1.1 This specification establishes the criteria for acceptance, prior to installation, of drain tile and perforated drain tile to be used for underdrainage, filter fields, leaching fields, and similar subdrainage installations.

1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.

1.3 The following safety hazards caveat pertains only to the Test Methods portion of this specification: This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

Note 1—Attention is called to Test Methods C 301 and Terminology C 896.

2. Referenced Documents (purchase separately) The documents listed below are referenced within the subject standard but are not provided as part of the standard.

ASTM Standards

C301 Test Methods for Vitrified Clay Pipe

C896 Terminology Relating to Clay Products

Keywords

clay; drain; drainage; filter field; leaching field; subdrainage; tile; Absorption--water; Clay pipe/piping systems--specifications; Clay products (structural)--tile (specifications); Crushing strength; Freezing and thawing; Leachates/leaching; Storm sewer/drainage pipe (clay); Subdrainage; Water absorption--brick/clay/concrete products;

ICS Code

ICS Number Code 91.100.15 (Mineral materials and products)

Citing ASTM Standards

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