BS EN 1254-2:2021 Copper and Copper Alloys: Plumbing Fittings

Introducing the BS EN 1254-2:2021 standard, a comprehensive guide and specification for copper and copper alloy plumbing fittings, specifically designed for compression fittings used with copper tubes. This standard is an essential resource for professionals in the plumbing and construction industries, ensuring high-quality and reliable installations.

Overview of BS EN 1254-2:2021

The BS EN 1254-2:2021 standard provides detailed specifications and guidelines for the design, manufacture, and testing of compression fittings made from copper and copper alloys. These fittings are crucial components in plumbing systems, offering secure and leak-proof connections for copper tubes. Released on June 1, 2021, this standard is the latest in a series of updates that reflect the evolving needs and technologies in the plumbing industry.

Key Features

• Standard Number: BS EN 1254-2:2021
• Pages: 32
• Release Date: June 1, 2021
• ISBN: 978 0 539 03342 7
• Status: Standard

Why Choose Copper and Copper Alloy Fittings?

Copper and its alloys have been the materials of choice for plumbing applications for decades, thanks to their excellent properties. Here are some reasons why copper and copper alloy fittings are preferred:

• Durability: Copper is known for its long-lasting performance, resisting corrosion and maintaining integrity over time.
• Thermal Conductivity: Copper's high thermal conductivity makes it ideal for hot and cold water systems, ensuring efficient heat transfer.
• Antimicrobial Properties: Copper has natural antimicrobial properties, reducing the risk of bacterial growth in plumbing systems.
• Recyclability: Copper is 100% recyclable, making it an environmentally friendly choice for sustainable construction practices.

Applications of Compression Fittings

Compression fittings are widely used in various plumbing applications due to their ease of installation and reliability. They are suitable for:

• Residential Plumbing: Ideal for connecting copper pipes in homes, ensuring leak-proof water supply systems.
• Commercial Buildings: Used in large-scale plumbing systems in office buildings, hotels, and other commercial properties.
• Industrial Applications: Suitable for use in industrial settings where robust and durable connections are required.

Compliance and Quality Assurance

The BS EN 1254-2:2021 standard ensures that all compression fittings meet stringent quality and safety requirements. By adhering to this standard, manufacturers and installers can guarantee that their products and installations are compliant with the latest industry regulations, providing peace of mind to both professionals and end-users.

Conclusion

Incorporating the BS EN 1254-2:2021 standard into your plumbing projects ensures that you are using the best practices and materials available. With its focus on copper and copper alloy compression fittings, this standard is an invaluable resource for anyone involved in the design, installation, or maintenance of plumbing systems. Whether you are a manufacturer, contractor, or engineer, this standard will help you achieve superior results in your projects.

Invest in the BS EN 1254-2:2021 standard today and ensure that your plumbing systems are built to last, with the quality and reliability that only copper and copper alloy fittings can provide.

BS EN 1254-2:2021

This standard BS EN 1254-2:2021 Copper and copper alloys. Plumbing fittings is classified in these ICS categories:

• 23.040.40 Metal fittings

This document specifies product characteristics, assessment methods, compliance criteria of the test results and a designation system for compression fittings for connecting with copper tubes. Compression fittings exist with sealing elements - metallic and/or non-metallic - called non manipulative (commonly referenced as type A) and without sealing elements, called manipulative (commonly referenced as type B). For the purposes of joining copper tubes, the fitting ends have a nominal diameter from 6 mm to 108 mm. The compression fittings are designed for a service lifetime up to fifty years.

The fittings are used up to the operating temperatures and corresponding maximum operating pressures as indicated in Annex A.

This document applies to copper alloy fittings. A non-exhaustive list of these copper alloys is given in CEN/TS 13388.

Compression fitting ends, Type A, are used with copper tubes to EN 1057 in all material hardness conditions.

Compression fittings, Type A, will possibly require an internal support when used with R220 (annealed) copper tube and the manufacturer’s advice should be sought.

Compression fitting ends, Type B, are used with R220 (annealed) or R250 (half-hard) copper tube to EN 1057.

Compression fittings, Type B, may be used with R290 (hard) copper tube and the manufacturer’s advice should be sought.

Adaptor fittings for use with copper tubes may combine compression ends with fitting ends defined in the other parts of EN 1254.

Compression fittings for use with copper tubes may also have flanged end connections according to EN 1092?3.

Compression fittings for use with copper tubes may also have a plated or other decorative surface coating.

Fittings can be produced by machining, metal forming, casting, or fabrication.

Products covered by this standard are intended to be used in:

1. liquid applications:

   1. hot, cold or combined hot and cold water, including systems according to EN 806 ;

   2. closed heating systems according to EN 12828 ;

   3. cooling systems.

   4. drainage systems:

   5. fire protection systems including sprinkler systems according to EN 12845 ;

   6. supply systems for points of consumption with liquid fuels according to EN 12514 .

2. gas applications:

   1. natural gas and liquefied petroleum gas systems with a maximum operating pressure less than or equal to 5 bar according to EN 1775 ;

   2. compressed air systems.