UPVC pipes for soil and waste discharge systems inside buildings including ventilation and rainwater system 1992 Edition
This standard details the specifications for unplasticized polyvinyl chloride (UPVC) pipes designed for use in internal building systems such as soil and waste discharge, ventilation, and rainwater drainage. It covers pipe sizes ranging from 40 mm to 160 mm, outlining criteria for material composition, dimensions, mechanical characteristics, testing protocols, and quality assurance to guarantee robust and leak-proof plumbing solutions. The specification is vital for professionals involved in the manufacturing, inspection, and engineering of building drainage infrastructure.
This standard details the specifications for unplasticized polyvinyl chloride (UPVC) pipes designed for use in internal building systems such as soil and waste discharge, ventilation, and rainwater drainage. It covers pipe sizes ranging from 40 mm to 160 mm, outlining criteria for material composition, dimensions, mechanical characteristics, testing protocols, and quality assurance to guarantee robust and leak-proof plumbing solutions. The specification is vital for professionals involved in the manufacturing, inspection, and engineering of building drainage infrastructure.
Audience
Who Uses This Standard
Structural and civil design engineers
Plumbing system designers
Quality assurance professionals
UPVC pipe manufacturers
Construction contractors
Building design architects
Consultants specializing in water supply and drainage
Contents
Key Topics Covered
✓Composition and additives used in UPVC pipes
✓Standard nominal dimensions and tolerance limits
✓Classification of pipes: Type A for ventilation and rainwater, Type B for soil and waste discharge
✓Mechanical attributes including tensile strength and impact durability
✓Requirements for surface finish and visual inspection
✓Dimensions of sockets and joints, including solvent cement and grooved fittings
✓Procedures for testing the watertight integrity of joints
✓Sampling methods and acceptance criteria to ensure batch compliance
✓Testing for stress relaxation and material reversion
✓Resistance to sulfuric acid exposure and ultraviolet light effects
✓Permissible axial shrinkage limits for pipes
✓Identification marks and labeling guidelines
Structure
Table of Contents
1Application Scope
2Classification of Pipe Types
3Designation of Pipe Sizes
4Material Specifications
5Pipe Colour Standards
6Manufacturing Methods and Recycled Material Use
7Dimensional Requirements and Tolerances
8Physical and Mechanical Characteristics
9Chemical Resistance Properties
10Mechanical Performance Criteria
11Joint Watertightness Testing
12Sampling Procedures and Conformance Criteria
13Marking and Identification
Annex AMethod for Measuring Axial Shrinkage
Annex BSampling Techniques and Acceptance Testing
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