate sizing length. This size of steel
pipe is designed to allow the AutoTrip® 2. Install AutoTrip® EFV into piping
EFV to act as a safety shut-off valve in the system at desired location using

event of a complete breakage of the main appropriate pipe fittings and tools.
trunk line piping (Meter EFV) or of the down- When using a thread sealant on pipe
stream branch pipe line or flex connector threads, do not allow the sealant,
rupture (Appliance Branch Line EFV). Teflon tape or any debris to enter the
valve. Foreign matter can lodge in the
valve and prevent proper operation.
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3. After AutoTrip® EFV is installed, insure Once the pressure in the upstream
all connections in the gas piping sys- and downstream piping is equalized,
tem are gas tight. the EFV will reset. This is evident by a
“soft click” that can be heard from the
4.
Re-open upstream shut-off valve AutoTrip® EFV. Typical time to reset is
SLOWLY to re-pressurize the system. 1-2 minutes or of greater duration for
NOTICE: If upstream shut-off valve is larger diameter and/or longer lengths
opened too quickly and an excess flow of downstream piping. Repeat Step 4.
condition is created due to a pressure above to re-pressurize the system.
surge the AutoTrip® EFV may trip
(close). If this occurs, reset the valve NOTICE: If there are any open connections
using the Resetting an AutoTrip® EFV (assure all appliance valves are shut) or leaks
instructions below. downstream of the AutoTrip® EFV, the EFV
will not reset!
5.
Resetting an AutoTrip® EFV that
has “tripped” (closed). Turn gas C
AUTION: Installer must assure at
supply off upstream of the EFV using all times that any gas that may have
appropriate shut-off valve. For a Meter escaped from the gas piping system as
EFV installation, this will be the main a result of a pipe break, valve testing,
gas company shut-off valve. Repair all leakage, etc. is completely dissipated
damaged piping as required. Reset the prior to opening appliance shut-offs and
AutoTrip® EFV by closing and seal- firing of appliances. Assure that there is
ing off all downstream connections. no electrical or motorized equipment in
use during this process.
SECTION C1.3 - AUTOTRIP AFD SERIES EXCESS FLOW VALVES FOR

APPLIANCE CONNECTOR INLET APPLICATIONS
AFD SERIES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Material Specification:
Body Brass Nickel Plated
Seat Polyamide
Valve Float Polyamide

Spring Stainless Steel
Operating Temperature: 32°F to 150°F
Operating Pressure: 0.18 PSI (5"wc) to 1/2 PSI
Maximum Bypass Flow: 10 CFH (Air equivalent)

For additional product information including Model Numbers, inlet/outlet thread connections,
Maximum load capacity and flow rates, & application please reference Table: C.2.
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FIGURE: C-2
C1.3.1 - APPLICATION AND B.

Inlet side NPT and Outlet side SAE
SELECTION OF AUTOTRIP® AFD Flare connections, Nominal ID of the
SERIES EXCESS FLOW VALVES appliance connector being used.
1.
Application. Determine the Type of EFV 3 Gas Piping System Sizing with an AutoTrip®
based on the application – for the AFD AFD Series excess flow valve(s).
Series the application will be to install the
AutoTrip® excess flow valves must be sized
EFV at the inlet to a flexible appliance con-
properly for the gas piping system in which
nector (See Figure: C-2).
they are installed. When installing AutoTrip®
excess flow valves within a fuel gas piping
2. AFD Series EFV Model Selection.
system, the user must assure that:
From TABLE: C.2, select the appropriate
AutoTrip® AFD EFV based on: A. The AutoTrip® excess flow valve will
A. The BTU/hr load capacity of the appli- close upon a complete breakage or
ance it serves. (NOTICE: AutoTrip® rupture of the gas appliance con
Appliance Connector EFVs will serve nector piping downstream of the EFV.
only the appliance for which the flex- It is recommended that the install-
ible appliance connector is installed er conduct tests on the gas piping
to). The TOTAL BTU/hr load capacity system to ensure the EFV(s) will func-
of the appliance should be equal to or tion as intended. Note: Tests should
less than the Maximum Load Capacity be performed in accordance with all
(BTU/hr) value of the AutoTrip® AFD applicable local and national codes.
EFV in TABLE: C.2.
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B.
The addition of the EFV will allow the
AutoTrip® Appliance Connector excess
appliance to which the EFV serves to flow valves should be connected to the
operate properly without the undue loss SAE Flare connection on the inlet side of
of pressure. It is recommended that the an approved flexible appliance connector.
installer run all appliances with the EFV(s) AutoTrip® Appliance Connector excess
installed to assure proper operation. flow valves are designed for multipoise
installation so they may be installed in the
Based on the upstream gas piping system vertical, horizontal, or any angle from the
sizing and downstream appliance connector horizontal, positions. NOTICE: Appliance
sizing, the user must assure that the addition Connector AutoTrip® excess flow valves
of the AFD Series EFV will not reduce the inlet are designed to protect against a com-
pressure to the appliance below the minimum plete breakage or pull-out of the fl exible
required for proper operation. appliance connector only. This device
will not protect gas piping upstream of the
NOTICE: AFD Series EFVs will add a Nominal device.
0.5 "wc pressure drop when operating at the
Maximum Load Capacity (BTU/hr) of the EFV. B. Step-by-Step Installation Instructions
1. Prior to installing the AutoTrip® excess
C1.3.2 INSTALLATION flow valve (EFV), turn gas supply off
INSTRUCTIONS upstream of the EFV using appropriate
shut-off valve. If the appliance shut-
A. Installation of AutoTrip® Appliance off valve is installed upstream of the
Connector excess flow valves to the appliance connector, this valve may
Flare connection of a Flexible Appliance be used as the shut-off.
Connector.
TABLE: C.2
AutoTrip “AFD” Series Appliance Connector Inlet Excess Flow Valves Application Data
®
EFV Type - OmegaFlex Fits Mounting Inlet Thread Outlet Thread Maximum Nominal
Application AutoTrip P/N Nominal Position Connection(s) Connection(s) Load Closure Flow
Appliance Capacity Rate (SCFH)
Connector (BTU/hr)
ID Size
Appliance FGP-AFD-80 1/4" Multipoise 1/2" M-NPT & 3/8" 3/8" SAE Flare 80,000 110
connector F-NPT
Appliance FGP-AFD-100A 3/8" Multipoise 1/2" M-NPT & 3/8" 1/2" SAE Flare 100,000 175
connector F-NPT
Appliance FGP-AFD-130A 1/2" Multipoise 1/2" M-NPT & 3/8" 5/8" SAE Flare 130,000 200
connector F-NPT
Appliance FGP-AFD-130B 1/2" Multipoise 3/4" M-NPT & 1/2" 5/8" SAE Flare 130,000 200
connector F-NPT
Notes:
1) Flow Rates given for 0.60 Specific Gravity Natural Gas with an Avg. Heating Value of 1000 BTU / cubic foot.
2) To convert Maximum Load Capacity value to BTU/hr Propane (1.52 Specific Gravity, 2520 BTU / cubic foot), multiply
Natural Gas Value by 1.583.
3) To convert SCFH Nominal Closure Flow Rate to SCFH Propane, multiply Natural gas Value above by 0.628
4) Abbreviations: " w.c. = inches water column.
SCFH = Standard Cubic Feet per Hour.
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2. Install AutoTrip® EFV at the inlet to CAUTION: Installer must assure at all times
the flexible appliance connector using that any gas that may have escaped from the
appropriate pipe fittings and tools. gas piping system as a result of a pipe break,
When using a thread sealant on pipe valve testing, leakage, etc. is completely dis-
threads, do not allow the sealant, Teflon sipated prior to opening appliance shut-offs
tape or any debris to enter the valve. and firing of appliances. Assure that there is
Foreign matter can lodge in the valve no electrical or motorized equipment in use
and prevent proper operation. during this process.
3. After AutoTrip® EFV is installed, insure SECTION - C1.4 GASBREAKER®

all connections in the gas piping sys- EXCESS FLOW VALVES
tem are gas tight.
GasBreaker® excess flow valves (EFV) pro-
4.
Re-open upstream shut-off valve tect against residential and commercial gas
SLOWLY to re-pressurize the system. line breaks. GasBreakers work in conjunction
NOTICE: If upstream shut-off valve with CounterStrike®, other brands of CSST
is opened too quickly and an excess or rigid gas piping at the gas meter, second
flow condition is created due to a pres- stage regulator, the appliance branch line or
sure surge the AutoTrip® EFV may trip manifold connection. GasBreaker EFVs are
(close). If this occurs, reset the valve available in several different sizes and load
using the Resetting an AutoTrip® EFV capacity ratings.
instructions below.
The GasBreaker EFV can be installed
1.
5 Resetting an AutoTrip EFV that ®
downstream of the gas company meter
has “tripped” (closed). Repair all and bypass tee outlet using standard pipe
damaged piping as required. Reset the fittings and procedures. GasBreaker EFVs
AutoTrip® EFV by closing and sealing must be installed within 5 degrees of the
off all downstream connections. Once vertical position with the flow arrow point-
the pressure in the downstream piping ing upward in the direction of flow.
is equalized, valve will reset. This is
evident by a “soft click” that can be 2.
Use Table: C.4 for GasBreaker EFV
heard from the AutoTrip® EFV. Typical capacity information and to determine
time to reset is 15-30 seconds or of the equivalent AutoTrip® LFD excess
greater duration for larger diameter or flow valve. For sizing of the TracPipe®
longer length appliance connectors. CounterStrike® CSST system with
GasBreaker EFV’s utilize the equivalent
NOTICE: If there are any open connections AutoTrip® capacity chart data.
(assure all appliance valves are shut) or leaks
downstream of the AutoTrip® EFV, valve will
not reset!
NOTICE: Resetting AutoTrip® Appliance

Connector EFVs with appliance shut-off valve
installed UPSTREAM of the EFV – These
valves may be reset by closing and SLOWLY
re-opening the upstream appliance shut-off
valve without “tripping” the EFV.
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TABLE N-1AT TRACPIPE® AUTOTRIP® - (Low Pressure System)
Determine TracPipe CounterStrike CSST size based upon the AutoTrip “LFD” Series EFV Chosen and Length of CSST Run
Standard Low Pressure 0.5 psi or less (7 in w.c.)—Piping Pressure Drop 0.5 in w.c.
Distance Range – Length in Feet
AutoTrip Max. Capacity 0-10 <15 <20 <25 <40 <50 <60 <90 <100 <150 <200 <250 <300
P/N BTU Feet
Appliance Branch Line Series
FGP-LFD-70 70,000 1/2" 1/2" 3/4" 3/4" 3/4" 3/4" 3/4" 3/4" 1" 1" 1" 1" 1-1/4"
FGP-LFD-125 125,000 3/4" 3/4" 3/4" 3/4" 1" 1" 1" 1" 1-1/4" 1-1/4" 1-1/2" 1-1/2" 1-1/2"

Meter / Line Series
FGP-LFD-275A or -275B 275,000 1" 1" 1-1/4" 1-1/4" 1-1/4" 1-1/2" 1-1/2" 1-1/2" 1-1/2" 1-1/2" 1-1/2" 2" 2"
FGP-LFD-375 375,000 1" 1-1/4" 1-1/4" 1-1/2" 1-1/2" 1-1/2" 1-1/2" 1-1/2" 1-1/2" 2" 2" 2" 2"
FGP-LFD-500 500,000 1-1/4" 1-1/2" 1-1/2" 1-1/2" 1-1/2" 1-1/2" 1-1/2" 2" 2" 2" 2" 2" 2"
NOTE: If you are installing a brand of CSST other than TracPipe CounterStrike, size each run to supply the Max Capacity of the AutoTrip device instead of the capacity of appliances on that run.
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TABLE N-3AT TRACPIPE® AUTOTRIP® - (Dual Pressure System-8 in w.c. -Regulator outlet @ manifold)
Regulator Outlet for 2-psi system (8 in w.c. with a Piping Pressure Drop of 3 in w.c.)
GasBreaker Max. Capacity 0-10 <15 <20 <25 <30 <40 <50 <60 <80 <90 <100 <150 <200 <250 <300
P/N BTU Feet

FGP-LFD-70 70,000 3/8" 3/8" 3/8" 1/2" 1/2" 1/2" 1/2" 1/2" 1/2" 1/2" 1/2" 3/4" 3/4" 3/4" 3/4"
FGP-LFD-125 125,000 1/2" 1/2" 1/2" 1/2" 1/2" 3/4" 3/4" 3/4" 3/4" 3/4" 3/4" 3/4" 1" 1" 1"

Meter / Line Series
FGP-LFD-275A or -275B 275,000 3/4" 3/4" 3/4" 3/4" 3/4" 1" 1" 1" 1" 1" 1" 1-1/4" 1-1/4" 1-1/4" 1-1/2"
FGP-LFD-375 375,000 3/4" 3/4" 1" 1" 1" 1" 1" 1" 1-1/4" 1-1/4" 1-1/4" 1-1/2" 1-1/2" 1-1/2" 1-1/2"
FGP-LFD-500 500,000 1" 1" 1" 1" 1" 1-1/4" 1-1/4" 1-1/4" 1-1/4" 1-1/2" 1-1/2" 1-1/2" 1-1/2" 1-1/2" 1-1/2"
TABLE N-5AT TRACPIPE® AUTOTRIP® - (2-PSI system)
Meter Outlet for 2-PSI system (Elevated Pressure) – Piping Pressure Drop 1-PSI
GasBreaker Max.
P/N Capacity
BTU 0-10 Feet <25 <30 <40 <50 <75 <80 <100 <150 <200 <250 <300 <400 <500

Meter / Line Series
FGP-LFD-275A or -275B 275,000 3/8" 1/2" 1/2" 1/2" 1/2" 3/4" 3/4" 3/4" 3/4" 3/4" 3/4" 1" 1" 1"
FGP-LFD-375 375,000 1/2" 1/2" 1/2" 3/4" 3/4" 3/4" 3/4" 3/4" 3/4" 1" 1" 1" 1" 1"
FGP-LFD-500 500,000 1/2" 3/4" 3/4" 3/4" 3/4" 3/4" 3/4" 1" 1" 1" 1" 1" 1-1/4" 1-1/4"
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TABLE SP-1AT TRACPIPE® AUTOTRIP® - STEEL PIPE LOW PRESSURE
Determine TracPipe® CounterStrike® pipe size based upon the AutoTrip “LFD” Series EFV Chosen and Length of Run
Standard Low Pressure 0.5 PSI or less (7 in w.c.)—Piping Pressure Drop 0.5 in w.c.

GasBreaker Max.
P/N Capacity
BTU 0-10 Feet <20 <30 <40 <50 <60 <70 <90 <100 <125 <150 <200 <250 <300

FGP-LFD-70 70,000 1/2" Pipe 1/2" 1/2" 1/2" 1/2" 3/4" 3/4" 3/4" 3/4" 3/4" 3/4" 3/4" 1" 1"
FGP-LFD-125 125,000 1/2" Pipe 3/4" 3/4" 3/4" 3/4" 3/4" 3/4" 1" 1" 1" 1" 1" 1-1/4" 1-1/4"

Meter / Line Series
FGP-LFD-275A or -275B 275,000 3/4" Pipe 1" 1" 1" 1" 1-1/4" 1-1/4" 1-1/4" 1-1/4" 1-1/4" 1-1/4" 1-1/4" 1-1/2 1-1/2
FGP-LFD-375 375,000 1" Pipe 1" 1" 1-1/4" 1-1/4" 1-1/4" 1-1/4" 1-1/4" 1-1/4" 1-1/2" 1-1/2" 1-1/2" 1-1/2" 2"
FGP-LFD-500 500,000 1" Pipe 1-1/4" 1-1/4" 1-1/4" 1-1/4" 1-1/4" 1-1/2" 1-1/2" 1-1/2" 1-1/2" 1-1/2" 2" 2" 2"
TABLE 3.3
®
PROPANE—TracPipe AutoTrip® - “LFD” Series Excess Flow Valves
AutoTrip Flow Rates in 1.52 S.G. / 2520 BTU/cu.ft. PROPANE
Btu/hr SCFH
Device
Typ. Load Max Load Nom. Closing Typ. Load Max Load Nom. Closing
FGP-LFD-70 110,779 110,779 158,256 44 44 63
FGP-LFD-125 189,907 197,820 276,948 75 79 110

Meter / Line Series
FGP-LFD-275A 197,820 435,204 561,809 79 173 223
FGP-LFD-275B 276,948 435,204 561,809 110 173 223
FGP-LFD-375 284,861 593,460 751,716 113 236 298
FGP-LFD-500 284,861 791,280 1,084,054 113 314 430
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TABLE P-1AT TRACPIPE® AUTOTRIP® - (Propane Low Pressure System 11 in w.c.)
Standard Propane Low Pressure (11 in w.c.)—Piping Pressure Drop 0.5 in w.c.
AutoTrip Max. Capacity 0-10 <15 <20 <25 <40 <50 <60 <90 <100 <150 <200 <250 <300
P/N BTU Feet
FGP-LFD-70 110,779 1/2" 1/2" 3/4" 3/4" 3/4" 3/4" 3/4" 1" 1" 1" 1" 1" 1-1/4"
FGP-LFD-125 197,820 3/4" 3/4" 3/4" 3/4" 1" 1" 1" 1" 1-1/4" 1-1/4" 1-1/2" 1-1/2" 1-1/2"

Meter / Line Series
FGP-LFD-275A or -275B 435,204 1" 1" 1-1/4" 1-1/4" 1-1/4" 1-1/2" 1-1/2" 1-1/2" 1-1/2" 1-1/2" 1-1/2" 2" 2"
FGP-LFD-375 593,460 1" 1-1/4" 1-1/4" 1-1/4" 1-1/2" 1-1/2" 1-1/2" 1-1/2" 1-1/2" 2" 2" 2" 2"
FGP-LFD-500 791,280 1-1/4" 1-1/2" 1-1/2" 1-1/2" 1-1/2" 1-1/2" 1-1/2" 2" 2" 2" 2" 2" 2"
TABLE C.4
® ®
TracPipe AUTOTRIP - GasBreaker Equivalency Chart
GasBreaker Inlet and
EFV Type Maximum Load Auto Trip P/N Auto Trip Inlet and Outlet Equivalent
Outlet Thread
Application Capacity(Btu/hr) Thread Connection(s) GasBreaker P/N
Connection
Appliance Branch Line 70,000 FGP-LFD-70 3/4" M-NPT & 1/2" F-NPT FGP-GB090-075 3/4" M-NPT
Appliance Branch Line 125,000 FGP-LFD-125 3/4" M-NPT & 1/2" F-NPT FGP-GB150-075 3/4" M-NPT
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Meter / Branch Line 275,000 FGP-LFD-275A 3/4" M-NPT & 1/2" F-NPT FGP-GB300-075 3/4" M-NPT
Meter / Branch Line 275,000 FGP-LFD-275B 1" M-NPT & 3/4" F-NPT FGP-GB300-100 1" M-NPT
Meter / Branch Line 375,000 FGP-LFD-375 1" M-NPT & 3/4" F-NPT FGP-GB400-100 1" M-NPT
Meter / Branch Line 500,000 FGP-LFD-500 1-1/4" M-NPT & 1" F-NPT FGP-GB600-100 1" M-NPT
NOTE: For additional information regarding the AutoTrip or GasBreaker excess flow valves, please contact OmegaFlex at 800-671-8622.
FIGURE C-3
® ®
Pressure Drop across
Figure TracPipe
3.12 Pressure DropAutoTrip - “LFD”
across AutoTrip "LFD" Series EFV
Series EFV at given
at given Flow Rates
Flow Rates
2.00
1.80
1.60
1.40
1.20 LFD-70
LFD-125
LFD-275A
1.00
LFD-275B
LFD-375
0.80 LFD-500
Pressure drop (in. w.c.)
105
0.60
0.40
0.20
0.00
0 50 100 150 200 250 300 350 400 450 500 550
Flow (CFH 0.6 S.G. Nat. Gas)
NOTES:
106
NOTES:
107
NOTES:
108
For more information about
TracPipe®CounterStrike® visit:
tracpipe.com
For safety issues concerning
gas piping systems visit:
csstfacts.org
451 Creamery Way,
Exton, PA 19341-2509
1-800-671-8622 Fax: 610-524-7282
www.omegaflex.com
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FLEXIBLE GAS PIPING DESIGN

GUIDE and INSTALLATION

FGP-001 12/16 ©Omega Flex, Inc.

Omega Flex, Inc.

SPECIFICATION DATA SHEET

STRAIGHT AUTOFLARE® / AUTOSNAP® FITTINGS

Tube size 3/8" 1/2" 3/4" 1" 1-1/4" 1-1/2" 2"

FLANGE MOUNT AUTOFLARE® / AUTOSNAP® FITTINGS

5. FLEXIBLE PIPE – Stainless Steel

CONSULT FACTORY FOR OTHER TERMINATION METHODS

The 300 series stainless steel tubing is B.  P r e s s u r e

9. For retrofit installations, TracPipe®

10. TracPipe® CounterStrike® gas piping

Component Material Description/Dimensions

Component Material Description/Dimensions

Sizes: 3/8, 1/2, 3/4, 1, 1-1/4, 1-1/2

Tee Brass Tee

Component Material Description/Dimensions

Load Painted Steel

Sizes: 1/2 inch & 3/4 inch & 1 inch

Component Material Description/Dimensions

size: 3" x 12"

arrangement) is sized in the same way as a

sizing tables or tables found in National

Pressure drop in a low pressure system

2. Elevated pressure systems incorporate two manifold LENGTH OF RUNS

service regulator at the meter, is usually 2 C = 15 Feet B

CFH (100,000 BTU). dryer

Referring to table N-1 the column for 25 pressure regulator

available size is 3/4 supplying 157 CFH.

• The correct size is 3/4". inch w.c.

pressure regulator C = 10 Feet E

Supply pressure 2 PSI

Allowable drop: 1 PSI up to reg.

6. To determine the size of

6. Section C2, the longest run is 122 ft and

3. The longest total run is 122 ft. (total

6. To determine the size of the TracPipe®

3. To determine the size of the TracPipe® SECTION 3.2.4 — ALTERNATE

1. The system presented in Figure: 3-9 is 4. 

6A. VERTICAL RUNS

HORIZONTAL OR INCLINED RUNS

NOTICE: Due to the large diameter and

 INAL TORQUE: Tighten nut and adapter

2" FGP-CS-2000 FGP-FST-2000 250-300 ft.-lb.

wheel is not suitable, and will chip/ break.

DO NOT USE THREAD SEALANTS WITHIN THE FITTING. USE THREAD

SECTION 4.2.3 — TROUBLE SHOOTING FITTING

2. Extensions to existing tubing runs-A

SECTION 4.3.2 — OUTDOOR

Outlet to fireplace use

2. When TracPipe® Counter­Strike® is

Figure: 4-16 Multiple outlets along main tubing run

Figure: 4-17 Wrapping with self bonding

Figure: 4-18 Wrapping with self bonding

d. When tubing is routed horizontally between a. W

and is not concealed by wallboard or ceilings. non-metallic materials. OmegaFlex® recom-

1. TracPipe® CounterStrike® meets build-

3. TracPipe® Counter­Strike® has through

NOTICE: For TracPipe PS-II tubing with

The 300 series stainless steel tubing is B. P r e s s u r e

9. For retrofit installations, TracPipe®

10. TracPipe® CounterStrike® gas piping

2. Elevated pressure systems incorporate two manifold LENGTH OF RUNS

6. To determine the size of

6. Section C2, the longest run is 122 ft and

1. The system presented in Figure: 3-9 is 4.

INAL TORQUE: Tighten nut and adapter

2. Extensions to existing tubing runs-A

2. When TracPipe® CounterStrike® is

1. TracPipe® CounterStrike® meets build-

3. TracPipe® CounterStrike® has through

2. Meters which are independently supported Termination Mount

NOTICE: This TracPipe® CounterStrike®

4. Must be installed in a fully accessible area