Elson EPS LEAD FREE User manual

WaterMark
Standard AS/NZS 2537.2
WMKA21276
TM
WaterMark
Standard AS 2492
WMKA21274
TM
MANUAL
EPS PEX
EPS WATER
PEX PLUMBING SYSTEM
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EPS LEAD FREE CRIMP
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EPS LEAD FREE CRIMP
Version 2.4
* Elson Lead Free copper alloy products are 99.9% Lead Free and contain less than 0.1% Lead by weight.
99.9% Lead Free
LF
< 0.1% Pb

ABOUT ELSON
Elson is an Australian owned and operated company since 1993 with our head office and national distribution
centre based in Minchinbury NSW. Elson plumbing products are designed specifically for the Australian
market. We have been manufacturing quality plumbing and brassware products since 1999 in our own ISO
9001 certified factory. Elson set a higher quality benchmark by introducing 99.9% Lead Free DR Brass plumbing
products in 2016 with the launch of elson LEAD FREE PRESS fittings and we have continued to expand our Lead
Free range to include Water Meter Ball Valves, PRV Boundary Valves, Hot Water Valves – PRVs, PLVs & Non-
Return Isolating Valves, Press Ball Valves, Dual Check Valves, BUSHPEX Ball Valves, elson innovative Union Ball
Valves, and Elson EPS LEAD FREE* CRIMP WATER & GAS DUAL PEX Plumbing System, EPS LEAD FREE* PUSH-
FIT PEX Plumbing System. Elson has established a reputation for quality without compromise. We continue to
develop our product ranges with innovative quality plumbing products.
LEAD FREE
Elson is the leading manufacturer providing LEAD FREE Plumbing Solutions.
Our journey as being the leading manufacturer of 99.9% lead free plumbing products began in 2016 well
before the initiative by ABCB to implement the reduction of lead in Australian plumbing copper alloy products
for drinking water to 0.25% by weight. Our Lead free copper alloy products contain a maximum of 0.1%
lead by weight setting a higher benchmark than the new standard requirements to be mandatory on the 1st
September 2025.
Elson use the term lead free for products that we manufacture with less than 0.1% lead. We have adopted the
United States of America plumbing industry recognized term for copper alloys containing less than 0.25% lead
as being lead free. Our 99.9% Lead free copper alloy products meet the More Stringent European Lead Free
Guideline of containing less than 0.1% by weight. The Australian Building Codes Board in July 2021 released
an advisory notice in regards to upcoming changes to the National Construction Code NCC2022 and future
amendments to Australian standards & AS/ NZS 4020.
ABCB also sent out an advisory notice in November 2021. “Watermark Certification Scheme Advisory Notice
Lead free requirements for certain plumbing products”
“The Australian Building Codes Board (ABCB) decided to limit the allowable lead content in plumbing
products, which contain copper alloys and are intended for use in contact with drinking water, to a weighted
average lead content of not more than 0.25%. Drinking water is defined in the NCC as “water intended
primarily for human consumption but which has other domestic uses”.
The lead free requirements were set out in clause A5G4 (2) of the NCC 2022, Volume Three Public Comment”
Elson have been manufacturing 99.9% Lead Free products since 2016.
Elson lead Free* copper alloy products are 99.9% Lead Free and contain less than 0.1% Lead by weight.
99.9% Lead Free
< 0.1% Pb

EPS LEAD FREE*CRIMP Water & Gas Dual Pex Plumbing System
EPS Crimp fittings are manufactured from Lead Free DR Brass.
Benefits to You: CLEAN HEALTHY DRINKING WATER
• Contribute to provide clean healthy drinking water in contact with lead free brass
products.
• AS 4020 Materials in contact with drinking water compliance.
• Compliance to lead free brass guideline limit under 0.1% lead.
Caring for our ENVIRONMENT
• Elson lead free brass products offer an environmentally friendly advantage
while still maintaining the proven product quality you expect from Elson
Australasia.
Our specially formulated lead-free brass alloy keeps the other properties you
expect from brass the same.
• Lead free brass can be recycled maintaining the environmental benefits.
Elson EPS LEAD FREE CRIMP Water & Gas Dual Pex plumbing system has been designed with high strength pex
pipe for hot and cold water applications & pex-al pipe for gas applications.
99.9% Lead Free
< 0.1% Pb
* Elson Lead Free copper alloy products are 99.9% Lead Free and contain less than 0.1% Lead by weight.
EPS PEX
99.9% Lead Free
< 0.1% Pb
EPS PEX
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Contents
EPS LEAD FREE
CRIMP WATER & GAS SYSTEM ................................................................................
EPS LEAD FREE
CRIMP WATER & GAS DUAL PEX Fittings ................................................................
EPS LF CRIMP WATER
- EPS CRIMP Pex Water Pipe .................................................................................
- Installation Requirements ..................................................................................
- Technical Information ........................................................................................
- Frequently Asked Questions .............................................................................
- Jointing Instructions ..........................................................................................
PRODUCT LISTING
- Fittings ...............................................................................................................
- Water Pipe .........................................................................................................
- Tools & Accessories ............................................................................................
Warranty ................................................................................................................
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The EPS LEAD FREE* Crimp Water & Gas Dual PEX Plumbing System.
Suitable for both Water & Gas applications.
EPS 99.9% LEAD FREE Crimp fittings have been designed to be dual purpose for both water and gas
applications. Combined with either EPS pex water pipes or EPS Pex-Al Gas pipes. Connection to
either pipe is fast and easy using EPS crimping tools. Same tool for both water and gas.
Benefits of EPS 99.9% Lead Free Crimp water & gas dual PEX plumbing system
- 99.9% Lead Free
- Dual approved fittings for both water and gas
- Leak before crimp design
- Fast, Easy and Secure Installation
The EPS LEAD FREE* CRIMP WATER & GAS DUAL PEX plumbing system is manufactured and tested to
comply with AS/NZS 2537.2, AS 2492 & AS/NZS 5601.
EPS PEX
EPS PEX
99.9% Lead Free
< 0.1% Pb
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EPS 99.9% LEAD FREE
CRIMP WATER AND GAS DUAL FITTINGS
Elson EPS LEAD FREE Crimp fittings are manufactured in our ISO 9001 Certified Factory. Elson EPS Crimp
water & Gas Dual fittings use only LF DR BRASS <0.1% Pb (Dezincification Resistant) which is batch tested and
conforms to AS 2345. Fittings with a Copper Crimp ring have two pipe engagement witness holes. All fittings
have stamped detail into their Copper Crimp Rings clearly showing Brand, Size, Pressure Rating, Standards
and watermark certificate Number. Lead Free Identification stamping also appears on the brass fitting where
possible or it will display the letters “LF”. Elson EPS Crimp water & gas dual fittings have been tested and
approved in accordance with the Australian and New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 2537.2 with watermark
certificate WMKA 21276.
Benefits of EPS 99.9% LF Crimp Water & Gas fittings
• Leak-Before-Crimp feature, un-crimped joints can be easily located and identified during pressure testing as
per AS/NZS 3500.
• Dual approved for water and gas.
• Same tool for both water and gas.
• Crimp rings are designed with witness holes to ensure correct engagement of pipe.
• Full protection cap for copper crimp ring.
• Crimp rings are attached to the fittings. No more rings falling off.
• Fast and easy installation process.
• Specially designed and engineered EPS Crimp Tools - Battery and Manual.
• Range sizes 16mm/20mm/25mm/32mm.
• 25 year warranty against manufacturing defects.
EPS PEX pipes are manufactured from virgin material to exceed the
performance requirements of AS 2492. EPS PEX pipe is the preferred
choice for hot and cold potable water and recycled water applications.
EPS crosslinked polyethylene pipes are manufactured by changing
the polymer which chemically links the molecular structure to form a
three dimensional, cross-linked structure. This process increases the
durability, temperature and pressure capacity. EPS PEX pipe provides
flexibility with improved mechanical, thermal and chemical properties.
EPS PEX WATER PIPE PROPERTIES
EPS PEX 99.9% Lead Free
< 0.1% Pb
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EPS Pex Pipe benefits
• EPS PEX pipe has a larger internal bore for better flow
• Low water flow noise.
• Reduced water hammer compared to metal pipes.
• Higher resistance to surge pressures.
• Resistant to freezing and has high impact strength.
• Chemical resistance to glycols, latex paints, silicone and most acids and bases.
• Proven long life and durability.
• Light weight and easy to install.
• Sizes 16,20,25 & 32mm.
• Colours black, red, lilac & green.
• Coils and Straight lengths available.
• Coils provide faster installation, less joints and cost saving.
• EPS pipe is compatible with both - EPS Crimp & EPS Push-Fit fittings.
Black – Suitable for potable hot and cold water in domestic and commercial applications.
Red – Specifically for hot water lines.
Lilac – Specifically for recycled, non-potable water.
Green – Specifically for Rainwater.
Maximum Working Pressure
EPS Pipe is manufactured to AS/NZS 2492 and designed
to a maximum working pressure of 1600 kPa @20°C
Exposure to heat
Exposure to excessive heat can damage the integrity of the pipe and joint and will significantly reduce the
service life of the EPS plumbing system. Be mindful of exposure to radiant heat sources i.e. high wattage
lighting and other radiant heat sources. While welding or soldering during construction and maintenance
in close proximity to the EPS Plumbing system. EPS Plumbing system exposed to heat emissions must be
permanently protected. Never expose EPS plumbing system to a naked flame. Replace all pipe and fittings that
have been compromised due to direct or radiant heat. Always follow required installation procedure as per
AS/NZS 3500.
Temperature °C Maximum Working
Pressure (KPa)
20° C 1600 kPa
60° C 1190 kPa
70° C 1090 kPa
* Elson Lead Free copper alloy products are 99.9% Lead Free and contain less than 0.1% Lead by weight.
EPS LEAD FREE* CRIMP WATER - EPS Pex Water Pipe
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EPS PEX
99.9% Lead Free
< 0.1% Pb

CARE & HANDLING
EPS LEAD FREE* CRIMP Pipe & fittings. Must be protected from damage through all stages of the process from
transport to storage and installation in accordance with AS/NZS3500. Provision for pipe and fittings protection
includes but is not limited to the following:
• Care must be taken to keep the pipe and fittings free of grit, dirt, dust, sand and any foreign matter.
• Pipe must be protected from physical damage. Including cuts, abrasions, dents, kinks, tears, holes, etc.
• Pipes, either black, red, green or lilac, must not be installed in direct sunlight.
• Pipe must be protected from long term or permanent U.V. exposure, by way of lagging, or encasing in a
conduit etc.
• Pipe and fittings must be protected from excessive heat or burning, chemical / solvent attack, animal or
rodent attack, machinery damage, other external threats, etc.
• Pipe must never be installed where it could be exposed to a naked flame. In accordance with AS/NZS3500,
all plastic pipe for water supply must be protected from excessive ambient heat.
• In chemical or corrosive environments, pipe must be protected, fittings must be wrapped, and sealed,
protected this includes all underground installations for all fittings.
Important!
• Pipe expansion and contraction needs to be accommodated during installation to allow for movement
due to thermal Linear Expansion. Failure to do so may exceed the torsional pull-out allowances on fittings
resulting in leakage. Refer to the Pipe Specification Chart for the Thermal Expansion Co-efficient.
• EPS pipe is flexible but requires care when bending to avoid kinks or other permanent deformation that may
restrict flow or put undue pressure on joints. If the pipe is kinked or damaged in any way it must be cut-out
and replaced.
• Elson EPS Crimp profile pipe bends are available when required. Refer to the Pipe Specification Chart for
minimum bending radius.
• Connecting Barb soldered connection require special attention. Solder the brass connection barb first then
allow to cool before jointing.
• In accordance with AS/NZS 3500, regions with extreme hot or cold temperatures, require appropriate
insulation for protection and compliance. Consideration should also be given to insulating the pipe for
energy efficiency as well as the prevention of condensation which can occur in hot and cold lines.
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENT
* Elson Lead Free copper alloy products are 99.9% Lead Free and contain less than 0.1% Lead by weight.
EPS LEAD FREE* CRIMP WATER - EPS Pex Water Pipe
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EPS PEX 99.9% Lead Free
< 0.1% Pb

Pipe support and clipping
Pipe support and clipping, both vertically and horizontally is required to ensure conformance for vibration,
excessive tension, torsion or compressive stresses on fittings and pipe. Refer to Pipe Specification Chart for
spacing.
• Pipe penetrations through timber and steel frames and concrete sections must conform and may require
protection using grommets, fire collars, sleeving or wrapping. Holes, notches and cut-outs must be
accurately drilled “in-line” to allow movement for expansion and contraction of the pipe and fittings
so joints are not exposed to excessive stress. Refer to Pipe Specification Chart for timber frame cut-out
limitations.
• Pipe expansion and contraction needs to be accommodated during installation to allow for movement
due to thermal Linear Expansion. Failure to do so may exceed the torsional pull-out allowances on fittings
resulting in leakage. Refer to the Pipe Specification Chart for the Thermal Expansion Co-efficient.
• EPS pipe is flexible but requires care when bending to avoid kinks or other permanent deformation that may
restrict flow or put undue pressure on joints. If the pipe is kinked or damaged in any way it must be cut-out
and replaced. EPS Push-Fit elbows are recommended for tight bends.
Refer to the Pipe Specification Chart for minimum bending radius and tools for bending.
• In accordance with AS/NZS 3500 regions with extreme hot or cold temperatures require appropriate product
selection and/or insulation for protection and compliance. Consideration should also be given to insulating
the pipe for energy efficiency as well as the prevention of condensation which can occur in hot and cold
lines. Hot water lines require insulation / lagging – Refer to AS/NZS 3500.
Clipping Distance
Pipe support and clipping, both vertically and horizontally is required to ensure conformance for vibration,
excessive tension, torsion or compressive stresses on fittings and pipe. Refer to Pipe Specification Chart for
spacing.
Pipe Size Horizontal Vertical
16mm 600mm 1200mm
20mm 700mm 1400mm
25mm 750mm 1500mm
32mm 850mm 1700mm
* Elson Lead Free copper alloy products are 99.9% Lead Free and contain less than 0.1% Lead by weight.
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EPS PEX
99.9% Lead Free
< 0.1% Pb

Minimum Bend Radius
10 x the outside diameter of pipe
Underground Installation/Concrete slabs
NOTE: It is a requirement to pressure test the pipe and fittings in accordance with AS/NZS 3500 prior to
burying or concealing the EPS Plumbing System. Underground installation of EPS pipe and fittings must be in
accordance with AS/NZS 3500 including but not limited to the following:
• Minimum buried depth required by standards.
• Minimum pipe separation distance.
• Wrapping and protection.
• Conduit sleeving through slab penetration.
• Underground Piping installation recommended with no joints.
• Concrete slab piping must be continuous with no Joints.
Exposure to UV Rays.
Pipe must be protected from long term or permanent U.V. exposure, by way of lagging, or encasing in a
conduit. AS/NZS 3500 outlines installation practices and considerations the installer must abide by.
EPS PEX pipe is specifically designed for the EPS CRIMP plumbing system in conformance with AS 2492 with
watermark certificate WMKA21274. EPS PEX pipe is compatible with all two EPS jointing systems for water
including:
• EPS LF Crimp • EPS LF Push-Fit
System Testing
Pipe and joint system testing must be carried out in accordance with AS/NZS 3500 and any other applicable
local authority requirements prior to burying or concealing the EPS Pex Plumbing System. It is the
responsibility of the Licensed Installer to ensure that all joints and fittings are inspected, tested and checked
for leaks to ensure safety and compliance. It is recommended to incorporate a checking procedure to ensure
that each joint has been correctly and completely jointed.
ELECTROCUTION WARNING!
The potential threat of electrocution and death must be recognised if an earth line is disconnected by cutting
metal pipes. ALWAYS check with a licenced electrician prior to proceeding.
Pipe Size Horizontal
16mm 160mm
20mm 200mm
25mm 250mm
32mm 320mm
* Elson Lead Free copper alloy products are 99.9% Lead Free and contain less than 0.1% Lead by weight.
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EPS PEX 99.9% Lead Free
< 0.1% Pb

Ring Mains/Recirculating Hot Water Systems
If not configured correctly, the entire plumbing system may have a dramatically reduced service life.
Recirculating Hot Water Systems or Ring Mains minimise the time it takes to get hot water to reach an
appliance or outlet. It is also known that the continuous flow of water with exposure to high temperatures
and high velocity makes this a very extreme and demanding application, whether using copper, Pex, or other
piping materials.
To ensure system service life is maximised and to cater for the performance tolerances of heat sources, the
following installation and water quality guidelines must be followed on any circulating hot water systems
using EPS plumbing system in order to maintain the product warranty.
Maximum pressure within the ring mains / recirculating hot water systems must be limited 500kPa (as per AS/
NZS 3500).
Maximum water temperature must not exceed 60°C.
The pipe work design and recirculating pumps must be sized to limit the water velocity to the requirement of
AS/NZS 3500 for non-metallic piping. Where copper pipe is part of the installation, the velocity restrictions for
this material is extremely critical and must not be exceeded.
A timer controlled recirculation pump must be used with a maximum circulation time of 12 hours per 24-hour
period. All pipe work should be insulated and the recirculating pump must be thermostatically controlled, to
further reduce stress on the system and minimise energy consumption.
The system layout of pipework and fittings should be designed with long wide sweeping pipe bends with
limited use of fittings.
Water quality - Australian city potable water reticulation systems as defined in the Australian Drinking Water
Guidelines.
March 2023
elson EPS CRIMP PEX Technical Information
Outside Diameter For SDR9 PEX (mm)
Internal Diameter For SDR9 PEX (mm)
Wall Thickness For SDR9 PEX (mm)
Nominal Pressure / Ambient Temp
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Min Bend Radius (mm)
Colours Available
Coil Sizes Metres (Black, Red, Lilac, Green)
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16.0 - 16.3
11.4 - 12.3
2.0 - 2.3
1600kPa @ 20
o
C
AS 2492 / AS/NZS 2537.2
WMKA 21274 / WMKA 21276
600 / 1200
160
Black, Red, Lilac, Green
25m Black / 50m All / 100m Black
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1.53mm / metre / 10
o
C
70
o
C @ 1090kPa
60
o
C @ 1190kPa
20.0 - 20.3
14.6 - 15.7
2.3 - 2.7
1600kPa @ 20
o
C
AS 2492 / AS/NZS 2537.2
WMKA 21274 / WMKA 21276
700 / 1400
200
Black, Red, Lilac, Green
25m Black / 50m All / 100m Black
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1.53mm / metre / 10
o
C
70
o
C @ 1090kPa
60
o
C @ 1190kPa
25.0 - 25.3
18.6 - 19.7
2.8 - 3.2
1600kPa @ 20
o
C
AS 2492 / AS/NZS 2537.2
WMKA 21274 / WMKA 21276
750 / 1500
250
Black, Red, Lilac, Green
25m Black & Red / 50m All
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1.53mm / metre / 10
o
C
70
o
C @ 1090kPa
60
o
C @ 1190kPa
32.0 - 32.3
23.8 - 25.1
3.6 - 4.1
1600kPa @ 20
o
C
AS 2492 / AS/NZS 2537.2
WMKA 21274 / WMKA 21276
850 / 1700
320
Black
25m & 50m All
5m Black
1.53mm / metre / 10
o
C
70
o
C @ 1090kPa
60
o
C @ 1190kPa
* Elson Lead Free copper alloy products are 99.9% Lead Free and contain less than 0.1% Lead by weight.
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EPS PEX
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< 0.1% Pb

Pressure Loss
Pressure loss calculations using the Hazen-Williams equation. The pressure loss was calculated for both the
internal mean inside diameter of SDR 9 of AS/NZS 2492:2007. To generate the theoretical calculations, the
following assumptions were applied:
• Friction coefficient of plastic pipe at 15.5°C was taken as 140.
• The internal diameter used for calculation was taken at the theoretical mean diameter as per the
manufacturing tolerances featured in Table 3.1 of AS/NZS 2492:2007 for SDR 9.
The following is a list of limitations of the Hazen-Williams equations but not limited to:
• Published literature suggests that the Hazen-Williams equation is reliable for water at 15.5°C with velocity
flow less than 10 feet/s or 3.048 m/s.
• Changes in water temperature, density and media will alter the pressure loss.
• Installation where pipework which is curved or bent could alter the internal diameter.
• Installation of fitting and valves within pipeline network.
• Variations in manufacturing tolerances of wall thickness and internal diameter of the PEX pipe in each SDR
class.
• Variations in the actual internal surface friction coefficient.
When used to calculate the head loss with the International System of Units, the equation becomes:
Where:
• S = Hydraulic slope • hf = head loss in meters (water) over the length of pipe
• L = length of pipe in meters • Q = volumetric flow rate, m3/s (cubic meters per second)
• C = pipe roughness coefficient • d = inside pipe diameter, m (meters)
Note: pressure drop can be computed from head loss as hf × the unit weight of water (e.g., 9810 N/m3 at 4 deg C)
Source: Wikipedia
Hazen Williams equation
Only reliable for water at 15.5 degrees celcius with velocity ow less than 10 feet/s or 3.048 m/s
0.01
0.1
1
10
100
1000
11.00.01
Pressure Loss (kPa/m)
Flow Rate (L/s)
Pressure Loss PEX SDR 9
0.30
0.10
0.15
0.20
0.25
0.40
1.0
0.50
1.75
1.5
1.25
2
DN16
DN20
DN25
DN32
Water Temperature +15.5 ℃
Hazen Williams Coefficient 140
* Elson Lead Free copper alloy products are 99.9% Lead Free and contain less than 0.1% Lead by weight.
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EPS PEX 99.9% Lead Free
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FAQ
Can EPS pipe be installed under a slab?
YES – with the following requirements
• Installation in accordance with AS/NZS 3500.
• Installed within Elson corrugated sleeve conduit.
• Must be sleeved when penetrating through a slab.
• Installed in a single continuous length without fittings.
Can EPS pipe be used for underground cold water service applications?
YES – when installed in accordance with AS/NZS 3500 requirements.
Can EPS pipe and fittings be used to connect solar panels to the storage tank?
NO – Australian Standards do NOT allow PE-X Pipe to be used on the flow or return lines between solar panels
and solar storage vessels.
Is there anything I need to do before using a Manual Crimp Tool?
YES - follow all of these important steps below:
• Ensure that the tool is compatible with EPS Pex Pipe and Elson EPS Crimp Pex Fittings.
• Ensure the tool is good working order.
• Ensure that the jaws align and have no gap when closed.
• Ensure that the jaws are clean, free of defects and debris.
• Refer to Jointing Procedure in this manual for correct method.
Is there anything I need to do before using the approved battery Crimp Tool?
YES – follow all of these important steps below:
• Ensure that the tool is compatible with EPS Pex Pipe and Elson EPS Crimp pex fittings.
• Read and recognise the instructions contained in the manual.
• Ensure the correct jaws match the tool, the pipe and the fittings.
• Inspect the tool to ensure if functions properly.
• Inspect the jaws to ensure they’re clean, dry, and free of dirt.
* Elson Lead Free copper alloy products are 99.9% Lead Free and contain less than 0.1% Lead by weight.
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EPS PEX
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If the battery Crimp Tool does not fully compress what must I do?
• Release the trigger and jaws by actuating the retract slide.
• Recharge the battery or replace with charged battery.
• Re- Crimp the joint and check with the crimp gauge.
Do I need to inspect the pipe end prior to crimping?
YES, always inspect the pipe and ensure it is cut square, has been “rounded & deburred”, has no rough edges
and the internal and external pipe is undamaged prior to crimping.
Can I use EPS Fittings with other pex pipe systems?
Elson will warrant the first joint only when transitioning to EPS Crimp system on connecting to an approved
compatible system.
Do I need to inspect the crimp fitting prior to every crimp joint?
YES – you should visually inspect each fitting to ensure it is free of any dirt and grit, the copper crimp sleeve is
properly located and all parts are undamaged - clean / replace / discard as required.
Can EPS crimp water and Gas Dual fittings be used with EPS Pex-al Gas Pipe?
YES - EPS Crimp Water and Gas Dual fittings are dual approved for water and gas.
How can I tell if the pipe has been pushed into the fitting properly?
• Inspect the fitting to ensure the pipe is visible through all two witness openings.
Do I need to check every crimp joint has been compressed properly?
YES – you should check every crimp joint has been
Compressed properly by testing with the crimp gauge.
* Elson Lead Free copper alloy products are 99.9% Lead Free and contain less than 0.1% Lead by weight.
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Jointing Instructions
Tool inspection
Manual Tools:
Must use elson EPS Manual Crimp Tools designed for EPS LEAD FREE
Water & Gas Dual Pex Plumbing System.
Visually inspect to the tool ensure it is undamaged – free of defects,
debris and corrosion. Also ensure all components are in good working
order, function correctly. Always keep tool clean, dry and lubricated.
For more details, refer to tool instructions supplied with the tools.
WARNING: An incompatible tool, incorrectly adjusted tool or
damaged jaws may result in a joint failure, tool damage or both. It
will also void the warranty!
Battery Tool:
Tested and approved tools include:
1. Novopress ACO153, The tool requires specific EPS Water and Gas
Dual Jaws to suit the Elson EPS Crimp Water & Gas Dual plumbing
system.
• Before using the battery tool it is essential that the user reads and
recognises the instructions contained in the manual included with
every tool. Make sure you are aware of the operating features and
functions.
• Ensure that only Elson compatible jaws are used to match the tool. Check the jaw matches the diameter of
the Elson Eps Crimp Water and Gas Dual Plumbing System requirements.
• Inspect and test all tools prior to use to ensure they are functioning properly.
• Visually inspect all tools and jaws to ensure they are clean, dry, free of dust, dirt, grit and corrosion.
• It is a requirement to check every crimped joint with the crimp gauge by passing the crimp gauge the copper
crimp ring to ensure proper crimping function.
• If the battery warning light comes on or any detection of incomplete crimping occurs you must change the
battery immediately, check the joint with a crimp gauge and re-crimp as necessary.
• If the crimping tool does not fully compress or the jaws do not fully close, release the trigger, actuate the
retract slide, check the tool then re-crimp the joint and check with the crimp gauge to ensure conformance.
* Elson Lead Free copper alloy products are 99.9% Lead Free and contain less than 0.1% Lead by weight.
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Jointing Procedure:
• Cut the pipe straight and square using EPS Crimp Water & Gas Dual pipe
cutters. Check for any damage to the pipe including any surface damage,
cuts, scores, abrasion, kinks, splits or heat damage. Re-cut or replace and
remove any physically damaged pipe.
• Remove protection cap visually inspect the fitting to ensure it is free of
damage, dust, dirt and grit.
• Insert the Elson EPS pipe into the Elson EPS Crimp water & Gas Dual fitting.
Ensure that the pipe is fully inserted into the fitting by viewing the pipe
through the two engagement witness holes located in the copper ring.
• For Elson Manual Crimping Tools: Centralise the Elson Manual tool – sized
to suit the pipe and fitting with jaws over the copper crimp. Slowly bring
the lever handles together closing the jaws completely compressing the
joint.
• For Elson approved Battery Crimping Tool: Align the Battery tool in center
of ring. Activate the battery tool and compress the crimp ring completely
until the jaw is closed.
• Check each joint has been compressed correctly by using the EPS Crimp
water and Gas Dual gauge. If the EPS Crimp Gauge does not pass over
the crimp ring check tooling, inspect and adjust the tool according to
instructions, then re-crimp and test.
• Pressure test the installation in accordance with AS/NZS 3500.
* Elson Lead Free copper alloy products are 99.9% Lead Free and contain less than 0.1% Lead by weight.
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* Elson Lead Free copper alloy products are 99.9% Lead Free and contain less than 0.1% Lead by weight.
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EPS LEAD FREE WATER FITTINGS
NO.1 STRAIGHT COUPLING LEAD FREE BRASS
NO.1R REDUCING COUPLING LEAD FREE BRASS
NO.2 STRAIGHT FEMALE CONNECTOR LEAD FREE BRASS
Code Description
LF21000 No.1 Straight Coupling 16mm
LF21002 No.1 Straight Coupling 20mm
LF21004 No.1 Straight Coupling 25mm
LF21006 No.1 Straight Coupling 32mm
Code Description
LF21020 No.1R Reducing Coupling 20 x 16mm
LF21022 No.1R Reducing Coupling 25 x 16mm
LF21024 No.1R Reducing Coupling 25 x 20mm
LF21026 No.1R Reducing Coupling 32 x 25mm
Code Description
LF21060 No.2 Straight Connector 16mm x 15mm FI
LF21062 No.2 Straight Connector 20mm x 15mm FI
LF21064 No.2 Straight Connector 20mm x 20mm FI
LF21070 No.2 Straight Connector 25mm x 25mm FI
LF21072 No.2 Straight Connector 32mm x 25mm FI

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NO.3 STRAIGHT MALE CONNECTOR LEAD FREE BRASS
NO.12 ELBOW LEAD FREE BRASS
Code Description
LF21040 No.3 Straight Connector 16mm x R1/2 MI
LF21058 No.3 Straight Connector 16mm x R3/4 MI
LF21042 No.3 Straight Connector 20mm x R1/2 MI
LF21044 No.3 Straight Connector 20mm x R3/4 MI
LF21046 No.3 Straight Connector 25mm x R3/4 MI
LF21050 No.3 Straight Connector 25mm x R1 MI
LF21041 No.3 Straight 16mm x G1/2 MI - Washer Seal
LF21045 No.3 Straight 20mm x G3/4 MI - Washer Seal
LF21043 No.3 Straight 16mm x G1/2 MI - Cone Seal
LF21047 NO.3 Straight 20mm x G3/4 MI - Cone Seal
LF21056 No.3 Straight Connector 32mm x R1 MI
Code Description
LF21080 No.12 Elbow 16mm
LF21082 No.12 Elbow 20mm
LF21084 No.12 Elbow 25mm
LF21086 No.12 Elbow 32mm

* Elson Lead Free copper alloy products are 99.9% Lead Free and contain less than 0.1% Lead by weight.
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NO.13 MALE ELBOW LEAD FREE BRASS
NO.14 FEMALE ELBOW LEAD FREE BRASS
NO.12R ELBOWLEAD FREE BRASS
NO.15 LUGGED FEMALE ELBOW LEAD FREE BRASS
Code Description
LF21400 No.13 Elbow 16mm x 15mm MI
LF21402 No.13 Elbow 20mm x 15mm MI
LF21404 No.13 Elbow 20mm x 20mm MI
Code Description
LF21420 No.14 Elbow 16mm x 15mm FI
LF21422 No.14 Elbow 20mm x 15mm FI
LF21424 No.14 Elbow 20mm x 20mm FI
Code Description
LF21088 No.12R Elbow DN20 x DN16
LF21092 No.12R Elbow DN25 x DN20
Code Description
LF21120 No.15BP Elbow 16mm x 15mm FI
LF21122 No.15BP Elbow 20mm x 20mm FI
NO.19BP LUGGED MALE ELBOW LEAD FREE BRASS
Code Description
LF21140 No.19BP Elbow 16mm x 15mm MI 65mm Long
LF21142 No.19BP Elbow 16mm x 15mm MI 90mm Long
LF21146 No.19BP Elbow 16mm x 15mm MI 150mm Long
LF21144 No.19BP Elbow 16mm x 15mm MI 200mm Long
LF21148 No.19BP Elbow 20mm x 15mm MI 95mm Long
LF21152 No.19BP Elbow 20mm x 15mm MI 200mm Long
LF21158 No.19BP Elbow 20mm x 20mm MI 200mm Long

* Elson Lead Free copper alloy products are 99.9% Lead Free and contain less than 0.1% Lead by weight.
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NO.24 TEE LEAD FREE BRASS
Code Description
LF21160 No.24 Tee 16mm
LF21162 No.24 Tee 20mm
LF21164 No.24 Tee 25mm
LF21166 No.24 Tee 32mm
NO.25 REDUCED CENTRE TEE LEAD FREE BRASS
NO.26 REDUCED END TEE LEAD FREE BRASS
NO.27 REDUCED CENTRE & END TEE LEAD FREE BRASS
Code Description
LF21180 No.25 Tee Reduced 20 x 20 x 16mm (16mm Centre)
LF21182 No.25 Tee Reduced 25 x 25 x 20mm (20mm Centre)
LF21188 No.25 Tee Reduced 25 x 25 x 16mm (16mm Centre)
LF21190 No.25 Tee Reduced 32 x 32 x 25mm (25mm Centre)
Code Description
LF21186 No.26 Tee Reduced 20 x 16 x 20mm (20mm Centre)
LF21194 No.26 Tee Reduced 25 x 20 x 25mm (25mm Centre)
Code Description
LF21184 No.27 Tee Reduced 20 x 16 x 16mm
(16mm Centre+16mm End)
LF21384 No.27 Tee Reduced 25 x 20 x 20mm
(20mm Centre+ 20mm End)