Flanges CPVC FL-4-0109 - 0109 - Web
Flanges CPVC FL-4-0109 - 0109 - Web
Flanges CPVC FL-4-0109 - 0109 - Web
FLANGES
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
WEIGHTS & DIMENSIONS
January 1, 2009
SUPERSEDES ALL PREVIOUS EDITIONS
The information contained in this publication is based on current information and product design at the time of publication and is subject to change without
notification. Our ongoing commitment to product improvement may result in some variations. No representations, guarantees or warranties of any kind are
made as to its accuracy, suitability for particular application or results to be obtained therefrom. For verification of technical data or additional information
not contained herein, please contact Spears® Technical Services Department [West Coast: (818) 364-1611 — East Coast: (717) 938-9006].
THERMOPLASTIC FLANGES
Contents Page
GENERAL INFORMATION
Technical Information
Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Pressure Ratings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Flange Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Conformance Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Dimension References. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Weights & Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
PVC & CPVC FABRICATED IPS, PIP AND CLASS 300 FLANGES
Technical Information
Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Pressure Ratings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Flange Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Special Note on PIP Flange Sizes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Conformance Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Weights & Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
THERMOPLASTIC FLANGES
GENERAL INFORMATION
Recommendations For Installers And Users
Plastic piping systems should be ENGINEERED, INSTALLED, and OPERATED in accordance with ESTABLISHED DESIGN AND
ENGINEERING STANDARDS AND PROCEDURES for plastic piping systems. Suitability for the intended service application should
be determined by the installer and /or user prior to installation of a plastic piping system. PRIOR TO ASSEMBLY, all piping system
components should be inspected for damage or irregularities. Mating components should be checked to assure that
tolerances and engagements are compatible. Do not use any components that appear irregular or do not fit properly. Contact
the appropriate manufacturer of the component product in question to determine usability.
WARNING: Spears® Manufacturing Company DOES NOT RECOMMEND the use of thermoplastic piping products for systems to
transport or store compressed air or gases, or the testing of thermoplastic piping systems with compressed air or gases in above-and-
below-ground locations. The use of Spears® products in compressed air or gas systems automatically voids Spears® warranty for such
products, and their use against our recommendation is entirely the responsibility and liability of the installer. Spears® Manufacturing
Company will not accept responsibility for damage or impairment of its products, or other consequential or incidental damages caused
by misapplication, incorrect assembly, and/or exposure to harmful substances or conditions.
Solvent Weld Connections — Use quality solvent cements and primers formulated for the intended service application, pipe size and
type of joint. While the pipe and fitting materials may be compatible with the intended medium, the solvent cement may not be. Consult
the manufacturer for suitability of use. Read and follow the cement and primer manufacturers’ applications and cure time instructions
thoroughly. Be sure to use the correct size applicator.
Threaded Connections — Use a quality grade thread sealant. WARNING: SOME PIPE JOINT COMPOUNDS OR TEFLON®
PASTES MAY CONTAIN SUBSTANCES THAT COULD CAUSE STRESS CRACKING TO PLASTIC. Spears® Manufacturing
Company recommends the use of Spears® Blue 75™ thread sealant which has been tested for compatibility with Spears® products.
Please follow the sealant manufacturer’s application/installation instructions. Choice of an appropriate thread sealant other than those
listed above is at the discretion of the installer. 1 to 2 turns beyond FINGER TIGHT is generally all that is required to make a sound
plastic thread connection. Unnecessary OVERTIGHTENING will cause DAMAGE TO BOTH PIPE AND FITTING.
Bolt Torque
Recommended Bolt Torque is shown in Table 1. Threads should be clean and well lubricated. Actual field conditions may require
variations in these recommendations. CAUTION: UNNECESSARY OVER TORQUING WILL DAMAGE THE
FLANGE.
Table 1
Recommended Torque
Flange Size (in.)
(ft. lbs.)
1/2 - 1-1/2 12
2-4 25
5 30
6-8 40
10 64
12 95
14 - 24 110
Torque Sequence
Bolt Torque sequence is shown Below in Table 2.
Table 2
15 19 1 5
15 1 11 9
5 1 11 1 11 5
3 1 5 7 9 7 13
7
3 8 3 9 3 13 3 17
7 4 10 4 14 4 18 4
2 4 6 8 10 8 14
2 6 2 12 8
6 2 16 12 10 12
6 2 20 16
Gaskets
Full faced, 1/8" thick elastomer gaskets with a Shore “A” Durometer of approximately 70 is recommended.
Flange Make-up
Once a flange is joined to pipe, the method for joining two flanges is as follows:
1. Piping runs joined to the flanges must be installed in a straight line position to the flange to avoid stress at the flange due to
misalignment. Piping must also be secured and supported to prevent lateral movement which can create stress and damage
the flange.
2. With gasket in place, align the bolt holes of the mating flanges by rotating the ring into position.
3. Insert all bolts, washers (two standard flat washers per bolt), and nuts.
4. Make sure the faces of the mating surfaces are flush against gasket prior to bolting down the flanges.
5. Tighten the nuts by hand until they are snug. Establish uniform pressure over the flange face by tightening the bolts in 5 ft.-lbs.
increments according to the sequence shown in Table 2 following a 180° opposing sequence.
6. Care must be taken to avoid “bending” the flange when joining a Spears® flange to a “raised face” flange, or a wafer-style valve.
Do not use bolts to bring together improperly mated flanges.
Configuration Terminology
Multi-Bolt Pattern Ring — Bolt hole drilling accepts ANSI and Metric Flanges
Socket — Slip socket connection for solvent cement welding
Spigot — Pipe O.D. connection for solvent welding
Fipt — Female Iron Pipe Thread
SR Fipt — Spears® patented Special Reinforced (SR) plastic thread
IPS — Iron Pipe Size
PIP — Plastic Irrigation Pipe
MADE IN U.S.A. 2
PVC & CPVC INJECTION MOLDED CLASS 150 FLANGES
Technical Information
Application
Molded CLASS 150 Flange fittings are coupling devices designed for joining IPS (Iron Pipe Size) plastic piping systems, where frequent
disassembly may be required, and can be used as a transitional fitting for joining plastic to metal piping systems. Suitability of application
is at the discretion of the user.
Pressure Rating
150 psi, water at 73°F.
Flange Types
One Piece — Available in socket configuration, sizes 1/2" through 8"; threaded and SR threaded (Special Reinforced) configuration
sizes 1/2" through 4".
Van Stone Style — Two-piece design with rotating flange ring, available in socket configurations, sizes 1/2" through 16"; threaded
configurations, sizes 1/2" through 4" and spigot configurations, sizes 1/2" through 12".
Blind — Closed ring design for capping off a mating flange, flanged fitting or flanged valve, available in sizes 1/2" through 12".
Materials
All injection molded flanges are produced from either PVC or CPVC materials approved for potable water use by the National Sanitation
Foundation (NSF).
Glass-filled PVC or CPVC materials may be used in certain Van Stone Style flange rings and large diameter Blind flanges where
additional reinforcement is deemed necessary.
Conformance Standards
Socket & Spigot — ASTM D 2467 (PVC); ASTM F 439 (CPVC), as applicable.
Threads — ASTM F 1498.
Bolt Hole Pattern — ANSI B16.5; ASTM D 4024.
Material — ASTM D 1784 (PVC Cell Classification 12454-B, CPVC Cell Classification 23447-B).
Weights & Dimensions
Specified minimum bolt lengths are based on the use of two Spears® Flanges, two standard flat washers, standard nut and 1/8" thick
elastomer full face gasket. Mating with other brands or accessories may require variation. Bolts and gaskets are not supplied with
flanges.
Dimension references:
L = Overall length of hub, ± 1/16 inch.
M = Outside diameter of socket hub, ± 1/16 inch.
N = (Laying Length) socket/spigot bottom to seal-ring face of flange, ± 1/16 inch.
R = Height (thickness) of flange ring, ± 1/16 inch.
Max O.D. = Outside diameter of ring, ± 1/16 inch.
Bolt Circle Diameter = ANSI B 16.5 Standard; ASTM D 4024, ± 1/16 inch.
R
L
R
L
N
BOLT CIRCLE DIA.
MAX O.D.
R
L
N
BOLT CIRCLE DIA.
MAX O.D.
Special Reinforced
Flange One Piece
SR Fipt
M
R
L
N
BOLT CIRCLE DIA.
MAX O.D.
BLIND FLANGE
R
L R
L R
L R
L R
L R
L N
L N
L N
L N
Technical Information
Application
Fabricated IPS and PIP Flange fittings are coupling devices designed for joining IPS (Iron Pipe Size) or PIP (Plastic Irrigation Pipe)
plastic piping systems, where frequent disassembly may be required. These flanges can be used as transitional fittings for joining
IPS-to-IPS, PIP-to-PIP, IPS-to-PIP, or plastic to metal piping systems. Suitability of application is at the discretion of the user.
Pressure Rating
All standard fabricated flanges are Van Stone Style (except blind flange) — two piece design with rotating flange ring.
Class 150 IPS Flanges (with steel ring): 150 psi, water at 73°F.
IPS Flanges 18" - 24" (with plastic ring): 50 psi, water at 73°F.
IPS Flanges, Class 300 Bolt Pattern (with plastic ring): 1/2" - 16" 150 psi, 18" - 24" 50 psi, water at 73°F.
Blind Flanges, 14" - 24": 50 psi, water at 73°F.
PIP Flanges, 6" - 16" (with plastic ring & molded IPS flanges w/PIP Adapters): 125 psi, water at 73°F
PIP Flanges, 18" - 24" (with steel ring): 125 psi, water at 73°F
Flange Types
Van Stone Style Class 150 IPS (with steel ring) — Fabricated PVC body with steel flange ring, available in sizes 18" through 24",
slip socket and 14" through 24", spigot.
Van Stone Style IPS (with plastic ring) — Fabricated PVC body with PVC flange ring, available in sizes 18" through 24", slip socket
and 14" through 24", spigot.
Van Stone Style PIP (with plastic ring) — PIP adapter fabricated to injection molded PVC Van Stone Style IPS flange, available in
sizes 6" through 16", slip socket.
Van Stone Style PIP (with steel ring) — Fabricated PVC body with steel flange ring, available in sizes 14" through 24", slip socket.
Blind — Closed ring design for capping off a mating flange; fabricated PVC available in sizes 5" and 14" through 24".
Materials
All fabricated flanges are produced from PVC & CPVC materials approved for potable water use by the National Sanitation Foundation
(NSF).
Steel flange rings are carbon steel.
Conformance Standards
Materials — ASTM D 1784 (PVC Cell Classification 12454-B, CPVC Cell Classification 23447-B).
L R
L
N
L R
Blind Flange
R
L
R
L R
L R
L
R
N R
N R
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
WEIGHTS & DIMENSIONS
January 1, 2009
SUPERSEDES ALL PREVIOUS EDITIONS