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AWWA C901-2020
Polyethylene (PE) Pressure Pipe and Tubing, 3/4 In. (19 mm) Through 3 In. (76 mm), for Water Service
This standard describes polyethylene (PE) pressure pipe and tubing made from material having standard PE code designation PE4710 and intended for use in potable water, reclaimed water, and wastewater service. PE pipe ranges in nominal size from 3/4 in. (19 mm) through 3 in. (76 mm) and conforms to the outside-diameter (OD) dimensions of iron pipe size (IPS). PE tubing ranges in size from 3/4 in. (19 mm) through 2 in. (51 mm) and conforms to the OD dimensions of copper tube size (CTS). Included in this standard are criteria for classifying PE plastic pipe materials, a system of nomenclature for PE plastic pipe, and requirements and test methods for materials, pipe, and tubing. Methods of marking are also given.
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