API 15LE : 2008 : R2013

Table of Contents

1 Scope
  1.1 Purpose
  1.2 Applications
  1.3 Unit Conversion
2 References
  2.1 General
  2.2 Requirements
  2.3 Equivalent Standards
3 Glossary (Definitions, Abbreviations)
  3.1 Definitions
  3.2 Abbreviations
4 Purchasing Guidelines
  4.1 General
5 Design
  5.1 Design
  5.2 Dimensions and Tolerances
6 Process of Manufacture
  6.1 Process of Manufacture
  6.2 Materials
  6.3 Rework Material
  6.4 Fittings
  6.5 Finish and Workmanship
7 Quality Program
  7.1 Quality Manual
  7.2 Quality Control Tests
  7.3 Inspection and Rejection
8 Equipment Marking
  8.1 General
9 Handling, Storage and Installation
  9.1 Storage
  9.2 Handling
  9.3 Installation
Annex A (informative) - Conversions
Annex B (informative) - External Pressure Rating
                        (Collapse Pressure)
Annex C (informative) - Cross-linked Polyethylene
Annex D (informative) - API Monogram
Annex E (informative) - Installation

Abstract

Describes standards for polyethylene (PE) line pipe suitable for use in conveying oil, gas and non-potable water in underground, above ground and reliner applications for the oil and gas producing industries.

General Product Information

Published
Document Type	Standard
Status	Current
Publisher	American Petroleum Institute
ProductNote	Reconfirmed 2013
Pages
ISBN