Technical data

1.) Clean the area to be fused by removing dirt,
mud, and other debris from pipe ends (pay close
attention to the drill mud residue in trenchless
applications). Clean water can be used for initial
cleaning prior to scraping and isopropyl alcohol is
recommended after scraping if necessary.
2.) Check the pipe for out-of-round condition. If the
area to be fused is found to be out -of -round, take
the appropriate steps to bring the fusion area back
within the required tolerances. Use a .015”
feeler gauge to check interface gap
3.) Before placing the fitting use a hole saw
and cut an entrance hole that is smaller than
the inside diameter of the branch saddle for
the T-Clamp to be inserted through.
4.) Identify the location of the fitting to be installed
on the pipe and mark the area with a non-greasy
marker.
Electrofusion Joining Procedures for Branch Saddle Fittings
(for use with T-Clamp )
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