Thermoplastics pipe and fitting systems for hot and cold water for domestic purposes and heating installations in buildings. Specification for cross-linked polyethylene (PE-X) pipes and associated fittings (+A1:2023)
BS 7291-3:2010
Document Status
Current
Supplement
British Standards Extra Supplement
Series
BS
Abstract
Specifies requirements and test methods for crosslinked polyethylene (PE-X) pipes and associated fittings which are designed to be used within buildings for the conveyance of cold water, including drinking water, and heated water, for use in domestic hot and cold water distribution and heating installations. Specifies general requirements for materials to be used for or in the form of PE‑X pipes, with or without a barrier layer or associated fittings and components.
History
Supersedes BS 7291-3:2006. Came into effect 30 April 2010. First published May 1990. Second edition, October 2001. Third edition, June 2006. Fourth (present) edition, April 2010. Amendment dated April 2023 - A1:See Foreword
ISBN
9780539248319
Subjects
- Ducts/flues/pipes
- Building services
- Liquid/gas supply
- Water supply
- Space heating/central heating
- Pipes
- Plastics pipes
Publisher History
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