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Astm F1960
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7.1.2 Degree of Cross-linking—When tested in accordance shall be free of cracks, holes, blisters, voids, foreign inclusions,
with 11.2, the degree of cross-linking for PEX reinforcing rings or other defects that are visible to the naked eye and that affect
shall be within the range from 70 to 89% inclusive. wall integrity.
7.1.3 Stabilizer Migration Resistance—When tested in ac-
cordance with 11.3, the time t2, shall be at least 50% of the 10. Assembly
time, t1.
10.1 Cold Expansion Joints—Fittings shall be joined to
8. Dimensions PEX tubing by the contraction of the tubing and reinforcing
ring over the insert of the cold expansion fitting. Fittings and
8.1 Dimensions and Tolerances—The dimensions and toler- PEX reinforcing rings shall meet the dimensional and material
ances of fittings and PEX reinforcing rings shall be as shown requirements of this standard. PEX tubing shall meet the
in Figs. 1 and 2 and Fig. 4 when measured in accordance with requirements of Specification F876 or F877.
6.3.2.
8.1.1 Alignment—The maximum angular variation of any 10.2 Expansion Tool—The expansion tool shall expand the
opening shall not exceed 1° off the true centerline axis. PEX tubing and reinforcing ring to a maximum inside diameter
8.1.2 Fittings with Solder Joint Ends—Solder joint ends as listed in Table 1. The expanded tubing shall be round to
shall be in accordance with ANSI B16.22, ANSI B16.18 or ensure uniform contraction of the tubing around the cold
MSS SP-104. expansion fitting. The expansion tool shall be inspected for
8.1.3 Tapered Threaded Ends—Fitting threads shall be wear according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
right-hand conforming to ANSI B1.20.1. They shall be taper 10.3 Procedure:
threads (NPT). 10.3.1 Assembly of Connections—Affix the cold expansion
fitting to the PEX tubing by sliding the PEX reinforcing ring
9. Workmanship, Finish, and Appearance onto the tubing and positioning the ring so that the end of the
9.1 The fittings shall be made from compounds that are ring overhangs the end of the tubing a maximum of 1⁄16 in. (1.6
homogeneous throughout. The sealing surfaces of the insert mm). Insert the expansion head into the tubing as far as it will
shall be smooth and free of foreign material. The fitting walls go. Holding the tool so that the centerline of the expansion
FIG. 1 Brass and Stainless Steel and Wrought Copper Insert Dimensions and Tolerances
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head is approximately in line with the centerline of the tubing, and ring from the fitting and trim 2 in. from the tubing. Using
operate the tool until the tubing and reinforcing ring are fully a new reinforcing ring, repeat the procedure in 10.3.1.
expanded. After completing the expansion process, remove the
expansion tool and insert the cold expansion fitting until the 11. Reinforcing Ring Testing Methods
tubing hits the shoulder of the fitting or the tube stop. Hold the
11.1 Density—Determine the density of the reinforcing ring
fitting in place until the tubing contracts sufficiently to hold the
material in accordance with Test Method D1505, or Test
fitting in place.
Method D792, using three specimens.
10.3.2 Improper Connections—If the insert fitting was not
fully inserted to its shoulder or tube stop or the reinforcing ring 11.2 Degree of Cross-Linking—Determine the degree of
was not placed in accordance with 10.3.1, remove the tubing cross-linking in accordance with Test Method D2765, Method
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Tube Size Inside Diameter (A) Max. out of Round Wall Thickness (B) Width (C)
3⁄8 in. 0.486 ± 0.004 0.012 0.123 ± 0.006 0.540 ± 0.020
1⁄2 in. 0.633 ± 0.003 0.012 0.123 ± 0.005 0.630 ± 0.020
5⁄8 in. 0.757 ± 0.003 0.012 0.123 ± 0.005 0.787 ± 0.020
3⁄4 in. 0.882 ± 0.004 0.016 0.123 ± 0.005 0.866 ± 0.020
1 in. 1.134 ± 0.004 0.020 0.143 ± 0.006 1.102 ± 0.030
1-1⁄4 in. 1.382 ± 0.004 0.020 0.138 ± 0.006 1.349 ± 0.040
1-1⁄2 in. 1.634 ± 0.004 0.020 0.138 ± 0.006 1.605 ± 0.040
2 in. 2.136 ± 0.004 0.025 0.236 ± 0.012 1.968 ± 0.040
NOTE 1—All dimensions shall be measured with appropriate micrometers, such as pin or ball micrometers for wall thickness and outside diameter
micrometers with flat anvils to measure outside diameter and width of rings.
NOTE 2—The maximum out of roundness of the PEX reinforcing ring shall not inhibit assembling with the tubing and fitting.
NOTE 3—Rings shall be free of burrs and inclusions.
FIG. 4 PEX Reinforcing Ring Dimensions, in.
TABLE 1 Maximum Expansion Head Dimensions obvious change in the shape or color of the samples, observed
Tube Size, in. Maximum Diameter Expanded, in. (mm) visually. The start of melting of surfaces, drip formation, or
3 ⁄8 0.579 in. (14.7 mm)
1 ⁄2
cracks indicates a shape change. Color change must be
0.710 in. (18.0 mm)
5 ⁄8 0.866 in. (22.0 mm) significant if it shall be counted as a failure. Observation of the
3 ⁄4 1.025 in. (26.0 mm) tube samples must be made at intervals making it possible to
1 1.260 in. (32.0 mm) read the time-to-failure within 15 % of the total testing time.
1-1⁄4 1.417 in. (36.0 mm)
1-1⁄2 1.713 in. (43.5 mm) Measure the time-to-failure of the unboiled sample (t1) and the
2 in. 2.660 in. (67.5mm) boiled sample (t2).
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12.2.4 This designation, F1960. with this specification and has been found to meet the
requirements of this specification.
13. Quality Assurance
13.1 When the product is marked with this designation 14. Keywords
(ASTM F1960), the manufacturer affirms that the product was 14.1 cold expansion fittings; cross-linked polyethylene; hot
manufactured, inspected, sampled, and tested in accordance and cold water distribution; PEX; PEX reinforcing rings
SUPPLEMENTARY REQUIREMENTS
This requirement applies whenever a regulatory authority or user calls for product to be used to
convey or be in contact with potable water.
S1.1 Products intended for the transport of potable water NSF Standard No. 14 by an acceptable certifying organization
shall be evaluated, tested, and certified for compliance with when required by the regulatory authority having jurisdiction.
ANSI/NSF Standard No. 61 or the health effects portion of
SUMMARY OF CHANGES
Committee F17 has identified the location of selected changes to this standard since the last issue (F1960–10)
that may impact the use of this standard. (Approved June 1, 2011)
(1) B967/B967M added to Referenced Documents. (3) Additional Copper Alloy UNS Nos. C35330, C46400,
(2) Additional Copper Alloy UNS Nos. C49260, and C49340 C48600, C49260, and C49340 were added to 5.1.1.2.
were added to 5.1.1.1.
Committee F17 has identified the location of selected changes to this standard since the last issue (F1960–09a)
that may impact the use of this standard. (Approved Aug. 1, 2010.)
Committee F17 has identified the location of selected changes to this standard since the last issue (F1960–09)
that may impact the use of this standard. (Approved Dec. 1, 2009.)
Committee F17 has identified the location of selected changes to this standard since the last issue (F1960–08)
that may impact the use of this standard. (Approved April 1, 2009.)
Committee F17 has identified the location of selected changes to this standard since the last issue (F1960–07a)
that may impact the use of this standard. (Approved May 1, 2008)
(1) Revised 5.1.1.1, 5.1.1.2, 5.1.1.3 and 5.3. (3) Revised Fig. 4.
(2) Revised Fig. 2.
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