Copper and copper alloys - Plumbing fittings - Part 4: Threaded fittings
This document specifies product characteristics, assessment methods, compliance criteria of the test results and a designation system for threaded fittings. These threaded ends exist with metallic and with non-metallic sealing elements for the purposes of joining with tubes, pipes, fittings or valves, the threaded ends have a size range from 3,175 mm (1/ 8" ) to 101,6 mm (4" ). The threaded fittings are designed for a service lifetime up to fifty years.The fittings are used up to the operating temperatures and corresponding maximum operating pressures as indicated in Annex A.This document applies to copper alloy fittings. A non-exhaustive list of these copper alloys is given in CEN/ TS 13388.Threaded fittings may also have flanged end connections according to EN 1092-3.Threaded fittings may also have a plated or other decorative surface coating.Fittings can be produced by machining, metal forming, casting, or fabrication.Products covered by this document are intended to be used in:a) liquid applications:- hot, cold or combined hot and cold water, includingsystems according to EN 806 - closed heating systems according to EN 12828 - cooling systems - drainage systems - fire protection systems including sprinkler systems according to EN 12845.b) gas applications:- natural gas and liquefied petroleum gas systems with a maximum operating pressure less than or equal to 5 bar according to EN 1775 - compressed air systems.
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