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This European Standard specifies materials and test requirements for tube connections with press end fittings of stainless steel. This European Standard specifies press end connections in the size range 6 mm to 108 mm for the purpose of joining stainless steel tubes intended for use in hot or cold or combined hot and cold water, heating and cooling systems, natural gas and liquefied petroleum gas systems. Permissible operating temperatures and maximum operating pressures are also established. Fittings may comprise a combination of end types, specified in this standard or other standards, providing they are suitable for the fluid /gas being conveyed. The standard establishes a designation tube system with press end joints made with the components fitting and, tube pressed with a pressing tool. This standard is applicable to press fittings for joining stainless steel tubes to EN 10312. Fittings may be suitable for joining other metallic tubes provided the press fitting joint with the specified tube meets the requirements of this standard.