IS 5312 Part 1 (2004) specifies requirements for single-door swing check type reflux (non-return) valves used in water works, covering nominal sizes from 50 to 600 mm and nominal pressures of 1.0 and 1.6 MPa. It details design, materials, dimensions, testing, marking, and packing to ensure reliable valve performance in water supply systems. This standard is essential for manufacturers, engineers, and procurement specialists involved in water infrastructure projects requiring non-return valves to prevent backflow.
Overview
IS 5312 Part 1 (2004) specifies requirements for single-door swing check type reflux (non-return) valves used in water works, covering nominal sizes from 50 to 600 mm and nominal pressures of 1.0 and 1.6 MPa. It details design, materials, dimensions, testing, marking, and packing to ensure reliable valve performance in water supply systems. This standard is essential for manufacturers, engineers, and procurement specialists involved in water infrastructure projects requiring non-return valves to prevent backflow.
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Contents
Structure
Scope (Clause 1.2):
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Nominal Sizes | 50 mm to 600 mm |
| Nominal Pressure (PN) | 1.0 MPa and 1.6 MPa |
| Nominal Size Definition | Nominal bore of water way; actual bore ≥ nominal size (Clause 4.1.1) |
| Size (mm) | Length (L) | Length (Z) | Hinge Pin Diameter (Min) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 | 203 | 200 | 10 |
| ... | ... | ... | ... |
| 600 | 1295 | 1300 | 38 |
Tolerance on Length:
| Particulars | Size 50 | Size 65 |
|---|---|---|
| Outside diameter (D) | 165 | 185 |
| Thickness of flange | 16 ± 8 | 18 |
| Diameter of bolt circle (C) | 125 ± 1 | 145 ± 1 |
| Number of holes | 4 | 4 |
| Diameter of bolt holes (d) | 19 | 19 |
| Diameter of bolts | 16 | 16 |
| Valve Size (mm) | By-Pass Size (Min) |
|---|---|
| 50 to 100 | 10 |
IS 5312 (Part 1): 2004 — Key Referenced Indian Standards & Specifications
| IS No. | Title |
|---|---|
| 210:1993 | Grey iron castings - Specification |
| 318:1981 | Leaded tin bronze ingots and castings |
| 320:1980 | High tensile brass rods and sections |
| 638:1979 | Sheet rubber jointing and rubber insertion jointing |
| 778:1984 | Copper alloy gate, globe, check valves for water works |
| 1030:1998 | Carbon steel castings for general engineering |
| 1363 (Part 1):2002 | Hexagon head bolts, screws and nuts (M5 to M64) |
| 1538:1993 | Cast iron pipe fittings for pressure pipes |
| 1865:1991 | Iron castings with spheroidal graphite |
| 2712:1998 | Gaskets and packings - compressed asbestos fibre jointing |
| 3444:1999 | Corrosion resistant alloy steel and nickel base castings |
| 6603:2001 | Stainless steel bars and flats |
| 9862:1981 | Ready mixed bituminous paint, black lead free |
| 14329:1995 | Malleable iron castings |
| Size (mm) | 50 | 65 | 80 | 100 | 125 | 150 | ... | 600 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Length (L) | 203 | 216 | 241 | 292 | 330 | 356 | ... | 1295 |
| Alternate Length (Z) | 200 | 240 | 260 | 300 | 350 | 400 | ... | 1300 |
| Hinge Pin Diameter (Min) | 10 | 10 | 10 | 12 | 12 | 16 | ... | 38 |
| Range (mm) | Tolerance (±) |
|---|---|
| 0 to 250 | 2 |
| 251 to 500 |
IS 5312 Part 1: Nominal Pressures for Reflux Valves
| PN Rating | Test Part | Test Pressure (Gauge) MPa | Test Duration (min) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 | Body | 1.5 | 5 |
| Seat | 1.0 | 2 | |
| 1.6 | Body | 2.4 | 5 |
| Seat | 1.6 | 2 |
| Size (mm) | Length L (mm) | Length Z (mm) | Hinge Pin Dia. Min (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 | 203 | 200 | 10 |
| 600 | 1295 | 1300 | 38 |
Length Tolerances:
| Range (mm) | Tolerance (mm) |
|---|---|
| 0 - 250 | ±2 |
| 251 - 500 | ±3 |
| 501 - 800 | ±4 |
| 801 - 1000 | ±5 |
| 1001 - 1300 | ±6 |
This concise summary covers nominal pressures, testing, dimensions, and ordering info per IS 5312 Part 1. For detailed design, refer to
IS 5312 Part 1: Nominal Sizes Key Points
| Size (mm) | 50 | 65 | 80 | 100 | 125 | 150 | 200 | 250 | 300 | 350 | 400 | 450 | 500 | 600 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Length (L) | 203 | 216 | 241 | 292 | 330 | 356 | 495 | 622 | 698 | 787 | 914 | 978 | 978 | 1295 |
| Length (Z) | 200 | 240 | 260 | 300 | 350 | 400 | 500 | 600 | 700 | 800 | 900 | 1000 | 1100 | 1300 |
| Hinge Pin Dia. (min) | 10 | 10 | 10 | 12 | 12 | 16 | 20 | 22 | 25 | 25 | 32 | 32 | 38 | 38 |
| Particulars | Size 50 | Size 65 |
|---|---|---|
| Outside diameter, D (mm) | 165 ± 18 | 185 ± 18 |
| Thickness (mm) | 16 ± 8 | 16 ± 8 |
| Bolt circle diameter, C (mm) | 125 ± 1.0 | 145 ± 1.0 |
| No. of holes | 4 | 4 |
| Bolt hole diameter, d |
| Component | Preferred Material | IS Ref. | Grade/Designation | Alternate Material | IS Ref. | Grade/Designation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Body, cover, door | Grey cast iron | 210 | FG 200 | Spheroidal/nodular cast iron | 210 | FG 260 |
| Cast steel | 1865 | 500/7 | ||||
| Hinge pin, door pin | Stainless steel | 6603 | 12Cr12 | High tensile brass | 320 | HT2 |
| Stainless steel | 6603 | 04Cr19Ni9 / 04Cr17Ni12Mo2 | ||||
| Body seat rings | Leaded tin bronze | 318 | LTB 2 | Stainless steel | 3444 | Gr 1/Gr 4/Gr 10 |
| Bearing bushes/blocks | Leaded tin bronze | 318 | LTB 2 | PTFE | - | - |
| Plugs (hinge pin, air release) | Leaded tin bronze | 318 | LTB 2 | Stainless steel | 6603 | 12Cr12 / 04Cr19Ni9 / 04Cr17Ni12Mo2 |
| Bolts | Carbon steel | 1363 | Class 4.6 | - | - | - |
| Nuts | Carbon steel | 1363 | Class 4.0 | - | - | - |
| Gaskets | Rubber | 638 | Type B | CAF | 2712 | - |
| Hinges | Grey cast iron | 210 | FG 200 | Malleable cast iron | 14329 | - |
| Cast steel | 1030 | 230-450 W |
IS 5312 Part 1: Key Design & Construction Specifications
| Size (mm) | 50 | 65 | 80 | 100 | 125 | ... | 600 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Length (L) | 203 | 216 | 241 | 292 | 330 | ... | 1295 |
| Length (Z) | 200 | 240 | 260 | 300 | 350 | ... | 1300 |
| Hinge Pin Diameter (Min) | 10 | 10 | 10 | 12 | 12 | ... | 38 |
Length tolerance (mm):
| Length Range (mm) | Tolerance (±mm) |
|---|---|
| 0 - 250 | 2 |
| 251 - 500 | 3 |
| 501 - 800 | 4 |
| 801 - 1000 | 5 |
| 1001 - 1300 | 6 |
| Parameter | Size 50 | Size 65 |
|---|---|---|
| Outside Diameter (D) | 165 mm | 185 mm |
| Thickness of Flange | 16.8 mm | 16 ± 8 mm |
| Bolt Circle Diameter (C) | 125 ± 1 mm | 145 ± 1 mm |
| Number of Holes | 4 | 4 |
| Diameter of Bolt Holes (d) | 19 mm | 19 mm |
| Diameter of Bolts | 16 mm | 16 mm |
| Valve Size (mm) | 50 | 65 | 80 | 100 | 125 | ... | 600 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Min By-Pass Size (mm) | 10 |
Key Specifications:
Surface Preparation (7.1):
Painting (7.2):
| Step | Requirement | Standard Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Surface Cleaning | Clean, dry, rust & grease free | - |
| Primer Coat | 1 coat aluminium red oxide primer | IS 341 (Type B) |
| Final Coats | 2 coats black Japan or approved paint | IS 9862 / IS 2932 |
| Application Method | Brush or spray | - |
| Colour | Purchaser approved (exterior) | - |
flowchart TD
A[Valve Testing Completed] --> B[Surface Cleaning]
B --> C[Apply 1 Coat Aluminium Red Oxide Primer]
C --> D[Apply 2 Coats Black Japan / Approved Paint]
D --> E[Drying & Inspection]
E --> F[Dispatch]
This ensures durability and corrosion protection per IS 5312 Part 1.
1. Rounding Off (Clause 2)
2. Hydrostatic Test (Clause 8.2, Table 5)
| PN Rating | Test for | Test Pressure (Gauge) MPa | Test Duration (min) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PN 1.0 | Body | 1.5 | 5 |
| Seat | 1.0 | 2 | |
| PN 1.6 | Body | 2.4 | 5 |
| Seat | 1.6 | 2 |
3. Inspection
4. Information to Supply with Order (Clause 10)
5. Dimensional Tables
Valve Length & Hinge Pin Diameter (Table 2):
Length (L) varies from 203 mm (Size 50) to 1295 mm (Size 600).
Hinge pin diameter min ranges 10 mm to 38 mm.
Flange Dimensions (Table 3):
Example for Size 50:
By-Pass Size (Table 4):
Min size ranges from 10 mm (Size 50-100) to 65 mm (Size 600).
flowchart TD
A[Valve Testing] --> B[Hydrostatic Body Test]
Inspection Clause:
| Table | Description | Key Data |
|---|---|---|
| Table 2 (Clause 6.2) | Dimensions of Reflux Valves (mm) | Length (L), Alternate Length (Z), Hinge Pin Diameter (min) for sizes 50 to 600 mm. |
| Tolerance on Length (mm) | 0-250: ±2, 251-500: ±3, 501-800: ±4, 801-1000: ±5, 1001-1300: ±6 | |
| Table 3 (Clause 6.9) | Flange Dimensions for sizes 50 & 65 mm | Outside diameter (D), Thickness, Bolt circle diameter (C), Number & diameter of holes, Bolt diameter. |
| Table 4 (Clause 6.13) | By-Pass Arrangement Sizes (mm) | Minimum sizes from 10 mm (size 50) to 65 mm (size 600). |
| Table 5 (Clause 8.2) | Hydrostatic Test Pressure & Duration | PN 1.0: Body 1.5 MPa (5 min), Seat 1.0 MPa (2 min); PN 1.6: Body 2.4 MPa (5 min), Seat 1.6 MPa (2 min). |
The purchaser must provide the following details when placing an enquiry or order:
| Table 5: Hydrostatic Seat Test | Test Pressure (Gauge) MPa | Test Duration (min) |
|---|---|---|
| PN 1.0 Body | 1.5 | 5 |
| PN 1.0 Seat | 1.0 | 2 |
| PN 1.6 Body | 2.4 | 5 |
| PN 1.6 Seat | 1.6 | 2 |
| Component | Preferred Material | IS Ref. | Alternate Material | IS Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Body, cover, door | Grey cast iron FG 200 | IS 210 | Spheroidal/nodular cast iron | IS 210 |
| Hinge pin, door pin | Stainless steel 12Cr12 | IS 6603 | High tensile brass | IS 320 |
| Body seat rings | Leaded tin bronze LTB 2 | IS 318 | Stainless steel Gr 1/4/10 | IS 3444 |
| Bearing bushes/blocks | Leaded tin bronze LTB 2 | IS 318 | PTFE | - |
IS 5312 Part 1 (2004) - Marking Key Points
| Marking Element | Description |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer ID | Name or trademark |
| BIS Standard Mark | Authorized mark under BIS license |
| Valve Details | Size, pressure rating, material |
flowchart LR
A[Manufacturer] --> B[Apply for BIS License]
B --> C[Approval Granted]
C --> D[Use Standard Mark on Valve]
D --> E[Valve Sold with Certification]
For precise marking specifications, always consult the latest BIS guidelines.
IS 5312 (Part 1) - Packing and Storage Key Points
Clause 12.3: Valves must be stored in a roofed store, protected from dirt and moisture to prevent damage and corrosion.
Storage Environment:
Packing:
Reference Standards: For packing materials and jointing, refer to related IS codes like:
| Parameter | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Storage Location | Roofed, dry storehouse |
| Protection | Away from dirt and moisture |
| Packing Material | Dust and moisture resistant |
| Handling | Avoid mechanical damage |
flowchart LR
A[Valve Manufacture] --> B[Packing with protective materials]
B --> C[Transport]
C --> D[Storage in roofed, dry store]
D --> E[Inspection before installation]
For detailed packing methods, consult the relevant IS codes referenced in Annex A of IS 5312 (Part 1).
IS 5312 Part 1: List of Referenced Indian Standards (Annex A)
This part of IS 5312 references key Indian Standards related to materials and components for valves and fittings used in water works:
| IS No. | Title |
|---|---|
| 210 : 1993 | Grey iron castings - Specification (4th revision) |
| 318 : 1981 | Leaded tin bronze ingots and castings |
| 320 : 1980 | High tensile brass rods and sections |
| 638 : 1979 | Sheet rubber jointing and rubber insertion jointing |
| 778 : 1984 | Copper alloy gate, globe and check valves for water works |
| 1030 : 1998 | Carbon steel castings for general engineering purposes |
| 1363 (Part 1): 2002 | Hexagon head bolts (M5 to M64) |
| 1538 : 1993 | Cast iron pipe fittings for pressure pipes |
| 1865 : 1991 | Iron castings with spheroidal or nodular graphite |
| 2712 : 1998 | Gaskets and packings - Compressed asbestos fibre jointing |
| 3444 : 1999 | Corrosion resistant alloy steel and nickel base castings |
| 6603 : 2001 | Stainless steel bars and flats |
| 9862 : 1981 | Ready mixed bituminous paint, black lead free, acid, alkali, water and chlorine resisting |
| 14329 : 1995 | Malleable iron castings |
When designing or selecting valves and fittings per IS 5312 Part 1, refer to these standards for material specs, mechanical properties, and dimensions to ensure compliance and durability.
flowchart LR
A[IS 5312 Part 1] --> B[Materials Standards]
B --> C[Grey Iron Castings (IS 210)]
Frequently Asked
Under IS 5312 Part 1 (2004), the permitted materials for valve body and components are as follows (see Table 1, Clause 5):
| Component | Preferred Material | IS No. | Grade/Designation | Alternate Material | IS No. | Grade/Designation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Body, cover, door, bearing holder | Grey cast iron | 210 | FG 200 | Grey cast iron spheroidal/nodular cast steel | 210/1865 | FG 260 / 500/7 / 230-450 W |
| Hinge pin, door pin, suspension pin | Stainless steel | 6603 | 12Cr12 | High tensile brass, stainless steel | 320/6603 | HT2 / 04Cr19Ni9 / 04Cr17Ni12Mo2 |
| Body seat rings | Leaded tin bronze | 318 | LTB 2 | Stainless steel | 3444 | Gr 1 / Gr 4 / Gr 10 |
| Bearing bushes / Bearing block | Leaded tin bronze | 318 | LTB 2 | PTFE | - | - |
| Plugs for hinge pin / Air release plug | Leaded tin bronze | 318 | LTB 2 | Stainless steel | 6603 | 12Cr12 / 04Cr19Ni9 / 04Cr17Ni12Mo2 |
| Bolts | Carbon steel | 1363 | Class 4.6 | - | - | - |
| Nuts | Carbon steel | 1363 | Class 4.0 | - | - | - |
| Gaskets | Rubber | 638 | Type B | Compressed asbestos fibre (CAF) | 2712 | - |
| Hinges | Grey cast iron | 210 | FG 200 | Malleable cast iron, cast steel | 14329/1030 | - / 230-450 W |
Additional Notes:
IS 5312 Part 1: Nominal Sizes and Pressure Ratings
| Size of Valve (mm) | Nominal Pressure (MPa) |
|---|---|
| 50 to 600 | 1.0 and 1.6 |
Key Points:
This ensures compatibility with common water works piping and pressure requirements up to 1.6 MPa.
Valve Testing as per IS 5312 Part 1
To ensure leak-tightness and structural integrity, valves undergo the following hydrostatic tests:
| Test Type | Pressure (MPa) | Duration (min) | Acceptance Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrostatic Body | As per Table 5 | As per Table 5 | No leakage or distortion |
| Hydrostatic Seat | As per Table 5 | As per Table 5 | No visible leakage |
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This testing ensures valves meet structural and leak-tightness requirements per IS 5312 Part 1.
According to IS 5312 Part 1 (Clause 6.13 - By-Pass Arrangements):
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For exact by-pass valve sizing, refer to Table 4 of IS 5312 Part 1.
According to IS 5312 Part 1, valves should be marked and identified as follows:
On the valve body (raised letters):
Optional marking:
This ensures clear identification for pressure rating, size, manufacturer, traceability, and correct installation orientation.
Summary Table: Valve Marking Requirements
| Marking Item | Description | Clause Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer's name | Name or trade-mark | 11.1a |
| Nominal Pressure (PN) | e.g., PN 1.0 or PN 1.6 | 1.0b |
| Size | Valve size in mm | 1.0c |
| Direction of Flow | Arrow indicating flow | 1.0d |
| Heat Number | Cast heat number for trace | 1.0e |
| BIS Certification Mark | Standard Mark (optional) | 11.2 |
This marking ensures compliance and easy identification during installation and maintenance.
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