ASTM F3202-19a

Standard Specification for Solid Wall Poly (Vinyl Chloride) PVC Fittings for Joining Corrugated Wall High Density Polyethylene (PE) and Polypropylene (PP) Piping

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1.1 This specification covers requirements and test methods for 6 in. (150 mm) through 60 in. (1500 mm) fabricated or molded solid wall poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC) gasketed sanitary sewer fittings to be used with piping manufactured to Specifications F2763, F2764, or F2947. Fabricated fittings may be manufactured from pipe, or from a combination of pipe and injection molded parts with PVC base stock.  
1.2 The requirements of this specification are to provide fabricated or molded solid wall PVC gasketed fittings for nonpressure drainage of sewage.  
1.3 Fittings produced to this specification are intended to be installed with pipe, in accordance with Practice D2321.  
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 are not considered standard.  
1.5 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.  
1.6 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-Jul-2019
• ICS: 91.140.70 - Sanitary installations
• ICS: 91.140.80 - Drainage systems
• Technical Committee: F17 - Plastic Piping Systems
• Drafting Committee: F17.10 - Fittings

Relations

• Refers: ASTM D2564-20 - Standard Specification for Solvent Cements for Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Plastic Piping Systems
• Effective Date: 01-Aug-2020
• Refers: ASTM F412-20 - Standard Terminology Relating to Plastic Piping Systems
• Effective Date: 01-Apr-2020
• Refers: ASTM D2321-20 - Standard Practice for Underground Installation of Thermoplastic Pipe for Sewers and Other Gravity-Flow Applications
• Effective Date: 15-Mar-2020
• Refers: ASTM D1784-20 - Standard Classification System and Basis for Specification for Rigid Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Compounds and Chlorinated Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (CPVC) Compounds
• Effective Date: 15-Jan-2020
• Refers: ASTM F412-19 - Standard Terminology Relating to Plastic Piping Systems
• Effective Date: 01-Jan-2019
• Refers: ASTM D2564-12(2018) - Standard Specification for Solvent Cements for Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Plastic Piping Systems
• Effective Date: 01-Aug-2018
• Refers: ASTM D2321-18 - Standard Practice for Underground Installation of Thermoplastic Pipe for Sewers and Other Gravity-Flow Applications
• Effective Date: 01-Mar-2018
• Refers: ASTM D1600-18 - Standard Terminology for Abbreviated Terms Relating to Plastics (Withdrawn 2024)
• Effective Date: 01-Jan-2018
• Refers: ASTM F412-17a - Standard Terminology Relating to Plastic Piping Systems
• Effective Date: 01-Aug-2017
• Refers: ASTM F412-17 - Standard Terminology Relating to Plastic Piping Systems
• Effective Date: 01-Feb-2017
• Refers: ASTM F412-16a - Standard Terminology Relating to Plastic Piping Systems
• Effective Date: 15-Nov-2016
• Refers: ASTM F412-16 - Standard Terminology Relating to Plastic Piping Systems
• Effective Date: 01-Aug-2016
• Refers: ASTM D3034-15e1 - Standard Specification for Type PSM Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Sewer Pipe and Fittings
• Effective Date: 01-Nov-2015
• Refers: ASTM D3034-15 - Standard Specification for Type PSM Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Sewer Pipe and Fittings
• Effective Date: 01-Nov-2015
• Refers: ASTM F412-15 - Standard Terminology Relating to Plastic Piping Systems
• Effective Date: 01-Jun-2015

Overview

ASTM F3202-19a is a comprehensive international standard specification developed by ASTM International. It covers the requirements and test methods for solid wall poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC) fittings with gaskets designed for connecting corrugated wall high-density polyethylene (HDPE) and polypropylene (PP) piping. The fittings in question range in size from 6 inches (150 mm) to 60 inches (1500 mm) and can be either fabricated or injection molded. These fittings are intended for nonpressure drainage of sewage and are typically used with pipes manufactured to ASTM F2763, F2764, or F2947 standards.

This standard ensures that the PVC fittings are compatible with corrugated profile-wall PE and PP pipes for underground sanitary sewer and drainage systems, thereby supporting reliable, watertight connections across different piping materials.

Key Topics

• Material Requirements: Fittings must be made from PVC compounds that meet specific cell classifications and quality requirements. Both virgin and reworked materials are permitted, provided they meet the minimum standards.
• Design and Construction: Solid wall PVC gasketed fittings are fabricated or molded for compatibility with profile geometries of HDPE and PP pipes, aiming for watertight connections.
• Testing and Performance:
  • Joints must pass leakage tests as defined by ASTM D3212.
  • The fitting’s wall and socket dimensions must meet strict tolerances for a secure and watertight fit.
• Intended Use: These fittings are designed for underground installation in nonpressure, gravity-flow sanitary sewer systems where soil provides structural support.
• Marking and Certification: Each fitting must be clearly marked with manufacturer information, material designation, standard reference (ASTM F3202), relevant pipe standard, nominal size, and code approvals.
• Inspection and Quality Assurance: The standard outlines protocols for sampling, product inspection, and testing to ensure compliance with its requirements.

Applications

ASTM F3202-19a has significant practical value in municipal, industrial, and private sewer projects throughout the world. Key applications include:

• Sanitary Sewer and Storm Drainage: Provides a standardized and reliable means of connecting corrugated HDPE or PP pipes in gravity-fed sewage and stormwater collection systems.
• New Construction & Infrastructure Upgrades: Ensures that fabricated or molded PVC fittings can be securely joined to existing or new corrugated wall PE and PP pipe installations.
• Underground Installations: The use of PVC gasketed fittings described in ASTM F3202-19a is optimized for buried systems where protection from UV exposure and aggressive chemicals is essential.
• Civil and Utility Engineering: Used by civil engineers, contractors, and utility providers focused on the long-term durability and watertight performance of underground piping networks.

Related Standards

The following ASTM standards are referenced within ASTM F3202-19a and are commonly used together to assure full compliance and system compatibility:

• ASTM F2763: Specification for dual and triple profile-wall PE pipe and fittings for sanitary sewer applications
• ASTM F2764: Specification for corrugated double and triple wall PP pipe and fittings for non-pressure sanitary sewer applications
• ASTM F2947: Specification for annular corrugated profile-wall PE pipe and fittings for sanitary sewer applications
• ASTM D2321: Practice for underground installation of thermoplastic pipe for sewers and other gravity-flow applications
• ASTM D3034, F679, F1336: Specifications for various classes and dimensions of PVC sewer pipe and fittings
• ASTM F477: Specification for elastomeric seals (gaskets) for joining plastic pipe
• ASTM D1784, D4396: Specifications detailing requirements for rigid PVC and CPVC compounds

These related standards ensure that all components within PVC, HDPE, and PP piping systems are manufactured and installed to a harmonized set of technical criteria, supporting system integrity and field performance.

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Keywords: ASTM F3202, PVC fittings, HDPE pipe, polypropylene pipe, sanitary sewer, storm drain, gasketed fittings, underground piping, profile-wall pipe, nonpressure drainage, sewer connections, ASTM standards

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: F3202 −19a An American National Standard
Standard Specification for
Solid Wall Poly (Vinyl Chloride) PVC Fittings for Joining
Corrugated Wall High Density Polyethylene (PE) and
Polypropylene (PP) Piping
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F3202; 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* D1600 Terminology forAbbreviatedTerms Relating to Plas-
tics
1.1 This specification covers requirements and test methods
D1784 Classification System and Basis for Specification for
for 6 in. (150 mm) through 60 in. (1500 mm) fabricated or
Rigid Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Compounds and Chlo-
molded solid wall poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC) gasketed sani-
rinated Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (CPVC) Compounds
tary sewer fittings to be used with piping manufactured to
D2122 Test Method for Determining Dimensions of Ther-
SpecificationsF2763,F2764,orF2947.Fabricatedfittingsmay
moplastic Pipe and Fittings
be manufactured from pipe, or from a combination of pipe and
injection molded parts with PVC base stock. D2321 PracticeforUndergroundInstallationofThermoplas-
tic Pipe for Sewers and Other Gravity-Flow Applications
1.2 The requirements of this specification are to provide
D2564 Specification for Solvent Cements for Poly(Vinyl
fabricated or molded solid wall PVC gasketed fittings for
Chloride) (PVC) Plastic Piping Systems
nonpressure drainage of sewage.
D3034 Specification for Type PSM Poly(Vinyl Chloride)
1.3 Fittingsproducedtothisspecificationareintendedtobe
(PVC) Sewer Pipe and Fittings
installed with pipe, in accordance with Practice D2321.
D3212 Specification for Joints for Drain and Sewer Plastic
1.4 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded
Pipes Using Flexible Elastomeric Seals
as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical
D4396 Specification for Rigid Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC)
conversions to SI units that are provided for information only
and Chlorinated Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (CPVC) Com-
and are not considered standard.
pounds for Plastic Pipe and Fittings Used in Nonpressure
1.5 This standard does not purport to address all of the
Applications
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
F412 Terminology Relating to Plastic Piping Systems
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
F477 Specification for Elastomeric Seals (Gaskets) for Join-
priate safety, health, and environmental practices and deter-
ing Plastic Pipe
mine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
F656 Specification for Primers for Use in Solvent Cement
1.6 This international standard was developed in accor-
Joints of Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Plastic Pipe and
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-
Fittings
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
F679 Specification for Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Large-
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
Diameter Plastic Gravity Sewer Pipe and Fittings
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
F1336 Specification for Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Gas-
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
keted Sewer Fittings
2. Referenced Documents
F2763 Specification for 12 to 60 in. [300 to 1500 mm] Dual
and Triple Profile-Wall Polyethylene (PE) Pipe and Fit-
2.1 ASTM Standards:
D618 Practice for Conditioning Plastics for Testing tings for Sanitary Sewer Applications
F2764 Specification for 6 to 60 in. [150 to 1500 mm]
This test method is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F17 on Plastic
Polypropylene (PP) Corrugated Double and Triple Wall
Piping Systems and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee F17.10 on Fittings.
Pipe and Fittings for Non-Pressure Sanitary Sewer Appli-
Current edition approved Aug. 1, 2019. Published August 2019. Originally
cations
approved 2019. Last previous edition approved in 2019 as F3202–19. DOI:
10.1520/F3202–19A
F2947 Specification for 150 to 1500 mm [6 to 60 in.]
For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or
Annular Corrugated Profile-Wall Polyethylene (PE) Pipe
contact ASTM Customer Service at [e-mail]. For Annual Book of ASTM
and Fittings for Sanitary Sewer Applications
Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on
the ASTM website.
*A Summary of Changes section appears at the end of this standard
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F3202 − 19a
2.2 Federal Standard: pipe, molded components, or fittings produced meet all the
Fed. Std. No. 123 Marking for Shipment (Civil Agencies) requirements of this specification.
2.3 Military Standard:
5.2 Fabrication Joint Material—The fabrication joint mate-
MIL-STD-129 Marking for Shipment and Storage
rial or reinforcing overlays shall be of that type, strength, and
properties suitable for the intended fabrication. It is the
3. Terminology
decision of the manufacturer as to what material will be used.
The PVC primer shall meet the requirements of Specification
3.1 Definitions are in accordance with Terminology F412
F656. The PVC solvent cement shall meet the requirements of
unless otherwise specified.
Specification D2564.
3.2 Abbreviations are in accordance with Terminology
5.3 Gaskets—Gaskets provided as part of the joining system
D1600, unless otherwise indicated. The abbreviations for
shall comply with the requirements of Specification F477.
poly(vinylchloride)plastic,polypropyleneplasticandpolyeth-
5.3.1 Lubricant—The lubricant used for field assembly shall
ylene plastic are PVC, PP and PE, respectively. The abbrevia-
be the type recommended by the manufacturer of the gasketed
tion for plastic sewer main is PSM.
joint or elastomeric seal.
4. Significance and Use
6. Miscellaneous Requirements
4.1 Many corrugated wall PE and PP pipe do not have
6.1 Gasketed Joining System:
injection molded fittings in their related standards. This stan-
6.1.1 The assembled joint shall display no leakage when
dard provides watertight, solid wall PVC fittings to accommo-
tested in accordance with the requirements of Specification
date the geometries of these various profile wall pipe. They do
D3212.
not replace those fittings already covered under the referenced
6.1.2 The gasket shall be designed to accommodate the
standards, but are intended to provide an additional option for
outside dimension tolerances on the pipe with respect to the
the designer and manufacturer.
bell dimensions of the fitting.
4.2 Designs of these products are intended for underground
6.1.3 Bells—The dimensions shall be in accordance with the
applications where soil provides support to their flexible walls.
manufacturer’s standard design dimensions and tolerances.
Their major use is to provide connections to adjoining sections
6.1.4 Gaskets—The gasket shall comply with the require-
of pipe which collect or convey sewage.
ments of Specification F477.
4.3 Exclusions from Recommended Use:
6.1.5 The joint assembly shall be in accordance with the
4.3.1 Permanent exposure to sunlight or weathering, or
manufacturer’s recommendations.All surfaces of the joint that
both, and
make contact with the gasket shall be smooth and free of
4.3.2 Exposure to chemicals, other than those normally
imperfections, ridges, fractures, or cracks that could adversely
found in sanitary, whose compatibility with the referenced
affect the seal.
standards and fittings is not known.
6.1.6 The wall of the bell or barrel of the fitting shall not
fracture or crack in conjunction with the compression of a pipe
5. Materials
gasket.
5.1 Basic Materials—The pipe components for fabricated
6.2 Waterway—Fabricated bell fittings shall be constructed
fittings shall be made from PVC compounds meeting the cell
so that pipe ends do not project into the waterway of the fitting
classifications of 12364 or 12454 as defined in Specification
or pipe body.
D1784. Homopolymer PVC compounds must equal or exceed
theperformancerequirementsoftheabovelistedminimumcell
7. Dimensions and Permissible Variations
classification number.
7.1 Diameter—The average outside diameter of molded
5.1.1 Molded components or fittings shall be made from
fitting spigots or of spigot pipe components for fabricated
virgin or rework PVC compound having a cell classification of
fittings shall meet the dimensional requirements given in
11432 or 12321 as prescribed in Specification D4396 or 12454
Specifications F679 or D3034 when measured in accordance
or 13343 as prescribed in Specification D1784. Virgin or
with 11.1.
rework compounds that have different cell classifications
7.2 Wall Thickness:
because one or more properties exceed the minimum perfor-
7.2.1 Fabricated Fittings—Fabricated fittings shall have a
mance requirements of those specified compounds are also
wall thickness meeting the requirements of Specifications
acceptable.
D3034, F679,or F1336 when measured in accordance with
5.1.2 Rework Material—Clean rework material generated
Test Method D2122 and 10.2.3. In the case of bells and
from the manufacturer’s own pipe, molded components, or
branches for fittings fabricated from pipe sections, the thick-
fittings production may be used by the same manufacturer
ness of the wall in the bell and the branch area shall meet the
providing the rework material is blended with the same cell
requirements of the standard to which the pipe was produced.
classification and meets the requirements of 5.1 and that the
7.2.2 Molded Fittings or Components—The wall thickness
of the waterway and socket or bell of molded fittings or
components shall be no less than the respective minimum
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Designation: F3202 − 19 F3202 − 19a
Standard Specification for
Solid Wall Poly (Vinyl Chloride) PVC Fittings for Joining
Corrugated Wall High Density Polyethylene (PE) and
Polypropylene (PP) Piping
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F3202; 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 6 in. (150 mm) through 60 in. (1500 mm) fabricated or molded
solid wall poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC) gasketed sanitary sewer fittings to be used with piping manufactured to Specifications F2763,
F2764, or F2947. Fabricated fittings may be manufactured from pipe, or from a combination of pipe and injection molded parts
with PVC base stock.
1.2 The requirements of this specification are to provide fabricated or molded solid wall PVC gasketed fittings for nonpressure
drainage of sewage.
1.3 Fittings produced to this specification are intended to be installed with pipe, in accordance with Practice D2321.
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 are not considered standard.
1.5 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.
1.6 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:
D618 Practice for Conditioning Plastics for Testing
D1600 Terminology for Abbreviated Terms Relating to Plastics
D1784 Specification for Rigid Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Compounds and Chlorinated Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (CPVC)
Compounds
D2122 Test Method for Determining Dimensions of Thermoplastic Pipe and Fittings
D2321 Practice for Underground Installation of Thermoplastic Pipe for Sewers and Other Gravity-Flow Applications
D2564 Specification for Solvent Cements for Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Plastic Piping Systems
D3034 Specification for Type PSM Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Sewer Pipe and Fittings
D3212 Specification for Joints for Drain and Sewer Plastic Pipes Using Flexible Elastomeric Seals
D4396 Specification for Rigid Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) and Chlorinated Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (CPVC) Compounds for
Plastic Pipe and Fittings Used in Nonpressure Applications
F412 Terminology Relating to Plastic Piping Systems
F477 Specification for Elastomeric Seals (Gaskets) for Joining Plastic Pipe
F656 Specification for Primers for Use in Solvent Cement Joints of Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Plastic Pipe and Fittings
F679 Specification for Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Large-Diameter Plastic Gravity Sewer Pipe and Fittings
F1336 Specification for Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Gasketed Sewer Fittings
This test method 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 April 1, 2019Aug. 1, 2019. Published April 2019August 2019. Originally approved 2019. Last previous edition approved in 2019 as F3202–19.
DOI: 10.1520/F3202–1910.1520/F3202–19A
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.
*A Summary of Changes section appears at the end of this standard
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F3202 − 19a
F2763 Specification for 12 to 60 in. [300 to 1500 mm] Dual and Triple Profile-Wall Polyethylene (PE) Pipe and Fittings for
Sanitary Sewer Applications
F2764 Specification for 6 to 60 in. [150 to 1500 mm] Polypropylene (PP) Corrugated Double and Triple Wall Pipe and Fittings
for Non-Pressure Sanitary Sewer Applications
F2947 Specification for 150 to 1500 mm [6 to 60 in.] Annular Corrugated Profile-Wall Polyethylene (PE) Pipe and Fittings for
Sanitary Sewer Applications
2.2 Federal Standard:
Fed. Std. No. 123 Marking for Shipment (Civil Agencies)
2.3 Military Standard:
MIL-STD-129 Marking for Shipment and Storage
3. Terminology
3.1 Definitions are in accordance with Terminology F412 unless otherwise specified.
3.2 Abbreviations are in accordance with Terminology D1600, unless otherwise indicated. The abbreviations for poly(vinyl
chloride) plastic, polypropylene plastic and polyethylene plastic are PVC, PP and PE, respectively. The abbreviation for plastic
sewer main is PSM.
4. Significance and Use
4.1 Many corrugated wall PE and PP pipe do not have injection molded fittings in their related standards. This standard provides
watertight, solid wall PVC fittings to accommodate the geometries of these various profile wall pipe. They do not replace those
fittings already covered under the referenced standards, but are intended to provide an additional option for the designer and
manufacturer.
4.2 Designs of these products are intended for underground applications where soil provides support to their flexible walls. Their
major use is to provide connections to adjoining sections of pipe which collect or convey sewage.
4.3 Exclusions from Recommended Use:
4.3.1 Permanent exposure to sunlight or weathering, or both, and
4.3.2 Exposure to chemicals, other than those normally found in sanitary, whose compatibility with the referenced standards and
fittings is not known.
5. Materials
5.1 Basic Materials—The pipe components for fabricated fittings shall be made from PVC compounds meeting the cell
classifications of 12364 or 12454 as defined in Specification D1784. Homopolymer PVC compounds must equal or exceed the
performance requirements of the above listed minimum cell classification number.
5.1.1 Molded components or fittings shall be made from virgin or rework PVC compound having a cell classification of 11432
or 12321 as prescribed in Specification D4396 or 12454 or 13343 as prescribed in Specification D1784. Virgin or rework
compounds that have different cell classifications because one or more properties exceed the minimum performance requirements
of those specified compounds are also acceptable.
5.1.2 Rework Material—Clean rework material generated from the manufacturer’s own pipe, molded components, or fittings
production may be used by the same manufacturer providing the rework material is blended with the same cell classification and
meets the requirements of 5.1 and that the pipe, molded components, or fittings produced meet all the requirements of this
specification.
5.2 Fabrication Joint Material—The fabrication joint material or reinforcing overlays shall be of that type, strength, and
properties suitable for the intended fabrication. It is the decision of the manufacturer as to what material will be used. The PVC
primer shall meet the requirements of Specification F656. The PVC solvent cement shall meet the requirements of Specification
D2564.
5.3 Gaskets—Gaskets provided as part of the joining system shall comply with the requirements of Specification F477.
5.3.1 Lubricant—The lubricant used for field assembly shall be the type recommended by the manufacturer of the gasketed joint
or elastomeric seal.
6. Miscellaneous Requirements
6.1 Gasketed Joining System:
6.1.1 The assembled joint shall display no leakage when tested in accordance with the requirements of Specification D3212.
6.1.2 The gasket shall be designed to accommodate the outside dimension tolerances on the pipe with respect to the bell
dimensions of the fitting.
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6.1.3 Bells—The dimensions shall be in accordance with the manufacturer’s standard design dimensions and tolerances.
6.1.4 Gaskets—The gasket shall comply with the requirements of Specification F477.
6.1.5 The joint assembly shall be in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations. All surfaces of the joint that make
contact with the gasket shall be smooth and free of imperfections, ridges, fractures, or cracks that could adversely affect the seal.
6.1.6 The wall of the bell or barrel of the fitting shall not fracture or crack in conjunction with the compression of a pipe gasket.
6.2 Waterway—Fabricated bell fittings shall be constructed so that pipe ends do not project into the waterway of the fitting or
pipe body.
7. Dimensions and Permissible Variations
7.1 Diameter—The average outside diameter of molded fitting spigots or of spigot pipe components for fabricated fittings shall
meet the dimensional requirements given in Specifications F679 or D3034 when measured in accordance with 11.1.
7.2 Wall Thickness:
7.2.1 Fabricated Fittings—Fabricated fittings shall have a wall thickness meeting the requirements of Specifications D3034,
F679, or F1336 when measured in accordance with Test Method D2122 and 10.2.3. In the case of bells and branches for fittings
fabricated from pipe sections, the thickness of the wall in the bell and the branch area shall meet the requirements of the standard
to which the pipe was produced. In the case of fittings fabricated from pipe sections, the thickness of the wall in the bell and the
branch area shall be considered satisfactory if it maintains the minimum wall thickness for the stated requirement according to
Specifications D3034 or F679 and was formed from pipe meeting the requirements of the s
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