Designation: D3350 14

Standard Specification for

Polyethylene Plastics Pipe and Fittings Materials1
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D3350; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon () indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.

1. Scope* D790 Test Methods for Flexural Properties of Unreinforced

1.1 This specification covers the identification of polyeth- and Reinforced Plastics and Electrical Insulating Materi-

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ylene plastic pipe and fittings materials in accordance with a als
cell classification system. It is not the function of this specifi- D792 Test Methods for Density and Specific Gravity (Rela-
cation to provide specific engineering data for design purposes, tive Density) of Plastics by Displacement
to specify manufacturing tolerances, or to determine suitability D883 Terminology Relating to Plastics
for use for a specific application. D1238 Test Method for Melt Flow Rates of Thermoplastics
by Extrusion Plastometer
1.2 Polyethylene plastic materials, being thermoplastic, are D1248 Specification for Polyethylene Plastics Extrusion
reprocessable and recyclable (Note 2). This specification al- Materials for Wire and Cable
lows for the use of those polyethylene materials, provided that D1505 Test Method for Density of Plastics by the Density-
all specific requirements of this specification are met. Gradient Technique
NOTE 1The notes in this specification are for information only and D1603 Test Method for Carbon Black Content in Olefin
shall not be considered part of this specification. Plastics
NOTE 2See Guide D5033 for information and definitions related to D1693 Test Method for Environmental Stress-Cracking of
recycled plastics.
Ethylene Plastics
1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as D1898 Practice for Sampling of Plastics (Withdrawn 1998)3
standard. D2837 Test Method for Obtaining Hydrostatic Design Basis
1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the for Thermoplastic Pipe Materials or Pressure Design Basis
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the for Thermoplastic Pipe Products
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro- D2839 Practice for Use of a Melt Index Strand for Deter-
priate safety and health practices and determine the applica- mining Density of Polyethylene
bility of regulatory limitations prior to use. D3035 Specification for Polyethylene (PE) Plastic Pipe (DR-
PR) Based on Controlled Outside Diameter
NOTE 3There is no known ISO equivalent to this standard.
D3892 Practice for Packaging/Packing of Plastics
1.5 For information regarding molding and extrusion mate- D4218 Test Method for Determination of Carbon Black
rials see Specification D4976. For information regarding wire Content in Polyethylene Compounds By the Muffle-
and cable materials see Specification D1248. Furnace Technique
D4703 Practice for Compression Molding Thermoplastic
2. Referenced Documents
Materials into Test Specimens, Plaques, or Sheets
2.1 ASTM Standards:2 D4883 Test Method for Density of Polyethylene by the
D618 Practice for Conditioning Plastics for Testing Ultrasound Technique
D638 Test Method for Tensile Properties of Plastics D4976 Specification for Polyethylene Plastics Molding and
D746 Test Method for Brittleness Temperature of Plastics Extrusion Materials
and Elastomers by Impact D5033 Guide for Development of ASTM Standards Relating
to Recycling and Use of Recycled Plastics (Withdrawn
1
This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee D20 on 2007)3
Plastics and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee D20.15 on Thermoplastic F1473 Test Method for Notch Tensile Test to Measure the
Materials. Resistance to Slow Crack Growth of Polyethylene Pipes
Current edition approved Nov. 1, 2014. Published December 2014. Originally
approved in 1974. Last previous edition approved in 2012 as D3350 121. DOI:
and Resins
10.1520/D3350-14. F2263 Test Method for Evaluating the Oxidative Resistance
2
For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or
contact ASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM
3
Standards volume information, refer to the standards Document Summary page on The last approved version of this historical standard is referenced on
the ASTM website. www.astm.org.

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of Polyethylene (PE) Pipe to Chlorinated Water Type I (0.910 to 0.925) = Low Density
Type II (0.926 to 0.940) = Medium Density
2.2 ISO Standard: Type III (0.941 to 0.965) = High Density
ISO 12162 Thermoplastic Materials for Pipes and Fittings
NOTE 5The manner in which materials are identified in the cell
for Pressure ApplicationsClassification and classification is illustrated for Class PE233424B as follows (refer also to
DesignationOverall Service (Design) Coefficient Table 1 and 6.2):
Class
3. Terminology 2 3 3 4 2 4 B
3
Density (0.9260.940 g/cm )
3.1 Definitions: Melt Index (<0.40.15)
3.1.1 Terms as described in Terminology D883 shall apply Flexural Modulus (276<552 MPa)
Tensile Strength at yield
in this specification. (21<24 MPa (3000<3500 psi))
3.1.2 polyethylene plasticsas defined by this specification, Slow Crack Growth Resistance
plastics or resins prepared by the polymerization of no less than I. ESCR D1693
Condition B, 24 h, 50% max failure
85 % ethylene and no less than 95 % of total olefins with II. PENT F1473
additional compounding ingredients. Average 1 h failure
Hydrostatic design basis at 23C
3.2 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard: (11.03 MPa (1600 psi))
3.2.1 materialspolyethylene (PE) resins with the added Color and UV stabilizer (colored)
compounding ingredients.
4.2 Materials used in polyethylene plastic pipe and fittings
3.2.2 PE compoundshas the same meaning as PE plastics
shall use a cell-type format for the identification, close
materials, compounds, and plastics.
characterization, and specification of material properties. The
3.3 Historical usage and user group conventions have re- information from the format is to be used alone or in
sulted in inconsistent terminology used to categorize and combination.
describe polyethylene resins and compounds. The following
NOTE 6This type format, however, is subject to possible misapplica-
terminology is in use in ASTM specifications pertaining to tion since unobtainable property combinations can be selected if the user
polyethylene: is not familiar with commercially available materials. The manufacturer
3.3.1 Specification D1248: should be consulted. Additionally, the appropriate ASTM standard speci-
3.3.1.1 Type (0, I, II, III, IV) = density ranges (same, fication should be reviewed to assure materials utilized will meet all the
respectively, as Class in Specification D4976). material and piping requirements as specified in the standard.
3.3.1.2 Class (A, B, C, D) = composition and use. 4.3 GradeA code for polyethylene pipe and fittings ma-
3.3.1.3 Category (1, 2, 3, 4, 5) = melt index ranges (same as terials that consists of the two letter abbreviation for polyeth-
Grade in Specification D4976). ylene (PE) followed by two numbers that designate the density
3.3.1.4 Grade (E, J, D, or W followed by one or two digits) cell (Property 1) and the slow crack growth resistance cell
= specific requirements from tables. (Property 5), as defined by either Test Method F1473 or Test
3.3.2 Specification D3350: Method D1693, of the thermoplastic, as specified in Table 1.
3.3.2.1 Type (I, II, III) = density ranges (same as Types I, II, For the requirements of Property 5 (slow crack growth
and III in Specification D1248 and Classes 1, 2, and 3 in resistance), consult the materials section of the appropriate
Specification D4976). ASTM standard specification for the end-use application.
3.3.2.2 Class = a line callout system consisting of PE NOTE 7Grade designations were adapted from Specification
followed by six cell numbers from Table 1 plus a letter (A, B, D1248 84 prior to the removal of pipe material from D1248 - 84.
C, D, E) denoting color and UV stabilizer. Former Specification D1248 84 grades for PE pipe materials were P14,
3.3.2.3 Grade = simplified line callout system using PE P23, P24, P33, and P34. Equivalent Specification D3350 grade designa-
tions for these materials are PE11, PE20, PE23, PE30, and PE33,
followed by density and slow crack growth cell numbers from respectively.
Table 1.
3.3.3 Specification D4976: 5. Materials and Manufacture
3.3.3.1 Group (1, 2) = branched or linear polyethylene. 5.1 The molding and extrusion material shall be polyethyl-
3.3.3.2 Class (0, 1, 2, 3, 4) = density ranges (same, ene plastic in the form of powder, granules, or pellets.
respectively, as Type in Specification D1248). 5.2 The molding and extrusion materials shall be as uniform
3.3.3.3 Grade (1, 2, 3, 4, 5) = melt index ranges (same as in composition and size and as free of contamination as is
Category in Specification D1248). achieved by good manufacturing practice. If necessary, the
level of contamination may be agreed upon between the
4. Classification manufacturer and the purchaser.
4.1 Polyethylene plastic pipe and fittings compounds are 5.3 When specified, the color and translucence of molded or
classified in accordance with density, melt index, flexural extruded pieces formed, under the conditions specified by the
modulus, tensile strength at yield, slow crack growth manufacturer of the materials, shall be comparable within
resistance, and hydrostatic strength classification in Table 1. commercial match tolerances to the color and translucence of
NOTE 4It has been a long-standing practice to use the following terms standard samples supplied in advance by the manufacturer of
in describing polyethylene plastics: the material.
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TABLE 1 Primary PropertiesA Cell Classification Limits
Test
Property 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Method
1. Density, g/cm3 D1505 Unspecified 0.925 or >0.925- >0.940- >0.947- >0.955 ... Specify
lower 0.940 0.947 0.955 Value

2. Melt index D1238 Unspecified >1.0 1.0 to <0.4 to <0.15B C

Specify
0.4 0.15 Value

3. Flexural D790 Unspecified <138 138- 276- 552- 758- >1103 Specify
modulus, MPa (psi) (<20 000) <276 <552 <758 <1103 (>160 000) Value
(20 000 to (40 000 to (80 000 to (110 000 to
<40 000) 80 000) 110 000) <160 000)

4. Tensile strength D638 Unspecified <15 15-<18 18-<21 21-<24 24-<28 >28 Specify
at yield, MPa (psi) (<2200) (2200- (2600- (3000- (3500- (>4000) Value
<2600) <3000) <3500) <4000)

5. Slow Crack
Growth Resistance
I. ESCR D1693 Unspecified
a. Test condition A B C C ... ... ... Specify
(100% Igepal.)D Value
b. Test duration, h 48 24 192 600
c. Failure, max, % Unspecified 50 50 20 20
II. PENT (hours) F1473
Molded plaque, Unspecified ... ... ... 10 30 100 500 Specify
80C, 2.4 MPa Value
Notch depth, Unspecified
F1473, Table 1

6. Hydrostatic Strength
Classification
I. Hydrostatic design D2837 NPRE 5.52 6.89 8.62 11.03 ... ...
basis, MPa (psi), (23C) (800) (1000) (1250) (1600)
II. Minimum required ISO 12162 ... ... ... ... ... 8 10
strength, MPa (psi), (20C) (1160) (1450)
A
Compliance with physical properties in accordance with Section 8 is required including requirements for cell classification, color, and ultraviolet (UV) stabilizer, thermal
stability, brittleness temperature, density, tensile strength at yield, and elongation at break.
B
Refer to 10.1.4.1.
C
Refer to 10.1.4.2.
D
There are environmental concerns regarding the disposal of Nonylphenoxy poly(ethyleneoxy) ethanol (CAS 68412-54-4) for example, Igepal CO-630. Users are advised
to consult their supplier or local environmental office and follow the guidelines provided for the proper disposal of this chemical.
E
NPR = Not Pressure Rated.

6. Physical Properties 6.2.1 For PE compounds with a hydrostatic strength classi-

6.1 Cell ClassificationTest values for specimens of the PE fication cell class 0 (not pressure-rated), the carbon black
material prepared as specified in Section 9 and tested in content shall be in the range of 2.0 % to 4.0 %.
accordance with Section 10 shall conform to the requirements 6.2.2 For PE compounds with a hydrostatic strength classi-
given in Table 1. A typical property value for a PE material is fication other than cell class 0, the carbon black content shall
to be the average value from testing numerous lots or batches be in the range of 2.0 % to 3.0 %.
and determines the cell number. When, due to manufacturing 6.3 Thermal StabilityThe PE material shall contain suffi-
tolerances and testing bias, individual lot or batch values fall cient antioxidant so that the minimum induction temperature
into the adjoining cell, the individual value shall not be shall be 220C when tested in accordance with 10.1.9.
considered acceptable unless the user, or both the user and the
producer, determine that the individual lot or batch is suitable 6.4 Brittleness TemperatureThe brittleness temperature
for its intended purpose. shall not be warmer than 60C when tested in accordance
with Test Method D746.
6.2 Color and Ultraviolet (UV) StabilizerThe color and
UV stabilization shall be indicated at the end of the cell 6.5 DensityThe density used to classify the material shall
classification by means of a letter designation in accordance be the density of the PE base resin (uncolored PE) determined
with the following code: in accordance with 10.1.3. When the average density of any lot
Code Letter Color and UV Stabilizer
or shipment falls within 60.002 g/cm3 of the nominal value, it
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A Natural shall be considered as conforming to the nominal value and to

B Colored all classifications based on the nominal value.
C Black with a carbon black in
the range as noted in 6.2.1 and 6.2.2 6.5.1 For black compounds, containing carbon black, deter-
D Natural with UV stabilizer mine the density, Dp, and calculate the resin density, Dr, as
E Colored with UV stabilizer follows:

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TABLE 2 Minimum Log Average Test Times for Oxidative satisfaction of the purchaser shall be required. One sample
Resistance Classification shall be sufficient for testing each batch or lot provided that the
90C (194F) Test Temperature average values for all of the tests made on that batch or lot
Test Stress 2.48 Test Stress 2.76 Test Stress 3.10
Categorization
MPa (360 psi) MPa (400 psi) MPa (450 psi)
comply with the specified requirements.
Time (h) Time (h) Time (h)
CC0 Unspecified Unspecified Unspecified 9. Specimen Preparation
CC1 2700 1900 1200
CC2 7400 5100 3400 9.1 Unless otherwise specified in Section 10, the test speci-
CC3 16 200 11 100 7400 mens shall be molded in accordance with Procedure C of
Annex A1 of Practice D4703.
9.2 When pipe or fitting test specimens are required, they
Dr 5 Dp 2 0.0044C
shall be extruded or molded in accordance with the specifica-
where: tions of the material manufacturer.
C = weight percent of carbon black.
10. Test Methods
6.5.2 For colored compounds, the nominal density of the
base resin shall be provided by the manufacturer, on request. 10.1 The properties enumerated in this specification shall be
determined in accordance with the following test methods:
6.6 Tensile Strength at YieldThe tensile strength at yield 10.1.1 ConditioningUnless otherwise specified in the test
used to classify the material shall be the tensile strength at yield methods or in this specification, for those tests where condi-
of the PE resin determined in accordance with 10.1.6. When tioning is required, condition the molded test specimens in
the average tensile strength at yield of any lot or shipment falls accordance with Procedure A of Practice D618.
within 63.45 MPa (6500 psi) of the nominal value, it shall be 10.1.2 Test ConditionsUnless otherwise specified in the
considered as conforming to the nominal value and to all test methods or in this specification, conduct tests at the
classifications based on the nominal value. standard laboratory temperature of 23 6 2C (73.4 6 3.6F).
6.7 Elongation at BreakAs tested in accordance with 10.1.3 DensityTest Method D1505 or alternative methods
10.1.6, all pressure rated materials shall have a minimum referenced in 2.1 (see D792, D2839, and D4883) providing
extension at break of 400 %. equivalent accuracy. Make duplicate determinations using two
separate portions of the same molding or from two moldings.
6.8 Oxidative Resistance Classification:
The molded specimen thickness portions shall be 1.9 6 0.2
6.8.1 The Oxidative Resistance Classification is a classifi-
mm (0.075 6 0.008 in.). Calculate the average value.
cation of a PE compounds resistance to the oxidative effects of
10.1.4 Melt IndexTest Method D1238, using Condition
chlorinated potable water. The classification is only for PE
190/2.16. Make duplicate determinations on the material in the
compounds intended for potable water pressure piping appli-
form of powder, granules, or pellets, and calculate the average;
cations as noted in the materials requirement section of the
no conditioning is required.
appropriate ASTM standard specification. In addition to the
10.1.4.1 For materials having a melt index less than 0.15
class specified in 3.3.2.2, the user shall specify an oxidative
(Cell 4), the manufacturer shall report a flow rate not greater
resistance requirement by appending the category designation
than 20 g/10 min and not less than 4.0 g/10 min when tested in
requirement (Table 2) to the line call out.
accordance with Test Method D1238, Condition 190/21.6.
6.8.2 The oxidative resistance time used to classify the PE
10.1.4.2 Classify materials having a melt index less than
compound shall be determined in accordance with 10.1.11 and
0.15 (Cell 4) as Cell 5 only if they have a flow rate not greater
be classified in accordance with Table 2.
than 4.0 g/10 min when tested in accordance with Test Method
7. Sampling D1238, Condition 190/21.6.
7.1 A batch or lot shall be considered as a unit of manufac- NOTE 9For materials having a melt index less than 0.40 to 0.15 g/10
ture and shall consist of one production run or as a blend of two min (Cell 3), the manufacturer may report a flow rate value when tested
in accordance with Test Method D1238, Condition 190/21.6. For non-
or more production runs of material. pressure applications, if agreed upon between the manufacturer and the
7.2 Unless otherwise agreed upon between the manufacturer purchaser, the manufacturer may report only the melt index.
and the purchaser, the material shall be sampled in accordance NOTE 10Flow rate is the general term used for all results obtained
with Test Method D1238. Although the flow rate of polyethylene plastics
with the procedure described in Sections 9 through 12 of may be measured under any of the conditions listed for it under 7.2 of Test
Practice D1898. Adequate statistical sampling prior to packag- Method D1238, only measurements made at Condition 190/2.16 may be
ing shall be considered an acceptable alternative. identified as Melt Index.
NOTE 8A sample taken from finished product may not necessarily 10.1.5 Flexural ModulusTest Methods D790, using
represent the original batch or lot. Method 1, Procedure B, and a 50-mm (2-in.) test span. Test five
specimens, each 3.2 by 12.7 mm (18 by 12 in.) flatwise at a
8. Number of Tests crosshead speed of 12.7 mm/min (0.5 in./min) and the average
8.1 The requirements identified by the material designation value of the secant modulus calculated at 2 % strain in the
and otherwise specified in the purchase order shall be verified outer fibers.
by tests made in accordance with 11.1. For routine inspection, 10.1.5.1 The deflection of the test specimen corresponding
only those tests necessary to identify the material to the to 2 % strain (0.02 mm/mm or in./in.) is calculated as follows:
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D 5 rL2 /6d scanning calorimeter (DSC).4 The directions of the instrument
manufacturer regarding calibration and operation shall be
where:
followed except when in conflict with other parts of this
D = deflection of the center of the beam test specimen at 2 % section.
strain, in.,
r = strain in the outer fibers = 0.02 mm/mm (0.02 in./in.), NOTE 12This test requires accurate temperature and atmosphere
L = test span = 50 mm (2 in.), and control on the DSC specimen compartment. The DSC manufacturers offer
d = specimen depth = 3.2 mm (18 in.). choices in cell configuration and temperature control parameters that may
affect this required control. For example, in some power compensation
10.1.5.2 The stress corresponding to 2 % strain is calculated DSCs, use of the two-hole platinum specimen holder lids with a special
flow-through swing-away block cover is required. Therefore, the user
as follows: may wish to consult equipment-specific literature and with the equipment
S 5 3 PL/2 bd2 manufacturer to optimize the operation of individual DSCs for this test.

where: 10.1.9.1 SpecimensPress small pieces of the pipe into

films 0.127 6 0.013 mm (0.0050 6 0.0005 in.) thick. Cut at
S = stress in the outer fiber at 2 % strain,
P = load corresponding to 2 % strain, N (lbf), least three disks 6.35 6 0.13 mm (0.250 6 0.005 in.) in
L = test span = 50 mm (2 in.), diameter from the film.
d = specimen depth = 3.2 mm (18 in.), and 10.1.9.2 ProcedurePlace the disk of film in a small
b = specimen width = 12.7 mm (12 in.). aluminum cup used in the DSC in a stretched condition, as
shown in Fig. 1(a). Place a small piece of indium (melting
The secant modulus at 2 % strain is the ratio of stress to point 156.6C) or anisic acid (melting point 183.0C) for a
strain or S/0.02. temperature reference standard contained in a similar cup (see
10.1.6 Tensile Strength at YieldThe tensile strength at Fig. 1(b)) in the reference position. Use an oxidized copper
yield and elongation at break shall be determined in accordance reference disk for black, filled, or dark brown test specimens
with Test Method D638. The speed of testing shall be 500 and an aluminum disk for natural or light pigmented polymers.
mm/min (20 in./min for materials in the density range from Place the specimen and reference standard cups in the instru-
0.910 to 0.925 g/cm3) and 50 mm/min (2 in./min for all others). ment which is preset at approximately 150C. The bottoms of
Specimens shall conform to the dimensions given for Type IV the cups shall be pressed and rubbed securely against the flat
in Test Method D638 with a thickness of 1.9 6 0.2 mm surface so as to ensure that thermal contact is made. Allow 5
(0.075 6 0.008 in.). Specimen shall be either die cut or min for the cups to reach thermal equilibrium. Begin the
machined. programmed heating at approximately 150C at a heating rate
10.1.7 Slow Crack Growth ResistanceOne method shall of 10.0C/min in static air. Test at least three film specimens
be used to classify this material property. from each sample and use the average value for the induction
10.1.7.1 Slow Crack Growth ResistanceThe materials temperature.
resistance shall meet the minimum requirement shown for the NOTE 13Since the indium standard may change with use, it should
appropriate cell classification when tested in accordance with not be used more than 30 times without confirming that no significant
Test Method D1693. change in melting point has occurred. This check can be made by
comparison with a fresh piece of indium.
10.1.7.2 Slow Crack Growth ResistanceThe average fail-
ure time from two test specimens shall meet the minimum 10.1.9.3 ResultsThe temperature change (T) or heat
requirement shown for the appropriate cell classification when absorption rate (J/s) in the specimen plotted against tempera-
tested in accordance with Test Method F1473. Test at least four ture shall produce a line with a clear rise in slope. The
specimens in case of a dispute. induction temperature (degradation onset) is the intersection of
10.1.8 Hydrostatic Strength ClassificationOne method the extended base line and a line tangent to the leading slope of
shall be used to classify this material property. the exothermic decomposition peak (see Fig. 2).
10.1.10 Carbon Black ContentTest Method D1603 or Test
10.1.8.1 Hydrostatic Design BasisDetermine the hydro-
Method D4218 shall be used. Make duplicate determinations
static design basis in accordance with Test Method D2837, on
from a sample of the material in the form of powder, granules,
pipe extruded from three different lots of material. Subject
or pellets.
specimens from one lot for at least 10 000 h. Terminate the
10.1.11 Oxidative Resistance TestTest specimens shall
tests on the two additional lots after 2000 h. The results from
consist of extruded 4-in. DR11 IPS pipe meeting the dimen-
each of the three lots shall be within the same or next higher
sional requirements of Specification D3035. All specimens
cell limits.
shall be from the same lot of pipe. Test a minimum of five (5)
NOTE 11For pressure application at elevated temperatures, the hy- specimens in accordance with Test Method F2263 at one of the
drostatic design basis should be determined at that temperature in temperature and stress combinations of Table 2.
accordance with Test Method D2837. The 100 000-h intercept should be
categorized in accordance with Table 1 of Test Method D2837. NOTE 14If a selected temperature/stress condition results in prema-
ture failures, testing may be conducted at a lower stress as shown in Table
10.1.8.2 Minimum Required StrengthDetermine the mini- 2.
mum required strength in accordance with ISO 12162.
10.1.9 Thermal StabilityTest specimens taken from pipe
or fittings made from the virgin material with a differential 4
Instruments are available from TA Instruments, Perkin-Elmer, and others.
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FIG. 1 Mounting Film Specimen in Cup

10.1.11.1 CalculationCalculate the log average test time 13.2 MarkingUnless otherwise agreed upon between the
using all failures and non-failures. All specimens shall have seller and the purchaser, shipping containers shall be marked
been tested at the same nominal test stress. Data from not less with the name of the material, identification in accordance with
than five specimens are required for compound classification. this specification, the lot or batch number and quantity con-
10.1.11.2 SignificanceTesting is only required to be per- tained therein, as defined by the contract or order under which
formed on representative pipe samples for the original valida- shipment is made, and the name of the manufacturer.
tion of a particular compound. 13.3 All packing, packaging, and marking provisions of
Practice D3892 shall apply to this specification.
11. Inspection
11.1 Inspection of the material shall be made as agreed upon
between the purchaser and the manufacturer as part of the
purchase contract.

12. Retest and Rejection

12.1 If any failure occurs, and when specified by the
manufacturer, the material shall be retested to establish con-
formity in accordance with the agreement between the pur-
chaser and the manufacturer.

13. Packaging and Marking

13.1 PackagingThe material shall be packaged in stan-
dard commercial containers, so constructed as to ensure
acceptance by common or other carriers for safe transportation
at the lowest rate to the point of delivery, unless otherwise
specified in the contract or order.

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FIG. 2 Typical DSC Plots

14. Keywords
14.1 cell classification system; pipe and fittings material;
polyethylene; recycled

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

Committee D20 has identified the location of selected changes to this standard since the last issue
(D3350 121) that may impact the use of this standard. (November 1, 2014)

(1) Revised 2.1with the addition of Specification D3035 and (3) Added 10.1.11.
Test Method F2263. (4) Added Table 2.
(2) Added 6.8.

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