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Fabricated PVC-U fittings for Potable Water Supplies, Part 11: Specific Requirements for 30-degree Bends
IS 10124 Part 11:2009 specifies the detailed requirements for fabricated unplasticized PVC (PVC-U) 30-degree bends used in potable water supply systems. It covers manufacturing dimensions, minimum wall thickness, pressure classes, marking, and joint types including elastomeric sealing ring joints. This standard applies to manufacturers, engineers, and quality controllers involved in designing, producing, and installing PVC-U pipe fittings to ensure safety, compatibility, and performance in drinking water distribution.
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Overview
What This Standard Covers
IS 10124 Part 11:2009 specifies the detailed requirements for fabricated unplasticized PVC (PVC-U) 30-degree bends used in potable water supply systems. It covers manufacturing dimensions, minimum wall thickness, pressure classes, marking, and joint types including elastomeric sealing ring joints. This standard applies to manufacturers, engineers, and quality controllers involved in designing, producing, and installing PVC-U pipe fittings to ensure safety, compatibility, and performance in drinking water distribution.
Audience
Who Uses This Standard
Civil Engineers
Plumbing Engineers
Water Supply System Designers
PVC Pipe Manufacturers
Quality Assurance Professionals
Construction Contractors
Standards Compliance Officers
Contents
Key Topics Covered
✓Dimensions of 30-degree PVC-U bends
✓Minimum wall thickness requirements
✓Pressure classification of fittings
✓Marking and color coding of bends
✓Manufacturing requirements and tolerances
✓Elastomeric sealing ring joint specifications
✓Compatibility with IS 4985 PVC pipes
✓Types of end connections (plain, socketed)
✓Radius of bends relative to pipe diameter
✓Certification and BIS marking guidelines
✓Rounding off rules for measurements
✓Conformity criteria and sampling
✓Material and general requirements referencing Part 1
Structure
Table of Contents
1Scope▼
IS 10124 Part 11: Scope & Key Specifications
Scope Summary:
Covers 30° bends for ductile iron pipes.
Dimensions and wall thicknesses per Table 1 and Fig. 1.
Elastomeric sealing ring joint bends per Table 2 and Fig. 2.
Rounding off values per IS 2:1960.
BIS certification and marking governed by BIS Act 1986 (Clause 4.2.1).
Key Dimensions for 30° Bends (Excerpt from Table 1):
Nominal Size (mm)
Y (Min)
L (Min)
R (Min)
Min Wall Thickness t (mm) for Working Pressure (MPa)
0.4
20
32
20
60
—
50
79
50
150
—
100+
...
...
...
...
Y: Offset length
L: Length for plain ends
R: Radius of bend
Wall thickness varies with pressure class (0.4 to 1.25 MPa).
Rounding Rule:
Final test or calculation values rounded as per IS 2:1960.
Retain significant digits equal to specified values.
BIS Marking:
Use governed by BIS Act 1986.
License conditions available from BIS.
flowchart LR
A[30° Bends] --> B[Dimensions per Table 1 & Fig.1]
A --> C[Elastomeric Sealing Ring Joint per Table 2 & Fig.2]
B --> D[Nominal Size, Y, L, R]
2References▼
IS 10124 Part 11 (2009) - Key Formulas, Tables & Specifications
References (Table 2)
IS No.
Title
IS 4985 : 2000
Unplasticized PVC pipes for potable water supplies
IS 10124 (Part 1):09
Fabricated PVC-U fittings for potable water supplies
Key Dimensions for 30° Bends (Clause 3.2.2)
Radius of bend (R) = 3 × Nominal Outside Diameter (D)
Y (Min) = ( 30^\circ \times 2 \pi R / 360^\circ ) (arc length for 30° bend)
Table 1: 30° Bend Dimensions (Plain Ends)
Nominal Size (mm)
Y Min (mm)
L Min (mm)
R Min (mm)
Min Wall Thickness (mm) for Working Pressure (MPa)
0.4
20
32
20
60
—
50
79
50
150
—
110
173
110
330
2.3
200
314
200
600
4.2
315
495
315
945
6.5
*(Refer to full table for all
3Dimensions▼
IS 10124 Part 11: Key Dimensions for 30° Bends
1. Definitions (Fig. 1 & Fig. 2)
Y (Min): Offset length of the bend
L (Plain Ends): Length for plain end bends
R (Min): Minimum bend radius = 3 × Nominal Outside Diameter (D)
t: Minimum wall thickness depending on working pressure class
2. Formulas
Y (Min) calculation:
[
Y = 2 \times R \times \sin(30^\circ) = R
]
R (Min):
[
R = 3 \times D
]
3. Tables Summary
Nominal Size (mm)
Y Min (mm)
L (Plain Ends, mm)
R Min (mm)
Min Wall Thickness t (mm) for Working Pressure (MPa)
0.4
20
32
20
60
—
63
99
63
189
1.4
160
252
160
480
3.4
630
990
630
1890
13.0
(Refer Table 1 for full sizes)
4. Elastomeric Sealing Ring Joint Bends (Table 2)
Similar dimensions with slightly larger L values.
Wall thicknesses adjusted for sealing ring joint pressures.
Notes:
Minimum wall thickness is 90% of the corresponding pipe thickness rounded up to 0.1 mm.
Dimensions ensure
4Marking▼
IS 10124 Part 11: Marking of 30° Bends
Key Marking Requirements (Clause 4.1)
Each 30° bend must be clearly and indelibly marked with:
Manufacturer's name or ID
Bend size and class (working pressure per IS 4985)
Degree of bend (30°)
Colour code based on class:
Class of Fittings
Working Pressure (MPa)
Colour
Class 2
0.4
Blue
Class 3
0.6
Green
Class 4
0.8
Brown
Class 5
1.0
Yellow
Class 6
1.25
Black
Plumbing
-
Pink
BIS Certification Mark (Clause 4.2)
Optional Standard Mark usage governed by BIS Act 1986.
Manufacturer must obtain license for Standard Mark use.
Min Wall Thickness (mm) for Working Pressure (MPa)
0.4
20
32
20
60
—
25
40
25
75
—
40
63
40
120
—
63
99
63
189
1.4
5Manufacture▼
IS 10124 Part 11 - Manufacture Key Specifications
1. Manufacture Clause (3.2)
Manufacture must comply with dimensional and quality requirements.
Dimensions for 30° bends are specified in Table 1 and Fig. 1.
Elastomeric sealing ring joint bends have separate dimensions (Table 2, Fig. 2).
2. Dimensions of 30° Bends (Clause 3.2.2, Table 1)
Nominal Size (mm)
Y (Min)
L (Plain Ends) Min
R (Min)
Min Wall Thickness t (mm) for Working Pressure MPa
0.4 (Class 2)
20
32
20
60
—
25
40
25
75
—
32
51
32
96
—
...
...
...
...
...
630
990
630
1890
13.0
Dimensions Y, L, R are in millimeters.
Wall thickness varies with working pressure class (0.4 to 1.25 MPa).
3. Certification Marking (Clause 4.2.1)
Use of Standard Mark governed by BIS Act, 1986.
6Material Requirements▼
IS 10124 Part 11: Material Requirements Summary
Material & Sizes: As per IS 10124 Part 1, all materials must meet specified chemical and mechanical properties, including tensile strength, hardness, and impact resistance. Sampling and testing follow Part 1 guidelines.
Dimensions for 30° Bends:
For standard bends, refer to Table 1 and Fig. 1.
For elastomeric sealing ring joint bends, refer to Table 2 and Fig. 2.
Key Dimension Tables (Extract)
Parameter
Table 1 (Standard 30° Bend)
Table 2 (Elastomeric Seal)
Bend Radius (R)
As per pipe diameter
Specified per Fig. 2
Outside Diameter (OD)
Matches pipe OD
Matches pipe OD
Wall Thickness (t)
As per pipe thickness
As per pipe thickness
Length of Bend (L)
Defined in Fig. 1
Defined in Fig. 2
Material Testing & Sampling
Tensile test, hardness test, and impact test per IS 10124 Part 1.
Sampling based on batch size and IS guidelines.
flowchart LR
A[Material Procurement] --> B[Testing & Sampling (IS 10124 Part 1)]
B --> C[Dimension Verification]
C --> D{Bend Type}
D -->|Standard 30°| E[Refer Table 1 & Fig. 1]
D -->|Elastomeric Seal| F[Refer Table 2 & Fig. 2]
Note: Always cross-check dimensions with the figures for precise fabrication.
7Pressure Classes and Wall Thickness▼
IS 10124 (Part 11): Pressure Classes & Wall Thickness for PVC-U Bends
Min Wall Thickness t (mm) for Working Pressure MPa
0.4 (Class 2)
20
32
20
60
—
25
40
25
75
—
...
...
...
...
...
630
990
630
1890
13.0
R Min = 3 × Nominal Outside Diameter (D)
Y Min = Calculated from 30° × 2πR / 360°
2. Dimensions of 30° Bends for Elastomeric Sealing Ring Joint (Table 2 & Fig. 2)
Nominal Size (mm)
Y Min (mm)
L (Plain Ends) Min (mm)
R Min (mm)
Min Wall Thickness t (mm) for Working Pressure MPa
0.4 (Class 2)
Frequently Asked
Popular Questions About IS 10124 Part 11
?What are the dimensional requirements for 30-degree PVC-U bends under IS 10124 Part 11?▼
IS 10124 Part 11 specifies the dimensional requirements for fabricated PVC-U 30° bends used in potable water supplies. Although the exact clause details are not provided, typical key dimensions for 30° bends include:
Nominal Diameter (DN): As per pipe size (e.g., 20mm, 25mm, etc.)
Bend Radius (R): Usually expressed as a multiple of the nominal diameter (e.g., 1.5D or 2D)
Center-to-End Length (L): Distance from the center of the bend to the pipe end, ensuring proper fit
Wall Thickness: As per the corresponding pipe standard for pressure rating
Typical Dimensional Parameters for 30° PVC-U Bends (Indicative):
Nominal Diameter (DN)
Bend Radius (R)
Center-to-End Length (L)
Wall Thickness (t)
20 mm
1.5 × DN (30 mm)
~30 mm
As per pipe
25 mm
1.5 × DN (37.5 mm)
~37.5 mm
As per pipe
Notes:
The bend radius ensures smooth flow and minimizes pressure loss.
Dimensions must comply with IS 10124 Part 11 marking and manufacturing requirements.
Confirm exact values from the standard's dimensional tables.
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For precise dimensional tables, refer directly to IS 10124 Part 11 official document.
?How is the minimum wall thickness determined for different pressure classes?▼
Minimum Wall Thickness Determination (IS 10124 Part 11:2009)
The minimum wall thickness t depends on nominal size and pressure class (working pressure in MPa).
Pressure classes range from 0.4 MPa (Class 2) to 1.25 MPa (Class 6).
Thickness values are tabulated for each nominal size and pressure class (see excerpt below).
Nominal Size (mm)
Min Wall Thickness t (mm) for Pressure Class (MPa)
0.4 (Class 2)
20
—
50
—
100
2.3
200
4.2
400
8.2
For bends with elastomeric sealing ring joints, separate thickness tables apply.
Minimum thickness is calculated as 90% of the corresponding pipe thickness, rounded up to the next 0.1 mm.
The bend radius R is minimum 3 times the nominal outside diameter.
For 0.25 MPa class, bends should be made from 0.4 MPa class pipes.
This ensures structural integrity under specified pressure classes.
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?What marking and color coding must be applied to these fittings?▼
According to IS 10124 Part 11, Clause 4.1, the marking and color coding for 30° bends are as follows:
Marking Requirements:
Each 30° bend must be clearly and indelibly marked with:
Manufacturer's name or identification mark
Size of the bend and the class (working pressure) as per IS 4985
Degree of bend (30° here)
Color Coding by Class:
Class of Fittings
Working Pressure (MPa)
Color
Class 2
0.4
Blue
Class 3
0.6
Green
Class 4
0.8
Brown
Class 5
1.0
Yellow
Class 6
1.25
Black
Plumbing
-
Pink
Summary:
Marking must include manufacturer, size, class, and bend degree.
Use the color code above to indicate the fitting's pressure class.
This ensures easy identification and compliance with IS 10124 standards.
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?Are elastomeric sealing ring joints covered by this standard?▼
Yes, IS 10124 Part 11 covers elastomeric sealing ring joints specifically for bends.
Key points from the standard:
Clause 3.2.1 & Fig. 2 illustrate a 30° bend for elastomeric sealing ring joints.
Clause 3.2.2 & Table 2 provide detailed dimensions and minimum wall thickness for 30° bends with elastomeric sealing ring joints.
Minimum wall thickness varies with working pressure class (0.4 to 1.25 MPa).
Table excerpt for 30° Bend Dimensions (Elastomeric Sealing Ring Joint)
Nominal Size (mm)
Y_min (mm)
L (Plain Ends) (mm)
R_min (mm)
Min Wall Thickness (mm) for Pressure Class 3 (0.6 MPa)
63
99
107
189
2.6
110
173
127
330
3.4
200
314
164
600
6.2
315
495
215
945
9.7
Refer Table 2 for complete sizes and thicknesses.
Summary: IS 10124-11 explicitly includes design requirements for bends with elastomeric sealing ring joints, covering dimensions, wall thickness, and minimum bend radius. Use Table 2 and Fig. 2 for detailed design.
?How does this standard ensure compatibility with IS 4985 PVC pipes?▼
IS 10124 Part 11 ensures compatibility with IS 4985 PVC pipes primarily by aligning sizes and classes of fittings with those specified in IS 4985:2000. This means:
Dimensional consistency: Fittings like 30° bends are manufactured to match the outside diameter, wall thickness, and pressure classes of IS 4985 pipes.
Material compatibility: Both standards specify unplasticized PVC (PVC-U) suitable for potable water.
Reference integration: IS 10124 Part 11 explicitly references IS 4985, making their provisions complementary.
Summary:
Aspect
IS 4985 (Pipes)
IS 10124-11 (Fittings)
Material
PVC-U for potable water
PVC-U, same material as IS 4985
Size & Classes
Standard pipe sizes & classes
Matching sizes & pressure classes
Application
Pipes
Fabricated fittings (e.g., 30° bends)
This ensures interchangeability and system integrity in potable water piping systems.
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