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C-ACR-1219

AHEAD OF THE FLOW


®

Air Conditioning and


Refrigeration Products
Business-to-Business Solutions
Look to NIBCO for technology leadership.

The velocity with which e-business


evolves demands that new products
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Real time information includes:


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Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) makes it possible to trade business documents at the speed of
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Copper Fittings

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Wrot and Cast Pressure Fittings Engineering Data

600 Series – Wrot Copper Fittings Demensional Data


700 Series – Cast Solder Joing Fitting Ends . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Brazing Fitting Ends . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Expansion and Contraction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Adapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Bushings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Copper Tube Fittings
Caps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Brazing Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Couplings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9 Fitting Terms and Abbreviations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Elbows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-12 Plumbing System Failures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Fitting Reducers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Rated Internal Working Pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21-22
Plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Solder and Flux Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Return Bends . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Solder Joint Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Straps & Hangers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Types of Joints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Tees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-15
Unions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Frequently Asked Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Installation Instructions

The Fine Art of Soldering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

The Fine Art of Brazing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27-28

The manufacturing plants at


Stuarts Draft, VA; Nacogdoches,
TX; and Reynosa, Mexico manu-
facture products under a Quality
Management System conforming
to the current revision of ISO-9001
International Standards.

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Adapters
9603 9603-2
Adapter (C x F) - Wrot Fitting Adapter (Ftg x F) - Wrot

APPROX. MUELLER DIM. A APPROX. MUELLER DIM. B


O.D. SIZE NET WT./LBS. PART NUMBER INCHES O.D. SIZE NET WT./LBS. PART NUMBER INCHES
1/4 x 1/8 0.03 W-1207 13/32 3/8 x 1/4 0.03 - 1 3/32
1/4 x 1/4 0.03 W-1206 1/2 1/2 x 3/8 0.06 W-1525 1 3/16
3/8 x 1/4 0.03 W-1215 5/8 5/8 x 1/2 0.09 W-1531 1 7/16
3/8 x 3/8 0.04 W-1214 7/8 5/8 x 3/8 0.05 W-1532 1 1/4
1/2 x 3/8 0.04 W-1225 11/16 7/8 x 3/4 0.13 W-1546 1 11/16
1/2 x 1/4 0.03 W-1226 9/16 1 1/8 x 1 0.27 W-1563 2 1/32
1/2 x 1/2 0.09 W-1224 29/32 1 3/8 x 1 1/4 0.31 W-1571 2 1/8
1/2 x 3/4 0.1 W-1223 1 1 5/8 x 1 1/2 0.43 W-1579 2 5/16
5/8 x 1/2 0.09 W-1231 27/32 2 1/8 x 2 0.61 W-1587 2 17/32
5/8 x 1/4 0.06 W-1233 1/2
5/8 x 3/8 0.04 W-1232 17/32
5/8 x 3/4 0.14 W-1230 1
3/4 x 1/2 0.11 W-1239 3/4
3/4 x 3/4 0.13 W-1283 29/32
7/8 x 3/4 0.15 W-1246 29/32
7/8 x 1/2 0.1 W-1247 5/8
7/8 x 1 0.21 W-1245 1 1/8
1 1/8 x 1 0.24 W-1263 31/32
1 1/8 x 1/2 0.25 W-1265 5/8
1 1/8 x 3/4 0.19 W-1264 25/32
1 1/8 x 1 1/4 0.28 W-1261 1 7/32
1 3/8 x 1 1/4 0.33 W-1271 1 3/32
1 3/8 x 1 0.28 W-1272 29/32
1 3/8 x 1 1/2 0.40 W-1270 1 1/4
1 5/8 x 1 1/2 0.44 W-1279 1 1/8
1 5/8 x 1 1/4 0.42 W-1280 1 1/32
1 5/8 x 2 0.73 W-1278 1 1/32
2 1/8 x 2 0.63 W-1287 1 3/32
2 1/8 x 1 1/2 0.74 W-1288 1 11/32
2 5/8 x 2 1/2 1.15 W-1296 1 3/16
3 1/8 x 3 1.88 W-1297 1 5/16
4 1/8 x 4 3.14 — 1 7/8

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Adapters cont.
9604 9604-2
Adapter (C x M) - Wrot Fitting Adapter Ftg x M - Wrot

APPROX. MUELLER DIM. B MUELLER DIM. B


O.D. SIZE NET WT./LBS. PART NUMBER INCHES O.D. SIZE WT./LBS. PART NUMBER INCHES
1/4 x 1/4 0.03 W-1106 7/16 1/2 x 3/8 0.04 W-1425 1 1/4
3/8 x 1/4† 0.03 W-1115 23/32 5/8 x 1/2 0.09 W-1431 1 15/32
3/8 x 1/2 0.07 W-1113 - 5/8 x 3/8 0.05 W-1432 1 11/32
1/2 x 3/8† 0.04 W-1125 15/32 7/8 x 3/4 0.17 W-1446 1 15/16
1/2 x 1/4 0.06 W-1126 - 1 1/8 x 1 0.25 W-1463 2 1/4
1/2 x 1/2† 0.09 W-1124 19/32 1 5/8 x 1 1/2 0.58 W-1479 2 13/32
1/2 x 3/4† 0.15 W-1123 1 5/16
5/8 x 1/2† 0.07 W-1131 5/8
5/8 x 1/4† 0.05 W-1133 5/8
5/8 x 3/8† 0.05 W-1132 19/32
5/8 x 3/4† 0.14 W-1130 31/32
5/8 x 1† 0.25 W-1129 1 1/2
3/4 x 1/2† 0.08 W-1139 3/4
3/4 x 3/4† 0.16 W-1138 1 1/8
7/8 x 3/4† 0.14 W-1146 13/16
7/8 x 1/2† 0.1 W-1147 27/32
7/8 x 1† 0.26 W-1145 1 7/16
1 1/8 x 1† 0.21 W-1163 31/32
1 1/8 x 1/2† 0.18 W-1165 31/32
1 1/8 x 3/4† 0.18 W-1164 29/32
1 1/8 x 1 1/4† 0.38 W-1162 1 1/2
1 1/8 x 1 1/2† 0.5 W-1161 1 7/32
1 3/8 x 1 1/4† 0.35 W-1171 15/16
1 3/8 x 1† 0.25 W-1172 1 5/32
1 3/8 x 1 1/2† 0.51 W-1170 1 19/32
1 5/8 x 1 1/2† 0.46 W-1179 31/32
1 5/8 x 1† 0.44 W-1181 1 3/32
1 5/8 x 1 1/4† 0.38 W-1180 1 3/16
1 5/8 x 2† 0.76 W-1178 1 1/8
2 1/8 x 2† 0.73 W-1187 1 3/32
2 1/8 x 1 1/2† 0.58 W-1188 1 11/32
2 5/8 x 2 1/2† 1.19 W-1196 1 27/32
3 1/8 x 3 1.39 W-1199 2 1/8
4 1/8 x 4 3.00 W-1150 -

† UL Recognized to 700 PSI (select diameters).


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Bushings
9618 9718-3
Flush Bushing Ftg x C - Wrot Flush Bushing Ftg x F - Cast

MUELLER DIM. C APPROX. MUELLER DIM. B


O.D. SIZE WT./LBS. PART NUMBER INCHES O.D. SIZE NET WT./LBS. PART NUMBER INCHES
3/8 x 1/4 0.01 W-1706 3/32 1 3/8 x 3/4 0.18 A-7816 1 1/32
1/2 x 3/8 0.01 W-1712 3/16
5/8 x 3/8 0.04 W-1717 9/32
5/8 x 1/2 0.02 W-1715 3/16
3/4 x 5/8 0.03 W-1720 3/32
7/8 x 1/2 0.11 W-1727 15/32
7/8 x 5/8 0.08 W-1726 11/32
Caps
7/8 x 3/4 0.04 W-1725 7/32
1 1/8 x 5/8 0.22 W-1739 15/32 9617
1 1/8 x 7/8
1 3/8 x 1 1/8
0.12
0.17
W-1737
W-1743
7/32
5/32
Cap C
1 5/8 x 1 3/8 0.22 W-1750 1/4
2 1/8 x 1 5/8 0.66 W-1758 5/16

9618-3
Flush Bushing Ftg x F - Wrot
APPROX. MUELLER DIM. N
O.D. SIZE NET WT./LBS. PART NUMBER INCHES
1/4† 0.01 W-7002 1/32
3/8† 0.01 W-7004 1/16
1/2† 0.01 W-7006 3/32
5/8† 0.02 W-7007 1/8
3/4† 0.03 W-7008 1/8
APPROX. MUELLER DIM. B 7/8† 0.04 W-7009 3/16
O.D. SIZE NET WT./LBS. PART NUMBER INCHES
1 1/8† 0.07 W-7011 5/32
5/8 x 1/8 0.03 A-7812 9/16 1 3/8† 0.10 W-7012 3/32
5/8 x 1/4 0.02 A-7813 9/16 1 5/8† 0.16 W-7013 1/8
1 1/8 x 1/2 0.12 A-7815 31/32 2 1/8† 0.27 W-7014 5/32
1 5/8 x 1 0.24 A-7817 1 5/32 2 5/8† 0.47 W-7015 7/32
3 1/8 0.78 W-7016 7/32
4 1/8 1.66 W-7018 1/4

WARNING: This product can expose you to c hemicals including


lead, which is known to theState of California to cause cancer
and birthdefects or other reproductive harm. For more information go
† UL Recognized to 700 PSI (select diameters).
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Couplings

9600 APPROX. MUELLER DIM. A


O.D. SIZE NET WT./LBS. PART NUMBER INCHES
Reducing Coupling C x C - Wrot 2 5/8 x 2 1/8 0.59 W-1083 1/2
3 1/8 x 1 5/8 0.92 W-1095 1 1/32
3 1/8 x 2 1/8 1.06 W-1094 15/16
3 1/8 x 2 5/8 0.98 W-1093 1/2
3 5/8 x 3 1/8 1.52 W-10101 17/32
4 1/8 x 2 1/8 1.91 W-10111 1 1/4
4 1/8 x 2 5/8 1.78 W-10110 1
4 1/8 x 3 1/8 1.93 W-10109 27/32
4 1/8 x 3 5/8 2.12 W-10108 19/32
APPROX. MUELLER DIM. A
O.D. SIZE NET WT./LBS. PART NUMBER INCHES
1/4 x 3/16† 0.01 W-1004 5/32
5/16 x 1/4†
3/8 x 5/16†
0.01
0.01
-
W-1010
1/4
3/16
9600-RS
3/8 x 1/4† 0.01 W-1011 3/16 Coupling with Rolled Tube Stop
1/2 x 3/8† 0.02 W-1019 3/16
1/2 x 5/16† 0.01 - 1/4 C x C - Wrot
1/2 x 1/4† 0.01 W-1021 1/4
5/8 x 1/4 0.03 W-1027 11/32
5/8 x 3/8† 0.02 W-1025 1/4
5/8 x 1/2† 0.02 W-1023 3/16
3/4 x 3/8† 0.03 W-1031 13/32
3/4 x 1/2† 0.04 W-1030 11/32
3/4 x 5/8† 0.05 W-1029 3/16
7/8 x 3/8† 0.05 W-1038 11/32 APPROX. MUELLER DIM. A
O.D. SIZE NET WT./LBS. PART NUMBER INCHES
7/8 x 1/2† 0.06 W-1037 3/8
3/16† 0.01 W-1001 1/8
7/8 x 5/8† 0.06 W-1036 7/16
1/4† 0.01 W-1003 1/8
7/8 x 3/4† 0.07 W-1035 3/16
5/16† 0.01 W-1006 1/8
1 1/8 x 1/2† 0.10 W-1052 13/32
3/8† 0.01 W-1009 1/8
1 1/8 x 5/8† 0.10 W-1051 11/32
1/2† 0.01 W-1017 3/32
1 1/8 x 3/4† 0.10 W-1050 3/8
5/8† 0.03 W-1022 3/32
1 1/8 x 7/8† 0.11 W-1049 11/32
3/4† 0.04 W-1028 3/32
1 3/8 x 5/8† 0.14 W-1060 7/16
7/8† 0.06 W-1034 3/32
1 3/8 x 3/4† 0.18 - 19/32
1† 0.09 W-1040 3/32
1 3/8 x 7/8† 0.18 W-1058 17/32
1 1/8† 0.11 W-1047 3/32
1 3/8 x 1 1/8† 0.16 W-1056 5/16
1 3/8† 0.15 W-1055 1/8
1 5/8 x 5/8† 0.19 W-1069 1/2
1 5/8† 0.22 W-1063 1/8
1 5/8 x 7/8† 0.20 W-1067 3/8
2 1/8† 0.40 W-1072 1/8
1 5/8 x 1 1/8† 0.22 W-1065 9/16
2 5/8† 0.66 W-1082 1/8
1 5/8 x 1 3/8† 0.23 W-1064 5/16
3 1/8 1.00 W-1092 1/8
2 1/8 x 5/8† 0.38 W-1079 23/32
3 5/8 1.45 W-10100 5/32
2 1/8 x 7/8† 0.36 W-1077 17/32
4 1/8 1.93 W-10107 7/32
2 1/8 x 1 1/8† 0.37 W-1075 7/16
2 1/8 x 1 3/8† 0.37 W-1074 11/16
2 1/8 x 1 5/8† 0.41 W-1073 9/16
2 5/8 x 1 1/8† 0.58 W-1086 29/32
2 5/8 x 1 3/8† 0.57 W-1085 13/16
2 5/8 x 1 5/8† 0.59 W-1084 11/16
Continues…
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Couplings cont. Elbows
9600-DS 9606
Coupling with Dimpled Tube Stop 45 Degree Elbow C x C - Wrot
C x C - Wrot

APPROX. MUELLER DIM. A APPROX. MUELLER PART DIM. C DIM. D


O.D. SIZE NET WT./LBS. PART NUMBER INCHES OD SIZE NET WT./LBS. NUMBER INCHES INCHES
3/16† 0.01 - 3/32 1/4† 0.01 W-3005 11/32 11/32
1/4† 0.01 W-10141 1/16 3/8† 0.02 W-3012 9/32 9/32
5/16† 0.01 W-10142 3/32 1/2† 0.03 W-3021 3/16 3/16
3/8† 0.01 W-10143 1/16 5/8† 0.04 W-3026 9/32 9/32
1/2† 0.01 W-10144 3/32 3/4† 0.09 W-3030 11/32 11/32
5/8† 0.03 W-10145 3/32 7/8† 0.10 W-3034 11/32 11/32
3/4† 0.04 W-10157 3/32 1† 0.20 - 11/16 11/16
7/8† 0.06 W-10146 3/32 1 1/8† 0.15 W-3044 3/8 3/8
1† 0.09 - 3/32 1 3/8† 0.25 W-3050 17/32 17/32
1 1/8† 0.11 W-10147 3/32 1 5/8† 0.35 W-3055 19/32 19/32
1 3/8† 0.15 W-10148 1/8 2 1/8† 0.65 W-3059 25/32 25/32
1 5/8† 0.22 W-10149 1/8 2 5/8 1.07 W-3063 29/32 29/32
2 1/8† 0.40 W-10150 1/8 3 1/8 1.58 W-3067 1 1/8 1 1/8
2 5/8† 0.67 W-10151 1/8 4 1/8 3.35 W-3073 1 9/16 1 9/16
3 1/8 1.00 W-10152 1/8
3 5/8 1.45 W-10153 5/32 9606-2
4 1/8 1.93 W-10154 7/32
45 Degree Fitting Elbow Ftg x C - Wrot
9601
Coupling
without Stop
C x C - Wrot
APPROX. MUELLER PART DIM. B DIM. C
APPROX. MUELLER DIM. B OD SIZE NET WT./LBS. NUMBER INCHES INCHES
O.D. SIZE NET WT./LBS. PART NUMBER INCHES
3/8 0.02 W-3312 9/16 1/4
3/8 0.01 W-1901 11/16
1/2 0.02 W-3321 21/32 3/16
1/2 0.01 W-1902 3/4
5/8 0.04 W-3326 3/4 7/32
5/8 0.03 W-1903 1
3/4 0.08 W-3330 1 1/8 13/32
3/4 0.04 W-1904 1 1/4
7/8 0.10 W-3334 1 1/16 5/16
7/8 0.06 W-1905 1 1/2
1 1/8 0.16 W-3344 1 9/32 15/32
1 1/8 0.11 W-1906 1 13/16
1 3/8 0.25 W-3350 1 19/32 17/32
1 3/8 0.15 W-1907 1 15/16
1 5/8 0.35 W-3355 1 25/32 19/32
1 5/8 0.22 W-1908 2 3/16
2 1/8 0.65 W-3359 2 3/16 25/32
2 1/8 0.40 W-1909 2 11/16
2 5/8 1.06 W-3363 2 3/16 29/32
2 5/8 0.66 W-1910 2 15/16
3 1/8 1.55 W-3368 2 19/32 1 5/32
3 1/8 1.00 W-1911 3 5/16
4 1/8 3.35 W-3373 3 3/16 1 1/4
3 5/8 1.40 - 3 13/16
4 1/8 1.84 W-1913 4 5/16 † UL Recognized to 700 PSI (select diameters).
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9607 9607-LT
90 Degree Elbow - Close Rough 90 Degree Elbow - Long Radius
C x C - Wrot C x C - Wrot

APPROX. MUELLER PART DIM. C DIM. D APPROX. MUELLER PART DIM. C DIM. D
OD SIZE NET WT./LBS. NUMBER INCHES INCHES OD SIZE NET WT./LBS. NUMBER INCHES INCHES
1/4† 0.01 W-2003 13/32 13/32 3/16† 0.01 W-2701 13/32 13/32
3/8† 0.02 W-2009 3/8 3/8 1/4† 0.01 W-2715 13/32 13/32
1/2† 0.03 W-2017 1/2 1/2 5/16† 0.02 W-2710 9/16 9/16
1/2 x 3/8 0.03 W-2019 19/32 3/4 3/8† 0.02 W-2716 17/32 17/32
5/8† 0.04 W-1622 11/32 11/32 3/8 x 1/4† 0.01 W-2711 19/32 1/2
5/8 x 1/2† 0.04 W-2023 7/16 21/32 1/2† 0.04 W-2717 23/32 23/32
3/4 x1/2 0.11 W-2030 1 1 3/8 5/8† 0.08 W-2722 7/8 7/8
7/8† 0.10 W-1634 1/2 13/16 5/8 x 1/2† 0.06 W-2723 13/16 13/16
7/8 x 5/8† 0.10 W-2036 9/16 25/32 5/8 x 3/8† 0.03 W-2725 25/32 21/32
7/8 x 3/4 0.11 W-2035 13/16 29/32 3/4† 0.11 W-2728 1 3/32 1 3/32
1 1/8† 0.18 W-1647 21/32 21/32 3/4 x 5/8† 0.09 W-2729 1 1/16 1 1/16
1 1/8 x 5/8 0.18 W-2051 - - 7/8† 0.16 W-2734 1 1/8 1 1/8
1 1/8 x 7/8† 0.20 W-2049 27/32 1 1/16 7/8 x 3/4† 0.13 W-2735 1 1/4 1 3/32
1 3/8† 0.27 W-2084 15/16 15/16 7/8 x 5/8† 0.10 W-2736 1 1/8 1 1/16
1 3/8 x 1 1/8 0.23 W-2056 1 5/8 1 15/32 1† 0.28 - 1 19/32 1 19/32
1 5/8† 0.42 W-2085 1 1 1 1/8† 0.28 W-2747 1 7/16 1 7/16
1 5/8 x 1 3/8† 0.35 W-2077 1 5/32 1 3/32 1 1/8 x 7/8† 0.20 W-2749 1 1/4 1 1/8
2 1/8† 0.80 W-2086 1 7/16 1 7/16 1 1/8 x 3/4† 0.15 - 1 13/32 1 3/32
2 1/8 x 1 5/8† 0.58 W-2078 1 7/16 1 1/4 1 3/8† 0.42 W-2055 1 7/8 1 7/8
2 5/8† 1.41 W-2087 1 5/8 1 5/8 1 3/8 x 1 1/8† 0.33 W-2756 1 25/32 1 1/2
3 1/8 2.07 W-2088 2 2 1 5/8† 0.66 W-2063 2 1/4 2 1/4
3 5/8 2.94 W-2089 2 7/16 2 7/16 2 1/8† 1.23 W-2072 2 15/16 2 15/16
4 1/8 4.23 W-2090 2 15/32 2 15/32 2 5/8 2.15 W-2082 3 11/16 3 11/16
2 5/8 x 2 1/8 1.53 -
3 1/8 2.93 W-2092 4 1/32 4 1/32
9607-I 3 5/8 5.63 -

90 Degree Elbow 4 1/8 5.96 W-2095 5 1/4 5 1/4

- Intermediate
Radius C x C - Wrot
APPROX. MUELLER PART DIM. C DIM. D
OD SIZE NET WT./LBS. NUMBER INCHES INCHES
5/8† 0.05 W-2022 19/32 19/32
3/4† 0.09 W-2028 7/8 7/8
7/8† 0.14 W-2034 3/16 13/16 † UL Recognized to 700 PSI (select diameters).
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9607-2 9607-2-LT
90 Degree Fitting Elbow - Close Rough 90 Degree Fitting Elbow - Long Radius
Ftg x C - Wrot Ftg x C - Wrot

APPROX. MUELLER PART DIM. B DIM. C


OD SIZE NET WT./LBS. NUMBER INCHES INCHES
1/4 0.01 - 13/32 1/2 APPROX. MUELLER PART DIM. B DIM. C
OD SIZE NET WT./LBS. NUMBER INCHES INCHES
3/8 0.02 W-2312 3/4 3/8
1/4† 0.01 - 13/16 1/2
1/2 0.03 W-2321 15/16 1/2
5/8 0.04 W-1652 31/32 3/8 3/8† 0.02 W-2809 1 1/8 3/4
7/8 0.11 W-1654 1 11/32 17/32 1/2† 0.05 W-2817 1 1/8 7/8
1 1/8 0.20 W-2344 1 3/4 27/32 5/8† 0.08 W-2822 1 9/16 1 3/32
1 3/8 0.28 W-2384 2 1/8 1 1/32 3/4† 0.11 W-2828 1 25/32 1 3/32
1 5/8 0.43 W-2385 2 13/32 1 7/32 7/8† 0.16 W-2834 1 15/16 1 1/8
2 1/8 0.82 W-2386 2 27/32 1 1/2 1 1/8† 0.32 W-2847 2 1/2 1 21/32
2 5/8 1.39 W-2387 3 7/32 1 19/32 1 3/8† 0.47 W-2350 2 31/32 1 7/8
3 1/8 2.10 W-2388 3 13/16 2 3/32 1 5/8† 0.66 W-2355 3 13/32 2 1/4
4 1/8 4.00 W-2390 4 3/4 2 15/32 2 1/8† 1.27 W-2359 4 11/32 2 15/16
2 5/8 2.16 W-2363 5 7/32 3 11/16
3 1/8 3.10 W-2368 5 3/4 4 1/32
9607-2-I
90 Degree Fitting Elbow - Intermediate 9607-2-2
Radius Ftg x C - Wrot 90 Degree Fitting Elbow - Close Rough
Ftg x Ftg - Wrot

APPROX. MUELLER PART DIM. B DIM. C


OD SIZE NET WT./LBS. NUMBER INCHES INCHES
5/8 0.05 W-2326 1 5/32 19/32 APPROX. MUELLER PART
3/4 0.09 W-2330 1 9/16 7/8 OD SIZE NET WT./LBS. NUMBER DIM. B INCHES
7/8 0.14 W-2334 1 5/8 13/16 5/8 0.09 W-2626 1 1/16
1 1/8 0.24 W-2344 2 1/32 1 1/16 7/8 0.14 W-2634 1 3/4
1 1/8 0.31 W-2644 1 23/32
1 3/8 0.31 W-2684 2 1/8
1 5/8 0.46 W-2685 2 11/32
2 1/8 0.82 W-2686 2 27/32
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Elbows cont. Fitting Reducers
9607-2-2-LT 9600-2
90 Degree Fitting Elbow - Close Rough Fitting Reducer Ftg x C - Wrot
Ftg x Ftg - Wrot

APPROX. MUELLER PART


OD SIZE NET WT./LBS. NUMBER DIM. B INCHES
3/8 x 1/4† 0.01 W-1306 17/32
1/2 x 1/4† 0.01 W-1314 23/32
APPROX. MUELLER PART
OD SIZE NET WT./LBS. NUMBER DIM. B INCHES 1/2 x 3/8† 0.01 W-1312 27/32
3/8 0.02 - 27/32 5/8 x 3/8† 0.02 W-1317 27/32
5/8 x 1/2† 0.03 W-1315 11/16
1/2 0.04 - 1 1/8
3/4 x 3/8† 0.03 W-1322 1 1/32
5/8 0.08 - 1 19/32
3/4 x 1/2† 0.04 W-1321 31/32
3/4 0.11 - 1 25/32
3/4 x 5/8† 0.05 W-1320 7/8
7/8 0.16 - 1 15/16
7/8 x 3/8† 0.05 W-1328 1 3/32
1 1/8 0.31 - 2 1/2
7/8 x 1/2† 0.05 W-1327 1 1/8
1 3/8 0.43 W-2650 2 29/32
7/8 x 5/8† 0.06 W-1326 1 1/8
1 5/8 0.65 W-2655 3 7/16
7/8 x 3/4† 0.06 W-1325 15/16
2 1/8 1.25 W-2659 4 11/32
1 1/8 x 1/2† 0.08 W-1340 1 9/32
1 1/8 x 5/8† 0.09 W-1339 1 1/4
1 1/8 x 3/4† 0.09 W-1338 1 3/8
1 1/8 x 7/8† 0.10 W-1337 1 7/32
1 3/8 x 5/8† 0.13 W-1347 1 3/8
1 3/8 x 7/8† 0.16 W-1345 1 1/2
1 3/8 x 1 1/8† 0.15 W-1343 1 5/16
1 5/8 x 5/8† 0.16 W-1355 1 19/32
1 5/8 x 7/8† 0.20 W-1353 1 17/32
1 5/8 x 1 1/8† 0.21 W-1351 1 5/8
1 5/8 x 1 3/8† 0.23 W-1350 1 13/32
2 1/8 x 5/8† 0.34 W-1364 1 15/16
2 1/8 x 7/8† 0.34 W-1362 1 27/32
2 1/8 x 1 1/8† 0.35 W-1360 1 27/32
2 1/8 x 1 3/8† 0.34 W-1359 2 3/32
2 1/8 x 1 5/8† 0.39 W-1358 1 31/32
2 5/8 x 1 1/8 0.51 W-1370 2 9/32
2 5/8 x 1 3/8 0.60 W-1369 2 9/32
2 5/8 x 1 5/8 0.59 W-1368 2 3/8
2 5/8 x 2 1/8 0.65 W-1367 1 31/32
3 1/8 x 1 3/8 0.88 W-1379 3 1/4
3 1/8 x 1 5/8 0.81 W-1378 2 19/32
3 1/8 x 2 1/8 0.99 W-1377 2 9/16
3 1/8 x 2 5/8 1.03 W-1376 2 1/4
3 5/8 x 3 1/8 1.48 W-1381 2 11/32
4 1/8 x 2 1/8 1.66 W-1389 3 13/32
4 1/8 x 2 5/8 1.82 W-1388 3 1/32
† UL Recognized to 700 PSI (select diameters). 4 1/8 x 3 1/8 2.00 W-1387 3 1/32
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Plugs Straps and Hangers
9616 9623
Fitted Plug Ftg - Wrot Copper Hanger Strap

APPROX. MUELLER PART APPROX.


OD SIZE NET WT./LBS. NUMBER DIM. A INCHES SIZE NET WT./LBS
1/2 0.012 A-1392 1/16 3/4" Wide x 25 Ft. Roll 1.93
5/8 0.02 A-1504 3/32
7/8 0.04 A-1529 5/32 9624
Tube Strap
Return Bends
MUELLER PART APPROX. NET
OD SIZE NUMBER WT./LBS.
9638 1/4 A-1203 0.01
Return Bend C x C - Wrot 3/8 A-1278 0.01
1/2 A-1366 0.01
5/8 A-2529 0.02
3/4 A-1467 0.02
7/8 A-2574 0.02
1 1/8 A-2614 0.02
1 3/8 A-2650 0.03
1 5/8 A-2675 0.03
2 1/8 A-2708 0.04
APPROX. MUELLER
NET WT./ PART DIM. E DIM. J
OD SIZE LBS. NUMBER INCHES INCHES Unions
1/4 0.02 - 21/32 1
3/8 0.04 W-6020 31/32 1 1/4 9633-W
1/2 0.08 W-6032 1 1/32 1 1/2
5/8 0.13 W-6051 1 1/2 2 Union C x C - Wrot
7/8 0.26 W-6092 1 19/32 2 1/2
1 1/8 0.44 W-60110 2 3/32 3
1 3/8 0.70 - 2 13/16 4
1 5/8 1.04 W-60131 3 5/32 4 1/2
2 1/8 1.92 W-60140 3 29/32 5 1/2

APPROX. NET MUELLER PART


OD SIZE WT./LBS. NUMBER DIM. A INCHES
3/8 0.13 W-8001 1/2
1/2 0.12 W-8002 7/16
5/8 0.12 W-8003 7/16
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APPROX. MUELLER DIMENSIONS INCHES
NET WT./ PART
OD SIZE LBS. NUMBER C F G
Tees 5/8 x 5/8 x 1 1/8† 0.29 W-4067 1 1 21/32

9611 3/4†
3/4 x 1/2 x 1/2†
0.12
0.11
W-4017
W-4027
7/16
7/16
7/16
3/4
7/16
5/8
Tee C x C x C - Wrot 3/4 x 1/2 x 3/4† 0.10 W-4025 7/16 3/4 7/16
3/4 x 5/8 x 5/8† 0.11 W-4022 7/16 19/32 13/32
3/4 x 5/8 x 3/4† 0.10 W-4021 7/16 5/8 7/16
3/4 x 3/4 x 3/8† 0.11 W-4020 7/16 7/16 3/4
3/4 x 3/4 x 1/2† 0.09 W-4019 7/16 7/16 5/8
3/4 x 3/4 x 5/8† 0.11 W-4018 7/16 7/16 13/32
3/4 x 3/4 x 7/8† 0.15 W-4046 23/32 23/32 1/2
APPROX. MUELLER DIMENSIONS INCHES 7/8† 0.16 W-4031 7/16 7/16 7/16
NET WT./ PART
OD SIZE LBS. NUMBER C F G 7/8 x 1/2 x 1/2† 0.12 W-40232 7/16 23/32 21/32
7/8 x 1/2 x 5/8† 0.12 W-40231 7/16 23/32 17/32
3/16† 0.01 W-40302 7/32 7/32 7/32
7/8 x 1/2 x 7/8† 0.15 W-40230 17/32 27/32 1/2
1/4† 0.02 W-40306 15/16 15/16 1/4
7/8 x 5/8 x 1/2 0.12 W-4044 7/16 21/32 21/32
1/4 x 1/4 x 3/8† 0.02 W-40368 13/32 13/32 9/32
7/8 x 5/8 x 5/8† 0.14 W-4043 13/32 19/32 1/2
1/4 x 1/4 x 3/16† 0.01 W-40308 5/16 5/16 5/16
7/8 x 5/8 x 7/8† 0.16 W-4041 7/16 11/16 7/16
1/4 x 3/16 x 1/4† 0.01 - 5/16 11/32 1/4
7/8 x 3/4 x 3/4† 0.15 W-4037 1/2 3/4 11/16
5/16† 0.02 W-40313 3/8 3/8 5/16
7/8 x 3/4 x 7/8† 0.15 W-4036 17/32 11/16 1/2
5/16 x 1/4 x 1/4† 0.02 - 3/8 13/32 11/32
7/8 x 7/8 x 1/4† 0.12 - 7/16 7/16 13/16
5/16 x 1/4 x 5/16† 0.02 - 3/8 13/32 5/16
7/8 x 7/8 x 3/8† 0.12 W-4035 13/32 13/32 25/32
5/16 x 5/16 x 1/4† 0.03 - 3/8 3/8 5/16
7/8 x 7/8 x 1/2† 0.12 W-4034 13/32 13/32 21/32
5/16 x 5/16 x 3/8† 0.02 W-40334 3/8 3/8 9/32
7/8 x 7/8 x 5/8† 0.14 W-4033 3/8 3/8 15/32
3/8† 0.02 W-4000 5/16 5/16 1/4
7/8 x 7/8 x 3/4† 0.16 W-4032 17/32 17/32 11/16
3/8 x 1/4 x 1/4† 0.02 W-40332 5/16 13/32 11/32
7/8 x 7/8 x 1 1/8† 0.22 W-4065 23/32 23/32 1/2
3/8 x 1/4 x 3/8† 0.02 W-40330 5/16 13/32 9/32
1† 0.30 - 23/32 23/32 23/32
3/8 x 5/16 x 3/8† 0.02 - 5/16 3/8 9/32
1 1/8† 0.31 W-4048 11/16 11/16 21/32
3/8 x 3/8 x 1/4† 0.03 W-40324 5/16 5/16 5/16
1 1/8 x 5/8 x 5/8† 0.22 W-4063 1/2 25/32 11/16
3/8 x 3/8 x 1/2† 0.04 W-4005 17/32 17/32 11/32
1 1/8 x 5/8 x 7/8† 0.24 W-4062 9/16 7/8 11/16
3/8 x 3/8 x 5/8† 0.07 W-4016 19/32 19/32 3/8
1 1/8 x 5/8 x 1 1/8† 0.30 W-4061 11/16 1 1/32 21/32
3/8 x 3/8 x 3/16† 0.02 W-40325 5/16 5/16 7/16
1 1/8 x 7/8 x 5/8† 0.22 W-4058 15/32 11/16 11/16
3/8 x 3/8 x 5/16† 0.02 - 5/16 5/16 5/16
1 1/8 x 7/8 x 7/8† 0.24 W-4056 9/16 25/32 23/32
1/2† 0.04 W-4001 11/32 11/32 11/32
1 1/8 x 7/8 x 1 1/8† 0.31 W-4055 11/16 31/32 21/32
1/2 x 1/4 x 1/4† 0.04 W-40366 11/32 19/32 19/32
1 1/8 x 1 1/8 x 3/8† 0.22 - 1/2 1/2 1 3/16
1/2 x 1/4 x 1/2† 0.04 W-40363 11/32 19/32 11/32
1 1/8 x 1 1/8 x 1/2† 0.22 W-4052 1/2 1/2 29/32
1/2 x 3/8 x 1/4† 0.04 W-40358 11/32 17/32 9/16
1 1/8 x 1 1/8 x 5/8† 0.23 W-4051 1/2 1/2 11/16
1/2 x 3/8 x 3/8† 0.04 W-4004 11/32 17/32 15/32
1 1/8 x 1 1/8 x 3/4† 0.24 W-4050 19/32 19/32 29/32
1/2 x 3/8 x 1/2† 0.04 W-4003 11/32 17/32 11/32
1 1/8 x 1 1/8 x 7/8† 0.25 W-4049 19/32 19/32 23/32
1/2 x 1/2 x 1/4† 0.04 W-40350 11/32 11/32 9/16
1 1/8 x 1 1/8 x 1 3/8† 0.42 W-4082 1 5/32 1 5/32 7/8
1/2 x 1/2 x 5/16† 0.04 - 11/32 11/32 15/32
1 1/8 x 1 1/8 x 1 5/8† 0.59 W-40101 1 11/32 1 11/32 31/32
1/2 x 1/2 x 3/8† 0.04 W-4002 11/32 11/32 15/32
1 3/8† 0.43 W-4068 13/16 13/16 13/16
1/2 x 1/2 x 5/8† 0.05 W-4015 1/2 1/2 3/8
1 3/8 x 5/8 x 1 3/8† 0.42 W-4083 13/16 1 7/32 13/16
5/8† 0.06 W-4006 11/32 11/32 11/32
1 3/8 x 7/8 x 5/8† 0.31 W-4081 15/32 3/4 25/32
5/8 x 3/8 x 3/8 0.06 W-4013 11/32 19/32 17/32
1 3/8 x 7/8 x 7/8† 0.36 W-4080 21/32 15/16 3/4
5/8 x 3/8 x 1/2† 0.06 W-40367 5/16 5/8 13/32
1 3/8 x 7/8 x 1 1/8† 0.45 W-4079 25/32 1 1/16 29/32
5/8 x 1/2 x 3/8† 0.06 W-4011 5/16 17/32 9/16
1 3/8 x 7/8 x 1 3/8† 0.41 W-4078 13/16 1 1/8 13/16
5/8 x 1/2 x 1/2† 0.06 W-4010 5/16 17/32 13/32
1 3/8 x 1 1/8 x 5/8† 0.31 W-4076 15/32 19/32 13/16
5/8 x 1/2 x 5/8† 0.07 W-4009 7/16 17/32 3/8
1 3/8 x 1 1/8 x 7/8† 0.37 W-4075 21/32 13/16 25/32
5/8 x 5/8 x 1/4 0.07 W-4014 5/16 5/16 3/4
1 3/8 x 1 1/8 x 1 1/8† 0.47 W-4074 25/32 31/32 29/32
5/8 x 5/8 x 3/8† 0.06 W-4008 5/16 5/16 9/16
1 3/8 x 1 1/8 x 1 3/8† 0.41 W-4073 13/16 1 1/32 13/16
5/8 x 5/8 x 1/2† 0.07 W-4007 5/16 5/16 13/32
1 3/8 x 1 3/8 x 1/2† 0.30 W-4072 15/32 15/32 29/32
5/8 x 5/8 x 3/4† 0.11 W-4029 5/8 5/8 7/16
1 3/8 x 1 3/8 x 5/8† 0.31 W-4071 15/32 15/32 25/32
5/8 x 5/8 x 7/8† 0.12 W-4047 17/32 17/32 11/32
1 3/8 x 1 3/8 x 7/8† 0.39 W-4070 21/32 21/32 3/4
† UL Recognized to 700 PSI (select diameters). Continues…
1 3/8 x 1 3/8 x 1 1/8† 0.45 W-4069 25/32 25/32 27/32
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DIMENSIONS INCHES
OD SIZE LBS. NUMBER C F G
APPROX. MUELLER DIMENSIONS INCHES 2 5/8 x 1 5/8 x 2 5/8 2.20 W-40137 1 9/16 2 17/32 1 7/8
NET WT./ PART
OD SIZE LBS. NUMBER C F G 2 5/8 x 2 1/8 x 7/8 1.34 W-40135 25/32 1 3/16 1 27/32
1 3/8 x 1 3/8 x 1 5/8† 0.57 W-40100 1 3/16 1 3/16 29/32 2 5/8 x 2 1/8 x 1 1/8 1.34 W-40134 25/32 1 5/32 1 11/16
1 3/8 x 1 3/8 x 2 1/8† 1.04 W-40122 1 15/16 1 15/16 1 1/4 2 5/8 x 2 1/8 x 1 3/8 1.62 W-40133 1 3/32 1 13/32 1 27/32
1 5/8† 0.62 W-4084 15/16 15/16 15/16 2 5/8 x 2 1/8 x 1 5/8 1.61 W-40132 1 3/32 1 13/32 1 21/32
1 5/8 x 5/8 x 1 5/8† 0.60 W-40244 1 1/32 1 13/32 31/32 2 5/8 x 2 1/8 x 2 1/8 1.72 W-40131 1 7/16 1 11/16 1 9/16
1 5/8 x 7/8 x 5/8† 0.39 W-40243 1/2 29/32 1 1/32 2 5/8 x 2 1/8 x 2 5/8 2.20 W-40130 1 9/16 2 3/16 1 7/8
1 5/8 x 7/8 x 7/8† 0.47 W-40238 19/32 1 3/32 29/32 2 5/8 x 2 5/8 x 5/8 1.30 W-40129 25/32 25/32 2 1/8
1 5/8 x 7/8 x 1 1/8† 0.54 W-40240 25/32 1 1/4 1 1/32 2 5/8 x 2 5/8 x 7/8 1.28 W-40128 25/32 25/32 1 13/16
1 5/8 x 7/8 x 1 3/8† 0.60 W-40239 29/32 1 11/32 1 1/16 2 5/8 x 2 5/8 x 1 1/8 1.26 W-40127 25/32 25/32 1 11/16
1 5/8 x 7/8 x 1 5/8† 0.59 W-4099 15/16 1 3/8 15/16 2 5/8 x 2 5/8 x 1 3/8 1.58 W-40126 1 3/32 1 3/32 1 27/32
1 5/8 x 1 1/8 x 5/8† 0.39 W-40237 1/2 25/32 1 1/32 2 5/8 x 2 5/8 x 1 5/8 1.58 W-40125 1 3/32 1 3/32 1 21/32
1 5/8 x 1 1/8 x 7/8† 0.46 W-4098 5/8 31/32 15/16 2 5/8 x 2 5/8 x 2 1/8 1.70 W-40124 1 13/32 1 13/32 1 19/32
1 5/8 x 1 1/8 x 1 1/8† 0.54 W-4097 3/4 1 1/16 31/32 3 1/8 3.12 W-40152 1 7/8 1 7/8 2 1/32
1 5/8 x 1 1/8 x 1 3/8† 0.60 W-4096 29/32 1 1/8 1 1/16 3 1/8 x 7/8 x 3 1/8 3.28 W-40179 1 13/16 3 1/4 2 3/16
1 5/8 x 1 1/8 x 1 5/8† 0.60 W-4095 1 1/32 1 11/32 29/32 3 1/8 x 1 1/8 x 3 1/8 3.34 W-40178 1 13/16 3 1/4 2 3/16
1 5/8 x 1 3/8 x 5/8† 0.41 W-4094 1/2 25/32 1 1/32 3 1/8 x 1 3/8 x 3 1/8 3.28 W-40181 1 13/16 2 7/8 2 3/16
1 5/8 x 1 3/8 x 7/8† 0.46 W-4093 19/32 29/32 15/16 3 1/8 x 1 5/8 x 3 1/8 3.31 W-40174 1 13/16 2 29/32 2 3/16
1 5/8 x 1 3/8 x 1 1/8† 0.54 W-4092 25/32 1 1 1/32 3 1/8 x 2 1/8 x 2 1/8 2.34 W-40164 1 15/32 1 31/32 1 31/32
1 5/8 x 1 3/8 x 1 3/8† 0.59 W-4091 31/32 1 3/32 31/32 3 1/8 x 2 1/8 x 2 5/8 3.18 W-40165 1 13/16 2 25/32 2 1/2
1 5/8 x 1 3/8 x 1 5/8† 0.60 W-4090 1 1/32 1 3/16 29/32 3 1/8 x 2 1/8 x 3 1/8 3.31 W-40167 1 13/16 2 21/32 2 3/16
1 5/8 x 1 5/8 x 5/8† 0.40 W-4088 1/2 1/2 1 3 1/8 x 2 5/8 x 1 1/8 3.08 W-40154 1 13/16 2 15/32 3 1/4
1 5/8 x 1 5/8 x 7/8† 0.48 W-4087 19/32 19/32 15/16 3 1/8 x 2 5/8 x 1 3/8 3.07 W-40155 1 13/16 2 15/32 2 29/32
1 5/8 x 1 5/8 x 1 1/8† 0.55 W-4086 3/4 3/4 15/16 3 1/8 x 2 5/8 x 2 1/8 2.34 W-40157 1 15/32 1 27/32 1 31/32
1 5/8 x 1 5/8 x 1 3/8† 0.61 W-4085 29/32 29/32 1 3 1/8 x 2 5/8 x 2 5/8 3.21 W-40158 1 13/16 2 15/32 2 1/2
1 5/8 x 1 5/8 x 2 1/8 1.05 W-40121 1 25/32 1 25/32 1 1/4 3 1/8 x 2 5/8 x 3 1/8 3.35 W-40159 1 13/16 2 15/32 2 3/16
2 1/8 1.11 W-40102 1 9/32 1 9/32 1 1/32 3 1/8 x 3 1/8 x 5/8 1.94 W-40145 27/32 27/32 2 3/8
2 1/8 x 5/8 x 2 1/8 1.09 W-40249 1 9/32 2 3/8 1 1/4 3 1/8 x 3 1/8 x 7/8 1.94 W-40146 27/32 27/32 2 3/16
2 1/8 x 7/8 x 2 1/8 1.07 W-40248 1 9/32 2 3/16 1 1/4 3 1/8 x 3 1/8 x 1 1/8 1.88 W-40147 27/32 27/32 1 15/16
2 1/8 x 1 1/8 x 1 1/8 0.91 W-40247 27/32 1 19/32 1 11/32 3 1/8 x 3 1/8 x 1 3/8 2.44 W-40148 1 15/32 1 15/32 2 7/16
2 1/8 x 1 1/8 x 2 1/8 1.06 W-40245 1 1/8 1 25/32 1 1/4 3 1/8 x 3 1/8 x 1 5/8 2.40 W-40149 1 15/32 1 15/32 2 9/32
2 1/8 x 1 3/8 x 7/8 1.04 - 1 1/4 1 31/32 2 3/32 3 1/8 x 3 1/8 x 2 1/8 2.32 W-40150 1 15/32 1 15/32 1 31/32
2 1/8 x 1 3/8 x 1 1/8 0.90 W-40118 27/32 1 9/32 1 23/64 3 1/8 x 3 1/8 x 2 5/8 3.34 W-40151 1 13/16 1 13/16 2 1/2
2 1/8 x 1 3/8 x 1 3/8 0.96 W-40117 1 1/8 1 17/32 1 5/16 3 5/8 6.57 W-40190 2 17/32 2 17/32 2 17/32
2 1/8 x 1 3/8 x 1 5/8 1.04 W-40116 1 3/32 1 7/32 1 3/8 4 1/8 7.89 W-40200 2 13/32 2 13/32 2 17/32
2 1/8 x 1 3/8 x 2 1/8 1.08 W-40115 1 9/32 1 31/32 1 1/32 4 1/8 x 1 1/8 x 4 1/8 7.58 W-40213 2 3/8 4 1/4 2 23/32
2 1/8 x 1 5/8 x 5/8 0.79 W-40114 11/16 29/32 1 5/16 4 1/8 x 2 1/8 x 2 1/8 7.62 - 2 3/8 4 3 15/16
2 1/8 x 1 5/8 x 7/8 1.04 W-40113 1 1/4 1 23/32 2 3/32 4 1/8 x 2 1/8 x 4 1/8 7.86 W-40216 2 3/8 4 2 23/32
2 1/8 x 1 5/8 x 1 1/8 0.91 W-40112 29/32 1 1/8 1 7/32 4 1/8 x 2 5/8 x 2 5/8 7.52 - 2 3/8 3 25/32 3 29/32
2 1/8 x 1 5/8 x 1 3/8 1.07 W-40111 1 1/8 1 3/8 1 5/16 4 1/8 x 2 5/8 x 4 1/8 7.84 W-40212 2 3/8 3 25/32 2 23/32
2 1/8 x 1 5/8 x 1 5/8 1.06 W-40110 1 3/32 1 15/32 1 11/32 4 1/8 x 3 1/8 x 2 1/8 7.50 W-40204 2 3/8 3 9/16 3 15/16
2 1/8 x 1 5/8 x 2 1/8 1.07 W-40109 1 9/32 1 25/32 1 1/32 4 1/8 x 3 1/8 x 2 5/8 7.42 W-40205 2 3/8 3 9/16 3 29/32
2 1/8 x 2 1/8 x 5/8 0.77 W-40107 19/32 19/32 1 5/16 4 1/8 x 3 1/8 x 3 1/8 7.43 W-40206 2 3/8 3 9/16 3 1/2
2 1/8 x 2 1/8 x 7/8 0.66 W-40106 7/16 7/16 1 1/4 4 1/8 x 3 1/8 x 4 1/8 7.76 W-40208 2 3/8 3 23/32 2 23/32
2 1/8 x 2 1/8 x 1 1/8 0.91 W-40105 27/32 27/32 1 1/4 4 1/8 x 4 1/8 x 5/8 4.42 W-40191 1 3/32 1 3/32 2 7/8
2 1/8 x 2 1/8 x 1 3/8 1.01 W-40104 1 1/8 1 1/8 1 5/16 4 1/8 x 4 1/8 x 7/8 4.17 W-40192 1 3/32 1 3/32 2 29/32
2 1/8 x 2 1/8 x 1 5/8 1.07 W-40103 1 3/32 1 3/32 1 3/8 4 1/8 x 4 1/8 x 1 1/8 4.45 W-40193 31/32 31/32 2 9/16
2 1/8 x 2 1/8 x 2 5/8 2.11 W-40144 2 3/16 2 3/16 1 7/8 4 1/8 x 4 1/8 x 1 3/8 4.60 W-40194 1 11/32 1 11/32 2 7/8
2 5/8 2.08 W-40123 1 9/16 1 9/16 1 7/8 4 1/8 x 4 1/8 x 1 5/8 4.50 W-40195 1 9/32 1 9/32 2 3/4
2 5/8 x 7/8 x 2 5/8 2.16 W-40222 1 9/16 2 15/16 1 7/8 4 1/8 x 4 1/8 x 2 1/8 4.98 W-40196 1 11/32 1 11/32 2 7/16
2 5/8 x 1 1/8 x 2 5/8 2.22 W-40221 1 9/16 2 9/16 1 7/8 4 1/8 x 4 1/8 x 2 5/8 7.78 W-40197 2 3/8 2 3/8 3 29/32
2 5/8 x 1 3/8 x 2 1/8 2.26 - 1 9/16 2 5/8 2 3/16 4 1/8 x 4 1/8 x 3 1/8 7.77 W-40198 2 3/8 2 3/8 3 1/2
2 5/8 x 1 3/8 x 2 5/8 2.20 W-40220 1 9/16 2 5/8 1 7/8
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Specifications
All of the advantages found in copper have been capitalized to the utmost degree in the manufacture of NIBCO® fittings. Because of the
accuracy of construc­tion and design, copper plumbing is more efficient and less expensive.
NIBCO manufactures nine general types of fittings: wrot pressure, cast pressure, wrot drainage, cast drainage, flanges, flared tube, threaded
bronze, and insert fittings for PEX. Each has its particular place and use, and each offers its own advantages when used for the proper service
requirement.
Material & construction — NIBCO fittings are made from the highest quality raw materials — cast fittings are offered in traditional copper
alloys C83600 and C84400 as well as high quality, lead-free*, dezincification-resistant (DZR) silicon brass alloy C87850 per ASTM specification
B584. Wrot copper fittings are made from commercially pure copper mill products already meeting current lead-free* requirements per ASTM
specifications B75 alloy C12200.
Lead-Free* refers to the wetted surface of pipes, fittings and fixtures in potable water systems that have a weighted average lead content ≤
0.25% per the Safe Drinking Water Act (Sec. 1417) amended 1-4-2011 and other equivalent state regulations.
NIBCO fittings are produced to meet the requirements of applicable standards.
The majority of NIBCO wrot and cast fittings are manufactured in the U.S.A. and Mexico+. The manufacturing plants at Stuarts Draft, VA;
Nacogdoches, TX; and Reynosa, Mexico are registered to ISO 9001 quality standards.

Following is suggested phrasing to be incorporated in your specifications or bills of material for copper tube fittings.
WROT SOLDER JOINT FITTINGS — Solder joint fittings shall be produced to one of the following specifications:

1. "Material and workmanship shall be in accordance CAST COPPER ALLOY FLANGES AND FLANGED
with ASME/ANSI B16.22; wrot copper and copper alloy FITTINGS —
solder joint pressure fittings.”
CLASS 150 — "Cast copper alloy flanges and flanged
2. "The dimensional, material and workmanship shall fittings shall meet the requirements of MSS SP-106"
meet the requirements of MSS SP-104; wrot copper and/or "the workmanship and dimensions of federal
solder joint pressure fittings.” specifications WW-F-406 or ASME Std. B16.24."
3. "The dimensional, material and workmanship of 5"–12" CLASS 125 — "Material, workmanship and dimensions
copper fittings shall meet the requirements of MSS of flanges shall be in accordance with MSS SP-106."
SP-109 “welded fabricated copper solder joint pressure
fittings.” CAST BRONZE THREADED FITTINGS — “Cast bronze
threaded fittings shall be in accordance with ANSI/ASME
4. "Third party certified to NSF/ANSI 61." B16.15.”
5. "Lead-Free* refers to the wetted surface of pipe, NIBCO copper tube fittings are all produced to above standards.
fittings and fixtures in potable water systems that have To simplify, write your specifications to read: “Copper tube
a weighted average lead content ≤ 0.25% per the Safe fittings to be in accordance with specifications as outlined in
Drinking Water Act (Sec. 1417) amended 1-4-2011 and the NIBCO Copper Fittings Catalog.”
other equivalent state regulations."
WROT COPPER MEDICAL GAS SYSTEM
6. "UL Recognized to 700 PSI (select diameters)." COMPONENTS — "Wrot copper fittings that are to be
installed in medical gas applications shall be prepared in
CAST COPPER ALLOY SOLDER JOINT FITTINGS — “Cast accordance with NFPA 99, Health Care Facilities Gas and
copper alloy solder joint fittings shall be in accor­dance with Vacuum Systems and the Compressed Gas Association,
ASME B16.18.” Pamphlet G4.1. Packaging shall be adequately protective
WROT DRAINAGE FITTINGS — “Wrot drainage fittings shall and include labeling that identifies the preparer and states
be in accordance with ASME B16.29.” that the product has been cleaned and bagged for oxygen or
med gas service."
CAST COPPER ALLOY SOLDER JOINT DRAINAGE
FITTINGS — “Cast copper alloy solder joint drainage fittings For technical information and dimensions, refer to the
shall be in accordance with ASME B16.23.” engineering section contained in this catalog.
CAST COPPER ALLOY FLARED TUBE FITTINGS — “Cast
copper alloy flared tube fittings shall be in accor­dance with
ASME B16.26.”
+ NIBCO, may, from time to time, source and/or supplement a wrot or cast fitting product from suppliers outside of the U.S.A. and/or Mexico.

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TYPES OF JOINTS

Flared Joint — The principle of the flared joint was first developed Flanges — To adapt copper tube to equipment having flanged
for copper tube plumbing in 1928 by NIBCO. The flared type joint is connections, or to add copper tube to flanged pipe installations or
wholly a mechanical means of joining copper tubes. The tube nut is other purposes, NIBCO provides flanges. The flanges are produced in
placed over the end of the copper tube to be joined; the tube end two standard types widely used in this field where copper tube can
then is flared out at an approximate 45 degree angle by a flaring tool. serve — Class 150, comply with ASME B16.24, “Cast copper alloy
The flared end is then drawn up by the tube nut so the inside surface pipe flanges and flanged fittings Class 150, 300, 400, 600, 900, 1500
is tightly secured against the ball seat of the fitting. This joint can and 2500”; and Class 125, which conform to MSS SP-106, “Cast copper
be readily dismantled at any time and is, in effect, a type of union alloy flanges and flanged fittings Class 125, 150 and 300.”
connection. Its use is generally restricted to soft (annealed) copper
tubes since hard drawn tubes would be subject to splitting when
flared (if the ends were not previously annealed). The flared ends of Fitting Terms and Abbreviations
NIBCO® Flared Fittings are produced to the requirements of ASME
B16.26, “Cast copper alloy fittings for flared copper tube.” C Female solder cup
Ftg
Male solder end
Solder Joint — NIBCO pioneered the development of F Female NPT thread
the solder joint and its application to the field of copper tube piping. M Male NPT thread
Today the solder joint is widely adopted, as evidenced by the majority Hose
Standard hose thread
of cities and states that have written codes to include copper tube
and solder joints as desirable for general plumbing, water lines, Hub
Female end for soil pipe
vent, stack, waste and drain lines, as well as other uses in industry. Spigot
Male end for soil pipe
Testing has shown that often the solder joint has greater strength No Hub
Used with mechanical coupling
than the tubes being joined, depending upon the soldering alloy O.D. Tube
Actual tube outside diameter
selected. While the method of preparing a solder joint is an exacting S Straight thread
art to ensure a full strength joint, it can be readily mastered by SJ Slip joint
skilled tradesmen. It is for this reason — to ensure the public of FL Flared
the protection afforded by properly prepared joints — that NIBCO
products are marketed through the reputable sources of supply to the
piping trades. Important procedures for preparing a solder joint are
graphically illustrated in this catalog on page 26.

Brazed Joint — This type of joint has long been used wherever and
whenever critical situations have been encountered in copper piping.
The joint itself is completed much in the same manner as the solder
joint; however, considerably more heat and several refinements of
technique require separate procedures that are described further in
this catalog on pages 27-28.

Threaded Ends — To adapt copper tube to equipment having


National Standard Pipe Taper (NPT) threads or to add copper tube to
existing iron pipe installations or other threaded connections, NIBCO
provides fittings having both external and internal NPT threads. These
threaded ends are produced to the requirements of ASME B1.20.1,
“Pipe threads, general purpose (Inch).”

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WHAT MAKES A PLUMBING SYSTEM FAIL?

Failure in a copper plumbing system is rare, but may occur due to a variety ABBREVIATED EMF SERIES
of reasons. The most common causes of failure are: (Electromotive-Force Series; Common Piping Materials in Sea Water)
CATHODE (+) passive
GOLD – fixtures, faucets, plating
1. Excessive fluid velocity causes erosion-corrosion or impingement (to PLATINUM
strike or hit against) attack in the tube and/or fitting. For this reason, the SILVER – brazing alloys, silver-bearing solders
copper plumbing industry has established design velocity limits for copper TITANIUM – condenser tubes
plumbing systems to the following: MONEL (67% Ni - 33% Cu) – specialty piping & equipment
CUPRO-NICKEL – condensers, marine, nuclear
Hot Water > 140°F (60°C) 2 to 3 feet per second
COPPER – pressure, DWV, gases, air, refrigeration, etc.
(0.6 to 0.9 meters per second) BRASS (85/15 - Red) – cast fittings, valves
Hot Water 140°F (60°C) 4 to 5 feet per second BRASS (70/30 - Yellow) – gas-cocks, fittings, connectors
(1.2 to 1.5 meters per second) LEAD – solder, pipe, sheet, coating, lining
TIN – solders, coating, lining
Cold Water 5 to 8 feet per second
CAST IRON – pressure, DWV
(1.5 to 2.4 meters per second) WROUGHT IRON – pressure
2. Localized high velocities and/or turbulence. The presence of a dent, tube MILD STEEL – fire protection
ends which are not reamed or deburred before soldering, and sudden ALUMINUM – refrigeration, irrigation, some solar
GALVANIZED STEEL – pressure, DWV
changes in direction can all cause localized high velocity conditions.
ZINC – coatings, linings, some fittings
3. Flux corrosion is typified by pin hole leaks, generally in the bottom of MAGNESIUM – water heater anodes, cathodic protection for pipelines
a horizontal line. Fluxes are mildly corrosive liquid or petroleum-based ANODE (-) active; sacrificial material
pastes containing chlorides of zinc and ammonia. Unless the flux is
flushed from the system, it will lay in the bottom of the tube and remain 5. Dezincification is a type of corrosion in which brass dissolves as an alloy
active. ASTM B813, “Liquid and paste fluxes for soldering applications and the copper constituent redeposits from solution onto the surface of
of copper and copper-alloy tube,” limits the corrosivity of soldering the brass as a metal, but in the porous form. The zinc constituent may
fluxes and ensures that these fluxes are flushable in cold water, which be carried away from the brass as a soluble salt, or may be deposited in
facilitates easy removal of flux residue following installation. place as an insoluble compound. Dezincification is normally associated
with brass valves where the zinc content exceeds 15%. Generally, areas
4. Galvanic Corrosion may be defined as the destruction of a material by of high stress, such as valve stems and gate valve bodies, are primary
electrochemical interaction between the environment and the material. targets of attack.
Generally, it is slow but persistent in character and requires the presence
of dissimilar metals. Galvanic corrosion requires the flow of an electric 6. On rare occasions, corrosion by aggressive water, possibly aggravated by
current between certain areas of dissimilar metal surfaces. To complete poor design or workmanship, do exist. Aggressive, hard well waters that
the electric circuit, there must be two electrodes, an anode and a cathode, cause pitting can be identified by chemical analysis and treated to bring
and they must be connected by an electrolyte media (water) through their composition within acceptable limits. Typically these hard waters
which the current can pass. The amount of metal which dissolves at the are found to have high total dissolved solids (t.d.s.) including sulfates and
anode is proportional to the number of electrons flowing, which in turn chlorides, a pH in the range of 7.2 to 7.8, a high content of carbon dioxide
is dependent upon the potential and resistance of the two metals. The (CO2) gas (over 10 parts per million (ppm)), and the presence of dissolved
use of dissimilar metals in a plumbing system may or may not create a oxygen (D.O.) gas. Soft acidic waters can cause the annoying problem of
problem. For instance, copper and steel are perhaps the most common green staining of fixtures or “green water”. Raising the pH of such waters
dissimilar metals found together in a plumbing system. In closed systems, to a value of about 7.2 or more usually solves the problem, but a qualified
such as a chilled or heating water piping, the use of dissimilar metals may water treatment specialist should be consulted.
not create a serious problem; this is because there is virtually no oxygen 7. Aggressive soil conditions can be a cause for external corrosion of copper
in the water and corrosion relations tend to be stifled. Where dissimilar piping systems. Non-uniform soil characteristics, such as different soil
metals must be used, some codes require that they should be separated aeration, resistivity, or moisture properties, between adjacent sections
by a dielectric union or a similar type of fitting. The effectiveness depends of tube can create galvanic corrosion cells. Soils contaminated with high
upon; distance between the metals on the electromotive-force series concentrations of road salts or fertilizers containing ammonia, chlorides,
(EMF) chart, ratio of cathode to anode area, degree of aeration, amount and nitrogen are known to combine with water to form acids. Any metal
of agitation, temperature, presence of dissolved salts, and other factors. pipe laid in ash or cinders is subject to attack by the acid generated when
sulfur compounds combine with water to form sulfuric acid.

U.S. customary units in this document are the standard; the metric units are
provided for reference only. The values stated in each system are not exact
equivalents.

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SOLDER JOINT SPECIFICATION

1. Soldering Clearance (between the outside of the tube and


the inside diameter of the solder cup) and the Depth of the
Solder Cup (into which the tube is inserted).

Chart 1 – Soldering Clearance and Solder Cup Depth


Nominal Maximum Minimum Maximum Depth of
Size I.D. of O.D. of Clearance Solder Cup
of Fitting Fitting Tube for Soldering
(Inches) Inch (mm) Inch (mm) Inch (mm) Inch (mm)
1/4 0.381 (9.66) 0.374 (9.50) 0.007 (0.18) 0.31 (7.9)
3/8 0.506 (12.85) 0.499 (12.67) 0.007 (0.18) 0.38 (9.7)
1/2 0.631 (16.03) 0.622 (15.80) 0.009 (0.23) 0.50 (12.7)
5/8 0.756 (19.20) 0.749 (19.02) 0.007 (0.18) 0.62 (15.7)
3/4 0.881 (22.38) 0.872 (22.20) 0.009 (0.23) 0.75 (19.1)
1 1.132 (28.75) 1.123 (28.54) 0.009 (0.23) 0.91 (23.1)
1 1/4 1.382 (35.10) 1.373 (34.88) 0.009 (0.23) 0.97 (24.6)
1 1/2 1.633 (41.48) 1.623 (41.22) 0.010 (0.25) 1.09 (27.7)
2 2.133 (54.18) 2.123 (53.92) 0.010 (0.25) 1.34
(34.0)
2 1/2 2.633 (66.88) 2.623 (66.62) 0.010 (0.25) 1.47
(37.3)
3 3.133 (79.58) 3.123 (79.32) 0.010 (0.25) 1.66
(42.2)
3 1/2 3.633 (92.28) 3.623 (92.02) 0.010 (0.25) 1.91 (48.5)
HOW TO BE SURE OF PROPER TOLERANCES
4 4.133 (104.98) 4.123 (104.72) 0.010 (0.25) 2.16 (54.9) It is apparent that all of the scientific apparatus used to test tube
5 5.133 (130.38) 5.123 (130.12) 0.010 (0.25) 2.66 and fittings, according to the dimensions indicated in Chart 1,
(67.6)
6 6.133
(155.78) 6.123 (155.52) 0.010 (0.25) 3.09 (78.5)
would be impractical to use on the job. It is therefore essential that
you install tube and fittings manufactured by companies known to
The National Bureau of Standards Report BMS58, “Strength of Soft-Soldered Joints in be dedicated to the highest quality control standards. Should you
Copper Tubing,” reporting on tests conducted with 3/4-inch tubing and fitting, says “When the
clearance is greater than 0.010 inch (0.25 mm), there is difficulty in filling the joint properly.”
encounter a condition where there is difficulty in filling the joint
properly, NIBCO will analyze the trouble without charge. Just send
2. Depth of Solder Penetration drastically affects the breaking six inches of the tube, along with the fitting and our technicians
load of the joint. When there is too great a soldering clearance, will provide you with recommendations.
there is no capillary flow to assure complete solder penetration.
As shown in the chart below, the holding power of the 3/4-inch
joint is directly proportional to the depth of solder penetration.
U.S. customary units in this document are the standard; the metric units are provided
For example: If you get only one-third penetration, you get for reference only. The values stated in each system are not exact equivalents.
approximately one-third the strength needed to assure complete
satisfaction.
Chart 2 – Type K 3 / 4" Tubing

Solder penetration of one-third Solder penetration of the entire


the cup depth — breaking load, approx- cup depth — breaking load approxi-
imately 2,100 lb. (955 kg) mately 7,000 lb. (3175 kg)

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BRAZING INFORMATION
For Estimating Purposes
Copper Water A
Tube Size Brazing Filler Required Torch Tip Acetylene Consumption Oxygen Pressure (Approx.) Acetylene Pressure (Approx.)
(In Inches) Inches (mm) Drill Size No. C.F.H. (C.M.H.) PSI (kPa) PSI (kPa)
1/4 0.25 B (6.4) 54 15.9 (0.5) 4 (27) 4 (27)
3/8 0.38 B (9.7) 54 15.9 (0.5) 4 (27) 4 (27)
1/2 0.50 (12.7) 51 24.8 (0.7) 5 (34) 5 (34)
5/8 0.62 (15.7) 51 24.8 (0.7) 5 (34) 5 (34)
3/4 1.00 (25.0) 51 24.8 (0.7) 5 (34) 5 (34)
1 1.60 (41.0) 48 31.6 (0.9) 6 (41) 6 (41)
1 1/4 2.00 (51.0) 48 31.6 (0.9) 6 (41) 6 (41)
1 1/2 2.60 (66.0) 44 38.7 (1.1) 7 (48) 7 (48)
2 4.40 (112.0) 40 60.0 (1.7) 7 (48) 7 (48)
2 1/2 5.90 (150.0) 40 60.0 (1.7) 7 (48) 7 (48)
3 7.90 (200.0) 35 70.0 (2.0) 71/2 (52) 71/2 (52)
3 1/2 10.50 (207.0) 35 70.0 (2.0) 71/2 (52) 71/2 (52)
4 13.50 (343.0) 30 88.5 (2.5) 9 (62) 9 (62)
5 20.50 (521.0) 30 88.5 (2.5) 9 (62) 9 (62)
6 28.50 (724.0) 30 88.5 (2.5) 9 (62) 9 (62)
A Approximate consumption when brazing one cup of the fitting. Actual consumption depends on workmanship.
For filler sizes shown, one pound of filler alloy provides 1,068 inches (27.13 mm) of 1/16-inch wire or 475 inches (12,065 mm) of 3/32-inch wire.
B 1/16-inch (1.59 mm) diameter wire; all other is 3/32-inch (2.38 mm) diameter.

SOLDER AND FLUX REQUIREMENTS


Nom. Size Joint Solder Required, LB (kg)
(In Inches) General Use Drainage Use
1/4 0.097 –
3/8 0.159 –
1/2 0.261 –
5/8 0.389 –
3/4 0.548 –
1 0.856 –
1 1/4 1.115 1.2 (0.5)
1 1/2 1.480 1.4 (0.6)
2 2.380 1.5 (0.7)
2 1/2 3.225 –
3 4.335 2.8 (1.3)
3 1/2 5.786 –
4 7.446 4.2 (1.9)
5 11.392 –
6 15.815 –
8 26.955 –
Solder requirements in this table are based on estimate of weight of solder used to prepare
100 solder joints of sizes shown.
Two (2) ounces (0.06 kg) of solder flux will be required for each pound (0.45 kg) of solder.

U.S. customary units in this document are the standard; the metric units are provided
for reference only. The values stated in each system are not exact equivalents.

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RATED INTERNAL WORKING PRESSURES OF JOINTS
MADE WITH COPPER WATER TUBE AND SOLDER TYPE FITTINGS, PSI (BAR)
Maximum Gauge Working Pressure for Standard Water Tube Sizes [Note (1)]
Saturated Steam
Working Temperature 1/ 8" though 1" 11/4" through 2" 21/2" through 4" 5" through 8" 10" to 12" LB (kg)
Joining Material °F °C PSI BAR PSI BAR PSI BAR PSI BAR PSI BAR All Sizes
Alloy Sn50 100 38 200 (14) 175 (12) 150 (10) 135 (9) 100 (6)
50-50 Tin-Lead solder 150 66 150 (10) 125 (9) 100 (7) 90 (6) 70 (5) 15
[Notes (2), (3)] 200 93 100 (7) 90 (6) 75 (5) 70 (5) 50 (3)
250 121 85 (6) 75 (5) 50 (3) 45 (3) 40 (3)
Alloy Sb5 100 38 1090 (9) (75) 850 (8) (59) 705 (9) (49) 660 (8) (46) 340 (23)
(10) (43) 485 (10) (34) 405 (10) (28) 375 (10) (26) 280 (19)
95-5 Tin-Antimony solder 150 66 625 15
[Note (4)] 200 93 505 (11) (35) 395 (10) (27) 325 (10) (32) 305 (10) (21) 230 (16)
250 121 270 (19) 210 (15) 175 (12) 165 (11) 120 (8)
Alloy E 100 38 710 (10) (49) 555( 10) (38) 460 (10) (32) 430 (10) (30) 320 (22)
150 66 475 (11) (33) 370 (10) (26) 305 (10) (21) 285 (11) (20) 215 (15) 15
200 93 375 (26) 290 (20) 240 (11) (17) 225 (11) (16) 170 (12)
250 121 320 (22) 250 (17) 205 (14) 195 (13) 145 (9)
Alloy HB 100 38 1035 (9) (71) 805 (8) (56) 670 (8) (46) 625 (9) (43) 340 (23)
[Note (6)] 150 66 710 (10) (49) 555 (10) (38) 460 (10) (32) 430 (10) (30) 320 (22) 15
200 93 440 (11) (30) 345 (11) (24) 285 (11) (20) 265 (11) (18) 200 (14)
250 121 430 (11) (30) 335 (11) (23) 275 (11) (19) 260 (11) (18) 195 (13)
Joining materials at or
above 593°C Pressure-temperature ratings consistent with the materials and procedures employed.
[Note (7)]

GENERAL NOTE:
For extremely low working temperatures in the 0°F to 200°F range, it is recommended that a joint material melting at or above 1000°F be employed [see Note (5)].
NOTES:
(1) Standard water tube sizes per ASTM B88
(2) ASTM B 32 Alloy Grade Sn50
(3) The Safe Drinking Water Act Amendment of 1986 prohibits the use of any solder having a lead content
in excess of 0.2% in potable water systems.
(4) ASTM B 32 Alloy Grade Sb5
(5) ASTM B 32 Alloy Grade E
(6) ASTM B 32 Alloy Grade HB
(7) These joining materials are defined as brazing alloys by the American Welding Society.
(8) The solder joint exceeds the strength of Types K, L & M tube in drawn and annealed tempers.
(9) The solder joint exceeds the strength of Types L & M tube in drawn temper and Type K tube in annealed temper.
(10) The solder joint exceeds the strength of Type M tube in drawn temper and Types L & K in annealed temper.
(11) The solder joint exceeds the strength of Type L tube in annealed temper.

RATED INTERNAL WORKING PRESSURES OF JOINTS RATED INTERNAL WORKING PRESSURES OF


MADE WITH FLARED FITTINGS AND COPPER WATER TUBE POLYBUTYLENE TUBE AND COPPER BARBED INSERT FITTINGS
Nominal Size Joint Nominal Size Joint
(In Inches) Temperature, °F (°C) A Pressure, PSI (BAR) A (In Inches) Temperature, °F (°C) Pressure, PSI (BAR)
3/8, 1/2, 3/4, 1, 3/8, 1/2, 3/4, 1 73  (23) 200  (14)
1 1/4, 1 1/2, 2 100   (38) 175   (12) 140  (60) 160  (11)
A ASME B16.26 180  (82) 100   (7)
200  (93) 80   (5)

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for reference only. The values stated in each system are not exact equivalents.

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RATED INTERNAL WORKING PRESSURE1 FOR COPPER FITTINGS, PSI (BAR)
Water Temperature Range
Nominal Water
Tube Size -20° to 100°F 150°F 200°F 250°F 300°F 350°F 400°F
(In Inches) (-29° to 38°C) (66°C) (95°C) (120°C) (149°C) (177°C) (204°C)
1/4 912  (62) 775  (53) 729  (50) 729  (50) 714  (49) 608  (42) 456  (31)
3/8 779  (54) 662  (46) 623  (43) 623  (43) 610  (42) 519  (36) 389  (27)
1/2 722  (50) 613  (42) 577  (40) 577  (40) 565  (39) 481  (33) 361  (25)
5/8 631  (43) 537  (37) 505  (35) 505  (35) 495  (34) 421  (29) 316  (21)
3/4 582  (40) 495  (34) 466  (32) 466  (32) 456  (31) 388  (27) 291  (20)
1 494  (34) 420  (29) 395  (27) 395  (27) 387  (26) 330  (23) 247  (17)
1 1/4 439  (30) 373  (26) 351  (24) 351  (24) 344  (23) 293  (20) 219  (15)
1 1/2 408  (28) 347  (24) 327  (23) 327  (23) 320  (22) 272  (19) 204  (14)
2 364  (25) 309  (21) 291  (20) 291  (20) 285  (20) 242  (17) 182  (13)
2 1/2 336  (23) 285  (20) 269  (19) 269  (19) 263  (18) 224  (15) 168  (12)
3 317  (22) 270  (19) 254  (17) 254  (17) 248  (17) 211  (15) 159  (11)
3 1/2 304  (21) 258  (18) 243  (17) 243  (17) 238  (16) 202  (14) 152  (10)
4 293  (20) 249  (17) 235  (16) 235  (16) 230  (16) 196  (13) 147  (10)
5 269  (19) 229  (16) 215  (15) 215  (15) 211  (15) 179  (12) 135  1(9)
6 251  (17) 213  (15) 201  (14) 201  (14) 196  (14) 167  (12) 125  1(8)
8 270  (19) 230  (16) 216  (15) 216  (15) 212  (15) 180  (12) 135  1(9)
1 The fitting pressure rating applies to the largest opening of the fitting.

RATED INTERNAL WORKING PRESSURES OF


CAST COPPER ALLOY FLANGES AND FLANGED FITTINGS
Pressure (PSI)
Nominal Size Joint Temperature
(In Inches) °F (°C) A Class 125 A, B Class 150 B Class 150 A, C
1/2, 3/4, 1, 1 1/4, 0 – 150  (0 – 66) 105   (7) 210   (14) 225   (15)
1 1/2, 2, 2 1/2, 175   1(79) 100  (7) 205  (14) 220  (15)
3, 4, 5, 6, 8 200   1(93) 195  (7) 195  (13) 210  (15)
(also 10" for 225   (107) 190  (6) 190  (13) 205  (14)
Class 125) 250  (121) 190  (6) 180  (12) 195  (13)
275  (135) 185  (6) 175  (12) 190  (13)
300  (149) 185  (6) 170  (12) 180  (12)
350  (177) 175  (5) 150  (10) 165  (11)
406  (208) 170  (5) 140  1(9) 150  (10)
A MSS SP-106
B ASTM B584, UNS C83800 and UNS C84400
C ASTM B62, UNS C83600 and ASTM B584, UNS C83600

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Dimensional Data
The mechanics of making both the solder joint and the brazing joint are comparatively similar. Complete instructions on proper techniques of
both of these joining methods are outlined in this catalog on pages 26-28.
CAUTION: A very important consideration in copper piping is the selection of the proper bonding medium. As a general rule, the
working temperature of the installation is a more important consideration than the working pressures. If the working tempera-
ture is not over 250°F (121°C), either 50-50%* or 95-5% solder can be used successfully. However, if the temperature exceeds
250°F (121°C), a low temperature brazing alloy should be used, with a melting temperature somewhat in excess of 1000°F (538°C).
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN INSTALLATION ERRORS.
CAUTION: According to BMS report No. 58, joints made with tin or tin-alloy solders should not be subject continuously to temperatures above
250°F (121°C).  A number of brazing alloys are available and a careful study should be made in every case to determine the proper alloy for the
particular application. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN INSTALLATION ERRORS.
*The Safe Drinking Water Act Amendment of 1986 prohibits the use in potable water systems of any solder having a lead content in excess of 0.2%.

DIMENSIONAL DATA – SOLDER JOINT FITTING ENDS


Solder Joint Fittings – Tolerances Solder Joint Fittings Solder Joint Fittings
Copper Alloy – Pressure 1, 2 Copper Alloy – Drainage 3, 4
Male End (Fitting Connector) Female End (Solder Cup)
Nominal Diameter Diameter Fitting End Length Solder Cup Length Fitting End Length Solder Cup Length
Water Tube Min. Max. Min. Max. Min. Min. Min. Min.
Size (In Inches) Inch (mm) Inch (mm) Inch (mm) Inch (mm) Inch (mm) Inch (mm) Inch (mm) Inch (mm)
1/8 0.248 (6.30) 0.251 (6.38) 0.252 (6.40) 0.256 (6.50) 0.31 (7.9) 0.25 (6.4) N/A N/A N/A N/A
1/4 0.373 (9.47) 0.376 (9.55) 0.377 (9.58) 0.381 (9.68) 0.38 (9.7) 0.31 (7.9) N/A N/A N/A N/A
3/8 0.497 (12.62) 0.501 (12.73) 0.502 (12.75) 0.506 (12.85) 0.44 (11.2) 0.38 (9.7) N/A N/A N/A N/A
1/2 0.622 (15.80) 0.626 (15.90) 0.627 (15.93) 0.631 (16.03) 0.56 (14.2) 0.50 (12.7) N/A N/A N/A N/A
5/8 0.747 (18.97) 0.751 (19.08) 0.752 (19.10) 0.756 (19.20) 0.69 (17.5) 0.62 (15.7) N/A N/A N/A N/A
3/4 0.872 (22.15) 0.876 (22.25) 0.877 (22.28) 0.881 (22.38) 0.81 (20.6) 0.75 (19.1) N/A N/A N/A N/A
1 1.122 (28.50) 1.127 (28.63) 1.128 (28.65) 1.132 (28.75) 0.97 (24.6) 0.91 (23.1) N/A N/A N/A N/A
1 1/4 1.372 (34.85) 1.377 (34.98) 1.378 (35.00) 1.382 (35.10) 1.03 (26.2) 0.97 (24.6) 0.56 (14.2) 0.50 (12.7)
1 1/2 1.621 (41.17) 1.627 (41.33) 1.628 (41.35) 1.633 (41.48) 1.16 (29.5) 1.09 (27.7) 0.62 (15.7) 0.56 (14.2)
2 2.121 (53.87) 2.127 (54.03) 2.128 (54.05) 2.133 (54.18) 1.41 (35.8) 1.34 (34.0) 0.69 (17.5) 0.62 (15.7)
2 1/2 2.621 (66.57) 2.627 (66.73) 2.628 (66.75) 2.633 (66.88) 1.53 (38.9) 1.47 (37.3) N/A N/A N/A N/A
3 3.121 (79.27) 3.127 (79.43) 3.128 (79.45) 3.133 (79.58) 1.72 (43.7) 1.66 (42.2) 0.81 (20.6) 0.75 (19.1)
3 1/2 3.621 (91.97) 3.627 (92.13) 3.628 (92.15) 3.633 (92.28) 1.97 (50.0) 1.91 (48.5) N/A N/A N/A N/A
4 4.121 (104.67) 4.127 (104.83) 4.128 (104.85) 4.133 (104.98) 2.22 (56.4) 2.16 (54.9) 1.06 (26.9) 1.00 (25.4)
5 5.121 (130.07) 5.127 (130.23) 5.128 (130.25) 5.133 (130.38) 2.72 (69.1) 2.66 (67.6) 1.31 (33.3) 1.25 (31.8)
6 6.121 (155.47) 6.127 (155.63) 6.128 (155.65) 3.133 (79.58) 3.22 (81.8) 3.09 (78.5) 1.62 (41.1) 1.50 (38.1)
8 8.119 (206.22) 8.127 (206.43) 8.128 (206.45) 8.133 (206.58) 4.09 (103.9) 3.97 (100.8) 2.12 (53.8) 2.00 (50.8)
10 10.119 (257.02) 10.127 (257.23) 10.128 (257.25) 10.133 (257.38) 4.12 (104.6) 4.00 (101.6) N/A N/A N/A N/A
12 12.119 (307.82) 12.127 (308.03) 12.128 (308.05) 12.133 (308.18) 4.62 (117.3) 4.50 (114.3) N/A N/A N/A N/A
1 As shown Standard ASME B16.18
2 As shown Standard ASME B16.22 U.S. customary units in this document are the standard; the metric units are provided for
3 As shown Standard ASME B16.23 reference only. The values stated in each system are not exact equivalents.
4 As shown Standard ASME B16.29

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DIMENSIONAL DATA – BRAZING FITTING ENDS

Male End (Fitting Connector) Diameter Female End (Brazing Cup) Diameter Fitting End Solder Cup
Length Length
Nominal Min. Max. Min. Max. Min. Min.
Water Tube
Size (In Inches) Inch (mm) Inch (mm) Inch (mm) Inch (mm) Inch (mm) Inch (mm)
1/4 0.373 (9.47) 0.376 (9.55) 0.377 (9.58) 0.381 (9.68) 0.23 (5.8) 0.17 (4.3)
3/8 0.497 (12.62) 0.501 (12.73) 0.502 (12.75) 0.506 (12.85) 0.26 (6.6) 0.20 (5.1)
1/2 0.622 (15.80) 0.626 (15.90) 0.627 (15.93) 0.631 (16.03) 0.28 (7.1) 0.22 (5.6)
5/8 0.747 (18.97) 0.751 (19.08) 0.752 (19.10) 0.756 (19.20) N/A N/A N/A N/A
3/4 0.872 (22.15) 0.876 (22.25) 0.877 (22.28) 0.881 (22.38) 0.31 (7.9) 0.25 (6.4)
1 1.122 (28.50) 1.127 (28.63) 1.128 (28.65) 1.132 (28.75) 0.34 (8.6) 0.28 (7.1)
1 1/4 1.372 (34.85) 1.377 (34.98) 1.378 (35.00) 1.382 (35.10) 0.37 (9.4) 0.31 (7.9)
1 1/2 1.621 (41.17) 1.627 (41.33) 1.628 (41.35) 1.633 (41.48) 0.40 (10.2) 0.34 (8.6)
2 2.121 (53.87) 2.127 (54.03) 2.128 (54.05) 2.133 (54.18) 0.47 (11.9) 0.40 (10.2)
2 1/2 2.621 (66.57) 2.627 (66.73) 2.628 (66.75) 2.633 (66.88) 0.53 (13.5) 0.47 (11.9)
3 3.121 (79.27) 3.127 (79.43) 3.128 (79.45) 3.133 (79.58) 0.59 (15.0) 0.53 (13.5)
3 1/2 3.621 (91.97) 3.627 (92.13) 3.628 (92.15) 3.633 (92.28) 0.65 (16.5) 0.59 (15.0)
4 4.121 (104.67) 4.127 (104.83) 4.128 (104.85) 4.133 (104.98) 0.72 (18.3) 0.64 (16.3)
5 5.121 (130.07) 5.127 (130.23) 5.128 (130.25) 5.133 (130.38) 0.81 (20.6) 0.73 (18.5)
6 6.121 (155.47) 6.127 (155.63) 6.128 (155.65) 3.133 (79.58) 0.94 (23.9) 0.83 (21.1)
8 8.119 (206.22) 8.127 (206.43) 8.128 (206.45) 8.133 (206.58) 1.28 (32.5) 1.17 (29.7)
10 10.119 (257.02) 10.127 (257.23) 10.128 (257.25) 10.133 (257.38) N/A N/A N/A N/A
12 12.119 (307.82) 12.127 (308.03) 12.128 (308.05) 12.133 (308.18) N/A N/A N/A N/A
1 In accordance with MS SP-73

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EXPANSION AND CONTRACTION

In the majority of low-pressure heating systems employing copper


tube and installed in small houses or private dwellings, provision
for expansion and contraction is relatively simple. Mains, risers,
and branches to radiators should be free or floating at one end of
the line. Holes should be large enough to permit free movement of
the tube, and care should be exercised so that pipe hangers and
supports permit unrestricted movement and do not anchor the tube.
Wrot copper tube hangers that are both practicable and neat in
appearance are available.
Unusually long runs of copper tubing should be provided with an
expansion bend or loop. By bending soft temper copper tube, a sim-
ple form of expansion loop can be made. With the addition of com-
bination flared-tube to solder joint fittings, as illustrated in Figure
1, these types of loops can be used when space or other limitations
exist. The correct proportions of such expansion loop to meet various
conditions are shown in the accompanying table.

The above chart is calculated using 10ft (3.05m) of copper tubing as


FIGURE 1 the reference point. You may use it as follows: 100ft (30.5m) of cop-
per tube, with a 200°F (93.3°C) temperature change. Reference point
a. U-Bend .2256 inches for 10ft, (5.73mm for 3.05m), multipy by 10 for 100ft
(30.5m), resulting in an answer of 2.256 inches (57.3mm) of expan-
sion or contraction.
NOTE: Calculations for expansion and contraction should be
based on the average coefficient of expansion of copper which is
0.0000094 per °F (0.00001692 per °C) between 77°F and 212°F (25°C
and 100°C). For example, the expansion for each 10ft (3.05m) of any
b. Coiled Loop size of tube heated from room temperature of 70°F (21.1°C) to 170°F
(76.7°C), that is, 100°F (55.6°C) rise, is:


Rise Coefficient
c. Offset and x x
100°F 10ft 12 inches x
0.000094 = 0.1128 in.
Return
(55.6°C) (3.05m) (1000mm) (0.00001692) (2.87mm)

RADII OF COILED EXPANSION LOOPS AND DEVELOPED LENGTHS OF EXPANSION OFFSETS


Expected Expansion

Nominal 1/2 1 1 1/2 2 2 1/2 3 3 1/2 4
Tube R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L
Size Inch (mm) Inch (mm) Inch (mm) Inch (mm) Inch (mm) Inch (mm) Inch (mm) Inch (mm) Inch (mm) Inch (mm) Inch (mm) Inch (mm) Inch (mm) Inch (mm) Inch (mm) Inch (mm)
1/4 6 (152.4) 38 (965.2) 9 (228.6) 54 (1371.6) 11 (279.4) 66 (1676.4) 12 (304.8) 77 (1955.8) 14 (355.6) 86 (2184.4) 15 (381.0) 94 (2387.6) 16 (406.4) 102 (2590.8) 17 (431.8) 109 (2768.6)
3/8 7 (177.8) 44 (1117.6) 10 (254.0) 63 (1600.2) 12 (304.8) 77 (1955.8) 14 (355.6) 89 (2260.6) 16 (406.4) 99 (2514.6) 17 (431.8) 109 (2768.6) 19 (482.6) 117 (2971.8) 20 (508.0) 126 (3200.4)
1/2 8 (203.2) 50 (1270.0) 11 (279.4) 70 (1778.0) 14 (355.6) 89 (2260.6) 16 (406.4) 99 (2514.6) 18 (457.2) 111 (2819.4) 19 (482.6) 122 (3098.8) 21 (533.4) 131 (3327.4) 22 (558.8) 140 (3556.0)
3/4 9 (228.6) 59 (1498.6) 13 (330.2) 83 (2108.2) 16 (406.4) 101 (2565.4) 19 (482.6) 117 (2971.8) 21 (533.4) 131 (3327.4) 23 (584.2) 143 (3632.2) 25 (635.0) 155 (3937.0) 26 (660.4) 166 (4216.4)
1 11 (279.4) 67 (1701.8) 15 (381.0) 94 (2387.6) 18 (457.2) 115 (2921.0) 21 (533.4) 133 (3378.2) 24 (609.6) 149 (3784.6) 26 (660.4) 163 (4140.2) 28 (711.2) 176 (4470.4) 30 (762.0) 188 (4775.2)
1 1/2 13 (330.2) 80 (2032.0) 18 (457.2) 113 (2870.2) 22 (558.8) 138 (3505.2) 25 (635.0) 160 (4064.0) 29 (736.6) 179 (4546.6) 31 (787.4) 196 (4978.4) 34 (863.6) 212 (5384.8) 36 (914.4) 226 (5740.4)
2 15 (381.0) 91 (2311.4) 21 (533.4) 129 (3276.6) 25 (635.0) 158 (4013.2) 29 (736.6) 183 (4648.2) 33 (838.2) 205 (5207.0) 36 (914.4) 224 (5689.6) 39 (990.6) 242 (6146.8) 41 (1041.4) 259 (6578.6)
2 1/2 16 (406.4) 102 (2590.8) 23 (584.2) 144 (3657.6) 28 (711.2) 176 (4470.4) 32 (812.8) 203 (5156.2) 36 (914.4) 227 (5765.8) 40 (1016.0) 249 (6324.6) 43 (1092.2) 269 (6832.6) 46 (1168.4) 288 (7315.2)
3 18 (457.2) 111 (2819.4) 25 (635.0) 157 (3987.8) 30 (762.0) 191 (4851.4) 35 (889.0) 222 (5638.8) 40 (1016.0) 248 (6299.2) 43 (1092.2) 272 (6908.8) 47 (1193.8) 293 (7442.2) 50 (1270.0) 314 (7975.6)
3 1/2 19 (482.6) 120 (3048.0) 27 (685.8) 169 (4292.6) 33 (838.2) 206 (5232.4) 38 (965.2) 239 (6070.6) 43 (1092.2) 267 (6781.8) 47 (1193.8) 293 (7442.2) 50 (1270.0) 316 (8026.4) 54 (1371.6) 338 (8585.2)
4 20 (508.0) 128 (3251.2) 29 (736.6) 180 (4572.0) 35 (889.0) 220 (5588.0) 41 (1041.4) 255 (6477.0) 45 (1143.0) 285 (7239.0) 50 (1270.0) 312 (7924.8) 54 (1371.6) 337 (8559.8) 57 (1447.8) 361 (9169.4)
5 23 (584.2) 142 (3606.8) 32 (812.8) 201 (5105.4) 39 (990.6) 245 (6223.0) 45 (1143.0) 284 (7213.6) 51 (1295.4) 318 (8077.2) 55 (1397.0) 348 (8839.2) 60 (1524.0) 376 (9550.4) 64 (1625.6) 402 (10210.8)

U.S. customary units in this document are the standard; the metric units are provided
for reference only. The values stated in each system are not exact equivalents.

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The Fine Art


of Soldering
When adjoining surfaces of copper and copper alloys meet under proper conditions of cleanliness and temperature,
solder will make a perfect adhesion. The strength of joint is equal to or even greater than the strength of tube alone.
Surface tension seals the joint. Capillary attraction draws solder into, around, and all about the joint. It’s easy to learn
to make a perfect solder joint when you use NIBCO® fittings.

WITH 95-5 SOLDER AND INTERMEDIATELY CORROSIVE FLUX

1. Cut tube end square, ream, burr and size. 2. Use sand cloth or steel wire brush to clean tube and cup to a
bright metal finish.

3. Apply solder flux to outside of tube and inside of cup 4. Apply flame to the fitting to heat tube and solder cup of fitting
of fitting carefully so that surfaces to be joined are completely until solder melts when placed at joint of tube and fitting.
covered. Use flux sparingly.

5. Remove flame and feed solder into the joint at one or 6. Remove excess solder with a small brush or wiping cloth while
two points until a ring of solder appears at the end of the fit- the solder is plastic.
ting. The correct amount of solder is approximately equal to
11/2 the diameter of the fitting… 3/4" (20mm) solder for 1/2"
fitting, etc.

NOTE: the installer is responsible for proper soldering and


installation and must follow industry best practices when
soldering components.

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The Fine Art


of Brazing
Best results will be obtained by a skilled operator employing the step-by-step brazing technique that follows:
1. The tube should be cut to desired length with a square cut, fluxes, leaving bare spots which will oxidize, resulting in voids and
preferably in a square-end sawing vise. The cutting wheel of the inclusions.
type specifically designed for cutting copper tube will also do a
satisfactory job. The tube should be the exact length needed, so that 5. Flux should be applied to the tube and solder cup sparingly and in
the tube will enter the cup of the fitting all the way to the shoulder a fairly thin consistency.
of the cup. Remove all slivers and burrs left from cutting the tube, by Avoid flux on areas not
reaming and filing, both inside and outside. cleaned. Particularly avoid
getting excess flux into the
2. To make a proper brazing joint, the clearance between the solder inside of the tube itself.
cup and the tube should be approximately 0.001" to 0.010" Flux has three principal
(0.0254mm to 0.254mm). Maintaining a good fit on parts to be functions to perform:
brazed ensures: A. It prevents the oxida-
Ease of Application — Excessively wide tolerances tend to break tion of the metal
capillary force; and, as a result the alloy will either fail to flow surfaces during the
throughout the joint or may flush out of the joint. heating operation by
Corrosion Resistance — There is also a direct relation between the excluding oxygen.
corrosion resistance of a joint and the clearance between members. B. It absorbs and dissolves residual oxides that are on the surface
Economy — If brazing alloys are to be used economically, they, and those oxides which may form during the heating operation.
of necessity, must be applied in the joint proper and in minimum C. It assists in the flow of the alloy by presenting a clean nascent
quantities, using merely enough alloy to fill the area between the surface for the melted alloy to flow over. In addition, it is an
members. excellent temperature indicator, especially if an indicating flux is
used.
3. The surfaces to be joined must be clean and free from oil, grease
and heavy oxides. The end 6. Immediately after fluxing, the parts to be brazed should be assem-
of the tube need be cleaned bled. If fluxed parts are allowed to stand, the water in
only for a distance slightly the flux will evaporate, and dried flux is liable to flake off, exposing
more than it is to enter the the metal surfaces
cup. Special wire brushes to oxidation from the
designed to clean tube ends heat. Assemble the
may be used, but they should joint by inserting the
be carefully used so that an tube into the cup,
excessive amount of metal hard against the
will not be removed from stop. The assembly
the tube. Fine sand cloth or emery cloth may also be used with the should be firmly sup-
same precautions. The cleaning should not be done with steel wool, ported so that it will
because of the likelihood of leaving small slivers of the steel or oil in remain in alignment
the joint. during the brazing
operation.
4. The cup of the fitting should be cleaned by methods similar to those
used for the tube end, and care NOTE: the installer is responsible for proper brazing and installation and must follow
should be observed in removing industry best practices when brazing components.
residues of the cleaning medium.
Attempting to braze a contaminated
or an improperly cleaned surface
will result in an unsatisfactory
joint. Brazing alloys will not flow
over or bond to oxides; and oily
or greasy surfaces tend to repel

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7. Brazing is started by applying heat to the parts to be joined. The pre- NOTE: For tubing one inch and larger, it
ferred method is by the oxyacetylene flame. Propane and other gases is difficult to bring the whole joint up to
are sometimes used on smaller sizes. A slightly reducing flame heat at one time. It frequently will be
should be used, with a slight feather on the inner blue cone; the found desirable to use a double-tip torch
outer portion of the flame, pale green. Heat the tube first, beginning to maintain the proper temperature over
at about one inch from the edge of the fitting. Sweep the flames the larger area. A mild pre-heating of the
around the tube in short strokes up and down at right angles to the whole fitting is recommended. The heating
run of the tube. It is very important that the flame be in continuous then can proceed as in steps 7, 8, 9, and
motion and should not be allowed to remain on any one point to 10. If difficulty is encountered in getting the
avoid burning through the tube. Generally, the flux may be used as a whole joint up to heat at one time, then
guide as to how long to heat the tube, continuing heating after the when the joint is nearly up to the desired
flux starts to bubble or work, and until the flux becomes quiet and temperature the alloy is concentrated in a
transparent, like clear water. The flux will pass through four stages: limited area. At the brazing temperature
A. At 212°F (100°C) the water boils off. the alloy is fed into the joint and the torch
is then moved to an adjacent area and
B. At 600°F (315.6°C) the flux becomes white and slightly puffy and the operation carried on progressively all
starts to work. around the joint.
C. At 800°F (426.7°C) it lays against the surface and has a milky
appearance. HORIZONTAL JOINTS — When
D. At 1100°F (593.3°C) it is completely clear and active and has the making horizontal joints, it is prefer-
appearance of water. able to start applying the brazing
alloy at the 5 o’clock position, then
8. Now switch the flame to the fitting at the base of the cup. Heat move around to the 7 o’clock posi-
uniformly, sweeping the flame tion and then move up the sides to
from the fitting to the tube until the top of the joint, making sure that
the flux on the fitting becomes the operations overlap.
quiet. Avoid excessive heating
of cast fittings. VERTICAL JOINTS — On vertical
joints, it is immaterial where the
9. When the flux appears liquid start is made. If the opening of the
and transparent on both the cup is pointed down, care should be taken to avoid overheating the
tube and the fitting, start tube, as this may cause the alloy to run down the tube. If this condition
sweeping the flame back and is encountered, take the heat away and allow the alloy to set. Then
forth along the axis of the joint reheat the solder cup of the fitting to draw up the alloy.
to maintain heat on the parts to be joined, especially toward the
base of the cup of the fitting. The flame must be kept moving to After the brazing alloy has set,
avoid burning the tube or the fitting. remove residual flux from the
joint area as it is corrosive and
10. Apply the brazing wire or rod at a point where the tube enters the presents an unclean appearance and
socket of the fitting. The temperature of the joint should be hot condition. Hot water or steam and
enough to melt the brazing a soft cloth should be used. Wrot
alloy. Keep the flame away from fittings may be chilled; however it
the rod or wire as it is fed into is advisable to allow cast fittings to
the joint. Keep both the fitting cool naturally to some extent before
and the tube heated by moving applying a swab. All flux must be
the flame back and forth from removed before inspection and pressure testing.
one to the other as the alloy is
drawn into the joint. When the
proper temperature is reached,
the alloy will flow readily into
the space between the tube TROUBLE SPOTS
outer wall and the fitting socket, drawn in by the natural force of If the alloy fails to flow or has a tendency to ball up, it indicates
capillary attraction. When the joint is filled, a continuous fillet of oxidation on the metal surfaces, or insufficient heat on the parts
brazing alloy will be visible completely around the joint. Stop feeding to be joined. If work starts to oxidize during heating, it indicates
as soon as the joint is filled. too little flux, or a flux of too thin consistency. If the brazing alloy
refuses to enter the joint and tends to flow over the outside of either
member of the joint, it indicates this member is overheated, or the
NOTE: the installer is responsible for proper brazing and installation and must other is underheated, or both. In both cases, operations should be
follow industry best practices when brazing components.
stopped and the joints disassembled, recleaned and fluxed.

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Frequently Asked
Questions
Q: What is the pressure rating of a given fitting? Q: Can dissimilar metals (i.e., copper and iron) be joined together with-
A: Fittings are rated per Table 1 of ASME B16.22. The system rated out use of dielectric insulators to prevent corrosion?
pressure shall be the lowest of the fitting, tube or joint. A: In most situations dissimilar metals (copper/iron/steel) can be
joined successfully without using dielectric insulators. Factors to
consider:
Q: When copper fails in a system, what is the problem? 1. The composition of the two metals.
A: MOST COMMON: 2. The rate of liquid flow past the two metals.
1. Velocity – fluid is moving too fast. Recommendation: 3. Chemicals in the water which could enhance or destroy protec-
2-3 fps (0.0508-0.0762 m/s) hot water 140°F, 5-8 fps (0.127- tive films.
0.2032 m/s) cold water. 4. The relative areas of the two metals - unless the surface area
2. Turbulence – burrs left on the cut tubing causes a tumbling of the less noble (steel) material is less that 5% of the more
effect causing localized erosion and eventual failure. noble (copper) material, the need for a dielectric separator is not
3. Aggressive Waters – tend to cause pitting or green staining of needed. (Failures due to galvanic corrosion are very unusual and
fixtures. Aggressive, hard well waters that cause pitting typi- only occur under very strict conditions.)
cally are found to have total dissolved solids including suflates 5. Local code requirements.
and chlorides, a pH in the range of 7.2 to 7.8, a high content of
carbon dioxide gas and the pressence of dissolved oxygen gas.
Soft acidic waters that cause green staining typically tend to Q: What should the installer of copper unions know and do in order to
be more corrosive. Low alkalinity, low mineralization, pH levels assure a proper leak-free installation?
lower than 8 should be avoided.
A. The following should be done:
LESS COMMON: 1. Make sure the ground-joint(mating area of union's tail and
1. Flux Corrosion – using too much flux when making thread pieces) are free of nicks and scratches.
joints can potentially leave residue and cause isolated cor- 2. Spray the ground-joint area with a food grade silicone spray or
rosion. Flux should be used sparingly and system adequately apply bees wax to enhance seating.
flushed. 3. Make sure alignment of line does not put lateral stress on the
2. Electrolysis – stray (D.C.) current; inadequate grounding for the ground-joint seal.
piping. 4. Make sure that excess solder (droplets) do not reach the
3. Sand or other solid particulates – erosion/corrosion problems ground-joint area.
can occur. Lower velocities must be maintained if solids are
present in flow media.
4. Galvanic Corrosion – destruction of a material by electrochemi-
cal interaction between the environment and the material.

Q: Copper tubing wall thickness is designated “K,” “L” or “M.” What


are the copper fittings applicable to?
A: Copper fittings wall thickness is determined by standards (ASME
B16.22 and MSS SP-104). These standards address minimum wall
thickness (per size) for the full range of copper fittings and are not
intended to match tubing wall thicknesses.

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50 years
NIBCO ® Copper Fittings Warranty
NIBCO INC. 50 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Applicable to NIBCO INC. Copper Fittings

NIBCO INC. warrants each NIBCO copper fitting to be free from defects in material and workmanship under
normal use and service for a period of fifty (50) years from the date of original installation.

In the event any defect in material or workmanship occurs which the owner believes is covered by this war-
ranty, the owner should immediately contact NIBCO Technical Services, either in writing or by telephone at
(888) 446-4226 or (574) 295-3000. The owner will be instructed to return said product, at the owner’s expense,
to NIBCO INC., or to an authorized representative for inspection. In the event said inspection discloses to the
satisfaction of NIBCO INC. that said fitting is defective in material or workmanship, it will be replaced at the
expense of NIBCO INC. Replacements shall be shipped free of charge to the owner. This warranty is limited to
the cost of repairing or replacing the product, including reasonable and customary installation.

TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, THIS WARRANTY SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDES INCIDENTAL
AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF EVERY TYPE AND DESCRIPTION RESULTING FROM ANY CLAIMED
DEFECT IN MATERIAL OR WORKMANSHIP, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PERSONAL INJURIES
AND PROPERTY DAMAGES. TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE
SPECIFICALLY EXLCLUDED.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state and country to country.

How to Order
State quantity, figure number and size for each valve or TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
fitting you wish to order. See individual catalog pages Engineers, contractors, wholesalers or manufacturers
for specific or special product designations. may obtain special or technical assistance from any
factory representative of NIBCO. Write, fax or phone.
HOW MANY TO ORDER
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convenience in handling, shipping and stock-keeping. World Headquarters
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POLICY ON RETURNS TO FACTORY USA
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To the best of our knowledge, the information contained in this publication is accurate. However, NIBCO does not assume any liability whatsoever for
the accuracy or completeness of such information. Final determinations of the suitability of any information or product for the use to be contemplated
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NIBCO® Press System ACR Products


Table of Contents

Page
Fittings
Adapters................................................................................... 33
Caps......................................................................................... 33
Couplings................................................................................. 34
Elbows.................................................................................34-36
Fitting Reducers....................................................................... 36
Flanges..................................................................................... 36
Tees.......................................................................................... 37
Unions...................................................................................... 38
Accessories.............................................................................. 38

Valves
PC585-70 Ball Valve................................................................. 39
Handle Options and Accessories............................................. 40
Bronze Ball Valve NIB-SEAL® Technical Data......................... 41

Tools
Tools................................................................................... 42-44
Approved Tool and Jaw Compatibility Matrix........................ 45

Engineering Data
Copper and Copper Alloy Fittings............................................ 46

Sample Specification
Fittings..................................................................................... 47
Valves....................................................................................... 48

Installation Instructions
Pressing Tool Safety................................................................ 49
1/2" - 2" Fittings and Valves...............................................50-51
21/2" - 4" Fitting and Valves..................................................... 52
Crimping a Press System Fittings or Valve Spacing............... 53
Testing Instructions for Leak Detection................................... 54
Miscellaneous Technical Information..................................... 55

Frequently Asked Questions...................................................... 56


NIBCO® Press System Limited Warranty................................. 57
How To Order Info........................................................................ 58

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ADAPTERS ADAPTERS (Cont.)

PC603 PC604 PC604-P


Adapter P x F – Wrot Adapter P x M – Wrot Adapter PEX x P – Wrot
APPROX. DIM. A APPROX. DIM. B APPROX. DIM. B
NOM. SIZE NET WT./LBS. INCHES NOM. SIZE NET WT./LBS. INCHES NOM. SIZE NET WT./LBS. INCHES
1/2 .103 13/ 16
1/2 .103 7/ 8 1/2 x 1/2 .055 1/ 8

1/2 x 3/8 .081 /32


21
1/2 x 3/8 .105 27/ 32 1/2 x 3/4 .108 7/ 32

1/2 x 3/4 .151 31/ 32


1/2 x 3/4 .191 11/4 3/4 x 1/2 .057 3/ 32

3/4 .158 27/ 32


3/4 .180 11/16 3/4 x 3/4 .108 5/ 32

3/4 x 1/2 .153 25/ 32


3/4 x 1/2 .189 31
/32 1x1 .148 5/ 32

1 .237 15/ 16
3/4 x 1 .268 1 3/16
1 x 1/2 .172 3/ 4

1 x 3/4 .217 13/ 16


1
1 x 3/4
.255
.253
13/32
11/32
CAPS
1 x 1 1/4 .436 13/16 1 x 1 1/4 .457 117/32
1 1/4 .372 11/16 1 1/4 .467 113/32
1 1/4 x 1 .359 11/16 1 1/4 x 1 .335 13/16
1 1/4 x 1 1/2 .425 17/32 1 1/4 x 1 1/2 .537 11/2
1 1/2 .518 11/16 1 1/2 .696 11/2
1 1/4 x 2 .276 1 1 1/2 x 1 1/4 .603 13/8
1 1/2 x 1 1/4 .515 1 1 1/2 x 2 .784 17/16
2 .672 1 2 .856 17/16 PC617
2 1/2 1.222 113/32 2 x 1 1/2 1.087 119/32
3 1.756 123/32 2 1/2 1.322 127/32 Cap P – Wrot
4 3.238 17/8 APPROX. DIM. N
3 2.104 21/8 NOM. SIZE NET WT./LBS. INCHES
4 3.298 29/32 5
1/2 .046 /32
5
3/4 .087 /32
1
1 .125 /8
3
1 1/4 .171 /32
3
1 1/2 .314 /32
3
2 .493 /32
PC603-2 2 1/2 .476 7/ 32

Extended Adapter FTG x F – Wrot 3 .713 7/ 32

APPROX. DIM. B PC604-2 4 1.491 1/ 4


NOM. SIZE NET WT./LBS. INCHES
1/2 x 3/8 0.064 1 17/32
Extended Adapter FTG x M – Wrot
APPROX. DIM. B
1/2 0.096 1 3/4 NOM. SIZE NET WT./LBS. INCHES
1/2 x 3/4 0.132 1 27/32 1/2 x 3/8 0.056 13/4
3/4 x 1/2 0.107 1 25/32 1/2 0.101 129/32
3/4 0.145 1 7/8 1/2 x 3/4 0.145 21/16
1 x 1/2 0.146 2 3/4 x 1/2 0.100 1 15/16
1 0.220 2 1/16 3/4 0.136 21/16
1 1/4 x 1/2 0.193 2 3/16 1 x 3/4 0.175 21/16
1 1/4 0.289 2 3/8 1 0.243 25/16
1 1/2 0.431 2 21/32 1 1/4 0.408 217/32
2 0.683 2 15/16 1 1/2 0.530 27/8
2 0.782 311/32
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PC601L
Extended Repair Coupling P x P
PC600-DS PC600-R APPROX. DIM. B
NOM. SIZE NET WT./LBS. INCHES
Coupling P x P – Wrot Reducing Coupling P x P – Wrot 1/2 0.1250 2 29/32
APPROX. DIM. A APPROX. DIM. A
NOM. SIZE NET WT./LBS. INCHES NOM. SIZE NET WT./LBS. INCHES 3/4 0.2200 3 9/32
1/2 .083 /
3 16 3/4 x 1/2 .121 /
1 4 1 0.3050 3 21/32
3/4 .157 /
5 32 1 x 1/2 .139 /
7 16 1 1/4 0.4090 4 1/16
1 .198 5/32 1 x 3/4 .184 /
13 32 1 1/2 0.7150 4 21/32
1 1/4 .271 5/ 32 1 1/4 x 3/4 .245 1/ 2 2 1.0230 5 1/4
1 1/2 .530 3/16 1 1/4 x 1 .231 7/ 16

2 .691 5/ 32 1 1/2 x 3/4 .382 15/ 32

2 1/2 .669 1/ 8 1 1/2 x 1 .370 13/ 32

3 .979 1/ 8 1 1/2 x 1 1/4 .399 9/ 32

4 2.134 7/ 32 2 x 3/4 .516 29/ 32

2x1 .552 11/ 16

2 x 1 1/4 .570 11/ 16

2 x 1 1/2 .662 7/ 16

2 1/2 x 1 .620 31/ 32 PC636


2 1/2 x 1 1/4 .644 1 Crossover Coupling P x P – Wrot
2 1/2 x 1 1/2 .678 23/ 32 APPROX. DIM. A
NOM. SIZE NET WT./LBS. INCHES
2 1/2 x 2 .699 11/ 32

3 x 1 1/2 .956 11/16 1/2 .222 25/32


3x2 1.032 23/ 32

PC600-RS 3 x 2 1/2 .951 1/ 2

Coupling P x P – Wrot 4x2 1.949 15/32


ELBOWS
APPROX. DIM. A 4 x 2 1/2 1.807 1
NOM. SIZE NET WT./LBS. INCHES 4x3 1.960 27/ 32

2 1/2 .688 1/ 8

3 .979 1/ 8

4 2.134 7/ 32

PC601 (No Stop) PC606


Repair Coupling P x P – Wrot 45° Elbow P x P – Wrot
APPROX. DIM. B APPROX. DIM. C DIM. D
NOM. SIZE NET WT./LBS. INCHES NOM. SIZE NET WT./LBS. INCHES INCHES
1/2 .082 13 / 4 1/2 .092 3
/8 3
/8
3/4 .157 21/4 3/4 .181 1
/2 1
/2
1 .190 21/4 1 .251 5
/8 5
/8
1 1/4 .271 215/32 1 1/4 .403 25
/32 25
/32
1 1/2 .511 3 11/32 1 1/2 .666 15
/16 15
/16
2 .691 3 5/8 2 1.063 13/16 13/16
2 1/2 .669 2 15/16 2 1/2 1.041 29
/32 29
/32
3 .979 3 5/16 3 1.536 11/8 11/8
4 1.878 4 5/16 4 3.375 111/16 111/16
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PC606-2 PC607-2 PC607-3


45° Elbow Ftg x P – Wrot 90° Elbow Ftg x P – Wrot 90° Elbow P x F - Wrot
APPROX. DIM. B DIM. C APPROX. DIM. B DIM. C APPROX. DIM. A DIM. C
NOM. SIZE NET WT/LBS. INCHES INCHES NOM. SIZE NET WT/LBS. INCHES INCHES NOM. SIZE NET WT/LBS. INCHES INCHES
1/2 .094 15/16 7/16
1/2 .110 121/32 27/32 1/2 .191 21/2 25/32

3/4 .171 113/32 17/32


3/4 .219 27/32 1 1/ 16 1/2 x 3/8 .148 27/32 25/32

1 .248 117/32 9/16


1 .319 21/2 113/32 1/2 x 3/4 .243 211/16 25/32

1 1/4 .368 13/4 11/16


1 1/4 .490 33/32 129/32 3/4 .361 33/32 11⁄16
1 1/2 .673 25/16 13/16
1 1/2 .871 315/16 27/32 3/4 x 1/2 .321 213⁄16 11⁄16
2 1.057 25/8 1 2 1.474 417/32 229/32 1 .513 315⁄32 113⁄32
2 1/2 1.050 23/16 29/ 32
2 1/2 1.356 37/32 119/32 1 1/4 .892 43⁄16 127⁄32
3 1.526 219/32 15/32 3 2.065 313/16 2 1 1/2 1.314 51⁄16 27⁄32
4 3.284 33/32 117/32 4 3.920 43/4 215/32 2 2.109 55⁄8 229⁄32

PC607-LT
PC607 90° Long Radius Elbow PC607-4
90° Elbow P x P – Wrot P x P – Wrot 90° Elbow P x M - Wrot
APPROX. DIM. C DIM. D APPROX. DIM. C DIM. D APPROX. DIM. B DIM. C
NOM. SIZE NET WT./LBS. INCHES INCHES NOM. SIZE NET WT/LBS. INCHES INCHES NOM. SIZE NET WT/LBS. INCHES INCHES
1/2 .110 23/ 32 23/ 32 2 1/2 2.066 311/16 311/16 1/2 .183 29⁄32 ⁄
25 32

3/4 .223 13/32 13/32 3 2.810 41/32 41/32 1/2 x 3/4 .245 221/32 ⁄
25 32

3/4 x 1/2 .201 11/32 15/32 4 5.696 51/4 51/4 3/4 .373 3 11/16
1 .331 17/16 17/16 3/4 x 1/2 .340 31/16 11/16
1 x 3/4 .321 15/16 17/16 1 .521 33⁄8 17⁄16
1 1/4 .528 127/32 127/32 1 1/4 .926 41⁄32 127⁄32
1 1/2 .895 27/32 27/32 1 1/2 1.433 429/32 27/32
2 1.480 215/16 215/16 2 2.205 55/8 229/32
2 1/2 1.224 15/8 15/8 B
3 1.900 2 2
4 3.935 215/32 215/32 PC607-2-LT C
90° Long Radius Elbow
Ftg x P - Wrot
APPROX. DIM. B DIM. C
NOM. SIZE NET WT/LBS. INCHES INCHES
2 1/2 2.114 57/32 311/16 PC607E-2
3 3.037 53/4 41/32 Extended Elbow P x FTG – Wrot
APPROX. DIM. B DIM. C
NOM. SIZE NET WT/LBS. INCHES INCHES
3/4 .407 61/8 29
/32

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ELBOWS (Cont.) FITTING REDUCERS FLANGES

PC600-2 PC741
PC705-D Fitting Reducer Ftg x P – Wrot Companion Flange
Vent Elbow P x P – Forged Brass APPROX. DIM. A P x Flange - Cast Bronze Flange/
NOM. SIZE NET WT/LBS. INCHES
APPROX. DIMENSIONS Wrot Outlet
NET WT. INCHES 1/2 .610 21/
32
NOM. SIZE LBS. C D E APPROX. DIMENSIONS
3/4 x 1/2 .092 17/16 NET WT. INCHES
1/2 .010 19/32 19/32 9/16
3/4 .126 31/
32
NOM. SIZE LBS. B F G W
3/4 .010 3/4 3/4 11/16
1 x 1/2 .123 17/16 1 1.428 11/4 41/4 /
1 4 31/8
1 x 3/4 .151 113/32 1 1/4 1.632 15/16 45/8 /
1 4 31/2
1 .162 11/8 1 1/2 2.186 17/16 5 5/ 16 37/8
1 1/4 x 1/2 .155 119/32 2 3.352 111/16 6 3/ 8 43/4
1 1/4 x 3/4 .175 113/32 NOTE: Maximum pressure 105 psi CWP, 90 psi at 250°F.
Use in U.S. drinking water applications is prohibited after
1 1/4 x 1 .181 17/16 January 3, 2014.
1 1/4 .215 13/16
PC605 1 1/2 x 1/2 .243 23/32
Stiffener – Wrot 1 1/2 x 3/4 .248 131/32
APPROX. 1 1/2 x 1 .251 113/16
NOM. SIZE NET WT. LBS.
1 1/2 x 1 1/4 .251 125/32
3/4 .043 1 1/2 .382 15/16 PC641
2 x 1/2 .394 21/2 Companion Flange
2 x 3/4 .405 211/32
2x1 .398 27/32
P x Flange - Wrot
APPROX. DIMENSIONS
2 X 1 1/4 .420 23/32 NET WT. INCHES
2 x 1 1/2 .507 131/32 NOM. SIZE LBS. A B C

2 .619 19/16 3/4 1.518 121/32 217/32 7/


16
2 1/2 x 1 .707 21/2 1 2.013 123/32 219/32 1/
2

PC707-3-5-LF 2 1/2 x 1 1/4 .776 29/16 1 1/4 2.623 121/32 221/32 9/


16
2 1/2 x 1 1/2 .840 213/32 1 1/2 3.342 11/2 27/8 5/
90° Drop Elbow P x F – Cast 2 4.884 115/32 211/32 5/
8
2 1/2 x 2 .839 2 8
*Lead Free 3 x 1 1/4 .882 213/16 2 1/2 6.418 3/
4 225/32 5/
8
APPROX. DIMENSIONS 3 7.409 15/ 215/16 21/
NET WT. INCHES 3 x 1 1/2 1.055 213/16 32 32
NOM. SIZE LBS. A C E 3x2 1.084 23/8 4 10.920 21/
32 33/8 23/
32
1/2 .252 17
/32 7/8 27
/32 3 x 2 1/2 .820 21/4 DIMENSIONS INCHES
NOM. SIZE D E F G
3/4 .588 23
/32 15/8 31
/32 4x2 1.832 35/8
3/4 9/
16 23/4 37/8 5/
8
4 x 2 1/2 1.837 31/32
1 5/
8 31/8 41/4 5/
8
4x3 2.013 31/32
1 1/4 11/
16 31/2 45/8 5/
8
1 1/2 25/
32 37/8 5 5/
8
2 25/
32 43/4 6 3/
4
A
2 1/2 3/
4 51/2 7 3/
4
3 13/
16 6 71/2 3/
4
4 1 7 1/2 9 3/
4
PC707-3-5-A NOTE: 4" requires (8) "G" holes equally spaced.
Hi-Ear Elbow P x F – Cast *Lead PC607-2EW Stub-Out F x S NOTE: Mates with ANSI Class 125/150 flanges.
Free NOM. SIZE
APPROX.
NET WT/LBS.
DIM. A
INCHES
WARNING: This product can expose you
to chemicals including lead, which is known
APPROX. DIM. C DIM. E 1/2 .360 35/8 to the State of California to cause cancer and
NOM. SIZE NET WT/LBS. INCHES INCHES
birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more
1/2 .192 7
/8 27
/32 3/4 .520 315/16 information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
1 .740 61/16 LEAD-FREE: Weighted average lead content ≤ 0.25%
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TEES

PC611
Tee P x P x P – Wrot
APPROX. DIMENSIONS APPROX. DIMENSIONS APPROX. DIMENSIONS
NET WT. INCHES NET WT. INCHES NET WT. INCHES
NOM. SIZE LBS. C F G NOM. SIZE LBS. C F G NOM. SIZE LBS. C F G
1/2 .176 23/32 23/32 15/32
2x1x2 1.564 113/32 25/32 113/32 3x3x2 3.145 17/8 17/8 211/16
1/2 x 1/2 x 3/4 .314 2 1/16 2 1/16 15/16 2 x 1 1/4 x 1 1/4 1.471 111/32 21/16 21/8 3 x 3 x 2 1/2 3.034 115/16 115/16 21/2
1/2 x 1/2 x 1 .491 17/32 17/32 7/8 2 x 1 1/2 x 3/4 1.542 111/32 129/32 21/4 4 7.169 213/32 213/32 217/32
3/4 .320 25/32 25/32 21/32
2 x 1 1/2 x 1 1.546 13/8 129/32 21/4 4x2x4 7.069 23/8 319/32 219/32
3/4 x 1/2 x 1/2 .281 5/8 29/32 21/32
2 x 1 1/2 x 1 1/4 1.543 13/8 129/32 25/32 4 x 2 1/2 x 4 6.984 23/8 325/32 223/32
3/4 x 1/2 x 3/4 .320 21/32 11/16 11/16 2 x 1 1/2 x 1 1/2 1.670 11/8 19/16 113/32 4x3x2 6.965 23/8 39/16 325/32
3/4 x 3/4 x 1/2 .276 21/32 21/32 21/32
2 x 1 1/2 x 2 1.787 15/32 111/16 11/2 4 x 3 x 2 1/2 6.990 23/8 39/16 329/32
3/4 x 3/4 x 1 .461 11/32 11/32 29/32 2 x 2 x 1/2 1.576 13/8 13/8 27/16 4x3x3 7.085 23/8 39/16 31/2
1 .501 7/8 7/8 29/32
2 x 2 x 3/4 1.256 3/4 3/4 11/2 4x3x4 6.993 23/8 323/32 223/32
1 x 1/2 x 3/4 .400 23/32 1 /4 27/32
1
2x2x1 1.530 29/32 29/32 111/16 4 x 4 x 1/2 4.328 111/32 111/32 311/32
1 x 1/2 x 1 .513 13/16 15/32 27/32 2 x 2 x 1 1/4 1.576 13/8 13/8 21/8 4 x 4 x 3/4 4.415 111/32 111/32 35/16
1 x 3/4 x 1/2 .440 13/16 11/16 15/32 2 x 2 x 1 1/2 1.770 11/8 11/8 11/2 4x4x1 4.414 111/32 111/32 31/8
1 x 3/4 x 3/4 .459 25/32 31/32 13/16
2 1/2 2.082 19/16 19/16 17/8 4 x 4 x 1 1/4 4.730 17/16 17/16 33/32
1 x 3/4 x 1 .578 13/16 11/16 7/8 2 1/2 x 3/4 x 2 1/2 2.294 121/32 27/8 113/16 4 x 4 x 1 1/2 7.144 211/32 211/32 331/32
1 x 1 x 1/2 .324 21/32 21/32 7/8
2 1/2 x 1 x 2 1/2 2.004 11/2 21/2 125/32 4x4x2 7.094 211/32 211/32 313/16
1 x 1 x 3/4 .388 3/4 3/4 27/32
2 1/2 x 1 1/4 x 2 1/2 2.081 121/32 217/32 113/16 4 x 4 x 2 1/2 6.925 23/8 23/8 329/32
1 x 1 x 1 1/4 .723 11/8 11/8 7/8 2 1/2 x 1 1/2 x 2 1/2 2.973 125/32 27/16 17/8 4x4x3 7.083 23/8 23/8 31/2
1 1/4 .759 1 1 15/16 2 1/2 x 2 x 3/4 2.934 113/16 131/32 215/16
1 1/4 x 1/2 x 11/4 .690 31/32 117/32 31/32
2 1/2 x 2 x 1 2.907 127/32 21/32 23/4
1 1/4 x 1 x 1/2 .674 31/32 15/32 15/8
2 1/2 x 2 x 1 1/4 2.954 111/16 2 219/32
1 1/4 x 3/4 x 1/2 .682 15/16 19/32 15/8
2 1/2 x 2 x 1 1/2 2.976 123/32 2 215/32
1 1/4 x 3/4 x 3/4 .565 3/4 17/32 11/32
2 1/2 x 2 x 2 3.046 113/16 131/32 21/4
1 1/4 x 3/4 x 1 .709 31/32 11/4 15/16
2 1/2 x 2 x 2 1/2 2.150 113/16 131/32 17/8 PC612
1 1/4 x 3/4 x 1 1/4 .698 31/32 19/32 15/16
2 1/2 x 2 1/2 x 1/2 2.117 121/32 121/32 31/4
1 1/4 x 1 x 3/4 .753 27/32 13/16 113/32
2 1/2 x 2 1/2 x 3/4 2.011 19/16 19/16 215/16
Tee P x P x F – Wrot
APPROX. DIMENSIONS
1 1/4 x 1 x 1 .725 31/32 17/32 19/32
2 1/2 x 2 1/2 x 1 2.010 111/16 111/16 23/4 NET WT. INCHES
1 1/4 x 1 1/4 x 1/2 .408 1 1 117/32 2 1/2 x 2 1/2 x 1 1/4 2.075 121/32 121/32 221/32 NOM. SIZE LBS. E F G
1 1/4 x 1 1/4 x 3/4 .589 23/32 23/32 15/16
2 1/2 x 2 1/2 x 1 1/2 2.966 127/32 127/32 21/2 1/2 .257 131/32 23/32 23/32

1 1/4 x 1 1/4 x 1 .508 7/8 7/8 31/32


2 1/2 x 2 1/2 x 2 2.957 125/32 125/32 21/4 3/4 .434 211/32 25/32 25
/32
1 1/2 1.179 15/16 15/16 13/32
3 3.122 115/16 115/16 21/32 3/4 x 3/4 x 1/4 .385 23/32 23/32 21/32
1 1/2 x 1/2 x 1 1/2 1.263 29/32 129/32 1
3 x 3/4 x 3 3.049 17/8 31/2 23/16 3/4 x 3/4 x 1/2 .258 25/32 21/32 21/32
1 1/2 x 3/4 x 3/4 1.101 29/32 113/16 13/4
3x1x3 3.043 17/8 33/16 23/16 1 x 1 x 1/2 .393 21/4 21/32 21/32
1 1/2 x 1 x 3/4 1.217 15/16 13/4 113/16
3 x 1 1/4 x 3 2.986 17/8 215/16 21/8 1 x 1 x 3/4 .516 227/32 21/32 21/32
1 1/2 x 1 x 1 1.105 13/16 111/16 119/32
3 x 1 1/2 x 3 3.811 21/32 225/32 213/32 1 1/4 x 1 1/4 x 1/2 .494 213/32 5/8 5/8
1 1/2 x 1 x 1 1/2 1.146 27/32 121/32 11/8
3x2x2 3.829 131/32 221/32 23/4 1 1/4 x 1 1/4 x 3/4 .679 25/8 11/16 11/16
1 1/2 x 1 1/4 x 3/4 1.164 31/32 15/8 17/8
3 x 2 x 2 1/2 3.761 21/32 221/32 21/2 1 1/2 x 1 1/2 x 1/2 .733 211/16 3/8 3/8
1 1/2 x 1 1/4 x 1 1.105 7/8 119/32 15/8
3x2x3 3.866 2 221/32 23/8 1 1/2 x 1 1/2 x 3/4 .885 27/8 19/32 19/32
1 1/2 x 1 1/4 x 1 1/4 1.160 15/16 19/16 119/32
3 x 2 1/2 x 2 3.081 17/8 27/16 213/16 2 x 2 x 1/2 1.699 327/32 13/8 13/8
1 1/2 x 1 1/2 x 1/2 .639 3/8 3
/8 11/8 3 x 2 1/2 x 2 1/2 3.010 113/16 215/32 21/2 2 x 2 x 3/4 1.370 33/16 3/4 3/4
1 1/2 x 1 1/2 x 3/4 .740 19/32 19/32 13/32
3 x 2 1/2 x 3 3.194 113/16 215/32 23/16 2 1/2 x 2 1/2 x 3/4 1.049 215/32 11/16 11/16
1 1/2 x 1 1/2 x 1 .785 11/16 11/16 13/16
3 x 3 x 1/2 2.945 17/8 17/8 317/32 2 1/2 x 2 1/2 x 2 1.925 37/32 19/32 19/32
1 1/2 x 1 1/2 x 1 1/4 1.262 7/8 7/8 119/32
3 x 3 x 3/4 2.941 17/8 17/8 31/2 3 x 3 x 3/4 1.435 23/4 11/16 11/16
2 1.771 1 /32 1 /32 113/32
13 13
3x3x1 2.987 17/8 17/8 35/16 3x3x2 2.097 315/32 21/32 21/32
2 x 1/2 x 2 1.663 113/32 21/2 17/16 3 x 3 x 1 1/4 2.957 17/8 17/8 215/16 4 x 4 x 3/4 2.786 31/4 11/16 11/16
2x1x1 1.764 113/32 21/4 27/32 3 x 3 x 1 1/2 3.056 17/8 17/8 213/16 4x4x2 3.675 4 19/32 19/32
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UNIONS UNIONS (Cont.) ACCESSORIES (Cont.)

PC633
Union P x P – Wrot PC634 EPDM Seal (leak detection
APPROX. DIM. A Tailpiece P x F BSP for PC-FP600A-LF ONLY)
NOM. SIZE NET WT./LBS. INCHES
APPROX. DIM. A PART
1/2 .383 15/16 NOM. SIZE NET WT./LBS. INCHES SIZE No.
3/4 .527 19/32 1/2 X 1 0.1840 /
15 32
1/2 T048370 PP PC-FP600A-LF
1 .804 111/32 3/4 X 1 0.2230 /
15 32
3/4 T048372 PP PC-FP600A-LF
1 1/4 1.107 119/32 1X1 0.2320 21/32
1 T048374 PP PC-FP600A-LF
1 1/2 1.703 121/32 1 X 1 1/4 0.3530 3/8
1 1/4 T048376 PP PC-FP600A-LF
2 2.368 127/32 1 1/2 T048378 PP PC-FP600A-LF
2 T048380 PP PC-FP600A-LF
ACCESSORIES

PC633-3 Press Installation Gauge


Union P x F – Wrot SIZE
PART
No.
APPROX. DIM. A
1 1/2 - 2 K700001PC
NOM. SIZE NET WT./LBS. INCHES
EPDM Seal (leak detection)
1/2 .374 1/7 16
PART WARNING: This product can expose you
3/4 .527 1 /
17 32 SIZE No. to chemicals including lead, which is known
1 .841 15/8 to the State of California to cause cancer and
1/2 T048352 PP Leak Detect birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more
1 1/4 1.178 115/16 3/4 T048354 PP Leak Detect information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
1 1/2 1.610 129/32 1 T048356 PP Leak Detect LEAD-FREE: Weighted average lead content ≤ 0.25%
2 2.445 25/32 1 1/4 T048358 PP Leak Detect
1 1/2 T048360 PP Leak Detect
2 T048362 PP Leak Detect
NOTE: Do NOT use with PC-FP600A-LF

PC633-4
Union P x M – Wrot
APPROX. DIM. A
Large Diameter EPDM Seal
NOM. SIZE NET WT./LBS. INCHES (leak detection)
1/2 .386 113/16 PART
SIZE No.
3/4 .567 129/32
1 .842 25/32 2 1/2 T048364 PP Leak Detect
1 1/4 1.316 23/8 3 T048366 PP Leak Detect
1 1/2 1.756 213/32 4 T048368 PP Leak Detect
2 2.789 23/4

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NIBCO® Press System Bronze Ball Valves Dezincification


Resistant
Two-piece Body • Full Port • Bronze Trim • Blowout-Proof Stem

250 PSI/17.2 bar non-shock cold working pressure


250°F maximum operating temperature

CONFORMS TO MSS SP-110


MATERIAL LIST
PART SPECIFICATION
1. Body Bronze ASTM B584 Alloy C84400
2. Body End Bronze ASTM B584 Alloy C84400
3. Press End Adapter (2) Wrot Copper ASTM B75 Alloy C12200
4. Ball Brass ASTM B16 Alloy C36000
or ASTM B283 Alloy C37700 (Chrome/Nickel Plated)
5. Seat Ring (2) Reinforced PTFE
PC-585-70
6. Boss seal o-ring (2) EPDM
Press x Press
7. O-Ring (2) EPDM
Female End
8. Packing PTFE
9. Pack Gland Brass ASTM B16 Alloy C36000
10. Stem Silicon Bronze ASTM B371 Alloy C69430
or ASTM B371 Alloy C69430
11. Handle Nut Zinc Plated Steel
12. Thrust Washer Reinforced PTFE
13. Handle Assembly Zinc Plated Steel with Plastisol Coating

DIMENSIONS—WEIGHTS
Dimensions
SIZE A B C D E Weight
In. mm. In. mm. In. mm. In. mm. In. mm. In. mm. Lbs. Kg.
1/2” 13 2.76 70 1.90 48 6.00 152 .50 13 4.15 105 .80 .36
3/4” 19 3.28 83 2.28 58 7.29 185 .75 19 5.05 128 1.56 .71
1” 25 3.59 91 2.41 61 7.34 186 1.00 25 5.36 136 2.13 1.00
11/4” 32 4.62 117 3.05 77 10.04 255 1.25 32 6.64 169 3.73 1.69
11/2” 38 5.23 133 3.30 84 10.72 272 1.50 38 8.00 203 5.53 2.51
2” 50 5.63 143 3.51 89 11.05 281 2.00 50 8.65 220 7.95 3.61

NIBCO® Press System ball valves are designed to meet MSS SP-110 with the exception
of the end connection. Ball valves are down-rated from 600 PSI CWP to 250 PSI CWP to
match the Press System. Male and female press-to-connect ends are new technology not
yet covered in the current edition of this specification.

PC585-70
PxP

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NIBCO® Press System Ball Valve Handle Options

A wide variety of handles are available to fulfill safety and operation requirements in various processing and manufacturing
industries. The lever handle with plastic cover is standard. Other handle options are shown. Stainless steel lever handles are
available, as an option, also with plastic covers. If an optional handle is desired, please indicate which one when ordering.
Many of these options are field assembly only.

CS Extended Lever Handle


CS Standard Lever Handle with Memory Stop NIB-SEAL® Handle

CS Locking Lever Handle CS Round Handle Vertical Chain Lever

SS Standard Lever Handle CS Extended Round Handle Horizontal Chain Lever

SS Locking Lever Handle CS Wing Handle Memory Stop Kit

CS Extended Lever Handle

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NIB-SEAL® Technical Data

NIBCO bronze ball valves installed with NIB-SEAL insulated handles are the only approach that keeps
your insulated piping system completely intact.
The revolutionary NIB-SEAL bronze ball valve stops condensate cold. Its unique thermal barrier design keeps moisture
from infiltrating your insulated system while preventing thermal energy loss through exposed metal handles.

Designed for new installations or retrofitting existing systems, NIB-SEAL bronze ball valves offer a wide range of
advantages for typical commercial HVAC systems as well as industrial applications where insulated piping is desirable.

• Protective sleeve provides a stationary surface to affix the insulation, allowing operation and maintenance of the
valve without destroying the integrity of the insulated system.
• High-strength cylindrical handle design features easy access to standard adjustable memory stop for system
balancing. The valve packing is also readily accessible for routine maintenance.
• Cap and insulating plug provide a vapor seal to prevent exchange of air to maximize the efficiency of your insulated
piping system.
• Position indicators allow at-a-glance determination of whether valve is in open or closed position.
• Pre-formed hole allows for convenient tagging.

Cap keeps moisture-laden air out to


reduce chance of condensate formation

Insulation plug provides vapor seal,


keeping air from infiltrating the insulated
system

Handle nut

Indicator gives at-a-glance valve position

Memory stop plate and screws for system


balancing

Pre-formed hole for identification tag

Extension handle of durable non-thermal


conductive material prevents formation of
condensation

Protective sleeve allows operation of valve


handle and maintenance of valve packing
while maintaining integrity of piping
insulation
Temperature range: 15° F to 250° F
NIBCO® Press System bronze ball valve
is an integral part of the NIB-SEAL® valve
system

US PATENT 5,236,006

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NIBCO® Press System Tools


PC-280
1/2" through 4"

MATERIAL LIST
PC-10S thru PC-15S PC-280
Standard Pressing Jaw Pressing Tool
MODEL
NO. DESCRIPTION LBS.
PC-280 Pressing Tool with 2 - 18V, 3.0 Ah Lithium-ion
batteries, 110V battery charger & case 25.40

PC-10S 1/2" Standard Pressing Jaw (for PC-100 or PC-280) 4.14
PC-11S 3/4" Standard Pressing Jaw (for PC-100 or PC-280) 4.18
PC-12S 1" Standard Pressing Jaw (for PC-100 or PC-280) 4.52
PC-13S 1 1/4" Standard Pressing Jaw (for PC-100 or PC-280) 4.30
PC-14S 1 1/2" Standard Pressing Jaw (for PC-100 or PC-280) 9.61
PC-15S 2" Standard Pressing Jaw (for PC-100 or PC-280) 9.26 PC-2 thru PC-4 PC-5
Pressing Chain Pressing Chain Adapter
PC-16S 1/2"-1 1/4" (4 jaws) Standard Press Jaw Kit Jaw
w/Case (for PC-100 or PC-280) 25.25
PC-17S 1 1/2"-2" (2 jaws) Standard Press Jaw Kit
w/Case (for PC-100 or PC-280) 23.76

PC-2 2 1/2" Pressing Chain w/Case (for PC-100 or PC-280) 18.58
PC-3 3" Pressing Chain w/Case (for PC-100 or PC-280) 19.40
PC-4 4" Pressing Chain w/Case (for PC-100 or PC-280) 23.81
PC-234 2 1/2", 3" & 4" Pressing Chain Kit (for PC-100 or PC-280) 44.42
PC-7L PC-8L
PC-5 PC-5 Pressing Chain Adapter Jaw 18V, 3.0 Ah 110V Battery Charger
(note: must be used with 2 1/2", 3" & 4" chains) 7.01 Lithium-ion Battery

PC-7L 18V, 3.0Ah Lithium-ion Battery (for PC-280 or PC-20M) 1.30
PC-8L 110V Battery Charger (for PC-4ML or PC-7L) 2.20
PC-9L AC Adapter (for PC-280 or PC-20M) 1.70

PC-280C Plastic Replacement Case for PC-280 Tool 7.50


PC-2C Metal Replacement Case for PC-2 or PC-3 Chain 8.10
PC-4C Metal Replacement Case for PC-4 Chain 8.10
PC-234C Plastic Replacement Case for PC-234 Chain Kit 7.72
PC-16SC Metal Replacement Case for PC-16S (1/2" - 1 1/4" Jaws) 8.10 PC-51 PC-9L
PC-17SC Metal Replacement Case for PC-17S (1 1/2" - 2" Jaws) 4.40 1/2" - 2" Deburring Tool AC Adapter
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PC-20M
1/2" through 1"
MATERIAL LIST
MODEL
NO. DESCRIPTION LBS.
PC-20M Mini Pressing Tool, 2 - 18V, 1.3 Ah Lithium-ion Batteries,
110V charger & case (NO jaws) 11.00
PC-200M Mini Pressing Tool, 3 Jaws, 2 - 18V, 1.3 Ah Lithium-ion PC-20M
Batteries, 110V Charger & Case 18.00 Mini Pressing Tool

PC-1M 1/2" Jaw (for Mini Pressing Tool - PC-10M or PC-20M) 2.09
PC-2M 3/4" Jaw (for Mini Pressing Tool - PC-10M or PC-20M) 2.05
PC-3M 1" Jaw (for Mini Pressing Tool - PC-10M or PC-20M) 2.07

PC-4ML 18V, 1.3Ah Lithium-ion Battery (for PC-20M) 0.80
PC-7L 18V, 3.0Ah Lithium-ion Battery (for PC-280 or PC-20M) 1.30
PC-8L 110V Battery Charger (for PC-4ML and PC-7L) 2.20
PC-9L AC Adapter (for PC-280 or PC-20M) 1.70

PC-20MC Plastic Replacement Case for PC-10M & PC-20M) 4.00


PC-50 1/2" - 1" Deburring Tool 0.42

PC-200M
Mini Pressing Tool with
1/2", 3/4" and 1" Jaws

PC-1M, 2M, 3M PC-4ML PC-8L PC-50


Mini Pressing Jaw 18V, 1.3 Ah 110V Battery Charger 1/2" - 1" Deburring Tool
Lithium-ion Battery

PC-7L PC-9L
18V, 3.0 Ah AC Adapter
Lithium-ion Battery
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PC-280 & PC-20M FEATURES
PC-100 and PC-10M Accessories
TOOLS MATERIAL LIST
MODEL
Light Weight
PC-20M Mini: 3.7 lbs. (without jaw) NO. DESCRIPTION LBS.
PC-280: 9.4 lbs. (without jaw) PC-7 12V, NiMH Battery - 3.0Ah for PC-100 1.57
PC-8 120V Standard Battery Charger for PC-6 or PC-7 1.10
Easy to Handle / Simple Design
Jaws rotate 350°
No calibration necessary PC-4M 1.3 Ah NiCd 9.6V Battery for Mini Pressing Tool 0.85
No complicated switches or controls PC-5M 120V Charger for Mini Pressing Tool 1.13
Mini: ergonomic compact design is easy to use

in tight spaces
PC-100C Metal Case for PC-100 Tool 14.30
Interruptible Crimp Cycle
Safety feature prevents injuries
Can begin crimp, stop to align and level fitting / tube,
and complete crimp

Battery
Can be changed during crimp cycle
Lithium-ion has short charging cycle and larger
capacity
• PC-4ML: 15 minute recharge time
• PC-7L: 22 minute recharge time

AC Power Adapter
Converts the tool to electric power
Allows continuous use
PC-4M PC-7
Service Light 9.6V, 1.3 Ah 12V, 3.0 Ah
Illuminates at 10,000 cycles
Tool will not stop operating when light illuminates NiMH Battery NiMH Battery
• RED indicates battery charge status, service
intervals, tool functions & faults
• WHITE illuminates the work area

Hydraulic Pressure Check (HPC)


An audible warning signal sounds if adequate work-
ing pressure is not achieved

PRESSING CHAINS (2 1/2" to 4" ONLY)


Uniform Crimp PC-8
Maintains proper pipe alignment 120V Battery Charger
Easy to Install and Remove
Once secured to fitting, chain cannot fall off
prior to crimp
Chain easily removed post crimp

Crimp Identification
Easy to identify crimp has been made from a distance

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Approved Tool and Jaw Compatibility Matrix
Pressing tool, jaw and chain sets are an integral part of ensuring a reliable, permanent connection between NIBCO Press System fittings,
valves and copper piping. Only use pressing tools, jaws and chain sets that have been tested and approved for use with NIBCO
Press System fittings and valves.

Compact Kit (C1 Actuator & Press Rings)


Pressing Jaws (PC-1M, PC-2M, PC-3M)

1/2” - 1-1/4” RIDGID® ProPress® V1 Kit

1/2” 2” REMS Standard Pressing Jaws


The following table details

1/2” - 2” RIDGID® ProPress® Standard


Rothenberger Compact Pressing Jaws
1/2” - 1” RIDGID® ProPress® Compact

11S, PC-12S, PC-13S,PC-14S, PC-15S)


Standard Pressing Jaws (PC-10S, PC-
1/2” - 1” NIBCO® Press System Mini

1/2” - 1-1/4” RIDGID® ProPress® C1

2 1/2” - 4” NIBCO® Pressing Chains


1/2” - 2” Rothenberger Standard

Stanley® VIRAX® Pressing Jaws


1/2” - 2” NIBCO® Press System
Stanley® VIRAX® Press Inserts
compatibility of approved

1/2" - 2" Milwaukee® M18™


(V1 Actuator & Press Rings)

1/2" - 2" DEWALT DCE200


1/2" - 1 1/4" Milwaukee® M12™
pressing tools, chains and

(PC-2, PC-3, PC-4)


Pressing Jaws

Pressing Jaws

Pressing Jaws

Pressing Jaws

Pressing Jaws

Pressing Jaws
jaws with the NIBCO Press
System fittings and valves:

SIZE 1/2” - 1” 1/2” - 2” 21/2” - 4”


NIBCO PC-280
®
— — — — — — YES YES YES YES YES YES — — YES
NIBCO® PC-100 — — — — — — YES YES YES YES YES YES — — YES
RIDGID 320-E®
— — — — — — YES YES YES — — — — — —
RIDGID RP 330-B
®
— — — — — — YES YES YES — — — — — —
RIDGID® CT400 — — — — — — YES YES YES — — — — — —
RIDGID RP 330-C
®
— — — — — — YES YES YES — — — — — —
RIDGID® RP 340 — — — — — — — YES — — — — — — —
PRESSING TOOLS

Rothenberger ROMAX Pressliner


®
— — — — — — — — — YES — — — — —
Rothenberger ROMAX AC ECO ®
— — — — — — — — — YES — — — — —
REMS Akku-Press — — — — — — — — — — YES — — — —
REMS Power-Press — — — — — — — — — — YES — — — —
Stanley® VIRAX® P20+ — — — — — — — — — — — YES — — —
DEWALT DCE200 — — — — — — YES — — — — — — YES —
NIBCO PC-20M Mini
®
YES — — YES — — — — — — — — — — —
NIBCO® PC-10M Mini YES — — YES — — — — — — — — — — —
RIDGID 100-B Compact
®
— YES YES — — — — — — — — — — — —
RIDGID® RP 210-B Compact — YES YES — — — — — — — — — — — —
RIGID RP 200-B
®
— YES YES — — — — — — — — — — — —
Rothenberger Compact YES — — YES — — — — — — — — — — —
Stanley® VIRAX® M20+ Compact — — — — YES — — — — — — — — — —
Milwaukee M12™ Force Logic™
®
— — — — — YES — — — — — — — — —
Milwaukee® M18™ Force Logic™ — — — — — — — — — — — — YES — —

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NIBCO recommends minor tool service performed once per year and major service every three years. CAUTION:
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NIBCO press fittings and valves
RIDGID® is a registered trademark of RIDGID, Inc.
(2½”, 3”, 4” ends) to be installed ONLY
ProPress® is a registered trademark of Viega GmbH & Co
with NIBCO pressing tools & chains.
ROMAX® is a regis–tered trademark of ROTHENBERGER
VIRAX® is a registered trademark of Stanley Works
Milwaukee® is a registered trademark of Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation
FORCE LOGICTM is a registered trademark of Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation
DEWALT® is a registered trademark of The Black & Decker Corporation
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NIBCO® Press System — Engineering Data


Copper and Copper Alloy Fittings
Standards Performance
O-ring seal joints are not new to the piping industry, but joining techniques The following performance tests were conducted per ASME B16.51. The fitting
like the NIBCO Press System are providing new alternatives for copper piping dimensions, materials of construction and performance tests were witnessed
assembly. NIBCO has relied on its century of experience in copper and brass and verified by internationally recognized NSF. A letter of verification is avail-
piping products to design the best performing and most dependable line of able upon request:
fittings possible. 1. Dimensional Verification
Applications a. Inside diameter of press cup and waterway
b. Outside diameter of press cup and waterway
The NIBCO Press System fittings are designed to join with ASTM B88 seamless c. Wall thickness
copper water tube and 1/2", 3/4" and 1" soft copper tube in residential and d. Threaded ends conformance to ASME B1.20.1
commercial potable, hot, chilled and process water applications for plumbing 2. Hydrostatic Minimum Burst Strength Pressure
and HVAC systems. Copper and copper alloy materials and EPDM elastomeric
a. Fitting samples hydrostatically tested to a minimum of 600 PSI
seals have a long history of compatibility with common chemicals used in these (three times the rated internal working pressure) at 73°F.
systems. A chemical resistance chart should always be referenced when other
3. Unrestrained Hydrostatic Pressure Test at 68°F (20°C) and 200°F (93°C)
fluids are to be introduced.
a. Fitting assemblies were filled with water and pressurized to 600
NOTE: FLUIDS CONTAINING HYDROCARBON-BASED OILS ARE NOT PSIG at 68° and 200°F for 48 hours.
COMPATIBLE WITH THE EPDM SEAL. 4. Static Torque
a. Fittings were filled with water, had a minimum torque applied and
Pressure/Temperature Limitations released. Each fitting was then pressurized to 400 PSIG for
-20°F to 250°F up to 200 PSIG, non-shock working pressure except where 48 hours.
otherwise noted. 5. Bending Test
a. A sample fitting was installed between two equal lengths of hard-
Materials: drawn copper tubing supported six (6) feet apart. A concentrated
• wrot copper load was applied to the center of the fitting. The 1/2" thru 2"
assemblies were subjected to 600 PSIG water pressure and 2-1/2"
◆ ASTM B75 Alloy C12200 thru 4" were subjected to 400 PSI water pressure for one (1)
• cast copper alloy hour at 68°F (20°C) .
6. Vacuum Pressure Test
◆ ASTM B584-12a Alloy C87600 and C84400
a. Fittings were subjected to a vacuum pressure of 24.5 inches of
• elastomeric seals mercury for one (1) hour at 68°F (20°C).
◆ EPDM O-rings compliant with IAPMO PS-117 and ASME B16.51 7. Cyclic Pressure Test
Flow area consistent a. Fittings were subjected to a hydraulic shock pressure of 400 PSIG
with ASME B16.22 for 10,000 cycles.
8. Vibration Test
a. Fitting assemblies were subjected to a hydrostatic cyclic vibration
test at 400 PSIG and 2-1/2" thru 4" were subjected to 400 PSI water
NIBCO Press fittings
pressure for 1,000,000 cycles. After cycling, the 1/2" thru 2"
meet all performance
assemblies were pressurized to 600 PSIG for 30 minutes and
requirements of
2-1/2" thru 4" were pressurized to 400 PSI for 48 hours.
ASME B16.51
9. Thermocycling Test
a. Test assemblies were constructed using type L copper tube and
press connect fittings. The test assemblies were subjected to
flowing water at 145 psi cycled between 68°F (20°C) and 200°F
(93°C) for a period of 15 minutes at each temperature for nominal
size 2" and smaller. Nominal size 2 1/2" and larger were pressurized
with air and immersed in water at 68°F (20°C) and 200°F (93°C).
Cycling continued for 5,000 cycles for sizes 2" and smaller and 2,500
NOTE: freezing weather precaution — subsequent to testing a piping cycles for 2 1/2" and larger size fittings.
system, valve should be in an open position to allow complete drainage. 10. Dynamic Torque at 68°F (20°C) and 200°F (93°C)
a. Fittings were assembled between two lengths of hard-drawn
copper tubing. With one tube fixed, the other tube twisted ±5° for
10,000 cycles at 68°F (20°C) or 200°F (93°C). Each assembly was
then subjected to 400 PSIG water pressure at 68°F (20°C) or 200°F
(93°C) for 1 hour.
Tests were performed with K and M hard drawn tubing. The
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NIBCO® Press System — Sample Specification

FITTINGS
2" and Smaller:
Fittings shall comply with NSF 61, CSA, UPC and be approved by the local jurisdiction. The NIBCO Press System may be used at the contractor’s option for the
following building services piping - 20°F to +250°F up to 200 PSI:
• Hot and cold domestic water
• Potable water
• Condenser and chilled water service
• Hot water heating service

Wrot copper Press fittings shall be made from commercially pure copper mill products per ASTM B75 alloy C12200. Cast copper alloy press fittings shall be
made from materials with a minimum of 78% copper and a maximum of 15% zinc. The Press fittings connections shall be compatible with seamless K, L or
M copper tube made to ASTM B88 and 1/2", 3/4" and 1" soft copper tube. Fittings shall have a maximum non-shock working pressure of 200 PSI between the
temperatures of -20°F and +250°F. Elastomeric seals shall be made of EPDM material, and the fittings shall be manufactured with an inboard bead design. All
fittings shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s installation instructions and according to local plumbing and mechanical codes. The Press-to-
Connect joint shall be made with pressing tools and jaw sets recommended and authorized by NIBCO.

21/2" through 4":


Fittings shall comply with NSF 61, CSA, UPC and be approved by the local jurisdiction. The NIBCO Press System may be used at the contractor’s option for the
following building services piping - 20°F to +250°F up to 200 PSI:
• Hot and cold domestic water
• Potable water
• Condenser and chilled water service
• Hot water heating service

Wrot copper Press fittings shall be made from commercially pure copper mill products per ASTM B75 alloy C12200. Cast copper alloy Press fittings shall be
made from materials with a minimum of 78% copper and a maximum of 15% zinc. The Press fittings connections shall be compatible with seamless K, L or
M copper tube made to ASTM B88. Fittings shall have a maximum non-shock working pressure of 200 PSI between the temperatures of -20°F and +250°F.
Elastomeric seals shall be made of EPDM material, and the fittings shall be manufactured with an inboard bead design. All fittings shall be installed in
accordance with the manufacturer’s installation instructions and according to local plumbing and mechanical codes. The Press-to-Connect joint shall be made
with pressing tools and jaw sets recommended and authorized by NIBCO.

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VALVES
2" and Smaller Ball Valves: (on/off, isolation or throttling) 2" and Smaller Check Valves: (back flow prevention)
Ball valves with male or female Press-to-Connect ends shall be rated Check valves (Y-pattern, swing type or in-line) with male or female Press-
at 200 PSI CWP to +250°F maximum. Valves shall be manufactured to-Connect ends shall be rated at 200 PSI CWP to +250°F maximum. Valves
in accordance with MSS SP-110 and constructed of dezincification shall be manufactured in accordance with MSS SP-80. Body and cap to be
resistant cast bronze bodies. No brass containing more than 15% zinc manufactured of dezincification resistant cast bronze (ASTM B62 or ASTM
shall be approved. Valve shall have reinforced PTFE seats, blow-out B584 alloy C84400). Valves to have PTFE seat disc.
proof stem, full port ball, chrome/nickel plated ball or 316 SS ball for
aggressive water conditions. Where piping is to be insulated, ball valves Acceptable Valves:
shall be equipped with 2” extended handles of non-thermal conductive NIBCO® PF413-Y or PS413-Y - Y Pattern, Swing Type Check Valve
material. Handle to have extended sleeve incorporating an insulation plug to NIBCO® PF480-Y or PS480-Y - In-line spring loaded Silent Check Valve
provide a vapor barrier and allow valve operation without disturbing the
insulation, and a memory stop, which can be set after installation. Drain Valves
Acceptable Valves: (non-insulated lines): At all low points in water piping to be drained or vented, provide 1/2” or 3/4"
NIBCO® PC585-70, PF585-70 or PS585-70 ball valves with male or female Press-to-Connect ends by hose-end drain
(chrome/nickel plated ball) valves. Valves shall be rated by 200 PSI CWP to +250°F maximum. Valves
NIBCO® PC585-70-66, PF585-70-66, PS585-70-66 or PCM585-60 shall be manufactured in accordance with MSS SP-110. Valves to be con-
(316 SS ball) structed of dezincification resistant cast bronze bodies. Valve shall have rein-
Acceptable Valves: (insulated lines): forced PTFE seats, blow-out proof stem, and be full port. All valves shall be
NIBCO® PC585-70-NS, PF585-70-NS or PS585-70-NS provided with 3/4” hose connection with cap and chain.
(chrome/nickel plated ball) Acceptable Valves:
NIBCO® PC585-70-66-NS, PF585-70-66-NS or PCM585-60-NS NIBCO® PS585-70-HC or PF585-70-HC
(316 SS ball)
(Note to Specifier: Include press gate valves in addition/in lieu of press ball valves
for ON/OFF and isolation services if requested or required.) 2 1/2" thru 4" Butterfly Valves: (on/off, isolation or throttling)
Butterfly valves with female Press-to-Connect ends shall be rated at 200
2" and Smaller Gate Valves: (on/off and isolation) PSI CWP to +250°F maximum. Valves shall be manufactured in accor-
dance with MSS SP-67 and constructed of a ductile-iron body, for bubble-
Gate valves with male or female Press-to-Connect ends shall be rated to 200
tight shutoff, extended-neck for insulation, disc and lining suitable for
PSI CWP at +250°F maximum. Valves shall be manufactured in accordance
potable water, valves shall be suitable for bi-directional dead end service
with MSS SP-80. Valve body, bonnet and wedge to be manufactured of
at full rated pressure, one-piece Type 416 stainless-steel stem, copper
dezincification resistant cast bronze (ASTM B62). Stems shall be of silicon
bushing, fasteners and pins shall not be used to attach stem to disc,
bronze (ASTM B371) or low zinc alloy (ASTM B99). Non-asbestos packing
no pins or fasteners in waterway, aluminum-bronze disc, and molded-in
and malleable or ductile iron hand-wheel shall be standard.
EPDM seat (liner).
Acceptable Valves:
NIBCO® PF111 or PS111 - Rising Stem Gate Valve Acceptable Valves:
NIBCO® PF113 or PS113 - Non-Rising Stem Gate Valve NIBCO® PFD2000 Series

2" and Smaller Globe and Angle Valves: (throttling service)


Globe and angle valves with male or female Press-to-Connect ends
shall be rated to 200 PSI CWP at +250°F maximum. Valves shall be
manufactured in accordance with MSS SP-80. Valve body, bonnet and
wedge to be manufactured of dezincification resistant cast bronze (ASTM
B 62). Stems shall be of silicon bronze (ASTM B 371) or low zinc alloy
(ASTM B 99). Non-asbestos packing and malleable or ductile iron hand-
wheel shall be standard.
Acceptable Valves:
NIBCO® PF211-Y or PS211-Y - Globe Valve
NIBCO® PF311-Y or PS311-Y - Angle Valve

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NIBCO Press System Pressing Tool Safety
The NIBCO Press System, when used with tested and authorized pressing • Only use authorized pressing tools and jaws with NIBCO Press System
tools and jaws, is designed to mechanically crimp fittings and valves onto fittings and valves. Other uses or modification of the jaws for other
copper tubing to create a watertight, permanent seal. When the switch on applications may damage the press tool, damage the jaws and/or cause
the pressing tool is depressed a small hydraulic pump generates thousands personal injury.
of pounds of crimping force to install the specially designed fittings and • Keep fingers and hands away from jaws during pressing cycle. Your
valves. fingers or hands can be crushed, fractured or amputated if they become
System Components caught between the jaw tips or between the jaw and any other object.
• Always wear safety glasses while using pressing tools and jaws.
Fittings and Valves
• Never attempt to repair a damaged jaw set. A jaw that has been
NIBCO Press System copper or bronze fittings and valves modified in any manner can fail during crimping resulting in serious injury.
Tubing Discard the entire damaged jaw set. Replace with a new jaw set.
ASTM B88 seamless hard drawn copper water tube: types K, L and M as well WARNING: Please read these installation instructions and the
as 1/2", 3/4" and 1" soft copper tube. manufacturer's pressing tool and jaw operators manual(s) carefully
prior to installation of the NIBCO Press System. Failure to understand
Pressing Tools, Chains and Jaws and follow the contents of this manual may result in extensive property
The pressing tool, chain and jaw are important parts of ensuring a reliable, damage, severe personal injury or death.
permanent connection between NIBCO Press System fittings and valves and
Please contact NIBCO Technical Services at 888.446.4226 if you have
the copper water tube.
installation questions.
CAUTION — Use only pressing tools and jaw sets that have been tested
and authorized for use with NIBCO Press System fittings and valves (1). Use
of unauthorized pressing tools and/or jaws may result in an improper seal
that could cause extensive property damage.
(1) See approved tool and jaw compatibility matrix in this catalog.

Chemical Compatibility
Please consult the most current edition of the NIBCO Chem-Guide for recommendations regarding chemical compatibility of material exposure to specific media
and media-treatment additives. The NIBCO Chem-Guide is a general guide on the topic of chemical compatibility and is by no means an exhaustive resource on
the subject. Ultimately, proper material selection is the responsibility of the installer and/or end-user, taking into account all aspects of a system’s design and
intended use.

Galvanic Potential in Piping Systems


Galvanic corrosion or dissimilar metal corrosion is an electrochemical process that is created through the electrical interaction of two different metals under
the influence of a conductive media (i.e. an electrolyte). An electrolytic cell, much like a battery, is generated by these dissimilar metals using water as the
electrolyte. The electrical charge, developed within the electrolytic cell, drives a preferential attack on the more electrically active metal with the water acting as
the recipient of the discarded metal ions. Such galvanic attack is often encountered in service where iron or steel components are installed, and later corrode, in
a largely copper piping system. Please consult NIBCO Technical Bulletin NTB-0714-01 Dielectric Products Relative to Electrolysis and Galvanic Corrosion.

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Installation Instructions for 1/2" - 2"
Press Fittings and Valves
WARNING: To prevent serious injury, inspect the pressing tool, battery
charger (if applicable) and jaw sets according to the procedure outlined in the
pressing tool instruction manual prior to beginning installation.
Failure to clean jaws can result in an improper connection that can lead to
extensive property damage.
Figure 3 — Marking for Insertion Depth
Preparing the Copper Tube
1. Select clean, undamaged copper tube and cut to desired length. Cut tube 2. Mark the tube with a permanent marker to indicate the proper tube
end square using a tube cutter or fine-toothed saw. Do not crimp over insertion depth (Figure 3).
damaged, scratched, gouged, or otherwise damaged tubing ends. Do not 3. Refer to the minimum insertion depth table for correct depths
crimp over etch print streams on tubing. (Figure 1).
4. Insert the tube into the fitting or valve using a twisting motion. Make sure
that the tube is fully inserted into the fitting stop or shoulder.

Tube Size Insertion Depth (min.)


Inches Inches mm
1/2 11/16 18
3/4 7/8 22
1 7/8 22
11⁄4 1 25
11⁄2 13⁄8 35
Figure 1 — Cut tube to desired length
2 11⁄2 38
2. Deburr the tube inside and outside diameter using a half-round file or a
deburring tool. CAUTION: Tubing that is difficult to insert may have burrs or could be
3. Clean the tube end of all dirt, oil and grease. (Emery cloth or sandpaper out-of-round. Burrs must be removed and tubing end must be undamaged.
to clean the tube or remove oxidation should not be used.) Make sure tube is inserted to the proper depth. Failure to do so may result
in an improper seal.
Inserting the Tube into the Fitting or Valve Attaching Pressing Jaws
1. Check the fitting to make sure the EPDM seal is in place, clean and free of 1. Make sure the battery is removed or the cord is unplugged on the pressing
dirt and debris (Figure 2). tool prior to attaching or changing the crimp jaws.
2. Push and twist to open the jaw set mounting pin. (Figure 4).

Figure 2 — Check for EPDM Seal

WARNING: never lubricate the EPDM seal in the NIBCO Press System fitting Figure 4 — Pushing and twisting to open the jaw set mounting pin
or valve with anything other than water. Oil-based lubricant, dirt or debris may
damage the seal. An improper seal can lead to extensive property damage.
3. If Press tool contains a jaw set, slide it out of the crimping tool.

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4. Select the jaw set that corresponds to the size of the joint to be crimped
and insert the jaw set into the pressing tool (Figure 5).

Figure 8 — Jaw set should be square to tubing

Figure 5 — Inserting the NIBCO Press System jaw 5. Once the crimp is complete, press the jaw arms to open the jaw and
remove from the fitting.
5. Push the jaw set mounting pin until it clicks into position.
NOTE: The tool will not properly press unless the pin is fully engaged. If the tool displays an LED flash or emits an audible alarm, please refer to
the tool instruction manual for troubleshooting suggestions.
Crimping a NIBCO Press System Fitting or Valve
CAUTION Avoid handling sharp edges that may have formed on the fitting
1. Make sure the tubing is inserted to the proper depth in the fitting. during the crimping operation.
(Figure 6).
Inspecting the Crimp
1. Inspect the crimped fitting to ensure proper crimp.

NOTE: The use of the NIBCO Press System jaw will produce a unique witness
mark “N” on the crimped fitting.

2. Inspect the crimped fitting checking the connection for the following
problems:
• Not fully inserted tube, double check depth marks
Figure 6 — Inserting the tube to proper depth • Incorrect jaw alignment with the fitting contour
2. Squeeze jaw arms to open the jaw set. If any problems are found, a new section of tubing and a new fitting will
need to be prepared, installed and crimped.
3. Place the open jaws around the fitting and ensure that the contour of the 3. Test the NIBCO Press System in accordance with crimp intergrity testing
jaw is properly aligned with the contour of the fitting (Figure 7). instructions for fittings and valves in this catalog.

Figure 7 — Open the jaw set and place around the fitting

4. Make sure the tool is perpendicular to the tubing and depress the switch
(Figure 8). Keep the trigger depressed from the time the cycle begins and
the rollers contact the jaw arms until the end of the entire crimp cycle.

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Installation Instructions for 2 1/2" - 4"
Press Fittings and Valves
WARNING: to prevent serious injury, the pressing tool, battery charger
(if applicable) and pressing chains should be inspected according to the
procedure outlined in the pressing tool instruction manual prior to beginning
installation.
Failure to clean pressing chains can result in an improper connection that can
lead to extensive property damage.
Figure 4: Deburr outside diameter using a half-round file
Preparing the Copper Tube
1. Select clean, undamaged copper tube and cut to the desired length. Cut tube 4. Clean the tube end of all contamination, oils and shavings. A smooth transition
end square using a tube cutter or fine-toothed saw. Do not crimp over dam- chamfer is recommended to ease tube insertion past the seal. (Emery cloth or
aged, scratched, gouged, or otherwise damaged tubing. Do not crimp over sandpaper to clean the tube or remove oxidation should not be used.)
etch print streams on tubing. (Figure 1).
Inserting the Tube into the Fitting or Valve
1. Check the fitting to make sure that the seal is in place and is free of oil or
grease. Only original NIBCO® EPDM seals are to be used when making a
press connection with NIBCO® Press System fittings and valves. If it is neces-
sary to lubricate the seals, use water only. DO NOT use any petroleum-based
lubricants (Figure 5).

Figure 1: Cut tube to desired length using s tube cutter


2. Deburr the tube inside diameter using a half-round file or deburring tool.
Remove any copper shavings or filings (Figures 2 & 3).

Figure 5: Check for EPDM seal

WARNING: never lubricate the EPDM seal in a NIBCO Press System


fitting or valve with anything other than water. Oil-based lubricants, dirt or
debris may damage the seal. An improper seal can lead to extensive property
damage.
Figure 2: Deburr inside diameter using a half-round file
2. Mark the proper insertion depth on the tube with a permanent marker prior to
insertion, based on insertion depth chart. Refer to minimum insertion depth
table for correct depths.

NIBCO® Press System


Insertion Depth Chart
Tube Size 21/2” 3” 4”
Insertion Depth (min.) 11/2” 15/8” 21/8”
Figure 3: Deburr inside diameter deburring tool
3. Insert the tube into the fitting or valve using a twisting motion. Make sure
3. Deburr the tube outside diameter using a half-round file to prevent damage to that the tube is fullly inserted into the fitting or valve. WARNING: if
the EPDM seal (Figure 4). tube is not inserted to the proper depth, an inadequate seal may result.

CAUTION: tubing that is difficult to insert may have burrs or could be


out-of-round. Burrs must be removed and tubing end should be undamaged.
Make sure tube is inserted to the proper depth. Failure to do so may result in
an improper seal.
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Crimping a NIBCO Press System Fitting or Valve

CAUTION:
NIBCO press fittings and valves
(2½”, 3”, 4” ends) to be installed ONLY
with:
• NIBCO PC-100 and PC-280 pressing tools
• NIBCO PC-5 adapter jaw
• NIBCO pressing chain - 2½” (PC-2),
3” (PC-3), 4” (PC-4)
1. Make sure that the battery is removed or that the cord is unplugged on the Figure 8: Placement of adapter jaw into pressing chain
pressing tool prior to attaching or changing the adapter jaw.
5. Make sure the tubing is inserted to the proper depth in the fitting or valve, and
2. Select the correct size pressing chain. Pull the pin on the chain which allows that the tube and fitting or valve are aligned properly.
the segments to open. Position the chain on the raised bead and wrap the chain
6. With the pressing tool perpendicular to the tube, begin the pressing cycle by
around the fitting with the "pipe side" designation facing the tube. When the
pulling the trigger of the pressing tool.
chain is fully wrapped around the fitting, reinsert the pin to secure the chain on
the assembled joint. Visually inspect the mark made for insertion depth, to ensure 7. Keep the trigger depressed from the time the cycle begins and the rollers con-
the tube remained in position (Figure 6). tact the jaw arms until the end of the entire cycle. Remove the pressing tool
and adapter jaw from the pressing chain. Remove the pressing chain from the
fitting.

If the tool displays an LED flash or emits an audible alarm, please refer to the
toolinstruction manual for troubleshooting suggestions.

CAUTION: Avoid sharp edges that may have formed on the fitting during
the crimping operation.

Inspecting the Crimp


1. Inspect the crimped fitting or valve to ensure proper crimp. The final crimp
Figure 6: Placement of the pressing chain onto fitting or valve should appear pressed uniformly around the fitting or valve (Figure 9).

3. Release the pin (push and twist) on the jaw holder of the pressing tool, and
install the adapter jaw on the tool. Return the pin to its original position,
securing the jaw. The red sleeve on the tool must be in the back position to
allow for crimping sizes 2½”, 3” and 4”. (Figure 7).

Figure 9: Inspection of final crimp

NOTE: The use of the NIBCO Press System chain will produce a unique
witness mark “N”.

2. Inspect the crimped fitting checking the connection for the following problems:
Figure 7: Placement of adapter jaw into the tool
• Not fully inserted tube, double check depth marks
4. Squeeze adapter jaw arms to open the jaw. Rollers must be fully retracted • Incorrect chain alignment with the fitting contour
to open the adapter jaw. Place the open adapter jaw into the grooves in the
If any problems are found, a new section of tubing and a new fitting will need
pressing chain and let go of the jaw arms (Figure 8).
to be prepared, installed, and crimped.

3. Test the NIBCO Press System in accordance with crimp integrity testing
instructions for fittings and valves in this catalog.

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Instructions for Fittings & Valves
PRESSURE TESTING:
NIBCO recommends the following leak testing procedures when installing NIBCO Press System with the leak detection feature. These test procedures allow
the installer to find un-pressed connections while the system is being tested under pressure.The uniquely designed EPDM o-ring allows fluids or gases to flow
past the seal and leak when the fitting has not yet been pressed. When the fitting has been pressed, the o-ring will create a water tight seal around the tube.

AIR LEAK TESTING:


1. Pressurize system up to 15 psi maximum using dry, oil free compressed air, carbon dioxide, or nitrogen.
2. Allow system pressure to stabilize for a minimum of 2 hours.
3. If system pressure has dropped, add more air to bring entire system up to 15 psi maximum. If system pressure increases above 15 psi, bleed off excess
pressure to ensure system is at a maximum pressure of 15 psi.
4. If the system pressure continues to drop, inspect all joints for un-pressed fittings. The NIBCO Press System press fittings with the leak detection feature
are designed to leak in an un-pressed condition.
5. Check all pressed joints for air leaks using a commercially available leak test solution or a soap and water mixture.
6. Once the system has been confirmed to be leak free, pressure can be increased to the recommended working pressure to verify system integrity.

WATER LEAK TESTING:


1. Pressurize system up to 50 psi maximum using potable water.
2. Allow system pressure to stabilize for a minimum of 2 hours.
3. If system pressure has dropped, add more water to bring entire system up to 50 psi maximum. If system pressure increases above 50 psi, bleed off
excess pressure to ensure system is at a maximum pressure of 50 psi.
4. If the system pressure continues to drop, inspect all joints for un-pressed fittings. The NIBCO Press System press fittings with the leak detection feature are
designed to leak in an un-pressed condition.
5. Check all press joints for leaking water.
6. Once the system has been confirmed to be leak free, water pressure can be increased to the recommended working pressure to verify system integrity

SYSTEM INTEGRITY TESTING*:


Once a system has been confirmed to be properly installed and no press connections have been left uncrimped, the system is recommended for
testing up to the maximum non-shock working pressure of 200 psi hydrostatic.
NOTE: While NIBCO Press System products are tested to pressures as high as 600 psi, the product system rating limitation of 200 psi is in place to ensure a
safety
factor of three-times proof-testing according to ASME B16.51 Copper and Copper Alloy Press-Connect Pressure Fittings.

SYSTEM INTEGRITY TESTING AT HIGHER PRESSURES*:


NIBCO Press System products can be tested at hydrostatic pressures higher than 200 CWP, not exceeding a maximum pressure of 300 psi hydrostatic for a
maximum test duration of 24 hours, when assembled and tested according to the methods prescribed above.

CAUTION: these testing parameters and protocols apply only to NIBCO products as detailed above: NIBCO accepts no responsibility or liability for any other
manufacturer’s products that may be damaged as a result of such testing.

*System integrity testing applies to leak detect and non-leak detect fittings and valves.
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Minimum Distance Between Joints Spacing
To prevent distortion of the tubing, certain fitting sizes require a minimum 1. Sufficient clearance must be left around each joint to allow room for the
distance between crimp joints (refer to Chart 1 below). Failure to provide this pressing tool and jaw to be attached without interference.
minimum distance may result in an improper seal.
Clearance Requirements — Standard Jaw Sets
Tool perpendicular to wall

A (min.)
Tube Dia. Inches mm A (min.) B (min.)
Tube Dia. Inches mm Inches mm
1
⁄2"* 0 0
3
⁄4"* 0 0 1/ 2 15/ 16 24 15/8 41
1"* 0 0 3/ 4 7/ 8 22 21/8 54
11⁄4"* 0 0
11⁄2"* 0 0
1 11/4 31 21/2 64
2"* 0 0 11/4 11/8 29 27/8 73
21⁄2" 3
⁄8" 10 11/2 2 51 43/8 111
3" 3
⁄8" 10 2 2 51 43/8 111
4" 3
⁄8" 10
*No minimum distance required. Tool angled to wall

System Support
CAUTION — In any installation, the system should be suported to ensure
the minimum stress is imposed on the tube and joints. The NIBCO Press
System should be supported in accordance with normal practice and to local
jurisdiction piping code.

Annealing of Copper Tube


A NIBCO Press System installation should not be conducted within 12" of
a brazed joint. The high temperature required for capillary joinery may
cause the copper tube to become annealed and render it too soft for proper
crimping. However, a NIBCO Press System product may be crimped adjacent
to a soldered joint, as normal temperatures created by silver soldering are
not hot enough to cause the copper tube to become annealed. A (min.) B (min.) C (min.)
Tube Dia. Inches mm Inches mm Inches mm

CAUTION — Brazing or soldering should not be conducted within 12" of 1
/2 1 /8
1
28 1 /8
3
35 21/2 64
an existing NIBCO Press System connection as this may damage the EPDM 3/ 4 1 26 11/2 38 21/2 64
seal. If there is any concern about heat damage to the o-ring, a cold, wet 1 15/16 34 13/4 45 3 76
cloth should be wrapped around the crimped connection prior to soldering 11/4 11/4 32 21/4 57 31/8 80
or brazing. 11/2 21/8 54 31/8 80 5 127
2 21/8 54 31/8 80 5 127
21/2 35/8 92 6 152 31/2 89
3 37/8 98 61/2 165 4 102
4 47/8 124 75/8 194 41/4 108
NOTE: clearance dimensions for 21/2", 3" & 4" are for wrapping
pressing chains around fittings.
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What is the NIBCO product offering?
The NIBCO Press System features a full range of copper and copper alloy fittings, commercial valves, accessories and pressing tools,
jaws and chains for use with K, L and M copper water tube as well as 1/2", 3/4" and 1" soft copper tube.
What is the system temperature rating?
The NIBCO Press System is rated at 200 PSIG over a temperature range of -20°F to 250°F.
What are the approved system applications?
Approved applications include residential and commercial potable, hot, chilled and process water for plumbing and HVAC systems.
The NIBCO Press System is designed for use with water glycol mixtures of ethylene or propylene glycol up to 50% at 200°F.
What was the testing protocol for the NIBCO Press System fittings and valves?
NIBCO Press System fittings and valves were subjected to a wide range of performance tests including dimensional verification, thread
end specification, hydrostatic burst strength, unrestrained pressure, static torque, bending, vacuum pressure, cyclic pressure, vibration,
thermo-cycling and dynamic torque. The testing protocol included testing to a 3X safety factor above the 200 PSIG system rating.
NIBCO testing was witnessed and validated by the internationally recognized NSF.
Can other available pressing tools and jaws be used on the NIBCO Press System?
See page 52 for a complete listing of approved tools and jaws.
Can a NIBCO Press System connection be re-crimped?
If for any reason the press cycle is interrupted, it is possible to re-crimp a NIBCO Press System connection. However, when
re-crimping the connection, the jaws must be properly aligned so that the crimp is performed in the same location as the original.
How long will the EPDM seal last?
Accelerated life tests show that the EPDM seals used with the NIBCO Press System fittings and valves have a life expectancy of 50
years.
Are NIBCO Press System fittings available with solder or threaded by Press System connection?
NIBCO offers many Press System fitting combinations by soldered or threaded connection. Please note, always solder the standard
wrot connection first when possible. Prior to soldering, remove the press end EPDM o-ring, solder, allow the fitting to cool, insert
the EPDM o-ring, and then Press the connection.
Can a fitting be soldered close to a Press System connection?
NIBCO recommends soldering at least 12 inches away from the Press System connection. If this length is not possible, either solder
the joint prior to connecting the press fitting or wrap the connection with a cold wet cloth.
Is the NIBCO Press System approved for underground use?
In accordance with local plumbing codes, the NIBCO Press System can be installed underground.
Is the NIBCO Press System compatible with standard disinfectant cleaning agents commonly utilized in a new water system?
Yes, the NIBCO Press System is typically compatible. For specific cleaning agent compatibility, contact NIBCO Technical Services at
the below noted number.

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NIBCO® Press System Limited Warranty


NIBCO INC. warrants:
• NIBCO Press System fittings and flanges to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and
service for a period of 50 years from the Warranty Commencement Date. The Warranty Commencement Date for
NIBCO Press system fittings and flanges shall be the date upon which the fitting or flange is installed.
• NIBCO Press System pressure rated metal valve to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal
use and service for a period of five (5) years from date put into service with the exception of models PC-FP-600A-LF for
which a two (2) year warranty period from date put into service applies.
This limited warranty applies to all NIBCO Press System products installed in accordance with NIBCO’s approved and published
installation, testing and application recommendations and instructions. This includes product installed in accordance with the
Press Tool & Jaw Compatibility Matrix in effect at the time of installation as published in the most current online version of the
NIBCO Press System Catalog.

NIBCO does NOT warrant against failure of NIBCO Press System fittings, flanges and valves (referred to hereafter as “product”) for:

1. any product, parts or systems which are not manufactured or sold by NIBCO, INC.;
2. any product which is used for purposes other than a purpose authorized by NIBCO INC.;
3. any product not installed in accordance with either the recommended installation guidelines provided by NIBCO INC.
and/or applicable plumbing codes;
4. damage to the product caused by, contributed in whole or in part by, or resulting from, any of the following:
a. abuse, misuse, mishandling, tampering, neglect or accidental damage such as, without limitation, vandalism
b. natural disasters, such as, without limitation, flooding, windstorm and lightning
c. attachments or modifications to the product that are not authorized by NIBCO INC.
d. external causes, where external, physical or chemical qualities produce damage to the product, such as, without
limitation, variation in water quality, aggressive water or an unsuitable or hostile environment, or
e. any other cause beyond the control of NIBCO INC.
NIBCO shall NOT be liable under any circumstances for any other direct or indirect, incidental or consequential damages of any
kind, including but not limited to loss of business, lost profits, mold intrusion, water damage, etc. The liability of NIBCO under
this warranty is solely limited to the replacement of any product that has been determined by NIBCO INC., or an authorized
representative or agent thereof, to contain a defect in material or workmanship.

NIBCO Press System tools are covered by a limited warranty against defects in material or manufacturing for a period of two
(2) years from date of purchase by the contractor. This limited warranty covers the repair or replacement of the tool, at NIBCO’s
discretion, if NIBCO has received the tool, inspected it, and the tool is found to be defective.

This warranty is the only warranty for the product provided by NIBCO INC., and is and shall be in lieu of any and all other
warranties, expressed or implied, including but not limited to an implied warranty of merchantability, and for all other obligations
or liabilities on the part of the Manufacturer. No employee of NIBCO INC., or any other distributor, agent or other person or
business, is authorized to make any other warranty on behalf of NIBCO, INC.

In the event any defect occurs which is believed to be covered by this warranty, NIBCO Technical Services should be immediately
contacted either in writing or by telephone at 888.446.4226. NIBCO Technical Services will make further arrangements for the
product’s return to NIBCO INC. for review and evaluation. In the event that a returned product is determined by
NIBCO INC. to be defective, NIBCO INC. will remediate the failure by repairing or replacing the product within
a reasonable time, without charge to the owner of the product.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state
to state.

To the best of our knowledge, the information contained in this publication is accurate. However,
NIBCO does not assume any liability, whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of such
information. Final determination of the suitability of any information or product for the use to be
contemplated is the sole responsibility of the user. The manner of that use, and whether there is
any infringement of patents, is also the sole responsibility of the user.

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How to Order
State quantity, figure number and size for each valve TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
you wish to order. See individual valve catalog pages for Engineers, contractors, wholesalers or manufacturers may
specific or special product designations. obtain special or technical assistance from any factory
representative of NIBCO. Write, fax or phone.
HOW MANY TO ORDER
NIBCO valves are decimal packed for your convenience in NIBCO INC.
handling, shipping and stock-keeping. Number in master World Headquarters
carton varies with item. 1516 Middlebury Street
Elkhart, IN 46516-4740
POLICY ON RETURNS TO FACTORY USA
NO NIBCO valves are to be returned without prior written Phone: 1.574.295.3000
agreement. Transportation must be prepaid. A 20% charge Fax: 1.574.295.3307
will be made to cover cost of rehandling and reinspection. Technical Service Phone: 1.888.446.4226
Fax: 1.888.336.4226

To the best of our knowledge, the information contained in this publication is accurate. However, NIBCO does not assume any liability whatsoever for
the accuracy or completeness of such information. Final determinations of the suitability of any information or product for the use to be contemplated
is the sole responsibility of the user. The manner of that use, and whether there is any infringement of patents, is also the sole responsibility of the user.

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Table of Contents

PVC Vent Fittings
Couplings............................................................................................. 61
Elbows.................................................................................................. 61

PVC Schedule 40 Pressure Fittings


Adapters............................................................................................... 63
Bushings............................................................................................... 63
Caps..................................................................................................... 64
Couplings............................................................................................. 63
Elbows.................................................................................................. 62
Plugs..................................................................................................... 64
Tees...................................................................................................... 62
Traps..................................................................................................... 64

Engineering Data
ABS & PVC-DWV Pipe & Fittings........................................................ 71
Adapting Plastic Piping to Other Piping Materials............................. 85
Expansion and Contraction of Plastic Pipe.................................. 87 - 88
Flanged Joints.............................................................................. 84 - 85
General Storage, Handling, and Safety Considerations
for Thermoplastic Piping Components...................................... 73 - 74
Key to NIBCO Figure Numbers............................................................ 65
Material Selection....................................................................... 66 - 68
Pipe Support Spacing.......................................................................... 86
Pressure Ratings.......................................................................... 69 - 70
PVC Schedule 40 Pipe & Pressure Fittings.......................................... 72
Solvent Welding Instructions for ABS, PVC, & CPVC-CTS
Pressure and DWV Piping Systems........................................... 75 - 80
Threading Instructions for Thermoplastic Pipe........................... 81 - 83
Warranty.............................................................................................. 89

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PVC Vent Fittings

4801 4807
Coupling Hub x Hub 90 Degree Elbow Hub x Hub

APPROX. DIM. A APPROX. DIM. A


NOM SIZE NET WT./LBS. INCHES NOM SIZE NET WT./LBS. INCHES
2 0.119 1/8 2 0.331 2 5/16
3 0.466 3/16 3 1.008 3

4806 4807-LT
45 Degree Elbow Hub x Hub 90 Degree Long Turn Elbow Hub x Hub

APPROX. DIM. A APPROX. DIM. A


NOM SIZE NET WT./LBS. INCHES NOM SIZE NET WT./LBS. INCHES
2 0.281 1 1/2 2 0.409 3 7/32
3 0.842 1 3/4 3 1.268 4 1/16

4806-2 4807-2-LT
45 Degree Street Elbow Spg x Hub 90 Degree Long Turn Street Elbow
Spg x Hub

APPROX. DIM. A DIM. B


NOM SIZE NET WT./LBS. INCHES INCHES
2 0.277 1 7/16 2 1/4 APPROX. DIM. A DIM. B
3 0.818 1 3/4 3 1/4 NOM SIZE NET WT./LBS. INCHES INCHES
2 0.277 1 7/16 2 1/4
3 0.818 1 3/4 3 1/4

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PVC Schedule 40 Pressure Fittings
4611 4607-2
Tee Slip x Slip x Slip 90 Degree Street Elbow Spg x Slip

APPROX. APPROX.
UNIV NOM NET WT./ DIM. A DIM. B DIM. C UNIV NOM NET WT./ DIM. A DIM. B
FIG. NO SIZE LBS. INCHES INCHES INCHES FIG. NO SIZE LBS. INCHES INCHES
401-005 1/2 0.065 1/2 1/2 1/2 409-005 1/2 0.060 1/2 1 7/16
401-007 3/4 0.099 9/16 9/16 9/16 409-007 3/4 0.071 9/16 1 9/16
401-010 1 0.155 11/16 11/16 11/16 409-010 1 0.118 11/16 2
401-012 1 1/4 0.241 7/8 7/8 7/8 409-012 1 1/4 0.200 7/8 2 1/16
401-015 1 1/2 0.353 1 1 1 409-015 1 1/2 0.240 1 2 19/32
401-020 2 0.448 1 1/4 1 1/4 1 1/4 409-020 2 0.363 1 1/4 2 7/8
401-025 2 1/2 0.913 1 1/2 1 1/2 1 1/2
401-030 3 1.588 1 13/16 1 13/16 1 13/16
401-040 4 2.630 2 5/16 2 5/16 2 5/16 4606
45 Degree Elbow Slip x Slip
4607
90 Degree Elbow Slip x Slip

UNIV NOM APPROX. NET DIM. A


FIG. NO SIZE WT./LBS. INCHES
417-005 1/2 0.037 1/4
APPROX. 417-007 3/4 0.065 5/16
UNIV NOM NET WT./ DIM. A DIM. B 417-010 1 0.098 11/32
FIG. NO SIZE LBS. INCHES INCHES
417-012 1 1/4 0.148 3/8
406-005 1/2 0.047 1/2 1/3
417-015 1 1/2 0.191 7/16
406-007 3/4 0.073 9/16 9/17 417-020 2 0.281 5/8
406-010 1 0.117 11/16 11/17
406-012 1 1/4 0.188 7/8 7/9
406-015 1 1/2 0.240 1 2
406-020 2 0.375 1 1/4 2 1/4
406-025 2 1/2 0.869 1 1/2 2 1/2
406-030 3 1.189 1 13/16 2 13/16
406-040 4 2.100 2 5/16 3 5/16

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PVC Schedule 40 Pressure Fittings cont.
4601 4604
Coupling Slip x Slip Male Adpter MIPT x Slip

UNIV NOM APPROX. NET DIM. A UNIV NOM APPROX. NET DIM. A
FIG. NO SIZE WT./LBS. INCHES FIG. NO SIZE WT./LBS. INCHES
429-005 1/2 0.032 3/32 436-005 1/2 0.027 7/8
429-007 3/4 0.049 3/32 436-007 3/4 0.043 11/16
429-010 1 0.080 3/32 436-010 1 0.072 7/8
429-012 1 1/4 0.121 3/32 436-012 1 1/4 0.102 7/8
429-015 1 1/2 0.149 3/32 436-015 1 1/2 0.126 29/32
429-020 2 0.200 3/32 436-020 2 0.175 31/32
429-025 2 1/2 0.648 3/16
429-030
429-040
3
4
0.570
0.919
3/16
3/16
4618
Bushing Spg x Slip
4603
Female Adapter Slip x FIPT

APPROX.
UNIV NOM NET WT./ DIM. A DIM. B
FIG. NO SIZE LBS. INCHES INCHES
437-073 1/2 x 3/8 0.010 15/16 1/4

UNIV NOM APPROX. NET DIM. A 437-101 3/4 x 1/2 0.019 1 7/32 5/16
FIG. NO SIZE WT./LBS. INCHES 437-130 1 x 1/2 0.046 1 9/32 1/2
435-005 1/2 0.038 13/16 437-131 1 x 3/4 0.034 1 9/32 9/32
437-166 1 1/4 x 1/2 0.085 1 7/8 11/16
435-007 3/4 0.051 13/16
437-167 1 1/4 x 3/4 0.084 1 1/2 3/4
435-010 1 0.082 3/32
437-168 1 1/4 x 1 0.061 1 15/16 13/32
435-012 1 1/4 0.108 1
437-209 1 1/2 x 1/2 0.140 1 17/32 5/8
435-015 1 1/2 0.132 1
437-210 1 1/2 x 3/4 0.114 1 1/2 17/32
435-020 2 0.180 1
437-211 1 1/2 x 1 0.111 1 1/2 7/16
437-212 1 1/2 x 1 1/4 0.057 1 1/2 1/4
437-247 2 x 1/2 0.146 1 11/16 25/32
437-248 2 x 3/4 0.200 1 9/16 13/16
437-249 2x1 0.158 1 9/16 1/2
437-250 2 x 1 1/4 0.170 1 9/16 5/16
437-251 2 x 1 1/2 0.131 1 9/16 1/4
437-287 2 1/2 x 1/2 0.320 1 15/16 1 3/32
437-288 2 1/2 x 3/4 0.320 1 15/16 31/32
437-289 2 1/2 x 1 0.330 1 15/16 27/32
437-290 2 1/2 x 1 1/4 0.280 1 15/16 23/32
437-291 2 1/2 x 1 1/2 0.330 1 15/16 19/32
437-292 2 1/2 x 2 0.201 1 31/32 19/32
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PVC Schedule 40 Pressure Fittings cont.
4617
Cap Slip

UNIV NOM APPROX. NET DIM. A


FIG. NO SIZE WT./LBS. INCHES
447-007 3/4 0.034 7/32
447-010 1 0.055 1/4

4616-4
Plug MIPT

UNIV NOM APPROX. NET DIM. A


FIG. NO SIZE WT./LBS. INCHES
450-007 3/4 0.030 1 3/32
450-010 1 0.070 1 1/4
450-012 1 1/4 0.108 1 1/8

Running Trap (Spg x Spg)

APPROX.
UNIV NOM NET WT./ DIM. A DIM. B
FIG. NO SIZE LBS. INCHES INCHES
488-007 3/4 0.225 1 7/8 11 1/8

P-Trap (Spg x Spg)

APPROX.
UNIV NOM NET WT./ DIM. A DIM. B DIM. C
FIG. NO SIZE LBS. INCHES INCHES INCHES
489-005 1/2 .163 1 3/4 3 5/8 8 15/16
489-007 3/4 .200

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Key to NIBCO Figure Numbers


DWV Fittings 1 2 3 4 - 5
1 2 TYPE OF
MATERIALS 3 4 TYPE OF FITTING & DESCRIPTION 5 TYPE OF CONNECTIONS
48 = PVC 01 = Coupling 37 = Double Ell Numerical Suffix Letter Suffix
58 = ABS 03 = Female Adapter 48 = Offset Closet Flange 2 = Fitting Connection A = Adjustable Closet LT = Long Turn
04 = Male Adapter 51 = Closet Flange 3 = Female Connection Flange N = No Hub
05 = Soil Pipe Adapter 53 = Closet Flange-Flush 4 = Male Connection B = Double Fixture Tee NS = No Stop
06 = 45° Ell 55 = Closet Flange 7 = Slip Joint Connection BAF = Baffle P = Fits Pipe I.D.
07 = 90° Ell w/Knockout Test Plug 9 = Side Inlet CL = Water Closet Ell R = Right
08 = 221/2° Ell 60 = 60° Ell 13 = Female Connection CLAY = Clay RP = Repair
10 = Wye 61 = 90° Ell w/Heel Inlet Indicating Hub x FIPT x Hub CO = Cleanout S = Stack Upturn
11 = Tee 63-73 = Various Stack Fittings 14 = Female Connection DC = Dust Cap SD = Sewer Drain
12 = Long Turn TY 76 = Return Bend Indicating Hub x Hub x FIPT DP = Dust Plug ASTM-D2852
14 = Test Tee w/CO Hub x SJ 16 = Female Connection EH = Extra Heavy SE = Special
16 = Cleanout 77 = Return Bend Hub x SJ Indicating Hub x CO x Hub EL = Extra Long TE = Trap El
17 = Cap 78 = Return Bend 17 = Female Connection F = Flush TPA = Tray Plug
18 = Plug w/CO Hub x Hub Indicating FIPT x Hub x Hub FX = Fixture Tee Adapter
19 = Blind Flange 79 = Return Bend Hub x Hub 18 = Female Connection KO = Knockout TY = TY-Seal
26 = Plug (Spg) 80 = P-Trap w/CO Hub x SJ Indicating FIPT x FIPT x Hub L = Lead & Left V = Vent
27 = Cap (FIPT) 81 = P-Trap Hub x SJ 19 = Baffle Tee Hub x Hub x Hub LH = Low Heel XL = Extra Long
28 = Cross 84 = P-Trap w/CO Hub x SJ LR = Long Radius
29 = Nipple 85 = P-Trap Hub x Hub
30 = True Y 91 = Drum Trap
34 = Double Y 92 = P-Trap w/Union Hub x SJ
35 = Double Tee 95 = P-Trap
36 = Double Long Turn TY w/Union Hub x Hub

Schedule 40 - PVC Plastic Fittings


UNIV. END SIZE KEY SIZE KEY SIZE KEY
PART NO. DESCRIPTION CONNECTIONS STRAIGHT SIZES REDUCING SIZES REDUCING SIZES
401 Tee Slip x Slip x Slip 1/4 002 1/2 x 1/2 x 1/4 072 2 x 11/2 x 3/4 238
402 Tee Slip x Slip x FIPT 3/8 003 1/2 x 1/2 x 3/4 074 2 x 11/2 x 1 239
405 Tee FIPT x FIPT x FIPT 1/2 005 3/4 x 1/2 x 1/2 094 2 x 1/2 x 11/2 241
406 90° Ell Slip x Slip 3/4 007 3/4 x 1/2 x 3/4 095 2 x 2 x 1/2 247
407 90° Ell Slip x FIPT 1 010 3/4 x 3/4 x 1/2 101 2 x 2 x 3/4 248
408 90° Ell FIPT x FIPT 11/4 012 3/4 x 3/4 x 1 102 2 x 2 x 1 249
409 90° Street Ell Spg x Slip 11/2 015 1 x 1/2 x 1 122 2 x 2 x 11/4 250
410 90° Ell MIPT x Slip 2 020 1 x 3/4 x 1/2 124 2 x 2 x 11/2 251
411 90° Street Ell Spg x FIPT 21/2 025 1 x 3/4 x 3/4 125 21/2 x 21/2 x 1/2 287
412 90° Street Ell MIPT x FIPT 3 030 1 x 3/4 x 1 126 21/2 x 21/2 x 3/4 288
414 90° Side Outlet Ell Slip x Slip x FIPT 4 040 1 x 1 x 1/2 130 21/2 x 21/2 x 1 289
417 45° Ell Slip x Slip 5 050 1 x 1 x 3/4 131 21/2 x 21/2 x 11/4 290
420 Cross All Slip 6 060 1 x 1 x 11/4 132 21/2 x 21/2 x 11/2 291
429 Coupling Slip x Slip 8 080 1 x 1 x 11/2 133 21/2 x 21/2 x 2 292
430 Coupling FIPT x FIPT 10 100 11/4 x 1 x 1/2 156 3 x 3 x 1/2 333
434 Riser Extender MIPT x FIPT 12 120 11/4 x 1 x 3/4 157 3 x 3 x 3/4 334
435 Female Adapter Slip x FIPT 11/4 x 1 x 1 158 3 x 3 x 1 335
436 Male Adapter MIPT x Slip 11/4 x 11/4 x 1/2 166 3 x 3 x 11/4 336
437 Bushing Slip x Slip 11/4 x 11/4 x 3/4 167 3 x 3 x 11/2 337
438 Bushing Spg x Slip 11/4 x 11/4 x 1 168 3 x 3 x 2 338
439 Thread Bushing MIPT x FIPT 11/2 x 11/4 x 1/2 199 3 x 3 x 4 342
447 Cap Slip 11/2 x 11/4 x 3/4 201 4 x 4 x 3/4 416
448 Thread Cap FIPT 11/2 x 11/4 x 1 202 4 x 4 x 1 417
449 Plug Spg 11/2 x 11/2 x 1/2 209 4 x 4 x 11/4 418
450 Thread Plug MIPT 11/2 x 11/2 x 3/4 210 4 x 4 x 11/2 419
475 Wye All Slip 11/2 x 11/2 x 1 211 4 x 4 x 2 420
488 Running Trap Spg x Spg 11/2 x 11/2 x 11/4 212 4 x 4 x 3 422
489 P-Trap Spg x Spg 11/2 x 11/2 x 2 213

Fitting Terms and Abbreviations


FIPT = Female NPT Thread Schedule 40 Only Schedule 80 Only CPVC-CTS Only
Spg = Male End (Spigot) FIPT = Female NPT Thread FIPT = Female NPT Thread C = Copper Solder Joint (Transition)
MIPT = Male NPT Thread MIPT = Male NPT Thread CL = Close Compression = Transition Fitting
NPSM = Straight Thread for Mechanical Joint Slip = Female Socket MIPT = Male NPT Thread FIPT = Female NPT Thread
SJ = Slip Joint Spg = Male End (Spigot) Slip = Female Socket MIPT = Male NPT Thread
Hub = Plastic Socket Ball Valve SH = Short Slip = Female Socket
S = Socket Spg = Male End (Spigot) Spg = Male End (Spigot)
T = Threaded IPS = Iron Pipe Size
CTS = Copper Tube Size
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Material Selection
Thermoplastic and Elastomers
ABS PTFE
(Acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene) Class 3-2-2-2-2, conforming PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene) has outstanding resistance to
to ASTM D3965, is a time proven material. The smooth inner chemical attack by most chemicals and solvents. PTFE has a
surface and superior resistance to deposit formation makes temperature rating of -200°F to 500°F. PTFE, a self-lubricating
ABS drain, waste and vent material ideal for residential and compound, is used as a seat material in NIBCO/Chemtrol®
commercial sanitary systems. The residential DWV system can ball valves.
be exposed in service to a wide temperature span. ABS-DWV
has proven satisfactory for use from -40°F to 180°F. These
temperature variations can occur due to ambient temperature
FPM
FPM (Fluoroelastomers or Fluorocarbons) are inherently
fluctuations or the discharge of hot liquids into the system.
compatible with a broad spectrum of chemicals. Because of this
ABS-DWV is very resistant to a wide variety of materials
extensive chemical compatibility, which spans considerable
ranging from sewage to commercial household chemical
concentration and temperature ranges, fluorocarbons have
formulations. ABS-DWV is joined by solvent cementing or
gained wide acceptance as a material of construction for
threading and can easily be connected to steel, copper, or cast
butterfly valve O-rings and seats. Fluorocarbons can be
iron through the use of transition fittings.
used in most applications involving mineral acids (with the
exception of HCI), salt solutions, chlorinated hydrocarbons,
PVC and petroleum oils.
(Polyvinyl Chloride) conforming to ASTM D1784 Class 12454,
formerly designated Type 1, Grade 1. PVC is the most frequently
specified of all thermoplastic materials. It has been used suc-
EPDM
EPDM is a terpolymer elastomer made from ethylene,
cessfully for more than 60 years in such areas as chemical pro-
propylene and diene monomer. EPDM has good abrasion
cessing, industrial plating, chilled water distribution, deionized
and tear resistance and offers excellent chemical resistance
water lines, chemical drainage, and irrigation systems. PVC
to a variety of acids and alkalines. It is susceptible to attack
is characterized by high physical properties and resistance to
by hydrocarbons and is not recommended for applications
corrosion and chemical attack by acids, alkalies, salt solutions
involving petroleum oils, strong acids, or strong alkalines.
and many other chemicals. It is attacked, however, by polar
solvents such as ketones, some chlorinated hydrocarbons,
and aromatics. The maximum service temperature of PVC is
140°F. With a design stress of 2,000 psi, PVC has the high-
est long-term hydrostatic strength at 73°F of any of the major
thermoplastics being used for piping systems. PVC is joined by
solvent cementing, threading, or flanging.

CPVC
(Chlorinated Polyvinyl Chloride) Class 23447, formerly desig-
nated Type IV, Grade 1 conforming to ASTM D1784, has physi-
cal properties at 73°F similar to those of PVC and its chemical
resistance is similar to or generally better than that of PVC.
CPVC, with a design stress of 2000 psi and maximum service
temperature of 210°F, has, over a period of about 30 years,
proven to be an excellent material for hot corrosive liquids, hot
and cold-water distribution, and similar applications above the
temperature range of PVC. CPVC is joined by solvent cementing,
threading, or flanging.

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Material Selection
Plastic Piping Standards
THERMOPLASTIC PIPING MATERIALS ASTM Standard D1784
This standard covers PVC and CPVC compounds used in the
ASTM Test Properties Material manufacture of plastic pipe, valves, and fittings. It provides a means
Methods ABS PVC CPVC
for selecting and identifying compounds on the basis of a number of
3-2-2-2-2 12454 23447
General Specific Gravity 1.00 - 1.08 1.38 1.55 physical and chemical criteria. Conformance to a particular material
D792 classification in this standard requires meeting a number of minimum
physical and chemical properties.
D570 Water Absorption % 0.3 0.05 0.05
24 Hrs. @ 73°F
ASTM Standards D2665 and D3311
Mechanical Tensile Strength 4,500 7,000 7,000 These standards provide the material and test requirements as well
D638 psi @ 73°F as the fitting geometries for PVC-DWV (drain, waste and vent) fit-
tings. These fittings are joined by threading or solvent cementing.
Modulus of
D638 Elasticity in Tension 2.4 4.0 3.6
psi @ 73°F x 105 ASTM Standard D2466
This standard covers Schedule 40 PVC threaded and socket pressure
D790 Flexural Strength psi 10,000 14,500 15,600
fittings. Included in the standard are thread and socket specifications,
D256 Izod Impact Strength 4.0 0.65 1.5 lay length, wall thickness, burst, material, quality, and identification
@ 73°F (Notched) requirements.

Thermal Coefficient of 5.0 3.0 3.8


D696 Thermal Expansion ASTM Standard D2467
in/in/°Fx10-5 This standard covers Schedule 80 PVC threaded and socket fittings.
Included in the standard are thread and socket specifications, lay
C177 Thermal Conductivity 1.35 1.2 0.95 length, wall thickness, burst, material, quality, and identification
BTU/HR/Sq. Ft./°F/in
requirements.
D648 Heat Distortion 219 165 238
Temp. °F @ 66 psi ASTM Standard D2846
This standard covers plastic hot and cold-water distribution system
D648 Heat Distortion 180 158 212
Temp. °F @ 264 psi components made in one standard dimension ratio. This includes a
series of CTS (copper tube size) CPVC fittings meant for use with SDR
Resistance to Heat 180 140 210 11 tube and plastic-to-metal transition fittings.
°F at Continuous
Drainage
ASTM Standard D3965
Flammability Limiting Oxygen 19 43 60 This standard covers ABS compounds used in the manufacture of
D2863 Index (%) pipe and fittings. It identifies the chemical and physical properties
of several ABS compositions based upon impact strength, deflection
E84 Flame Spread 150-250 15-20 15
temperature under load, and tensile stress at yield point. These
Underwriter’s 94HB 94V-0 94V-0 properties identify the polymers or blends of polymers that make up
Lab Rating this rigid thermoplastic material.
(Sub. 94)
ASTM Standards D2661 and D3311
Plastic Piping Standards These standards cover ABS-DWV (drain, waste and vent) by material
Many commercial, industrial, and governmental standards or
and by physical configuration. These products are threaded or joined
specifications are available to assist the design engineer in specifying
by solvent cement.
plastic piping systems. Standards most frequently specified in plastic
piping systems are American Society for Testing and Materials
(ASTM) Standards. Below is a list and description of those standards ASTM Standard F1498
most typically applied to industrial plastic piping. This standard covers dimensions, tolerances, and gaging of tapered pipe
threads used on plastic ends of pipe and fittings.

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Plastic Piping Standards and Chemical Resistance
ASTM Standard F1970 IAPMO (International Association of Plumbing and
This standard covers fittings and appurtenances intended to be used Mechanical Officials)
in PVC or CPVC plastic piping, or as a transition from such systems to IAPMO is responsible for the Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC). Products
metal systems. These products, such as unions, flanges, or valves, listed by IAPMO are tested by third-party organizations and/or meet
are not included in the scope of other ASTM specifications. PS (Product Standards) or IS (Installation Standards) which are written
by IAPMO. Listed products will contain the UPC or IAPMO-T (1¹⁄2"
ASME B1.20.1 (American Society of Mechanical sizes for mobile home and recreational vehicle (MHRV) use) mark.
Engineers)
This specification details the dimensions, tolerances, and gaging of Chemical Resistance
tapered pipe threads used on metallic ends of pipe and fittings, plus Thermoplastics exhibit a ‘GO’ or ‘NO-GO’ type of resistance when
machined plastic threaded ends. contacted by aggressive chemicals. That is, they either resist attack
completely or they deteriorate rapidly, in which case, the mechanism of
attack is either solvation or reaction with the base molecule. Solvation,
ANSI/NSF Standard 14 (NSF International, formerly
which is the most common form of attack, involves penetration of a
National Sanitation Foundation) chemical into the plastic causing softening, swelling, and loss of physical
This standard establishes the minimum physical and performance properties. Reaction with the base molecule involves the breakage of the
requirements for plastic piping system components and related molecular chain, crosslinking, or substitution reactions.
materials. It also provides a basis for certification of products
to consensus standards, or other physical and performance The NIBCO Chemical Resistance Guide contains specific chemical
requirements where no consensus standard exists. It requires resistance information for the various plastic and elastomeric materials
adherence to appropriate ASTM Standards and specifies minimum used in the NIBCO product line. When interpreting the information
quality control programs. To comply with this standard the presented in this brochure it is important to note that it is based
manufacturer must allow periodic testing of product and auditing of only on unstressed immersion testing at the temperatures noted,
procedures by a third-party agency. using pure chemicals or saturated solutions, except where otherwise
specified. It is unwise to specify a plastic material without chemical
ANSI/NSF Standard 61 resistance information relative to the specific environment of the intended
At the request of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), a application. Therefore, in situations where the aggressive environment
consortium led by NSF International developed this standard. It was involves a mixture of chemicals, the Chemical Resistance Guide can
be used to investigate the effects of individual chemicals; however,
developed to establish minimum requirements for the control of potential
because of possible synergisms, the suitability of a particular plastic for
adverse human health effects from products which contact drinking
handling a chemical mixture should be verified. Also, since chemicals
water. This Standard complements the performance requirements that are more aggressive at higher temperatures and concentrations, chemical
are contained within ASTM product standards. NIBCO® PVC & CPVC resistance information should not be extrapolated to higher temperatures
fitting products intended for potable water applications are tested and and concentrations. Conversely, chemicals are generally less aggressive
certified by a third-party agency for compliance to ANSI/NSF Standard 61. at lower temperatures and concentrations; therefore, extrapolation of
chemical resistance information to lower temperatures and concentrations
CSA (Canadian Standards Association) is generally acceptable.
CSA tests piping products against Canadian standards. These standards
When chemical resistance information is not available or a first-of-a-kind
require that products meet certain criteria such as dimensions, strength,
process is involved, data may be obtained through immersion testing.
and compatibility with potable water. Most products sold in Canada
ASTM D543 provides a method for conducting such tests, and the chemi-
require the CSA listing. cal, as well as, the temperature used in this test should be identical to the
anticipated process condition.

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Pressure Ratings
Pipe and Tube Fittings with Service Correction Factors
Based on water service, for more severe service, an additional correction NOTE: ABS & PVC DWV used for non-pressure applications only.
factor may be required.
Maximum –Suggested Design Pressure (psi) AT 73°F1
Nominal Schedule 40 Schedule 80 CPVC-CTS
Maximum Non-Shock Operating Pressure (psi) AT 73°F1
Size PVC PVC SDR-11
Nominal Schedule 40 Schedule 80 CPVC-CTS
Socket End Threaded End Socket End
Size PVC PVC SDR-11
3/8 370 460 400
3/8 620 920 400
1/2 360 420 400
1/2 600 850 400
3/4 280 340 400
3/4 480 690 400
1 270 320 400
1 450 630 400
11/4 220 260 400
11/4 370 520 400
11/2 200 240 400
1 /2 330
1 470 400
2 170 200 400
2 280 400 400
2 /2 180
1 210 N/A
21/2 300 420 N/A
3 155 190 N/A
3 260 375 N/A
4 130 160 N/A
4 220 325 N/A
6 110 N.R. N/A
6 180 280 N/A
8 95 N.R. N/A
8 160 250 N/A
10 85 N.R. N/A
10 140 230 N/A
12 80 N.R. N/A
12 130 230 N/A
N. R. - Not Recommended
N/A - Not Available
NOTE: ABS & PVC DWV used for non-pressure applications only.
N. R. - Not Recommended
N/A - Not Available

Pipe and tube pressure ratings are based on non-shock service.


As the severity of the service application increases, a service-
correction factor should be considered. Specifically, for
Schedule 40 applications that may experience severe cyclical-
pressure loading, such as in irrigation systems, the following
maximum-suggested design pressures are suggested.

Systems with threaded Schedule 80 thermoplastic fittings shall


have a maximum-suggested design pressure of 50% that of
equivalent pipe size pressure rating. This reduction is because
threads are formed by the removal of material. Refer to the
following table for maximum-suggested design pressures.

Conversely, CPVC-CTS pipe and fittings do carry the same


pressure rating, as defined by ASTM D2846. Refer to the
following table for maximum-suggested design pressures.

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Pressure Ratings (Continued)

Fittings Temperature Correction Factors Valves, Flanges, and Unions


The maximum pressure rating for NIBCO® valves, flanges, and
Operating FACTORS unions, regardless of size, is 150 psi at 73°F. As with all other
Temperature, °F PVC CPVC-CTS thermoplastic piping components, the maximum non-shock
70 1.00 1.00 operating pressure is related to temperature. Above 100°F
80 0.90 0.96 refer to the chart below.
90 0.75 0.92
100 0.62 0.85 Temperature Correction Factors
110 0.50 0.77
Operating Maximum Non-Shock Operating
120 0.40 0.70
Temperature, °F Pressure, psi
130 0.30 0.55
PVC CPVC
140 0.22 0.50
100 150 150
150 N.R. 0.47
110 135 140
160 N.R. 0.40
120 110 130
170 N.R. 0.32
130 75 120
180 N.R. 0.25
140 50 110
200 N.R. 0.18
150 N.R. 100
210 N.R. 0.15
160 N.R. 90
N.R. - Not Recommended
170 N.R. 80
180 N.R. 70
The maximum-allowable non-shock pressure rating for PVC and
190 N.R. 60
CPVC-CTS thermoplastic piping is a function of temperature. For
200 N.R. 50
pipe and fitting applications above 73°F, refer to the table above
for Temperature Correction Factors. To determine the maximum N.R. - Not Recommended
non-shock pressure rating at an elevated temperature, simply
multiply the base pressure rating obtained from the appropriate
table by the correction factor from the following table. Below
73°F the pressure rating will be the same as the base pressure
in the tables above.

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ABS & PVC-DWV Pipe & Fittings


NIBCO® ABS 5800 series fittings conform to the material and
ABS & PVC Schedule 40 Pipe Dimensions
dimensions of American Society for Testing and Materials,
ASTM D2661 and D3311. ABS pipe meets the material
Nominal Average Average Min. Wall
requirements of ASTM D3965 and the dimensions of ASTM
Size O.D., in. I.D., in. Thickness, in.
D2661.
11/4 1.660 1.380 0.140
11/2 1.900 1.610 0.145
NIBCO PVC 4800 series fittings are manufactured to meet the 2 2.375 2.067 0.154
material and dimensional requirements of ASTM D2665 and 3 3.500 3.068 0.216
D3311. PVC pipe is produced in compliance with ASTM D2665 4 4.500 4.026 0.237
and D1784. 6 6.625 6.065 0.280
8* 8.625 7.981 0.322
NIBCO products have been designed to conform to the 10* 10.750 10.020 0.365
specifications listed above. Many of these products have been 12* 12.750 11.938 0.406
listed by and contain the mark of CSA, IAPMO, and NSF. For a
*These sizes of ABS pipe are not currently covered in ASTM D2661.
current listing contact NIBCO INC.

Pipe

Dimensions of NIBCO ABS & PVC DWV Fitting Sockets, Threaded Ends and Male Ends

Solvent Internal (Female) External (Male) Spigot (Male)


Socket Threads Threads End
(HUB) (FIPT) (MIPT) (SPIG)

Nominal Size A, avg. B, avg. C, min. D E F G, min. H, min.


11/4 1.670 1.655 0.688 0.75 0.71 1.660 0.75 0.16
11/2 1.910 1.895 0.688 0.75 0.72 1.900 0.75 0.16
2 2.385 2.370 0.750 0.75 0.75 2.375 0.81 0.16
3 3.515 3.495 1.500 1.20 1.20 3.500 1.56 0.22
4 4.515 4.495 1.750 1.30 1.30 4.500 1.81 0.25
6 6.647 6.614 3.000 1.50 1.51 6.625 3.06 0.28
8 8.655 8.610 4.000 2.00 1.72 8.625 4.06 0.33
10 10.776 10.737 5.000 2.20 N/A 10.750 5.06 0.36
12 12.788 12.736 6.000 2.38 N/A 12.750 6.06 0.41

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PVC Schedule 40 Pipe & Pressure Fittings


PVC Schedule 40 pipe and fittings are made for use in cold Schedule 40
water systems where the temperature does not exceed 140°F. *Pipe Dimensions and References
PVC Schedule 40 fittings are made in compliance with ASTM
D2466. Schedule 40 pipe meets the requirements of ASTM
D1785. Both the pipe and fittings are manufactured from mate- (20 ft. lengths)
rial conforming to ASTM D1784 and meeting cell Class 12454.
Nominal Average Average Wall Pipe Wall Inside
Size Outside Inside Thickness Cross- Diameter
Diameter Diameter Inches Sectional Area
Inches Inches Area Inches2 Inches2
Nom. Min.
1/2 0.840 0.602 0.119 0.109 0.270 0.285
3/4 1.050 0.804 0.123 0.113 0.358 0.508
1 1.315 1.029 0.143 0.133 0.527 0.832
11/4 1.660 1.360 0.150 0.140 0.712 1.453
11/2 1.900 1.590 0.155 0.145 0.850 1.986
2 2.375 2.047 0.164 0.154 1.139 3.291
21/2 2.875 2.445 0.215 0.203 1.797 4.695
3 3.500 3.042 0.229 0.216 2.353 7.268
4 4.500 3.998 0.251 0.237 3.351 12.554
6 6.625 6.031 0.297 0.280 5.904 28.567
8 8.625 7.942 0.341 0.322 8.887 49.539
10 10.750 9.976 0.387 0.365 12.599 78.164
12 12.750 11.889 0.430 0.406 16.662 111.015

Fittings1 * Do not thread Schedule 40 pipe. Use appropriate fittings for


threaded assembly.

Nominal Size Average Outside Diameter Solvent Socket Internal Threads External Threads Male End Wall Thickness
Inches (Hub) (FIPT) (MIPT) (Spg)
A B C2 Min. D G Min. E F H Min. J2 Min. K2 Min.
1/2 0.840 0.848 0.836 0.688 0.463 0.072 0.463 0.840 0.688 0.136 0.109
3/4 1.050 1.058 1.046 0.719 0.482 0.079 0.482 1.050 0.719 0.141 0.113
1 1.315 1.325 1.310 0.875 0.574 0.087 0.574 1.315 0.875 0.166 0.133
11/4 1.660 1.670 1.655 0.938 0.594 0.098 0.594 1.660 0.938 0.175 0.140
11/2 1.900 1.912 1.894 1.094 0.594 0.106 0.594 1.900 1.094 0.181 0.145
2 2.375 2.387 2.369 1.156 0.610 0.123 0.610 2.375 1.156 0.193 0.154
21/2 2.875 2.889 2.868 1.750 0.932 0.139 0.932 2.875 1.750 0.254 0.203
3 3.500 3.516 3.492 1.875 1.016 0.160 1.016 3.500 1.875 0.270 0.216
4 4.500 4.518 4.491 2.000 1.094 0.194 1.094 4.500 2.000 0.296 0.237
6 6.625 6.647 6.614 3.000 1.208 0.280 1.513 6.625 3.000 0.350 0.280
8 8.625 8.655 8.610 4.000 1.313 0.322 1.723 8.625 4.000 0.403 0.322
10 10.750 10.776 10.737 5.375 - - - 10.750 5.375 0.487 0.402
12 12.750 12.765 12.700 6.875 - - - 12.750 6.875 0.532 0.465
1
With exception of thread lengths, dimensions shown are listed in ASTM D 2466 for PVC Schedule 40 Fittings.
2
NIBCO fittings may exceed certain minimum ASTM dimensional requirements shown in order to ensure functional satisfaction.

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General Storage, Handling, and Safety Considerations for


Thermoplastic Piping Components
STORAGE IMPORTANT FACTS TO KNOW ABOUT ABS, PVC, AND
Thermoplastic piping components are designed and manufactured for CPVC SOLVENT CEMENT
use in systems involving the transport of aggressive liquids as well as 1. ABS solvent cement should be used only for joining
potable water. In order to ensure their integrity, they must be handled ABS pipe and fittings.
with reasonable care prior to installation. 2. PVC solvent cement should be used only for joining
PVC Pipe and fittings.
Pipe 3. CPVC solvent cement should be used only for joining
When pipe is received in standard lifts it should remain in the lift CPVC pipe and fittings.
until ready for use. Lifts should not be stacked more than three high 4. A good joint is as strong as the pipe, since the solvent
and should always be stacked wood-on-wood. Loose pipe should be chemically welds the fitting to the pipe.
stored on racks with a minimum support spacing of three feet. Pipe 5. The solvent cement containers should always be cov-
should be shaded but not covered directly when stored outside in high ered when not in use to prevent excessive evaporation.
ambient temperatures. This will provide for free circulation of air and Do not use thinner. Cement that shows signs of thick-
reduce the heat build-up due to direct sunlight exposure. ening and is lumpy should be discarded.
6. PVC solvent cement and primer can be used for both
PVC pressure and DWV piping systems.
Fittings
Fittings should be stored in their original cartons to keep them free of
dirt and reduce the possibility of damage. If possible, fittings should SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
be stored indoors. Pipe and Fittings
ABS, PVC, and CPVC products contained within this catalog are
Solvent Cements and Primers intended for use in the distribution of media that are chemically
Solvent cements have a definitive shelf life and each can and carton compatible with the piping materials. Due to the inherent hazards
is clearly marked with a date of manufacture. Stock should be rotated associated with testing these components and piping systems
to ensure that the oldest material is used first. with compressed air or other compressed gases, NIBCO
does not allow pneumatic testing or use of these products in
compressed air or gas piping systems.
HANDLING
Pipe and Fittings Note: Pressurized (compressed) air and other compressed gases
Care should be exercised to avoid rough handling of thermoplastic
contain large amounts of stored energy, which present serious safety
pipe and fittings. They should not be dragged over sharp projections,
hazards should the system fail for any reason.
dropped, or have objects dropped upon them. Pipe ends should
be inspected for cracks resulting from such abuse. Transportation
by truck or pipe trailer will require that the pipe be continuously
supported and all sharp edges on the trailer bed that come in contact
with the pipe must be padded.

Solvent Cements and Primers


Keep containers for solvent cements tightly closed except when in use.
Avoid prolonged breathing of solvent vapors, and when pipe and fittings
are being joined in partially enclosed areas use a ventilating device to
attenuate vapor levels. Keep solvent cements, primers, and cleaners
away from all sources of ignition, heat, sparks, and open flames. Avoid
repeated contact with the skin by wearing proper gloves impervious to
the solvents. Application of the solvents or cements with rags and bare
hands is not recommended; natural fiber brushes and other suitable
applicators can produce satisfactory results.

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Thermoplastic Piping Components (continued)
Solvent Cements and Primers
DANGER:
• Solvent cements and primers are extremely flammable.
• Vapors from solvent cements and primers may be
harmful if inhaled for prolonged periods of time.
• Solvent cements and primers may be harmful if
swallowed.
• Solvent cements and primers may cause skin or eye
irritation.

CAUTION: Solvent cements and primers are composed of


various solvents and as such require special conditions for
storage. Because of their flammability they must not be
stored in an area where they might be exposed to ignition,
heats, sparks, or open flames.

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Solvent Welding Instructions for ABS, PVC, & CPVC-CTS


FlowGuard Gold® Pressure & DWV Piping Systems
Scope PIPE/TUBE PREPARATION
The solvent welding procedure detailed herein applies to all 1. Cutting
NIBCO® ABS-DWV, PVC-DWV, PVC, and CPVC-CTS pressure Plastic pipe/tube can
piping systems including molded fittings and valves. Belled- be easily cut with a
end pipe and sewer pipe can also be joined in this man- powersaw, circular
ner. NIBCO TECHNICAL SERVICES is available for additional saw, band saw, or
solvent-welding guidance and recommendations. handsaw. For best
results, use a fine-
Joining Equipment and Materials toothed blade (16-
• Cutting tool 18 teeth per inch)
• Rags (non-synthetic, i.e., cotton) with little or no set
• Deburring tool (maximum 0.025 inch). A circumferential speed of about
• Cement and primer applicators 6,000 ft./min. is suitable for circular saws; band saw speed
• Applicator can or bucket should be approximately 3,000 ft./min. Carbide-tipped blades
• Purple primer are preferable when quantities of pipe/tube are to be cut.
• Solvent cement To ensure square-end cuts, a mitre box, hold-down, or jig
• Tool tray should be used. Pipe or tubing cutters can be used for smaller
• Notched boards diameter pipe/tube when the cutting wheel is specifically
designed for plastic pipe.
TYPES OF CEMENT
• PVC solvent cement - light duty industrial grade is for 2. Deburring and Beveling
use with all Sch. 40, DWV and SDR pipe through 6". All burrs, chips, filings, etc.,
• PVC solvent cement - heavy duty industrial grade is should be removed from both
for use with all Sch. 80 and SDR pipe through 6". the pipe/tube I.D. and O.D.
• PVC solvent cement - extra heavy duty industrial before joining. Use a knife,
grade is for use with all PVC pipe 6" and larger. deburring tool, or a half-round, coarse file to remove all burrs.
• ABS solvent cement - for use in joining Sch. 40, SDR, All pipe/tube ends should be beveled to approximately the
and DWV pipe through 12" size. dimensions shown here for ease of socketing and to minimize
• CPVC-CTS, orange colored solvent cement is for use the chances of wiping the solvent cement from the I.D. of the
with all sizes of copper tube size tube and fittings. fitting as the pipe/tube is socketed:
• Purple primer is for use with all PVC and CPVC
pipe/tube and fittings. The beveling can be done with a coarse file or a beveling tool
NOTE: Do not take shortcuts - follow instructions completely. such as that manufactured by Reed Manufacturing Company,
Erie, Pennsylvania.

FITTING PREPARATION
Prior to solvent welding, all fittings and couplings should be
removed from their cartons and exposed for at least one hour
to the same temperature conditions as the pipe/tube in order to
assure that they are thermally balanced before joining.

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CLEANING
Using a clean, dry cotton rag, wipe away all loose dirt and For checking penetration, you should be able to scratch
moisture from the I.D. and O.D. of the pipe/tube end and the or scrape a few thousandths of an inch of the primed
I.D. of the fitting. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SOLVENT-WELD WET surfaces away. Repeated application to either or both
SURFACES. surfaces may be necessary. Weather conditions affect priming
action. In cold weather more time is required for proper
DANGER: Solvent cements and primers are extremely penetration.
flammable and harmful if swallowed. Vapors are harmful. May
cause eye irritation and repeated or prolonged skin contact NOTE: The pipe/tube ends can be rested on notched boards to
causes skin irritation. keep them clean and for ease of solvent cement application.
Keep away from heat, sparks and open flame. Use only with
adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and Note: There are “one-step” cements available for CPVC
clothing. Avoid prolonged breathing of vapor. Close container that eliminate the need to use a primer. Cements approved
after each use. for use with FlowGuard Gold® CPVC will produce pressure-
FIRST AID: In case of skin contact, flush with water; for tight joints when used with NIBCO® CPVC pipe and
eyes, flush with water for at least 15 minutes and seek fittings. NIBCO recommends that the use of “one-step”
medical attention. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. cements be limited to applications where established
If swallowed, DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING, call a Physician temperatures are 40°F or higher, following the cement
immediately. manufacturer’s instructions.

PRIMING SOLVENT CEMENT APPLICATION


The function of purple primer is to penetrate and soften the Using the proper applicator (see chart - page 80 for specific
bonding surfaces of PVC and CPVC pipe/tube and fittings. recommendations) proceed as follows:
(Primer is not required with ABS.) It is a product that penetrates
rapidly. It is very effective on the hard-finished, high-gloss 1. Apply a full even
products now being produced. layer of cement on
the pipe O.D. for a
Apply primer to the pipe/tube with a paint brush approximately distance slightly
1/2 of the pipe/tube diameter. A rag is not recommended as greater than the
repeated contact with skin may cause irritation or blistering. depth of the sock-
et of the fitting.
Apply primer freely in
the socket, keeping 2.
Coat the fitting
surface and applicator socket with a medi-
wet and in motion 5 um layer, avoiding
to 15 seconds. Redip puddling. On belled-
applicator as neces- end pipe or fabri-
sary. Avoid puddling in cated fittings, do
the socket. not coat beyond
the socket depth
Apply again to the fitting socket. The second application or allow cement to
is especially recommended for belled-end pipe and fittings run beyond the bell.
fabricated from pipe stock, for many of them have especially
hard inside-surfaces. 3. Put a second full even layer on the pipe/tube O.D.
Cement layers must be without voids and sufficient to
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FlowGuard Gold® Pressure & DWV Piping Systems (continued)
HANDLING OF PRIMER AND CEMENT EXCESS CEMENT
NOTE: Observe the “use prior to” date. Cement has a limited Immediately after joining and before joint is set, gently place it
shelf life. Do not permit solvent cement cans to stand open. Do back onto a level surface, wipe off all excess cement from the
not use cement that has dried to the point where it becomes circumference of the pipe and fitting.
lumpy and stringy. Dispose of properly. Do not attempt to thin
out sluggish cement with thinner or primer. The solvents in JOINT INTEGRITY
the primer and cement are highly flammable, like a fast drying ABS, PVC, and CPVC-CTS piping joint integrity depends greatly
lacquer, and should not be used near an open flame. Use them upon following exactly and by intent NIBCO specific handling,
in a well ventilated area and avoid prolonged breathing of inspection, storage, shipping, fabrication, installation, testing,
the fumes. Prolonged contact with the skin could cause minor and operating instructions. Joint integrity also depends greatly
irritation. upon an infinitely wide, unpredictable, and uncontrollable set
of product and environmental conditions that go into determin-
JOINING ing the length of drying times, before a joint should be moved,
1. Immediately upon handled, or whether intended for low or high working-pressure
finishing cement applications. These conditions include size of pipe, surface
application and temperature of the joint, dry joint interference fit, and rela-
before it starts to tive humidity. Drying times will be faster with smaller pipe/
set, insert the pipe/ tube, higher surface temperatures, tighter interference fits,
tube to the full and lower relative humidity. Drying times will be slower when
socket depth while these conditions are reversed.
rotating the pipe or fitting a 1/4 turn to ensure
complete and even distribution of the cement. Hold Because of the uncontrollable and unpredictable variety of
joint together for a minimum of 10 to 15 seconds to drying conditions that can exist from job-to-job and moment-
make sure that pipe/tube does not move or back out of to-moment, NIBCO recommends only the drying times and
the socket. solvent-welding conditions specified below:

1. When exposed to direct sunlight, solvent-welding join-


ing should not be done in atmospheric temperatures
2. For pipe sizes 6" below 40°F or above 90°F.
and larger, a join-
ing crew consist- 2. NIBCO recommends that 24 hours of joint drying time
ing of two persons should elapse for all sizes of pipe and drying tempera-
is recommended tures, before the joint is moved or subjected to any
and the following appreciable internal or external pressure.
additional steps
are necessary:
HANDLING
During the initial setting of the cement, which begins about
a. Rotation of the pipe in the fitting may be omitted.
two minutes after application, (on small sizes) be careful not
b. Hold joint together for 1 to 3 minutes depending on
to move or disturb the joint. NIBCO offers, as a non-liability
pipe size.
supplier, the following drying times as a guide in aiding the
c. As an aid for joining in these larger sizes it is rec-
installer, engineer, owner, or other decision making party in
ommended that a come-along or pipe joining tool
deciding at his own risk when the joints are sufficiently dry
similar to that manufactured by Reed Manufacturing
for movement, handling, low pressure, initial joint testing,
Company be used.
application of high pressure tests, and introduction of working
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past field experience and laboratory tests.
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FlowGuard Gold® Pressure & DWV Piping Systems (Continued)
ABS, PVC, and CPVC-CTS Joint Movement Times 2. The PVC pipe and CPVC-CTS tube could possibly be
pressure tested up to 100% of its hydrostatic pressure
Nominal HOT WEATHER* MILD WEATHER* COLD WEATHER*
rating after the below drying times:
Size 90°-150°F Surface 50°-90°F Surface 10°-50°F Surface
Temperature Temperature Temperature
PVC and CPVC-CTS Joint Drying Times For 100%
1/2 - 1 /4
1 12 Min. 20 Min. 30 Min.
Pressure
11/2 - 21/2 30 Min. 45 Min. 1 Hr.
3 - 4 45 Min. 1 Hr. 1 Hr. & 30 Min. Nominal HOT WEATHER* MILD WEATHER* COLD WEATHER*
6 - 8 1 Hr. 1 Hr. & 30 Min. 2 Hrs. & 30 Min. Size 90°-150°F Surface 50°-90°F Surface 10°-50°F Surface
10 -12 2 Hrs. 3 Hrs. 5 Hrs. Temperature Temperature Temperature
*The temperatures above are only drying temperatures and should not be 1/2 - 11/4 4 Hrs. 5 Hrs. 7 Hrs.
confused with atmospheric, joining-temperature recommendations and limi- 11/2 - 21/2 6 Hrs. 8 Hrs. 10 Hrs.
tations. See section on “Joint Integrity.” 3 - 4 8 Hrs. 18 Hrs. 24 Hrs.
6 - 8 12 Hrs. 24 Hrs. 48 Hrs.
PRESSURE TESTING 10 -12 18 Hrs. 36 Hrs. 72 Hrs.

CAUTION: AIR OR COMPRESSED GAS ARE NOT RECOMMENDED AS *The temperatures above are only drying temperatures and should not
be confused with atmospheric, joining-temperature recommendations and
MEDIA FOR PRESSURE TESTING OF PLASTIC PIPING SYSTEMS.
limitations. See Section on “Joint Integrity.”

1. Initial joint testing: Initial joint testing of PVC and


CPVC-CTS pipe/tube could possibly be accomplished DO’S AND DON’TS
to 10% of its hydrostatic pressure rating after the DO:
below drying times have been observed: • Use the proper applicator.
• Use the proper type of solvent cement for the job.
PVC and CPVC-CTS Joint Drying Times at 10% Pressure. • Follow the instructions completely.

Nominal HOT WEATHER* MILD WEATHER* COLD WEATHER* DON’T:


Size 90°-150°F Surface 50°-90°F Surface 10°-50°F Surface • Attempt to solvent weld under the following conditions:
Temperature Temperature Temperature 1. If it is raining.
1/2 - 11/4 1 Hr. 1 Hr. & 15 Min. 1 Hr. & 45 Min. 2. If the atmospheric temperature is below 40°F.
11/2 - 21/2 1 Hr. & 30 Min. 1 Hr. & 45 Min. 3 Hrs. 3. If under direct exposure to sun at atmospheric tem-
3 - 4 2 Hrs. & 45 Min. 3 Hrs. & 30 Min. 6 Hrs. peratures above 90°F
6 - 8 3 Hrs. & 30 Min. 4 Hrs. 12 Hrs. • Discard empty cans of solvent, primer or rags in trench
10 -12 6 Hrs. 8 Hrs. 72 Hrs. or near piping. Concentrated fumes or dripping cement
or primer can cause piping failure.
*The temperatures above are only drying temperatures and should not be
confused with atmospheric, joining-temperature recommendations and limi-
tations. See Section on “Joint Integrity.”

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FlowGuard Gold® Pressure & DWV Piping Systems (Continued)
HOT WEATHER CEMENTING Applicators
Since cement contains a solvent, certain precautions or steps Nominal Size Roller Size Recommended Brush Width*, in.
should be taken when the atmospheric temperature is above 1/4 1/2
90°F, to avoid evaporation of the solvent from the cement just 3/8 1/2
1/2 1/2
prior to joining. Such evaporation will cause the cement to
3/4 1/2
prematurely set before joining, thus, adversely affecting the 1 Not 1/2
joint integrity. Use one or a combination of the list below to 11/4 Recommended 1
reduce the chances of this condition occurring: 11/2 1
2 1
21/2 11/2
1. Shade or shelter the joint surfaces from direct exposure 3 11/2
to the sun’s rays for at least one hour prior to joining and 4 3 2
during the joining process. 6 3
2. Make cement joints during early morning hours. 8 4
10 7 4, 6, or 8
3. Apply cement quickly. On 6” and larger pipe, it is rec- 12 4, 6, or 8
ommended that two persons apply cement to pipe sur
*Natural bristle brushes should always be specified. It is recognized that the
face while the third applies it to the fitting socket. recommended brush width may not always be readily available. However,
4. Join pipe to fittings as quickly as possible after apply- the selection should come as close as possible to the recommended width in
ing cement. order to ensure complete coverage with a minimum number of brush strokes.

REQUIREMENTS
COLD WEATHER CEMENTING
The below estimated PVC, CPVC, and ABS IPS pipe solvent
Because the solvents in the cement will not evaporate as
cement requirements should only be considered as a guideline
readily when the temperature is below 40°F, the pipe joints will
for usage and could vary according to a wide variety of
not set up as rapidly in cold weather. If solvent cementing must
installation conditions. Further, these estimates should in
be done when the temperature is below 40°F the following
no way be used to restrict the liberal cement application
suggestions are offered:
instructions recommended for the pipe.
1. Store pipe, fittings, cement and primer in a heated area. Number of Joints Per...*
*Each joint represents one socket in a fitting.
2. Prefab as much of the system as possible in a heated
work area. Nominal Size Pint Quart Gallon
3. Joints that must be made outside should be protected 1/2 130 260 1040
with a portable shelter and heated with indirect heat to 3/4 80 160 640
surface temperatures above 40°F prior to joining. The 1 70 140 560
shelter and heat should remain in place for at least two 11/4 50 100 400
hours after joint assembly. 11/2 35 70 280
4. Pipe and fittings must be dry prior to joining and the 2 20 40 160
joints should be kept dry until the cement has had suf- 21/2 17 34 136
ficient time to set. 3 15 30 120
4 10 20 80
CAUTION: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SPEED THE SETTING OR 5 8 16 64
DRYING OF THE CEMENT BY APPLYING DIRECT HEAT TO 6 N/R 8 24
THE SOLVENT WELDED JOINT. Forced rapid drying by heating 8 N/R 3 12
will cause the cement solvents to boil off, forming porosity, 10 N/R N/R 10
bubbles, and blisters in the cement film. 12 N/R N/R 6
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FlowGuard Gold® Pressure & DWV Piping Systems (Continued)
Applicators
*Natural bristle brushes should always be specified. It is recognized that the
recommended brush width may not always be readily available. However,
the selection should come as close as possible to the recommended width in
order to ensure complete coverage with a minimum number of brush strokes.

REQUIREMENTS
The below estimated PVC, CPVC, and ABS IPS pipe solvent
cement requirements should only be considered as a guideline
for usage and could
Nominal Size Joints vary according
1/2 255 to a wide variety
3/4 170 of installation
1 138 conditions. Further,
11/4 95 these estimates
11/2 68 should in no way
2 38 be used to restrict
the liberal cement
application instructions recommended for the pipe.
Number of Joints Per...*
*Each joint represents one socket in a fitting.
N/R - Not Recommended
The estimated CPVC-CTS solvent cement requirements listed
below should only be considered as a guideline for usage and
could vary according to a wide variety of installation conditions.
Further, these estimates should in no way be used to restrict
the liberal cement application instructions recommended for
the tube.

Number of Joints Per Pint

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Threading Instructions for Thermoplastic Pipe


Scope
The procedure presented herein covers threading of all IPS
Schedule 80 or heavier thermoplastic pipe. These tapered
threads are National Pipe Threads (NPT) which are cut to the
dimensions outlined in ANSI B1.20.1.

Thread Dimensions
PIPE THREADS
Nominal Outside Number Normal Length Total Length: Pitch Diameter Depth of
Size Diameter of Threads Engagement of Effective End of Pipe at End of Thread
Per Inch By Hand Thread to Vanish Point Internal Thread (Max.)
D, in. C, in. A, in. B, in. E, in. in.
1/4 0.540 18 0.228 0.4018 0.5946 0.49163 0.04444
1/2 0.840 14 0.320 0.5337 0.7815 0.77843 0.05714
3/4 1.050 14 0.339 0.5457 0.7935 0.98887 0.05714
1 1.315 111/2 0.400 0.6828 0.9845 1.23863 0.06957
11/4 1.660 111/2 0.420 0.7068 1.0085 1.58338 0.06957
11/2 1.900 111/2 0.420 0.7235 1.0252 1.82234 0.06957
2 2.375 111/2 0.436 0.7565 1.0582 2.29627 0.06957
21/2 2.875 8 0.682 1.1375 1.5712 2.76216 0.10000
3 3.500 8 0.766 1.2000 1.6337 3.38850 0.10000
4 4.500 8 0.844 1.3000 1.7337 4.38713 0.10000
Note: Do not thread Schedule 40 pipe.

THREADING EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS


• Pipe dies
• Pipe vise
• Threading ratchet or power machine THREADING DIES
• Tapered plug Thread-cutting dies should be clean, sharp, and in good
• Cutting lubricant (soap and water) condition, and should not be used to cut materials other
• Strap wrench than plastics. Dies with a 5° negative front-rake angle are
• PTFE tape recommended when using power threading equipment and dies
• Cutting tools with a 5° to 10° negative front-rake angle are recommended
• Deburring tool when cutting threads by hand. When cutting threads with
power threading equipment, self-opening die heads and a
PIPE PREPARATION slight chamfer to lead the dies will speed production.
Plastic pipe can be easily cut with a powersaw, circular saw,
band saw, or handsaw. For best results, use a fine-toothed 1. Hold pipe firmly in
blade (16-18 teeth per inch) with little or no set (maximum 0.025 a pipe vise. Protect
inch). A circumferential speed of about 6,000 ft./min. is suitable the pipe at the point
for circular saws; band saw speed should be approximately of grip by inserting
3,000 ft./min. Carbide-tipped blades are preferable when quan- a rub- ber sheet
tities of pipe are to be cut. To ensure square-end cuts, a mitre or other material
box, holddown, or jig should be used. Pipe or tubing cutters can between the pipe
be used for smaller diameter pipe when the cutting wheel is and vise.
specifically designed for plastic pipe. Such a cutter is available
from the Reed Manufacturing Co. or Ridge Tool Company.

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2. A tapered reinforcing 4. Push straight down


plug must be on the handle,
inserted in the end avoiding side
of the pipe to be pressure that might
threaded. This plug distort the sides
provides additional of the threads. If
support and prevents power threading
distortion of the pipe equip- ment is used,
in the threaded area. the dies should not
Distortion of the pipe during the thread- ing operation will result be driven at high speeds or with heavy pressure. Apply
in eccentric threads, non-uniform circumferential thread depth an external lubricant liberally when cutting the threads.
or gouging and tearing of the pipe wall. See table below for Advance the die to the point where the thread dimensions
approx- imate plug O.D. dimensions. are equal to those listed in the table on Thread Dimensions
above. Do not over-thread.

Reinforcing Plug Dimensions* 5. Periodically check


the threads with a
ring gage to ensure
Nominal Size Plug O.D.*
1/2 0.526
that proper proce-
3/4 0.722 dures are being
1 0.935 followed. Thread
11/4 1.254 dimensions are list-
11/2 1.476 ed in the table on
2 1.913 Thread Dimensions.
21/2 2.289 The gauging tolerance is ± 11/2 turns.
3 2.864
4 3.786 6. Brush threads clean of chips and ribbons. Then starting
with the second
These dimensions are based on the median wall thicknesses and average
outside diameter for the respective pipe sizes. Variations in wall thickness
full thread, and
and 0. D. dimensions may require alteration of the plug dimensions. continuing over the
thread length, wrap
3. Use a die stock with PTFE thread tape
a proper guide that in the direction of
is free of burrs or the threads. Overlap
sharp edges, so that each wrap by one
the die will start and half the width of the
go on square to the tape. Thread lubricant/sealant may be used if approved by
pipe axis. the manufacturer.

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7. Thread the fitting


onto the pipe and
tighten by hand.
Using a strap wrench
only, further tighten
the connection an
additional one to
two threads past
hand tightness.
Avoid excessive torque as this may cause thread damage or
fitting damage.

Pressure Testing
Threaded piping systems can be pressure tested up to 100% of
their hydrostatic pressure rating as soon as the last connection
is made.

CAUTION: AIR OR COMPRESSED GAS ARE NOT RECOMMENDED


AS MEDIA FOR PRESSURE TESTING OF PLASTIC PIPING
SYSTEMS. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS WARNING MAY RESULT
IN PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

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Flanged Joints

Scope ANSI B16.5 Dimensional Data for Flanges and Flanged


Flanging is used extensively for plastic process lines that Fittings
require periodic dismantling. Plastic flanges and factory flanged (Dimensions and Bolts Conform to Class 150 Steel Flanges)
valves and fittings in PVC, CPVC, PVDF and polypropylene are Sealing
available in a full range of sizes and types for joining to pipe
by solvent welding, threading, or thermosealing as in the case Dimensions
with polypropylene and PVDF. Gasket seals between the Drilling
Nominal Outside Diameter Diameter of
flange faces should be an elastomeric full flat-faced gasket Size Diameter Number of Bolt Bolt Circle
with a hardness of 50 to 70 durometer A. NIBCO can provide (inches) of Holes (Inches) (inches)
polychloroprene (CR) gaskets nominal sizes 1/2 through 8 having 1/2 3.50 4 1/2 2.38
a 1/8 inch thickness. For chemical environments too aggressive for 3/4 3.88 4 1/2 2.75
polychloroprene other more resistant elastomers should be used. 1 4.25 4 1/2 3.12
11/4 4.62 4 1/2 3.50
Dimensions 11/2 5.00 4 1/2 3.88
2 6.00 4 5/8 4.75
Bolt circle and number of bolt holes for the flanges are the
21/2 7.00 4 5/8 5.50
same as Class 150 metal flanges per ANSI B16.5. Threads are 3 7.50 4 5/8 6.00
tapered iron pipe size threads per ANSI B1.20.1. The socket 4 9.00 8 5/8 7.50
dimensions conform to ASTM D2467, which describes nominal 6 11.00 8 3/4 9.50
sizes 1/2 thru 8. Internal NIBCO specifications have been 8 13.50 8 3/4 11.75
established for the size 10 and 12 PVC patterns. 10 16.00 12 7/8 14.25
12 19.00 12 7/8 17.00
Pressure Rating
As with all other thermoplastic piping components, the The faces of the flanges are tapered back away from the orifice
maximum non-shock operating pressure is a function of area at a 1/2 to 1º pitch, so that when the bolts are tightened,
temperature. Maximum pressure rating for NIBCO® valves, the faces will be pulled together generating a force in the
unions and flanges is 150 psi. Above 100°F refer to the chart. water way area to improve the sealing.

Maximum Operating Pressure (psi) INSTALLATION TIPS


Operating Temp. °F PVC
Once a flange is joined to the pipe, the method for joining two
100 150 flanges together is as follows:
110 135 1. Make sure that all the bolt holes of the mating flanges
120 110 match up. It is not necessary to twist the flange and pipe to
130 75 achieve this.
140 50 2. Insert all bolts.
150 N/R 3. Make sure that the faces of the mating flanges are not
160 N/R separated by excessive distance prior to bolting down the
170 N/R flanges.
180 N/R
4. The bolts on the plastic flanges should be tightened by
190 N/R
200 N/R pulling down the nuts diametrically opposite each other
250 N/R
using a torque wrench. Complete tightening should be
280 N/R accomplished in stages and the final torque values shown
in the table should be followed for the various sizes of
N/R Not Recommended flanges. Uniform stress across the flange will eliminate
leaky gaskets.

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Flanged Joints (continued) Adapting Plastic Piping to


Other Piping Materials
Flange Size Recommended Torque* THREADED CONNECTIONS - ABS, CPVC, & PVC pipe less than
1/2 - 1 1/2 10- 15 ft. lbs. Schedule 80 wall should not be threaded. Most codes require

2 - 4 20- 30 ft. lbs. transition from one material to another by use of appropriate
6 - 8 33- 50 ft. lbs. adapter fittings. NIBCO offers a complete line of adapters for
10 53- 75 ft. lbs.
12 80-110 ft. lbs.
ABS, CPVC, & PVC.
Common thread sealants should not be used on threaded ABS,
CPVC, or PVC joints. When necessary, PTFE pipe tape can be
*For a well-lubricated bolt with flat washers under bolt head and nut. used.

The following tightening pattern is suggested for the CONNECTING CPVC TO METAL PIPE OR FITTINGS - The
flange bolts: recommended methods of joining CPVC tube to metal threaded
valves or piping are to use one of the special transition unions
or a CPVC adapter with a threaded-brass insert. Threaded
plastic-to-metal connections are not recommended. The
difference in the rates of expansion of CPVC and metal may
cause leakage in threaded joints.

CONNECTING CPVC TO HOT WATER HEATER


An approved temperature/pressure relief valve should be
5. If the flange is mated to a rigid and stationary flanged assembled to the hot water heater so that the probe or sensing
object, or a metal flange, particularly in a buried element enters the water at the top of the heater. Using metal
situation where settling could occur with the plastic nipples, extend the metal piping at least 12 inches from the
pipe, the plastic flange must be supported to eliminate water heater on both the cold water supply and the hot water
potential stressing. discharge lines. Special transition unions or CPVC adapters
with a threaded-brass insert must be used to join the CPVC
tube to the nipples. Do not use CPVC pipe and fittings with
commercial type non-storage water heaters.

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Pipe Support Spacing


ABS & PVC piping should be supported just as any other piping Pipe Support Spacing, CPVC-CTS, Ft.
system. Ordinary hanger straps may be used for suspending Nominal
Size 70°F 100°F 140°F 180°F
below floor systems. The light weight of ABS & PVC may lead
1/2 3 3 21/2 21/2
one to believe that wider hanger spacing could be permitted.
3/4 3 3 21/2 21/2
Four or five foot spacing is recommended, with proper support
1 3 3 21/2 21/2
at the base of each stack. CPVC Pressure pipe should be sup-
1 /4 4 4 31/2 31/2
1
ported every three feet.
11/2 4 4 31/2 31/2
2 4 4 31/2 31/2
Since ABS, CPVC, & PVC are non-metallic, they are not as
“stiff” as their metal counterparts, therefore the installer must Pipe Support Spacing, PVC-Schedule 40, Ft.
exercise care to assure proper alignment of required grades. Nominal
Size 70°F 100°F 140°F
Branch fittings serving trap arms should also be secured to the 1/2 41/2 4 21/2
framing to prevent movement. Hanger straps should not be so 3/4 5 4 21/2
tight as to compress, distort, cut, or abrade the piping. 1 5 /2 4 /2 21/2
1 1

1 /4 6 5 3
1

ALLOWING FOR EXPANSION-In Pressure piping, allowance 11/2 6 5 3


for expansion due to changing temperature is important. It 2 6 5 3
is good practice to include a 12-inch offset every ten feet 2 /2 7 6 3 /2
1 1

in a straight run. Illustrated below are several methods for 3 7 6 31/2


providing off sets. 4 71/2 61/2 4
5 71/2 61/2 4
Specific Gravity Correction Factor
6 81/2 71/2 41/2
1.1 0.98
8 9 8 41/2
1.2 0.96
10 10 81/2 5
1.4 0.93
12 10 81/2 5
1.6 0.90
2.0 0.85 Pipe Support Spacing, PVC-Schedule 80, Ft.
2.5 0.80 Nominal
Size 70°F 100°F 140°F
The above data is for un-insulated lines. For insulated lines 1/2 5 41/2 21/2
reduce spans to 70% of table values. For spans of less than 2 3/4 51/2 4 21/2
feet continuous support should be used. 1 6 5 3
1 /4 6 /2 5 /2 3 /2
1 1 1 1
Pipe Support Spacing, ABS-DWV, Ft.
Nominal 11/2 61/2 51/2 31/2
Size 70°F 100°F 140°F 2 7 6 31/2
1 /4 4 /2 4 /2 4
1 1 1 21/2 8 7 4
11/2 5 5 41/2 3 8 7 4
2 5 5 41/2 4 9 71/2 41/2
3 6 6 51/2 6 10 9 5
4 61/4 61/4 53/4 8 11 91/2 51/2
6 63/4 63/4 6
8 7 7 61/2
10 7 7 61/2
12 7 7 61/2

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Expansion and Contraction of Plastic Pipe


CALCULATING STRESS Example 1:
Plastics, like other piping materials, undergo dimensional Assuming the temperature extremes are from 70°F to 100°F,
changes as a result of temperature variations above and below what would be the amount of force developed in nominal size
the installation temperature. If movement resulting from these 2 Schedule 40 PVC pipe with the pipe rigidly held and restricted
dimensional changes is restricted by adjacent equipment or by at both ends?
a vessel to which the pipe may be rigidly attached, the resultant
stresses and forces may cause damage to such items or even S = EC(T1-T2)
to the pipe itself. In such a case, where compensation is not S = EC(30)
provided for these dimensional changes and where the piping S = (3.60 x 105) x (3.0 x 10-5)(30)
system is rigidly held or restricted at both ends, an estimate of S = 324 psi
the magnitude of the resultant stresses can be obtained with
the following formula. This formula relates the temperature The magnitude of the resultant longitudinal forces:
differential to the temperature dependent modulus and the F=SxA
expansion coefficient for the particular plastic material.
Where:
S = EC(T1-T2) F = Force (lbs)
S = Stress (psi)
Where: A = Cross-sectional Area (in2)
S = Stress (psi)
E = Modulus of Elasticity (psi) (See table below for specific Nominal size 2 Schedule 40 PVC Pipe has:
values at various temperatures) OD = 2.375 in
C = Coefficient of Expansion (in/in/°Fx105) (See physical prop- ID = 2.047 in
erty chart on page 68 for values)
OD 2
[( ) - ( ) ] X 3.14 = 1.14in
2
ID 2
T1-T2 = Temperature differential between the installation tem- Cross-sectional area (A) =
2 2
perature and the maximum or minimum system temperature
N/A = Not Applicable Therefore, the magnitude of the resultant longitudinal force is:
F = SA

Temperature Vs. Modulus (x 105) psi


F = 324 x 1.14
Temperature, °F 73 90 100 140 180 210
F = 369 lbs.
PVC 4.20 3.75 3.60 2.70 N/A N/A
CPVC 4.23 4.00 3.85 3.25 2.69 2.20
The extent of expansion or contraction is dependent upon
ABS 2.71 2.43 2.40 1.90 1.54 N/A
the piping material of construction and its coefficient of
linear expansion which, for convenience, is listed below
The magnitude of the resultant longitudinal forces can be for several materials in units of inches of expansion per 10°F
determined by multiplying the stress, times the plastic cross- temperature change per 100 feet of pipe or tube.
sectional area.
Expansion Coefficient
Material Y, in/10°F/100ft
PVC 0.360
CPVC 0.380
ABS 0.500
The degree of thermal expansion or contraction is also depen-
dent upon the system temperature differential, as well as, the
length of pipe run between changes in direction and it can be
calculated using the following formula:
∆L = Y(T1 - T2) L x
10 100
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Expansion and Contraction of Plastic Pipe (Continued)


Where: Example 3:
∆L = Dimensional change due to thermal expansion How long should the expansion loop legs be in order to
or contraction (in.) compensate for the expansion in Example 2?
Y= Expansion coefficient (in/10°F/100ft) (See Table
on previous page) R = 1.44 √D∆L
(T1-T2) = Temperature differential between the installation
temperature and the maximum and minimum Flexibility, through the introduction of flexural off-sets, must
system temperature, which ever provides the be inserted into a piping system design in situations where
greatest differential (°F) straight runs of pipe are long or the ends of a straight run are
L= Length of pipe run between changes in direction restricted from movement and also in situations where the sys-
(ft)
tem is restrained. Several examples of methods for inserting

flexibility in these situations are graphically presented below.
Example 2:
In each case, rigid supports or restraints should not be placed
How much expansion can be expected in a 200 foot straight run
within the leg length of an expansion loop, off-set, or bend.
of nominal size 3 PVC Pipe that will be installed at 75°F when
the piping system will be operated at a maximum of 120°F and
a minimum of 40°?

∆L = 0.360(120 - 75) x 200


10 100
∆L = .360 x 4.5 x 2.0 = 3.24 inches

Stresses and forces that result from thermal expansion and


contraction can be reduced or eliminated by providing for
flexibility in the piping system through frequent changes in
direction or introduction of loops as graphically depicted in the
figures below.

Normally, piping systems are designed with sufficient directional Fig. 1 Fig. 2
changes which provide inherent flexibility to compensate for
expansion and contraction. However, when this is not the case
or when there is reasonable doubt as to the adequate flexibility
of the system, expansion loops or expansion joints should
be designed into the system. If an expansion loop (which is
fabricated with 90° elbows and straight pipe as depicted in
Fig. 1) is to be used, the leg length (R) should be determined
by using the following formula to ensure that it is of sufficient
length to absorb expansion and contraction movement without
damage.

R = 1.44 √D∆L
Where: Fig. 3 Fig. 4
R = Expansion loop leg length (ft)
D = Nominal outside diameter of pipe (in)
∆L = Dimensional change due to thermal expansion or
contraction (in)
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5 years
NIBCO ® Plastic Fittings Warranty
NIBCO INC. LIMITED WARRANTY
Applicable to NIBCO INC. Plumbing Plastic Fittings and Valves

NIBCO INC. warrants each NIBCO plumbing plastic fitting (including plumbing valves) to be free from defects in material and
workmanship under normal use and service for a period of five (5) years from the date of purchase.

In the event any defect occurs which the owner believes is covered by this warranty, the owner should immediately contact
NIBCO Technical Services, either in writing or by telephone at 1.888.446.4226 or 1.574.295.3000. The owner will be instructed to
return said fitting or valve, at the owner’s expense, to NIBCO INC. or an authorized NIBCO INC. representative for inspection. In the
event said inspection discloses to the satisfaction of NIBCO INC. that said fitting or valve is defective, a replacement shall be mailed
free of charge to the owner, and NIBCO INC. shall further pay the installing contractor the sum of ten ($10.00) dollars to apply on
the cost of installation of said replacement fitting or valve.

TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, THIS WARRANTY SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDES INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES OF EVERY TYPE AND DESCRIPTION RESULTING FROM ANY CLAIMED DEFECT IN MATERIAL OR WORKMANSHIP,
INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PERSONAL INJURIES AND PROPERTY DAMAGES.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitations of incidental or consequential damages, so these
limitations my not apply to you.

TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF


MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED IN DURATION.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary
from state to state and country to country.

How to Order
State quantity, figure number and size for each valve or TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
fitting you wish to order. See individual catalog pages for Engineers, contractors, wholesalers or manufacturers may
specific or special product designations. obtain special or technical assistance from any factory
representative of NIBCO. Write, fax or phone.
HOW MANY TO ORDER
NIBCO ® valves and fittings are decimal packed for your NIBCO INC.
convenience in handling, shipping and stock-keeping. World Headquarters
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POLICY ON RETURNS TO FACTORY USA
No NIBCO valves and fittings are to be returned without
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Page

Illustrated Index.................................................................. 92 - 93

Two Piece Ball Valves


T/S-FP-600-A........................................................................... 94
S-FP-600-AD............................................................................ 95

Gas Ball Valves, Gas Cocks & Log Lighters


GB1A....................................................................................... 96
GB2A....................................................................................... 96
GBVA38M/GBVA12M.............................................................. 97
GBVA....................................................................................... 97
GBVA38FL/GBVA12FL............................................................. 97

Boiler Drains
QT73X...................................................................................... 98
QT74X...................................................................................... 98
73-CL....................................................................................... 98
74-CL....................................................................................... 98
Hose Bibbs & Garden Valves
QT56X...................................................................................... 98

Sillcocks
QT63X....................................................................................... 99
QT763X..................................................................................... 99

Stop & Stop Waste Valves


76-LF...................................................................................... 100
726-LF.................................................................................... 100

Bronze & Brass Gate and Check Valves


T/S-29................................................................................... 101
TI/SI-8................................................................................... 102
T/S-113.................................................................................. 103
T/S-480................................................................................. 104
TI/SI-3................................................................................... 105
T/S-413.................................................................................. 106

Engineering Data
Figure Number Comparison................................................... 109

Installation Instructions for Metal Connections....... 107 - 108


Warranty...................................................................................... 110

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Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Accessory Products


Illustrated Index
Two-Piece Brass Ball Valve Two-Piece Brass Ball Valve Two-Piece Gas Ball Valve
NSF/ANSI 61 Compliant 600 PSI CWP with Lever Handle
600 PSI CWP CSA Certified

T or S-FP-600-A S-FP-600-AD GB1A


Sizes Z\x" thru 4" Sizes Z\x" thru 1" Sizes C\," thru 1"
Threaded or Solder Ends Solder Ends Threaded Ends
page 94 page 95 page 96

Two-Piece Gas Ball Valve Two-Piece Gas Ball Valve Two-Piece Gas Ball Valve
with Square Head with Lever Handle with Lever Handle
CSA Certified CSA Certified CSA Certified

GB2A GBVA GBVA38FL/GBVA12FL


Sizes Z\x" thru C\v" Sizes C\," thru Z\x" Sizes C\," thru Z\x"
Threaded Ends Female x Flare Flare x Flare
page 96 page 97 page 97

Two-Piece Gas Ball Valve Quarter-Turn Boiler Drain Quarter-Turn Boiler Drain
with Lever Handle 125 lb. CWP 125 lb. CWP
CSA Certified

GBVA38M/GBVA12M QT73X QT74X


Sizes C\," thru Z\x" Sizes: Z\x" - C\v" Sizes: 12" - C\v"
Flare x Male FIP to Hose Cup or MIP Threads to Hose
page 97 page 98 page 98

Bronze Boiler Drain Bronze Boiler Drain Quarter-Turn Hose Bibb


Screw-in Bonnet Screw-in Bonnet 125 lb. CWP
125 lb. CWP 125 lb. CWP
Classic Pro Classic Pro

74-CL QT56X
73-CL Sizes Z\x" - C\v" Size Z\x" - C\v"
Sizes Z\x" - C\v" Z\x Cup or MIP to Hose Cup or Male to Hose
FIP to Hose C\v MIP to Hose Male Thread to Hose
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Illustrated Index
Quarter-Turn Angle Sillcock Quarter-Turn Angle Sillcock Lead Free* Stop & Waste Valve
with Drain
125 lb. CWP

QT63X QT763X 76-LF


Size Z\x" - C\v" Size Z\x" - C\v" Sizes Z\x" - C\v"
Threaded to Hose Solder to Hose FIP x FIP
page 99 page 99 page 100

Lead Free* Stop & Waste Valve Bronze Gate Valve Brass Gate Valve
with Drain Screw-in Bonnet • Full Port Screw-in Bonnet • Full Port
125 lb. CWP 200 lb. CWP 200 lb. CWP

S/T-29 SI/TI-8
726-LF Non-Rising Stem • Solid Wedge Non-Rising Stem • Solid Wedge
Sizes Z\x" - C\v" Sizes Z\x" - 2" Sizes Z\v" - 4"
Cup x Cup Threaded or Solder Ends Threaded or Solder Ends
page 100 page 101 page 102

Brass Gate Valve Bronze Check Valve Brass Check Valve


Screw-in Bonnet Inline Lift Type Swing Type
200 lb. CWP 200 lb. CWP 200 lb. CWP

S/T-113
Non-Rising Stem • Solid Wedge S/T-480 SI/TI-3
Sizes Z\v" - 3" Sizes C\," - 2" Sizes Z\x" - 3"
Threaded or Solder Ends Threaded or Solder Ends Threaded or Solder Ends
page 103 page 104 page 105

Bronze Check Valve


Horizontal Swing
200 lb. CWP

S/T-413
Sizes Z\v" - 3"
Threaded or Solder Ends
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Brass Ball Valves


Two-piece Body • Full Port • Blowout-proof Stem • PTFE Seats
¹⁄₄"-2" 600 PSI/41.4 bar non-shock cold working pressure
2¹⁄₂"-4" 400 PSI/27.6 bar non-shock cold working pressure
CSA CERTIFIED TO ASME B16.44
AND CR91-002 (THREADED Z\v"-4") • UL LISTED (THREADED Z\v"-4")
• FM APPROVED (THREADED Z\v"-2")
Threaded
CSA (Z\v" - 4"):
T-FP-600A
• CR91-002: ¹⁄₂ psig, 2 psig, and 5 psig (these are specific approved categories) Threaded
• ASME B13.44: 125 psig (maximum)
• Temperature is -4° F to 194° F
Threaded
FM (1/4" - 2"):
• 175wwp threaded S-FP-600A
UL, Gas and Oil (Z\v" - 4"): Solder
• YQNZ, compressed gas shutoff valves: 250 psi
• YRBX, flammable liquid shutoff valves: 250 psi
• YRPV, gas shutoff valves: 250 psi
• YSDT, LP-gas shutoff valves: 250 psi
• MHKZ, manual valves: 250 psi

MATERIAL LIST
PART SPECIFICATION
1. Body Forged Brass2 CU > 57% T-FP-600A
NPT x NPT
2. End Cap Forged Brass2 CU > 57%
3. Ball Seat PTFE
4. Ball Brass, Chrome Plated
5. Stem Brass
6. O-ring (stem seal)* Fluorocarbon (FKM)
7. Stem Packing PTFE
8. Packing Nut Brass
9. Lever Handle 1 Steel, Plated
10. Lock Washer* Stainless Steel
11. Handle Nut 1 Stainless Steel
Note: * parts 6 and 10 are applicable of S-FP-600A only.
1 Due to standard approvals, lever handles and nuts are not interchangeable between solder and threaded. S-FP-600A
2 For material certification, contact NIBCO Technical Services.
CxC

DIMENSIONS—WEIGHTS—QUANTITIES
Dimensions
T-FP-600A S-FP-600A T-FP-600A S-FP-600A T-FP-600A S-FP-600A Port
Size A A B B C C D T-FP-600A S-FP-600A T-FP-600A S-FP-600N
In. mm. In. mm. In. mm. In. mm. In. mm. In. mm. In. mm. In. mm. Lbs. Kg. Lbs. Kg. Ctn. Qty. Ctn. Qty.
¹⁄₄ 8 1.76 45 — — 1.73 44 — — 3.54 90 — — .39 10 .33 .15 — — 18 —
³⁄₈ 10 1.76 45 1.75 44 1.73 44 1.58 40 3.54 90 3.78 96 .39 10 .30 .14 .38 .17 18 18
¹⁄₂ 15 2.05 52 2.01 51 1.92 49 1.78 45 3.54 90 3.78 96 .59 15 .44 .20 .40 .18 18 18
³⁄₄ 20 2.36 60 2.74 70 2.09 53 2.13 54 3.78 96 3.98 101 .75 19 .66 .30 .67 .30 12 12
1 25 2.76 70 3.35 85 2.56 65 2.52 64 4.53 115 4.41 112 .98 25 1.10 .50 1.12 .51 6 6
1¹⁄₄ 32 3.31 84 3.78 96 2.95 75 2.65 67 4.53 115 5.04 128 1.26 32 1.57 .71 1.49 .67 4 4
1¹⁄₂ 40 3.66 93 4.42 112 3.35 85 3.12 79 5.51 140 6.22 158 1.57 40 2.40 1.09 2.38
1.08 2 2
2 50 4.18 106 5.34 136 3.68 93 3.41 87 5.51 140 6.22 158 1.97 50 3.37 1.53 3.62
1.64 2 2
2¹⁄₂ 65 5.38 137 6.28 160 4.76 121 4.76 121 8.66 220 8.66 220 2.56 65 7.60 3.45 6.36
2.88 3 3
3 75 6.04 153 7.15 182 5.08 129 5.08 129 8.66 220 8.66 220 2.95 75 9.36 4.24 8.32
3.77 2 2
4 100 7.39 188 — — 5.87 149 — — 9.61 244 — — 3.89 99 16.85 7.64 — — 1 —
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Brass Ball Valves


Two-piece Body • Full Port • Blowout-proof Stem • PTFE Seats • w/ Drain

600 PSI/41.4 bar non-shock cold working pressure

MATERIAL LIST
PART SPECIFICATION
1. Body Forged Brass1 CU > 57%
2. End Cap Forged Brass1 CU > 57%
3. Ball Seat PTFE
4. Ball Brass, Chrome Plated
5. Stem Brass S-FP-600-AD
6. Stem Packing PTFE Solder
7. Packing Nut Brass
8. Lever Handle Steel, Plated
9. Handle Nut Stainless Steel
10. Drainable Cap Brass
11. Rubber Seat Silicone
Note: 1 for material certification, contact NIBCO Technical Services.

S-FP-600-AD
CxC

DIMENSIONS—WEIGHTS—QUANTITIES
Dimensions
Size A B C D Weight
In. mm. In. mm. In. mm. In. mm. In. mm. Lbs. Kg. Ctn Qty.
¹⁄₂ 15 2.16 55 1.67 42 3.54 90 .58 15 .54 .24 20
³⁄₄ 20 2.85 72 2.03 52 4.47 114 .75 19 .76 .34 12
1 25 3.38 86 2.24 57 4.47 114 .95 24 1.07 .49 6

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Gas Ball Valve


GB1A Female x Female, Lever Handle
• CSA Certified to Z\x PSI for indoor appliance connections per ANSI Z21.15/CSA 9.1
• 5 PSI for indoor shutoff per CGA CR91-002 and ASME B16.44
• 600 PSI CWP Rated
MATERIAL LIST
PART SPECIFICATION
1. Body Forged Brass1 CU>57%
2. End Piece Forged Brass1 CU>57% GB1A
3. Seat PTFE, Glass Reinforced
4. Ball Brass, Chrome Plated
5. Stem Brass
6. O-Ring Nitrile
7. Handle Aluminum, Painted Red
8. Nut Steel, Plated
9. ID Plate Aluminum

DIMENSIONS—WEIGHT
Size (In.) A B C D E Wgt
C\, 1.91 1.14 1.19 0.39 0.51 .31
Z\x 2.21 1.19 1.19 0.47 0.61 .36
C\v 2.45 1.26 1.19 0.59 0.67 .47
1 2.76 1.36 1.19 0.75 0.71 .91
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GB2A Female x Female, Square Head


• CSA Certified to Z\x PSI for indoor appliance connections per ANSI Z21.15/CSA 9.1
• 5 PSI for indoor shutoff per CGA CR91-002 and ASME B16.44
• 600 PSI CWP Rated

MATERIAL LIST
PART SPECIFICATION
1. Body Forged Brass1 CU>57% GB2A
2. End Piece Forged Brass1 CU>55%
3. Seat PTFE, Glass Reinforced
4. Ball Brass, Chrome Plated
5. Stem Brass
6. O-Ring Nitrile
7. Handle Copper Alloy Painted Red
8. Screw Steel, Plated

DIMENSIONS—WEIGHT
Size (In.) A B C D E Wgt

Z\x 2.21 1.44 .95 .47 .61 .34


C\v 2.45 1.56 .95 .59 .67 .45
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Gas Ball Valve


GBVA38M/GBVA12M — Flare x MPT, Lever Handle
• CSA Certified to Z\x PSI for indoor appliance connections
per ANSI Z21.15/CSA 9.1
• 5 PSI for indoor shut-off per ASME B16.44 and CGA CR91-002

MATERIAL LIST
PART SPECIFICATION
1. Body Forged Brass1 CU>57%
2. End Piece Forged Brass1 CU>57%
3. Seat PTFE, Glass Reinforced
4. Ball Brass, Chrome Plated
5. Stem Brass DIMENSIONS—WEIGHT
6. O-Ring Nitrile Size (In.) A B C d1 D E W Wgt
7. Handle Aluminum, Painted Red
8. Nut Steel, Plated C\, 2.35 .62 1.14 .28 .39 1.19 B\, -18 UNF .34
9. ID Plate Aluminum Z\x 2.47 .75 1.14 .39 .39 1.19 C\v -16 UNF .36
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GBVA — Flare x FPT, Lever Handle


• CSA Certified to Z\x PSI for indoor appliance connections
per ANSI Z21.15/CSA 9.1
• 5 PSI for indoor shut-off per ASME B16.44 and CGA CR91-002
MATERIAL LIST
PART SPECIFICATION
1. Body Forged Brass1 CU>57%
2. End Piece Forged Brass1 CU>57%
3. Seat PTFE, Glass Reinforced
4. Ball Brass, Chrome Plated
5. Stem Brass
6. O-Ring Nitrile DIMENSIONS—WEIGHT
7. Handle Aluminum, Painted Red Size (In.) A B C d1 D E W Wgt
8. Ball Seat PTFE
9. Nut Steel, Plated C\, 2.13 .62 1.14 .28 .39 1.19 B\, -18 UNF .35
10. ID Plate Aluminum Z\x 2.25 .75 1.14 .39 .39 1.19 C\v -16 UNF .44
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GBVA38FL/GBVA12FL — Flare x Flare, Lever Handle


• CSA Certified to Z\x PSI for indoor appliance connections
per ANSI Z21.15/CSA 9.1
• 5 PSI for indoor shut-off per ASME B16.44 and CGA CR91-002

MATERIAL LIST
PART SPECIFICATION
1. Body Forged Brass1 CU>57%
2. End Piece Forged Brass1 CU>57%
3. Seat PTFE, Glass Reinforced
4. Ball Brass, Chrome Plated
5. Stem Brass
6. O-Ring Nitrile DIMENSIONS—WEIGHT
7. Handle Aluminum, Painted Red Size (In.) A B C D E W Wgt
8. Ball Seat PTFE
C\, 2.37 .62 1.14 .28 1.19 B\, -18 UNF .36
9. Nut Steel, Plated
10. ID Plate Aluminum Z\x 2.62 .75 1.14 .39 1.19 C\v -16 UNF .47
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Boiler Drains
125 lb. CWP to 100°F
Maximum Temperature 180°F

73-CL
NOM. DIMENSIONS APPROX.
DESCRIPTION SIZE NET WT.
B
Boiler Drain Z\x" 3 Z\v" .50 lb
Threaded to Hose C\v" 3 B\zn" .60 lb
QT73X
NOM. DIMENSIONS APPROX. IAPMO Listed to cUPC®
DESCRIPTION NET WT.
SIZE A B
BOILER DRAIN Z\x 2.64" 1.57" .42 lb
FIP to Hose C\v 2.72" 1.65" .46 lb
IAPMO Listed to cUPC® and NSF/ANSI 61-9

74-CL
NOM. DIMENSIONS APPROX.
DESCRIPTION SIZE NET WT.
B
Boiler Drain Z\x" 3 ZZ\zn" .4 lb
Copper or Male
QT74X Threads to Hose C\v"* 3 C\v" .45 lb
DIMENSIONS IAPMO Listed to cUPC®
NOM. APPROX.
DESCRIPTION NET WT.
* C\v" furnished in male threads only
SIZE A B
BOILER DRAIN Z\x" 2.64" 1.57" .40 lb
Cup or MIP
Threads to Hose C\v"* 2.72" 1.65" .42 lb
IAPMO Listed to cUPC® and NSF/ANSI 61-9
* C\v" furnished in male threads only

Hose Bibbs
125 lb. CWP to 100°F
Maximum Temperature 180°F

QT56X
Nom. DIMENSIONS APPROX.
DESCRIPTION Size NET WT.
A B
HOSE BIBB Z\x 3.15" 2.17" .40 lb
Cup or Male to Hose
Male Thread to Hose C\v 3.15" 2.14" .42 lb
IAPMO Listed to cUPC® and NSF/ANSI 61-9

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QTX Series Quarter-Turn Low Pressure Sillcocks


• IAPMO Listed to cUPC® and NSF/ANSI 61-9

QT63X
Nom. DIMENSIONS APPROX.
DESCRIPTION Size NET WT.
A B
Z\x 1.38" 1.77" .44 lb
ANGLE SILLCOCK
Threaded to Hose C\v 1.38" 1.85" .48 lb

QT763X
Nom. DIMENSIONS APPROX.
DESCRIPTION Size NET WT.
A B

ANGLE SILLCOCK Z\x 1.38" 1.54" .43 lb


Solder to Hose
C\v 1.38" 1.69" .48 lb

MATERIAL LIST
PART SPECIFICATION
Screw Steel
I.D. Tag Aluminum
Handle Zinc
Stem Brass ASTM B 16 UNS C36000
O-Ring Nitrile
Seat PTFE
Ball Brass ASTM B 16 UNS C36000
Adapter Brass ASTM B 283 UNS C37700
Body Brass ASTM B 283 UNS C37700

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Lead-Free* Stop & Stop Waste Valves


125 lb. CWP to 100°F
Maximum Temperature 180°F

76-LF 726-LF
NOM. DIMENSIONS APPROX. *NOM. DIMENSIONS APPROX.
DESCRIPTION SIZE NET WT. DESCRIPTION SIZE NET WT.
A B B C
Stop & Waste 1/2 Stop & Waste 1/2
" 23/16" 29/16" .54 lb " 29/16" 13/16" .42 lb
Valve Valve
3/4 3/4
FIP x FIP " 25/16" 29/16" .60 lb Cup x Cup " 29/16" 13/16" .49 lb

*Weighted average lead content ≤ 0.25%

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200 PSI CWP Bronze Gate Valve Dezincification


Resistant

bronze body • screw-in bonnet • non-rising stem • solid wedge • compact


design• full port
200 PSI/14 bar non-shock cold working pressure

MATERIAL LIST
PART SPECIFICATION
1. Handwheel Screw Stainless Steel, Type 430
2. Handwheel Aluminum
T-29
Threaded
3. Stem Bronze ASTM B 99 Alloy C65100 H04 S-29
4. Stem O-Ring EPDM Solder
5. Bonnet Cast Brass ASTM B 584 Alloy C84400
6. Wedge Cast Brass ASTM B 584 Alloy C84400
7. Body Cast Brass ASTM B 584 Alloy C84400

Dimensions Weight
Size A B C T-29 S-29
In. mm. In. mm. In. mm. In. mm. Lbs. Kg. Lbs. Kg.
¹⁄₂ 15 1.81 46 2.52 64 0.81 21 .48 .22 .42 .19
³⁄₄ 20 2.00 51 2.83 72 0.88 22 .75 .34 .65 .30
1 25 2.31 59 3.27 83 1.06 25 1.22 .55 1.11 .50
1¹⁄₄ 32 2.63 69 3.64 92 1.13 29 1.62 .74 1.38 .63
1¹⁄₂ 40 2.75 70 4.16 106 1.19 29 2.12 .96 1.98 .90
2 50 2.88 73 4.88 124 1.31 33 3.29 1.49 3.23 1.47 T-29
NPT x NPT

S-29
Cup x Cup

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Brass Gate Valve


brass body • non-rising stem • full port

200 PSI/14 bar non-shock cold working pressure

MATERIAL LIST
PART SPECIFICATION
1. Nut Steel, Plated ASTM A 108 Alloy G10100
2. Name Plate Aluminum ASTM B 209 Alloy 1100 TI-8
3. Handwheel Cast Iron ASTM A 48 Class No. 35 Threaded
4. Stem Brass ASTM B 16 Alloy C36000
5. Packing Nut Brass ASTM B 16 Alloy C36000 or
SI-8
Solder
B 584 Alloy C85700
*6. Gland Brass ASTM B 16 Alloy C36000
7. Packing Graphite/Rubber Non-Asbestos
8. Bonnet Brass ASTM B 584 Alloy C85700
9. Lock Nut Brass ASTM B 16 Alloy C 36000
10. Wedge Brass ASTM B 584 Alloy C85700
11. Body Brass ASTM B 584 Alloy C85700
* Packing gland only for valves 1¹⁄₂” and larger.
† Available with Drain in sizes ¹⁄₂" and C⁄v" for TI-8. Specify TI-8D on order.

TI-8
NPT x NPT

SI-8
Cup x Cup
DIMENSIONS—WEIGHTS
Dimensions
TI-8 SI-8 TI-8 SI-8 TI-8 SI-8 TI-8 SI-8 SI-8 WEIGHT
Size A A B B C C D D E F TI-8 SI-8

In. mm. In. mm. In. mm. In. mm. In. mm. In. mm. In. mm. In. mm. In. mm. In. mm. In. mm. Lbs. Kg. Lbs. Kg.
¹⁄₄ 8 1.61 41 — — 2.76 70 — — 2.13 54 — — 0.39 10 — — — — — — 0.55 0.25 — —
³₈ 10 1.61 41 1.57 40 2.76 70 2.76 70 2.13 54 2.13 54 0.39 10 0.39 10 .50 13 0.38 10 0.55 0.25 0.55 0.25
¹⁄₂ 15 1.69 43 1.77 45 2.83 72 2.83 72 2.13 54 2.13 54 0.50 12 0.50 13 .63 16 0.50 13 0.59 0.27 0.59 0.27
³⁄₄ 20 1.85 47 2.32 59 3.31 84 3.31 84 2.13 54 2.13 54 0.75 19 0.75 19 .88 22 0.75 19 0.77 0.35 0.77 .035
1 25 2.13 54 2.76 70 3.86 98 3.86 98 2.40 61 2.40 61 0.94 24 0.94 24 1.13 29 0.91 23 1.06 0.48 1.06 0.48
1¹⁄₄ 32 2.40 61 2.87 73 4.57 116 4.57 116 3.03 77 3.03 77 1.25 32 1.25 32 1.38 35 0.97 25 1.54 0.70 1.54 0.70
1¹⁄₂ 40 2.56 65 3.19 81 4.92 125 4.92 125 3.03 77 3.03 77 1.48 38 1.48 38 1.63 41 1.09 28 2.11 0.96 2.11 0.96
2 50 2.83 72 3.90 99 6.02 153 6.02 153 3.27 83 3.27 83 1.94 49 1.94 49 2.13 54 1.34 34 3.17 1.44 3.17 1.44
*2¹⁄₂ 65 3.50 89 4.61 117 7.32 186 7.32 186 4.13 105 4.13 105 2.48 63 2.48 63 2.63 67 1.47 37 3.79 2.63 5.79 2.63
*3 80 3.98 101 5.20 132 8.70 221 8.70 221 4.41 112 4.41 112 2.95 75 2.95 75 3.13 80 1.66 42 8.10 3.68 8.10 3.68
*4 100 4.57 116 — — 10.16 258 — — 6.67 172 — — 3.62 92 — — — — — — 20.94 9.52 — —
*Conventional Port only

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Class 125 Bronze Gate Valves Dezincification


Resistant
screw-in bonnet • non-rising stem • solid wedge

125 PSI/8.6 bar saturated steam to 353° F/178° C


200 PSI/13.8 bar non-shock cold working pressure

CONFORMS TO MSS SP-80


MATERIAL LIST
T-113
PART SPECIFICATION Threaded
1. Handwheel Nut 300 Series Stainless Steel
2. Identification Plate Aluminum S-113
a. Malleable Iron ASTM A 47 (T-113) Solder
3. Handwheel b. Bronze (T-113-BHW)
c. Bronze Cross (T-113-K)
Silicon Bronze ASTM B 371
4. Stem Alloy C69400/C69430
or ASTM B99 Alloy C65100
5. Packing Nut Bronze ASTM B 62 or ASTM B 584
Alloy C84400 or Brass ASTM B 16
6. Packing Gland Bronze ASTM B 62 or ASTM B 584
Alloy C84400 or Brass ASTM B 16
7. Packing Aramid Fibers with Graphite
8. Stuffing Box Bronze ASTM B 62
9. Bonnet Bronze ASTM B 62
10. Body Bronze ASTM B 62
11. Wedge Bronze ASTM B 62

DIMENSIONS—WEIGHTS—QUANTITIES T-113
Dimensions NPT x NPT
Size A B C T-113 S-113 Master
In. mm. In. mm. In. mm. In. mm. Lbs. Kg. Lbs. Kg. Ctn. Qty.
¹⁄₄ † 8 1.69 43 3.38 86 x x 0.74 0.33 x x 50
³⁄₈ † 10 1.69 43 3.38 86 .69 18 0.71 0.32 0.65 0.29 50
¹⁄₂ † 15 1.94 49 3.63 92 .75 19 0.82 0.37 0.67 0.31 50
³⁄₄ 20 2.06 54 3.91 99 .88 22 1.10 0.50 0.99 0.45 50
1 25 2.44 62 4.69 119 1 .00 25 1.82 0.82 1.60 0.72 30
1 ¹⁄₄ 32 2.63 67 5.22 133 1.19 32 2.40 1.09 2.25 1.02 20
1 ¹⁄₂ 40 2.88 72 6.25 159 1.25 33 3.51 1.59 3.17 1.44 10
2 50 3.06 78 7.06 179 1.31 34 4.93 2.24 4.60 2.09 10
2 ¹⁄₂ 65 4.13 105 8.41 224 1.81 46 9.96 4.52 8.78 3.98 5
3 80 4.50 114 10 254 1.94 49 14.40 6.53 12.84 5.82 4 S-113
† No packing gland, packing only in these sizes. CxC
x Not available this size.

FREEZING WEATHER PRECAUTION: Subsequent to


testing a piping system, valves should be left in an
open position to allow complete drainage.

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Bronze Ring Check® Valve Dezincification


Resistant
inline lift type • resilient discs • spring actuated

125 PSI/9 bar saturated steam (PTFE disc only)


200 PSI/14 bar non-shock cold working pressure

MATERIAL LIST
PART SPECIFICATION
1. Body Bronze ASTM B 584 Alloy C84400
2. Stem Stainless Steel ASTM A 582
Alloy C30300
3. Spring 316 Stainless Steel T-480
4. Disc Holder Stainless Steel Type 301 Threaded
5. Disc Buna-N S-480
Stainless Steel ASTM A 276 Solder
6. Seat Screw
Alloy S43000
7. Body End Bronze ASTM B 584 Alloy C84400

DIMENSIONS—WEIGHTS—QUANTITIES
Dimensions
Size A B C T-480 S-480
In. mm. In. mm. In. mm. In. mm. In. mm. Lbs. Kg.
³⁄₈ 10 2.00 51 1.38 35 1.44 37 0.41 10 0.44 0.20
¹⁄₂ 15 2.06 52 1.38 35 1.19 30 0.36 9 0.40 0.18
³⁄₄ 20 2.25 57 1.63 41 1.31 33 0.48 12 0.52 0.24
1 25 2.63 67 2.00 51 1.50 38 0.77 29 0.85 0.39 T-480
1 ¹⁄₄ 32 2.94 75 2.38 60 1.69 43 1.14 25 1.28 0.58 NPT x NPT
1 ¹⁄₂ 40 3.31 84 2.75 70 2 .00 51 1.63 41 1.75 0.79
2 50 3.69 94 3.38 86 2.31 59 2.27 58 2.70 1.23
Ordering: the T-480 and S-480 both have standard Buna-N Discs.
Also available with PTFE (Y) Discs; specify T-480-Y or S-480-Y.
Note: ³⁄₈" thru 2" require ¹⁄₂ PSI pressure to open.

S-480
Cup x Cup
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Brass Check Valves


brass body • swing type check

200 PSI/14 bar non-shock cold working pressure

MATERIAL LIST
PART SPECIFICATION
1. Bonnet Brass ASTM B 584 Alloy C85700
2. Plug Brass ASTM B 16 Alloy C36000 TI-3
3. Pin Brass ASTM B 16 Alloy C37700 Threaded
4. Disc Brass ASTM B 124 Alloy C37700
5. Body Brass ASTM B 584 Alloy C85700 or
Alloy C83600
SI-3
Solder

TI-3 SI-3
NPT to NPT Cup x Cup

DIMENSIONS—WEIGHTS
Dimensions
TI-3 SI-3 TI-3 SI-3 TI-3 SI-3 TI-3 SI-3 SI-3 WEIGHT
Size A A B B C C D D E TI-3 SI-3
In. mm. In. mm. In. mm. In. mm. In. mm. In. mm. In. mm. In. mm. In. mm. In. mm. Lbs. Kg. Lbs. Kg.
¹⁄₂ 15 2.05 52 2.13 54 1.50 38 1.50 38 1.00 25 0.63 16 0.52 13 0.52 13 0.50 13 0.46 0.21 0.46 0.21
³⁄₄ 20 2.32 59 2.99 76 1.57 40 1.57 40 1.22 31 0.88 22 0.70 18 0.70 18 0.75 19 0.66 0.30 0.66 0.30
1 25 2.72 69 3.66 93 1.77 45 1.77 45 1.50 38 1.13 29 0.94 24 0.94 24 0.91 23 0.92 0.42 0.92 0.42
1¹⁄₄ 32 3.11 79 4.09 104 2.01 51 2.01 51 1.85 47 1.38 35 1.24 32 1.24 32 0.97 25 1.60 0.73 1.60 0.73
1¹⁄₂ 40 3.50 89 4.57 116 2.17 55 2.17 55 2.11 54 1.63 41 1.42 36 1.42 36 1.09 28 1.79 0.81 1.79 0.81
2 50 4.29 109 5.51 140 2.64 67 2.64 67 2.60 66 2.13 54 1.81 46 1.81 46 1.34 34 2.87 1.30 2.87 1.30
2¹⁄₂ 65 5.31 135 — — 3.31 84 — — 3.23 82 — — 2.26 57 — — — — 5.29 2.40 — —
3 80 6.30 160 — — 3.78 96 — — 3.78 96 — — 2.70 69 — — — — 8.82 4.01 — —
4 100 7.38 190 — — 4.45 113 — — 4.80 122 — — 3.78 96 — — — — 13.23 6.01 — —
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Class 125 Bronze Check Valves Dezincification


Resistant
horizontal swing • regrinding type • Y-pattern
• renewable seat and disc
125 PSI/8.6 bar saturated steam to 353º F/178º C
200 PSI/13.8 bar non-shock cold working pressure
T-413
Threaded
CONFORMS TO MSS SP-80
MATERIAL LIST
PART SPECIFICATION S-413
1. Bonnet Bronze ASTM B 62 Solder
2. Body Bronze ASTM B 62
3. Hinge Pin Bronze ASTM B 140 Alloy C31400 or
B 134 Alloy C23000
4. Disc Hanger Bronze ASTM B 62 or
304 Stainless Steel ¹⁄₄" thru ³⁄₄" sizes
5. Hanger Nut Bronze ASTM B 16
6. Disc Holder Bronze ASTM B 62
Water, Oil or Gas (Buna-N) (W)
7. Seat Disc Steam (PTFE) (Y)
Bronze ASTM (B) FKM (V) B 62 C83600
8. Seat Disc Nut Bronze ASTM B 16 or B 62
9. Hinge Pin Plug Bronze ASTM B 140 Alloy C31400 (not shown)
T-413-B
10. Seat Disc Washer* ASTM B 98 Alloy C65500 or ASTM B 103 NPT x NPT
* Sizes ³⁄₄", 1", 1¹⁄₄", 1¹⁄₂" and 2" only.

DIMENSIONS—WEIGHTS—QUANTITIES
Dimensions
Size A B C T-413 S-413 Master
In. mm. In. mm. In. mm. In. mm. Lbs. Kg. Lbs. Kg. Ctn. Qty.
¹⁄₄ 8 2.13 54 1.63 41 1.38 35 0.50 0.23 0.51 0.23 50 T-413-Y
NPT x NPT
³⁄₈ 10 2.13 54 1.63 41 1.31 33 0.47 0.22 0.48 0.22 50
¹⁄₂ 15 2.44 62 1.69 43 1.50 38 0.55 0.25 0.55 0.25 50
³⁄₄ 20 2.94 75 1.88 48 1.88 48 0.90 0.41 0.88 0.40 50
1 25 3.56 90 2.31 59 2.25 57 1.46 0.66 1.48 0.67 30
1 ¹⁄₄ 32 4.19 106 2.69 68 2.75 70 2.17 0.99 2.22 1.01 20
1 ¹⁄₂ 40 4.50 114 2.94 75 1.13 79 2.95 1.34 3.00 1.36 10
2 50 5.25 133 3.94 100 3.75 95 4.79 2.17 4.87 2.21 10
2 ¹⁄₂* 65 8 .00 203 5.06 129 5.06 129 11.48 5.21 10.48 4.76 5
3 * 80 9.25 235 6.25 159 6.25 159 17.53 7.96 15.29 6.94 4
Ordering: T-413 and S-413 normally furnished with Bronze Disc (T-413-B) or (S-413-B). S-413-W
Both available with PTFE Steam Disc (T-413-Y), (S-413-Y), or CWP Disc (T-413-W), CxC
(S-413-W) or 300º F 67 PSI steam FKM Disc (T-413-V).
* Class 150 (433) furnished for these sizes.
NIBCO® Check Valves may be installed in both horizontal and
vertical lines with upward flow or in any intermediate position.
They will operate satisfactorily in a declining plane (no more
than 15º).

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Installations Instructions for Metal Connections


Analyze the application to determine which valve is best suited 4. Be sure that valve is fully open. This applies only to globe
for installation, keeping in mind the service for which the valve and gate valves. Apply heat to tube first. Transfer as much heat
is recommended. Before installing the correct valve, review the as possible through the tube into the valve. Avoid prolonged
following installation instructions to prevent damage to the valve and heating of the valve itself. For ball valves, consult the
assure its maximum efficiency. installation instruction sheet or contact NIBCO Technical Services
for assistance.
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SOLDERING
1. Cut tube end square. Ream, burr and size.

5. Use just enough solder: with wire solder, use 1" for C\v" valve, etc.
If too much solder is use, it may flow past tube and clog seating
area. The correct amount of solder is 1Z\x times the diameter
of the fitting or valve.

2. Use sand cloth or steel wire brush to clean both tube and cup to a
bright metal. Steel wool is not recommended.

6. Remove excess solder with small brush while plastic (soft), leaving
a fillet around end of valve as it cools.

3. Apply flux to outside of tube and inside of solder cup. Surfaces to


be joined must be completely covered. Use flux sparingly.

BRAZING
The strength of a brazed joint does not vary appreciably with the
different brazing materials, but depends to a large extent upon the
maintenance of proper clearance between the outside of the tube and
the valve socket. The interior dimensions of brazing valve sockets are
machined to the closest tolerances and finished smooth to promote full
capillary attraction.

NOTE: the installer is responsible for proper brazing and installation and must follow NOTE: Care should be observed in cleaning and in removing residues of the cleaning
industry best practices when brazing components. medium. Attempting to braze a contaminated or improperly cleaned surface will result
in an unsatisfactory joint. Brazing alloys will not flow over or bond to oxides. Oily or
greasy surfaces repel fluxes, leaving bare spots that oxide and result in voids and
inclusions.
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Installation Instructions for Metal Connections (cont.)


1. Cut tube end square to exact length needed, so that tube will enter When flux appears liquid and transparent on both tube and valve,
valve socket all the way to the shoulder. Ream, burr and file. start sweeping flame back and forth along axis of joint to maintain
heat on parts to be joined, especially toward the base of the valve
socket.

2. Clean tube to a distance slightly more than what will fit into the
socket, and clean valve socket. Wire brushes may be used, but 6. Apply brazing wire or rod at point where tube enters valve socket.
avoid removing an excessive amount of metal. Fine sand cloth or Keep flame away from rod or wire at it is fed into the joint. Move
emery cloth may be used with the same precautions. Steel wool is flame back and forth as alloy is drawn into joint. When the proper
not recommended. temperature is reached, alloy will flow readily into space between
tube outer wall and valve socket. When joint is filled, a continuous
rim of brazing alloy will be visible.

3. Apply flux to tube and socket sparingly and with a fairly thin
consistency. Avoid flux on areas not cleaned, particularly inside of
tube.

THREADING
Grit, dirt or any foreign matter accumulated in the pipe can hinder
efficient valve operation and seriously damage vital valve parts.
Thoroughly clean pipe internally with air or steam.
When threading pipe, gauge pipe threads for size and length to avoid
jamming pipe against seat and disc. Thoroughly clean threaded end to
remove any harmful steel or iron deposits. Apply pipe dope sparingly
4. Assemble parts to be brazed. If fluxed parts are allowed to stand, on pipe threads, never on valve threads. Do not allow any pipe dope
the water in the flux will evaporate. Dried flux is liable to flake off, into valve body in order to avoid damage to disc and seat.
exposing metal surfaces to oxidation. Assembly joint by inserting
tube into socket hard against the stop. The assembly should be Before installation, check line of flow through valve so that valve will
firmly supported so that it will remain in alignment during the function properly. Close valve completely before installation. Apply
brazing operation. Removal of bonnet is recommended when wrench to hex next to pipe and guard against possible distortion.
installing globe valves with soft seats. After installation of valve, support the pipe line; a sagging pipe line
can distort the valve and cause failure.
5. Apply heat to parts to be joined. The preferred method is by oxy-
acetylene flame. Heat tube first, beginning one inch from edge COMPRESSION
of valve. Sweep flame around tube in short strokes up and down
at right angles to run of tube. To avoid burning through tube, the For compression end connection, first slide compression nut onto
flame should be in continuous motion and not allowed to remain copper tube, then slide on ferrule. Install the valve onto the copper
on any one point. tube and gently slide compression nut and ferrule up to the valve to
engage. Do not use pipe dope. Tighten nut until resistance is felt.
Apply flame to valve at base of socket. Heat uniformly, sweeping Tighten additional Z\x turn. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN!
flame from fitting to tube until flux on fitting becomes quite. Avoid
excessive heating of valve.
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Figure Number Comparison


Brass Ball Valves
For use as a guide only — some differences in design and materials are possible

NIBCO AY McDonald B&K Hammond Jomar Legend Matco-Norca Red & White Watts
SFP-600A 2032S 107-500 8911 T100C-E T-2000 757C 5044F FBVS3C
TFP-600A 2032T 107-700 8901 S100C-E S-2000 757T 5049F FBV3C
SFP-600-AD 2033S 107-550 8711 S-1100 754D 5063

Figure Number Comparison


Gas Valves and Log Lighters
For use as a guide only — some differences in design and materials are possible

NIBCO AY McDonald B&K Hammond Jomar Legend Red & White Watts
GB1A 10709/10710 110-120 875 T-204/T-205 T3005 RW5200L GBV
GB2A 10711 T-3001 RW5200S
GBVA38M/GBVA12M 10716 116-510 T-300FLxMIP
GBVA 10712 114-000 879 T-204 T-300FLxFIP GBV-FL

Figure Number Comparison


Low Pressure Plumbing Valves
For use as a guide only — some differences in design and materials are possible

NIBCO Arrowhead AY McDonald‡ B&K‡ Hammond‡ Legend‡ Mansfield Matco-Norca‡ Red & White‡ Watts‡
QT56X 301/302 44.42 RW303
QT63X 255/355 2015 108-100 1032 T-541 34.40 206H RW252 SC4
QT763X 255SW 2014 108-500 1034 S-541 206C RW272 SC3
73CL 222/220 2004 102-100 712 T-522 526.40 204F RW503 BD3F
74CL 221/223 2003 102-000 710 T-521 526.42 204M RW502 BD1
SI3 2050S 101-500 968 S-451 521C 247 WCVS
TI3 2050T 101-000 967 T-451 521T 246 WCVS
S480 947 S-455
T480 943 T-455
SI8 2035T 100-500 668 S-401 514C 268 WGVS
TI8 2035S 100-000 667 T-401 514T 267 WGV
S29
T29
‡ Indicates Valve Line is Import ONLY.

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NIBCO ® Plumbing Specialty Products Warranty

NIBCO INC. LIMITED WARRANTY


Applicable to NIBCO INC. Plumbing Specialty Products Only

NIBCO INC. warrants each NIBCO plumbing and heating valve to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under
normal use and service for a period of two (2) years from date of purchase.

In the event any defect occurs which the owner believes is covered by this warranty, the owner should immediately contact
NIBCO Technical Services, either in writing or by telephone at 1.888.446.4226 or 1.574.295.3000. The owner will be instructed
to return said valve, at the owner’s expense, to NIBCO INC., or an authorized representative for inspection. In the event said inspec-
tion discloses to the satisfaction of NIBCO INC. that said valve is defective, a replacement shall be mailed free of charge to the owner,
and NIBCO INC. shall further pay the installing contractor the sum of fifty ($50.00) dollars to be applied toward the cost of installation
of the replacement valve.

TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THIS WARRANTY SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDES INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
OF EVERY TYPE AND DESCRIPTION RESULTING FROM ANY CLAIMED DEFECT IN MATERIAL OR WORKMANSHIP, INCLUDING
BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PERSONAL INJURIES AND PROPERTY DAMAGES.

Some states or countries do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages so these limitations may not apply to you.

TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND


FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED IN DURATION.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from
state to state and country to country.

How to Order
State quantity, figure number and size for each valve or TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
fitting you wish to order. See individual catalog pages for Engineers, contractors, wholesalers or manufacturers may
specific or special product designations. obtain special or technical assistance from any factory
representative of NIBCO. Write, fax or phone.
HOW MANY TO ORDER
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POLICY ON RETURNS TO FACTORY USA
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To the best of our knowledge, the information contained in this publication is accurate. However, NIBCO does not assume any liability whatsoever for
the accuracy or completeness of such information. Final determinations of the suitability of any information or product for the use to be contemplated
is the sole responsibility of the user. The manner of that use, and whether there is any infringement of patents, is also the sole responsibility of the user.

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Table Of Contents
Material Selection........................................................................................................................ 113 - 115

NIBCO® PEX Tube......................................................................................................................... 116 - 117

NIBCO® PEX Metal Insert Fittings............................................................................................... 117 - 118

NIBCO® PEX Connections.......................................................................................................................118

NIBCO® PEX Valves................................................................................................................................119

NIBCO® PEX Manifolds .........................................................................................................................119

NIBCO® PEX Accessories................................................................................................................119-120


NIBCO® PEX Tools........................................................................................................................ 120 - 121

Warranty.................................................................................................................................................122

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Material Selection
Plastic Piping Standards
Many commercial, industrial, and governmental standards or specifications are available to assist the design engineer in specifying
plastic piping systems. Standards most frequently specified in plastic piping systems are American Society for Testing and Materials
(ASTM) Standards. Below is a list and description of those standards most typically applied to industrial plastic piping.

Polyethylene (PE) Polyphenylsulfone (PPSU)


Polyethylene is the most common olefin material and is typical- Polyphenylsulfone is a thermoplastic that is tough, rigid, high-
ly used in transporting water. Because olefins cannot be joined strength, and retains its properties between -148° F and 302° F
with cements, barbed insert fittings are used for mechanical (-100° C and 150° C). PPSU has very high dimensional stability;
assembly. PE is light weight, low cost, has excellent chemical the size change when exposed to boiling water or 302° F (150° C)
resistance, low coefficient of friction, and is non-toxic. air generally falls below 0.1 percent. Polyphenylsulfone is highly
resistant to mineral acids, alkali, and electrolytes, in pH ranging
from 2 to 13. PPSU is resistant to oxidizing agents; therefore, can
Cross-Linked Polyethylene (PEX) be cleaned by bleaches. Also, PPSU is resistant to surfactants
PEX is the common name for cross-linked polyethylene. PEX and hydrocarbon oils. However, PPSU is not resistant to low-polar
tubing is predominantly used in water distribution systems, organic solvents (e.g., ketones and chlorinated hydrocarbons)
hydronic radiant heating systems, and natural gas systems. and aromatic hydrocarbons. In addition, PPSU is often chosen
for difficult applications including high water temperatures,
Almost all PEX is made from high density polyethylene (HDPE). chlorides, or when water quality may increase the risk of
PEX contains cross-linked bonds that are introduced into the dezincification, a type of corrosion that can adversely affect
polymer structure, changing the thermoplastic into a thermoset. metal fittings.
Cross-linking is accomplished during or after the extrusion of
the tubing. The required degree of cross-linking, according to
ASTM F 876, is between 65 to 89 percent.
Brass
Brass is the term used for copper alloys where zinc is the
principle alloying element along with copper. Brass has a
The cross-linking process improves high-temperature mechanical
yellow color, somewhat similar to gold. Brass plumbing
properties, low-temperature impact, tensile strength, resistance
components may be machined from extruded shapes, forged, or
to brittle fracture, and scratch resistance properties.
cast. This alloy is mainly used for decorative fixtures, plumbing
components, and electrical applications. Today, almost 90% of
Cross-linking may be done by the peroxide (Engel) method,
all brass alloys are recycled.
silane (moisture cure) method, or electron beam method.

Copper (Cu)
Copper (Cu) is a natural element that has historically been the
dominant material used in plumbing, heating, cooling, and other
piping applications. Copper is a ductile metal with excellent
thermal conductivity and is corrosion resistant. The materials
used in copper piping products comply with the requirements of
specifications established by the American Society for Testing
and Materials (ASTM). The alloy customarily used for copper
tube and copper fittings is designated as C12200 (Copper No.
122). This alloy contains a minimum of 99.9% pure copper and
is deoxidized by the addition of phosphorus. Other copper alloys
may be used.

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Material Selection
Plastic Piping Standards

NSF/ANSI 61 ASTM Standard F 877


Drinking Water System Components - Health Effects. This is Standard Specification for Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX)
the American National Standard for health effects of drinking Plastic Hot- and Cold-Water Distribution Systems. This Standard
water system components. This standard establishes the health contains performance requirements for PEX tubing and fittings
effects requirements for the chemical contaminants and impuri- systems. Also, this Standard contains test methods and methods
ties that are indirectly imparted to drinking water from products, of marking for components used in PEX hot- and cold-water
components and materials used in drinking water systems. This distribution systems intended for 100 psi (0.69 MPa) water
Standard is maintained by a Joint Committee with equal repre- service up to and including 180°F (82°C).
sentation from regulators (such as; EPA, Health Canada, and state
drinking water officials), users (such as; water purveyors, utilities, ASTM Standard F 1807
and engineers) and manufacturers. NSF/ANSI Standard 61 is Standard Specification for Metal Insert Fittings Utilizing a Copper
approved by the American National Standards Institute, which Crimp Ring for SDR9 Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX) Tubing.
ensures the standard is developed and maintained using an open This Standard contains material and dimensional requirements
consensus process and has representation by all stakeholders. for the insert fittings and crimp rings used with PEX tubing. The
performance requirements for these products are defined within
NSF/ANSI 14 ASTM F 877.
Plastics Piping System Components and Related Materials.
NSF/ANSI Standard 14 establishes minimum physical, ASTM Standard F 2098
performance, health effects, quality assurance, marking, and Specification for Stainless Steel Clamps for Securing SDR9
record keeping requirements for plastic piping components Cross-Linked Polyethylene (PEX) Tubing to Metal Insert Fittings.
and related materials such as: Thermoplastic Materials, This standard covers stainless steel clamps for use with insert
Thermoset Materials, Non-plastic Components, Piping and fittings that comply with ASTM F 1807, and cross-linked
Tubing, Fittings and Valves, Appurtenances, Joining Materials, polyethylene (PEX) tubing that complies with ASTM F 876.
and Gaskets, Ingredients of Materials and Special Engineered These clamps are intended as an alternative to the copper-
Products and Materials. Standard 14 outlines production facility alloy crimp-rings defined in ASTM F 1807 or ASTM F 2159 and
inspection, quality control, short-term performance testing, long- for use in 100 psi (689.5 kPa) hot- and cold-water distribution
term performance evaluation, and chemical extraction testing systems operating at temperatures up to and including 180°F
of the products to ensure continued compliance. The NSF (82°C). This Standard includes requirements for materials,
Mark for these certified products include such things as the workmanship, dimensions, and marking of the stainless steel
manufacturer name or trademark; the certification agency/ clamps. Also, these clamps are covered by international
laboratory name or trademark; the reference performance patents held by Oetiker International.
standard (such as ASTM F 876 and F 877); product end
use (pw or rfh), material type designation such as PEX or ASTM Standard F 2159
PEX/AL/PEX; product size, date of production and manufacturer Specification for Plastic Insert Fittings Utilizing a Copper Crimp
identification code for tubing. For products with size constraints Ring for SDR9 Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX) Tubing. This
that do not accommodate complete marking, the manufacturer Standard covers Polyphenylsulfone insert fittings and cop-
must include all such details on the product packaging. per crimp rings for use with cross-linked polyethylene (PEX)
tubing. These fittings are intended for use in 100 psi (689.5
ASTM Standard F 876 kPa) hot- and cold-water distribution systems operating at
Standard Specification for Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX) Tubing. temperatures up to and including 180°F (82°C). This Standard
This Standard contains finite dimensional requirements for tubing includes requirements for material, molded part properties,
in addition to burst, sustained pressure, and other relevant performance, workmanship, dimensions, and markings for the
performance tests at different water temperatures. Other tubing fittings and rings.
products that are partially comprised of a PEX material are known
as composites. These products usually have a PEX or PE outer
layer bound to aluminum or an aluminum alloy, and an inner
layer of PEX. The aluminum layer in the core of composite tubing
involves additional installation and handling considerations. There
are currently two ASTM standards that address performance
requirements for such products: ASTM F 1281 and ASTM F 1335.
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Plastic Piping Standards

ASSE Standard 1061 Kentucky


Removable and Non-Removable Push-Fit Fittings. This Standard Metal insert fittings utilizing a copper crimp ring for cross-
covers removable and non-removable push-fit fittings that linked polyethylene (PEX) tubing must be produced and labeled
employ a quick assembly push-fit connector, as well as push-fit as ASTM F 1807. Stainless steel clamps substituted for the
connectors integrated into plumbing devices. This Standard copper crimp ring must be produced and labeled as ASTM F
applies to fittings that may be approved for use with PEX tubing 2098. Methods of joining other than mentioned above shall be
that conforms to ASTM F 876, Type K, L, and M seamless copper prohibited unless documentation is provided, from the systems
tubing that conforms to ASTM B 88, and CPVC tubing that manufacturer, honoring full warranty of the system installed.
conforms to ASTM D 2846. The standard includes minimum Fittings which have a smaller ID (inside diameter) other than
requirements for materials, performance for the fitting joints, what is required for the insert portion of the fitting shall not
marking, and identification requirements. When this type of be permitted. A system consisting of material from multiple
fitting connection is used with PEX tubing, a tube liner must be manufacturers (i.e. fittings, tubing and crimp rings) shall be
inserted into the end of the tubing before assembly. prohibited unless documentation from manufacturers is produced
providing full warranty. Connections for PEX systems other than
NSF-pw those in section 1 of this regulation will be prohibited.
Identification mark for products that meet all applicable
performance standards for pressure-rated potable water
applications as required by NSF/ANSI Standard 14 and that
comply with NSF/ANSI Standard 61 for health effects.

NSF-rfh
Identification mark for products that meet all applicable
performance standards for a pressure-rated in-floor heating
application as required by NSF/ANSI Standard 14. No heath
effects evaluation is required.

NSF-61
Identification mark for products that meet the applicable
requirements of NSF/ANSI 61.

California Proposition 65
In November 1986, California voters approved a ballot initiative
to address concerns about exposures to toxic chemicals.
That initiative became The Safe Drinking Water and Toxic
Enforcement Act of 1986, better known by its original name,
Proposition 65. This Proposition requires the Governor of
California to publish a list of chemicals that are known to
the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Over 750 chemicals and materials, including
many metals and plastics, have been listed as of December 12,
2006. Second, Manufacturers are required to provide a "clear
and reasonable" warning before exposing anyone to a listed
chemical. This warning can be give by a variety of means,
such as by labeling a consumer product, by posting signs at
the workplace, or by publishing notices in a newspaper. A
Proposition 65 warning means that the Manufacturer issuing the
warning believes that one or more listed chemicals is present in
its product, even if it is only present in trace quantities.

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RADIANT HEAT
NP75 BARRIER-PEX Coil
FIGURE MATERIAL SIZE WEIGHT/ WEIGHT/ FEET/ COILS/
NO. NO. FOOT COIL PALLET PALLET
NP75 PX50014 1/2" x 100' 0.0535 5.40 2,000 20
NP75 PX50018 1/2" x 250' 0.0535 13.50 2,500 10
NP75 PX50019 1/2" x 300' 0.0535 16.20 3,000 10
NP75 PX50020 1/2" x 500' 0.0535 27.00 4,000 8
NP75 PX50021 1/2" x 600' 0.0535 32.40 4,200 7
NP75 PX50022 1/2" x 1000' 0.0535 54.00 3,000 3
NP75 PX50023 1/2" x 1200' 0.0535 64.80 2,400 2
NP75 PX50029 5/8" x 100' 0.0760 7.60 2,000 20
NP75 PX50024 5/8" x 250' 0.0760 19.00 2,500 10
NP75 PX50026 5/8" x 500' 0.0760 38.00 3,500 7
NP75 PX50028 5/8" x 1000' 0.0760 76.00 3,000 3
NP75 PX50030 3/4" x 100' 0.1030 10.30 1,300 13
NP75 PX50034 3/4" x 250' 0.1030 25.75 2,250 9
NP75 PX50035 3/4" x 300' 0.1030 30.90 2,100 7
NP75 PX50038 3/4" x 500' 0.1030 51.50 2,500 5
NP75 PX50039 3/4" x 600' 0.1030 61.80 1,800 3
NP75 PX50040 3/4" x 1000' 0.1030 103.00 2,000 2
NP75 PX50041 3/4" x 1,200' 0.1030 123.60 2,400 2
NP75 PX50042 1" x 100' 0.1670 16.70 800 8
NP75 PX50048 1" x 300' 0.1670 50.10 900 3
NP75 PX50051 1" x 500' 0.1670 83.50 1,000 2

NP75 BARRIER-PEX Sticks


FIGURE MATERIAL SIZE WEIGHT/ WEIGHT/ FEET/ PIECES/
NO. NO. FOOT STICK BUNDLE BUNDLE
NP75 PX50066* 1/2" x 5' 0.0535 0.285 500 100
NP75 PX50068 1/2" x 20' 0.0535 1.140 500 25
NP75 PX50061* 3/4" x 5' 0.1023 0.525 200 40
NP75 PX50069 3/4" x 20' 0.1023 2.100 200 10
NP75 PX50073* 1" x 5' 0.1670 0.835 100 20
NP75 PX50064 1" x 20' 0.1670 3.340 100 5
BARRIER-PEX is used for radiant systems with ferrous components (e.g. cast iron boiler).
The oxygen barrier layer meets the standard DIN 4276.

INSULATED TUBING
NP90 Insulated PEX Tubing
FIGURE MATERIAL DESCRIPTION WEIGHT/ WEIGHT/ FEET/ COILS/
NO. NO. FOOT (EA.) COIL PALLET PALLET
NP90 PX41010 2 x 1” x 75’ Insulated PEX 0.8000 60 75 1
NP90 PX41015 2 x 1” x 100’ Insulated PEX 0.8000 80 100 1
NP90 PX41020 2 x 1” x 125’ Insulated PEX 0.8000 100 125 1
NP90 PX41025 2 x 1” x 150’ Insulated PEX 0.8000 120 150 1

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NP90CAP Insulated PEX Tubing Accessories
FIGURE MATERIAL DESCRIPTION WEIGHT/ BAG MASTER
NO. NO. PIECE QTY. CTN. QTY.
NP90CAP PX41005 Insulated PEX End Cap 2 x 1” 0.4000 1 25

NIBCO® PEX
Metal Insert Fittings

COUPLINGS
®
NP01-LF PEX Lead-Free* Performance Bronze Insert Couplings
NP01R-LF FIGURE MATERIAL SIZE WEIGHT BAG MASTER
NO. NO. QTY. CTN. QTY.
NP01-LF PX80521A 1/2 " 0.032 50 1,000
NP01R-LF PX80540A 3/4 x 1/2" " 0.056 25 500
NP01-LF PX80550A 3/4 " 0.058 25 500
NP01R-LF PX80560E 1 x 3/4" " 0.093 15 120
NP01-LF PX80570A 1 " 0.106 15 120
NP01R-LF PX80590E 1 1/4 x 3/4" 0.095 10 80
NP01R-LF PX80600X 1 1/4 x 1" 0.126 10 80
NP01-LF PX80580E 1 1/4" 0.126 25 150

ADAPTERS
®
NP23-LF PEX Lead-Free* Performance Bronze
PEX x Male Sweat Adapters
FIGURE MATERIAL DESCRIPTION WEIGHT BAG MASTER
NO. NO. QTY. CTN. QTY.
NP23-LF PX81070E 1/2 PEX x 1/2" Male Sweat Adapter 0.032 50 500
NP23-LF PX81130A 3/4 PEX x 3/4" Male Sweat Adapter 0.064 25 250
NP23-LF PX81100A 1 PEX x 1" Male Sweat Adapter 0.116 15 120

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®
NP25B-LF PEX Lead-Free* Performance Bronze PEX x MIP Adapters
FIGURE MATERIAL DESCRIPTION WEIGHT BOX MASTER
NO. NO. QTY. CTN. QTY.
NP25B-LF PX81190X 1/2 PEX x 1/2" MIP Brass Adapter 0.084 50 500
NP25B-LF PX81200E 1/2 PEX x 3/4" MIP Brass Adapter 0.130 25 250
NP25B-LF PX81210E 3/4 PEX x 1/2" MIP Brass Adapter 0.087 25 250
NP25B-LF PX81220E 3/4 PEX x 3/4" MIP Brass Adapter 0.151 10 300
NP25B-LF PX81250E 3/4 PEX x 1" MIP Brass Adapter 0.209 25 200
NP25B-LF PX81240E 1 PEX x 3/4" MIP Brass Adapter 0.1370 15 120
NP25B-LF PX81260E 1 PEX x 1" MIP Brass Adapter 0.242 15 120

®
NP26B-LF PEX Lead-Free* Performance Bronze
FIP Non-Swivel Adapters
FIGURE MATERIAL DESCRIPTION WEIGHT BOX MASTER
NO. NO. QTY. CTN. QTY.
NP26B-LF PX81270X 1/2" x 1/2" FIP Non-Swivel Adapter 0.1200 50 250
NP26B-LF PX81280X 1/2" x 3/4" FIP Non-Swivel Adapter 0.1320 25 250
NP26B-LF PX81300X 3/4" x 3/4" FIP Non-Swivel Adapter 0.1650 25 250
NP28B-LF PX81305X 3/4" x 1" FIP Non-Swivel Adapter 0.1500 15 120
NP26B-LF PX81310E 1" x 1" FIP Non-Swivel Adapter 0.2280 15 120
NP26B-LF PX81313E 1 1/4" x 1" FIP Non-Swivel Adapter 0.2290 10 60

MISCELLANEOUS FITTINGS
®
NP18-LF PEX Lead-Free* Performance Bronze Insert Plugs
FIGURE MATERIAL SIZE WEIGHT BAG MASTER
NO. NO. QTY. CTN. QTY.
NP18-LF PX81450E 1/2" 0.023 50 1,500
NP18-LF PX81460A 3/4" 0.046 25 1,000
NP18-LF PX81480E 1" 0.066 15 120
NP18-LF PX81470E 1 1/4" 0.071 15 120

CONNECTIONS
NP19CS PEX Copper Crimp Sleeves
FIGURE MATERIAL DESCRIPTION WEIGHT BAG MASTER
NO. NO. QTY. CTN. QTY.
NP19CS PX80911 1/2" Copper Crimp Sleeve 0.019 50 600
NP19CS PX80921 3/4" Copper Crimp Sleeve 0.028 50 500
NP19CS PX80931 1" Copper Crimp Sleeve 0.031 50 250

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VALVES
PXCP400-LF, PEX Lead-Free* Ball Valves
NPR50A-LF FIGURE MATERIAL DESCRIPTION WEIGHT BAG MASTER
NO. NO. QTY. CTN. QTY.
PXCP400-LF PX01526X 1/2" PEX Brass Ball Valve w/ LH 0.2500 18 18
PXCP400-LF PX01546X 3/4" PEX Brass Ball Valve w /LH 0.4100 12 12
PXCP400-LF PX01566X 1" PEX Brass Ball Valve w/ LH 0.5700 6 6
NPR50A- LF PX10297E 1/2" PEX Mini Brass Ball Valve 0.1500 20 200

RADIANT HEATING
Radiant Manifolds and Accessories
FIGURE MATERIAL DESCRIPTION WEIGHT BOX
NO. NO. QTY.
NR1 PX10502 NR 2 PORT 1" Radiant Heat Manifold 7.7000 1
NR1 PX10503 NR 3 PORT 1" Radiant Heat Manifold 8.9500 1
NR1 PX10504 NR 4 PORT 1" Radiant Heat Manifold 11.1600 1
NR1 PX10505 NR 5 PORT 1" Radiant Heat Manifold 12.3700 1
NR1 PX10506 NR 6 PORT 1" Radiant Heat Manifold 13.8000 1
NR1 PX10507 NR 7 PORT 1" Radiant Heat Manifold 14.7000 1
NR1 PX10508 NR 8 PORT 1" Radiant Heat Manifold 15.6700 1
NR1 PX10509 NR 9 PORT 1" Radiant Heat Manifold 18.2100 1
NR1 PX10510 NR 10 PORT 1" Radiant Heat Manifold 20.1700 1
NR1 PX10541 NR Valve Set for Manifold 1" FIP Straight 3.1700 1
NR1 PX10542 NR Valve Set for Manifold 1" FIP Angle 2.9420 1
NR1 PX10552 NR Manifold 1/2" PEX Connector 0.1280 10
NR1 PX10554 NR Manifold 5/8" PEX Connector 0.1280 10
NR1 PX10546 NR Fill & Purge Set w/ Air Vents 1.2800 1
Radiant Heat Manifold NR1 PX10548 NR Actuator 24VAC NC - 2 Wire 0.3200 1

PEX Connector FIP Valve Set FIP Valve Set Fill & Purge Set Actuator
Straight Angle w/Air Vents
2 per set 2 per set 2 per set
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NPR120TP Heat Transfer Plates
FIGURE MATERIAL DESCRIPTION WEIGHT BAG MASTER
NO. NO. QTY. CTN. QTY.
NPR120TP PX10251 Rad-Trax™ Easy Install Heat Transfer Plate 1.7000 1 20

NPR145C, NPR150C PEX Radiant PEX Clips


NPR160C, NPR170C FIGURE
NO.
MATERIAL
NO.
DESCRIPTION WEIGHT BAG
QTY.
MASTER
CTN. QTY.
NPR305FC NPR170C PX10271 1/2" PEX Clips (Legacy) 0.0100 100 10,000

NPR305WMC NPR170C PX10272 3/4" PEX Clips (Legacy)


®
0.3500 100 10,000
NPR145C PX10273 Reddi-Strip * Stand Up Staple Gun 10.9500 1 1
NPR150C PX10274 Reddi-Strip®* Staples - Box of 200 0.6500 1 50
NPR305FC PX71250 1/2" PEX Clips for Styrofoam 0.0080 25 1,600
NPR305WMC PX71251 1/2" PEX Clips for Wire Mesh 0.0160 25 1,000

TOOLS
NP32C PEX Crimp Tools - Compact
NP32S FIGURE
NO.
MATERIAL
NO.
DESCRIPTION WEIGHT BAG
QTY.
MASTER
CTN. QTY.
NP32C PX02505 3/8" Compact Crimp Tool w/gauge (12") 2.1000 1 20
NP32C PX02515 1/2" Compact Crimp Tool w/gauge (12") 2.0500 1 10
NP32S PX02540 3/4" Compact Crimp Tool w/gauge(12") 2.000 1 10
NP32S PX02530 1/2" Compact Crimp Tool 2.0000 1 10

NP32CH PEX Crimp Tools - Standard


NP32LH FIGURE MATERIAL DESCRIPTION WEIGHT BAG MASTER
NO. NO. QTY. CTN. QTY.
NP32CH PX02529 Standard 3/8" PEX Crimp Tool 3.0000 1 10
NP32CH PX02532 Standard 1/2" PEX Crimp Tool 3.0000 1 10
NP32CH PX02531 Standard 3/4" PEX Crimp Tool 3.0000 1 10
NP32CH PX02533 Standard 1" PEX Crimp Tool 3.2500 1 10

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TOOLS CONTINUED
NP32DC PEX Other Tools & Accessories
FIGURE MATERIAL DESCRIPTION WEIGHT BAG MASTER
NO. NO. QTY. CTN. QTY.
NP32DC PX02575 Decrimping Tool For All Size Rings 0.6000 1 50
NP34 PX01380 1" Go/No Go Gauge 0.2000 1 50
NP34 PX01381 1-1/4" Go/No Go Gauge 0.1000 1
NP35 PX01360 1/2" - 3/4" PEX Easy Cut Tool 0.3000 1 50

NP34 NP35 PX01390 3/8" - 1-1/4" Pipe Cutter 0.3400 1 50


NP37 PX01415 Tube Uncoiler 35.4000 1 1

NP35

NP37

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Applicable to NIBCO INC. PEX Piping Systems

NIBCO INC. warrants that when NIBCO ® PEX tube is used with NIBCO® PEX fittings, and NIBCO® valves and installation
accessories, they will, under normal conditions, use and service in potable water and radiant heat systems, be free from
defects in materials and workmanship for a period of twenty-five (25) years from the date of purchase when installed by a
licensed professional contractor. This 25-year warranty is voided if any non-NIBCO products are used in the PEX system.
NIBCO INC. warrants NIBCO PEX tube, when used under normal conditions, use and service in potable water and radi-
ant heat systems with brass insert fittings meeting NSF/ANSI 61, ASTM F1807 and ASTM F877 to be free from defects in
materials and workmanship for a period of ten (10) years form the date of purchase. NIBCO INC. warrants NIBCO PEX
fittings, manifolds, transition fittings and valves under normal conditions, use and service in potable water and radiant heat
systems, to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of ten (10) years from the date of purchase.
NIBCO INC. warrants NIBCO® associated hardware and tools for a period of 90 days from the date of purchase.

In the event any defect occurs which the owner believes is covered by this warranty, the owner should immediately
contact NIBCO Technical Services, either in writing or by telephone at 1.888.446.4226 or 1.574.295.3000. The
owner will be instructed to return said tube, fittings or accessories, at the owner’s expense, to NIBCO INC., or an authorized
representative for inspection. In the event said inspection discloses to the satisfaction of NIBCO INC. that said tube, fitting
or accessory is defective, a replacement shall be mailed free of charge to the owner.

IN ORDER FOR THIS LIMITED WARRANTY TO APPLY, THE ABOVE REFERENCED PRODUCTS MUST BE INSTALLED
BY A LICENSED PROFESSIONAL PLUMBER IN ACCORDANCE WITH NIBCO INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
AND IN COMPLIANCE WITH ALL APPLICABLE CODE REQUIREMENTS. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL VOID ALL
APPLICABLE WARRANTIES.

This warranty does not apply and you do not have a right of reimbursement if the failure or resulting damage is caused by:

1. breaks, tearing, kinking, gouges, punctures or other external damages before, during, or after installation;
2. exposure to temperatures and pressures beyond the product ratings as specified on the product or in the NIBCO
installation manual;
3. exposure to damaging chemicals, substances or corrosive water conditions;
4. damage from abnormal operating conditions;
5. damage due to accident, abuse, misuse, or unauthorized modification or repair;
6. improper installation due to worn, damaged, unauthorized or improperly calibrated tools;
7. components in the plumbing system other than those manufactured or sold by NIBCO;
8. not designing, installing, inspecting or testing the system in accordance with NIBCO installation instructions at the
time of the installation; or
9. failure to follow applicable code requirements and good plumbing practices.

TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THIS WARRANTY SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDES INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES OF EVERY TYPE AND DESCRIPTION RESULTING FROM ANY CLAIMED DEFECT IN MATERIAL OR
WORKMANSHIP, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PERSONAL INJURIES AND PROPERTY DAMAGES.

Some states or countries do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages so these limitations may not apply to you.

TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND


FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED IN DURATION.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary
from state to state and country to country.

To the best of our knowledge, the information contained in this publication is accurate. However, NIBCO does not assume any liability whatsoever for
the accuracy or completeness of such information. Final determinations of the suitability of any information or product for the use to be contemplated
is the sole responsibility of the user. The manner of that use, and whether there is any infringement of patents, is also the sole responsibility of the user.

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It’s been part of a long-
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quality. NIBCO products


are manufactured under *
Blytheville,
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Arkansas Georgia Indiana
a Quality Management
System conforming to the McAllen,
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Texas Indiana
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VALVES
Pressure-rated bronze, iron and alloy-iron gate, globe and check valves • Pressure-
rated bronze ball valves • Boiler specialty valves • Commercial and industrial
butterfly valves • Lined butterfly valves • Circuit balancing valves and kits •
Carbon and stainless steel ball valves • ANSI flanged steel ball valves • Lined
ball valves • Pneumatic and electric actuators and controls • Grooved ball and
butterfly valves • High performance butterfly valves • UL/FM fire protection valves
• MSS specification valves • Bronze specialty valves • Low pressure gate, globe,
check and ball valves • Frostproof sillcocks • Quarter-turn supply stops • Quarter-
turn low pressure valves • PVC and CPVC plumbing and industrial ball valves •
Bronze and iron y-strainers • Sample valves • Sanitary valves • Lead-free valves
• Hydronic valves • Labor saving valves • Manifold systems • Water temperature
control valves • System quality valves • Press x PEX transition valves

FITTINGS
Wrot and cast copper pressure and drainage fittings • Cast copper alloy flanges •
Powder coated steel companion flanges • Wrot and cast press fittings • ABS and
PVC DWV fittings • Schedule 40 PVC pressure fittings • CPVC CTS fittings • CPVC
CTS-to-metal transition fittings • Schedule 80 PVC and CPVC systems • Lead-free
fittings • Press x PEX transition fittings • Cast bronze push fittings
LEAD-FREE: Weighted average lead content ≤0.25%

FLEXIBLE PIPING SYSTEMS


PE-RT and PEX tubing for potable and radiant applications • Insulated tubing •
Risers • Ice maker tubing • Silicon Performance Bronze® fittings • Poly alloy fittings
• Home Run Manifold® • Radiant heat manifolds • Ball valves and supply stops •
Connections, tools and accessories • Radiant heat controls and panels

INDUSTRIAL PLASTICS
PVC and Corzan® CPVC schedule 80 fittings, true union ball and ball check
valves, butterfly valves, and specialty valves • Polypropylene and Kynar® PVDF
schedule 80 pipe, fittings, and true union ball and ball check valves • Pneumatic
and electric actuation systems
Corzan® are registered trademarks of the Lubrizol Corporation
Kynar® is a registered trademark of Arkema Inc.

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