PART 7 — PLUMBINGUpdated for the 2024 Ontario Building Code
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7.2.5.7.PVC Pipe and Fittings
(1) PVC water pipe, fittings and solvent cement shall
(a) conform to CSA B137.3, “Rigid Polyvinylchloride (PVC) pipe and fittings for pressure applications” or CSA
B137.2, “Polyvinylchloride (PVC) injection-moulded gasketed fittings for pressure applications,” and
(b) a pressure rating of not less than 1 100 kPa.
(2) PVC water pipe fittings shall conform to
(a) ASTM D2466, “Standard Specification for Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Plastic Pipe Fittings, Schedule 40,” or
(b) ASTM D2467, “Standard Specification for Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Plastic Pipe Fittings, Schedule 80.”
r1 (3) PVC water pipe and fittings in Sentences (1) and (2) shall not be used in a hot water system.
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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.