American Petroleum Institute

SPECIFICATION FOR THERMOPLASTIC LINE PIPE (PVC AND CPVC) SIXTH EDITION (WITHDRAWN)
 N SPEC 15LP

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Coverage. This specification covers poly (vinyl chloride) (PVC) and chlorinated poly (vinyl chloride) (CPVC) line pipe. Dimensions, materials, physical properties, and service factors are included.

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