ASTM F1960-23a
Standard Specification for Cold Expansion Fittings with PEX Reinforcing Rings for Use with Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX) and Polyethylene of Raised Temperature (PE-RT) Tubing

Standard No.

ASTM F1960-23a

Release Date

2023

Published By

American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

Status

Be replaced 2023-09

Replace By

ASTM F1960-23b

Latest

ASTM F1960-23b

Scope

1.1 This specification covers cold expansion fittings and cross-linked (PEX) reinforcing rings for use with cross-linked polyethylene (PEX) plastic tubing in nominal tubing sizes of 3⁄8, 1⁄2, 5⁄8, 3⁄4, 1, 11⁄4, 11⁄2, 2, 21⁄2, and 3 in. that meet the requirements of Specification F876 or F3253 and for use with Polyethylene of Raised Temperature (PE-RT) pipe in nominal tubing sizes of 3⁄8, 1⁄2, 5⁄8, 3⁄4, 1, 11⁄4, 11⁄2, 2, 21⁄2, and 3 that meet the requirements of Specification F2769. These fittings are intended for use in 100 psi (690 kPa) coldand hot-water distribution systems operating at temperatures up to and including 180 °F (82 °C). The system is comprised of a PEX reinforcing ring and a cold expansion fitting. Included are the requirements for materials, workmanship, dimensions, and markings to be used on the fitting components. The components covered by this specification are intended for use in residential and commercial, hot and cold, potable water distribution systems as well as building supply lines, sealed central heating, including under-floor-heating systems. 1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard. 1.3 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 establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. 1.4 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

ASTM F1960-23a Referenced Document

• ASTM A351/A351M Standard Specification for Castings, Austenitic, Austenitic- Ferritic (Duplex), for Pressure-Containing Parts
• ASTM B140/B140M Standard Specification for Copper-Zinc-Lead (Red Brass or Hardware Bronze) Rod, Bar, and Shapes
• ASTM B16/B16M Standard Specification for Free-Cutting Brass Rod, Bar and Shapes for Use in Screw Machines
• ASTM B283/B283M Standard Specification for Copper and Copper-Alloy Die Forgings (Hot-Pressed)
• ASTM B371/B371M Standard Specification for Copper-Zinc-Silicon Alloy Rod
• ASTM B453/B453M Standard Specification for Copper-Zinc-Lead Alloy (Leaded-Brass) Rod, Bar, and Shapes
• ASTM B584 Standard Specification for Copper Alloy Sand Castings for General Applications
• ASTM B62 Standard Specification for Composition Bronze or Ounce Metal Castings
• ASTM B75/B75M Standard Specification for Seamless Copper Tube
• ASTM B927/B927M Standard Specification for Brass Rod, Bar, and Shapes*， 2023-10-01 Update
• ASTM B967/B967M Standard Specification for Copper-Zinc-Tin-Bismuth Alloy Rod, Bar and Wire*， 2023-04-15 Update
• ASTM D1505 Standard Test Method for Density of Plastics by the Density-Gradient Technique
• ASTM D1600 Standard Terminology for Abbreviated Terms Relating to Plastics
• ASTM D2122 Standard Test Method for Determining Dimensions of Thermoplastic Pipe and Fittings
• ASTM D2765 Standard Test Methods for Determination of Gel Content and Swell Ratio of Crosslinked Ethylene Plastics
• ASTM D2837 Standard Test Method for Obtaining Hydrostatic Design Basis for Thermoplastic Pipe Materials
• ASTM D6358 Standard Classification System for Poly (Phenylene Sulfide) Injection Molding and Extrusion Materials Using ISO Methods
• ASTM D6394 Standard Specification for Sulfone Plastics (SP)
• ASTM D792 Standard Test Methods for Density and Specific Gravity (Relative Density) of Plastics by Displacement
• ASTM F2769 Standard Specification for Polyethylene of Raised Temperature (PE-RT) Plastic Hot and Cold-Water Tubing and Distribution Systems*， 2024-02-13 Update
• ASTM F3253 Standard Specification for Crosslinked Polyethylene (PEX) Tubing with Oxygen Barrier for Hot- and Cold-Water Hydronic Distribution Systems*， 2024-02-13 Update
• ASTM F412 Standard Terminology Relating to Plastic Piping Systems*， 2023-07-20 Update
• ASTM F876 Standard Specification for Crosslinked Polyethylene (PEX) Tubing*， 2024-02-13 Update
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• ISO 9080 Plastics piping and ducting systems - Determination of the long-term hydrostatic strength of thermoplastics materials in pipe form by extrapolation

ASTM F1960-23a history

• 2023 ASTM F1960-23b Standard Specification for Cold Expansion Fittings with PEX Reinforcing Rings for Use with Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX) and Polyethylene of Raised Temperature (PE-RT) Tubing
• 2023 ASTM F1960-23a Standard Specification for Cold Expansion Fittings with PEX Reinforcing Rings for Use with Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX) and Polyethylene of Raised Temperature (PE-RT) Tubing
• 2023 ASTM F1960-23 Standard Specification for Cold Expansion Fittings with PEX Reinforcing Rings for Use with Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX) and Polyethylene of Raised Temperature (PE-RT) Tubing
• 2022 ASTM F1960-22 Standard Specification for Cold Expansion Fittings with PEX Reinforcing Rings for Use with Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX) and Polyethylene of Raised Temperature (PE-RT) Tubing
• 2021 ASTM F1960-21 Standard Specification for Cold Expansion Fittings with PEX Reinforcing Rings for Use with Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX) and Polyethylene of Raised Temperature (PE-RT) Tubing
• 2020 ASTM F1960-20 Standard Specification for Cold Expansion Fittings with PEX Reinforcing Rings for Use with Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX) and Polyethylene of Raised Temperature (PE-RT) Tubing
• 2019 ASTM F1960-19a Standard Specification for Cold Expansion Fittings with PEX Reinforcing Rings for Use with Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX) and Polyethylene of Raised Temperature (PE-RT) Tubing
• 2019 ASTM F1960-19 Standard Specification for Cold Expansion Fittings with PEX Reinforcing Rings for Use with Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX) and Polyethylene of Raised Temperature (PE-RT) Tubing
• 2018 ASTM F1960-18a Standard Specification for Cold Expansion Fittings with PEX Reinforcing Rings for Use with Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX) and Polyethylene of Raised Temperature (PE-RT) Tubing
• 2018 ASTM F1960-18 Standard Specification for Cold Expansion Fittings with PEX Reinforcing Rings for Use with Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX) and Polyethylene of Raised Temperature (PE-RT) Tubing
• 2015 ASTM F1960-15 Standard Specification for Cold Expansion Fittings with PEX Reinforcing Rings for Use with Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX) Tubing
• 2014 ASTM F1960-14a Standard Specification for Cold Expansion Fittings with PEX Reinforcing Rings for Use with Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX) Tubing
• 2014 ASTM F1960-14 Standard Specification for Cold Expansion Fittings with PEX Reinforcing Rings for Use with Cross-linked Polyethylene &40;PEX&41; Tubing
• 2012 ASTM F1960-12 Standard Specification for Cold Expansion Fittings with PEX Reinforcing Rings for Use with Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX) Tubing
• 2011 ASTM F1960-11e1 Standard Specification for Cold Expansion Fittings with PEX Reinforcing Rings for Use with Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX) Tubing
• 2011 ASTM F1960-11 Standard Specification for Cold Expansion Fittings with PEX Reinforcing Rings for Use with Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX) Tubing
• 2010 ASTM F1960-10 Standard Specification for Cold Expansion Fittings with PEX Reinforcing Rings for Use with Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX) Tubing
• 2009 ASTM F1960-09a Standard Specification for Cold Expansion Fittings with PEX Reinforcing Rings for Use with Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX) Tubing
• 2009 ASTM F1960-09 Standard Specification for Cold Expansion Fittings with PEX Reinforcing Rings for Use with Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX) Tubing
• 2008 ASTM F1960-08 Standard Specification for Cold Expansion Fittings with PEX Reinforcing Rings for Use with Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX) Tubing
• 2007 ASTM F1960-07a Standard Specification for Cold Expansion Fittings with PEX Reinforcing Rings for Use with Cross-linked Polyethylene
• 2007 ASTM F1960-07 Standard Specification for Cold Expansion Fittings with PEX Reinforcing Rings for Use with Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX) Tubing
• 2005 ASTM F1960-05 Standard Specification for Cold Expansion Fittings with PEX Reinforcing Rings for Use with Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX) Tubing
• 2003 ASTM F1960-03 Standard Specification for Cold Expansion Fittings with PEX Reinforcing Rings for Use with Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX) Tubing
• 2002 ASTM F1960-02b Standard Specification for Cold Expansion Fittings with PEX Reinforcing Rings for Use with Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX) Tubing
• 2002 ASTM F1960-02a Standard Specification for Cold Expansion Fittings with PEX Reinforcing Rings for Use with Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX) Tubing
• 2002 ASTM F1960-02 Standard Specification for Cold Expansion Fittings with PEX Reinforcing Rings for Use with Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX) Tubing
• 2000 ASTM F1960-00e1 Standard Specification for Cold Expansion Fittings with PEX Reinforcing Rings for Use with Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX) Tubing
• 2000 ASTM F1960-00 Standard Specification for Cold Expansion Fittings with PEX Reinforcing Rings for Use with Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX) Tubing