1. Scope

1.1 This specification covers the physical requirements for tools used to squeeze-off polyethylene (PE) pipe and tubing. It is limited to squeeze-off procedures set forth by the pipe manufacturer as referred to in Specification D2513 for gas pressure pipe systems.

1.2 Nothing in this specification shall be construed as recommending practices or systems at variances with governing codes and project specifications.

1.3 Where applicable in this specification, 'pipe' shall mean 'pipe and tubing,' and 'tool' shall mean 'squeeze-off tool.'

1.4 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard. The SI units given in parentheses are for information only.

1.5 The following safety hazards caveat pertains only to the test methods portions, Section 5 and Appendix X1 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 limitations prior to use.

2. Referenced Documents (purchase separately) The documents listed below are referenced within the subject standard but are not provided as part of the standard.

ASTM Standards

D638 Test Method for Tensile Properties of Plastics

D1598 Test Method for Time-to-Failure of Plastic Pipe Under Constant Internal Pressure

D1600 Terminology for Abbreviated Terms Relating to Plastics

D2513 Specification for Polyethylene (PE) Gas Pressure Pipe, Tubing, and Fittings

F412 Terminology Relating to Plastic Piping Systems

F1041 Guide for Squeeze-Off of Polyolefin Gas Pressure Pipe and Tubing

Keywords

flow control; squeeze-off; squeeze tools: Chemical resistance--plastics; Flow control; Gas pressure systems/applications--specifications; Polyethylene (PE) fittings--specifications; Polyethylene (PE) pipe--specifications; Polyethylene (PE) tube--specifications; Pressure testing--plastic pipe/tube; Squeeze-off materials/applications; Thermoplastic pipe/tube/fittings--specifications;

ICS Code

ICS Number Code 23.040.20 (Plastic pipes)

DOI: 10.1520/F1563-01

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