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VSH Fittings B.V.
P.O. box 498
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Tel +31 (0)35 688 42 11
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Carbon steel
Copper
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System handbook
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2
1 The XPress System
4
2 Technical data
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2.1 Areas of application
8
2.2 Tubes
15
2.3 Press fittings
29
2.4 Press tools
39
2.5 Installation guidelines
44
2.6 General application guidelines
51
2.7 Building-in
71
2.8 Corrosion
76
3 Certificates
87
4 Guarantee
92
5 Combination pressings
93
6 Product range
127
6.1 XPress stainless steel
127
6.2 XPress stainless steel GAS
161
6.3 XPress carbon steel
179
6.4 XPress copper
217
6.5 XPress copper GAS
251
6.6 XPress copper Solar
273
6.7 Tools
293
Disclaimer:
The technical data are not binding and not expressly warranted
characteristics of the goods. These are subject to change. Please
consult our General Conditions of Supply. Additional information is
available upon request. It is the Designer’s responsibility to select
products suitable for the intended service and to ensure that pressure
ratings and performance data is not exceeded. Always read and
understand the installation instructions. Never remove any piping
components nor correct or modify any piping deficiencies without first
depressurizing and draining the system.
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The advantages of the XPress System
1 The XPress System
VSH Fittings continuously strives to be a leading force within the
plumbing and heating industry and therefore provides the optimal
level of support to installers throughout the industry. An excellent
example of this is the XPress product range, which is comprised of
three pipe systems: stainless steel press fittings and tubes, carbon
steel press fittings and tubes (with and without a polypropylene
coating) and copper press fittings. All these fittings are manufactured
to incorporate the ‘M’ profile.
XPress System products are manufactured using unique and modern
machinery. A completely automated factory guarantees high quality
and safe products. All welded products undergo a leak test which
avoids any problems with installation procedures at a later date.
The concept of the XPress system is to offer a complete solution to
installers and with the added advantage of offering a greater level of
flexibility overall. The XPress System consists of fittings, tools and
tubes and under circumstances it is possible to utilise tubes from
other manufacturers*. Furthermore the Xpress fittings can be used in
conjunction with various brands of press tools**.
The XPress System offers a comprehensive and high quality range of
fittings, with the added benefit of an unusual level of flexibility when
selecting material and tools.
XPress System
* see chapter 2.1 **see pages 40-44
VSH Fittings
VSH Fittings B.V. was founded in the early 1930s in Hilversum, the
Netherlands. The activities of VSH Fittings B.V. cover the
development, production and sales of water, heating and gas piping
systems.
Over time the VSH product range has expanded as more and more
fittings and accessories such as stop, gas and check valves were
added to the range. Each time the deciding factor behind the product
development of VSH was quality and ease of use for the installer. VSH
can now offer you a complete range of brass compression, stainless,
copper and carbon steel press fittings.
The complete range of products is manufactured in Hilversum. We
have established a good reputation through innovation, manufacturing
of high quality products and a high level of service logistics. You can
buy our products via wholesalers, sister companies which are part of
Aalberts Industries and agencies.
In the last few years VSH has developed more and more into a market
oriented company. Customers’ wishes and needs are the starting
point for the development and marketing of new products. VSH
Fittings is part of the Aalberts Industries Group, Europe’s largest
fittings manufacturer with production and sales of several of the most
established products in the installations arena. VSH’s quality products
have been recognised within the European market for many years
now.
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Advantages of the improved M-profile:
• The O-ring bead is pressed perpendicularly into the tube. This results in a seamless transition between fitting and tube which prevents dust or dirt from entering into the O-ring bead of the fitting.
• The O-ring bead creates an extra mechanical connection between fitting and tube. • When pressed pressure is
applied to the O-ring bead from three angles which results in an extremely secure connection and a strong deformation of the O-ring bead.
• Due to the positioning of the O-ring at the beginning of the fitting the O-ring is highly visible to the installer. This results in a safer installation process as any damage or misplacement is immediately recognisable.
Advantages of XPress
• One of the most important advantages of the XPress System, is the connection of pipeline components without using a heat source. As a result of this there is no need for expensive insurance policies. The danger of fire damage is also excluded. • Compared with other “cold”
connection techniques, the use of XPress dispenses the need for complicated clamping techniques, long preparation and drying times which all lead to longer installation times.
• The quality of the connection is determined by the tool and not the operator. This guarantees constant quality and the connection can be visually checked.
• The simple and fast connection technology and the short preparation time for the tube result in further cost
savings. As the connection is only realized with the use of press tools, the need to purchase and store other materials such as gases, adhesives, threading machines, etc. becomes superfluous.
XPress pressfittings have the following technical advantages: • Excellent flow properties due
to laser-welded fittings. • No chances of leakage due to
a very accurate press profile (M-profile).
• Easy tube insertion due to the tolerances on the fittings and O-rings.
• Improved heat resistance due to the use of EPDM O-rings. The O-rings have a special
coating which makes tube insertion easier reducing the danger of damaging the O-ring during tube insertion
significantly.
Technical advantages:
• The XPress System is a light weight solution.
• XPress carbon steel tubes and fittings are protected against corrosion by a galvanized zinc layer, which is thermally applied (8-15 µm).
• Xpress carbon steel tubes are protected on the inside against internal corrosion by a thermally applied oil film. • XPress stainless steel tubes
are annealed for improved corrosion protection and high expansion capacity (flexibility).
• The bends have a radius of 1.2d which results in a more attractive and compact fitting which in turn increases the flexibility of installation. • To protect the tubes against
entry of dirt, all Xpress tubes are supplied with coloured end caps.
• All laser-welded and soldered fittings are 100% tested by an advanced vacuum leak test machine.
• Adapters and reducers are made of just one part.
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2 Technical data
2.1 XPress System areas of application
Potable water installation
XPress stainless steel fittings with stainless steel tubes which fullfill
EN10312.
O-rings:
EPDM
*(black)
Operating temperature: -35°C to +135°C (15-54 mm)
-20°C to +110°C (76,1-108 mm)
Operating pressure:
Max. 16 bar
XPress copper fittings with copper tubes which fulfill EN1057 R220/
250/R290.
O-rings:
EPDM (black)
Operating temperature: -20°C to +110°C
Operating pressure:
Max. 16 bar
In potable water installations with XPress stainless steel fittings and
tubes, the content of water-soluble chloride ions may not exceed 250
mg/l.
Water heating installation
XPress carbon steel fittings with zinc plated precision carbon steel
tubes which fulfill EN10305-3 or XPress stainless steel fittings with
stainless steel tubes which fulfill EN 10312.
O-rings:
EPDM (black)
Operating temperature: -35°C to +135°C (12-54 mm)
-20°C to +110°C (76,1-108 mm)
Operating pressure:
Max. 16 bar
XPress copper fittings with copper tubes approved according EN
1057 R220/R250/R290.
* Ethylene Propylene Dien Monomer
O-rings:
EPDM (black)
Operating temperature: -20°C to +110°C
Operating pressure: Max. 16 bar
Gas installation
XPress stainless steel GAS fittings with stainless steel tubes approved
according DVGW Worksheet VP614, SVGW Data sheet G1/01, and
ÖVGW PG314.
O-rings:
HNBR
**(yellow)
Operating temperature: -20°C to +70°C
Operating pressure:
Max. 5 bar inside and outside
Application:
Inside (HTC***, proven tightness of the
connection at 650°C for 30 min) or outside
buildings.
Above and under screed within buildings, no
other corrosion protection is required.
Outside of buildings, only lay above ground.
Local regulations should always be
observed.
XPress copper GAS fittings with copper tubes approved according
EN1057 R250/R290.
O-rings:
NBR**** (yellow)
Operating temperature: -20ºC to +70ºC
Operating pressure:
Max. 5 bar
Application:
Inside (HTC 1 bar) or outside buildings
(above ground 5 bar).
Above and under screed within buildings, no
other corrosion protection is required.
Outside of buildings, only lay above ground.
Local regulations should always be
observed.
** Hydrogenated Nitrile Butadiene Rubber
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Note:
R220 is not approved for GAS installations.
For tools approved by VSH for gas installations, see table 18 and 19
on page 42.
Cooling water installation
XPress carbon steel fittings with zinc plated precision carbon steel
tubes which fulfill EN10305-3 within closed systems or XPress
stainless steel fittings with stainless tubes which fulfill EN10312 in
closed and open systems.
O-rings:
EPDM (black)
Operating temperature: -35°C to +135°C (12-54 mm)
-20°C to +110°C (76,1-108 mm)
Operating pressure:
Max. 16 bar
XPress copper press fittings with copper tubes approved according
EN1057 in closed and open systems.
O-rings:
EPDM (black)
Operating temperature -20°C to +110°C
Operating pressure:
Max. 16 bar
In cooling installations with stainless steel fittings and tubes, the
content of water-soluble chloride ions may not exceed 250 mg/l.
Sprinkler installation
XPress carbon steel fittings with zinc plated precision XPress carbon
steel Sendzimir tubes approved according among others VdS and FM
or XPress stainless steel fittings with XPress stainless steel tubes
approved according among others VdS and FM.
O-rings:
EPDM (black)
Operating temperature: -35°C to +135°C (22-54 mm)
-20°C to +110°C (76,1-108 mm)
Operating pressure:
Max. 16 bar (pressures depending on
application and dimensions)
XPress Sprinkler is suitable for both wet and dry fixed sprinkler
systems according to VdS and FM. For more information regarding
XPress Sprinkler, please consult the “VSH XPress Sprinkler system”
catalogue which is available on request or can be downloaded from
our website www.vsh-fittings.com.
Industrial installation
XPress carbon steel fittings with zinc plated precision XPress carbon
steel tubes which fulfill EN10305-3 or XPress stainless steel fittings
with XPress stainless steel tubes which fulfill EN10312.
O-rings:
EPDM (black)
Operating temperature: -35°C to +135°C (12-54 mm)
-20°C to +110°C (76,1-108 mm)
Tubes:
Only VSH
Operating pressure:
Max. 25 bar (higher pressures available
depending on application and dimensions)
for carbon steel press fittings up to 54 mm
and stainless steel press fittings up to 108
mm.
Higher working pressures can be released due to different
applicable safety factors which might apply in industrial applications.
For pressures higher than 16 bar, tools and machines have to be in
line with the prescribed tools for the XPress Sprinkler range which can
be found in the “VSH XPress Sprinkler System” catalogue which is
available on request or can be downloaded from our website www.
vsh-fittings.com.
For applications where another medium than water is transported
such as oil, fuel, and aliphatic/aromatic hydrocarbons you should use
the Viton
©*(green) O-ring.
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Solar installation
XPress carbon steel fittings with zinc plated precision carbon steel
tubes which fulfill EN10305-3 or XPress stainless steel fittings with
stainless steel tubes which fulfill EN10312.
O-rings:
Viton
©(green)
Operating temperature: -30°C to +200°C
Peak temperature:
230°C (short term)
Operating pressure:
Max. 16 bar
Application:
Carbon steel only for closed systems
installed inside buildings, stainless steel for
both closed and return loop systems.
XPress copper fittings with copper tubes approved according EN
1057 R250/R290.
O-rings:
Viton
©(green)
Operating temperature: -30°C to +200°C
Peak temperature:
230°C (short term)
Operating pressure:
Max. 10 bar
Compressed air installation
XPress carbon steel fittings with zinc plated precision carbon steel
tubes which fulfill EN10305-3 or XPress stainless steel fittings with
stainless steel tubes which fulfill EN10312.
XPress carbon steel fittings with zinc plated carbon steel tubes can be
used for compressed air if following conditions are observed:
Water contents:
max. 880 mg/m
3, class 3, ISO 8573 part 1
Oil contents:
max. 25 mg/m
3, class 5, ISO 8573 part 1
When exceeding the maximum water content then copper or stainless
steel should be used. For oil containing compressed air based on
mineral or vegetable oil use Viton
©O-rings. EPDM O-rings can only
be used for syntetic oil or dry compressed air (not exceeding 25 mg/
m
3).
O-rings:
EPDM (black)
Operating temperature: -35°C to +135°C (12-54 mm)
-20°C to +110°C (76,1-108 mm)
Operating pressure:
12-54 mm max. 16 bar
76,-1 - 108 mm max. 10 bar
O-rings:
Viton
©(green)
Operating temperature: -30°C to +200°C
Peak temperature:
230°C (short term)
Operating pressure:
12-54 mm max. 16 bar
76,-1 - 108 mm max. 10 bar
Xpress copper fittings with copper tubes approved according
EN 1057 R220/R250/R290.
O-rings:
EPDM (black)
Operating temperature: -20°C to +110°C
Operating pressure:
Max. 10 bar
O-rings:
Viton
©(green)
Operating temperature: -30°C to +200°C
Peak temperature:
230°C (short term)
Operating pressure:
Max. 10 bar
On completion, compressed air pipeline systems must be properly
tested. The system designer and installation contractor must ensure
safe methods are selected for system testing which will comply with
all current health and safety regulations. This may include testing
compressed air lines with fluids or compressed air at a limited
pressure, or a combination of both. In any event we do not
recommend the maximum working pressure of the product to be
exceeded during this procedure.
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Since 30th May 2002 most pressure equipment and assemblies on
the market have had to comply with the Pressure Equipment
Directive (P.E.D.) 1999. The Directive concerns items such as vessels,
pressurised storage containers, heat exchangers, steam generators,
boilers, industrial piping, safety devices and pressure accessories.
Please note that the P.E.D. applied on VSH XPress refers to article 3,
sub. 3. This means that only sound engineering and a safe instruction
for use and maintenance are required.
Steam installation
XPress stainless press fittings with stainless steel tubes which fulfill
EN10312.
O-rings:
Viton
©(grey)
Operating temperature: -20°C to +150°C
Peak temperature:
180°C (short term)
Operating pressure:
Max. 5 bar
High pressure dry fire main installation
XPress stainless steel press fittings with XPress stainless steel tubes
approved according by KIWA for pressures up to 40 bar.
O-rings:
EPDM (black)
Operating temperature: -35°C to +135°C (22-35 mm)
Dimensions:
22-35 mm (other dimensions available on
request)
Operating pressure:
Max. 40 bar
High pressure dry fire mains are an application where Oetiker
couplings are combined with the XPress Sprinkler system as an
alternative to standard dry fire mains. For more information regarding
XPress Sprinkler, please consult the “VSH XPress Sprinkler system”
catalogue which is available on request or can be downloaded from
2.2 Tubes
2.2.1 XPress Stainless steel tubes
The XPress stainless steel tubes are thin-walled precision steel
tubes. The outer and inner surfaces of the tubes are blank, free of
discoloration and are supplied free of manufacturing residue that
could otherwise cause corrosion. Entry of dirt during transportation or
storage is prevented by caps at both ends of the tube and utilising the
correct packaging for distribution.
This chapter gives you all technical parameters, predominantly applying
to construction technicalities of the XPress stainless steel tubes.
Heat insulation
The following regulations apply to the insulation of potable water
tubing systems:
- Cold water lines should be protected against the occurrence of
condensed water and overheating in accordance with DIN 1988,
Part 2. For installations in the Netherlands the VEWIN work sheets
should be followed.
- Hot water lines should be insulated to prevent heat loss in
accordance with the Energy Conservation Law (EnEG) and the
Heating Installation Decree (HeizAnIV) (Germany). For installations in
the Netherlands the VEWIN work sheets should be followed.
The soluble chloride content in the insulation materials used should
not exceed 0,05% by weight in accordance with DIN 1988, Part 7.
Important:
AS-quality insulation materials (compare also AGI Q 135)
contain significantly less chlorides than the maximum allowable
content.
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Fire characteristics
XPress stainless steel tubes are considered as incombustible tubes
according to German class A building materials – DIN 4102 Part 1.
XPress stainless steel tube 1.4401 (AISI 316)
The XPress stainless steel tube has been tested and approved for
potable water installations by many international certification institutes
for example also according to DVGW/DIN and DVGW – Worksheet
GW 541. XPress stainless steel tubes have also been approved in gas
installations inside buildings (with higher thermal capacity, proven
over 30 min at 650°C and PN5) and outside buildings (without HTC) as
above ground tube (not under screed or in ground).
Applications
Installations always have to comply with local regulations.
- All potable water installations in accordance with international
drinking water institutes such as for example the German Potable
Water Decree (TrinkwV) and EU council directive 98/83/EC, DIN
50930 Part 6 and in compliance with DIN 1988
- Water supply and rain water installations
- Potable water for industrial applications
- Wet and dry fire mains in accordance with DIN 1988 Part 6, VdS,
FG, CNBOP, SBSC and FM
- Conditioned water such as decalcinated/softened water, partly
and completely desalinated water, distilled water, water with glycol
- Compressed air, dry or oil containing
- Conditioned installations for burnable gases: natural gases and
liquid gases according to DVGW Worksheet G260 I/II. Installations
of gas and liquid gas conducting tube installations according to
DVGW - Worksheet G600, DVGW - TRGI 86/96 and TRF 1996
Technical characteristics
Material X5CrNiMo 17 12 2 Material no. 1.4401 according to DIN-EN 10088, PRE value >24
Specifications EN 10312 – DVGW worksheet GW541 (2004) Table 2 Approvals DVGW, SVGW, ETA, ÖVGW, BYGGFORSK, STF, PZH,
SITAC, CSTBat, WRAS, VdS, FM, FG, CNBOP, SBSC Type of tubing TIG or laser welded under a protective atmosphere Welding deterioration
reduction
100% EDDY CURRENT tested according to SEP 1914/ EN 10246-2
Weld slag removal Inside and outside Tolerances According to EN 10312
Finishing Annealed under a protective atmosphere W2R Surface finish Matt silver coloured
Marking VSH XPress DN/size x wall thickness mm Edelstahl/ Stainless steel - Sanitär/Sanitary - GAS 1.4401 W2R, EN10217-7 EN10312 DVGW GW541 Reg.nr. DW-7301BM5610 SVGW ÖVGW W1.397 WRAS ETA BYGGFORSK STF PZH SITAC(+symbol) 0168/04 CSTBat(symbol) 116-1482, VdS G4080037 16.0 bar, <FM> Production date/Production code
Smallest bending radius
3,5 x external diameter of the tube (max. 28 mm) Supply mode Tubes, length of 6 m +0/-50 mm, with protective caps
(green) Heat expansion coefficient 0,0160 mm/m with ∆T= 1K Max. operating pressure 16 bar
Table 1: Technical characteristics XPress stainless steel 1.4401 tube Nominal width Ø Outer diameter
x s [mm] Ø Inner diame-ter [mm] Mass [kg/m] Tube capacity [l/m] DN 12 15 x 1,0 13,0 0,333 0,133 DN 15 18 x 1,0 16,0 0,410 0,201 DN 20 22 x 1,2 19,6 0,624 0,302 DN 25 28 x 1,2 25,6 0,790 0,515 DN 32 35 x 1,5 32,0 1,240 0,804 DN 40 42 x 1,5 39,0 1,503 1,195 DN 50 54 x 1,5 51,0 1,972 2,043 DN 65 76,1 x 2,0 72,1 3,550 4,548 DN 80 88,9 x 2,0 84,9 4,150 5,661 DN 100 108 x 2,0 104,0 5,050 8,495
Table 2: Dimensions and weights XPress stainless steel 1.4401 tube
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XPress stainless steel tube 1.4521 (AISI 444)
The 1.4521 XPress stainless steel tube has been tested and approved
for potable water installations according to DVGW Worksheet GW 541,
ETA, ÖVGW and SVGW.
Applications
- All potable water installations in accordance with the German
Potable Water Decree (TrinkwV) and EU council directive
98/83/EC, DIN 50930 Part 6 and in compliance with DIN 1988
- Water supply and rain water installations
- Potable water for industrial applications
- Wet and dry fire mains in accordance with DIN 1988 Part 6 or FM
- Conditioned water such as decalcinated/softened water, partly and
completely desalinated water, distilled water, water with glycol
- Compressed air, dry or oil containing
Technical characteristics
Material X2CrMoTi 18 2 Material no. 1.4521 according to DIN-EN 10088, PRE value >24
Specifications EN 10312 – DVGW worksheet GW541 (2004) Table 2 Approvals DVGW, SVGW, ETA, FM, ÖVGW
Type of tubing Laser welded under a protective atmosphere Welding deterioration
reduction
100% EDDY CURRENT tested according to SEP 1914/ EN 10246-2
Weld slag removal Inside and outside Tolerances According to EN 10312
Finishing Annealed under a protective atmosphere W2R Surface finish Matt silver coloured
Marking VSH XPress DN/size x wall thickness mm Edelstahl/ Stainless steel, 1.4521, Sanitär/Sanitary - W2R EN10296-2 EN10312DVGW GW541 reg. nr. DW-7301BP5610 SVGW ÖVGW ETA <FM> Production date/Production code
Smallest bending
radius 3,5 x external diameter of the tube (max. 28 mm) Supply mode Tubes, length of 6 m +0/-50 mm, with protective caps
(light green) Heat expansion
coefficient 0,0104 mm/m with ∆T= 1K
Max. operating
pressure 16 bar
Table 3: Technical characteristics XPress stainless steel 1.4521 tube Nominal width Ø Outer diameter
x s [mm] Ø Inner diame-ter [mm] Mass [kg/m] Tube capacity [l/m] DN 12 15 x 1,0 13,0 0,333 0,133 DN 15 18 x 1,0 16,0 0,410 0,201 DN 20 22 x 1,2 19,6 0,624 0,302 DN 25 28 x 1,2 25,6 0,790 0,515 DN 32 35 x 1,5 32,0 1,240 0,804 DN 40 42 x 1,5 39,0 1,503 1,195 DN 50 54 x 1,5 51,0 1,972 2,043
Table 4: Dimensions and weights XPress stainless steel 1.4521 tube
XPress stainless steel tube 1.4520 (AISI 439)
The 1.4520 XPress stainless steel tube is an alternative for AISI 304
stainless steel tube with no nickel content, making it a cost effective
alternative for applications where no potable water is being used. The
tube has been tested and approved by FM for the use in dry and wet
fixed sprinkler systems.
Applications
- Compressed air, dry or oil containing
- Solar installations
- Cooling installations
- Heating installations
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Technical characteristics
Material Material no. 1.4520 according to DIN-EN 10088-2 Specifications EN 10296-2
Approvals FM
Type of tubing Laser welded Welding deterioration
reduction
100% EDDY CURRENT tested according to SEP 1914/ EN 10246-2
Weld slag removal Outside weld flat, insight raising max. 0,2 mm Tolerances According to EN 10296-2
Finishing Annealed under a protective atmosphere Surface finish Matt silver coloured
Marking VSH XPress DN/size x wall thickness mm Edelstahl/ Stainless steel, 1.4520 Heizung/Druckluft - Chauffage/Air Comprimé - Heating/Compressed Air <FM> Production date/Production code
Smallest bending radius
3,5 x external diameter of the tube (max. 28 mm) Supply mode Tubes, length of 6 m +0/-50 mm, with protective caps
(black) Heat expansion coefficient 0,0104 mm/m with ∆T= 1K Max. operating pressure 16 bar
Table 5: Technical characteristics XPress stainless steel 1.4520 tube Nominal width Ø Outer diameter
x s [mm] Ø Inner diame-ter [mm] Mass [kg/m] Tube capacity [l/m] DN 12 15 x 1,0 13,0 0,333 0,133 DN 15 18 x 1,0 16,0 0,410 0,201 DN 20 22 x 1,2 19,6 0,624 0,302 DN 25 28 x 1,2 25,6 0,790 0,515 DN 32 35 x 1,5 32,0 1,240 0,804 DN 40 42 x 1,5 39,0 1,503 1,195 DN 50 54 x 1,5 51,0 1,972 2,043
Table 6: Dimensions and weights XPress stainless steel 1.4520 tube
2.2.2 XPress carbon steel tubes
XPress carbon steel tubes are thin-walled precision tubes. The
XPress carbon steel tubes are protected against external corrosion
by a coating of zinc-plating and passivating chrome. The zinc layer is
applied thermally which results in a good adhesion between the zinc
layer and the tubes.
The XPress carbon steel tubes for sprinkler applications are made
from cold rolled steel which is galvanized using the Sendzimir
process. This chapter gives you all technical parameters, predominantly
applying to construction technicalities, of the XPress carbon steel
tubes.
Heat insulation
The following regulations apply to the insulation of XPress carbon
steel tubing systems:
- Cold water lines should be protected against the occurrence of
condensed water and overheating in accordance with DIN 1988,
Part 2.
- Hot water lines should be insulated to prevent heat loss in
accordance with the Energy Conservation Law (EnEG) and the
Heating Installation Decree (HeizAnIV) (Germany).
Fire characteristics
XPress carbon steel tubes are considered as non-combustible tubes
according to German class A building materials – DIN 4102 Part 1.
XPress carbon steel tubes with polypropylene coating are considered
as combustible tubes according to German class B2 building
materials – DIN 4102 Part 1 i.e. burning without causing drops.
Metallic tubes with a synthetic coating up to 2 mm are considered a
non-flammable product in accordance with German building
regulations.
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XPress carbon steel precision tube
XPress carbon steel tubes are thin-walled precision tubes
manufactured in accordance with EN 10305-3 (previously DIN 2394/
NEN 1982) from a special kind of steel that has a very low
carbon-content. The resulting product is very easy to bend. The absence
of leaks is also checked, in accordance with EN 10246-1, so that all
tubes will be guaranteed leak free.
Applications
- Closed loop heating installations according to DIN 4751
- Closed loop cooling installations with water/glycol mixture*
- Compressed air, dry or oil containing
- Solar applications (closed loop)
Technical characteristics
Material Unalloyed ULC (ultra light carbon) Carbon steel, RSt 34-2 part No. 1.0034 according to EN 10305-3
Specifications EN 10305-3 (previously DIN 2394) Approvals CSTBat
Type of tubing HF welded Welding detoriation
reduction Tested according to EN 10246-1 or 100% EDDY CURRENT Weld slag removal Outside weld flat, insight raising max. 0,5 mm Tolerances According to EN10305-3
Finishing Zinc coating of at least 8-15μm. The tube welding seam is subsequently galvanized on the outside. Inside of the tube is protected by a thermally applied oil film Surface finish Silver-coloured
Marking VSH XPress [dimension] galvanized, EN10305-3, , [production date]
Smallest bending
radius 3,5 x external diameter of the tube (max. 28 mm) Supply mode Tubes, length of 6 m +0/-50 mm, with protective caps
(red) Heat expansion coefficient 0,0108 mm/m with ∆T= 1K Max. operating pressure 16 bar
Table 7: Technical characteristics XPress carbon steel tube
Nominal width Ø Outer diameter x s [mm] Ø Inner diame-ter [mm] Mass [kg/m] Tube capacity [l/m] DN 10 10 x 1,2 7,6 0,271 0,045 DN 12 15 x 1,2 12,6 0,420 0,125 DN 15 18 x 1,2 15,6 0,494 0,191 DN 20 22 x 1,5 19,0 0,761 0,284 DN 25 28 x 1,5 25,0 0,980 0,491 DN 32 35 x 1,5 32,0 1,241 0,804 DN 40 42 x 1,5 39,0 1,542 1,195 DN 50 54 x 1,5 51,0 1,999 2,043 DN 65 76,1 x 2,0 72,1 3,503 4,083 DN 80 88,9 x 2,0 84,9 4,412 5,661 DN 100 108 x 2,0 104,0 5,382 8,495
Table 8: Dimensions and weight XPress carbon steel tube
XPress carbon steel tubes with polypropylene coating
XPress carbon steel tubes with polypropylene coating are used for the
same applications and have the same technical characteristics as
XPress carbon steel tubes (polypropylene coated tubes are marked
“Galvanized - Polypropylene coated”) and are coated with a layer of
polypropylene (PP) for protection against outer corrosion. The PP has
a smooth surface and good resistance to tearing and impact. For a
safe press fitting connection,
it is essential to remove the
poly-propylene coating with a jacket stripping unit along the insertion
depth. The rigidity of the press connection is only achieved by
maintaining the insertion depth.
Technical characteristics
Material Unalloyed ULC (ultra light carbon) Carbon steel, RSt 34-2 part No. 1.0034 according to EN 10305-3
Specifications EN 10305-3 (previously DIN 2394) Approvals CSTBat
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reduction Tested according to EN 10246-1 or 100% EDDY CURRENT Weld slag removal Outside weld flat, insight raising max. 0,5 mm Tolerances According to EN10305-3
Finishing Zinc coating of at least 8-15μm. The tube welding seam is subsequently galvanized on the outside. Inside of the tube is protected by a thermally applied oil film Surface finish High-heat stabilized polypropylene PP (B2)
thickness ±1 mm, RAL 9001
Marking VSH XPress [dimension] Galvanised- Polypropylene Coated, EN10305-3, , [Production date] Smallest bending
radius 3,5 x external diameter of the tube (max. 28 mm) Supply mode Tubes, length of 6 m +0/-50 mm, with protective caps
(red) Heat expansion coefficient 0,0108 mm/m with ∆T= 1K Max. operating pressure 16 bar
Thermal load 120˚C permanent load Heat conductivity 0,22 W/mK
Table 9: Technical characteristics XPress carbon steel tube with PP coating Nominal width Ø Outer diame-ter x s [mm] Outer diameter incl. coating Mass [kg/m] Tube capacity [l/m] DN 10 12 x 1,2 14 0,338 0,072 DN 12 15 x 1,2 17 0,434 0,125 DN 15 18 x 1,2 20 0,536 0,191 DN 20 22 x 1,5 24 0,824 0,284 DN 25 28 x 1,5 30 1,052 0,491 DN 32 35 x 1,5 37 1,320 0,804 DN 40 42 x 1,5 44 1,620 1,195 DN 50 54 x 1,5 56 2,098 2,043
Table 10: Dimensions and weights XPress carbon steel tube with PP coating
The XPress carbon steel tubes with polypropylene coating are not
to be confused with “white liaan” tube which is used in the Netherlands.
White liaan tubes are welded steel thin-walled precision tubes
manufactured in accordance with EN 10305-3 from St 34-2. The outside
finishing is by a paint coating in white RAL9010. This tube is suitable to
be used in press installations for the dimensions 15 x 1,5 and 22 x 1,5
where the fitting is pressed without removing the paint coating.
XPress Sprinkler carbon steel tubes
The XPress Sprinkler carbon steel tubes for wet sprinkler systems
are thin-walled precision steel tubes. The tubes are made from cold
rolled steel that is galvanized using the Sendzimir process. During this
process zinc is brought onto the metal strip, running through a zinc
bath, covering both sides simultaneously. The tube is protected both
on the inside and outside with a zinc layer, with a minimum thickness of
20 μm. After welding the welding seam is zinc plated additionally. With
the Sendzimir process a good adhesion of the zinc layer and corrosion
resistance are achieved.
Applications
- Wet fixed sprinkler installations in accordance with DIN 1988 part 6,
VdS, FM, FG, SBSC and CNBOP.
Technical characteristics
Material Unalloyed ULC (’Ultra Light Carbon’) C-steel, E190 part no. 1.0031 according EN 10305-3
Specifications EN 10305-3 (previously DIN 2394) Approvals VdS, FM, FG, CNBOP Type of tubing HF welded Welding detoriation
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Tolerances According to EN10305-3
Finishing Zinc coating of at least 20μm. The tube welding seam is subsequently galvanized on the outside.
Surface finish Silver-coloured
Marking VSH XPress Sprinkler Galvanized, DN/size x wall thickness mm, VdS, G4080007, 16.0 bar, <FM> batch number + production date
Smallest bending
radius 3,5 x external diameter of the tube (max. 28 mm) Supply mode Tubes, length of 6 m +0/-50 mm, with protective caps
(lilac) Heat expansion coefficient 0,0108 mm/m with ∆T= 1K Max. operating pressure 16 bar
Table 11: Technical characteristics XPress carbon steel sprinkler tube Nominal width Ø Outer diameter
x s [mm] Ø Inner diame-ter [mm] Mass [kg/m] Tube capacity [l/m] DN 20 22 x 1,5 19,0 0,761 0,284 DN 25 28 x 1,5 25,0 0,980 0,491 DN 32 35 x 1,5 32,0 1,241 0,804 DN 40 42 x 1,5 39,0 1,542 1,195 DN 50 54 x 1,5 51,0 1,999 2,043 DN 65 76,1 x 2,0 72,1 3,503 4,083 DN 80 88,9 x 2,0 84,9 4,412 5,661 DN 100 108 x 2,0 104,0 5,382 8,495
Table 12: Dimensions and weights XPress carbon steel sprinkler tube
2.2.3 Copper Tubing
Copper tubes
Copper tubes that may be used for the XPress copper system for
water applications must comply with the norm EN 1057 R220/R250/
R290. Copper tubes that may be used for the XPress system for gas
applications must comply with the norm EN 1057 R250/R290. EN
1057 is the norm for seamless copper and copper alloyed tubes for
potable water-, gas- and heating installations. Distinction is made
between soft, medium hard and hard alloy tubes indicated by R220,
R250 and R290. The higher the figure, the harder the metal. The
values refer to the tube’s tensile strength (220 N/mm
2, 250 N/mm
2and
290 N/mm
2).
Fire characteristics
Uninsulated copper tubes certified according EN 1057/DVGW are
considered as incombustible tubes according to German class A
building materials – DIN 4102 Part 1.
Heat insulation
For regulations on heat installation, please see the manufacturer’s
guidelines. To avoid outside corrosion, please note when using
insulating material that the materials contain no elements of ammonia
or nitrate (page 86).
In order to minimize the risk of outside corrosion, insulation material
should as much as possible be used in conjunction with a moisture
barrier. Materials such as Densopaste or a synthetic coating between
the outside of the copper tube and insulation material are possibilities.
For installations in the Netherlands the VEWIN work sheets should be
followed.
Applications
- All potable water installations in accordance with the German Potable Water Decree (TrinkwV) and EU guideline 98, DIN 50930 Part 6 and in compliance with DIN 1988.
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- Water heating installations (pump-, warm water- and heating installations)
- District heating installations - Solar installations*
- Compressed air installations*
- Cooling water/industrial water installations - Rainwater – utilization plants
- Gas installations*
- Heating oil EL (extra light) installations*
Technical characteristics of approved copper tubes
Material DHP copper part No. CW 024A to DIN EN 1412 Outer Ø tolerance EN 1057
Tensile strength R220 - soft - 220 N/mm2(not for GAS)
R250 - medium hard - 250 N/mm2 R290 - hard - 290 N/mm2
Smallest bending radius 3,5 x outer diameter of tube (to -10°C)
Copper tubes according to EN 1057
Outer Ø (mm) Wall thickness (mm) 0,6 0,7 0,8 0,9 1,0 1,1 1,2 1,5 2,0 2,5 12 R250 R220 15 R250 R220 R250 R290 18 R250 R290 22 R250 R250 R290 R220 28 R250 R290 R250 R290 35 R290 R250 R290 R290 42 R290 R250 R290 R290 54 R290 R250 R290 R290 64 R250 R290 R290 67 R250 R290 R290 76,1 R250 R290 R290 88,9 R290 108 R250 R290 R290
Table 13: Copper tubes
For further details on copper tubes, please contact VSH.
* Special O-rings are required (see chapter 2.1).
2.3 XPress fittings
2.3.1 Approvals
Approval XPress carbon
steel XPress stainless steel XPress copper
ARGB-KVGB - - 15-28 mm ATG - - 12-108 mm Advantica - 15-54 mm 15-54 mm CSTBat 12-108 mm 15-108 mm 12-108 mm CNBOP 22-108 mm 22-108 mm -Cobrti - - 12-54 mm DG - - 15-28 mm DNV - - 12-108 mm DVGW - 15-108 mm for water 15-54 mm for gas 12-108 mm for water 15-54 mm for gas ÉMI - - 12-108 mm ETA - 15-108 mm 12-54 mm FG 22-108 mm 22-108 mm -FM 22-54 mm 22-108 mm -GASTEC - - 15-54 mm GL - - 12-108 mm GL industrial 15-54mm KIWA - 15-54 mm 12-54 mm ÖVGW - 15-108 mm for water 15-54 mm for gas 12-108 mm for water 15-54 mm for gas PZH - 15-108 mm -SBSC - 15-108 mm -SINTEF - 15-108 mm 12-108 mm SITAC - 15-108 mm 12-108 mm SVGW - 15-108 mm for water 15-54 mm for gas 12-108 mm for water 15-54 mm for gas VdS 22-108 mm 22-108 mm -WRAS - 15-108 mm 12-108 mm Table 14: approvals
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XPress stainless steel GAS and copper GAS fittings in the
dimen-sions 15-54 mm for gas installations must be pressed using
Novopress pressing jaws/pressing slings. Approvals for other
suppliers of press tools, jaws and slings such as Rems can be
suitable for local approvals such as Gastec and KVGB.
When using XPress stainless and carbon for sprinkler installations,
please make sure to follow up the guidelines for installation and
approved tools, which can be found in the “VSH XPress Sprinkler
system” catalogue which is available on request or can be
down-loaded from our website www.vsh-fittings.com.
Threaded fittings
The XPress product range also includes components with inner- and
outer threads for connection with other threaded parts of a tube
network (e.g. valves, fittings). Inner- and outer threads are
manufactured according to DIN 2999/ISO 7/1 for carbon and stainless
steel fittings. Inner threads are manufactured according to BS 2779/
ISO 228/1 and outer threads are manufactured according to DIN
2999/ISO 7/1 for copper press fittings.
Hemp or other sealants without chloride are suitable for the threads of
stainless steel press fittings. Teflon thread sealing band may not be
used in conjunction with stainless steel due to the water soluble
chloride ions it contains. With threaded couplings, we recommend to
carry out the sealing before the pressing, in order not to stress the
press connection.
Screw fittings (copper)
The manufacturers of gas heating appliances supply their products
with the respective screw connections in place. “Half screw fittings”
type G6360 therefore can be used as press connections to these
already present screw connections. As well as the screw fitting G6340
with double-sided press end, the half screw fitting (G6360) is also
approved according to DIN 3436 HTC.
XPress fittings are tested and approved for potable water
installations, gas installations, sprinkler applications and many more
applications. The current applicable approvals can be found in the
above table.
2.3.2 Technical characteristics
XPress stainless steel fittings are produced from material 1.4404
and fitted with an EPDM “Leak Before Pressed” (LBP) O-ring. XPress
stainless steel fittings in sizes 15-54 are fitted with an EPDM “Leak
Before Pressed” (LBP) O-ring (for more detailed information see page
36). Fittings in sizes 76,1 up to 108 are fitted with a standard EPDM
O-ring.
XPress stainless steel GAS fittings are produced from material
1.4404 according to DIN 10088 and are fitted with a “yellow” HNBR
O-ring.
XPress carbon steel fittings are produced from steel RSt 34-2 and
are protected against corrosion by a thermally applied zinc layer
(8-15µm). XPress carbon steel fittings in sizes 12-54 are fitted with an
EPDM “Leak Before Pressed” (LBP) O-ring (for more detailed
information see page 36). Fittings in sizes 76,1 up to 108 are fitted with
a standard EPDM O-ring.
XPress copper fittings are produced from CU-DHP copper material
CW 024 A and red bronze material 2.109 and fitted with an EPDM
O-ring as standard.
XPress copper GAS fittings are produced from CU-DHP copper
material CW 024 A and red bronze material 2.109 and fitted with a
“yellow“ NBR O-ring.
XPress copper SOLAR fittings are produced from CU-DHP copper
material CW 024 A and red bronze material 2.109 and fitted with a
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Threaded transition fittings of red brass (gun metal)
Threaded transition fittings are generally manufactured from red
brass. Here, distinction is made between strand casting (straight
part) and mould casting (bends, T-pieces and wall plates). Tests have
shown that press fittings of mould castings (sand castings) are less
suitable for gas installations for the following reasons: mould casting
joints can never be as leakproof (homogenous) as with strand casting
or copper. There is always a danger of cavities (air locks that occur
when pouring) despite 100% impermeability testing. The mechanical
load of the pressing heightens these dangers additionally as they can
open the cavities. Therefore, for safety reasons, we have decided not
to include any mould casting parts in copper gas press fittings.
Marking of pressfittings
XPress stainless steel GAS press fittings
Marking
Packaging Label
Yellow marking
GAS, GT5/PN5
316L
VSH
Dimension
316L
DVGW
Type R...G
Dimension
Description: ...S-Pr
EAN Nr.
Art. Nr. VSH
Approvals
Number of pieces
XPress carbon steel press fittings
Laser marking
Packaging Label
Red marking or
Press
Galvanized
Approvals
Dimension
Type C...
Dimension
Description: ...C-Pr
EAN Nr.
Art. Nr. VSH
Approvals
Number of pieces
XPress copper press fittings
Marking
Packaging Label
RYW
dimension
KIWA
DVGW
Type ...
Dimension
EAN Nr.
Art. Nr. VSH
Approvals
Number of pieces
XPress copper GAS press fittings
Marking
Packaging Label
Yellow marking
GAS, GT1/PN5
RYW
dimension
DVGW
Gastec Qa
Type G...
Dimension
EAN Nr.
Art. Nr. VSH
Approvals
Number of pieces
XPress copper Solar press fittings
Marking
Packaging Label
Green marking
RYW
dimension
KIWA
DVGW
Type S...
Dimension
EAN Nr.
Art. Nr. VSH
Approvals
Number of pieces
XPress stainless steel press fittings
Laser marking
Packaging Label
Press
316L
Approvals
Dimension
Type R...
Dimension
Description: ...S-Pr
EAN Nr.
Art. Nr. VSH
Approvals
Number of pieces
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Suitabillity of O-rings
The standard fittings for water and the central heating are provided
with EPDM O-rings. The type of O-ring which has to be used depends
on the application and the medium. For this reason the gas press
fit-tings are provided with (H)NBR O-rings. For special applications, such
as oil-containing media or high temperatures, the Viton
®/FPM
O-ring has to be installed.
Should you have the need for applications which are not mentioned in
the table, always contact us to enquire whether the medium is suitable
for use in combination with the type of press fitting you are using.
EPDM “leak before pressed” (LBP) - black
Temperatures
Applications
-35°C to +135°C
(12-54 mm)
Peak 150°C
-35°C to +110°C
(76,1-108 mm)
Peak 130°C
With KTW recommendation. For all installations for potable water and processed water, warm water tubes, circulation tubes, fire fighting lines, etc.FPM Viton
©“leak before pressed” (LBP) - green
Temperatures
Applications
-30°C to +200°C
Peak 230°C
Installations for compressed air, fuel oil, vegetable oil, fuels, greases and industrial pur-poses, ozone-resistant (industry design)
Not suitable for hot water applications
FPM Viton
©“leak before pressed” - grey
Temperatures
Applications
-20°C to +150°C
Peak: 180°C
Steam installationsNBR - yellow
Temperatures
Applications
-20°C to +70°C
Installations for burnable gases: Natural gases and liquid gases according to Worksheet DVGW-Gas TRGI 86/89 Liquid gases according to TRF(1996)HNBR - yellow
Temperatures
Applications
-20°C to +70°C
Installations for burnable gases: Natural gases and liquid gases according to Worksheet DVGW-G 260 I/II. Installations for natural gas according to Worksheet DVGW -G600 TRGI 86/96, liquid gases according to TRF(1996)XPress Leak Before Pressed function
XPress carbon steel, XPress stainless steel and XPress copper are
deliv-ered with a Leak Before Pressed function (LBP). Fittings with a Leak
Be-fore Pressed function have the advantage that non pressed connections
will leak water during pressure testing. This means an incomplete press
connection is easily identified. As a result of this, the function of the LBP
press fitting system gives an irrefutable result. Naturally, when mounted
correctly, the press fittings will be water- and air tight when pressed.
The LBP function on XPress carbon and stainless steel in the
dimensions 12-54 mm is incooperated in the EPDM and Viton
®FPM
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XPress copper with LBP function
The mechanical properties of copper differ from carbon steel and
stainless steel. Copper is a softer material which makes it possible to
create a LBP function in the material itself (O-ring bead) instead of the
O-ring. The LBP function on the XPress copper is created by a triangle
shaped O-ring bead which will leak before pressing. The function of this
design is the same as the function of the LBP O-ring for carbon and
stainless steel, which is to localize any forgotten pressings and prevent
mistakes with installation procedures.
Working principle of the XPress copper LBP fuction
The triangle shaped O-ring bead will leave space between the tube and
the fitting at 3 points in the O-ring bead. Through these gaps water will
flow when the fitting is not pressed. The advantage with this design is
that there is still enough contact between the tube and the O-ring which
assures that the tube will stay in its place when inserted.
When pressed the shape of the O-ring bead will change and becomes
round again (due to the mechanical properties of copper it is very easy
to reform the bead from a triangle shape to a perfect round shape
again).
After pressing this results in a water- and
air-tight connection.
Working principle of the XPress LBP O-ring for carbon and
stainless steel
The design of the XPress LBP O-ring is based upon the creation of
a leak path within the O-ring itself. This is made possible by adding
material to the O-ring and not taking any material out. This results in an
exceptionally strong O-ring without any weaknesses.
At strategic points small
grooves have been created on the
surface of the O-ring by adding
additional material. This means
there is a slight rise in the surface
of the O-ring and therefore water will flow through these grooves when
the fitting is not pressed. When the pressure is increased this will result
in an escalation in the leakage. When pressed the O-ring is deformed
and as a result the rubber from the raised surfaces fills the grooves. This
creates a fully water- and air-tight connection.
Advantages
• Easy to recognize non pressed connections because of guaranteed water leakage during pressure test
• Extra safety because leakage due to non pressing, (installation) mistakes are prevented
• After pressing the fittings are guaranteed water and airtight • Extra material for leak function
results in a strong O-ring
Contact between tube, O-ring and fitting which retain the tube.
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2.3.3 Alternative applications for the fittings
The choice of fittings and tubes depends on the assembly situation,
the medium and the operating conditions. For approval of the use of
XPress fittings for other applications such as water, compressed air
and gas please contact your local agent or VSH. Always make sure that
installations comply with local regulations.
2.3.4 Electrical heat tracing
XPress stainless steel, carbon steel and copper may be used in
conjunction with electrical heat tracing. In the case of XPress stainless
steel, electrical heat tracing may be used if the inside of the tube is
guaranteed not to permanently exceed 60°C. For thermal disinfection
for example, short-term temperatures (max. 1 hour a day) of 70°C are
permitted. Due to impermissible pressure increase as a result of heating
in sealed tubes it is not allowed to heat sealed off tubes.
2.3.5 Equipotential bonding in houses
All metallic pipework systems using equipotential bonding must comply
with equipotential bonding requirements. After all plumbing has been
completed, always ensure continuity checks are conducted by a
qualified electrician in accordance with the regulations. XPress stainless
steel and blank copper tubes according to EN 1057/R250-R290 in
combination with the respective fittings are electrical conductive tube
systems and therefore must be included in the equipotential bonding.
XPress carbon steel with and without polypropylene coating is not an
electrical conductive system and does not need to be included in the
equipotential bonding.
2.4 Press tools
Press tools consist of a press machine and the corresponding press
jaws- or slings. The press machine can be either battery- or
electrically powered. Figure 1 shows a battery powered version. For
each tube diameter used, the respective press jaws- and slings
should be used for a perfect tight connection. Figure 3 shows a
section of the press profile before and after pressing.
All XPress fittings with a diameter
from 12 mm to 108 mm can be
pressed using the suitable press
machines listed in the product range.
The respective jaws or slings with
M-profile
should be used according to the diameter that has to be
installed. For diameters of 35 to 108 mm’s there is a possibility, that in
addition to the press sling, a special adaptor may also be required.
Note: GAS press fittings may only be pressed with the press jaws/
slings stated in the certificate and the table. This also applies for
sprinkler installations.
VSH guarantees an excellent press connection,
provided the tools are used correctly. The tools
permitted by VSH may be found listed in the
document “XPress tool schedule“, which is
also available on our internet site at products >
press fittings > tool schedule.
Our website can be found under the following
address: www.vsh-fittings.com
Figure 2: Pressing before and after Figure 1: ACO 202
Before pressing
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2.4.1 Press tools approved for XPress stainless steel
and XPress carbon steel
In the below tables you can find the list of approved press tools. The
most actual list of tools permitted by VSH can be found listed in the
document “XPress tool schedule“, which is available on our internet
site www.vsh-fittings.com at products > press fittings > tool schedule.
Dimension Manufacturer Press machine Press jaws/slings 12-28 mm Novopress Presskid (12 V)
AFP 101 (9,6 V) Presskid jaws 12-28 mm (inlay)AFP 101 jaws 12-28 mm 12-54 mm Novopress ECO 1 Pressboy (230 V)
ECO 201/202 (230 V) ACO 1 Pressboy (12 V) ACO 3 Pressmax (12 V) ACO 201 (12 V) ACO 202 (18 V) EFP 2 (230 V) EFP 201/202 (230 V) AFP 201/202 (14 V) Jaws 12-54 mm
Slings and adapter (ZB201/203) 35-54 mm Slings and adapter for ACO 3 are compatible with (ZB302)
12-108 mm Novopress ECO 3 Pressmax (230 V)
ECO 301 (230V) Jaws 12-54 mmSlings and adapter (ZB302) 35-54 mm Press slings 76,1-108 mm
For press slings 76,1 & 88,9 one adapter is needed (ZB321)
For press sling 108 two adapters are needed (ZB 321 & ZB322) Important: Fitting size 108mm must be pressed in 2 stages!
76,1-108
mm Novopress Hydraulic-Press-SystemHCP / HA 5 ACO401 (18 V)
Slings 76,1-108 mm
ACO401 to be used with HP401 slings 12-28 mm Klauke MAP1 ‘Klauke Mini’ (9,6 V)
MAP2L ‘Klauke Mini‘ (18 V)Klauke mini jaws 12-28 mm (28 mm jaw is marked with VSH only) 12-54 mm Klauke UAP2 (12 V)
UNP2 (230 V) UP75 (12 V) UAP3L (18 V)
Jaws 12-54 mm
Slings and adapter 42-54 mm Important: Both new Klauke M-slings (without press inlays) as well as old Klauke M-slings (with press inlays) can be used 12-108 mm Klauke UAP4 (12V)
UAP4L (18 V) Jaws 12-54 mmSlings and adapter 42-54 mm Slings and adapter 76,1-108 mm 76,1-108
mm Klauke UAP100 (12 V)UAP100L (18 V) Slings 76,1-108 mm 12-28 mm Rems Mini Press ACC (12 V) Rems mini press jaws 12-28 mm* 12-54 mm Rems Powerpress 2000 S401 (230 V) Powerpress E (230 V) Powerpress ACC (230 V) Accu-Press S403 (12 V) Accu-Press ACC (12 V) Jaws 12-54 mm* Slings and adapter 42-54 mm
12-28 mm Rothenberger Romax Compact (12 V) Romax Compact mini jaws 12 -28 mm 12-54 mm Rothenberger Romax-Pressliner (12 V)
Romax-Pressliner ECO (12 V)
Romax AC Eco (230 V)
Jaws 12-35 mm: Only new type of jaws with red dot and polished press profile.
Jaws 42-54 mm: Only new jaws with a circle around the dimension.
12-54 mm Virax Viper P20 (14,4 V)
Viper P21 (18 V) Jaws 12-54 mm
Dimension Manufacturer Press machine Press jaws/slings 12-54 mm Ridgid RP 10-S (230 V)
RP 300 (230 V) RP 300-B (12 V) RP 10-B (12 V)
Ridgid jaws are not allowed
Machines are only allowed with other brands of jaws/slings approved by VSH Fittings
12-54 mm Viega Nussbaum PT2-EH (230 V) PT3-EH (230 V) PT3-AH (12 V) Pressgun 4E (18 V) Pressgun 4B (230 V) Type 5A Type 5
Viega jaws are not allowed
Machines are only allowed with other brands of jaws/slings approved by VSH Fittings
12-28 mm Comap Sudopress 1932 (9,6 V)
Sudopress 2432 (12 V) Sudopress basic jaws with press inlays (12-28 mm) with following RYW or COMAP IX 12-54 mm Comap Sudopress 3263 (14,4 V) Sudopress basic jaws with press inlays (12-28 mm)
with following RYW or COMAP IX Novopress press jaws for 12-35 mm and Novopress slings and adapter for 42-54 mm
2.4.2 Press tools approved for XPress copper (solar)
Dimension Manufacturer Press machine Press jaws/slings 12-28 mm Novopress Presskid (12 V)
AFP 101 (9,6 V) Presskid jaws 12-28 mm (inlay)AFP 101 jaws 12-28 mm 12-54 mm Novopress ECO 1 Pressboy (230 V)
ECO 201/202 (230 V) EFP 2 (230 V) ACO 1 Pressboy (12 V) ACO 3 Pressmax (12 V) ACO 201 (12 V) ACO 202 (18 V) EFP 201/202 (230 V) AFP 201/202 (230 V) Jaws 12-35 mm
Slings and adapter (ZB201/203) 42-54 mm Slings and adapter for ACO 3 are compatible with (ZB302)
12-108 mm Novopress ECO 3 Pressmax (230 V)
ECO 301 (230V) Jaws 12-35 mmSlings and adapter (ZB301) 42-54 mm Press slings 64-108 mm. For Press slings 64-88,9 mm one adapter is needed (ZB321). For Press sling 108 two adapters are needed (ZB 321 & ZB322)
Important: Fitting size 108 mm must be pressed
in 2 stages! Press slings are marked especially for copper.
12-28 mm Klauke MAP1 ‘Klauke Mini’ (9,6 V)
MAP2L ‘Klauke Mini‘ (18 V) Klauke mini jaws 12-28 mm (28 mm jaw is marked with VSH only) 12-54 mm Klauke UAP2 (12 V)
UNP2 (230 V) UP75 (12 V) UAP3L (18 V)
Jaws 12-35 mm
Important: 42-54 mm only with
(M-profile)Novopress slings
12-28 mm Rothenberger Romax Compact (12 V) Romax compact mini jaws 12-28 mm 12-54 mm Rothenberger Romax Pressliner 12 V
Romax Pressliner ECO 12 V Romax AC ECO 230 V
Jaws 12-35 mm
Only new type of jaws with red dot and polished press profile
Important: 42-54 mm only with (M-profile) Novopress
slings 12-54 mm Ridgid RP 10-S (230 V)
RP 300 (230 V) RP 300-B (12 V) RP 10-B (12 V)
Ridgid jaws are not allowed. Machines are only allowed with other brands of jaws approved by VSH Fittings.
Important: 42-54 mm only with (M-profile) Novopress
slings
Table 15: Press tools approved for XPress carbon and stainless steel
Table 16: Pressing of copper from Ø42 mm only with (M-profile) Novopress slings
42 43
2.4.3 Press tools approved for XPress stainless steel GAS
Dimension Manufacturer Press machine Press jaws/slings 15-28 mm Novopress Presskid (12 V)
AFP 101 (9,6 V) Presskid jaws 15-28 mmAFP Mini jaws 15-28 mm 15-54 mm Novopress ECO 1 Pressboy (230 V)
ECO 201/202 (230 V) EFP 2 (230 V) ACO 1 Pressboy (12 V) ACO 3 Pressmax (12 V) ACO 201 (12 V) ACO 202 (18 V) EFP 201/202 (230 V) AFP 201/202 (230 V) Jaws 15-35 mm
Slings and adapter (ZB201/203) 42-54 mm
15-54 mm Klauke UAP2 (12 V) UNP2 (230 V) UP75 (12 V)
Important: Only with Novopress jaws & slings
15-54 mm Rems Powerpress 2000 S401 (230 V) Powerpress E (230 V) Powerpress ACC (230 V) Accu-Press S403 (12 V) Accu-Press ACC (12 V)
Important: Only with Novopress jaws & slings
15-54 mm Virax Viper P20 (14,4 V)
Viper P21 (18 V) Important: Only with Novopress jaws & slings 15-28 mm Rothenberger Romax Compact (12 V) Important: Only with Novopress jaws & slings 15-54 mm Rothenberger Romax-Pressliner (12 V)
Romax-Pressliner ECO (12 V)
Romax AC Eco (230 V)
Important: Only with Novopress jaws & slings
Table 17: from Ø42 mm press jaws are not allowed
2.4.4 Press tools approved for XPress copper GAS
Dimension Manufacturer Press machine Press jaws/slings 15-28 mm Novopress Presskid (12 V)
AFP 101 (9,6 V) Presskid jaws 15-28 mmAFP Mini jaws 15-28 mm 15-54 mm Novopress ECO 1 Pressboy (230 V)
ECO 201/202 (230 V) EFP 2 (230 V) ACO 1 Pressboy (12 V) ACO 3 Pressmax (12 V) ACO 201 (12 V) ACO 202 (18V) EFP 201/202 (230 V) AFP 201/202 (230 V) Jaws 15-35 mm
Slings and adapter (ZB201/203) 42-54 mm
15-28 mm Novopress Presskid (12 V)
AFP 101 (9,6 V) Presskid jaws 15-28 mmAFP Mini jaws 15-28 mm 15-54 mm Novopress ECO 1 Pressboy (230 V)
ECO 201 (230 V) EFP 2 (230 V) ACO 1 Pressboy (12 V) ACO 3 Pressmax (12 V) ACO 201 (12 V) EFP 201 (230 V) AFP 201 (230 V) Jaws 15-35 mm
Slings and adapter (ZB201/203) 42-54 mm
15-54 mm Klauke UAP2 (12 V) UNP2 (230 V) UP75 (12 V)
Important: Only with Novopress jaws & slings
12-28 mm Rems Mini Press ACC (12 V) Rems mini press jaws 12-28 mm* 15-54 mm Rems Powerpress 2000 S401
(230 V) Powerpress E (230 V) Powerpress ACC (230 V)
Jaws 15-35 mm
Important: 42-54 mm only with (M-profile)
Rems or Novopress slings
2.4.5 Press tools approved for XPress Sprinkler
Dimension Manufacturer Press machine Press jaws/slings 22-35 mm Novopress ECO 201/202 (230 V) ACO 201 (14,4 V) ACO 202 (18 V) EFP 2 (230 V) EFP 201/202 (230 V) AFP 201/202 (14,4 V) ECO 301 (230V) ECOTEC Jaws 22-28 mm Slings and adapter (ZB201/203) 35 mm For ECO 301:
ECO 301 jaw 22-28 mm Slings and adapter (ZB302) 35 mm
42-54 mm Novopress ECO 301 (230 V) Power slings and adapter (ZB302) 42-54 mm
76,1-108
mm Novopress ACO401 (18 V) Slings HP401 76,1-108 mm 76,1-108
mm Klauke UAP100 (12 V) Slings KSP3 76,1-108 mm Table 19: from Ø35 mm press jaws are not allowed