This part of ISO 4427 specifies the general aspects of polyethylene (PE) piping systems (mains and service
pipes) intended for the conveyance of water for human consumption, including raw water prior to treatment
and water for general purposes.
It also specifies the test parameters for the test methods to which it refers.
In conjunction with the other parts of ISO 4427, it is applicable to PE pipes, fittings, their joints and to
mechanical joints with components of other materials, intended to be used under the following conditions:
a) a maximum operating pressure (MOP) up to and including 25 bar1);
b) an operating temperature of 20 °C as the reference temperature.
NOTE 1 For applications operating at constant temperatures greater than 20 °C and up to 40 °C, see Annex A.
NOTE 2 ISO 4427 covers a range of maximum operating pressures and gives requirements concerning colours and
additives. It is the responsibility of the purchaser or specifier to make the appropriate selections from these aspects, taking
into account their particular requirements and any relevant national guidance or regulations and installation practices or
codes.
ISO 4427-1:2007 Referenced Document
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ISO 4427-2:2007 Plastics piping systems - Polyethylene (PE) pipes and fittings for water supply - Part 2: Pipes
ISO 4427-3:2007 Plastics piping systems - Polyethylene (PE) pipes and fittings for water supply - Part 3: Fittings
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ISO 4427-1:2007 history
2019ISO 4427-1:2019 Plastics piping systems — Polyethylene (PE) pipes and fittings for water supply — Part 1: General
2015ISO 4427-1:2007/Amd 1:2015 Plastics piping systems - Polyethylene (PE) pipes and fittings for water supply - Part 1: General - Amendment 1: Melt mass-flow rate (MFR) for PE 80 and PE 100
2008ISO 4427-1:2007/cor 1:2008 Plastics piping systems - Polyethylene (PE) pipes and fittings for water supply - Part 1: General; Technical Corrigendum 1
2007ISO 4427-1:2007 Plastics piping systems - Polyethylene (PE) pipes and fittings for water supply - Part 1: General