scope:

This Standard covers press connections made with:

(a) copper or copper alloy fittings and Type K, L, and M copper tube;

(b) carbon steel fittings and Schedule 10 and 40 carbon steel pipe;

(c) stainless steel fittings and Schedule 5, 10, and 40 stainless steel pipe; or

(d) stainless steel fittings and stainless steel pipe complying with the dimensions specified in Table 1.

This Standard specifies requirements for materials, physical characteristics, performance testing, and markings.

Products covered by this Standard include fittings, tube, and pipe with press connection ends combined with other types of connections (e.g., threaded, soldered, and push‐fit).

Carbon steel fittings and pipe covered by this Standard are not intended to be used in plumbing systems.