scope:

This standard covers polyvinyl chloride (PVC) fittings intended to be joined in the field by means of a solvent cement system to PVC rigid conduit, tubing, and other fittings, based on the outside diameters given in NEMA TC 2-2003.

Included in this publication are requirements for materials, workmanship, dimensions, physical properties, couplings, female adaptors, male terminals, junction box adapters, reducers, elbows, caps and end-bells. Methods of marking, inspection, and practices for indicating compliance with these standards are also given. Junction boxes and access fittings are not included.

Note: The values stated in U.S. Customary units are to be regarded as the standard.

Note: Notes appearing in this Standards Publication are approved as NEMA Authorized Engineering Information.