IPS-M-AR- 215

MATERIAL STANDARD

FOR

PIPES, VALVES AND FITTINGS

ORIGINAL EDTION

JULY 1995

This standard specification is reviewed and

updated by the relevant technical committee on
Oct. 1999. The approved modifications are
included in the present issue of IPS.

This Standard is the property of Iranian Ministry of Petroleum. All rights are reserved to the owner.
Neither whole nor any part of this document may be disclosed to any third party, reproduced, stored in
any retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means without the prior written consent of
the Iranian Ministry of Petroleum.
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CONTENTS : PAGE No.

0. INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................. 2
1. SCOPE ............................................................................................................................................ 3
2. REFERENCES ................................................................................................................................ 3
3. DEFINITIONS AND TERMINOLOGY ............................................................................................. 4
4. UNITS.............................................................................................................................................. 5
5. CONFLICTING REQUIREMENTS.................................................................................................. 5

PART I VALVES:

6. VALVES .......................................................................................................................................... 6

PART II PIPES & FITTINGS & FLANGES

7. PIPING SPECIALTIES.................................................................................................................. 12
8. PIPES, FITTINGS AND FLANGES .............................................................................................. 13

PART III GENERAL ADMINISTRATIVE AND PROCEDURAL REQUIREMENTS

9. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS....................................................................................................... 18

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0. INTRODUCTION
Valves, pipe and fittings in general have a variety use in industry. They are manufactured in
different types, materials, sizes and technical characteristics for specific purposes. They may be
used for control of fluids (water, oil, gases and steam) in pipe line systems including hydraulic-
power transmission, fire protection, water supply, steam supply and general system piping.
The pipes, valves and fittings which are used in above mentioned fields vary in sizes (pipe up to
2400 DN), in pressure ratings up to 450 bars and in temperature ratings from -45°C (-49°F) to very
high degrees corresponding to related pressure.
However the valves, pipes and fittings used in the HVAC&R field are considered in this Standard.

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1. SCOPE
This Standard is intended to cover minimum requirements for materials, fabrication, dimensions,
tolerances, marking and testing of valves, pipes, fittings, strainers and flanges which are used in the
HVAC&R industries. This Standard includes ferrous, nonferrous and PVC pipes, ferrous and
nonferrous valves, flanges, fittings and strainers in sizes of DN 6 (¼") through DN 600 (24") and in
rating Classes 12, 150, 250 and 300 PSI SWP. The media involved in this Standard shall be limited
to water, steam, fuel oil and natural gas and to maximum temperature up to 220°C (450°F), suitable
for the HVAC&R application.
This Standard does not cover specifications for refrigerant valves, special services valves and
welded bonnet valves .Also stainless steel pipes, cast iron pipes and fittings are not included in this
Standard.

Note:
This standard specification is reviewed and updated by the relevant technical committee on
Oct. 1999. The approved modifications by T.C. were sent to IPS users as amendment No. 1
by circular No 149 on Oct. 1999. These modifications are included in the present issue of
IPS.

2. REFERENCES

Throughout this Standard the following dated and undated standards/codes are referred to. These
referenced documents shall, to the extent specified herein, form a part of this standard. For dated
references, the edition cited applies. The applicability of changes in dated references that occur
after the cited date shall be mutually agreed upon by the Company and the Vendor. For undated
references, the latest edition of the referenced documents (including any supplements and
amendments) applies.

ANSI/ASME (AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARDS INSTITUTE/AMERICAN SOCIETY OF

MECHANICAL ENGINEERS)
ANSI B16.3
ANSI B16.4
ANSI B36.10
ANSI B36.19
ASME B31.9 "For Building Services Piping"
ASME B31.1 "For Power Piping"

MSS (MANUFACTURER’S STANDARDIZATION SOCIETY)

SP-25-1988 "Standard Marking System for Valves, Fittings, Flanges and
Unions"
SP-44
SP-45
SP-61-1977 "Pressure Testing of Steel Valves"
SP-67
SP 70 “Cast iron gate valves, flanged and threaded ends”
SP-71
SP 80 “Bronze gate, globe angle and check valves”

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SP 85 “Cast iron globe and angle valves flanged and threaded ends”
ISO (INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATION FOR STANDARDIZATION)
ISO 9000

ASTM (AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR TESTING AND MATERIALS)

A53-88a "Standard Specification for Pipe, Steel Black and Hot Dipped, Zinc
Coated, Welded and Seamless"
A181
A234
A312
A403
A307
B62
B88M-88a "Standard Specification for Seamless Copper Water Tube"
D1785
D2310
D2396
ASTM-A126 “Standard specification for gray iron”
ASME B 31,10 “Welding procedures and testing”

3. DEFINITIONS AND TERMINOLOGY

3.1 Alloy Steel:

A steel which owes its distinctive properties to elements other than carbon, giving it greater
resistance to corrosion and more strength than carbon steel .

3.2 Braze Weld or Brazing:

A process of joining metals using a nonferrous filler metal or alloy, the melting point of which is
higher than 427°C (800°F) but lower than that of the metals be joined.

3.3 Carbon Steel:

A steel which owes its distinctive properties chiefly to the various percentages of carbon (as
distinguished from the other elements) which it contains.

3.4 Ductility:
The property of elongation, above the elastic limit, but under the tensile strength.

3.5 Socket Fitting:

A fitting used to join pipe in which the pipe is inserted into the fitting. A filler weld is then made
around the edge of the fitting and the outside wall of the pipe at the junction of the pipe and fitting.

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3.6 Soldering:
A method of joining metals using fusable alloys, usually tin and lead, having melting points under
371°C (700°F).

3.7 Welding:
A process of joining metals by heating until they are fused together, or by heating and applying
pressure until there is a plastic joining action. Filler metal may or may not be used.

4. UNITS
This Standard is based on International System of Units (SI) except where otherwise is specified.

5. CONFLICTING REQUIREMENTS
In case of conflict between documents relating to the inquiry or order, the following priority shall
apply:
1) First Priority : The Purchase Order
2) Second Priority : The data/requisition sheets and drawings referred to
3) Third Priority : This Standard specification

All conflicting requirements shall be referred to the Company in writing. The Company will issue
confirmation documents if needed for clarification.

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PART I VALVES

6. VALVES

6.1 General Features

6.1.1 The type of valves traditionally used for chilled water, condenser water, domestic hot and cold
water, heating hot water and low-pressure steam services related to HVAC&R are covered in this
Standard.
6.1.2 Rising stem valves 2½ -inch and larger shall have outside screw and yoke (OS&Y). The non-
rising stem valves may be used where headroom prevents full extension of rising stems. For valve
2"and smaller, screwed union ring bonnet shall be used.
6.1.3 Unless otherwise indicated, the valve size shall be same size as upstream pipe.
6.1.4 The following special operator features shall be provided:
a) Handwheels, fastened to valve stem, for valves other than quarter turns.
b) Lever handles, on quarter-turn valves 6-inch and smaller, except for plug valves. Square
heads shall be provided for plug valves with one wrench for every five plug valves.
c) Where necessary chain-wheel operators with babbit adjustable sprocket rim shall be
provided for valves installed 183 cm (72-inch) or higher above finished floor elevation.
Chains shall be extended to an elevation of 122 cm (48-inch) above finished floor elevation.
d) Gear drive operators, on quarter-turn valves 8-inch and larger.
6.1.5 Where insulation is indicated or specified, stems shall be extended and arranged to receive
insulation.
6.1.6 By-pass and drain connections shall comply to MSS SP-45.
6.1.7 The end connections shall comply to following standard or as indicated by similar authoritative
international bodies:
a) Threaded ends to comply with ANSI B.2.1.
b) Flanged ends to comply with ANSI B16.1 for cast iron, ANSI B16.5 for steel.
c) Solder joint ends to comply with ANSI B16.18. (for gate, globe and check valves, the
solder melting point shall be below 449°C (840°F) and for ball valves below 215.6°C
(420°F) temperature).
6.1.8 Unless otherwise mentioned, the valves shall be selected with the following ends or types of
pipe/tube connections:
a) If with copper tube sizes 2-inch and smaller shall be solder ends. However for heating
hot water and low pressure steam services, threaded ends can be used.
b) If with steel pipe sizes 2-inch and smaller, threaded or grooved ends can be used.
c) If with steel pipe sizes 2½ -inch and larger, grooved ends or flanged ends can be used.
6.1.9 Manufacturers shall be required to provide minimum requirements of specification on
individual parts for each valve with explosive views illustrated in supporting catalogs.

6.2 Gate Valves

6.2.1 General
Unless otherwise mentioned, the size, pressure, temperature rating, material and connecting ends

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shall be as specified below:

STEAM WORKING TEMPERATURE RANGE BODY INSIDE

SIZE PRESSURE kPa °C ENDS MATERIAL TRIM

¼"-2" 861.75-2068.2 -20 to 200 Screwed Bronze Bronze or Brass

(125-300 psi) (-4°F)to(392°F)
or Brass
2 ½" and 861.75-1723.5 -20 to 220 Flanged Cast Iron Aluminum or IBBM
Larger (125-250 psi) (-4°F) to (428°F)
or Bronze

IBBM: Iron Body Bronze Mounted

6.2.2 Material specification

6.2.2.1 Gate valves shall be solid wedge, rising or non-rising stem, union yoke for bronze valves
and open screw and yoke for cast iron or IBBM valves. The thread connection for screwed type
shall be to NPT and for flange type shall be to ANSI standard as specified in data sheet.
6.2.2.2 Gate valves 2 inch and smaller shall comply to MSS SP-80, Class 125 and 150 body and
bonnet to ASTM B62 cast bronze; with threaded or solder ends, solid disc, copper-silicon alloy
stem, brass packing gland, "Teflon" impregnated packing and malleable iron handwheel. (For hot
water or steam applications, solder end valves shall not be used).
6.2.2.3 Gate valves 2½-inch and larger shall comply to MSS SP-70, Class 125 iron body, bronze
mounted, with body and bonnet conforming to ASTM A 126 Class B; with flanged ends, "Teflon"
impregnated packing, and two-piece backing gland assembly.

Notes:
1) Solder and brazed end valves shall not be used for hot water heating and steam piping
application.
2) The services of MSS SP-80 valves shall be applicable for condenser water, chilled water
and domestic hot and cold water.
3) The services of MSS SP-70 valves shall be applicable for condenser water, chilled water,
domestic hot and cold water, heating hot water and low-pressure steam applications.

6.3 Globe Valves

6.3.1 General
Unless otherwise mentioned, the size, pressure and temperature rating, material and connecting
ends shall be as specified below. Bronze needle globe valves are also covered in this group, but in
sizes up to 2".

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TYPE SIZE STEAM WORKING TEMPERATURE ENDS INSIDE

PRESSURE kPa RANGE °C TRIM

Globe & Angle ¼"-2" 861.75-2068.2 -20 Thru 200 Screwed Bronze
(125-300 psi)
(-4°F) to (392°F)
Needle Globe 1/8"-2" 1378.8 -20 Thru 220 Screwed IBBM
(200 psi)
(-4°F) to (428°F)
Globe 2½" -& 861.75-1723.5 Flanged IBBM
-20 Thru 220
Larger (125-250 psi)
(-4°F) to (428°F)

6.3.2 Material specification

6.3.2.1 Globe and angle valves shall be full-port, unless the valve is specially designed for throttling
service. All iron body globe and angle valves (2½" and larger ) shall be outside screw and yoke
(OS&Y). All globe and angle valves shall be designed with replaceable composition disc. The
thread connection for screwed type shall be according to NPT and for flange type shall be to ANSI
or equivalent standard as specified in data sheet.
6.3.2.2 Globe valve 2-inch and smaller shall comply to MSS SP-80, Class 125 and 150, body and
screwed bonnet of ASTM B62 cast bronze; with threaded or solder ends, replaceable composition
disc, copper-silicon alloy stem, brass packing gland, "Teflon" impregnated packing, and malleable
iron handwheel.
6.3.2.3 Globe valves 2½ -inch and larger shall comply to MSS SP-85, Class 125 iron body and
bolted bonnet conforming to ASTM A126, Class B, with outside screw and yoke, bronze mounted,
flanged ends and "Teflon" impregnated packing, and two-piece backing gland assembly.

Notes:
1) The plug disc can be used on a long tapered disc and matching seat. The narrow seat or
conventional disc shall not be used.
2) The Class 125 of MSS SP-80 valves shall be applicable for condenser water, chilled water
and domestic hot and cold water, and the Class 150 shall be applicable for heating hot water
and low-pressure steam applications.
3) The services of MSS SP-85 valves shall be applicable for condenser water, chilled water,
domestic hot and cold water, heating hot water and low-pressure steam applications.

6.4 Check Valves

6.4.1 General
Unless otherwise mentioned, the size, pressure and temperature rating, material and connecting
ends shall be as specified below:

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TYPE SIZE STEAM WORKING ENDS BODY

PRESSURE kPa MATERIAL

Swing Check ¼" -2" 861.75-2068.2 Screwed Cast Bronze

Swing Check (125-300 psi)

2½"- and Flanged Cast Iron
Wafer Check Larger 861.75-1723.5
2½ and (125-250 psi) Flanged
Lift Check
Larger 861.75 Cast Iron

¼"-2" (125 psi)

Screwed
861.75
Cast Bronze
(125 psi)

6.4.2 Material specification

6.4.2.1 The thread connection for screwed type shall be to NPT and for flange type shall be to ANSI
or equivalent standard, as specified in the data sheet. The direction of flow shall be clearly indicated
with a casted arrow.
6.4.2.2 Swing check valves 2 inch and smaller shall be MSS SP-80; Class 125 and 150, cast
bronze body and screwed cap conforming to ASTM B62, with horizontal swing, Y-pattern and
bronze disc; having threaded ends. Valves shall be capable of being reground while the valves
remain in the line. (The Class 150 shall be used where system requires).
6.4.2.3 Swing check valves 2½ -inch and larger shall be MSS SP-71, Class 125 (Class 175 FM
approved shall be used for fire protection piping systems), cast iron body and bolted cap conforming
to ASTM A126, Class B, horizontal swing, bronze disc or cast iron disc with bronze disc ring and
flanged ends. (These valves shall be capable of being refitted while the valve remains in the line).
6.4.2.4 Wafer or globe style silent check valves 2½ -inch and larger shall be Class 250, semi-steel
or cast iron body and flanged ends; with replaceable bronze seat, and center guided non-slam
(silent type) design lapped and balance twin bronze flappers and bronze or stainless steel trim with
torsion spring. Valves shall be designed to open and close at approximately one foot differential
pressure. It shall be capable to activate at 1.72 to 3.45 kPa (¼ to ½ psi).
6.4.2.5 Lift check valves, 2-inch and smaller shall be Class 125; cast-bronze body and cap
conforming to ASTM B62; horizontal or angle pattern, lift-type valve with stainless steel spring,
bronze disc holder with renewable "Teflon" disc, and threaded end. The valves shall be capable of
being refitted and ground while the valve remains in the line.

Notes:
1) The services of MSS SP-80 valves shall be applicable for condenser water, chilled water
and domestic hot and cold water.
The Class 150 shall be suitable for heating hot water and low-pressure steam.
2) The services of MSS SP-71 shall be applicable for condenser water, chilled water,
domestic hot and cold water, heating hot water and low-pressure steam.
3) The services of wafer and lift check valves shall be similar to item (2) above.

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6.5 Plug (Cock) Valves

6.5.1 General
Unless otherwise mentioned, the size, pressure, temperature rating, material and connecting ends
shall be as specified below:

TYPE SIZE STEAM WORKING ENDS BODY

PRESSURE kPa MATERIAL

Plug (cock) ½"-2"

Valve 1034.1 Max 200 Screwed
(150 psi) (392°F)
Plug (cock) 2½" and
Valve Larger 1034.1-2068.2 Max 200 Flanged
(150-300 psi) (392°F)

6.5.2 Material specification

6.5.2.1 Plug valves up to 50 DN (2") shall be screwed according to *NPT standard. Plug valves 2½"
and larger shall be flanged to ANSI or equivalent standard as specified in the data sheet.
6.5.2.2 Plug valves 2-inch and smaller, rated at 1034 Kpa (150 psi) *WOG; bronze body, with
straightaway pattern, non-lubricated type square head and threaded ends.
6.5.2.3 Plug valves 2½ -inch and larger shall be MSS SP-70, rated at 1206 Kpa (175 psi) *WOG;
lubricated plug type with semi-steel body, single gland, wrench operated and flanged ends.
* WOG: Water, Oil and Gas (non-shock working pressure).
* NPT: Nominal Pipe Thread (tapered).

6.6 Butterfly Valves

6.6.1 General
Unless otherwise mentioned, the size, pressure, temperature rating and material, shall be as
specified below;

TYPE SIZE STEAM WORKING ENDS TYPE BODY

PRESSURE kPa MATERIAL

Butterfly 2½"-Inch 1034.2 -5 to 110°C Larger TYPE Cast Iron

and (150 psi) (7 to 230° F) or
Larger or
Wafer Carbon Steel

Type

6.6.2 Material specification

6.6.2.1 Butterfly valves flanged in lug type or wafer type shall be suitable to match ANSI or

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equivalent flange standard as specified in the data sheet.

6.6.2.2 Butterfly valves lug type or wafer type 2½ -inch and larger shall be MSS SP-67; rated at
1379 kPa (200 psi); cast iron body conforming to ASTM A126, Class B. The valves shall be
provided with field replaceable *EPDM sleeve, nickel plated ductile iron disc (except for aluminum
bronze disc for valves installed in condenser water piping), stainless steel stem, and EPDM 0-ring
stem seals. Lever operators shall be provided with locks for sizes 2 through 6 inches and gear
operators with position indicator for size 6 through 24 inches. The valves shall be drilled and tapped
on dead-end services or requiring additional body strength.

*EPDM: Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer

6.6.2.3 The actuators for the butterfly valves can be electric, pneumatic/hydraulic and manual
geared operated. It shall be based on ambient actuator operating temperatures from -28.9°C (-
20°F) to 65.6°C (150°F).

Note:
The butterfly valves shall be applicable for condenser water, chilled water, domestic hot and
cold water, heating hot water and low-pressure steam.

6.7 Ball Valves

6.7.1 Ball valves 1-inch and smaller shall be threaded ends rated for 1034 kPa (150 psi) saturated
steam pressure, 2758 kPa (400 psi) WOG pressure; two piece construction; with bronze body
conforming to ASTM B62, standard or regular port, chrome-plated brass ball, replaceable "Teflon"
or *"TFE" seats and seals, blowout-proof stem, and vinyl-covered steel handle.
* TFE: Tetra Fluoro Ethylene. "Teflon": is a registered trade mark of Dupont.
6.7.2 Ball valves 1¼ -inch to 2½" shall be threaded ends rated for 1034 kPa (150 psi) saturated
steam pressure, 2758 kPa (400 psi) WOG pressure; three piece construction; with bronze body
conforming to ASTM B62, conventional port, chrome plated brass ball, replaceable "Teflon" or
"TFE" seats and seals, blowout proof stem, and vinyl-covered steel handle.

Note:
The ball valves shall be applicable for condenser water, chilled water, domestic hot and cold
water, heating hot water and low-pressure steam. The threaded ends shall be to NPT
standard.

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PART II
PIPES & FITTINGS & FLANGES

7. PIPING SPECIALTIES

7.1 Strainers

7.1.1 General

7.1.1.1 These pipeline specialty shall be provided for full line size of connecting piping, with ends
matching piping system materials. The strainers shall be capable to deliver maximum strainer
capacity with minimum pressure loss.
7.1.1.2 The Y-type strainers shall be available in the following two pressure Classes:
a) With 862 kPa (125 psi) working pressure rating for low pressure applications.
b) With 1724 kPa (250 psi) working pressure rating for high pressure application.
7.1.1.3 The temperature limitation for low pressure application on steam shall be 176.7°C (350°F)
and on non-shock (WOG) conditions shall be 65.6°C (150°F); and for high pressure application on
steam shall be 232°C (450°F) and on non-shock (WOG) conditions shall be 65.6°C (150°F).
7.1.1.4 Screens should be either monel or type 304 stainless for water system with 1.2 mm (3/64")
perforations at 36 per square cm (233 per square inch). (For perforation on steam system, and
other screen material, perforation sizes and pattern, approved manufacturer’s recommendation
shall be acceptable). The screen area shall preferably be no less than four times the pipe area.
7.1.1.5 Screwed drain (blow-off) plugs shall be furnished with both Y-type and basket type strainers.
For cleaning of screen elements top bolted cover shall be provided for basket strainer and bottom
flanged connections for the Y-type strainer.

7.1.2 Material specification

7.1.2.1 Strainers 2" and smaller shall be threaded ends, cast iron body, screwed screen retainer
with centered blowdown fitted with pipe plug.
7.1.2.2 Strainers 2½" and larger shall be threaded or flanged ends, cast iron body, bolted screen
retainer with off-center blowdown fitted with pipe plug.
7.1.2.3 Strainers 2½" and larger with butt welded ends for low pressure application, schedule 40
cast carbon steel body, bolted screen retainer with off-center blowdown fitted with pipe plug.
7.1.2.4 Strainers 2½" and larger with butt welded ends for high pressure application, schedule 80
cast carbon steel body, bolted screen retainer with off-center blowdown fitted with pipe plug.
7.1.2.5 Strainers 2½" and larger with grooved ends, tee pattern, ductile-iron or malleable-iron body
and access end cap, access coupling with EPDM gasket. These strainers shall be in schedule 40,
862 kPa (125 psi) ratings for low pressure applications.

7.2 Escutcheons
These shall preferably be chrome-plated, stamped steel, hinged, split-ring type with set screw.
Inside diameter shall closely fit pipe outside diameter, or outside of pipe insulation, where pipe is
insulated. Outside diameter shall be capable to completely cover the opening in floors, walls or
ceiling.

7.3 Unions

7.3.1 Unions shall be malleable iron female threaded ends, Class 150 for low pressure service and
Class 250 for high pressure service; hexagonal stock with ball and socket joints, metal-to-metal
bronze or galvanized seating surfaces.
7.3.2 Dielectric unions shall be provided with appropriate end connections for the pipe materials in
which installed (screwed, soldered or flanged), which may effectively isolate dissimilar metals.
These shall be capable to stop corrosion and prevent galvanic action in the liquid system. (These
are installed in dry piping system such as, gas, compressed air, vacuum).

7.4 Dielectric Waterway Fittings

Where supplied, these shall be in sizes "¼ to 4" electroplated steel or brass nipple, with an inert and
non-corrosive thermoplastic lining. These may be threaded-to-threaded, threaded to-non-grooved or
grooved fittings.

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7.5 Grooved Couplings

Where required on curved piping, the grooved coupling (shall be similar to Victaulic style 77, Grinnel
or equal), and machine cut to tolerance, per manufacturer’s recommended maximum deflection
required per coupling.

8. PIPES, FITTINGS AND FLANGES

8.1 General

8.1.1 The pipes and fittings covered in this Standard shall be suitable for HVAC&R application,
unless hereinafter mentioned, capable to withstand minimum temperature of -40°C (40°F) for
refrigeration, 4.4°C (40°F) for air conditioning and a maximum temperature of 148.9°C (300°F).
8.1.2 The pipe and fittings shall be visually inspected for conformity to the specification mentioned
in this Standard and tested under applicable ASTM, ANSI, ASME and MSS codes and standard.
Tests carried out by authoritative international bodies such as DIN, BSI, NF and JIS shall be
acceptable.
8.1.3 All raw materials shall meet ASTM requirement and be covered by dimensional, visual and
collating, radiographic and ultrasonic inspections.
8.1.4 Production approaches for material analysis and wall thickness of pipes shall be in
accordance with relevant ASTM or equivalent standards and those for dimensions, shape and
dimensional tolerance shall be in accordance with relevant ANSI or equivalent standards.
8.1.5 Where epoxy lining is required, the interior of the pipes and fittings shall be sand blasted and
lined with 10-12 mil thickness of approved epoxy lining as recommended by the manufacturer.

8.2 Piping

8.2.1 Unless otherwise mentioned all black and galvanized pipes unto 10" shall be schedule 40
standard weight, and those 12" and larger shall be ASTM A-53 Grade B.
8.2.2 Where other types of pipes are required, the following standard shall comply:
a) For Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) pipes, ASTM D1785, schedule 80, type 1, PVC 1120.
b) For stainless steel pipes, ASTM A312 type 316L schedule 10s, plain end or ANSI
B36.19.
c) For copper pipes, type K or L, ASTM B-88 soft or hard drawn.
d) Fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP) pipes, ASTM D2310 and ASTM D2396.
e) For wrought or seamless wrought steel pipe, ANSI B36.10.
f) Ductile (modular) cast iron having, dimensions conforming to ASME B16.3, ASME B16.4
or to ASME B16.5 can be used in accordance with manufacturer’s pressure-temperature
ratings.
8.2.3 The pipes shall be tested in accordance with procedures mentioned in ASTM A53-88a
standard.
8.2.4 Materials for fittings shall match the pipe system category for pressure, temperature and
corrosion.
8.2.5 According to size and application of service, the type of piping materials shall preferably be in
accordance to the schedule tabulated below.
8.2.6 For pipe support refer to IPS-D-AR-012.

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system
Maximum
Pressure at
Fitting Temperature Temperature
o
Application Pipe Material Weight Joint Type Class Material F Psig
Recirculation water Steel(CW) Standard Thread 125 Cast iron 250 125
2 in. and smaller Copper, hard Type L Braze or silver Wrought 250 200
solder copper
PVC Sch 80 Solvent Sch 80 PVC 75
CPVC Sch 80 Solvent Sch 80 CPVC 150
PB SDR-11 Heat fusion PB 160
Insert crimp Metal 160
2.5 to 12 in.. A53 B ERW Steel Standard Weld Standar Wrought steel 250 400
d
Flange 150 Wrought steel 250 250
Flange 125 Cast iron 250 175
Flange 250 Cast iron 250 400
Groove MI or ductile 230 300
iron
PB SDR-11 Heat fusion PB 160
C
Steam and Steel (CW) Standard Thread 125 Cast iron 90
Condensate
2 in. and smaller Thread 150 Malleable iron 90
C
A53 B ERW Steel Standard Thread 125 Cast iron 100
Thread 150 Malleable iron 125
A53 B ERW Steel XS Thread 250 Cast iron 200
Thread 300 Malleable iron 250
2.5 to 12 in. Steel Standard Weld Standar Wrought steel 250
d
Flange 150 Wrought steel 200
Flange 125 Cast iron 100
A53 B ERW Steel XS Weld XS Wrought steel 700
Flange 300 Wrought steel 500
Flange 250 Cast iron 200
Refrjgerant Copper, hard Type L or Braze Wrought
K copper
A53 B SML Steel Standard Weld Wrought steel
Underground 75 350
Through 12 in. Copper, hard Type K Braze or silver solderb Wrought 75 250
copper
Through in. Ductile iron Class 50 MJ MJ Cast iron 75
PB SDR 9,11 Heat fusion PB 75
SDR Insert crimp Metal
7,11.5
b
Potable Water, Copper, hard Type L Braze or silver solder Wrought 75 350
copper
Inside Building Steel, ,galvanized Standard Thread 125 Galv. Cast 75 125
iron
150 Galv. Mall. iron 75 125
PB SDR-11 Heat fusion PB 75
Insert crimp Metal 75

Note: For cooling tower chemical treatment size 1/2 to 6 inches plastic-ASTM D1785 type
RUPVC SCHEDULE 40 will be used.
8.3 Fittings

8.3.1 Unless otherwise mentioned all black and galvanized fittings upto 2" shall be malleable iron or
cast iron screwed connections ANSI B16.4 and those 2½-inch and larger shall be buttweld
connections ANSI B16.9.
8.3.2 The branch connections for butt welded joints shall be as follows:
a) A tee shall be provided where the branch line is same size or one size smaller than main.

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b) A weldolet (welding outlet) shall be provided where the branch line is two or more sizes
smaller than main.
8.3.3 All threaded joints shall be tapered to American NPT standard supplied with suitable pipe tape
or dope (sealent) in accordance with ANSI B2.1.
8.3.4 Elbows upto 2-inch size shall be short radius and 2½" inch and larger shall be long radius
type.
8.3.5 The manufacturing method, quality, dimensions shapes and dimension tolerance of butt
welded fittings shall be applicable to following standards.
a) ANSI Standards:
- B16.9 wrought steel butt welded fittings.
- B16.25 butt welded ends.
b) ASTM Standards:
- A234 piping fittings of wrought carbon steel and alloy steel for moderate and
elevated temperatures.
- A403 wrought austentic stainless steel pipe fittings.
8.3.6 According to size and application of service, the type of fitting materials shall preferably be in
accordance to the schedule tabulated below:

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SERVICE APPLICATION OF PIPE FITTING MATERIALS

No. SERVICE SIZE MATERIAL CONNECTING WEIGHT

ENDS
1 CHILLED WATER ½" -٢" CAST IRON ANSI B16.4 SCREWED ٨٦٢ kPa (125 lbs)
2 CHILLED WATER ½٢ " AND WROUGHT STEEL ANSI BUTTWELD STANDARD
LARGER B16.9 WEIGHT
3 CONDENSER WATER ½" -٨" GALVANIZED STEEL OR BUTTWELD OR STANDARD
BLACK SCREWED
4 CONDENSER WATER ١٠" AND WROUGHT STEEL ANSI BUTTWELD STANDARD
LARGER B16.9
5 HOT WATER ½" -٢" CAST IRON ANSI B16.4 SCREWED ٨٦٢ kPa (125 lbs)
6 HOT WATER ½٢ AND WROUGHT STEEL ANSI BUTTWELD STANDARD
LARGER B16.9
7 STEAM (SATURATED) ½" -٢" WROUGHT STEEL ANSI BUTTWELD STANDARD
B16.9
8 STEAM (SATURATED) ½٢ " AND WROUGHT STEEL BUTTWELD STANDARD
LARGER
9 COMPRESSED AIR ½" -٤" GALVANIZED OR BUTTWELD STANDARD
WROUGHT STEEL ANSI OR SCREWED
B16.9 FLANGES
10 FUEL OIL ½" -٢" CAST IRON ANSI B16.4 SCREWED ٨٦٢ kPa (125 lbs)
11 FUEL OIL ½٢ " -٤" WROUGHT STEEL ANSI BUTTWELD STANDARD
B16.9
12 DH&C WATER ½" -٢" MALLEABLE IRON SCREWED ١٠٣٤ kPa (150 lbs)
ANSI B16.3
13 DH&C WATER ½٢ " -١٠" CAST IRON B16.1 FLANGED ENDS ٨٦٢ kPa (125 lbs)
14 NATURAL GAS ½" -٦" ANSI B16.3 CARBON WELDED ASTM A234
STEEL
15 ETHYLENE GLYCOL ½" -١٦" WROUGHT STEEL ANSI BUTTWELD STANDARD
B16.9
16 COOLING TOWER ½" -٦" POLYVINYL CHLORIDE SOCKET WELD SCHEDULE 80
CHEMICAL (PVC)
TREATMENT
17 RELIEF ½" -٢" CAST IRON ANSI B16.4 SCREWED ٨٦٢ kPa (125 lbs)
18 RELIEF ½٢ " -٨" WROUGHT STEEL ANSI BUTTWELD STANDARD
B16.9
19 BLOW-OFF ½" -٢" CAST IRON ANSI B16.4 SCREWED ٨٦٢ kPa (125 lbs)
20 BLOW-OFF ½٢ " -٤" WROUGHT STEEL ANSI BUTTWELD STANDARD
B16.9
21 VENT ١" -٤" CAST IRON ANSI B16.4 SCREWED OR ٨٦٢ kPa (125 lbs)
BUTTWELD
22 DRAIN ١" -٤" CAST IRON ANSI B16.4 SCREWED ٨٦٢ kPa (125 lbs)

Note:
The fitting material for DH&C water 2½ "to 10" shall be with screwed flanges.

8.4 Flanges

8.4.1 Unless otherwise mentioned flanged end fittings and connections on equipment, valves
pumps and pipe lines size 2½"-inch and larger shall be furnished with companion mating flanges
(flat faced for valves), stud bolts, nuts and gaskets for the following type of flanges:
a) Flanges on galvanized steel pipe shall be cast iron screwed to ANSI B16.1 or ANSI
B16.5, 1034 kPa (150 psi). The threads shall be tapered to ANSI B2.1.
b) Flanges on black carbon steel pipes shall be black steel, butt welded to ANSI B16.5 and
ASTM A-181, schedule 40.
c) Both raised faced (1/16") and flat faced flanges (flat faced preferred) shall be made
available upto normal pressure of 2068 kPa (300 psi).

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8.4.2 All flanges shall be supplied faced, drilled with dimensional tolerance per requirements of
ANSI B16.5 or approved equal. These shall be tested complying to procedures covered in MSS-SP-
44-1991 standard recommended practice.
8.4.3 Types of flanges covered by this Standard shall be either welding neck, slip-on, lap joint,
socket weld and screwed flanges with sizes limited to 24-inch size as specified in the order sheet.
Where required the blind flanges shall be flat faced supplied bored or tapped to required nominal
pipe sizes.
8.4.4 The stud bolts and nuts shall be hexagonal fixed head, black ASTM A-307 Grade A or steel
ASTM A-42 standard black carbon type. For galvanized pipes, similar stud bolts and nuts shall be
galvanized.
8.4.5 The gaskets shall be of 1/6" minimum thickness of asbestos long fiber composition, cross
laminated with provisions of tensile strength. The gaskets shall cover the entire flat face or raised
face of the flanges.
8.4.6 Gasket material shall be full-faced for cast iron flanges and raised-face for steel flanges. The
gasket material shall be selected to suit the service of the piping system in which installed
conforming to respective ANSI Standard (A21.11, B16.20 or B16.21). The material shall not be
affected by the chemical and thermal conditions of the fluid being carried.

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PART III
GENERAL ADMINISTRATIVE
AND
PROCEDURAL REQUIREMENTS

9. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

9.1 Labeling

9.1.1 On all pipes and fittings the following information shall be permanently affixed to or stamped
into the metal:
a) Manufacturer’s name or trade mark
b) Size and wall thickness
c) Schedule number or weight
d) Material type number
e) Laboratory control number (optional)
9.1.2 All ANSI flanges shall be marked with the following data:
a) Manufacturer’s name or trade mark
b) Nominal size
c) Primary service pressure
d) Material designation
e) Heat code
f) Schedule number
9.1.3 All products shall be properly identified with names, types, sizes, grades, compliance labels
and other information needed for identification.

9.2 Inspection/Quality Control and Quality Records

9.2.1 Inspection/quality control and test

9.2.1.1 The Purchaser’s inspector, or his authorized representative shall have free access to the
manufacturing plant engaged in the manufacture of the pipes, valves and fittings to carry out
necessary inspection at any stage of work.
9.2.1.2 Approval by the Purchaser’s inspector or assigned representative shall not relieve the
Vendor of this commitments under the terms of this specification or any associated order.
9.2.1.3 The supplier shall make available technical data, test facilities and samples that the
Purchaser’s representative may require for verification in conjunction with pertinent products.

9.2.1.4 Factory and mill test certificates and test reports shall refer to the heat number of the pipes,
valves and fittings tested and bear the Purchaser’s name, order number and manufacturer’s name
and trade mark.

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9.2.2 Certification
A certification that the finished pipes, valves and fittings conform to the requirements of this
Standard and that the material from which they are made conform to the chemical and physical
requirements of the respective specifications shall be the basis of acceptance.

9.2.3 Quality control records

The supplier shall maintain appropriate inspection and test records to substantiate conformance
with specified requirements.
Preference shall be given to those ISO-certified suppliers that apply ISO-9000 version of quality
management and quality assurance.

9.3 Export Packing and Shipment

9.3.1 The method of cleaning, preserving and the details of packing including moisture elimination,
cushioning, blocking and crating shall be such to protect the valves, pipes and fittings against all
damages which may occur during handling, sea shipment to the port and rough road haulage to site
and during extended tropical open air storage.
9.3.2 Pipes and valve openings shall be suitably plugged by metal, wood or plastic to prevent dirt
and other foreign materials from entering it. The end caps shall be maintained throughout the
shipping, storage and handling duration.
9.3.3 Flanges, fittings and pipe specialties shall be protected from moisture and dirt by inside
storage and enclosure or by packaging with durable, waterproofing wrapping.
9.3.4 Valves shall be prepared for shipment as follows:
a) All valves shall remain dry and internally protected against rust and corrosion.
b) Valve ends shall be protected against damage to threads, flange faces and weld-end
preps.
c) Valves shall be set at best position for handling. The globe and gate valves shall be set
closed to prevent rattling; the ball and plug valves shall be set open to minimize exposure of
functional surfaces; the butterfly valves shall be set closed or slightly open; and swing
check valves shall be blocked in either closed or open position.
9.3.5 The following precautions shall be used for storage at the factory or site:
a) Valve end protectors shall not be removed unless necessary for inspection.
b) Valves shall be weather protected and stored indoors. Valve temperature must be
maintained higher than the ambient dew point temperature. In the event outdoor storage is
necessary, valves shall be supported off the ground or pavement in watertight enclosures.
c) Valves shall be rigged to avoid damage on exposed parts. Do not use handwheels and
stem for lifting purposes.

9.4 Submittals

9.4.1 The valve manufacturer shall provide clear product data, including body and parts material,
valve design, pressure and temperature classification, end connection details, seating materials,
trim material and arrangement, dimensions and required clearances and installation instructions.
9.4.2 Product data shall also be submitted for the following piping specialties:
- Escutcheons - Dielectric unions and fittings - Strainers
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specifying in quality assurance as follows:

- Welder’s qualification shall be in accordance with ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel
Code, Section IX, Welding and Brazing qualifications.
- Welding procedures and testing shall comply with ANSI standard B31.1.0.
- Soldering and brazing procedures shall conform to ANSI B9.1 standard safety code for
mechanical refrigeration.

9.5 Guarantee

9.5.1 Clearance of defect

The pipes, valves, fittings and fitting specialities shall be free of cavity and must carry the
manufacturer’s performance guarantee on all products supplied.

9.5.2 Replacement of defective parts

All defective products shall be replaced by the supplier in shortest possible time, free of charge
including transportation cost to site. The above mentioned period shall not be later than 18 months
from the date of dispatch from manufacturer’s works.

9.6 Coordination Responsibility with Others

9.6.1 In case the equipment ordered should be mounted on, aligned, connected, adjusted, or tested
with the equipment of other manufacturer(s), the supplier shall coordinate with the participating
manufacturer(s) and obtain all dimensional and technical informations allowing for any
interconnecting equipment and tests that may be required.
9.6.2 The supplier shall be responsible for correct and timely communication with the participating
manufacturer(s) and for any delay and/or cost claims arising from such communications.
9.6.3 Copies of all correspondence including those with sub-vendors shall be furnished to the
purchaser.

9.7 Languages
All correspondence, submittals, layouts, documents, certificates including testing procedures and
edited specifications shall be submitted in ENGLISH and / or Persian language.

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