AS 1273-1991 (R2018)

Abstract

Specifies requirements for rectangular and circular UPVC downpipes and fittings used for rainwater disposal.

RECONFIRMATION NOTICE
Technical Committee PL-021 has reviewed the content of this publication and in accordance with Standards Australia procedures for reconfirmation, it has been determined that the publication is still valid and does not require change.
Certain documents referenced in the publication may have been amended since the original date of publication. Users are advised to ensure that they are using the latest versions of such documents as appropriate, unless advised otherwise in this Reconfirmation Notice.
Approved for reconfirmation in accordance with Standards Australia procedures for reconfirmation on 06 May 2018.
The following are represented on Technical Committee PL-021:
Association of Accredited Certification Bodies
Australian Building Codes Board
Chemistry Australia
Energy Networks Australia
Engineers Australia
Local Government New Zealand
Plastics Industry Pipe Association of Australia
Plastics New Zealand
Water New Zealand
Water Services Association of Australia.

Scope

This Standard specifies requirements for rectangular and circular UPVC downpipe and fittings for the disposal of rainwater. Such pipes and fittings are suitable for external or internal use above ground where the head of water does not exceed 15 m.

NOTE: Alternative methods for determining compliance with this Standard are given in Appendix A.

General Product Information

Published
Document Type	Standard
Status	Current
Publisher	Standards Australia
ProductNote	Reconfirmed 25/05/2018. This standard has been reconfirmed in Australia in 2018 and remains current in New Zealand. Reconfirmation Notice 25/05/2018
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ISBN
Committee	WS-020
Supersedes	AS 1273.2-1974 AS 1273.1-1974 DR 90101