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Bronze Gate, Globe,

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Angle, and Check Valves

Standard Practice
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This MSS Standard Practice was developed under the consensus of the MSS Technical Committee 203 and the
MSS Coordinating Committee. The content of this Standard Practice is the result of the efforts of competent and
concerned volunteers to provide an effective, clear, and non-exclusive specification that will benefit the industry
as a whole. This MSS Standard Practice is intended as a basis for common practice by the manufacturer, the
user, and the general public. The existence of an MSS Standard Practice does not in itself preclude the manufacture,
sale, or use of products not conforming to the Standard Practice. Mandatory conformance is established
only by reference in a code, specification, sales contract, or public law, as applicable.

Unless otherwise specifically noted in this MSS SP, any standard referred to herein is identified by the date of
issue that was applicable to the referenced standard(s) at the date of issue of this MSS SP. (See Annex C.)

U.S. customary units in this SP are the standard; the metric units are for reference only.

This document has been substantially revised from the previous 2003 edition. It is
suggested that if the user is interested in knowing what changes have been made, that
direct page-by-page comparison should be made of this document with the previous
edition.

Any part of this Standard Practice may be quoted. Credit lines should read `Extracted from MSS SP-80, 2008 with
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of the Valve and Fittings Industry Inc.

Originally Approved November, 1974

Copyright ©, 2003 by
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of the
Valve and Fittings Industry, Inc.
Printed in U.S.A.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION PAGE
0 PURPOSE........................................................................................................................................... 1
1 SCOPE AND VALVE TYPES .......................................................................................................... 1
2 PRESSURE-TEMPERATURE RATINGS........................................................................................ 2
3 MATERIALS ..................................................................................................................................... 4
4 DESIGN.............................................................................................................................................. 4
5 MARKINGS ..................................................................................................................................... 13
6 TOLENRANCE................................................................................................................................ 13
7 INSPECTION AND TESTING........................................................................................................ 13

TABLE
1 Pressure-Temperature Ratings .......................................................................................................... 3
2 List of Material Specifications .......................................................................................................... 5
3 Minimum Length and Depth of Thread ............................................................................................ 8
4 Bronze Gate Valves-Diameter of Stem........................................................................................... 11
5 Bronze Globe and Angle Valves-Diameter of Stem ....................................................................... 11
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6 Bronze Gate Valves - Diameter of Handwheel............................................................................... 12

7 Bronze Globe and Angle Valves-Diameter of Handwheel ............................................................. 12
8 Shell Test-Threaded and Solder End Valves .................................................................................. 13
9 Shell Test-Flanged End Valves....................................................................................................... 13
10 Seat Test-Threaded and Solder End Valves.................................................................................... 14
11 Seat Test-Flanged End Valves ........................................................................................................ 14
A1 Pressure-Temperature Limitations .................................................................................................. 15
X1-1 Pressure-Temperature Limitations .................................................................................................. 25
X1-2 Pressure-Temperature Ratings ........................................................................................................ 26
X1-3 Minimum Length and Depth of Thread .......................................................................................... 27
X1-4 Bronze Gate Valves-Diameter of Stem........................................................................................... 28
X1-5 Bronze Globe and Angle Valves-Diameter of Stem ....................................................................... 28
X1-6 Bronze Gate Valves-Diameter of Handwheel................................................................................. 29
X1-7 Bronze Globe and Angle Valves-Diameter of Handwheel ............................................................. 29
X1-8 Shell Test-Threaded and Solder End Valves .................................................................................. 30
X1-9 Shell Test-Flanged End Valves....................................................................................................... 30
X1-10 Seat Test-Threaded and Solder End Valves.................................................................................... 30
X1-11 Seat Test-Flanged End Valves ........................................................................................................ 30

FIGURE
B1 Gate Valve-Type 1A, Solid Wedge, Non-Rising Stem, External Stuffing Box ............................. 16
B2 Gate Valve-Type 1B, Solid Wedge, Non-Rising Stem, Internal Retaining Nut ............................. 16
B3 Gate Valve-Type 2, Solid Wedge, Inside Screw, Rising Stem ....................................................... 17
B4 Gate Valve-Type 3, Split Wedge (Double Disc), Inside Screw, Rising Stem ................................ 18
B5 Gate Valve-Type 4, Double Disc, Parallel Seat, Inside Screw, Rising Stem.................................. 18
B6 Globe and Angle Valves-Type 1, Metal Disc, Integral Seat........................................................... 19
B7 Globe and Angle Valves-Type 2, Non-Metal Disc, Integral Seat................................................... 19
B8 Globe and Angle Valves-Type 3, Metal Disc, Removable Seat ..................................................... 20
B9 Check Valve-Type 1, Horizontal Lift Check - Metal to Metal Seat ............................................... 21
B10 Check Valve-Type 1, Angle Lift Check - Metal to Metal Seat....................................................... 21
B11 Check Valve-Type 2, Horizontal and Angle Lift Check - Non-Metallic to Metal Seat.................. 22
B12 Check Valve-Type 2, Vertical Lift Check - Non-Metallic to Metal Seat ....................................... 22
B13 Check Valve-Type 3, Swing Check, Metal to Metal Seat .............................................................. 23
B14 Check Valve-Type 4, Swing Check, Non-Metallic Disc to Metal Seat .......................................... 23
ANNEX

A Strength of Solder Joints ................................................................................................................. 15

B Valve Types .................................................................................................................................... 16
C Referenced Standards and Applicable Dates .................................................................................. 24
X1 Metric References ........................................................................................................................... 25
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BRONZE GATE, GLOBE, ANGLE, AND CHECK VALVES
0. PURPOSE
This MSS Standard Practice establishes
requirements for bronze gate, globe, angle, and
check valves in Classes 125 (PN 20), 150, 200,
300 (PN 50) and 350 for threaded and solder
ends and Classes 150 (PN 20) and 300 (PN 50)
for flanged ends. Pressures in this Standard
Practice are gauge pressure in pounds per
square inch (Kilopascals). Hereafter the
pressure will appear as psi (kPa).
1. SCOPE AND VALVE TYPES
1.1 Scope This Standard Practice establishes
requirements for bronze gate, globe, angle, and
check valves for general purpose services and
provides requirements for the following:
a) Pressure-Temperature Ratings
b) Materials
c) End Connections
d) Dimensions
e) Markings
f) Testing and Inspections
1.2 Valve Types
1.2.1 Gate Valves
a) Type 1A – Solid Wedge: Non-Rising
Stem (NRS), External Stuffing Box for
Stem Retention Fig. B1, Annex B.
b) Type 1B – Solid Wedge: Non-Rising
Stem (NRS), Internal Stem Retaining Nut
for Stem Retention Fig. B2, Annex B.
c) Type 2 – Solid Wedge: Inside Screw,
Rising Stem (ISRS) Fig. B3, Annex B.
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d) Type 3 – Split Wedge (Double Disc): Inside
Screw, Rising Stem, (ISRS) Fig. B4,
Annex B.
e) Type 4 – Double Disc: Parallel Seat, Inside
Screw, Rising Stem (ISRS) Fig. B5, Annex B.
1.2.2 Globe and Angle Valves
a) Type 1 – Metal Disc, Integral Seat Fig.
B6, Annex B.
b), Type 2 – Non-Metallic Disc, Integral
Seat Fig. B7, Annex B.
c) Type 3 – Metal Disc, Removable Seat
Fig. B8, Annex B.
1.2.3 Check Valves
a) Type 1 – Horizontal, Lift Check, Metal
Disc to Metal Seat Figure B9, Annex B.
b) Type 2 – Horizontal, Angle, and Vertical
Lift Check, Non-Metallic Disc to Metal
Seat Figs. B11 & B12, Annex B.
c) Type 3 – Swing Check, Metal Disc to
Metal Seat Fig. B13, Annex B.
d) Type 4 – Swing Check, Non-Metallic
Disc to Metal Seat Fig. B14, Annex B.
1.3 Nominal Pipe Sizes
a) Threaded Ends – NPS 1/8-3 (DN 6-80)
b) Solder Ends – NPS 1/4-3 (DN 8-80)
c) Flanged Ends – NPS 1/2-3 (DN 15-80)
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2. PRESSURE-TEMPERATURE RATINGS
2.1 The pressure-temperature ratings in Table
1 (Table X1-2) apply to all products governed
by this Standard Practice. Valves conforming to
the requirements of this Standard Practice shall,
in all respects, merit these ratings.
2.2 These ratings are the maximum allowable,
non-shock pressures at the temperatures shown,
and allowable pressures may be interpolated
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between temperatures shown.
2.3 The temperature shown, corresponding to
the pressure rating, shall be the material
temperature of the pressure retaining structure
(the temperature rating). In view of the various
environments in which piping components may
be installed (i.e., insulated or not, and either
heated or cooled), it is assumed that the material
temperature of the pressure retaining structure
is the temperature of the contained fluid. Use of
a pressure rating at a material temperature other
than the temperature of the contained fluid is
the responsibility of the user, and subject to the
requirements of applicable codes.
2.4 The safe pressure-temperature rating of a
solder-joint piping system is dependent, not
only on valve, fitting, and tubing strength, but
also on the composition of the solder used for
joints. Pressure-temperature limitations
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for solder joints made with typical commercial
solders are given in Annex A (Table X1-1 in
Appendix X1). It shall be the responsibility of
the user to select a solder composition that is
compatible with the service conditions, as well as
to assure the adequacy of workmanship
employed in making the joints.
2.5 The ratings given in Table 1 at -20°F (-
29°C) to 150°F (66°C) shall also apply at lower
temperatures. Products that are to operate at low
temperatures shall conform to the rules of the
applicable codes under which they are to be
used.
2.6 The safe pressure-temperature rating of
valves fitted with non-metallic discs, (i.e., globe
and angle valves, Type 2, and check valves,
Types 2 and 4) is dependent upon the
composition of the disc material. It shall be the
responsibility of the user to specify the service
application. When no service application is
specified, discs suitable for steam service at
rated working conditions shall be furnished in
all bronze globe and angle valves, Type 2, and in
all bronze check valves, Types 2 and 4. Users
are advised to consult with the manufacturer in
cases of doubt.
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TABLE 1 Pressure -Temperature Ratings(f)

PRESSURE(c) - psi
CLASS 125 150 200 300 350
END. THD THD FLG(b) THD THD(c) THD FLG(b) THD
SOLDER SOLDER SOLDER SOLDER
(c) (c) (c) (c)
(a)
TEMP. MATERIAL
deg. F ASTM B 62 ASTM B 61
-20 To
200 300 225 400 1000 600 500 1000
150

200 185 270 210 375 920 560 475 920

250 170 240 195 350 830 525 450 830

300 155 210 180 325 740 490 425 750

350 140 180 165 300 650 450 400 670

400 —— —— —— 275 560 410 375 590

406 125 150 150 —— —— —— —— ——

450 120(d) 145(d) —— 250 480 375 350 510

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500 —— —— —— 225 390 340 325 430

550 —— —— —— 200 300 300 300 350

NOTES:
(a)
- For lower temperatures, see Section 2.5
(b)
- P-T Ratings - ASME B16.24
(c)
- Refer to Section 2.4 for safe P-T rating for solder-joint piping systems.
(d)
- Some codes (i.e., - ASME BPVC, Section 1) limit the rating temperatures of the indicated material to 406°F.
(e)
- Alternate ratings for valve sizes 1/8 - 2 having threaded ends and union ring body-bonnet joints.
(f)
- See Table X 1-2 in Appendix X 1 for metric (SI) units.

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3. MATERIALS
3.1 General - All valve components
manufactured to this Standard Practice shall be
made from materials produced under
recognized quality control procedures.
Recommended materials are listed in Table 2.
3.2 Castings - All castings shall be clean and
sound, without defects which will impair their
service. No plugging, welding, repairing, or
impregnating is allowed.
3.3 Corrosion - Users are cautioned against
application with fluids that may react
chemically with any material used in these
valves. In certain areas of the country, where
water conditions are particularly "aggressive",
piping components made from certain zinc-
bearing copper-base alloys are susceptible to a
form of corrosion known as dezincification.
Consultation with the manufacturer is advised
to determine suitability in cases of doubt.
4. DESIGN
4.1 General - Valves shall be of substantial
construction to resist permanent distortion
under normal service conditions and shall be
free of imperfections and defects which may be
injurious to the performance of the valve.
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4.2 Flow Passage Area
4.2.1 The flow passageway of bronze gate
valves shall have a minimum area of not less
than the area of a circle having a diameter equal
to the nominal pipe size except that valves fitted
with seat rings may reduce the passageway area
by the area of the seat ring driving lugs. The
valve shall be so designed that the stem and/or
wedge clear the waterway when the valve is
fully open.
4.2.2 The flow passageway of bronze globe and
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angle valves, Types 1 and 2, designed with
integral seats and when fully opened, shall have
an area at all points equal to the area of a circle
having a diameter equal to the nominal pipe
size, except the area through the seat may be
reduced by the area of the disc guides.
4.2.3 The flow passageway area of bronze
globe and angle valves, Type 3, of the full flow
design, may be reduced by the area of the
seating driving lugs.
4.2.4 The flow passageway of bronze globe and
angle valves, Type 3, of the plug design, for
throttling service, may have a reduced area
through the seat.
4.2.5 The flow passageway of bronze check
valves, Types 3 and 4, shall have a minimum
area of not less than the area of a circle having a
diameter equal to the nominal pipe size except
that valves fitted with seat rings may reduce the
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TABLE 2 List of Material Specifications

PART VALVE VALVE CLASS
NAME STYLE TYPE 125 (PN20) & 150 (PN20) 200,300 (PN50), & 350
Gate 1-4
Globe &
Body 1-3 ASTM B 62-C83600-Note(b) ASTM B 61-092200 - Note (a)
Angle
Check 1-4
Gate 1-4 ASTM B 62-C83600 - Note (b) ASTM B 61-C92200 - Note (a)
ASTM B 124-C37700 & C67500 ASTM B 124-C67500
Bonnet
Globe & ASTM B 16-C36000 - Note (c) ASTM B 16-C36000 - Note (c)
1-3
Angle ASTM B 584-C86400 ASTM B 584-C86400
ASTM B 62-C83600 - No ASTM B 61-C92200 - Note (a)
ASTM B 124-C37700 & C67500 ASTM B 124-C67500
ASTM B 16-C36000-Note (c) ASTM B 584-C86400
Cap Check 1-4
ASTM B 584-C86400 ASTM B 16-C36000-Note (c)
ASTM B 371-C69700-Note (c) ASTM B 371-C69700-Note (c)
Gate ASTM B 62-C83600-Note (b) ASTM B 61-C92200
Union Globe ASTM B 16-C36000-Note(c) ASTM B 16-C36000-Note (c)
Ring Angle & ASTM B 124-C37700
Check
ASTM B 62-C83600 ASTM B 61-C92200
Copper-Nickel Alloy ASTM B 62-C83600-Note (a)
Nickel-Copper Alloy Copper-Nickel Alloy
Gate 1-4
ASTM B 584-C86400, C87600 & C97600 Nickel-Copper Alloy
Note (d) ASTM B 584-087600 & C97600
ASTM B 62-C83600 ASTM B 61-C92200
ASTM B 124-C67500 & C37700 ASTM B 62-C83600 - Note (a)
ASTM B 584-C86400 ASTM B 150-C61400 & C64200
Copper-Nickel Alloy ASTM B 584-C86400
Globe &
Nickel-Copper Alloy ASTM B 99-C65100
Angle
Stn. Stl. Alloy (400-500 BHN) Copper-Nickel Alloy
Disc- 1&3 Note (d) Nickel-Copper Alloy
Metal Stn. Stl. Alloy (400-500 BHN)
Note (d)
ASTM B 62-C83600 ASTM B 61-C92200
ASTM B 16-C36000-Note (c) ASTM B 62-C83600-Note (a)
ASTM B 140-C32000-Note (c) ASTM B 16-C36000-Note (c)
Copper-Nickel Alloy ASTM A 494-GR.M35
Nickel-Copper Alloy ASTM B 140-C32000-Note (c)
Check 1&3
Stn. St1. Alloy (400-500 BHN) ASTM B 371-C69700-Note (c)
Note (d) Copper-Nickel Alloy
Nickel-Copper Alloy
Stn. Stl. Alloy (400-500 BHN)
Note (d)
Globe & ASTM B 62-C83600 ASTM B 61-C92200
2
Angle ASTM B 124-C37700 & C67500 ASTM B 62-C83600- Note (a)
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Disc ASTM B 16-C36000-Note (c) ASTM B 124-C37700-Class 200 only

Holder ASTM B 584-C86400 ASTM B 124-C67500-Class 200 only
Check 2&4
ASTM B 140-C32000 - Note (c) ASTM B 16-C36000 - Note (c)
Note (d) Note (d)
Disc Globe &
2 Suitable for service specified in Section 2.6.
Non- Angle
Pressure-Temperature Ratings
Metallic Check 2&4

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TABLE 2 List of Material Specifications (Continued)

PART VALVE VALVE CLASS
NAME STYLE TYPE 125 (PN20) & 150 (PN20) 200,300 (PN50), & 350
Copper-Nickel Alloy Copper-Nickel Alloy
Nickel-Copper Alloy Nickel-Copper Alloy

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Gate 1-4 Stn. Stl. Alloy (250-500 BHN) Stn. Stl. Alloy (250-500 BHN)
300 Series Stn. Stl. Alloy-Note(b) 300 Series Stn. Stl. Alloy-Note(b)
Seat Note(d) Note(d)
Rings Globe & Copper-Nickel Alloy Copper-Nickel Alloy
3
Angle Nickel-Copper Alloy Nickel-Copper Alloy
Stn. Stl. Alloy (400-500 BHN) Stn. Stl. Alloy (400-500 BHN)
Check 1-4 300 Series Stn. Stl. Alloy-Note(b) 300 Series Stn. Stl. Alloy-Note(b)
Note(d) Note(d)
ASTM B 62-C83600 ASTM B 61-C92200
Globe & ASTM B 16-C36000 ASTM B 62-C83600
Disc Nut 2
Angle ASTM B 150-C61400 & C64200 ASTM B 16-C36000
Disc
ASTM B 371-C69700 ASTM B 150-C61400 & C64200
Locknut
Note (d) ASTM B 371-C69700-
Check 2&4
Note (d)
ASTM B 61-C92200 ASTM B 61-C92200
ASTM B 62-C83600 ASTM B 62-C83600-Note (a)
Gate 1-4 ASTM B 98-C65100 ASTM B 98-C65100
ASTM B 99-C65100 ASTM B 99-C65100
ASTM B 148-C95600 ASTM B 148-C95600
ASTM B 150-C61400 & C64200 ASTM B 371-C69400 & C69700
ASTM B 371-C69400 & C69700 ASTM B 584-C86500 & C87400
ASTM B 584-C86400 & C87400 ASTM B 584-C87500 & 87600
Stem
ASTM B 584-C87500 & C87600 ASTM B 21-C46400 & C48200
ASTM B 21-C46400 & C47940 ASTM B 505-C83600-Note(a)
Globe &
1&3 ASTM B 21-C48200
Angle
ASTM B 505-C83600
Note (d)

Note (d)
ASTM B 62-C83600 ASTM B 61-C92200
Hanger ASTM B 584-C87600 ASTM B 62-C83600 - Note (a)
Check 3&4
(Hinge) Stainless Steel Alloy ASTM B 584-C87600
Note (d) Note (d)
ASTM B 150-C61400 & C64200 ASTM B 150-C61400 & C64200
Hanger Pin
ASTM B 16-C36000 ASTM B 16-C36000
(Hinge Pin)
ASTM B 371-C69700 ASTM B 371-C69700
Side Plug Check 3&4
Copper Alloy Copper- Alloy
Stop Plug
Nickel-Copper Alloy Nickel-Copper Alloy
Washer
Stainless Steel Alloy Stainless Steel Alloy
ASTM B 62-C83600 ASTM B 62-C83600
ASTM B 124-C37700 ASTM B 124-C37700
ASTM B 16-C36000 ASTM B 16-C36000-Note(g)
Stuffing Box ASTM B 584-C86400 & C84400 ASTM B 584-C86400
Packing Box Check ASTM B 283- Note(f) ASTM B 584-C84400 - Note (e)
Stem- Globe & Other Copper Alloy materials having ASTM B 283-Note (f)
Locking- Angle physical and corrosive properties equivalent to Other Copper Alloy materials having
Ring those of the listed materials physical and corrosive properties
equivalent to those of the listed
materials

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TABLE 2 List of Material Specifications (Continued)

PART VALVE VALVE CLASS

NAME STYLE TYPE 125 (PN20) & 150 (PN20) 200,300 (PN50), & 350
ASTM B 62-C83600 ASTM B 62-C83600
ASTM B 124-C37700 ASTM B 124-C37700
ASTM B 16-C36000 ASTM B 16-C36000
ASTM B 584-C86400 & C84400 ASTM B 584-C86400
Packing Gate
ASTM B 283- Note(f) ASTM B 584-C84400 - Note (e)
Gland Globe &
Other Copper Alloy materials having ASTM B 283-Note (f)
Packing Nut Angle
physical and corrosive properties equivalent Other Copper Alloy materials having
to those of the listed materials physical and corrosive properties
equivalent to those of the listed materials

Retaining Copper Alloy Copper Alloy

Check 3&4
Ring Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
Gate
Ferrous, non-ferrous alloys or of a non-metallic material
Handwheels Globe &
of sufficient strength and durability.
Angle

NOTES: (a) — ASTM B 62-083600, may be used in place of ASTM B 61-C92200 for class 200,
300 (PN 50) and 350 valves provided that a temperature limitation of 450°F (232°C) is shown on
the identification plate.

(b) — ASTM B 61-C92200 may be used in Class 125 (PN20) and 150 (PN20) valves at the
manufacturer's option.

(c) — Bonnet, cap, disc, and disc holder, sizes 3/4 (DN 20) and smaller only. Union rings, sizes
3/8 (DN 10) and smaller only.

(d) — Other materials having physical- and corrosion-resistant properties equivalent to those of
the listed material.

(e) — For use in Class 200 valves with non-metallic discs when temperature limitation of the
disc is a maximum of 450°F (232°C).

(f) — Glands (non-bolted, non-threaded) only.

(g) — For sizes 3/4 (DN 20) and smaller.

(h) — Manufacturer's standard hardness.

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4.3 Body and Bonnet

4.3.1 The body-bonnet joint on bronze gate,
globe and angle valves and the body-cap joint
on bronze check valves may be inside screw,
screw-over, union ring or bolted construction.
4.3.2 Threaded Ends
4.3.2.1 Threaded end bodies may have polygon
ends or may have rounded ends with ribs.
Valves with threaded ends shall be threaded in
accordance with the requirements of
ANSI/ASME B1.20.1.
4.3.2.2 All threads shall be countersunk a
distance not less than one-half the pitch of the
threads at an angle of approximately 45
degrees. Countersinking shall be concentric
with threads.
4.3.2.3 The length of the threads specified in
Table 3 (Table X1-3) shall be measured to
include the countersink or chamfer and comply
with L1 and L3 gauging. The maximum
allowable variation in the alignment of threads
of all openings of threaded valves shall be 0.06
inches (1.5mm) in 12 inches (305mm).

TABLE 3 Minimum Length and Depth of Thread(a)

Nominal B C
Pipe Length of Thread Depth of Thread Chamber (b)
Size (minimum) (minimum)
Inches Inches
1/8 0.25 0.35
1/4 0.28 0.40
3/8 0.31 0.42
1/2 0.37 0.54
3/4 0.44 0.57
1 0.51 0.70
1-1/4 0.60 0.71
1-1/2 0.62 0.75
2 0.67 0.79
2-1/2 0.82 1.14
3 0.88 1.20
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Note: (a) - See Table X1-3 in Appendix Xl for metric (SI) units.
(b)
Distance parallel to axis from face of valve to nearest point of seat diaphragm wall.

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4.3.3 Solder-Joint Ends Solder joint ends shall
be prepared in accordance with applicable
requirements of ASME B16.18.
4.3.4 Flanged Ends Flanges and drilling of
flanged end valves shall be in accordance with
applicable requirements of ASME B16.24. The
finish of facing shall be in accordance with
MSS SP-6.
4.3.5 Stem Thread Engagement
4.3.5.1 Rising-stem valves shall have a
minimum length of stem-thread engagement
equal to the outside diameter of the thread when
the valve is closed and 75% of the outside
diameter of the stem thread when the valve is
fully open.
4.3.5.2 In the case of non-rising stem valves,
the length of the stem thread in contact with the
wedge shall be at least equal to the outside
diameter of the thread when the valve is closed.
4.3.6 Backseat A backseat shall be provided in
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however, repacking while the valve is
pressurized is not recommended.
4.4 Discs and Seat Rings
4.4.1 Discs and Seat Rings for Bronze Gate
Valves
4.4.1.1 Solid-wedge discs shall be of one-piece
construction with disc guides. The stem
chamber of the NRS discs shall be open at the
bottom for proper drainage.
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4.4.1.2 Split wedge and parallel seat discs
(double disc) shall be designed so, that on
reaching the point of closure, thrust from the
stem will cause the disc to seat.
4.4.1.3 All discs shall have machined seating-
surfaces and shall be securely attached to the
stem in all operating positions.
4.4.1.4 Seats may have expanded-in,
threaded-in, or otherwise renewable seat-rings
or may be cast integral with the body at the
manufacturer's option.
4.4.2 Discs and Seat Rings for Bronze Globe
and Angle Valves
4.4.2.1 Discs or disc holders shall be fastened
securely to the end of the stem in such a manner
as to allow these parts to swivel freely. Valve
Types 1 and 2 in sizes 1/2 (DN 15) and smaller,
may have the disc or disc holder formed on the
end of the stem. Discs, plugs, or disc holders of
the slip-on type shall be adequately guided for
self-centering and shall be so constructed, in
relation to body and bonnet, that when the valve
is fully opened, they will not slip off the stem.
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Disc holders for Type 2 Valves shall be
designed to contain the periphery of the non-
metallic disc in position.
4.4.2.2 The seat may have an expanded-in,
threaded-in, or otherwise renewable seat ring,
or may be cast integral with the body at the
manufacturer's option.
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4.4.3 Discs and Seats for Bronze Check Valves
4.4.3.1 Bronze check valves, Types 1 and 2,
shall have the disc or disc holder substantially
guided to ensure proper seating.
4.4.3.2 Bronze check valves, Types 3 and 4,
shall have disc and disc holder fastened
securely to the hanger or hinge. The connection
shall allow sufficient freedom so that the disc
will properly seat by gravity. The joint shall
swivel freely to allow uniform wear, except that
disc or disc holders and hanger may be integral
in Class 125 valves.
4.4.3.3 Disc holders for bronze check valves,
Types 2 and 4, shall be designed to hold and
support the non-metallic disc.
4.4.3.4 The seat may have an expanded-in,
threaded-in, or otherwise renewable seat ring,
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4.5 Stems for Bronze Gate Valves, and
Bronze Globe and Angle Valves
Stems shall be threaded with either Acme form
threads or 60° truncated "V" threads, so that the
valve will be opened when the handwheel is
rotated counter-clockwise. The handwheel end
of the stem shall be a tapered square with its
greatest diagonal equal approximately to the
diameter of the stem or it may be of the splined
or serrated design of equal strength. A threaded
extension shall be provided to accommodate a
handwheel nut.
The handwheel nut may be brass or, if made of
steel, it shall have a corrosion protective
plating. The diameter of that portion of the stem
passing through the packing shall not be less
than shown in Tables 4 (Table X1-4) and 5
(Table X1-5).
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4.6 Packing Box and Packing Nut for Bronze
Gate Valves and Bronze Globe and Angle
Valves
4.6.1 Packing box for Class 125 (PN20) valves may
be of gland-follower type or packing-nut type.
Packing boxes for all other valves, sizes greater than
1/2 inch (DN15), shall be of the gland-follower type.
The length of packing in contact with the stem shall
be at least one diameter of the stem passing through
it. The thread of the packing nut shall be of sufficient
length to enable the nut to be threaded on to the
packing box or bonnet at least two full threads,
when the full amount of packing is in place, and the
length of thread engagement between the packing
box or bonnet and the packing nut shall be sufficient
for full travel of the gland.
4.6.2 Stem Packing - Stem packing shall be braided,
twisted, or formed ring type made from non-
asbestos material, suitable for the pressure-
temperature ratings of the valve.
4.7 Handwheels for Bronze Gate, Globe, and
Angle Valves
Handwheels smaller than 6 inches (152mm) in
diameter shall be of the non-heat design with a
raised rim to protect the hands. Handwheels 6 inch
(152mm) in diameter and larger, may be of the plain
rim type marked to show the direction of opening.
The diameter of the handwheel shall not be less than
shown in Tables 6 (Table X1-6) and 7 (Table X1-7).
All handwheels shall have at least three spokes.
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TABLE 4 Bronze Gate Valves – Diameter of Stem

DIAMETER OF STEM – MINIMUM

Nominal CLASS
Valve 125 150 200 300 & 350
Size Inches Inches Inches Inches
1/4 0.25 0.29 0.31 0.31
3/8 0.28 0.29 0.31 0.31
1/2 0.31 0.31 0.34 0.34
3/4 0.35 0.35 0.38 0.38
1 0.39 0.40 0.40 0.40
1-1/4 0.42 0.43 0.44 0.44
1-1/2 0.48 0.48 0.50 0.50
2 0.53 0.53 0.53 0.53
2-1/2 0.59 0.59 0.61 0.61
3 0.67 0.67 0.70 0.70

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TABLE 5 Bronze Globe and Angle Valves – Diameter of Stem

DIAMETER OF STEM – MINIMUM

Nominal CLASS
Valve 125 150 200 300 & 350
Size Inches Inches Inches Inches
1/4 0.24 0.28 0.28 0.28
3/8 0.28 0.28 0.28 0.28
1/2 0.31 0.35 0.35 0.35
3/4 0.35 0.39 0.40 0.40
1 0.39 0.42 0.44 0.44
1-1/4 0.42 0.49 0.50 0.50
1-1/2 0.49 0.53 0.53 0.53
2 0.53 0.59 0.62 0.62
2-1/2 0.59 0.67 0.67 0.67
3 0.67 0.75 0.75 0.75
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TABLE 6 Bronze Gate Valves – Diameter of Handwheel

DIAMETER OF HANDWHEEL – MINIMUM

Nominal CLASS
Valve 125 150 200 300 & 350
Size Inches Inches Inches Inches
1/4 1.62 1.75 2.00 2.00
3/8 1.62 1.75 2.00 2.00
1/2 1.88 2.00 2.25 2.25
3/4 2.25 2.50 2.50 2.50
1 2.62 2.62 2.75 2.75
1-1/4 3.00 3.00 3.25 3.25
1-1/2 3.25 3.50 3.62 3.62
2 3.62 4.00 4.00 4.00
2-1/2 4.38 4.62 4.62 4.62
3 5.00 5.00 5.50 5.50
When irregular handwheels are furnished, the largest dimension of the shape shall be considered the
handwheel diameter.

TABLE 7 Bronze Globe and Angle Valves – Diameter of Handwheel

DIAMETER OF HANDWHEEL – MINIMUM

Nominal CLASS
Valve 125 150 200 300 & 350
Size Inches Inches Inches Inches
1/4 1.50 1.75 1.75 1.75
3/8 1.75 2.00 2.00 2.00
1/2 2.00 2.25 2.50 2.50
3/4 2.50 2.62 2.75 2.75
1 2.75 3.00 3.00 3.00
1-1/4 3.00 3.50 3.50 3.50
1-1/2 3.50 3.75 4.00 4.00
2 4.00 4.38 4.75 4.75
2-1/2 4.75 5.00 5.38 5.38
3 5.38 5.75 6.00 6.00
When irregular handwheels are furnished, the largest dimension of the shape shall be considered the
handwheel diameter.
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5. MARKINGS 7 INSPECTION AND TESTING

5.1 All valves shall be marked in accordance
with the requirements of MSS SP-25.
5.2 All bronze check valve bodies shall be
marked to indicate the direction of flow by
means of an arrow cast on the valve body or the
word "in" or "inlet" cast or stamped on the inlet
end of the body.
6. TOLERANCE
6.1 Tolerance specified in the standards
referenced for dimensions shall be applied to
these valves.
7.1 Function - All valve parts shall be made
within inspection limits to ensure ready inter-
changeability of parts.
7.2 Certification - Manufacturers shall be
prepared to certify that their products meet the
minimum requirements of this Standard
Practice.
7.3 Pressure Test
7.3.1 Shell Test - Each valve assembly shall be
given a hydrostatic or pneumatic shell test as
specified in Tables 8 (Table X1-8) and 9 (Table
X1-9). No visible leakage is permitted in the
valve pressure boundary except at the stem
packing (when adjustable) or test connection
seals.

TABLE 8 Shell Test – Threaded and Solder-End Valves

SHELL TEST PRESSURE-MINIMUM

Air Water
Class CWP psi psi
125 200 80 300

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150 300 80 450
200 400 80 600
300 600 80 900
(a)
300 1000 80 1500
350 1000 80 1500
(a)
See Table 1, Note e

TABLE 9 Shell Test – Flanged-End Valves

SHELL TEST PRESSURE-MINIMUM

Air Water
Class CWP psi psi
150 225 80 350
300 500 80 750

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7.3.2 Seat Test 7.3.2.2 Each check valve shall be given a

7.3.2.1 Each gate, globe, and angle valve shall
be given a hydrostatic or pneumatic seat-test as
specified in Tables 10 (Table X1-10) and 11
(Table X1-11). The maximum permissible
leakage rate shall be 10 ml of water per hour
per inch (25mm) of diameter of nominal valve
size or 0.1 ml of a standard cubic foot of air per
hour (50 standard ml of air per minute) per inch
(DN 25) of diameter of nominal valve size for
valves in sizes NPS 1 (DN 25) and larger. For
valves in sizes smaller than NPS 1 (DN 25), the
maximum permissible leakage rate shall be 10
ml of water per hour or 0.1 of a standard cubic
foot of air per hour (50 standard ml of air per
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hydrostatic or pneumatic seat test. The test
pressure shall be equal to 50 psi (345 kPa)
minimum. The pressure is to be applied at the
outlet side of the disc. The maximum permissible
leakage rate shall be 40 ml of water per hour per
inch (25mm) of diameter of nominal valve size
or 0.4 of a standard cubic foot of air per hour
(200 standard ml of air per minute) per inch
(25mm) of nominal valve size for valves in sizes
NPS 1 (DN 25) and larger. For valves in sizes
smaller than NPS 1 (DN 25), the maximum
permissible leakage rate shall be 40 ml of water
per hour or 0.4 of a standard cubic foot of air
per hour (200 standard ml of air per minute).
7.3.3 Alternate Test Methods

7.3.2.1.1 In the case of valves having a seat
closure member that uses a resilient material,
e.g., plastic or elastomer, for fluid sealing at
closure, there shall be no visible leakage for the
duration of the test.
Alternate test procedures may be substituted
when an established quality assurance program
provides equivalent results to the test
requirements of Sections 7.3.1 and 7.3.2.

TABLE 10 Seat Test – Threaded and Solder-End Valves

SEAT TEST PRESSURE-MINIMUM

Air Water
Class CWP psi psi
125 200 80 200
150 300 80 300
200 400 80 400
300 600 80 600
(a)
300 1000 80 1000
350 1000 80 1000
(a)
See Table 1, Note e

TABLE 11 Seat Test – Flanged-End Valves

SEAT TEST PRESSURE-MINIMUM

Air Water
Class CWP psi psi
150 225 80 225
300 500 80 500

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ANNEX A
STRENGTH OF SOLDER JOINTS

This Annex is an integral part of this Standard Practice and is placed after the main text for convenience.

Extracted from American National Standard ASME B16.18.

The maximum recommended pressure-temperature limitations for solder joints made with copper tube and cast
copper alloy fittings, using representative commercial solders, are listed in the table below.

NOTE: For working temperatures, in the 0°F to -20°F range, it is recommended that a joint material melting at
or above 1000°F be employed. (c)

CAUTION: When solder joint valves are used, the rating will be the lowest value of Table 1 (Table X1-1) or Table
A1 (Table X1-2). Also refer to Section 2.4.

TABLE A1 Pressure-Temperature Limitations

Working Maximum
Temperature Working Pressure

Joining Size 1/4 thru 1(a) Size 1 1/4 thru 2 (a) Size 2 1/2 thru 3 (a)
(d)
Material °F psi psi psi
100 500 400 300
95-5 150 400 350 275
Tin-Antimony 200 300 250 200
Solder (b) 250 200 175 150

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Pressure-temperature ratings consistent with the materials and
Melting at or above
procedures employed
1000°F

NOTES:
(a) Standard water tube sizes.
(b) ASTM B 32 Alloy Grade 95TA.
(c) These joining materials are defined as "brazing alloys" by the American Welding Society.
(d) The Safe Drinking Water Act Amendment of 1986 prohibits any solder with a lead content in excess of
0.2% for use on potable water systems.

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ANNEX B
Valve Types

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PART NAME PART NAME

1 HANDWHEEL NUT 1 HANDWHEEL NUT
2 IDENTIFICATION PLATE 2 IDENTIFICATION PLATE
3 HANDWHEEL 3 HANDWHEEL
4 STEM 4 STEM
5 PACKING NUT 5 PACKING NUT
6 GLAND 6 GLAND
7 PACKING 7 PACKING
8 PACKING BOX 8 STEM LOCKING RING
9 BONNET 9 BONNET
10 SOLID WEDGE 10 BODY
11 BODY 11 SOLID WEDGE

GATE VALVE Note: The valve sketches herein are for the purpose GATE VALVE
of illustration and nomenclature only. They do not
TYPE 1A represent any manufacturer's product
TYPE 1B

Figure B1 - Solid Wedge, Non-Rising Stem, Figure B2 - Solid Wedge, Non-Rising Stem,
External Stuffing Box Internal Retaining Nut
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PART NAME
1 HANDWHEEL NUT
2 IDENTIFICATION PLATE
3 HANDWHEEL
4 STEM
5 PACKING NUT
6 GLAND
7 PACKING
8 BONNET
9 SOLID WEDGE
10 BODY

GATE VALVE
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TYPE 2

Figure B3 - Solid Wedge, Inside Screw,

Rising Stem

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PART NAME
PART NAME 1 HANDWHEEL NUT
1 HANDWHEEL NUT 2 IDENTIFICATION PLATE
2 IDENTIFICATION PLATE 3 HANDWHEEL
3 HANDWHEEL 4 STEM
4 STEM 5 PACKING NUT
5 PACKING NUT 6 GLAND
6 GLAND 7 PACKING
7 PACKING 8 BONNET
8 BONNET 9 DOUBLE DISC
9 SPLIT WEDGE 10 DISC WEDGE
10 BODY 11 BODY

GATE VALVE Note: The valve sketches herein are for the purpose
of illustration and nomenclature only. They do not GATE VALVE
TYPE 3 represent any manufacturer's product TYPE 4

Figure B4 - Split Wedge, (Double Disc), Inside Figure B5 - Double Disc, Parallel Seat,
Screw, Rising Stem Inside Screw, Rising Stem

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STEM & DISC

1/4" - 1/2" VALVES

Note: The valve sketches herein are for the purpose

of illustration and nomenclature only. They do not
represent any manufacture's product.

PART NAME PART NAME

1 HANDWHEEL NUT 1 HANDWHEEL NUT
2 IDENTIFICATION PLATE 2 IDENTIFICATION PLATE

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3 HANDWHEEL 3 HANDWHEEL
4(a) STEM 4 STEM
5 PACKING NUT 5 PACKING NUT
6 GLAND 6 GLAND
7 PACKING 7 PACKING
8 BONNET 8 BONNET
9 UNION RING 9 DISC HOLDER
10 LOCK NUT 10 DISC
11(a) DISC 11 DISC PLATE (not shown)
12 BODY 12 DISC NUT
13 BODY
(a)
1/4" - 1/2" MAY HAVE INTEGRAL STEM

GLOBE AND ANGLE VALVES GLOBE AND ANGLE VALVES

TYPE 1 TYPE 2
Figure B6 - Metal Disc, Integral Seat Figure B7 - Non-Metal Disc, Integral
Seat

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1 HANDWHEEL NUT
2 IDENTIFICATION PLATE
3 HANDWHEEL
4 STEM
5 PACKING NUT
6 GLAND
7 PACKING
8 BONNET
9 UNION RING
10 LOCK NUT
Note: The valve sketches herein are for the purpose 11 PLUG DISC
of illustration and nomenclature only. They do not 12 SEAT RING
represent any manufacturer's product 13 BODY

GLOBE AND ANGLE VALVES

TYPE 3

Figure B8 - Metallic Disc, Removable Seat

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PART NAME
1 CAP
2 UNION RING
3 DISC
4 BODY

CHECK VALVE —TYPE 1

Figure B9 - Horizontal Lift Check, Metal to Metal Seat

Note: The valve sketches herein are for the purpose of illustration and
nomenclature only. They do not represent any manufacturer's product.

PART NAME
1 CAP
2 UNION RING
3 DISC
4 BODY

CHECK VALVE - TYPE 1

Figure B10 - Angle Lift Check, Metal to Metal Seat

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PART NAME PART NAME

1 CAP OR COVER 1 BODY
2 BODY 2 DISC HOLDER
3 DISC HOLDER 3 DISC
4 DISC 4 DISC GUIDE NUT
5 DISC GUIDE NUT 5 THREADED-IN HUB

Note: The valve sketches herein are for the purpose

of illustration and nomenclature only. They do not
represent any manufacturer's product

CHECK VALVE CHECK VALVE

TYPE 2 TYPE 2
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Figure B11 - Horizontal and Angle Lift Check Valve Figure B12 - Vertical Lift Check, Non-Metallic
Non-Metallic to Metal Seat to Metal Seat

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PART NAME
1 CAP
2 STOP PLUG
3 SIDE PLUGS
4 HANGER PIN
5 HANGER
6 RETAINING RING
7 WASHER
8 DISC
9 BODY (a)

(a)
Body of "Y" type
design also acceptable

CHECK VALVE
TYPE 3
Figure B13 - Swing Check, Metal to Metal Seat
Note: The valve sketches herein are for the purpose of illustration and
nomenclature only. They do not represent any manufacturer's product.

PART NAME
1 CAP
2 SIDE PLUGS
3 HANGER PIN
4 HANGER
5 DISC HOLDER
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6 DISC
7 HANGER NUT
8 DISC NUT
9 BODY (a)

(a)
Body of "Y" type
design also acceptable
CHECK VALVE
TYPE 4
Figure B14 - Swing Check, Non-Metallic to Metal Seat
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ANNEX C

Referenced Standards and Applicable Dates

This Annex is an Integral part of this Standard Practice and is placed after the main text for convenience.

ASME, ANSI/ASME, ANSI, ASME/ANSI

B1.20.1 – 1983 (R2001) Pipe Threads, General Purpose (Inch)
B16.18 – 2001 Cast Copper Alloy Solder-Joint Pressure Fittings
B16.24 – 2001 Cast Copper Alloy Pipe Flanges, Class 150, 300, 400, 600, 900, 1500,
and 2500, and Flanged Fittings, Class 150 and 300
ASME – 2004 Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section 1

ASTM Standard specification for:

A 494/A 494M – 05 Castings, Nickel and Nickel Alloy
B 16/B 16M – 05 Free-Cutting Brass Rod, Bar, and Shapes for Use in Screw Machines
B 21/B 21M – 06 Naval Brass Rod, Bar and Shapes
B 61 – 02 Steam or Valve Bronze Castings
B 62 – 02 Composition Bronze or Ounce Metal Castings
B 98/B 98M – 03 Copper-Silicon Alloy Rod, and Bar and Shapes
B 99/B 99M – 06 Copper-Silicon Alloy Wire for General Purposes
B 124/B 124M – 00 Copper and Copper Alloy Forging Rod, Bar and Shapes
B 140/B 140M – 01 Copper- Zinc, Lead (Red Brass or Hardware Bronze)
Rod, Bar, and Shapes
B 148-97 – 03je1 Aluminum-Bronze Sand Castings
B 150/B 150M – 03 Aluminum-Bronze Rod, Bar and Shapes
B 283 – 06 Copper and Copper-Alloy Die Forgings (Hot-Pressed)

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B 371/B 371M – 05 Copper-Zinc-Silicon Alloy Rod
B 584 – 06 Copper Alloy Sand Castings for General Applications
MSS
SP-6 – 2001 Standard Finishes for Contact Faces of Pipe Flanges and Connecting-End
Flanges of Valves and Fittings
SP-25 – 1998 Standard Marking System for Valves, Fittings, Flanges and Unions
Publications of the following organizations appear in the above list:
ASME ASME International
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ASTM ASTM International
100 Barr Harbor Drive, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959
MSS Manufacturers Standardization Society of the Valve and Fittings Industry, Inc.
127 Park Street, NE, Vienna, VA 22180-4602
Publications appearing above which have been approved as American National Standards

ANSI American National Standards Institute, Inc.

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APPENDIX XI

Metric References

This Appendix is supplementary and does not include mandatory requirements.

STRENGTH OF SOLDER AND BRAZE JOINTS

Extracted from American National Standard - ASME B16.18.

The maximum recommended pressure-temperature limitations for solder joints made with copper tube and cast
copper alloy fittings, using representative commercial solders, are listed below.

Note: For working temperatures, in the -18°C to -29°C range, it is recommended that a joint material melting
at or above 538°C be employed. (c)

CAUTION: When solder joint valves are used, these ratings will be the lowest value of Table XI-1 or
Table X1-2. Also refer to Section 2.4.

TABLE X1-1 Pressure -Temperature Limitations

Working Maximum
Temperature Working Pressure
Joining DN8 thru 25(a) DN32 thru 50(a) DN65 thru 80(a)
Material (d) °C kPa kPa kPa
38 3447 2758 2068
95-5
66 2758 2413 1896
Tin-Antimony
93 2068 1724 1379
Solder (b)
121 1379 1207 1034
Joining (c) Materials
Melting at or above Pressure-temperature ratings consistent with the materials and procedures employed
538°C

NOTES:
(a) Standard water tube sizes.
(b) ASTM B 32 Alloy Grade 95TA.
(c) These joining materials are defined as "brazing alloys" by the American Welding Society.
(d) The Safe Drinking Water Act Amendment of 1986 prohibits any solder with a lead content in excess of
0.2% for use on potable water systems.

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TABLE Xl-2 Pressure -Temperature Ratings

PRESSURE(c) - kPa
CLASS 125 150 200 300 350
PN 20 20 50
END THD THD FLG (b) THD THD (e) THD FLG (b) THD
CONN.
SOLDER(c) SOLDER(c) SOLDER(c) SOLDER(c) -
(a)
TEMP. MATERIAL
Deg. C ASTM B-62 ASTM B-61

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-29 To 66 1379 2068 1551 2758 6895 4137 3447 6895

93 1276 1862 1448 2586 6343 3861 3275 6343

121 1172 1655 1344 2413 5723 3620 3103 5723
149 1069 1448 1241 2231 5102 3378 2930 5171
177 965 1241 1138 2068 4482 3103 2758 4620
204 -- -- -- 1896 3861 2827 2586 4068
208 862 1034 1034 -- -- -- -- --
232 827(d) 1000(d) -- 1724 3310 2586 2413 3516
260 -- -- -- 1551 2689 2344 2241 2965
288 -- -- -- 1379 2068 2068 2068 2413

NOTES:
(a) For lower temperatures, See Section 2.5
(b) P-T Ratings - ASME B16.24
(c) Refer to Section 2.4 for safe P-T rating for solder joint systems.
(d) Some codes (I.E. - ASME BPVC, Section 1) Limit the rating temperatures of the indicated material
to 208°C.
(e) Alternate ratings for valve size DN 6 - DN 50 having threaded ends and union ring body-bonnet joints.

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TABLE XI-3 Minimum Length and Depth of Thread

B C

Length of Thread Depth of Thread Chamber (a)

DN
(minimum) (minimum)

mm mm
6 6.4 8.9
8 7.1 10.2
10 7.9 10.7
15 9.4 13.7
20 11.2 14.5
25 13.0 17.8
32 15.2 18.0
40 15.8 19.1
50 17.0 20.1
65 20.8 29.0
80 22.4 30.5

Note: (a) Distance parallel to axis from face of valve to nearest point of seat diaphragm wall.
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TABLE X1-4 Bronze Gate Valves - Diameter of Stem

DIAMETER OF STEM - MINIMUM, mm

PN (CLASS)
DN 20 20 50
(125) (150) (200) (300) (350)
mm mm mm mm mm
8 6.4 7.1 7.9 7.9 7.9
10 7.1 7.1 7.9 7.9 7.9
15 7.9 7.9 8.6 8.6 8.6
20 8.9 8.9 9.7 9.7 9.7
25 9.9 10.2 10.2 10.2 10.2
32 10.7 10.9 11.2 11.2 11.2
40 12.2 12.2 12.7 12.7 12.7
50 13.5 13.5 13.5 13.5 13.5
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65 15.0 15.0 15.5 15.5 15.5

80 17.0 17.0 17.8 17.8 17.8

TABLE X1-5 Bronze Globe and Angle Valves - Diameter of Stem

DIAMETER OF STEM - MINIMUM, mm

PN (CLASS)
DN 20 20 50
(125) (150) (200) (300) (350)
mm mm mm mm mm
8 6.1 7.1 7.1 7.1 7.1
10 7.1 7.1 7.1 7.1 7.1
15 7.9 8.9 8.4 8.4 8.4
20 8.9 9.9 10.2 10.2 10.2
25 9.9 10.9 11.2 11.2 11.2
32 10.7 12.5 12.7 12.7 12.7
40 12.5 13.5 13.5 13.5 13.5
50 13.5 15.0 15.8 15.8 15.8
65 15.0 17.0 17.0 17.0 17.0
80 17.0 19.0 19.1 19.1 19.1

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TABLE Xl-6 Bronze Gate Valves - Diameter of Handwheel

DIAMETER OF HANDWHEEL - MINIMUM, mm

PN (CLASS)
DN 20 20 50
(125) (150) (200) (300) (350)
mm mm mm mm mm
8 41.2 44.5 50.8 50.8 50.8
10 41.2 44.5 50.8 50.8 50.8
15 47.8 50.8 57.2 57.2 57.2
20 57.2 63.5 63.5 63.5 63.5
25 66.6 66.6 69.9 69.9 69.9
32 76.2 76.2 82.6 82.6 82.6
40 82.6 88.9 92.0 92.0 92.0
50 92.0 101.6 101.6 101.6 101.6
65 111.3 117.4 117.4 117.4 117.4
80 127.0 127.0 139.7 139.7 139.7
When irregular handwheels are furnished, the largest dimension of the shape shall be considered the handwheel
diameter.

TABLE Xl-7 Bronze Globe and Angle Valves - Diameter of Handwheel

DIAMETER OF HANDWHEEL - MINIMUM, mm

PN (CLASS)
DN 20 20 50
(125) (150) (200) (300) (350)

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8 38.1 44.5 44.5 44.5 44.5
10 44.5 50.8 50.8 50.8 50.8
15 50.8 57.2 63.5 63.5 63.5
20 63.5 66.6 69.9 69.9 69.9
25 69.9 76.2 76.2 76.2 76.2
32 76.2 88.9 88.9 88.9 88.9
40 88.9 95.3 101.6 101.6 101.6
50 101.6 111.3 120.7 120.7 120.7

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65 120.7 127.0 136.7 136.7 136.7
80 136.7 146.1 152.4 152.4 152.4
When irregular handwheels are furnished, the largest dimension of the shape shall be considered the handwheel
diameter.

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TABLE Xl-8 Shell Test - Threaded and Solder End Valves

SHELL TEST PRESSURE - MINIMUM

Pressure
Air Water
Class PN kPa kPa
125 20 552.0 2068.0
150 20 552.0 3103.0
200 -- 552.0 4137.0
300 50 552.0 6205.0
300 (a) 50 552.0 10342.0
350 -- 552.0 10342.0
(a)
See Table X1-2, Note (e)

TABLE Xl-9 Shell Test - Flanged End Valves

SHELL TEST PRESSURE - MINIMUM

Pressure
Air Water
Class PN kPa kPa
150 20 552.0 2413.0
300 50 552.0 5171.0

TABLE Xl-10 Seat Test - Threaded and Solder End Valves

SHELL TEST PRESSURE - MINIMUM

Pressure
Air Water
Class PN kPa kPa
125 20 552.0 1379.0
150 20 552.0 2068.0
200 -- 552.0 2758.o
300 50 552.0 4137.0
300 (a) 50 552.0 6895.0
350 -- 552.0 6895.0
(a)
See Table X1-1, Note (c)

TABLE X1-11 Seat Test - Flanged End Valves

SHELL TEST PRESSURE - MINIMUM

Pressure
Air Water
Class PN kPa kPa
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150 20 552.0 1551.0

300 50 552.0 3447.0

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SP-6-2007 Standard Finishes for Contact Faces of Pipe Flanges and Connecting-End Flanges of Valves and Fittings
SP-9-2008 Spot Facing for Bronze, Iron and Steel Flanges
SP-25-2008 Standard Marking System for Valves, Fittings, Flanges and Unions
SP-42-2004 Class 150 Corrosion Resistant Gate, Glove, Angle and Check Valves with Flanged and Butt Weld Ends
SP-43-2008 Wrought and Fabricated Butt-Welding Fittings for Low Pressure, Corrosion Resistant Applications
SP-44-2006 Steel Pipeline Flanges
SP-45-2003 (R 08) Bypass and Drain Connections
SP-51-2007 Class 150LW Corrosion Resistant Flanges and Cast Flanged Fittings
SP-53-1999 (R 07) Quality Standard for Steel Castings and Forgings for Valves, Flanges and Fittings and Other Piping Components - Magnetic Particle
Examination Method
SP-54-1999 (R 07) Quality Standard for Steel Castings for Valves, Flanges, and Fittings and Other Piping Components - Radiographic Examination Method
SP-55-2006 Quality Standard for Steel Castings for Valves, Flanges and Fittings and Other Piping Components - Visual Method for Evaluation of
Surface Irregularities
SP-58-2002 Pipe Hangers and Supports - Materials, Design and Manufacture
SP-60-2004 Connecting Flange Joint Between Tapping Sleeves and Tapping Valves
SP-61-2003 Pressure Testing of Steel Valves
SP-65-2008 High Pressure Chemical Industry Flanges and Threaded Stubs for Use with Lens Gaskets
SP-67-2002a Butterfly Valves
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SP-68-1997 (R 04) High Pressure Butterfly Valves with Offset Design

SP-69-2003 Pipe Hangers and Supports - Selection and Application (ANSI/MSS Edition)
SP-70-2006 Gray Iron Gate Valves, Flanged and Threaded Ends
SP-71-2005 Gray Iron Swing Check Valves, Flanged and Threaded Ends
SP-72-1999 Ball Valves with Flanged or Butt-welding Ends for General Service
SP-75-2004 Specification for High Test Wrought Butt Welding Fittings
SP-77-1995 (R 00) Guidelines for Pipe Support Contractual Relationships
SP-78-2005a Gray Iron Plug Valves, Flanged and Threaded Ends
SP-79-2004 Socket-Welding Reducer Inserts
SP-80-2008 Bronze Gate, Globe, Angle and Check Valves
SP-81-2006a Stainless Steel, Bonnetless, Flanged, Knife Gate Valves
SP-83-2006 Class 3000 Steel Pipe Unions, Socket-Welding and Threaded
SP-85-2002 Gray Iron Globe & Angle Valves, Flanged and Threaded Ends
SP-86-2002 Guidelines for Metric Data in Standards for Valves, Flanges, Fittings and Actuators
SP-88-1993 (R 01) Diaphragm Valves
SP-89-2003 Pipe Hangers and Supports - Fabrication and Installation Practices
SP-90-2000 Guidelines on Terminology for Pipe Hangers and Supports
SP-91-1992 (R 96) Guidelines for Manual Operation of Valves
SP-92-1999 MSS Valve User Guide
SP-93-1999 (R 04) Quality Standard for Steel Castings and Forgings for Valves, Flanges, and Fittings and Other Piping Components - Liquid Penetrant
Examination Method
SP-94-1999 (R 04) Quality Std for Ferritic and Martensitic Steel Castings for Valves, Flanges, and Fittings and Other Piping Components - Ultrasonic
Examination Method
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SP-95-2006 Swage(d) Nipples and Bull Plugs

SP-96-2001 (R 05) Guidelines on Terminology for Valves and Fittings
SP-97-2006 Integrally Reinforced Forged Branch Outlet Fittings - Socket Welding, Threaded and Buttwelding Ends
SP-98-2001 (R 05) Protective Coatings for the Interior of Valves, Hydrants, and Fittings
SP-99-1994 (R 05) Instrument Valves
SP-100-2002 Qualification Requirements for Elastomer Diaphragms for Nuclear Service Diaphragm Valves
SP-101-1989 (R 01) Part-Turn Valve Actuator Attachment - Flange and Driving Component Dimensions and Performance Characteristics
SP-102-1989 (R 01) Multi-Turn Valve Actuator Attachment - Flange and Driving Component Dimensions and Performance Characteristics
SP-104-2003 Wrought Copper Solder Joint Pressure Fittings
SP-105-1996 (R 05) Instrument Valves for Code Applications
SP-106-2003 Cast Copper Alloy Flanges and Flanged Fittings, Class 125, 150 and 300
SP-108-2002 Resilient-Seated Cast-Iron Eccentric Plug Valves
SP-109-1997 (R 06) Welded Fabricated Copper Solder Joint Pressure Fittings
SP-110-1996 Ball Valves Threaded, Socket-Welding, Solder Joint, Grooved and Flared Ends
SP-111-2001 (R 05) Gray-Iron and Ductile-Iron Tapping Sleeves
SP-112-1999 (R 04) Quality Standard for Evaluation of Cast Surface Finishes -Visual and Tactile Method. This SP must be sold with a 10-surface, three
Dimensional Cast Surface Comparator, which is a necessary part of the Standard. Additional Comparators may be sold separately.
SP-113-2001 (R 07) Connecting Joint between Tapping Machines and Tapping Valves
SP-114-2007 Corrosion Resistant Pipe Fittings Threaded and Socket Welding, Class 150 and 1000
SP-115-2006 Excess Flow Valves, 1 1/4 NPS and Smaller, for Fuel Gas Service
SP-116-2003 Service Line Valves and Fittings for Drinking Water Systems
SP-117-2006 Bellows Seals for Globe and Gate Valves
SP-118-2007 Compact Steel Globe & Check Valves - Flanged, Flangeless, Threaded & Welding Ends (Chemical & Petroleum Refinery Service)
SP-119-2003 Factory-Made Belled End Socket Welding Fittings
SP-120-2006 Flexible Graphite Packing System for Rising Stem Steel Valves (Design Requirements)
SP-121-2006 Qualification Testing Methods for Stem Packing for Rising Stem Steel Valves
SP-122-2005 Plastic Industrial Ball Valves
SP-123-1998 (R 06) Non-Ferrous Threaded and Solder-Joint Unions for Use with Copper Water Tube
SP-124-2001 Fabricated Tapping Sleeves
SP-125-2000 Gray Iron and Ductile Iron In-Line, Spring-Loaded, Center-Guided Check Valves
SP-126-2007 Steel In-Line Spring-Assisted Center Guided Check Valves
SP-127-2001 Bracing for Piping Systems Seismic-Wind-Dynamic Design, Selection, Application
SP-128-2006 Ductile Iron Gate Valves
SP-129-2003 (R 07) Copper-Nickel Socket-Welding Fittings and Unions
SP-130-2003 Bellows Seals for Instrument Valves
SP-131-2004 Metallic Manually Operated Gas Distribution Valves
SP-132-2004 Compression Packing Systems for Instrument Valves
SP-133-2005 Excess Flow Valves for Low Pressure Fuel Gas Appliances
SP-134-2006a Valves for Cryogenic Service Including Requirements for Body/Bonnet Extensions
SP-135-2006 High Pressure Steel Knife Gate Valves
SP-136-2007 Ductile Iron Swing Check Valves
SP-137-2007 Quality Standard for Positive Material Identification of Metal Valves, Flanges, Fittings, and Other Piping Components
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