PART 7 — PLUMBINGUpdated for the 2024 Ontario Building Code

7.2.5.4.Polyethylene Pipe and Fittings

(1) Polyethylene water pipe, tubing and fittings shall conform to, and have a pressure rating meeting the requirements of, Series 160 or a higher series of CSA B137.1, “Polyethylene (pe) pipe, tubing and fittings for cold water pressure services.” (2) Except as permitted in Sentence 7.2.5.6.(1), polyethylene water pipe shall not be used except for a water service pipe. (3) Butt fusion fittings for polyethylene pipe shall conform to ASTM D3261, “Standard Specification for Butt Heat Fusion Polyethylene (PE) Plastic Fittings for Polyethylene (PE) Plastic Pipe and Tubing.”

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Code text is reproduced for reference from the Ontario Building Code (O. Reg. 163/24, 2024 Building Code Compendium). This page is provided for general information and is not an official copy. Always verify requirements against the official Ontario Building Code and confirm with your local building department.