IS 7834 Part 2 (1987) specifies the requirements for injection moulded PVC socket fittings, specifically 45° elbows, used in water supply systems. It covers manufacturing standards, dimensions, tolerances, and marking requirements for these fittings, ensuring compatibility and performance in plumbing applications. This standard is essential for manufacturers, engineers, and quality controllers involved in PVC piping systems for potable water.
Overview
IS 7834 Part 2 (1987) specifies the requirements for injection moulded PVC socket fittings, specifically 45° elbows, used in water supply systems. It covers manufacturing standards, dimensions, tolerances, and marking requirements for these fittings, ensuring compatibility and performance in plumbing applications. This standard is essential for manufacturers, engineers, and quality controllers involved in PVC piping systems for potable water.
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IS 7834 Part 2 - Scope & Key Specifications for 45° PVC Elbows
Scope:
Specifies requirements for manufacture, dimensions, tolerances, and marking of injection moulded PVC 45° elbows for water supply.
Laying Length (Z):
Defined per nominal pipe size with tolerances as below (in mm):
| Size (mm) | Laying Length Z (mm) |
|---|---|
| 16 | 4.5 ± 1 |
| 20 | 5 ± 1 |
| 25 | 6 +1.2 / -1 |
| 32 | 7.5 +1.6 / -1 |
| 40 | 9.5 +2 / -1 |
| 50 | 11.5 +2.5 / -1 |
| 63 | 14 +3.2 / -1 |
| 75 | 16.5 +4 / -1 |
| 90 | 19.5 +5 / -1 |
| 110 | 23.5 +6 / -1 |
| 125 | 27 +6 / -1 |
| 140 | 30 +7 / -1 |
| 160 | 34 +8 / -1 |
| 180 | 38 +8 / -1 |
| 200 | 43 +9 / -1 |
| 225 | 48 +10 / -1 |
| 250 | 53 +11 / -1 |
| 280 | 60 +12 / -1 |
| 315 | 67 +13 / -1 |
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A[Pipe Size (mm)] --> B[Laying Length Z (mm)]
B --> C{Tolerance ±}
This table guides precise fitting lengths ensuring proper jointing and flow in PVC piping systems per IS 7834 Part 2.
IS 7834 (Part 2) - 1987: Key Requirements for 45° Elbow Laying Length
| Size (mm) | 45° Elbow Laying Length, Z (mm) | Tolerance (± mm) |
|---|---|---|
| 16 | 4.5 | ±1 |
| 20 | 5 | ±1 |
| 25 | 6 | +1/2, -1 |
| 32 | 7.5 | +1.6, -1 |
| 40 | 9.5 | +2, -1 |
| 50 | 11.5 | +2.5, -1 |
| 63 | 14 | +3.2, -1 |
| 75 | 16.5 | +4, -1 |
| 90 | 19.5 | +5, -1 |
| 110 | 23.5 | +6, -1 |
| 125 | 27 | +6, -1 |
| 140 | 30 | +7, -1 |
| 160 | 34 | +8, -1 |
| 180 | 38 | +8, -1 |
| 200 | 43 | +9, -1 |
| 225 | 48 | +10, -1 |
| 250 | 53 | +11, -1 |
| 280 | 60 | +12, -1 |
| 315 | 67 | +13, -1 |
This table helps ensure proper fitting and installation of 45° elbows in plastic piping systems per IS 7834 Part 2 standards.
IS 7834 (Part 2) - 1987: General Specifications Summary
The laying length Z for 45° elbows with tolerances is specified in Table 1 below:
| Size (mm) | 45° Elbow Laying Length, Z (mm) | Tolerance (mm) |
|---|---|---|
| 16 | 4.5 | ± 1 |
| 20 | 5 | ± 1 |
| 25 | 6 | +1/2, -1 |
| 32 | 7.5 | +1.6, -1 |
| 40 | 9.5 | +2, -1 |
| 50 | 11.5 | +2.5, -1 |
| 63 | 14 | +3.2, -1 |
| 75 | 16.5 | +4, -1 |
| 90 | 19.5 | +5, -1 |
| 110 | 23.5 | +6, -1 |
| 125 | 27 | +6, -1 |
| 140 | 30 | +7, -1 |
| 160 | 34 | +8, -1 |
| 180 | 38 | +8, -1 |
| 200 | 43 | +9, -1 |
| 225 | 48 | +10, -1 |
| 250 | 53 | +11, -1 |
| 280 | 60 | +12, -1 |
| 315 | 67 | +13, -1 |
This table is essential for ensuring proper fitting and installation of plastic pipe elbows per IS 7834 Part 2.
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A[Pipe Size (mm)] --> B[Laying Length
IS 7834 Part 2 (1987) - Manufacture Key Points
| Size (mm) | Laying Length Z (mm) |
|---|---|
| 16 | 4.5 ± 1 |
| 20 | 5 ± 1 |
| 25 | 6 + 1.2 / - 1 |
| 32 | 7.5 + 1.6 / - 1 |
| 40 | 9.5 + 2 / - 1 |
| 50 | 11.5 + 2.5 / - 1 |
| 63 | 14 + 3.2 / - 1 |
| 75 | 16.5 + 4 / - 1 |
| 90 | 19.5 + 5 / - 1 |
| 110 | 23.5 + 6 / - 1 |
| 125 | 27 + 6 / - 1 |
| 140 | 30 + 7 / - 1 |
| 160 | 34 + 8 / - 1 |
| 180 | 38 + 8 / - 1 |
| 200 | 43 + 9 / - 1 |
| 225 | 48 + 10 / - 1 |
| 250 | 53 + 11 / - 1 |
| 280 | 60 + 12 / - 1 |
| 315 | 67 + 13 / - 1 |
Summary:
The key manufacturing specification is the laying length (Z) for 45° elbows with defined tolerances per pipe size, critical for proper fitting and installation.
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A[Manufacture Clause 2.2] --> B[Laying
IS 7834 Part 2 - Typical 45° Elbow Specifications
| Size (mm) | Laying Length, Z (mm) |
|---|---|
| 16 | 4.5 ± 1 |
| 20 | 5 ± 1 |
| 25 | 6 + 1/2 / -1 |
| 32 | 7.5 + 1.6 / -1 |
| 40 | 9.5 + 2 / -1 |
| 50 | 11.5 + 2.5 / -1 |
| 63 | 14 + 3.2 / -1 |
| 75 | 16.5 + 4 / -1 |
| 90 | 19.5 + 5 / -1 |
| 110 | 23.5 + 6 / -1 |
| 125 | 27 + 6 / -1 |
| 140 | 30 + 7 / -1 |
| 160 | 34 + 8 / -1 |
| 180 | 38 + 8 / -1 |
| 200 | 43 + 9 / -1 |
| 225 | 48 + 10 / -1 |
| 250 | 53 + 11 / -1 |
| 280 | 60 + 12 / -1 |
| 315 | 67 + 13 / -1 |
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A[Pipe Inlet] --> B[Socket Length]
B --> C[Elbow Bend 45°]
IS 7834 Part 2 (1987) — Laying Length for 45° Elbows
| Size (mm) | Laying Length ( Z ) (mm) |
|---|---|
| 16 | 4.5 ± 1 |
| 20 | 5 ± 1 |
| 25 | 6 + 1.2 / -1 |
| 32 | 7.5 + 1.6 / -1 |
| 40 | 9.5 + 2 / -1 |
| 50 | 11.5 + 2.5 / -1 |
| 63 | 14 + 3.2 / -1 |
| 75 | 16.5 + 4 / -1 |
| 90 | 19.5 + 5 / -1 |
| 110 | 23.5 + 6 / -1 |
| 125 | 27 + 6 / -1 |
| 140 | 30 + 7 / -1 |
| 160 | 34 + 8 / -1 |
| 180 | 38 + 8 / -1 |
| 200 | 43 + 9 / -1 |
| 225 | 48 + 10 / -1 |
| 250 | 53 + 11 / -1 |
| 280 | 60 + 12 / -1 |
| 315 | 67 + 13 / -1 |
IS 7834 Part 2: Socket Dimensions Key Points
| Size (mm) | Laying Length Z (mm) |
|---|---|
| 16 | 4.5 ± 1 |
| 20 | 5 ± 1 |
| 25 | 6 +1.2 / -1 |
| 32 | 7.5 +1.6 / -1 |
| 40 | 9.5 +2 / -1 |
| 50 | 11.5 +2.5 / -1 |
| 63 | 14 +3.2 / -1 |
| 75 | 16.5 +4 / -1 |
| 90 | 19.5 +5 / -1 |
| 110 | 23.5 +6 / -1 |
| 125 | 27 +6 / -1 |
| 140 | 30 +7 / -1 |
| 160 | 34 +8 / -1 |
| 180 | 38 +8 / -1 |
| 200 | 43 +9 / -1 |
| 225 | 48 +10 / -1 |
| 250 | 53 +11 / -1 |
| 280 | 60 +12 / -1 |
| 315 | 67 +13 / -1 |
Note: For exact socket inside diameter and length, refer to IS 7834 Part 1 tables.
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A[IS 7834 Part 1] --> B[Socket Dimensions: Inside Diameter & Length]
B --> C[IS 7834 Part 2]
C --> D[45° Elbow Laying Length (Z) per size]
D --> E[Marking: Manufacturer, Size, Pressure Class]
This ensures compatibility and pressure rating
IS 7834 Part 2 (1987) - Marking & Key Specifications for 45° Elbow Fittings
Each elbow fitting shall be clearly marked with:
| Size (mm) | 45° Elbow Laying Length, Z (mm) |
|---|---|
| 16 | 4.5 ± 1 |
| 20 | 5 ± 1 |
| 25 | 6 +1/2 / -1 |
| 32 | 7.5 +1.6 / -1 |
| 40 | 9.5 +2 / -1 |
| 50 | 11.5 +2.5 / -1 |
| 63 | 14 +3.2 / -1 |
| 75 | 16.5 +4 / -1 |
| 90 | 19.5 +5 / -1 |
| 110 | 23.5 +6 / -1 |
| 125 | 27 +6 / -1 |
| 140 | 30 +7 / -1 |
| 160 | 34 +8 / -1 |
| 180 | 38 +8 / -1 |
| 200 | 43 +9 / -1 |
| 225 | 48 +10 / -1 |
| 250 | 53 +11 / -1 |
| 280 | 60 +12 / -1 |
| 315 | 67 +13 / -1 |
flowchart LR
A[Elbow Fitting] --> B[Marking]
B --> C[Manufacturer's Name]
B --> D[Size of Fitting]
B --> E[Class / Working Pressure]
A
Frequently Asked
According to IS 7834 Part 2 (1987), the dimensional tolerances for 45° PVC elbow fittings' laying length (Z) are specified as follows (in mm):
| Size (mm) | Laying Length Z (mm) | Tolerance (±) |
|---|---|---|
| 16 | 4.5 | ± 1 |
| 20 | 5 | ± 1 |
| 25 | 6 | +1 / -1 |
| 32 | 7.5 | +1.6 / -1 |
| 40 | 9.5 | +2 / -1 |
| 50 | 11.5 | +2.5 / -1 |
| 63 | 14 | +3.2 / -1 |
| 75 | 16.5 | +4 / -1 |
| 90 | 19.5 | +5 / -1 |
| 110 | 23.5 | +6 / -1 |
| 125 | 27 | +6 / -1 |
| 140 | 30 | +7 / -1 |
| 160 | 34 | +8 / -1 |
| 180 | 38 | +8 / -1 |
| 200 | 43 | +9 / -1 |
| 225 | 48 | +10 / -1 |
| 250 | 53 | +11 / -1 |
| 280 | 60 | +12 / -1 |
| 315 | 67 | +13 / -1 |
Key points:
This table is essential for quality control and installation accuracy of 45° PVC elbows under IS 7834 Part 2.
IS 7834 Part 2 - Sizes Covered for 45° PVC Elbows
This standard specifies 45° injection moulded PVC elbows for water supply with the following nominal sizes and laying lengths (Z):
| Size (mm) | Laying Length Z (mm) |
|---|---|
| 16 | 4.5 ± 1 |
| 20 | 5 ± 1 |
| 25 | 6 +1/2 / -1 |
| 32 | 7.5 +1.6 / -1 |
| 40 | 9.5 +2 / -1 |
| 50 | 11.5 +2.5 / -1 |
| 63 | 14 +3.2 / -1 |
| 75 | 16.5 +4 / -1 |
| 90 | 19.5 +5 / -1 |
| 110 | 23.5 +6 / -1 |
| 125 | 27 +6 / -1 |
| 140 | 30 +7 / -1 |
| 160 | 34 +8 / -1 |
| 180 | 38 +8 / -1 |
| 200 | 43 +9 / -1 |
| 225 | 48 +10 / -1 |
| 250 | 53 +11 / -1 |
| 280 | 60 +12 / -1 |
| 315 | 67 +13 / -1 |
This table covers sizes from 16 mm to 315 mm diameter.
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Summary: IS 7834 Part 2 covers 45° PVC elbows from
According to IS 7834 Part 2 (1987), Clause 3 (Marking), each 45° elbow fitting must be marked with:
This ensures traceability and confirms the fitting’s pressure rating for safe use in water supply systems.
| Marking Detail | Description |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer's name/ID mark | Identifies the producer |
| Size | Nominal diameter (e.g., 16 mm) |
| Class (Working Pressure) | Pressure rating class of fitting |
This marking helps users verify compatibility and performance per IS standards.
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This complies with IS 7834 Part 2 requirements for injection moulded PVC 45° elbows.
IS 7834 Part 2 (1987) specifies specific requirements for 45° injection moulded PVC elbows with solvent cement joints for water supplies.
| Aspect | IS 7834 Part 1 | IS 7834 Part 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Scope | General requirements for all fittings | Specific to 45° elbows |
| Material & Manufacture | Defined | Must conform to Part 1 |
| Testing & Inspection | Defined | Must conform to Part 1 |
| Size Coverage | Up to 315 mm | Up to 315 mm |
Thus, Part 2 is a specialized extension of the general framework established in Part 1.
Yes, fittings covered under IS 7834 Part 2 are specifically designed as injection moulded PVC socket fittings with solvent cement joints for water supply applications.
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This ensures reliable, standardized fittings for water supply pipelines.
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