ASTM F2620-20ae2
Standard Practice for Heat Fusion Joining of Polyethylene Pipe and Fittings

Standard No.

ASTM F2620-20ae2

Release Date

2020

Published By

American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

Latest

ASTM F2620-20ae2

Scope

1.1 This practice describes procedures for making joints with polyethylene (PE) pipe and fittings by means of heat fusion joining in, but not limited to, a field environment. Other suitable heat fusion joining procedures are available from various sources including pipe and fitting manufacturers. This practice does not purport to address all possible heat fusion joining procedures, or to preclude the use of qualified procedures developed by other parties that have been proved to produce reliable heat fusion joints. 1.2 The parameters and procedures are applicable only to joining polyethylene pipe and fittings of related polymer chemistry. They are intended for PE fuel gas pipe in accordance with Specification D2513 and PE potable water, sewer and industrial pipe manufactured in accordance with Specification F714, Specification D3035, and AWWA C901 and C906. Consult with the pipe manufacturers to make sure they approve this procedure for the pipe to be joined (see Appendix X1). NOTE 1—The parameters and procedures shown for Section 8. Procedure 2—Butt Fusion, were developed and validated using testing documented in Plastic Pipe Institute (PPI) TR-33. The parameters and procedures shown in Section 9. Procedure 3— Saddle Fusion, were developed and validated using testing documented in PPI TR-41. NOTE 2—Information about polyethylene pipe and fittings that have related polymer chemistry is presented in Plastics Pipe Institute (PPI) TR-33 and TR-41. 1.3 Parts that are within the dimensional tolerances given in present ASTM specifications are required to produce sound joints between polyethylene pipe and fittings when using the joining techniques described in this practice. 1.4 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. 1.5 The text of this practice 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 practice. 1.6 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. 1.7 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 F2620-20ae2 Referenced Document

• ASTM D2513 Standard Specification for Thermoplastic Gas Pressure Pipe, Tubing, and Fittings
• ASTM D3035 Standard Specification for Polyethylene (PE) Plastic Pipe (DR-PR) Based on Controlled Outside Diameter
• ASTM F1056 Standard Specification for Socket Fusion Tools for Use in Socket Fusion Joining Polyethylene Pipe or Tubing and Fittings
• ASTM F3124 Standard Practice for Data Recording the Procedure used to Produce Heat Butt Fusion Joints in Plastic Piping Systems or Fittings*， 2023-11-01 Update
• ASTM F3183 Standard Practice for Guided Side Bend Evaluation of Polyethylene Pipe Butt Fusion Joint*， 2021-11-01 Update
• ASTM F3190 Standard Practice for Heat Fusion Equipment (HFE) Operator Qualification on Polyethylene (PE) and Polyamide (PA) Pipe and Fittings*， 2024-04-21 Update
• ASTM F714 Standard Specification for Polyethylene (PE) Plastic Pipe (DR-PR) Based on Outside Diameter*， 2024-02-01 Update

ASTM F2620-20ae2 history

• 2020 ASTM F2620-20ae2 Standard Practice for Heat Fusion Joining of Polyethylene Pipe and Fittings
• 2020 ASTM F2620-20ae1 Standard Practice for Heat Fusion Joining of Polyethylene Pipe and Fittings
• 2020 ASTM F2620-20a Standard Practice for Heat Fusion Joining of Polyethylene Pipe and Fittings
• 2020 ASTM F2620-20 Standard Practice for Heat Fusion Joining of Polyethylene Pipe and Fittings
• 2019 ASTM F2620-19 Standard Practice for Heat Fusion Joining of Polyethylene Pipe and Fittings
• 2013 ASTM F2620-13 Standard Practice for Heat Fusion Joining of Polyethylene Pipe and Fittings
• 2012 ASTM F2620-12 Standard Practice for Heat Fusion Joining of Polyethylene Pipe and Fittings
• 2011 ASTM F2620-11e1 Standard Practice for Heat Fusion Joining of Polyethylene Pipe and Fittings
• 2011 ASTM F2620-11 Standard Practice for Heat Fusion Joining of Polyethylene Pipe and Fittings
• 2009 ASTM F2620-09e1 Standard Practice for Heat Fusion Joining of Polyethylene Pipe and Fittings
• 2009 ASTM F2620-09 Standard Practice for Heat Fusion Joining of Polyethylene Pipe and Fittings
• 2006 ASTM F2620-06 Standard Practice for Heat Fusion Joining of Polyethylene Pipe and Fittings