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PRESS FITTINGS FOR STEEL PIPE

TECHNICAL MANUAL

Phone: 877.228.9246 • Fax: 877.232.9246 • E-mail: [email protected] • www.fastlockfittings.comMKT-24 • 04/11 FASTLOCK™ fittings are not currently approved for use with gas or fire protection applications.

FASTLOCK™ SYSTEMThe FASTLOCK™ system, which was introduced in Europe in 2002, provides a method of joining schedule 10 through schedule 40 black and galvanized ASTM A53 compliant steel pipe through a quick and easy press connection. The FASTLOCK™ system provides a very strong and tight connection.

The press connections are made with a press tool fitted with FASTLOCK™ jaws. Current electro-hydraulic crimping tools with a minimum force of 32kN of force equipped with FASTLOCK™ approved jaws are required.

The FASTLOCK™ system saves time and money by eliminating the need for threading dies, pipe sealants, and pipe wrenches used in threaded systems, as well as the burn permits, welding rods, flux, sealing compound, and protective gear used when welding. FASTLOCK™ fittings feature a hot dipped, galvanized coating for added strength and resistance to corrosion and are available in both a black and silver finish.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

FASTLOCK™ FITTINGS

From Cimberio Valve • Phone: 877.228.9246 • Fax: 877.232.9246 • E-mail: [email protected] • www.fastlockfittings.com


FASTLOCK™ press fittings are made from malleable cast iron. The annealing process used in the manufactur-ing of the fittings provides them with a greater malleability well suited for press connections.

During manufacturing, all FASTLOCK™ fittings are cleaned, washed, and then the galvanized fittings are dipped in 99.99% pure, molten zinc at temperatures over 1,112˚ F. This process completely coats the fitting’s surface inside and outside, giving them additional strength and providing a resistance to oxide corrosion. This corrosion resistant coating makes FASTLOCK™ fittings excellent for use in drinking water systems. FASTLOCK™ fittings are NSF-61-4 certified.

FASTLOCK™ fittings ensure a tightly sealed connection utilizing a sealing gasket and stainless steel gripping ring preassembled into each end of the fitting. Tabs on the fitting’s end retain the sealing gasket and stainless steel gripping ring. FASTLOCK™ fit-tings for gas use are properly identified and include an additional copper ring to prevent leakage and fire risk and a yellow HNBR gasket. FASTLOCK™ fittings that include a black EPDM gasket and lack a copper ring CANNOT be used for gas applications.

The sealing gasket ensures the connection is air and water tight after pressing. The thick sealing gasket provides a wide contact surface between the fitting and the pipe, ensuring a reliable connection. The AISI 316L stainless steel ring grips the pipe and prevents it from pulling out, even in cases of very high pressure.

The diagram to the right illustrates how the malleability of the fitting’s body together with the sealing gasket and stainless steel ring provide a strong and secure connection after being pressed.

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FASTLOCK™ System ................................................ 2FASTLOCK™ Fittings ................................................ 2FASTLOCK™ Applications & Operating Parameters .. 3FASTLOCK™ Pipe Requirements ............................... 4FASTLOCK™ Tool Requirements ............................... 4FASTLOCK™ Installation Instructions ........................ 5FASTLOCK™ Adapters .............................................. 8Installation Adjustments & Clearances .................... 8

Corrosion Resistance & Protective Coating.............. 9FASTLOCK™ Dimensions ....................................... 10Useful Information ................................................ 16Pressure Drop ....................................................... 17Thermal Expansion ............................................... 18Certification .......................................................... 21Warranty ............................................................... 23Frequently Asked Questions .................................. 24

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After Press ConnectionPressing Area

EPDM Gasket

316 Stainless Steel Ring

ASTM A53 Steel Pipe

Pressing Area

EPDM Gasket


ASTM A53 Steel Pipe

Before Press Connection

After Press ConnectionPressing Area

EPDM Gasket


ASTM A53 Steel Pipe

Pressing Area

EPDM Gasket


ASTM A53 Steel Pipe

Before Press Connection



EPDM Sealing Gaskets Stainless Steel Gripping Rings The gasket and stainless steel ring are held in place by tabs in the fitting’s end.

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FASTLOCK™ APPLICATIONS & OPERATING PARAMETERSFASTLOCK™ fittings have an operating temperature range of 0˚ – 250˚ F and a maximum operating pres-sure of 200 PSI. FASTLOCK™ fittings can be used for various applications including: drinking water (NSF-61-4 Certified), sanitary plumbing, HVAC, and compressed air. The table below details several applications and whether or not FASTLOCK™ is suitable for them.

Application Operating ParametersFASTLOCK™

EPDM Application

Flui

ds

Hot and Cold Potable Water 32˚ F – 250˚ F; Max. 200 PSI YES

Potable Water System Flushing Compliant with Major Plumbing Codes YES

Chilled Water with Corrosion Inhibitors 0˚ F – 250˚ F; Max. 200 PSIEthylene Glycol (50% Max. Concentration)Propylene Glycol (50% Max. Concentration)

YES

Hydronic Heating 0˚ F – 250˚ F; Max. 200 PSIEthylene Glycol (50% Max. Concentration)Propylene Glycol (50% Max. Concentration)

YES

Low Pressure Steam (WARNING: Application must be within operating parameters of FASTLOCK™ fittings)

0˚ – 250˚ F; Max. 200 PSI YES

Rainwater/Greywater 32˚ F – 250˚ F; Max. 200 PSI YES

Heating Fuel Oil -40˚ F – 180˚ F Ambient; Max.125 PSI NO

Diesel Fuel Oil Compliant with NFPA 30 and 30A NO

Process Piping

Propylene Glycol (100% Max. Concentration) 0˚ – 250˚ F; Max. 200 PSI YES

Ethylene Glycol (100% Max. Concentration) 0˚ – 250˚ F; Max. 200 PSI YES

Butylene Glycol (100% Max. Concentration) 0˚ – 250˚ F; Max. 200 PSI YES

Gase

s

Compressed Air with Less than 25mg/m3 oil content 0˚ F – 160˚ F Ambient; Max. 200 PSI YES

Compressed Air with Greater than 25mg/m3 oil content 0˚ F – 160˚ F Ambient; Max. 200 PSI NO

Carbon Dioxide CO2 Dry 0˚ F – 250˚ F Ambient; Max. 140 PSI YES

Nitrogen N2 0˚ F – 250˚ F Ambient; Max. 140 PSI YES

Argon, Corgon® 0˚ F – 250˚ F Ambient; Max. 140 PSI YES

Vacuum Max. 29.2 inches of Mercury YES

Natural Gas, Liquid Propane Gas, Mixed Fuel Gases, Manufactured Fuel Gases, Liquid Butane Gas

-40˚ F – 180˚ F Ambient; Max. 125 PSI NO

Oxygen O2 (Non-Medical) 0˚ F – 160˚ F Ambient; Max. 160 PSI YES

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FASTLOCK™ TOOL REQUIREMENTSFASTLOCK™ Jaws (Jaws, Actuators, and Collars): FASTLOCK™ fittings are for use with FASTLOCK™ approved jaws only. FASTLOCK™ jaws are suited for use on most ½" – 2" press tools available with a press force of at least 32kN. Jaws must be clean and handled carefully to prevent any damage that could cause malfunction. Before making any connections, make sure that the jaws are properly mounted on the press machine.

Press Tools ½", ¾", 1" Jaws Actuator & 1¼", 1½", 2" Collars

Ridgid® 100-B, RP210-B NO NO

Ridgid® CT-400, 320, 330 YES YES

REMS® Power-Press (E, 2000, ACC) YES YES

REMS® Akku-Press, Akku-Press ACC YES YES

Rothenberger® Romax AC ECO YES YES

Rothenberger® Romax Compact NO NO

Stanley® Virax® P20+ YES YES

Stanley® Virax® M20+ NO NO

Press Tool: FASTLOCK™ jaws must be used with an approved press tool for sizes up to 2" with a press force of at least 32kN (7193.8 lbf) and operating either at 110 volts or on battery power. FASTLOCK™ jaws are compatible with press tools by Ridgid®, Rothenberger®, REMS®, and Stanley® VIRAX®. Use the table above to determine if your press tool is compatible with FASTLOCK™ jaws.

Pipe Cutter: A manual or electrical tool can be used to cut the steel pipe. The cut must be made perpendicu-lar to the pipe’s axis. (See Installation Instructions)

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FASTLOCK™ PIPE REQUIREMENTSFASTLOCK™ fittings are designed for use with systems utilizing schedule 10 through schedule 40 ASTM A53 compliant black or galvanized standard steel pipe. Use the table below to determine if the pipe you are using is ASTM A53 compliant. Be sure to measure the pipe with a gauge to ensure that it is the correct size.

Nominal Pipe SizeASTM A53

Schedule 10 Schedule 40

Actual Outer Diameter

Wall Thickness

Actual Outer Diameter

Wall Thickness

½" 0.840" 0.83" 0.840" 0.109"

¾" 1.050" 0.83" 1.050" 0.113"

1" 1.315" 0.109" 1.315" 0.133"

1¼" 1.660" 0.109" 1.660" 0.140"

1½" 1.900" 0.109" 1.900" 0.145"

2" 2.375" 0.109" 2.375" 0.154"

Permissible Variations in Outside Diameter: ± 0.016"

FASTLOCK™ supplies gauges that quickly determine if a pipe is the correct size. The gauge is sized to ASTM A53 standards for outer diameter and wall thickness. When pipe is inserted into the slots corresponding with its nominal size, properly sized pipe will hit a visible inner stop or ridge (above). Pipe that is too small will pass this stop and pipe that is too large won’t fit in the slot.

1/2"

1/2"

1"

1"

3/4"

3/4" Pipe with properwall thickness will hit the inner stop.

Pipe with properouter dimension will hit the inner stop.

Too large

Too small

Stops

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FASTLOCK™ INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONSCorrect installation is important to the proper functioning of any plumbing system. The following are detailed instructions on how to correctly use FASTLOCK™ fittings to connect steel pipe. Be sure to read through all of these instructions before completing any connections.

1. Prepare and cut the pipe. FASTLOCK™ fittings are for use with black and galvanized schedules 10 through 40 ASTM A53 compliant standard steel pipe. Using the supplied gauge or calipers, verify that the outside diameter and wall thickness of the pipe being used conforms to the ASTM standards on the previous page. In case of doubt, or if using old or oxidized pipe already installed, position the gauge against the pipe and rotate it at least 90˚ to ensure the pipe’s diameter is consistent to ASTM standards. The pipe should be free of indentations, pits, and deformations. The pipe must also be clean and free of debris, rust, scale, paint, oil, grease, or excessive coating. If necessary, clean the pipe with a 43⁄8" x 31⁄8" piece of Gr. 100 sandpaper by holding the sandpaper against the pipe and buffing it in a back and forth motion with both hands 40 times (picture 1A). Repeat this procedure 3 more times, rotating the sandpaper 90˚ each time, until the complete cir-cumference of the pipe has been sanded (Picture 1B). Once cleaned, re-measure the pipe to ensure that its diameter remains consistent with ASTM standards. If the measurement is good, cut the pipe where it has been cleaned. The cut must be made perpendicular to the pipe axis with either a manual or electrical pipe cutter or hacksaw. The pipe’s cut should be within 1⁄10 of the pipe’s diameter.

2. Deburr the pipe. Once properly cut, deburr the pipe’s inside and outside edges to avoid damag-ing the fitting’s gasket. Make sure the pipe is clean and free of debris after deburring.

FASTLOCK™ Jaws (½" – 1") FASTLOCK™ Actuator & Collar (1¼" – 2")

Pipe Cutter Deburrer

1C. Cut the Pipe 2. Deburr the Pipe

Pipe 1

2

3

4

1A. Clean the Pipe 1B. Clean All Sides of Pipe

Deburrer: A deburrer must be used to remove any debris or metal shavings from the pipe before it is inserted into the fitting. Failure to do so could damage the fitting’s gasket, preventing a proper seal.

Lubricant: To ease inserting the pipe into the fitting, it is recommended that you apply an approved silicone lubricant spray to either the edge of the pipe or the inside of the fitting. Make sure that the lubricant used is approved for use with the fitting’s EPDM gasket (the lubricant CANNOT be petroleum based) and the sys-tem’s intended application. Soapy water may also be used to lubricate the pipe and fittings.

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3. Verify the fitting. Before using a FASTLOCK™ fitting, verify the presence, integrity and correct positioning of both the gasket and stainless steel gripping ring inside the fitting. Refer to picture 3B to see the correct positioning of the gasket and stainless steel gripping ring.

4. Mark the insertion depth on the pipe. Before inserting the pipe into the fitting, a mark must be made on the pipe indicating the proper insertion depth. If the pipe is not inserted to the proper depth before pressing, the connection could be jeopardized. The table below indicates the proper insertion depths for each size fitting. Note that some fittings such as slip couplings and slip tees do not have a stop and a mark must be used to determine if the pipe has been inserted to the proper depth.

Fitting Size

½" ¾" 1" 1¼" 1½" 2"

Min. Pipe Insertion

Depth0.96" 1.12" 1.23" 1.45" 1.45" 1.45"

5. Insert the pipe. Slide the fitting onto the pipe us-ing a gentle turning motion until the pipe makes contact with the stop. If necessary, lubricate the pipe or fitting with an approved silicone spray. Soapy water may also be used as a lubricant. Once the pipe is inserted into the fitting, verify that the mark made on the pipe in the previous step lines up with the edge of the fitting.

6. Make the press connection. Complete the press connection using FASTLOCK™ approved jaws in accordance with your press tool’s instructions. The connection must be completed using the proper tools: a press tool with a minimum force of 32 kN (7193.8 lbf), for sizes up to at least 2", operating either at 110 volts or on battery power, and equipped with FASTLOCK™ approved jaws. Connections must be made using FASTLOCK™ aproved jaws. Make sure that the jaws are prop-erly installed on the press tool and that they are free of dirt and debris. Before completing a connection, read the section on the following page on how to properly position the jaws when making a connection. If the jaws are not positioned correctly, it will jeopardize the integrity of the connection. With the jaws properly positioned around the mouth of the fitting, complete the press connection following the instructions provided by the press tool’s manufacturer.

7. Verify the connection. If you forget to press a fitting or improperly press a fitting, the gasket won’t tighten all the way and a leak will occur. If left unpressed, FASTLOCK™ fittings will leak when pressure tested to a minimum of 45 PSI. FASTLOCK™ jaws imprint a visible, detectable mark on fittings that have been pressed correctly (circled in picture 7). Look for this mark on all connections to ensure that they have been com-pleted correctly. Often a connection may be re-pressed if not pressed completely.

4. Mark the Insertion Depth 5A. Lubricate the Fitting

5B. Insert the Pipe

6B. Complete the Connection 7. Verify the Connection

6A. Position the Jaws

3A. Verify the Fitting

Stainless Steel Ring

Gasket

Stop

3B. Fitting Parts

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Positioning the Jaws for a Proper Press ConnectionFASTLOCK™ fittings must be used with FASTLOCK™ approved jaws only. The diagram below left illustrates how to properly position the jaws to make a connection. The jaws should be perpendicular to the pipe and fitting and centered over the fitting mouth (1). Note that in the “wrong” illustrations, the jaws are either too far left (2), too far right (3), or not centered over the fitting’s mouth (4).

FASTLOCK™ jaws feature a ridge running around both sides of their outer edge. To ensure a proper seal when pressing, the mouth of the fitting being pressed must be completely within the ridges of the jaws. No part of the fitting mouth being pressed should be seen or extend beyond the edges of the jaws. If any part of the fitting mouth extends beyond the jaws, the fitting will not seal correctly and may be damaged when pressed. Before completing any FASTLOCK™ connections, study the diagram below right and the pictures below for the correct way to position the jaws when making a connection.

WRONG!When viewed directly, the fitting mouth

being pressed visibly extends to the left beyond the jaws.

CORRECTNo part of the fitting mouth being

pressed can be seen beyond the jaws when viewed directly.

CORRECTThe fitting mouth is securely inside of

the ridges on the jaws.

WRONG!The fitting mouth extends past the

ridges on the jaws.

WRONG!While the fitting mouth towards the back is within the ridges on the jaw, the fitting mouth extends past the

ridges towards the front of the jaws.

WRONG!While the fitting mouth towards the front is within the ridges on the jaw, the fitting mouth extends past the

ridges towards the back of the jaws.

FITTING PIPE

JAWS

RIDGE

RIDGE

RIDGE

RIDGE

CORRECT

1

WRONG!

2

WRONG!

3

WRONG!

4

90˚ 90˚ 90˚ 90˚

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Bulging Gasket After Pressing: Occasionally, a portion of the gasket may bulge past the fitting mouth after the fitting has been pressed. The fitting’s gripping ring is designed to accept a range of outer pipe diameters. In some cases, the two ends of the gripping ring do not meet after the fitting has been pressed. In these cases the gasket expands past the ring and fills the gap left by the gripping ring, sometimes extruding past the mouth of the fitting. These “bulging gaskets” have been examined in depth by the manufacturer and have been found to pose no threat of leaking.



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FASTLOCK™ ADAPTERS

INSTALLATION ADJUSTMENTS & CLEARANCES

FASTLOCK™ fittings utilize two types of adapters: reducing adapters for connecting to different sized pipe and threaded adapters for connecting to threaded components. All FASTLOCK™ adapters have a plain end that must be inserted completely into the fitting until the edge of the fitting mouth hits the external hexagon of the adapter. In the case of female threaded adapters, make sure the adapter’s plain end fits into the fitting’s mouth deep enough to allow the stainless steel ring to crimp onto the machined plain end. The press connection is completed in the same way as for connecting pipe, making sure to press the fiting mouth and not the external hexagon of the adapter. Pictured below are some fittings that can be created utilizing the adapters.

Adjustment: In some cases, it is possible to slightly turn and adjust the fitting after making a press connec-tion. The fitting design allows a slight manual adjustment.

Clearances: Figures 1 through 4 below and on the following page show the clearances that must be main-tained during installation to allow room for the press tool.

Figure 1 Figure 2

Size A B A B C

½" 2.64" 1.18" 3.35" 1.57" 1.97"

¾" 3.15" 1.38" 3.35" 1.57" 2.16"

1" 3.15" 1.38" 3.54" 1.89" 2.16"

1¼" 2.76" 2.76" 2.76" 2.76" 3.15"

1½" 4.33" 2.76" 5.90" 4.33" 4.33"

2" 4.33" 2.76" 5.90" 4.33" 4.33"

Reducing Adapter Used to Create a 2" x ½" Reducing Coupling

Female Threaded Adapter

Female Threaded Adapter Used to Create a 1" Female Thread x ½" Press Elbow

Reducing Adapter

Reducing Adapter Used to Create a 1" x 1" x ½" Reducing Tee

Adapter

1" ½"

A A

C

B B

Figure 1 Figure 2

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Adapter Adapter

1" 1"

½"

½" 2"

Gasket Bulge

Gripping Ring



9

AC

1.38"

B B

Figure 3 FIgure 4

Minimum Dimensions for Connections (Figure 3)

Size A B C

½" 0.20" 0.98" 2.17"

¾" 0.20" 1.10" 2.40"

1" 0.20" 1.22" 2.64"

1¼" 0.59" 1.46" 3.39"

1½" 0.32" 1.46" 3.22"

2" 0.32" 1.46" 3.22"

CORROSION RESISTANCE & PROTECTIVE COATINGThere are many kinds of corrosion (chemical, electrochemical, surface, etc.) that effect a metal’s mechanical properties. From a chemical point of view, a metal can become corroded if it loses or gains electrons. In fact, corrosion is the transfer of electrons from molecules of low electrochemical potential to those with high elec-trochemical potential. An element is corroded more or less quickly according to its electrochemical potential and its environment.

Corrosive Environments:

Wet Air: The presence of water and oxygen can corrode most metals. The more acidic the air, the more ag-gressive the corrosion.

Varying Electrochemical Conductivity: Corrosion can occur when two metals with different electrochemical properties are in contact with one another.

Bad Insulation: Metals located underground that are not properly insulated may become corroded from nat-ural ground conditions, especially in areas where streams pass through the ground where the metal is buried.

FASTLOCK™ Surface Treatment

One of the most widely used methods to protect a metal’s surface from corrosion is to give it a galvanized coating. By far, the hot dip zinc technology used in manufacturing FASTLOCK™ fittings is the best method to protect steel and cast iron from corrosion.

Electrochemical Protection: Because it is highly compatible with oxygen, zinc can be quickly heated to cre-ate a coating that, when applied, will prohibit corrosion. Zinc’s low electrochemical conductivity ensures that the cast iron fitting’s surface will be protected from corrosion. The coating is thick enough to remain intact even if the fitting is scratched.

Mechanical Protection: The hot dip zinc process ensures a highly adhesive coating, providing a robust sur-face that is smooth, flexible and resistant to abrasion. The FASTLOCK™ ferric structure of layers of zinc coating cast iron also contributes to the fittings’ mechanical properties. Hot dip zinc is a unique process that produces an extremely hard and resistant surface coating as evidenced in the table to the right.

The hardness of annealed cast iron is 100 Brinell. The cast iron with zinc coating (Fe-Zn) is tougher and reaches a hardness of approximately 165 Brinell; and therefore more resistant to abrasion. Because, the outer layers of zinc are more malleable than cast iron, the coasting is able to absorb hits or strikes.

The galvanized surface is tougher than the cast iron itself. Even if the coat-ing appears to be scratched off, it’s unlikely that it has been completely removed. In fact, thin layers at the bottom of the alloy layer are melted to the cast iron surface. So even if the entire upper layer has been scratched off, the lower layer would remain and still provide resistance to corrosion.

Brinell Hardness Number0 40 80 120 160 200

Zinc

Cast Iron

Fe-Zn

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Toxicity: Unlike other materials (lead, copper, cadmium etc.), pure zinc does not present any toxicity, even in large quantities. Possible toxicity could result from other metals in the zinc alloy, but for the hot dip zinc processing utilized to create FASTLOCK™, 99.99% pure zinc is used, making it safe for drinking water.

For pricing and availability of the following items, refer to FASTLOCK List Price Book.

Surface Damage Surface Damage Surface Damage

Zinc Coating

Zinc around the damaged point wears out before the cast iron because of its

lower electrochemical conductivity. The corrosion is limited to the upper layer, protecting the lower layer completely.

Paint

The damaged surface triggers a corrosive reaction that will continue

to build up until repaired.

Other Metal Coatings

Surface damage to chromium, nickel, or copper coatings triggers a corrosive reac-tion more quickly than on uncoated mate-rials. The corrosion can quickly penetrate

the surface, causing critical damage.

FASTLOCK™ DIMENSIONS

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Item No. 276: Reducing Coupling: Press x Reduced Press

Size A B B1 Z Z1 Weight

¾" x ½" 2.440" 0.492" 0.413" 1.142" 0.984" 0.414 lbs

1" x ¾" 2.637" 0.492" 0.492" 1.279" 1.142" 0.578 lbs

1¼" x 1" 2.952" 0.492" 0.492" 1.457" 1.279" 0.893 lbs

1½" x 1¼" 3.188" 0.492" 0.492" 1.457" 1.457" 1.096 lbs

2" x 1½" 3.188" 0.492" 0.492" 1.457" 1.457" 1.389 lbs

Item No. 270: Coupling: Press x Press

Size A Z Weight

½" 2.165" 0.197" 0.265 lbs

¾" 2.520" 0.197" 0.384 lbs

1" 2.756" 0.197" 0.503 lbs

1¼" 2.953" 0.197" 0.622 lbs

1½" 3.150" 0.197" 0.741 lbs

2" 3.346" 0.197" 0.860 lbs

A

Z

Item No. 271: Slip Coupling: Press x Press

Size A Weight

½" 2.165" 0.262 lbs

¾" 2.520" 0.381 lbs

1" 2.756" 0.500 lbs

1¼" 2.953" 0.620 lbs

1½" 3.150" 0.739 lbs

2" 3.346" 0.858 lbs

A

A

B B1

Z Z1



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Item No. 90: 90˚ Elbow: Press x Press

Size A Z Weight

½" 1.772" 0.630" 0.414 lbs

¾" 2.087" 0.748" 0.611 lbs

1" 2.441" 0.984" 0.836 lbs

1¼" 2.717" 1.142" 1.041 lbs

1½" 2.992" 1.339" 1.250 lbs

2" 3.268" 1.535" 1.462 lbs

Item No. 91: 90˚ Elbow: Press x Male Plain End

Size A B Z Weight

½" 1.772" 1.535" 0.630" 0.337 lbs

¾" 2.087" 1.654" 0.748" 0.483 lbs

1" 2.441" 2.008" 0.984" 0.714 lbs

1¼" 2.717" 2.283" 1.142" 0.888 lbs

1½" 2.992" 2.638" 1.339" 1.076 lbs

2" 3.268" 2.992" 1.535" 1.265 lbs

A

A

Z

Z

B

A

Z

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Item No. 274: Coupling: Press x MIPT

Size A Z Weight

½" 2.106" 0.984" 0.152 lbs

¾" 2.441" 1.142" 0.203 lbs

1" 2.756" 1.279" 0.339 lbs

1¼" 3.071" 1.457" 0.520 lbs

1½" 3.071" 1.457" 0.619 lbs

2" 3.189" 1.457" 0.948 lbs

A

Z

Item No. 272: Coupling: Press x FIPT

Size A Z Weight

½" 1.890" 0.276" 0.313 lbs

¾" 2.126" 0.236" 0.437 lbs

1" 2.362" 0.354" 0.560 lbs

1¼" 2.598" 0.394" 0.683 lbs

1½" 2.835" 0.472" 0.807 lbs

2" 3.071" 0.551" 0.930 lbs

A

Z



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Item No. 132: Slip Tee: Press x Press x Press

Size A Z Weight

½" 1.772" 0.630" 0.580 lbs

¾" 2.087" 0.748" 0.791 lbs

1" 2.441" 0.984" 1.107 lbs

1¼" 2.717" 1.142" 1.351 lbs

1½" 2.992" 1.339" 1.616 lbs

2" 3.268" 1.535" 1.878 lbs

A

A A

Z

Item No. 130: Tee: Press x Press x Press

Size A Z Weight

½" 1.772" 0.630" 0.584 lbs

¾" 2.087" 0.748" 0.796 lbs

1" 2.441" 0.984" 1.111 lbs

1¼" 2.717" 1.142" 1.358 lbs

1½" 2.992" 1.339" 1.620 lbs

2" 3.268" 1.535" 1.885 lbs

A

A A

Z Z

Z

Item No. 93: 90˚ Elbow: Press x FIPT

Size A B Z1 Z2 Weight

½" 1.772" 1.142" 0.630" 0.551" 0.353 lbs

¾" 2.087" 1.299" 0.748" 0.669" 0.494 lbs

1" 2.441" 1.575" 0.984" 0.827" 0.635 lbs

1¼" 2.717" 1.890" 1.142" 0.945" 0.776 lbs

1½" 2.992" 2.244" 1.339" 1.063" 0.917 lbs

2" 3.268" 2.598" 1.535" 1.181" 1.058 lbs

B

A

Z1

Z2

Item No. 92: 90˚ Elbow: Press x MIPT

Size A B Z Weight

½" 1.772" 1.535" 0.630" 0.337 lbs

¾" 2.087" 1.654" 0.748" 0.483 lbs

1" 2.441" 2.008" 0.984" 0.714 lbs

1¼" 2.717" 2.283" 1.142" 0.888 lbs

1½" 2.992" 2.638" 1.339" 1.076 lbs

2" 3.268" 2.992" 1.535" 1.265 lbs

B

A

Z



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Item No. 331: Union - Flat: FIPT x Male Plain End

Item N0. 341: Union - Tapered: FIPT x Male Plain End

Size A Weight

½" 2.087" 0.522 lbs

¾" 2.244" 0.723 lbs

1" 2.480" 0.948 lbs

1¼" 2.795" 1.570 lbs

1½" 2.992" 1.931 lbs

2" 3.228" 3.029 lbs

Item No. 300: Cap: Press

Size A Weight

½" 1.457" 0.160 lbs

¾" 1.654" 0.262 lbs

1" 1.772" 0.363 lbs

1¼" 2.008" 0.473 lbs

1½" 2.008" 0.626 lbs

2" 2.008" 0.818 lbs

A

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A

BB

A A

Z Z

A1Item No. 131: Tee - Reducing: Press Run x Reduced FIPT Branch

Size A A1 B Z Weight

1" x ½" 2.106" 1.457" 0.492" 1.122" 0.857 lbs

1¼" x ½" 2.165" 1.516" 0.492" 1.457" 1.087 lbs

1½" x ½" 2.283" 1.771" 0.492" 1.457" 1.742 lbs

1½" x ¾" 2.381" 1.850" 0.492" 1.457" 1.896 lbs

2" x ½" 2.283" 2.027" 0.492" 1.457" 2.253 lbs

2" x ¾" 2.381" 2.086" 0.492" 1.457" 2.474 lbs

Other sizes are available but sold as a pre-assembled 130 Tee and 243 Adapter. See FASTLOCK™ List Price Book.

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Size A A1 B B1 Z Z1 Weight

1½" x ½" 2.283" 2.322" 0.492" 0.413" 1.457" 0.984" 1.895 lbs

1½" x ¾" 2.381" 2.519" 0.492" 0.492" 1.457" 1.142" 2.094 lbs

2" x ½" 2.283" 2.952" 0.492" 0.413" 1.457" 0.984" 2.414 lbs

2" x ¾" 2.381" 3.188" 0.492" 0.492" 1.457" 1.142" 2.579 lbs

Other sizes are available but sold as a pre-assembled 130 Tee and 247 Adapter. See FASTLOCK™ List Price Book.



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Item No. 529: Adapter: FIPT x Male Plain End

Size A Z Weight

½" 1.614" 1.079" 0.139 lbs

¾" 1.862" 1.307" 0.249 lbs

1" 2.142" 1.480" 0.348 lbs

1¼" 2.350" 1.669" 0.542 lbs

1½" 2.461" 1.779" 0.769 lbs

2" 2.736" 2.039" 1.060 lbs

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Z

Item No. 242: Adapter: Male Plain End x Reduced Male Plain End

Size A Weight

¾" x ½" 1.870" 0.225 lbs

1" x ½" 2.146" 0.329 lbs

1" x ¾" 2.146" 0.353 lbs

1¼" x ½" 2.283" 0.465 lbs

1¼" x ¾" 2.205" 0.458 lbs

1¼" x 1" 2.264" 0.497 lbs

1½" x ¾" 2.342" 0.602 lbs

1½" x 1" 2.362" 0.620 lbs

1½" x 1¼" 2.315" 0.658 lbs

2" x ¾" 2.587" 0.944 lbs

2" x 1" 2.622" 0.960 lbs

2" x 1¼" 2.677" 0.997 lbs

2" x 1½" 2.661" 1.129 lbs

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Item No. 247: Adapter: Male Plain End x Reduced Press End

Size A Z Weight

¾" x ½" 2.185" 1.181" 0.187 lbs

1" x ½" 2.953" 1.378" 0.331 lbs

1" x ¾" 2.500" 1.319" 0.312 lbs

1¼" x ½" 3.150" 1.575" 0.441 lbs

1¼" x ¾" 3.150" 1.575" 0.463 lbs

1¼" x 1" 3.150" 1.575" 0.652 lbs

1½" x ½" 3.150" 1.575" 0.518 lbs

1½" x ¾" 3.150" 1.575" 0.549 lbs

1½" x 1" 3.150" 1.575" 0.652 lbs

1½" x 1¼" 3.150" 1.488" 0.527 lbs

2" x ½" 3.150" 1.575" 0.930 lbs

2" x ¾" 3.150" 1.575" 0.752 lbs

2" x 1" 3.150" 1.575" 0.818 lbs

2" x 1¼" 3.150" 1.575" 0.882 lbs

2" x 1½" 3.150" 1.575" 0.930 lbs

A

Z

Item No. 1270: Ball Valve: Press x Press

Size A B C Weight

½" 3.5625" 1.875" 4.1875" 0.744 lbs

¾" 3.5625" 2.0625" 4.6875" 1.076 lbs

1" 4.3125" 2.25" 5.5" 1.798 lbs

1¼" 4.3125" 2.5625" 6.1875" 2.68 lbs

1½" 5.9375" 3.1875" 6.6875" 3.798 lbs

2" 5.9375" 3.4375" 7.375" 5.656 lbs

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Item No. 246: Adapter: FIPT x Reduced Male Plain End

Size A Z Weight

¾" x ½" 1.929" 1.374" 0.225 lbs

1" x ½" 2.205" 1.543" 0.329 lbs

1" x ¾" 2.205" 1.543" 0.353 lbs

1¼" x ½" 2.362" 1.681" 0.489 lbs

1¼" x ¾" 2.362" 1.681" 0.476 lbs

1¼" x 1" 2.362" 1.681" 0.543 lbs

1½" x ¾" 2.382" 1.681" 0.554 lbs

1½" x 1" 2.441" 1.681" 0.600 lbs

1½" x 1¼" 2.508" 1.681" 0.668 lbs

2" x 1" 2.795" 2.095" 0.857 lbs

2" x 1¼" 2.795" 2.095" 0.888 lbs

2" x 1½" 2.795" 2.095" 0.941 lbs

Item No. 243: Adapter: Male Plain End x Reduced FIPT

Size A Z Weight

¾" x ½" 1.035" 0.799" 0.108 lbs

1" x ½" 1.065" 0.909" 0.216 lbs

1" x ¾" 1.065" 0.909" 0.168 lbs

1¼" x ½" 1.276" 1.020" 0.364 lbs

1¼" x ¾" 1.276" 1.020" 0.348 lbs

1¼" x 1" 1.276" 1.020" 0.300 lbs

1½" x ½" 1.295" 1.020" 0.439 lbs

1½" x ¾" 1.295" 1.020" 0.458 lbs

1½" x 1" 1.295" 1.020" 0.421 lbs

1½" x 1¼" 1.299 " 1.024" 0.315 lbs

2" x ½" 1.457" 1.081" 0.736 lbs

2" x ¾" 1.457" 1.081" 0.754 lbs

2" x 1" 1.457" 1.081" 0.772 lbs

2" x 1¼" 1.457" 1.081" 0.758 lbs

2" x 1½" 1.457" 1.081" 0.648 lbs

Item No. 241: Adapter: Male Plain End x Reduced MIPT

Size A Weight

¾" x ½" 1.870" 0.225 lbs

1" x ½" 2.146" 0.329 lbs

1" x ¾" 2.146" 0.353 lbs

1¼" x ½" 2.283" 0.465 lbs

1¼" x ¾" 2.205" 0.458 lbs

1¼" x 1" 2.264" 0.497 lbs

1½" x ¾" 2.342" 0.602 lbs

1½" x 1" 2.362" 0.620 lbs

1½" x 1¼" 2.315" 0.644 lbs

2" x ¾" 2.587" 0.895 lbs

2" x 1" 2.622" 0.911 lbs

2" x 1¼" 2.677" 0.960 lbs

2" x 1½" 2.661" 1.085 lbs

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Item No. 240: Adapter: Male Plain End x MIPT

Size A Weight

½" 1.732" 0.157 lbs

¾" 1.850" 0.249 lbs

1" 2.087" 0.419 lbs

1¼" 2.244" 0.617 lbs

1½" 2.323 0.728 lbs

2" 2.677" 1.213 lbs

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Water Pressure to Feet of Head

PSI Feet of Head PSI Feet of Head

1 2.31 100 230.90

2 4.62 110 253.93

3 6.93 120 277.07

4 9.24 130 300.16

5 11.54 140 323.25

6 13.85 150 346.34

7 16.16 160 369.43

8 18.47 170 392.52

9 20.78 180 415.61

10 23.09 200 461.78

15 34.63 250 577.24

20 46.18 300 692.69

25 57.72 350 808.13

30 69.27 400 922.58

40 92.36 500 1154.48

50 115.45 600 1385.39

60 138.54 700 1616.30

70 161.63 800 1847.20

80 184.72 900 2078.10

90 207.81 1000 2309.00

Feet of Head to Water Pressure

Feet of Head PSI Feet of Head PSI

1 0.43 100 43.31

2 0.87 110 47.64

3 1.30 120 51.97

4 1.73 130 56.30

5 2.17 140 60.63

6 2.60 150 64.96

7 3.03 160 69.29

8 3.46 170 76.63

9 3.90 180 77.96

10 4.33 200 86.62

15 6.50 250 108.27

20 8.66 300 129.93

25 10.83 350 151.58

30 12.99 400 173.24

40 17.32 500 216.55

50 21.65 600 259.85

60 25.99 700 303.16

70 30.32 800 346.47

80 34.65 900 389.78

90 39.98 1000 433.00

Fractions and Decimal Equivalents

Fraction (inches)

Decimal (inches)

Decimal (mm)

Fraction (inches)

Decimal (inches)

Decimal (mm)

Fraction (inches)

Decimal (inches)

Decimal (mm)

Fraction (inches)

Decimal (inches)

Decimal (mm)

1/64 0.016 0.397 17/64 0.266 6.747 33/64 0.516 13.097 49/64 0.766 19.447

1/32 0.031 0.794 9/32 0.281 7.144 17/32 0.531 13.494 25/32 0.781 19.844

3/64 0.047 1.191 19/64 0.297 7.541 35/64 0.547 13.891 51/64 0.797 20.241

1/16 0.063 1.588 5/16 0.313 7.938 9/16 0.563 14.288 13/16 0.813 20.638

5/64 0.078 1.984 21/64 0.328 8.334 37/64 0.578 14.684 53/64 0.828 21.034

3/32 0.094 2.381 1/3 0.333 8.467 19/32 0.594 15.081 27/32 0.844 21.431

7/64 0.109 2.778 11/32 0.344 8.731 39/64 0.609 15.478 55/64 0.859 21.828

1/8 0.125 3.175 23/64 0.359 9.128 5/8 0.625 15.875 7/8 0.875 22.225

9/64 0.141 3.572 3/8 0.375 9.525 41/64 0.641 16.272 57/64 0.859 21.828

5/32 0.156 3.969 25/64 0.391 9.922 21/32 0.656 16.669 29/32 0.906 23.019

11/64 0.172 4.366 13/32 0.406 10.319 43/64 0.672 17.066 59/64 0.922 23.416

3/16 0.188 4.763 27/64 0.422 10.716 11/16 0.688 17.463 15/16 0.938 23.813

13/64 0.203 5.159 7/16 0.438 11.113 45/64 0.703 17.859 61/64 0.953 24.209

7/32 0.219 5.556 29/64 0.453 11.509 23/32 0.719 18.256 31/32 0.969 2.606

15/64 0.234 5.953 15/32 0.469 11.906 47/64 0.734 18.653 63/64 0.984 25.003

1/4 0.250 6.350 1/2 0.500 12.700 3/4 0.750 19.050 1 1.000 25.400

USEFUL INFORMATION

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Pressure drop refers to the decrease in pressure from one point in a piping system to another point down-stream. This is mostly caused by friction between the flowing liquid and the pipe’s inner wall. Temperature and turns in the line, such as those created by an elbow, as well as branches in the line that converge or divert water flows, such as those created by a tee, will affect pressure drop.

The table below details the pressure drop for water flowing through ½" – 2" schedule 40 steel pipe at a tem-perature of 60˚ F. The friction losses are calculated using the Hazen-Williams equation with a roughness factor (C) of 125. The same information is plotted on Graph 1 below.

Pressure Drop for Water Flowing Through 100 Feet of Schedule 40 Steel Pipe at 60˚ F

Nominal Pipe Size ½" ¾" 1" 1¼" 1½" 2"

Flow Rate (ft3/s)

Flow Rate (GPM)

Pressure Drop (PSI/100 ft.)






0.00111 0.5 0.17 0.03

0.00223 1 0.60 0.16 0.05

0.01114 5 11.20 2.75 0.84 0.22 0.10

0.02228 10 42.40 9.99 2.99 0.77 0.36 0.11

0.04456 20 37.80 10.90 2.78 1.28 0.38

0.06684 30 23.80 5.92 2.72 0.79

0.08912 40 41.50 10.24 4.65 1.35

0.11140 50 15.66 7.15 2.03

0.13370 60 22.20 10.21 2.87

0.15600 70 13.71 3.84

0.17820 80 17.59 4.97

0.20050 90 22.00 6.20

0.22280 100 26.90 7.59

Graph 1: Pressure Drop for Water Flowing Through 100 Feet of Schedule 40 Steel Pipe at 60˚ F

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THERMAL EXPANSIONExpansion Δ L: Each installation is affected by temperature change. Large changes cause a pipe to increase or decrease in length. The formula for thermal expansion is ΔL = L · α · ΔT

ΔL = Total expansion (in)

L = Pipe length (ft)

α = coefficient of thermal expansion (8x10-5in/ft-F for steel)

ΔT = Temperature change (F)

This formula says that there are small changes in the length of the pipe due to temperature change. The lon-ger the pipe and the more the temperature increases, the more the pipe will grow in length. If the pipe gets colder, it will shrink in length by the same amount. The table below shows how much the pipe will expand (or contract) based on its length and the temperature change. Data is given for pipe run lengths from 10' to 100' and temperature changes from 20˚ F to 200˚ F. Don’t forget to use the temperature CHANGE and not the final temperature. If the pipe is installed in a room at 70˚ F and it heats up to 170˚ F in operation, the temperature change is 100˚ F.

Temperature Change ΔT (˚F)

L (ft) 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200

10 0.02" 0.03" 0.05" 0.06" 0.08" 0.10" 0.11" 0.13" 0.14" 0.16"

20 0.03" 0.06" 0.10" 0.13" 0.16" 0.19" 0.22" 0.26" 0.29" 0.32"

30 0.05" 0.10" 0.14" 0.19" 0.24" 0.29" 0.34" 0.38" 0.43" 0.48"

40 0.06" 0.13" 0.19" 0.26" 0.32" 0.38" 0.45" 0.51" 0.58" 0.64"

50 0.08" 0.16" 0.24" 0.32" 0.40" 0.48" 0.56" 0.64" 0.72" 0.80"

60 0.10" 0.19" 0.29" 0.38" 0.48" 0.58" 0.67" 0.77" 0.86" 0.96"

80 0.13" 0.26" 0.38" 0.51" 0.64" 0.77" 0.90" 1.02" 1.15" 1.28"

100 0.16" 0.32" 0.48" 0.64" 0.80" 0.96" 1.12" 1.28" 1.44" 1.60"

Piping Flexibility: In the case of long pipe runs or large temperature changes it is important to include ex-pansion joints, offsets, or loops in the line to reduce stresses induced by thermal expansion. If a pipe is held rigidly at each end and it expands due to a hot fluid, the pipe can be overstressed and fail. In these cases, an elbow is added to create an offset that can flex to take up the thermal expansion in the main line. Figures 5, 6, and 7 on the following pages show how changes in pipe direction can be added to reduce stresses to a safe level. In each case, a minimum offset distance of Bd is shown as the distance between changes in direc-tion and pipe supports that will compensate for the expansion.

Localized Pressure Drop: The pressure drop resulting from an elbow or tee can best be understood as being equivalent to an extra length of pipe in the system. The table below contains the equivalent length of pipe in feet for the pressure drop caused by each use of a FASTLOCK™ 90˚ elbow and standard tee.

Pressure Drop from FASTLOCK™ Fittings in Equivalent Feet of Pipe

Nominal Size 90˚ Elbow Standard Tee (Branch) Standard Tee (Run)

½" 1.54 ft. 3.12 ft. 1.04 ft.

¾" 2.03 ft. 4.10 ft. 1.37 ft.

1" 2.59 ft. 5.25 ft. 1.75 ft.

1¼" 3.45 ft. 6.89 ft. 2.30 ft.

1½" 4.04 ft. 8.04 ft. 2.68 ft.

2" 5.15 ft. 10.27 ft. 3.45 ft.

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Figure 5 shows the main horizontal run at the top and a vertical offset including a fixed pipe support. Figure 6 shows a vertical drop from a main horizontal run. In both cases the horizontal run is expanding and the vertical run must be long enough to flex and not be over stressed. In both these cases the minimum offset distance is calculated from:

Bd = K √De · ΔL

Where Bd = Minimum offset length (inches) K = Material flexibility factor (45 for steel pipe) De = Pipe outside diameter (inches) ΔL = Pipe expansion (inches)

Graph 2 below is a graphical representation of this equation for different pipe sizes.

Example of calculation of Bd for setup shown in Figures 5 or 6:

Main run: 1" pipe, 40' long. 190˚ F operating temperature, 70˚ F ambient.

ΔT = 190˚ F - 70˚ F = 120˚ F

ΔL = 0.38" from table on previous page

Bd = K √De · ∆L = 45 √1.315 · 0.38 = 32"

This same result can be obtained from the curve for 1" pipe in Graph 2 below.

Figure 5

Figure 6

Fixed Support

Fixed Support

ΔL

Bd

ΔL ΔL

Sliding Support Sliding Support

Sliding Support

Bd

Graph 2: Minimum Offset Distances for Figures 5 and 6

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Additional flexibility can be obtained by using a U shaped loop as shown in Figure 7. The same formula applies, but in this case:

K = 25

The results of the calculation for this setup are repre-sented in Graph 3 below.

Figure 7

Graph 3: Minimum Offset Distances for Figure 7

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50

60

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What is the background of FASTLOCK™ fittings?

FASTLOCK™ fittings are manufactured in Italy under the AFL trademark by IMS S.p.A., a division of the Casti Group. FASTLOCK™ fittings have been in use in Europe since 2002 under the name “Block Fittings” and are now sold in the United States through Cimberio Valve Co. Inc.

What applications can FASTLOCK™ fittings be used for?

See the table on page 3 for a complete list of applications.

What is the warranty on FASTLOCK™ fittings?

IMS S.p.A. guarantees that the fittings will be free from defects in material and workmanship when properly installed and used under normal conditions for a period of fifty years from installation. See page 23.

What should I do if the fittings I'm using leak?

First, make sure that the fitting was pressed completely and correctly as de-scribed in the installation instructions. Afterwards, if you suspect the fitting is defective, contact Cimberio Valve Co. at 877-228-9246 within thirty days and create a warranty claim. You must remove the leaking fitting with at least 6" of pipe on each side (where applicable) and mail it at your expense to Cimberio Valve Company, 100 Quaker Lane, Malvern, PA 19355. AFL S.p.A. will inspect and test the returned product and will notify you in writing in a reasonable amount of time of the diagnosis.

How do I verify that my pipe conforms to ASTM A53 standards?

Be sure to measure the pipe with a gauge before use as described in the installation instructions. Gauges are included in the jaws sets and available on request free of charge. In the event that the gauge is lost or missing, use another pipe gauge and make sure that the measurements equal those listed in the table on page 4. Both the outer diameter and the wall thickness must be measured on the pipe being used to ensure that it conforms to ASTM A53 standards.

Should special steps be taken when using old pipe?

Yes. Follow the instructions for preparing the pipe in step 1 of the installation instructions on page 5.

Can a press connection be made on curved pipe?

As long as the pipe end can be inserted into the fitting to the proper inser-tion depth, there should be no problem making a connection.

Can FASTLOCK™ be used on oval or out-of-round pipe?

The pipe must be measured with a gauge to ensure that it meets ASTM A53 standards. If the pipe conforms to ASTM A53 standards and can be inserted into the fitting to the proper insertion depth, it is suitable for use with FASTLOCK™.

How clean should the pipe be?

The pipe should be clean and free of debris, rust, scale, paint, oil, grease, and excessive coating.

Will debris on the inside of the pipe affect the press connection?

It is important that the interior of the pipe be free of debris. Debris and metal shavings can damage the gasket of the fitting or cause further damage on other parts of the line once the plumbing system is in use.

How straight should the pipe be cut?

The pipe should be cut perpendicular to its axis. The cut’s diameter should be within 1/10 of the pipe’s diameter.

What should I do if I accidentally cut the EPDM gasket?

If the gasket is damaged the FASTLOCK™ fitting will fail to make a proper connection. If the gasket is damaged you must use another FASTLOCK™ fitting with an intact gasket.

What type of lubricant can I use with FASTLOCK™ fittings?

It is recommended that you apply an approved silicone lubricant spray to

either the edge of the pipe or the inside of the fitting. Make sure that the lu-bricant used is approved for use with the fitting’s EPDM gasket (the lubricant CANNOT be petroleum based) and the system’s intended application. Soapy water may also be used as a lubricant.

Without a stop in the fitting, how much weight can the joint take?

The weight should not exceed 2,000 lbs.

Does the FASTLOCK™ system require the use of special valves?

No. If you prefer to use threaded valves, FASTLOCK™ provides threaded adapters that will accommodate them.

How do I know if FASTLOCK™ jaws will work with my press tool?

FASTLOCK™ jaws must be used with a press tool for sizes up to 2" with a press force of at least 32kN and operating either at 110 volts or on battery power. For more information, see the table on page 4.

Will the jaws I use for copper and stainless steel press connections work with FASTLOCK™ fittings?

No. Only FASTLOCK™ approved jaws can be used with FASTLOCK™ fitting.

Can a FASTLOCK™ fitting be rotated or adjusted after being pressed?

In some cases, it is possible to slightly turn and adjust the fitting after mak-ing a press connection. The fitting design allows a slight manual adjustment. It is recommended that a fitting be repressed after rotating.

How can I detect unpressed connections?

Unpressed connections will leak when pressure tested to a minimum of 45 psi. Always increase the pressure gradually when performing any pres-sure tests. FASTLOCK™ jaws imprint a visible, detectable mark on fittings that have been pressed correctly. Look for this mark on all connections to ensure that they have been completed correctly. Often a connection may be re-pressed if not pressed completely.

Is FASTLOCK™ approved for underground use?

Yes, FASTLOCK™ can be used in underground installations as long as ap-proval is received from the local plumbing inspector.

Is FASTLOCK™ compatible with the cleaning agents used to disinfect a new plumbing system?

Yes, as long as the procedure below is followed:1. The piping system must be flushed with potable water until the water runs clear from all outlets.2. The system must be completely sealed off and allowed to stand while filled with either a solution of water and 50 parts per million of chlorine for 24 hours or a solution of water and 200 parts per million of chlorine for 3 hours.3. After the system has stood with the water and chlorine solution for the proper amount of time, it must be flushed with water until the chlorine is completely purged from the system

How long will the EPDM gasket last?

It is guaranteed for 50 years and will last the life of the fitting.

What is the flow rate of a FASTLOCK™ fitting?

The flow rate for FASTLOCK™ fittings is the same as for a comparable mal-leable cast iron threaded fitting. See pages 17 – 18.

What is the minimum amount of air or water pressure that would cause an unpressed FASTLOCK™ fitting to leak?

Unpressed FASTLOCK™ fittings will leak at pressures lower than 45 PSI. During lab tests, unpressed FASTLOCK™ fittings have leaked at pressures as low as 7 PSI for both air and water.

What is the minimum amount of air or water pressure that would blow an unpressed FASTLOCK™ fitting off of a pipe?

Under normal conditions, an unpressed FASTLOCK™ fitting will blow off of a pipe at 29 PSI for both air and water.

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