1. Scope

1.1 This specification covers elastomeric seals (gaskets) used to seal the joints of plastic pipe used for gravity, low-pressure, and high-pressure applications. This refers to push-on joints which require no internal or external pressure to effect the initial seal.

1.2 Requirements are given for natural or synthetic rubber gaskets, or a combination of both.

Note 1Oil-resistant gaskets are available for those applications where exposure to solvents or oil may occur. The user should contact the gasket manufacturer for recommendations.

1.3 The text of this specification references notes, footnotes, and appendixes which provide explanatory material. These notes and footnotes (excluding those in tables and figures) shall not be considered as requirements of the specification.

1.4 The following precautionary caveat pertains only to the test method portion, Section 7, of this specification: This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to consult and establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

2. Referenced Documents (purchase separately) The documents listed below are referenced within the subject standard but are not provided as part of the standard.

ASTM Standards

D395 Test Methods for Rubber Property--Compression Set

D412 Test Methods for Vulcanized Rubber and Thermoplastic Elastomers--Tension

D471 Test Method for Rubber Property--Effect of Liquids

D518 Test Method for Rubber Deterioration--Surface Cracking

D573 Test Method for Rubber--Deterioration in an Air Oven

D883 Terminology Relating to Plastics

D1149 Test Methods for Rubber Deterioration--Cracking in an Ozone Controlled Environment

D1229 Test Method for Rubber Property--Compression Set at Low Temperatures

D1349 Practice for Rubber--Standard Temperatures for Testing

D1414 Test Methods for Rubber O-Rings

D1415 Test Method for Rubber Property--International Hardness

D1566 Terminology Relating to Rubber

D2240 Test Method for Rubber Property--Durometer Hardness

F913 Specification for Thermoplastic Elastomeric Seals (Gaskets) for Joining Plastic Pipe

NSF Standards

Keywords

elastomeric; gaskets; plastic pipe; push-on joint ; rubber; seals; synthetic; thermoplastaic elastomer; Sealants--specifications; Sewer pipe (thermoplastic)--specifications; Durometer hardness; Elastomeric seals/sealants--specifications; Gaskets--specifications; Plastic pipe/tubing/fittings--specifications; Reinforced thermosetting resin (RTR) seals--specifications ;

ICS Code

ICS Number Code 23.040.80 (Seals for pipe and hose assemblies)

DOI: 10.1520/F0477-07

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