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GAS PIPE STRAIGHT

GAS PIPE COIL

Code

Description

21800

PEX/AL/PEX Pipe 5m Length 

16mm

21802

PEX/AL/PEX Pipe 5m Length 

20mm

21804

PEX/AL/PEX Pipe 5m Length 

25mm

21806

PEX/AL/PEX Pipe 5m Length 

32mm

Code

Description

21817

PEX/AL/PEX Pipe 50m Coil 

16mm 

21818

PEX/AL/PEX Pipe 50m Coil 

20mm 

21814

PEX/AL/PEX Pipe 50m Coil 

25mm

21815

PEX/AL/PEX Pipe 50m Coil 

32mm

21807

PEX/AL/PEX Pipe 25m Coil 

16mm 

21808

PEX/AL/PEX Pipe 25m Coil 

20mm 

21809

PEX/AL/PEX Pipe 25m Coil 

25mm

21816

PEX/AL/PEX Pipe 25m Coil 

32mm

* Elson Lead Free copper alloy products are 99.9% Lead Free and contain less than 0.1% Lead by weight.

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EPS

 

LEAD FREE*

 

CRIMP

 GAS - Gas Pipe

99.9% Lead Free 

< 0.1% Pb

EPS PEX

Summary of Contents for EPS PEX

Page 1: ...AS NZS 2537 2 WMKA21276 TM WaterMark Standard AS 2492 WMKA21274 TM MANUAL EPS PEX EPS WATER GAS DUAL PEX PLUMBING SYSTEM Version 1 0 EPS LEAD FREE CRIMP EPS LEAD FREE CRIMP Elson Lead Free copper alloy products are 99 9 Lead Free and contain less than 0 1 Lead by weight 99 9 Lead Free LF 0 1 Pb ...

Page 2: ...merica plumbing industry recognized term for Copper alloys containing less than 0 25 Pb as being lead free Our 99 9 Lead free products meet the More Stringent European Lead Free Guideline of containing less than 0 1 by weight The Australian Building Codes Board in July 2021 released an advisory notice in regards to upcoming changes to the National Construction Code NCC2022 and future amendments to...

Page 3: ...brass guideline limit under 0 1 lead Caring for our ENVIRONMENT Elson lead free brass products offer an environmentally friendly advantage while still maintaining the proven product quality you expect from Elson Australasia Our specially formulated lead free brass alloy keeps the other properties you expect from brass the same Lead free brass can be recycled maintaining the environmental benefits ...

Page 4: ... Technical Information Frequently Asked Questions Jointing Instructions EPS LF CRIMP GAS EPS Pex AL GAS PIPE Installation Requirements Technical Information Pipe Sizing Tables Frequently Asked Questions Jointing Instructions PRODUCT LISTING Fittings LF Dual Water Gas Water Pipe Gas Pipe Tools Accessories Warranty 5 6 7 9 14 17 19 22 23 27 28 32 34 37 43 45 46 49 ...

Page 5: ...ipes Connection to either pipe is fast and easy using EPS crimping tools Same tool for both water and gas Benefits of EPS 99 9 Lead Free Crimp water gas dual PEX plumbing system 99 9 Lead Free Dual approved fittings for both water and gas Leak before crimp design Fast Easy and Secure Installation The EPS LEAD FREE CRIMP WATER GAS DUAL PEX plumbing system is manufactured and tested to comply with A...

Page 6: ...d and approved in accordance with the Australian and New Zealand Standard AS NZS 2537 2 with watermark certificate WMKA 21276 Benefits of EPS 99 9 LF Crimp Water Gas fittings Leak Before Crimp feature un crimped joints can be easily located and identified during pressure testing as per AS NZS 3500 Dual approved for water and gas Same tool for both water and gas Crimp rings are designed with witnes...

Page 7: ...rties EPS Pex Pipe benefits EPS PEX pipe has a larger internal bore for better flow Low water flow noise Reduced water hammer compared to metal pipes Higher resistance to surge pressures Resistant to freezing and has high impact strength Chemical resistance to glycols latex paints silicone and most acids and bases Proven long life and durability Light weight and easy to install Sizes 16 20 25 32mm...

Page 8: ...radiant heat sources i e high wattage lighting and other radiant heat sources While welding or soldering during construction and maintenance in close proximity to the EPS Plumbing system EPS Plumbing system exposed to heat emissions must be permanently protected Never expose EPS plumbing system to a naked flame Replace all pipe and fittings that have been compromised due to direct or radiant heat ...

Page 9: ... attack animal or rodent attack machinery damage other external threats etc Pipe must never be installed where it could be exposed to a naked flame In accordance with AS NZS3500 all plastic pipe for water supply must be protected from excessive ambient heat In chemical or corrosive environments pipe must be protected fittings must be wrapped and sealed protected this includes all underground insta...

Page 10: ...ontally is required to ensure conformance for vibration excessive tension torsion or compressive stresses on fittings and pipe Refer to Pipe Specification Chart for spacing Pipe penetrations through timber and steel frames and concrete sections must conform and may require protection using grommets fire collars sleeving or wrapping Holes notches and cut outs must be accurately drilled in line to a...

Page 11: ...temperatures require appropriate product selection and or insulation for protection and compliance Consideration should also be given to insulating the pipe for energy efficiency as well as the prevention of condensation which can occur in hot and cold lines Hot water lines require insulation lagging Refer to AS NZS3500 Clipping Distance Pipe support and clipping both vertically and horizontally i...

Page 12: ...em in conformance with AS NZS2492 with watermark certificate WMKA21274 EPS PEX pipe is compatible with all two EPS jointing systems for water including EPS LF Crimp EPS LF Push Fit System Testing Pipe and joint system testing must be carried out in accordance with AS NZS3500 and any other applicable local authority requirements prior to burying or concealing the EPS Pex Plumbing System It is the r...

Page 13: ... plumbing system in order to maintain the product warranty Maximum pressure within the ring mains recirculating hot water systems must be limited 500kPa as per AS NZ 3500 Maximum water temperature must not exceed 60 C The pipe work design and recirculating pumps must be sized to limit the water velocity to the requirement of AS NZS 3500 for non metallic piping Where copper pipe is part of the inst...

Page 14: ...0kPa 70C 1030kPa 1190kPa 60C 1190kPa 60C 1190kPa 60C PE Xb 1600kPa 20C PE Xb 1600kPa 20C 2 3 2 5 2 8 3 05 70C 1090kPa 1190kPa 60C PE Xb 1600kPa 20C 3 6 3 85 320mm 32 2 elson EPS CRIMP PEX Technical Information Elson Lead Free copper alloy products are 99 9 Lead Free and contain less than 0 1 Lead by weight 14 EPS LEAD FREE CRIMP WATER Technical Information 99 9 Lead Free 0 1 Pb EPS PEX ...

Page 15: ...nd media will alter the pressure loss Installation where pipework which is curved or bent could alter the internal diameter Installation of fitting and valves within pipeline network Variations in manufacturing tolerances of wall thickness and internal diameter of the PEX pipe in each SDR class Variations in the actual internal surface friction coefficient When used to calculate the head loss with...

Page 16: ...es celcius with velocity flow less than 10 feet s or 3 048 m s 0 01 0 1 1 10 100 1000 1 1 0 0 01 Pressure Loss kPa m Flow Rate L s Pressure Loss PEX SDR 9 0 30 0 10 0 15 0 20 0 25 0 40 1 0 0 50 1 75 1 5 1 25 2 DN16 DN20 DN25 DN32 Water Temperature 15 5 Hazen Williams Coefficient 140 16 EPS LEAD FREE CRIMP WATER Technical Information 99 9 Lead Free 0 1 Pb EPS PEX ...

Page 17: ...ese important steps below Ensure that the tool is compatible with EPS Pex Pipe and Elson EPS Crimp Pex Fittings Ensure the tool is good working order Ensure that the jaws align and have no gap when closed Ensure that the jaws are clean free of defects and debris Refer to Jointing Procedure in this manual for correct method Is there anything I need to do before using the approved battery Crimp Tool...

Page 18: ...t the crimp fitting prior to every crimp joint YES you should visually inspect each fitting to ensure it is free of any dirt and grit the copper crimp sleeve is properly located and all parts are undamaged clean replace discard as required Can EPS crimp water and Gas Dual fittings be used with EPS Pex al Gas Pipe YES EPS Crimp Water and Gas Dual fittings are dual approved for water and gas How can...

Page 19: ...ool or damaged jaws may result in a joint failure tool damage or both It will also void the warranty Battery Tool Tested and approved tools include 1 Novopress ACO 152 153 The tool requires specific EPS Water and Gas Dual Jaws to suit the Elson EPS Crimp Water Gas Dual plumbing system Before using the battery tool it is essential that the user reads and recognises the instructions contained in the...

Page 20: ...ediately check the joint with a crimp gauge and re crimp as necessary If the crimping tool does not fully compress or the jaws do not fully close release the trigger actuate the retract slide check the tool then re crimp the joint and check with the crimp gauge to ensure conformance Jointing Procedure Cut the pipe straight and square using EPS Crimp Water Gas Dual pipe cutters Check for any damage...

Page 21: ...ach joint has been compressed correctly by using the EPS Crimp water and Gas Dual gauge If the EPS Crimp Gauge does not pass over the crimp ring check tooling inspect and adjust the tool according to instructions then re crimp and test Pressure test the installation in accordance with AS NZS 3500 For Elson approved Battery Crimping Tool Align the Battery tool in center of ring Activate the battery...

Page 22: ...d Gas Dual PEX AL Piping Systems EPS Crimp Gas PEX AL Pipe EPS Crimp Gas composite pipe is manufactured from an inner and outer wall of crossed linked polyethylene material which is bonded on both sides with a middle layer of aluminum The Pipe is yellow in colour and is clearly marked at 1m intervals detailing Brand Type Size Class Standard and License Number The pipe has been tested and approved ...

Page 23: ...e other external threats etc Chemical or corrosive environments 1 Pipe needs to be protected 2 Fittings must be wrapped and protected This includes all underground installations for all fittings Pipe support and clipping both vertically and horizontally to ensure conformance for vibration excessive tension torsion or compressive stresses on fittings and pipe Refer to pipe specification Chart for s...

Page 24: ...led to room temperature before inserting into EPS pipe alternatively use elson PRESS CRIMP fittings from copper to EPS Crimp Gas Underground Pipe installation Underground installation of EPS Crimp Gas PEX AL Pipe must be in accordance with AS NZS 5601 The following points should be noted and referenced for conformance to the standard Piping beneath a building and in the ground is allowed with NO j...

Page 25: ...detailed in AS NZS 5601 Do not attach this signage plate to any gas cylinder or other movable object Provision for Pipe Reversion As detailed in AS NZS 5601 in certain installations in some building types it is mandatory for the installation of reversion fittings to allow for Proprietary Gas Piping systems like EPS Crimp Gas to be extended or additions made for future application A Reversion Fitti...

Page 26: ...l requirement to round and deburr every squarely cut pipe end prior to insertion into the crimp fitting Use the EPS crimp gauge on each crimped joint to ensure the joint has been sufficiently crimped System Testing Pipe and joint system testing must be carried out in accordance with the standard AS NZS 5601 and any other relevant and applicable local authority codes prior to burying or concealing ...

Page 27: ... Supported distance Clipping 1 0m 1 25m 1 5m 2 0m Min Bending Radius by hand Min Bending Radius With Bending Tools 80mm 100mm 90mm 115mm Min Bending Radius with Bending Spring 32mm 60mm 110mm 150mm Coil Sizes metres 25 50 100 25 50 100 25 50 25 50 Straight Length metres 5m 5m 5m 5m Coefficient of Linear UOM Thermal Expansion in mm per meter of pipe for every 10Deg C Temperature variation 0 26 0 26 ...

Page 28: ...ables were calculated using the method described in AS NZS 5601 PIPE SIZING TABLE 1 Flow rates in units of MJ h PIPE SIZING TABLE 2 Flow rates in units of MJ h NOTE This method is detailed in the Standard AS NZS 5601 Appendix F section F1 3 Nom diam DN Natural Gas 1 1 kPa 0 075 kPa Pressure Drop Length of straight pipe m m for Fitting Nom diam DN Natural Gas 1 25 kPa 0 12 kPa Pressure Drop Length ...

Page 29: ...ables were calculated using the method described in AS NZS 5601 NOTE This method is detailed in the Standard AS NZS 5601 Appendix F section F1 3 PIPE SIZING TABLE 3 Flow rates in units of MJ h Nom diam DN Natural Gas 2 75 kPa 0 25 kPa Pressure Drop Length of straight pipe m m for Fitting PIPE SIZING TABLE 4 Flow rates in units of MJ h Nom diam DN Natural Gas 2 75 kPa 0 75kPa Pressure Drop Length o...

Page 30: ...e 0 1 Pb EPS PEX PIPE SIZING NATURAL GAS The following gas pipe sizing tables were calculated using the method described in AS NZS 5601 NOTE This method is detailed in the Standard AS NZS 5601 Appendix F section F1 3 PIPE SIZING TABLE 5 Flow rates in units of MJ h Nom diam DN Natural Gas 2 75 kPa 1 5 kPa Pressure Drop Length of straight pipe m m for Fitting ...

Page 31: ...zing tables were calculated using the method described in AS NZS 5601 NOTE This method is detailed in the Standard AS NZS 5601 Appendix F section F1 3 PIPE SIZING TABLE 7 Flow rates in units of MJ h Nom diam DN Propane 70 kPa 10 kPa Pressure Drop Length of straight pipe m m for Fitting PIPE SIZING TABLE 6 Flow rates in units of MJ h Nom diam DN Propane 2 75 kPa 0 25 kPa Pressure Drop Length of str...

Page 32: ...low all of these important steps below Ensure that the tool and jaws are compatible with EPS GAS PEX AL Pipe and EPS Crimp Gas Fittings Read and recognise the instructions contained in the manual Ensure the correct jaws match the tool the pipe and the fittings Inspect the tool to ensure it functions properly Inspect the jaws to ensure they re clean dry free of dirt grit and corrosion If the batter...

Page 33: ...he pipe has been pushed into the fitting properly Inspect the fitting to ensure the pipe is visible through both witness holes on the copper ring Do I need to check every crimp joint has been compressed properly YES you should check every crimp joint has been compressed properly by testing with the crimp gauge Is there a procedure to follow when soldering connecting barbs YES ALWAYS After heating a...

Page 34: ...ys keep tool clean dry and lubricated For more details refer to tool instructions supplied with the tools WARNING An incompatible tool incorrectly adjusted tool or damaged jaws may result in a joint failure tool damage or both It will also void the warranty Battery Tool Tested and approved tools include 1 Novopress ACO 152 153 The tool requires specific EPS Water and Gas Dual Jaws to suit the Elso...

Page 35: ...ight comes on or any detection of incomplete crimping occurs you must change the battery immediately check the joint with a crimp gauge and re crimp as necessary If the crimping tool does not fully compress or the jaws do not flully close release the trigger actuate the retract slide check the tool then re crimp the joint and check with the crimp gauge to ensure conformance Jointing Procedure Cut ...

Page 36: ...r ring For EPS Manual Crimping Tools Centralise the EPS Manual tool sized to suit the pipe and fitting with jaws over the copper crimp ring Slowly bring the lever handles together closing the jaws completely ompressing the joint For EPS approved Battery Crimping Tool Align the Battery tool jaw centralized on copper ring Activate the battery tool and compress the copper crimp ring completely until ...

Page 37: ...ling 16mm 21002 No 1 Straight Coupling 20mm 21004 No 1 Straight Coupling 25mm 21006 No 1 Straight Coupling 32mm Code Description 21060 No 2 Straight Connector 16mm x Rp1 2 FI 21061 No 2 Straight Connector 16mm x Rp3 4 FI 21062 No 2 Straight Connector 20mm x Rp1 2 FI 21064 No 2 Straight Connector 20mm x Rp3 4 FI 21070 No 2 Straight Connector 25mm x Rp1 FI 21072 No 2 Straight Connector 32mm x Rp1 FI...

Page 38: ...5mm x R3 4 MI 21050 No 3 Straight Connector 25mm x R1 MI 21056 No 3 Straight Connector 32mm x R1 MI Code Description 21080 No 12 Elbow 16mm 21082 No 12 Elbow 20mm 21084 No 12 Elbow 25mm 21086 No 12 Elbow 32mm NO 12 ELBOW LEAD FREE BRASS NO 13 MALE ELBOW LEAD FREE BRASS Code Description 21088 No 12R Elbow DN20 x DN16 21092 No 12R Elbow DN25 x DN20 Code Description 21400 No 13 Elbow 16mm x R1 2 MI 2...

Page 39: ...ow 20mm x G1 2B MI 200mm Long 21158 No 19BP Elbow 20mm x G3 4B MI 200mm Long NO 15 LUGGED FEMALE ELBOW LEAD FREE BRASS Code Description 21120 No 15BP Elbow 16mm x Rp1 2 FI 21122 No 15BP Elbow 20mm x Rp3 4 FI NO 19BP LUGGED MALE ELBOW LEAD FREE BRASS NO 24 TEE LEAD FREE BRASS Code Description 21160 No 24 Tee 16mm 21162 No 24 Tee 20mm 21164 No 24 Tee 25mm 21166 No 24 Tee 32mm NO 25 REDUCED CENTRE TE...

Page 40: ...4 No 27 Tee Reduced 20 x 16 x 16mm 16mm Centre 16mm End 21384 No 27 Tee Reduced 25 x 20 x 20mm 20mm Centre 20mm End NO 61 STOPPER LEAD FREE BRASS Code Description 21260 No 61 Stopper 16mm 21262 No 61 Stopper 20mm 21264 No 61 Stopper 25mm 21266 No 61 Stopper 32mm NO 62 STRAIGHT TAP CONNECTOR LEAD FREE BRASS Code Description 21240 No 62 Straight Tap Connector Cone 16mm x G1 2 L Nut 21242 No 62 Strai...

Page 41: ...led 300mm Floor Entry 21286 Bath Laundry Assembly Straight 300mm Side Entry SHOWER ASSEMBLY LEAD FREE BRASS Code Description 21300 Shower Assembly Right Angled 150mm Floor Entry 21302 Shower Assembly Right Angled 200mm Floor Entry 21304 Shower Assembly Right Angled Barbs Up 150mm Top Entry 21306 Shower Assembly Right Angled Barbs Up 200mm Top Entry 21320 Shower Assembly Straight 150mm Side Entry C...

Page 42: ... elson LF Press Gas 25mm x EPS LF Crimp Gas 32mm EPS PRESS WATER ADAPTOR LF DR BRASS Code Description 21880 Adaptor elson LF Press Water 15mm x EPS LF Crimp Water 16mm 21882 Adaptor elson LF Press Water 20mm x EPS LF Crimp Water 20mm 21884 Adaptor elson LF Press Water 20mm x EPS LF Crimp Water 25mm 21892 Adaptor elson LF Press Water 25mm x EPS LF Crimp Water 32mm REVERSION UNION Code Description 2...

Page 43: ...10 H C Water Pipe Black 100m Coil 16mm 21712 H C Water Pipe Black 100m Coil 20mm 21717 H C Water Pipe Black 50m Coil 16mm 21718 H C Water Pipe Black 50m Coil 20mm 21714 H C Water Pipe Black 50m Coil 25mm 21716 H C Water Pipe Black 25m Coil 32mm RECYCLED WATER PIPE LILAC STRAIGHT LENGTH HOT COLD WATER PIPE BLACK IN CONDUIT COIL Code Description 21737 Recycled Water Pipe Lilac 5m Length 16mm 21738 R...

Page 44: ... Description 21750 Hot Water Pipe Red 5m Length 16mm 21752 Hot Water Pipe Red 5m Length 20mm 21754 Hot Water Pipe Red 5m Length 25mm Code Description 21756 Hot Water Pipe Red 50m Coil 16mm 21758 Hot Water Pipe Red 50m Coil 20mm 21753 Hot Water Pipe Red 50m Coil 25mm RAIN WATER PIPE GREEN STRAIGHT LENGTH RAIN WATER PIPE GREEN COIL Code Description 21747 Rain Water Pipe Green 5m Length 16mm 21748 Ra...

Page 45: ...ipe 50m Coil 16mm 21818 PEX AL PEX Pipe 50m Coil 20mm 21814 PEX AL PEX Pipe 50m Coil 25mm 21815 PEX AL PEX Pipe 50m Coil 32mm 21807 PEX AL PEX Pipe 25m Coil 16mm 21808 PEX AL PEX Pipe 25m Coil 20mm 21809 PEX AL PEX Pipe 25m Coil 25mm 21816 PEX AL PEX Pipe 25m Coil 32mm Elson Lead Free copper alloy products are 99 9 Lead Free and contain less than 0 1 Lead by weight 45 EPS LEAD FREE CRIMP GAS Gas P...

Page 46: ...PRESS Code Description 21530 INSTALLATION ID TAG GAS SYSTEM Code Description 36901 Novopress ACO 153 BT Tool Only In Case With 2 Batteries 1 Charger Code Description 21904 PB15 Jaw Only 16mm EPS Crimp W G Dual Suit NV ACO 153 BT Bat Tool 21905 PB15 Jaw Only 20mm EPS Crimp W G Dual Suit NV ACO 153 BT Bat Tool 21906 PB15 Jaw Only 25mm EPS Crimp W G Dual Suit NV ACO 153 BT Bat Tool 29937 PEX Crimp Ja...

Page 47: ...Code Description 21982 Crimp Gauge 25 32mm REAMING TOOL EPS CRIMP GAS REAMING TOOL EPS CRIMP GAS RING REPAIR TOOL Code Description 21970 Reaming Tool EPS CRIMP GAS 16 25mm Code Description 21972 Reaming Tool EPS CRIMP GAS 32mm EPS PEX PIPE CUTTER Code Description 21936 PEX PIPE PEXALPEX PIPE 16mm 32mm EPS PEX PIPE CUTTER Code Description 21932 T135 Dawn Kwikcut Original Pipe Cutter 16mm 32mm Code ...

Page 48: ...r Nail 23818 Open Clip 25mm Timber Nail Code Description 23820 Open Clip 16mm Metal Screw 23822 Open Clip 20mm Metal Screw 23824 Open Clip 25mm Metal Screw PROFILE BEND PROFILE BEND BRACKET W SPRING PROFILE BEND Code Description 23830 PEX Profile Bend Bracket 90 Degree x 5D 16mm 23832 PEX Profile Bend Bracket 90 Degree x 5D 20mm 23834 PEX Profile Bend Bracket 90 Degree x 5D 25mm Code Description 2...

Page 49: ...ion must be in accordance with any other relevant and applicable local authority codes which may take precedence Installation must be in accordance with established installation practices Installation must be in accordance with the jointing procedures included in this manual Installation must only ever involve the use of the same approved EPS Pipe watermark certificate WMKA 21274 or the approved s...

Page 50: ...oods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure To the extent of the Law Elson shall not be liable for any consequential loss or damage of any kind caused by any product faulty or defective in workmanship or manufacture This warranty are in addition to other rights and remedies available to the consumer under the law To mak...

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