IS 7834

: 2000

injection moulded PVC socket fittings with solvent cement joints for water supplies, Part 4: Specific requirements for 90-degree tees

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This standard provides specific requirements for injection-moulded unplasticized PVC (uPVC) 90-degree tees intended for use with solvent cement joints in water supply systems. It details the dimensions, material properties, performance tests (like pressure and opacity), and marking for various sizes of tees to ensure product quality and interchangeability.

injection moulded PVC socket fittings with solvent cement joints for water supplies, Part 4: Specific requirements for 90-degree tees

Quick Reference Values
Material specification complianceGrade 1 or Grade 2 compound as per IS 10148
Socket dimensions complianceAs per Table 1 of IS 7834 (Part 1)
Stress relief test temperature150 ± 2 °C for 30 min
Opacity test requirementShall not transmit more than 0.2 percent of visible light
Reversion test requirementMaximum 5% change in length
General requirements complianceMust conform to IS 7834 (Part 1)
Practical Notes
Always ensure the pressure class of the cap matches or exceeds that of the pipeline it is being fitted to.
The effectiveness of the cap depends entirely on the correct application of solvent cement; follow manufacturer instructions and general guidelines in IS 7834 (Part 1).
Check for the ISI certification mark on the fitting to ensure compliance with the standard.