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ASTM F1429-99

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Standard Test Method for Assembly Force of Plastic Underground Conduit Joints That Use Flexible Elastomeric Seals Located in the Bell

Standard Test Method for Assembly Force of Plastic Underground Conduit Joints That Use Flexible Elastomeric Seals Located in the Bell

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1.1 This test method covers the determination of the relative force required to assemble plastic underground conduit joints that use flexible elastomeric seals located in the bell.
1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard. The values stated in parentheses are provided for information purposes only.
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety problems, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

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Status
Historical
Publication Date
09-Apr-1999
ICS
23.040.60 - Flanges, couplings and joints
Technical Committee
F17 - Plastic Piping Systems
Drafting Committee
F17.40 - Test Methods
Current Stage
Ref Project

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ASTM F1429-99(2005) - Standard Test Method for Assembly Force of Plastic Underground Conduit Joints That Use Flexible Elastomeric Seals Located in the Bell
Effective Date
01-May-2005

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An American National Standard
Designation: F 1429 – 99
Standard Test Method for
Assembly Force of Plastic Underground Conduit Joints That
Use Flexible Elastomeric Seals Located in the Bell
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F 1429; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (e) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope chamfer on the spigot, and (3) the joint lubricant. This system
is as supplied or recommended by the conduit manufacturer.
1.1 This test method covers the determination of the relative
force required to assemble plastic underground conduit joints
4. Summary of Test Method
that use flexible elastomeric seals located in the bell.
4.1 A sample of eight gasketed conduit bells of the same
1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded
nominaldiameterarepreparedfromtypicalproductionstockof
as the standard. The values stated in parentheses are provided
the conduit manufacturer. An aluminum spigot mandrel made
for information purposes only.
to the specifications of Annex A1 for the conduit size being
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the
tested is inserted into each of the eight gasketed conduit bell
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
specimens by means of a compression tester and the joint
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
system assembly force is recorded for each specimen. The
priate safety and health practices and determine the applica-
mean and standard deviation of the sample of eight recorded
bility of regulatory limitations prior to use.
assembly forces is then calculated and recorded.
2. Referenced Documents 4.2 Any variation in the type of gasket, spigot chamfer, or
joint lubricant specified by the manufacturer constitutes a
2.1 ASTM Standards:
change in the gasketed conduit joining system and requires that
D 695 Test Method for Compressing Properties of Rigid
a new sample of eight specimens be tested.
Plastics
F 412 Terminology Relating to Plastic Piping Systems
5. Significance and Use
3. Terminology 5.1 The assembly force of a conduit joining system is one
measure of the ease of which the conduit system can be
3.1 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:
assembled and installed in the field. This test method provides
3.1.1 assembly force—the peak force or effort required to
a means by which to quantify the assembly force of gasketed
insert the spigot into the belled end for gasketed conduit
conduit joining systems. The results of the testing can be used
joining systems.
to compare and categorize the assembly force of different
3.1.2 chart recorder—a device that records on paper (or
designs of gasketed conduit joining systems.
similarpermanentmedium)thereadingsobtainedbyaphysical
5.2 This test method is not intended for use as a quality
testing machine, such as a compression tester. The chart
control test.
recorder receives input from the testing machine in the form of
5.3 Thistestmethodcanbeusedforcomparisonofgasketed
electrical signals that are proportional to the test readings.
conduit joining systems on the basis of assembly force. No
3.1.3 gasketed conduit joining system—a push-on conduit
information about joint sealing performance can be obtained
joining system (see joint, push-on in Terminology F 412) with
from the use of this test method.
the following three manufacturer-specified components that
5.4 This test method covers all plastic conduit with push-on
influence joint assembly force: (1) the elastomeric seal, (2) the
joints that use flexible elastomeric gaskets located in the bell to
provide the joint seal.
This test method is under the jurisdiction ofASTM Committee F-17 on Plastic
5.5 This test method is also applicable to all fittings that are
Piping Systems and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee F17.40 on Test
fabricated from conduit covered in 5.4 and that utilize the same
Methods.
type of push-on joints as the conduit covered in 5.4, and that
Current edition approved April 10, 1999. Published June 1999. Originally
areintendedforusewiththeconduittypesdescribedin5.4.For
published F 1429 – 92. Last previous edition F 1429 – 92.
Annual Book of ASTM Standards, Vol 08.01.
purposes of this test method, assembly force data obtained
Annual Book of ASTM Standards, Vol 08.04.
Copyright © ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959, United States.
F 1429
from the testing of the conduit that is the parent stock of a 8. Conditioning
fitting shall apply to the fitting also.
8.1 Condition specimens, spigot mandrels, and joint lubri-
cant for at least 8 h in air at a temperature of 73 6 7°F (23 6
6. Apparatus
4°C) prior to testing. Begin testing immediately after condi-
6.1 Testing Machine—A properly calibrated compression
tioning period.
testing machine of the constant-rate-of-crosshead movement
8.2 Conduct the testing in a room maintained at the condi-
type meeting the requirements of Testing Method D 695 shall
tioning temperature.
be used to make the tests. The compression tester shall be
9. Procedure
capable of a compression rate of 20 6 0.5 in./min (500 6 12.7
mm/min). The compression tester shall be equipped with a
9.1 Select eight bell specimens of the same nominal size
chart recorder that is capable of recording compression force
which have been prepared and conditioned according to
versus time or position.
Sections 7 and 8 of this test method.
6.2 Spigot Mandrels—Spigot mandrels shall be constructed
9.2 Mark the specimens with consecutive numbers, starting
to mount rigidly to the compression tester. The mandrels shall
with “1” and ending with “8.”
conform to the dimensions and specifications shown in Annex
9.3 Rigidly mount the proper spigot mandrel for the nomi-
A1.
nal size of conduit being tested to the compression tester.
6.3 Joint Lubricant—Joint lubricant shall be used prior to
9.4 Markspecimennumberandtypeonchartrecorderpaper
the assembly of the conduit joints. It shall be as specified or
to identify the force tracing that will be recorded.
supplied by the conduit manufacturer, or both.
9.5 Position compression arms of the compression tester to
provide a gap between the spigot mandrel and the bell
7. Test Specimens
specimen such that access to the spigot mandrel and bell
7.1 Specimens shall be comprised of a conduit bell with an
specimen is easily achieved.
elastomeric seal.
9.6 Stir the joint lubricant to remix any separation that may
7.2 Specimens shall have no less than 1 in. (25 mm) and no
have occurred.
more than 3 in. (76 mm) of nominal conduit diameter extend-
9.7 Using a paint brush or sponge, apply the joint lubricant
ing past the bottom of the bell shoulder (see Fig. 1).
to the gasket and spigot mandrel. Make sure to cover the entire
7.3 The bottom of each specimen (spigot end) shall be cut
contact surface of the gasket and halfway to the depth-of-
perpendicular to the axis of the bell barrel within 61° (see Fig.
insertion line on the spigot mandrel, leaving no dry spots.Also
1).
be sure that the entire surface of the chamfer on the spigot
7.4 Bell dimensions and specifications shall be determined
mandrel is covered.
by the bell manufacturer, but the specimens shall be represen-
NOTE 1—As a guide, the approximat
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1.1 This specification covers three classes of gray iron for castings intended for use as valve pressure-retaining parts, pipe fittings, and flanges.  
1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.
Note 1: The text of this standard references notes and footnotes which provide explanatory material. These notes and footnotes (excluding those in tables and figures) shall not be considered as requirements of the standard.  
1.3 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

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ASTM C1879-23(Practice)
Standard Practice for Installation of Aluminum and Stainless Steel Jacketing over Thermal Insulation on Pipe and Rigid Tubing

SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
5.1 This practice applies to materials manufactured in accordance with Specification C1729 (aluminum jacketing) or Specification C1767 (stainless steel jacketing). This standard is intended to provide a basic practice for installing these types of materials. Refer to Specifications C1729 and C1767 for information on the differences between aluminum and stainless steel jacketing and where each is considered for use.  
5.2 This practice is not intended to cover all aspects associated with installation for all applications, including factory and field fabricated pipe fitting covers.
Note 1: Consult the National Commercial & Industrial Insulation Standards (MICA), Guide C1696, the product manufacturer, and/or project specifications for additional recommendations.  
5.3 Metal jacketing is typically used on insulated piping located outdoors, including, but not limited to, process areas and rooftops. Metal jacketing is used indoors where greater resistance to physical damage is required, for appearance, for improved fire performance, or as otherwise preferred. Metal jacketing used outdoors serves the same functions as indoors and also protects the insulation system from weather.  
5.4 Metal jacketing is used over all types of pipe insulation materials.
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1.1 This practice covers recommended installation techniques for aluminum and stainless steel jacketing for thermal and acoustic pipe insulation operating at either above or below ambient temperatures and in both indoor and outdoor locations. This practice applies to materials manufactured in accordance with Specification C1729 (aluminum jacketing) or Specification C1767 (stainless steel jacketing). It does not address insulation jacketing made from other materials such as mastics, fiber-reinforced plastic, laminate jacketing, PVC, or rubberized or modified asphalt jacketing, nor does it cover the details of thermal or acoustical insulation systems.  
1.2 The purpose of this practice is to optimize the performance and longevity of installed metal jacketing and to minimize water intrusion through the metal jacketing system. This document is limited to installation procedures for metal jacketing over pipe insulation up to a pipe size of 48 in. NPS and does not encompass system design. This practice does not cover the installation of metal jacketing on rectangular ducts or around valves and gauges. It excludes the installation of spiral jacketing on cylindrical insulated ducts but is applicable to metal jacketing on cylindrical insulated ducts installed similarly to pipe insulation jacketing. Guide C1423 provides guidance in selecting jacketing materials and their safe use.  
1.3 For the purposes of this practice, it is assumed that the aluminum or stainless steel jacketing is of the correct size necessary to cover the thermal insulation system on the pipe or rigid tubing while achieving the longitudinal overlaps specified in 8.2.2 and 8.3.2. The size of the aluminum or stainless steel jacket necessary to achieve this specified longitudinal overlap closure is a complex topic for which the detailed requirements are outside the scope of this practice. Achieving this fit is very important to the performance of the total insulation system. See Appendix X1 for general information and recommendations regarding this closure of aluminum and stainless steel jacketing installed over thermal pipe and rigid tubing insulation.  
1.4 The intrusion of water or water vapor into an insulation system will, in some cases, cause undesirable results such as corrosion under insulation, loss of insulating ability, and physical damage to the insulation system. Minimizing the movement of water through the metal jacketing system is only one of the important factors in helping maintain good long-term performance of the total insulation system. There are many other important factors including proper performance and installation of the insulation, vapor retarder, and ...

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ASTM A865/A865M-23(Specification)
Standard Specification for Threaded Couplings, Steel, Black or Zinc-Coated (Galvanized) Welded or Seamless, for Use in Steel Pipe Joints

ABSTRACT
This guide covers standard specification for black or galvanized welded or seamless threaded steel couplings for use with steel pipe joints in NPS 1/8 to NPS 20 [DN 6 to DN 500] inclusive. The steel for both welded and seamless couplings shall be made by one or more of the following processes: open-hearth, electric-furnace, or basic-oxygen. Welded couplings NPS 3½ [DN 90] and under may be butt-welded. Welded couplings over NPS 3½ [DN 90] shall be electric-welded. The steel shall conform to the required chemical composition for phosphorus and sulfur.
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1.1 This specification covers black or galvanized welded or seamless threaded steel couplings for use with steel pipe in NPS 1/8 to NPS 20 [DN 6 to DN 500] inclusive (Note 1). Couplings ordered under this specification are intended for the uses outlined in the pipe specifications referencing this specification.  
Note 1: The dimensionless designator NPS (nominal pipe size) and DN [diameter nominal] has been substituted in this standard for such traditional terms as nominal diameter, size, and nominal size.  
1.2 The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound units are to be regarded separately as standard. The values stated in each system may not be exact equivalents; therefore, each system shall be used independently of the other. Combining values from the two systems may result in non-conformance with the standard.  
1.3 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

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