ASTM F2434-14
(Specification)Standard Specification for Metal Insert Fittings Utilizing a Copper Crimp Ring for SDR9 Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX) Tubing and SDR9 Cross-linked Polyethylene/Aluminum/Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX-AL-PEX) Tubing
Standard Specification for Metal Insert Fittings Utilizing a Copper Crimp Ring for SDR9 Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX) Tubing and SDR9 Cross-linked Polyethylene/Aluminum/Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX-AL-PEX) Tubing
ABSTRACT
This specification covers the requirements for materials, workmanship, dimensions, performance, and markings for metal insert fittings with o-ring seals and copper crimp rings for use with SDR9 cross-linked polyethylene and SDR9 cross-linked polyethylene/aluminum/cross-linked polyethylene tubing systems. The fittings shall be made from one of the following metals: cast copper alloys, machined brass, forged brass, crimp rings, or o-rings. Insert fittings shall be joined to the tubing by compression of a copper crimp ring around the outer circumference of the tubing, forcing the tubing material into annular spaces formed by ribs on the fitting. Performance tests shall be conducted on the assemblies to determine the material and dimensional requirements of the specimens. Marking shall be applied to the fittings in such a manner that it remains legible after installation and inspection.
SCOPE
1.1 This specification covers metal insert fittings with o-ring seals and copper crimp rings for use with Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX) and Cross-linked Polyethylene/Aluminum/Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX-AL-PEX) tubing in 1/2 , 3/4, 1, and 11/4 in. nominal diameters that meet the requirements for Specifications F876 and F2262. These fittings are intended for use in 125 psi (861.9 kPa) (PEX-AL-PEX) and 100 psi (689.5 kPa) (PEX) cold- and hot-water distribution systems operating at temperatures up to and including 180°F (82°C). Included are the requirements for materials, workmanship, dimensions, performance, and markings to be used on the fittings and rings.
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.
1.3 Compliance with this specification requires that these fittings be tested and certified to Specification F877 and F2262.
1.4 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 limitations prior to use.
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Standard Specification for
Metal Insert Fittings Utilizing a Copper Crimp Ring for SDR9
Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX) Tubing and SDR9 Cross-
linked Polyethylene/Aluminum/Cross-linked Polyethylene
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(PEX-AL-PEX) Tubing
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F2434; 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* B140/B140M Specification for Copper-Zinc-Lead (Red
Brass or Hardware Bronze) Rod, Bar, and Shapes
1.1 Thisspecificationcoversmetalinsertfittingswitho-ring
B283 Specification for Copper and Copper-Alloy Die Forg-
seals and copper crimp rings for use with Cross-linked Poly-
ings (Hot-Pressed)
ethylene (PEX) and Cross-linked Polyethylene/Aluminum/
B371/B371M Specification for Copper-Zinc-Silicon Alloy
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Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX-AL-PEX) tubing in ⁄2, ⁄4 1,
Rod
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and 1 ⁄4 in. nominal diameters that meet the requirements for
B584 Specification for Copper Alloy Sand Castings for
Specifications F876 and F2262. These fittings are intended for
General Applications
use in 125 psi (861.9 kPa) (PEX-AL-PEX) and 100 psi (689.5
D1600 Terminology forAbbreviatedTerms Relating to Plas-
kPa) (PEX) cold- and hot-water distribution systems operating
tics
at temperatures up to and including 180°F (82°C). Included are
D2122 Test Method for Determining Dimensions of Ther-
the requirements for materials, workmanship, dimensions,
moplastic Pipe and Fittings
performance, and markings to be used on the fittings and rings.
E18 Test Methods for Rockwell Hardness of Metallic Ma-
1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded
terials
as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical
F412 Terminology Relating to Plastic Piping Systems
conversions to SI units that are provided for information only
F876 SpecificationforCrosslinkedPolyethylene(PEX)Tub-
and are not considered standard.
ing
F877 SpecificationforCrosslinkedPolyethylene(PEX)Hot-
1.3 Compliance with this specification requires that these
and Cold-Water Distribution Systems
fittingsbetestedandcertifiedtoSpecificationF877andF2262.
F2262 Specification for Crosslinked Polyethylene/
1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the
Aluminum/Crosslinked Polyethylene Tubing OD Con-
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
trolled SDR9
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
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2.2 ASME Standards:
priate safety and health practices and determine the applica-
B1.20.1 Pipe Threads General Purpose (Inch)
bility of regulatory limitations prior to use.
B16.18 Cast Copper Alloy Solder Joint Pressure Fittings
2. Referenced Documents B16.22 Wrought Copper and Copper Alloy Solder Joint
2 Pressure Fittings
2.1 ASTM Standards:
2.3 Manufacturer’s Standardization Society Standard:
B16/B16M Specification for Free-Cutting Brass Rod, Bar
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SP-104 Wrought Copper Solder Joint Pressure Fittings
and Shapes for Use in Screw Machines
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2.4 NSF International Standards:
B62 Specification for Composition Bronze or Ounce Metal
NSF/ANSI 14 Plastic Piping Components and Related Ma-
Castings
terials
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This specification is under the jurisdiction ofASTM Committee F17 on Plastic
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Piping Systems and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee F17.10 on Fittings. Available from American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), ASME
Current edition approved Aug. 1, 2014. Published September 2014. Originally International Headquarters, Three Park Ave., New York, NY 10016-5990, http://
approved in 2004. Last previous edition approved in 2009 as F2435 - 09. DOI: www.asme.org.
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10.1520/F2434-14. AvailablefromManufacturersStandardizationSocietyoftheValveandFittings
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contact ASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM hq.com.
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Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on Available from NSF International, P.O. Box 130140, 789 N. Dixboro Rd.,Ann
the ASTM website. Arbor, MI 48113-0140, http://www.nsf.org.
*A Summary of Changes section appears at the end of this standard
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NSF/ANSI 61 Drinking Water System Components-Health 6.3 Dimensions—Any randomly selected fitting or fittings,
Effects and crimp ring or crimp rings, shall be used to determine
dimensions. Measurements shall be made in accordance wit
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Designation: F2434 − 09 F2434 − 14 An American National Standard
Standard Specification for
Metal Insert Fittings Utilizing a Copper Crimp Ring for SDR9
Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX) Tubing and SDR9 Cross-
linked Polyethylene/Aluminum/Cross-linked Polyethylene
1
(PEX-AL-PEX) Tubing
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F2434; 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*
1.1 This specification covers metal insert fittings with o-ring seals and copper crimp rings for use with Cross-linked
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Polyethylene (PEX) and Cross-linked Polyethylene/Aluminum/Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX-AL-PEX) tubing in ⁄2, ⁄4 1, and
1
1 ⁄4 in. nominal diameters that meet the requirements for Specifications F876 and F2262. These fittings are intended for use in 125
psi (861.9 kPa) (PEX-AL-PEX) and 100 psi (689.5 kPa) (PEX) cold- and hot-water distribution systems operating at temperatures
up to and including 180°F (82°C). Included are the requirements for materials, workmanship, dimensions, performance, and
markings to be used on the fittings and rings.
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.
1.3 Compliance with this specification requires that these fittings be tested and certified to Specification F877 and F2262.
1.4 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
limitations prior to use.
2. Referenced Documents
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2.1 ASTM Standards:
B16/B16M Specification for Free-Cutting Brass Rod, Bar and Shapes for Use in Screw Machines
B62 Specification for Composition Bronze or Ounce Metal Castings
B140/B140M Specification for Copper-Zinc-Lead (Red Brass or Hardware Bronze) Rod, Bar, and Shapes
B283 Specification for Copper and Copper-Alloy Die Forgings (Hot-Pressed)
B371/B371M Specification for Copper-Zinc-Silicon Alloy Rod
B584 Specification for Copper Alloy Sand Castings for General Applications
D1600 Terminology for Abbreviated Terms Relating to Plastics
D2122 Test Method for Determining Dimensions of Thermoplastic Pipe and Fittings
E18 Test Methods for Rockwell Hardness of Metallic Materials
F412 Terminology Relating to Plastic Piping Systems
F876 Specification for Crosslinked Polyethylene (PEX) Tubing
F877 Specification for Crosslinked Polyethylene (PEX) Hot- and Cold-Water Distribution Systems
F2262 Specification for Crosslinked Polyethylene/Aluminum/Crosslinked Polyethylene Tubing OD Controlled SDR9
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2.2 ASME Standards:
B1.20.1 Pipe Threads General Purpose (Inch)
B16.18 Cast Copper Alloy Solder Joint Pressure Fittings
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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.
Current edition approved Dec. 1, 2009Aug. 1, 2014. Published January 2010September 2014. Originally approved in 2004. Last previous edition approved in 20082009
as F2435 - 08.F2435 - 09. DOI: 10.1520/F2434-09.10.1520/F2434-14.
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For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or contact ASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM Standards
volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on the ASTM website.
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Available from American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), ASME International Headquarters, Three Park Ave., New York, NY 10016-5990, http://
www.asme.org.
*A Summary of Changes section appears at the end of this standard
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B16.22 Wrought Copper and Copper Alloy Solder Joint Pressure Fittings
2.3 Manufacturer’s Standardization Society Standard:
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SP-104 Wrought Copper Solder Joint Pressure Fittings
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2.4 NSF International Standards:
NSF/ANSI 14 Plastic Piping Components and Related Materials
NSF/ANSI 61 Drinking Water System Components-Health Effects
3. Terminology
3.1 Definitions are in accordance with Terminology F412 and abbreviati
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