ASTM F2509-24

Standard Specification for Field-assembled Anodeless Riser Kits for Use on Outside Diameter Controlled Polyethylene and Polyamide-11 (PA11) Gas Distribution Pipe and Tubing

ABSTRACT
This specification covers the qualification requirements and test methods for field-assembled anodeless riser kits for use with outside diameter controlled polyethylene gas distribution pipes and tubing in sizes of up to 2 IPS. The anodeless riser kits shall be manufactured in accordance with the specified materials, physical properties, and design, which include the riser casings, moisture seals, threads, bend radius, coatings, welding procedures, and riser adapter to riser casing connections. The riser adapter to riser casing connections shall tested by tensile pull testing.
SCOPE
1.1 This specification covers requirements and test methods for field-assembled anodeless riser kits for use with outside diameter controlled polyethylene and PA11 gas distribution pipe and tubing in sizes through 2 IPS as specified in Specification D2513 polyethylene and Specification F2945 for PA11.  
1.2 The test methods described are not intended to be routine quality control tests.  
1.3 This specification covers the types of field-assembled anodeless riser kits described in 3.3.2.  
1.4 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 not considered standard.  
1.5 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.  
1.6 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.  
1.7 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.

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 31-Mar-2024
• ICS: 23.040.20 - Plastics pipes
• ICS: 23.040.45 - Plastics fittings
• Technical Committee: F17 - Plastic Piping Systems
• Drafting Committee: F17.60 - Gas

Relations

• Replaces: ASTM F2509-15(2019) - Standard Specification for Field-assembled Anodeless Riser Kits for Use on Outside Diameter Controlled Polyethylene and Polyamide-11 (PA11) Gas Distribution Pipe and Tubing
• Effective Date: 01-Apr-2024
• Refers: ASTM A53/A53M-20 - Standard Specification for Pipe, Steel, Black and Hot-Dipped, Zinc-Coated, Welded and Seamless
• Effective Date: 01-Jul-2020

Overview

ASTM F2509-24 is the standard specification for field-assembled anodeless riser kits used with outside diameter controlled polyethylene (PE) and polyamide-11 (PA11) gas distribution pipe and tubing. Developed by ASTM International, this standard outlines qualification requirements and test methods for riser kits up to 2 IPS in size. These kits are essential components in gas distribution systems, enabling safe and reliable transition of fuel gas from underground plastic piping to above-ground metallic connections while ensuring mechanical protection and moisture resistance.

The specification addresses key aspects such as materials, riser casings, moisture seals, threads, bend radius, coatings, welding procedures, assembly connections, and qualification through tensile pull testing. Compliance with ASTM F2509-24 helps gas utilities and installers ensure product reliability and regulatory compliance for gas distribution networks.

Key Topics

• Field-Assembled Anodeless Riser Kits: Sets requirements for kits assembled on-site, including all necessary components except the gas-carrying PE or PA11 piping. Covers both rigid and flexible riser casings.
• Materials and Manufacturing: Specifies acceptable materials for riser kits, construction quality, and material performance. It addresses removal or covering of burrs to protect piping integrity.
• Design and Physical Properties: Details for riser casing wall thickness, bend radius requirements, thread standards (ASME B1.20.1), coatings, and welding requirements.
• Connection Performance: Emphasizes riser adapter-to-casing strength, requiring connections to pass tensile pull testing, ensuring resistance to separation and pull-out.
• Product Marking and Traceability: Mandates markings for traceability (manufacturer, production date, material designation, and compliance code F2509), as well as a 16-character identification code for tracking, supporting asset management and regulatory compliance.
• Installation and Quality Assurance: Installation instructions must comply with regulatory guidelines and be provided by the manufacturer. The standard also details marking and verification procedures for product quality.

Applications

ASTM F2509-24 plays a critical role in the following applications:

• Natural Gas Distribution: Ensures reliable, leak-tight connections for delivering natural gas in municipal and private gas networks using PE or PA11 piping.
• Utility Infrastructure Upgrades: Supports safe transition points between underground non-metallic gas piping and above-ground metallic piping in new installations and retrofit projects.
• Regulatory Compliance: Aids manufacturers, utilities, and installers in meeting industry and federal pipeline safety regulations, including U.S. CFR, Title 49, Part 192.
• Field Assembly: Enables utilities and contractors to assemble riser kits at the installation site, accommodating diverse system requirements and on-site conditions.

Related Standards

Implementing ASTM F2509-24 may involve compliance or integration with several related standards:

• ASTM D2513: Polyethylene Gas Pressure Pipe, Tubing, and Fittings
• ASTM F2945: Polyamide 11 Gas Pressure Pipe, Tubing, and Fittings
• ASTM F1948: Metallic Mechanical Fittings for Thermoplastic Gas Distribution Pipe
• ASTM F2897: Gas Distribution Component Tracking and Traceability Encoding
• ASME B1.20.1: Pipe Threads, General Purpose (Inch)
• ASME B31.8: Gas Transmission and Distribution Piping Systems
• UL 360: Standard for Liquid-Tight Flexible Steel Conduit
• U.S. CFR, Title 49, Part 192: Pipeline Safety Regulations

Adherence to ASTM F2509-24 and related standards supports best practices in gas distribution, safety, and infrastructure reliability.

Keywords: anodeless riser, field-assembled riser, gas piping, polyethylene piping, polyamide 11 (PA11), riser kit, riser adapter, gas distribution, ASTM F2509-24, pipeline safety, mechanical fittings.

Standards Content (Sample)

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.
Designation: F2509 − 24 An American National Standard
Standard Specification for
Field-assembled Anodeless Riser Kits for Use on Outside
Diameter Controlled Polyethylene and Polyamide-11 (PA11)
Gas Distribution Pipe and Tubing
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F2509; 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 (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope* 2. Referenced Documents
1.1 This specification covers requirements and test methods 2.1 ASTM Standards:
for field-assembled anodeless riser kits for use with outside A513/A513M Specification for Electric-Resistance-Welded
diameter controlled polyethylene and PA11 gas distribution Carbon and Alloy Steel Mechanical Tubing
pipe and tubing in sizes through 2 IPS as specified in A53/A53M Specification for Pipe, Steel, Black and Hot-
Specification D2513 polyethylene and Specification F2945 for Dipped, Zinc-Coated, Welded and Seamless
PA11. D638 Test Method for Tensile Properties of Plastics
D1600 Terminology for Abbreviated Terms Relating to Plas-
1.2 The test methods described are not intended to be
tics (Withdrawn 2024)
routine quality control tests.
D2513 Specification for Polyethylene (PE) Gas Pressure
1.3 This specification covers the types of field-assembled
Pipe, Tubing, and Fittings
anodeless riser kits described in 3.3.2.
F412 Terminology Relating to Plastic Piping Systems
1.4 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded F1948 Specification for Metallic Mechanical Fittings for
Use on Outside Diameter Controlled Thermoplastic Gas
as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical
conversions to SI units that are provided for information only Distribution Pipe and Tubing
F2897 Specification for Tracking and Traceability Encoding
and not considered standard.
System of Natural Gas Distribution Components (Pipe,
1.5 The text of this standard references notes and footnotes
Tubing, Fittings, Valves, and Appurtenances)
which provide explanatory material. These notes and footnotes
F2945 Specification for Polyamide 11 Gas Pressure Pipe,
(excluding those in tables and figures), shall not be considered
Tubing, and Fittings
as requirements of the standard.
2.2 ASME Standards:
1.6 This standard does not purport to address all of the 4
ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the 5
ASME B1.20.1 Pipe Threads, General Purpose (Inch)
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
B31.8 Gas Transmission and Distribution Piping Systems
priate safety, health, and environmental practices and deter- 5
2.3 Federal Regulations:
mine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
United States CFR, Title 49, Part 192 Pipeline Safety
1.7 This international standard was developed in accor-
Regulations
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
contact ASTM Customer Service at [e-mail]. For Annual Book of ASTM
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee. the ASTM website.
The last approved version of this historical standard is referenced on
www.astm.org.
Available from American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), ASME
This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F17 on Plastic International Headquarters, Three Park Ave., New York, NY 10016-5990, http://
Piping Systems and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee F17.60 on Gas. www.asme.org.
Current edition approved April 1, 2024. Published April 2024. Originally Available from U.S. Government Printing Office, Superintendent of
approved in 2006. Last previous edition approved in 2019 as F2509 – 15(2019). Documents, 732 N. Capitol St., NW, Washington, DC 20401-0001, http://
DOI: 10.1520/F2509-24. www.access.gpo.gov.
*A Summary of Changes section appears at the end of this standard
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F2509 − 24
2.4 UL Standard: Alternate materials proven to provide equal or better perfor-
UL 360 Standard for Liquid-Tight Flexible Steel Conduit mance shall be acceptable.
4.1.2 All burrs on metal components which could damage
3. Terminology
the polyethylene or PA11 piping during assembly shall be
removed or suitably covered with a protective device such as
3.1 The gas industry terminology used in this specification
an ID plastic sleeve, to preclude any damage to the polyethyl-
is in accordance with ASME B31.8 or the United States CFR,
ene or PA11 gas piping.
Title 49, Part 192, unless otherwise indicated.
3.1.1 pipe—used herein refers to both “pipe” and “tubing”
4.2 Riser Casings:
unless specifically stated otherwise.
4.2.1 Rigid riser casings shall be constructed of Specifica-
3.1.2 gas—used herein refers to any fuel gas unless specifi-
tion A53/A53M or A513/A513M or equivalent metallic mate-
cally stated otherwise.
rials with a minimum nominal 0.065 in. (1.65 mm) wall
thickness within the allowable tolerance ranges of the appli-
3.2 Definitions—Definitions are in accordance with Termi-
cable metallic piping specification.
nology F412 unless otherwise specified. Abbreviations are in
4.2.2 Flexible riser casings shall be constructed of plastic
accordance with Terminology D1600 unless otherwise speci-
coated flexible metallic tubing providing a crush strength of not
fied.
less than 1000 lbs. when tested in accordance with UL 360,
3.3 Definitions:
section 11.1. The flexible tubing shall also be capable of
3.3.1 anodeless riser, n—a type of mechanical fitting which
withstanding a tensile load of 300 lbs. force without breaking
is designed to transport gas from underground polyethylene or
or unwinding when tested in accordance with UL 360, section
PA11 piping to above-ground metallic piping. When properly
10.5.
installed, the polyethylene or PA11 piping is the gas carrier in
4.3 Moisture Seal:
the below ground portion of an anodeless riser and is protected
4.3.1 The riser casing shall include a bushing or seal at the
by a rigid metallic or plastic coated flexible metallic riser
point where the PE pipe will enter the casing. This seal shall
casing when it extends above ground level.
protect the PE pipe from being damaged by the casing end
3.3.2 field-assembled anodeless riser kit, n—a kit containing
during field assembly and resist the entry of moisture into the
all of the elements required to assemble an anodeless riser at
casing interior after installation.
the point of installation with the exception of the gas-carrying
4.4 Specifications outlining the properties of the field-
polyethylene or PA11 piping. It consists of, at a minimum, a
assembled riser kit shall be available from the manufacturer
riser casing and a riser adapter. These components may be
either integrally combined or include provisions for attachment upon request.
to one another at the point of installation.
5. Physical Properties
3.3.3 mechanical fitting, n—a device for making a connec-
5.1 Thread Requirements:
tion between piping components that employs physical force to
5.1.1 All gas carrying pipe threads shall comply with ASME
develop a leak-tight seal, produce alignment, and provide
B1.20.1
resistance to pullout caused by axial loads.
3.3.4 riser adapter, n—a type of mechanical fitting used to 5.2 Bend Radius Requirement
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Designation: F2509 − 15 (Reapproved 2019) F2509 − 24 An American National Standard
Standard Specification for
Field-assembled Anodeless Riser Kits for Use on Outside
Diameter Controlled Polyethylene and Polyamide-11 (PA11)
Gas Distribution Pipe and Tubing
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F2509; 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 (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope Scope*
1.1 This specification covers requirements and test methods for field-assembled anodeless riser kits for use with outside diameter
controlled polyethylene and PA11 gas distribution pipe and tubing in sizes through 2 IPS as specified in Specification D2513
polyethylene and Specification F2945 for PA11.
1.2 The test methods described are not intended to be routine quality control tests.
1.3 This specification covers the types of field-assembled anodeless riser kits described in 3.3.2.
1.4 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 not considered standard.
1.5 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.
1.6 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility
of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of
regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.7 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.
2. Referenced Documents
2.1 ASTM Standards:
A513/A513M Specification for Electric-Resistance-Welded Carbon and Alloy Steel Mechanical Tubing
A53/A53M Specification for Pipe, Steel, Black and Hot-Dipped, Zinc-Coated, Welded and Seamless
D638 Test Method for Tensile Properties of Plastics
D1600 Terminology for Abbreviated Terms Relating to Plastics (Withdrawn 2024)
This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F17 on Plastic Piping Systems and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee F17.60 on Gas.
Current edition approved Aug. 1, 2019April 1, 2024. Published August 2019April 2024. Originally approved in 2006. Last previous edition approved in 20152019 as
F2509 – 15.F2509 – 15(2019). DOI: 10.1520/F2509-15R19.10.1520/F2509-24.
For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or contact ASTM Customer Service at [e-mail]. For Annual Book of ASTM Standards
volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on the ASTM website.
The last approved version of this historical standard is referenced on www.astm.org.
*A Summary of Changes section appears at the end of this standard
Copyright © ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959. United States
F2509 − 24
D2513 Specification for Polyethylene (PE) Gas Pressure Pipe, Tubing, and Fittings
F412 Terminology Relating to Plastic Piping Systems
F1948 Specification for Metallic Mechanical Fittings for Use on Outside Diameter Controlled Thermoplastic Gas Distribution
Pipe and Tubing
F2897 Specification for Tracking and Traceability Encoding System of Natural Gas Distribution Components (Pipe, Tubing,
Fittings, Valves, and Appurtenances)
F2945 Specification for Polyamide 11 Gas Pressure Pipe, Tubing, and Fittings
2.2 ASME Standards:
ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code
ASME B1.20.1 Pipe Threads, General Purpose (Inch)
B31.8 Gas Transmission and Distribution Piping Systems
2.3 Federal Regulations:
United States CFR, Title 49, Part 192 Pipeline Safety Regulations
2.4 UL Standard:
UL 360 Standard for Liquid-Tight Flexible Steel Conduit
3. Terminology
3.1 The gas industry terminology used in this specification is in accordance with ASME B31.8 or the United States CFR, Title
49, Part 192, unless otherwise indicated.
3.1.1 pipe—used herein refers to both “pipe” and “tubing” unless specifically stated otherwise.
3.1.2 gas—used herein refers to any fuel gas unless specifically stated otherwise.
3.2 Definitions—Definitions are in accordance with Terminology F412 unless otherwise specified. Abbreviations are in accordance
with Terminology D1600 unless otherwise specified.
3.3 Definitions:
3.3.1 anodeless riser, n—a type of mechanical fitting which is designed to transport gas from underground polyethylene or PA11
piping to above-ground metallic piping. When properly installed, the polyethylene or PA11 piping is the gas carrier in the below
ground portion of an anodeless riser and is protected by a metallic rigid metallic or plastic coated flexible metallic riser casing when
it extends above ground level.
3.3.2 field-assembled anodeless riser kit, n—a kit containing all of the elements required to assemble an anodeless riser at the point
of installation with the exception of the gas-carrying polyethylene or PA11 piping. It consists of, at a minimum, a riser casing and
a riser adapter. These components may be either integrally combined or include provisions for attachment to one another at the
point of installation.
3.3.3 mechanical fitting, n—a device for making a connection between piping components that employs physical force to develop
a leak-tight seal, produce alignment, and provide resistance to pullout caused by axial loads.
3.3.4 riser adapter, n—a type of mechanical fitting used to join polyethylene and PA11 pipe to a metallic piping connection
(typically a pipe thread). Riser adapters are sometimes referred to as service head adapters.
3.3.5 riser casing, n—the metallic, non-gas carrying portion of an anodeless riser that serves as a protective conduit for the
polyethylene or PA11 piping. It may be either rigid, flexible, or a combination of both.
3.3.6 qualified installation instructions, n—a written procedure for making a plastic mechanical joint that has been demonstrated
will meet the requirements set forth in the United States CFR, Title 49, Part 192.283(b), and this standard.
Available from American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), ASME International Headquarters, Three Park Ave., New York, NY 10016-5990, http://
www.asme.org.
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Available from Underwriters Laboratories (UL), 2600 N.W. Lake Rd., Camas, WA 98607-8542, http://www.ul.com.
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4. Materials and Manufacture
4.1 General:
4.1.1 All materials of the riser kit shall meet the performance requirements of this specification and applicable referenced
specifications. Specific materials referenced in this section are common materials used in these types of products. Alternate
materials proven to provide equal or better performance shall be acceptable.
4.1.2 All burrs on metal components which could damage the polyethylene or PA11 piping during assembly shall either be
removed or suitably covered with a protective device such as an ID plastic sleeve, to preclude any damage to the polyethylene or
PA11 gas piping.
4.2 Riser Casings:
4.2.1 Rigid riser casings shall be constructed of Specification A53/A53M or A513/A513M or equivalent metallic materials with
a minimum nomin
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