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Schedule 40 NEMA vs. Sch 40 ASTM D1785 pipe in Concrete column

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Schedule 40 NEMA vs. Sch 40 ASTM D1785 pipe in Concrete column

Schedule 40 NEMA vs. Sch 40 ASTM D1785 pipe in Concrete column

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A contractor placed a 3" schedule 40 NEMA pipe in a column for the drainage system. The specs call for ASTM D1785. Will this be a problem? What concerns would the client have with this type of error?

RE: Schedule 40 NEMA vs. Sch 40 ASTM D1785 pipe in Concrete column

Compare the 2 ASTM's to see if the pipes are equal.

RE: Schedule 40 NEMA vs. Sch 40 ASTM D1785 pipe in Concrete column

D1785 is considered a pressure pipe whereas NEMA is a conduit for wiring. Dimensionally they're both the same.

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