ASTM F2159-09

Standard Specification for Plastic Insert Fittings Utilizing a Copper Crimp Ring for SDR9 Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX) Tubing

ABSTRACT
This specification establishes requirements for sulfone plastic insert fittings utilizing a copper crimp ring for SDR9 cross-linked polyethylene (PEX) tubing for cold- and hot-water distribution systems. Material for fitting shall be molded from sulfone plastic. Molded part shall not crack, split, or shatter and be free of visible splay. Fittings shall be tested for performance requirements such as hydrostatic burst, hydrostatic sustained pressure strength, thermocycling, excessive temperature-pressure capability, dimensions, workmanship, finish, appearance, assembly, crimp joint, and insert crush test.
SCOPE
1.1 This specification establishes requirements for sulfone plastic insert fittings and copper crimp rings for four sizes (3/8, 1/2, and ¾ and 1) of cross-linked polyethylene (PEX) plastic tubing. These fittings are intended for use in 100 psi (690 kPa) cold- and hot-water distribution systems operating at temperatures up to and including 180°F (82°C). Included are the requirements for material, molded part properties, performance, workmanship, dimensions, and markings to be used on the fittings and rings.
1.2 Units—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.
1.3 The following is an index of the appendix in this specification:
GO/NO-GO Crimp GaugesAppendix X1
1.4 The following precautionary caveat pertains only to the test method portions, Sections 11 and 12, of this specification. 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 and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory requirements prior to use.

General Information

• Status: Historical
• Publication Date: 30-Nov-2009
• ICS: 23.040.45 - Plastics fittings
• Technical Committee: F17 - Plastic Piping Systems
• Drafting Committee: F17.10 - Fittings

Relations

• Replaces: ASTM F2159-05 - Standard Specification for Plastic Insert Fittings Utilizing a Copper Crimp Ring for SDR9 Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX) Tubing
• Effective Date: 01-Dec-2009
• Replaced By: ASTM F2159-10 - Standard Specification for Plastic Insert Fittings Utilizing a Copper Crimp Ring for SDR9 Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX) Tubing and SDR9 Polyethylene of Raised Temperature (PE-RT) Tubing
• Effective Date: 01-Feb-2010
• Referred By: ASTM F877-23 - Standard Specification for Crosslinked Polyethylene (PEX) Hot- and Cold-Water Distribution Systems
• Effective Date: 01-Dec-2009
• Referred By: ASTM F2854-21 - Standard Specification for Push-Fit Crosslinked Polyethylene (PEX) Mechanical Fittings for Crosslinked Polyethylene (PEX) Tubing
• Effective Date: 01-Dec-2009
• Referred By: ASTM D2846/D2846M-19a - Standard Specification for Chlorinated Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (CPVC) Plastic Hot- and Cold-Water Distribution Systems
• Effective Date: 01-Dec-2009
• Referred By: ASTM F2769-23a - Standard Specification for Polyethylene of Raised Temperature (PE-RT) Plastic Hot and Cold-Water Tubing and Distribution Systems
• Effective Date: 01-Dec-2009
• Referred By: ASTM F2098-18 - Standard Specification for Stainless Steel Clamps for Securing SDR9 Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX) Tubing and SDR9 Polyethylene of Raised Temperature (PE-RT) to Metal Insert and Plastic Insert Fittings
• Effective Date: 01-Dec-2009
• Referred By: ASTM F2623-22 - Standard Specification for Polyethylene of Raised Temperature (PE-RT) Systems for Non-Potable Water Applications
• Effective Date: 01-Dec-2009
• Referred By: ASTM F3253-23 - Standard Specification for Crosslinked Polyethylene (PEX) Tubing with Oxygen Barrier for Hot- and Cold-Water Hydronic Distribution Systems
• Effective Date: 01-Dec-2009

Standards Content (Sample)

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An American National Standard
Designation: F2159 – 09
Standard Specification for
Plastic Insert Fittings Utilizing a Copper Crimp Ring for
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SDR9 Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX) Tubing
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F2159; 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 D2122 Test Method for Determining Dimensions of Ther-
moplastic Pipe and Fittings
1.1 This specification establishes requirements for sulfone
3 D6394 Specification for Sulfone Plastics (SP)
plastic insert fittings and copper crimp rings for four sizes ( ⁄8
F412 Terminology Relating to Plastic Piping Systems
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, ⁄2 , and ⁄4 and 1) of cross-linked polyethylene (PEX) plastic
F876 Specification for Crosslinked Polyethylene (PEX)
tubing. These fittings are intended for use in 100 psi (690 kPa)
Tubing
cold- and hot-water distribution systems operating at tempera-
F877 Specification for Crosslinked Polyethylene (PEX)
tures up to and including 180°F (82°C). Included are the
Plastic Hot- and Cold-Water Distribution Systems
requirements for material, molded part properties, perfor-
F1498 Specification for Taper Pipe Threads 60° for Ther-
mance, workmanship, dimensions, and markings to be used on
moplastic Pipe and Fittings
the fittings and rings.
F1807 Specification for Metal Insert Fittings Utilizing a
1.2 Units—The values stated in inch-pound units are to be
Copper Crimp Ring for SDR9 Cross-linked Polyethylene
regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are
(PEX) Tubing
mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for
2.2 ASME Standard:
information only and are not considered standard.
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B 1.20.1 Pipe Threads General Purpose Inch
1.3 The following is an index of the appendix in this
2.3 NSF International Standard:
specification:
ANSI/NSF Standard No. 14 for Plastic Piping Components
GO/NO-GO Crimp Gauges Appendix X1
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and Related Materials
1.4 The following precautionary caveat pertains only to the
ANSI/NSF Standard No. 61 for Drinking Water System
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test method portions, Sections 11 and 12, of this specification.
Components-Health Effects
This standard does not purport to address all of the safety
concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility 3. Terminology
of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and
3.1 Definitions—Definitions are in accordance with Termi-
health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory
nology F412 and abbreviations are in accordance with Termi-
requirements prior to use.
nology D1600, unless otherwise indicated.
2. Referenced Documents
4. Classification
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2.1 ASTM Standards:
4.1 This specification governs one class of fittings and
D618 Practice for Conditioning Plastics for Testing 3 1 3
coppercrimpringssuitableforusewithnominalsize ⁄8, ⁄2, ⁄4
D1598 Test Method for Time-to-Failure of Plastic Pipe
and 1 size PEX tubing that meets the requirements of ASTM
Under Constant Internal Pressure
Specifications F876 or F877.
D1599 Test Method for Resistance to Short-Time Hydraulic
Pressure of Plastic Pipe, Tubing, and Fittings 5. Materials and Manufacture
D1600 Terminology for Abbreviated Terms Relating to
5.1 Material—Fittings shall be molded from sulfone plastic
Plastics
(SP) as specified in Specification D6394. The material shall be
unreinforced polysulfone (group 01, class 1, grades 1 or 2) or
polyphenylsulfone (group 03, class 1, grade 1 or 2) or
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This specification is under the jurisdiction ofASTM Committee F17 on Plastic
unreinforced polyphenylsulfone/polysulfone blends (group 04,
Piping Systems and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee F17.10 on Fittings.
Current edition approved Dec. 1, 2009. Published January 2010. Originally
approved 2001. Last previous approved in 2005 as F2159-05. DOI: 10.1520/F2159-
09.
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Class 2, grade 1) or reworked plastic in accordance with 5.1.1. 7.3 Hydrostatic Sustained Pressure Strength—Assemblies
Pigmented products can exceed the
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An American National Standard
Designation:F2159–05 Designation: F2159 – 09
Standard Specification for
Plastic Insert Fittings Utilizing a Copper Crimp Ring for
1
SDR9 Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX) Tubing
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F2159; 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
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1.1 This specification establishes requirements for sulfone plastic insert fittings and copper crimp rings for four sizes ( ⁄8 , ⁄2
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, and ⁄4 and 1) of cross-linked polyethylene (PEX) plastic tubing. These fittings are intended for use in 100 psi (690 kPa) cold-
and hot-water distribution systems operating at temperatures up to and including 180°F (82°C). Included are the requirements for
material, molded part properties, performance, workmanship, dimensions, and markings to be used on the fittings and rings.
1.2 Units—The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are
mathematical conversions to SI units, whichunits that are provided for information only and are not considered the standard.
1.3 The following is an index of the appendix in this specification:
GO/NO-GO Crimp Gauges Appendix X1
1.4 The following precautionary caveat pertains only to the test method portions, Sections 11 and 12, of this specification. 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 and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory requirements
prior to use.
2. Referenced Documents
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2.1 ASTM Standards:
D618 Practice for Conditioning Plastics for Testing
D1598 Test Method for Time-to-Failure of Plastic Pipe Under Constant Internal Pressure
D1599 Test Method for Resistance to Short-Time Hydraulic Pressure of Plastic Pipe, Tubing, and Fittings
D1600 Terminology for Abbreviated Terms Relating to Plastics
D2122 Test Method for Determining Dimensions of Thermoplastic Pipe and Fittings
D6394 Specification for Sulfone Plastics (SP)
F412 Terminology Relating to Plastic Piping Systems
F876 Specification for Crosslinked Polyethylene (PEX) Tubing
F877 Specification for Crosslinked Polyethylene (PEX) Plastic Hot- and Cold-Water Distribution Systems
F1498 Specification for Taper Pipe Threads 60 for Thermoplastic Pipe and Fittings
F1807 SpecificationforMetalInsertFittingsUtilizingaCopperCrimpRingforSDR9Cross-linkedPolyethylene(PEX)Tubing
2.2 ASME Standard:
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B 1.20.1 Pipe Threads General Purpose Inch
2.3 NSF International Standard:
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ANSI/NSF Standard No. 14 for Plastic Piping Components and Related Materials
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ANSI/NSF Standard No. 61 for Drinking Water System Components-Health Effects
3. Terminology
3.1 Definitions—Definitions are in accordance with Terminology F412 and abbreviations are in accordance with Terminology
D1600, unless otherwise indicated.
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This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F17 on Plastic Piping Systems and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee F17.10 on Fittings.
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Current edition approved May 1, 2005. Published May 2005. Originally approved 2001. Last previous approved in 2003 as F2159-03 . DOI: 10.1520/F2159-05.
Current edition approved Dec. 1, 2009. Published January 2010. Originally approved 2001. Last previous approved in 2005 as F2159-05. DOI: 10.1520/F2159-09.
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volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on the ASTM website.
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4. Classification
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4.1 This spec
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