SPECIALTY TUBE
OVERVIEW
Streamline® Plastic-Coated Copper Tube is manufactured in a variety of options for use when copper tube is to be buried or used in a potentially aggressive environment. Some building and insulation materials may contain chemicals that are potentially corrosive to plain copper tube, requiring it to be protected to ensure its longevity in service.
Offering
Our plastic-coated copper tube eliminates the need for on-site tape wrapping or sleeving, creating a savings on labor and ensuring a professional-looking installation. It can be used in a wide variety of situations including reclaimed water applications and the movement of natural gas.
Application
Potable/non-potable water applications, Natural Gas & Liquefied Petroleum Gas Applications, Fuel Oil Applications
Material
Streamline® Copper Tube is manufactured from UNS C12200 grade of copper.
Specifications
Coated tube is suitable for direct burial in concrete slabs
Compatible with standard solder fittings & brazing techniques
Provides protection against galvanic reaction
Approvals & Certifications
Mueller Industries’ GasShield meets the applicable requirements of the following codes:
- NFPA 54 National Fuel Gas Code*
- International Fuel Gas Code – 2006
- International Residence Code – 2006*
- CAN/CSA 149.1-05*
- Uniform Mechanical Code
*Third party certified by Intertek Testing Services
All material applicable to the production of PlumbShield copper tube meets ASTM B88 and ANSI/NSF 61 standards
Mueller Industries’ OilShield® meets the applicable requirements of the following codes:
- UL Listed to UL971, Nonmetallic Underground Piping for Flammable Liquids
- NFPA 31 Standard for the Installation of Oil-Burning Equipment
- International Residence Code – 2006*
- CAN/CSA B139*
- Uniform Mechanical Code
- International Fuel Gas Code – 2006*
DOWNLOAD RESOURCES
| Title | |
|---|---|
| GasShield – For Natural Gas & Liquified Petroleum Gas Applications – Submittal | Download |
| Lead-Free Compliance – Copper Tube and Fittings | Download |
| OilShield – For use in Fuel Oil Applications – Submittal | Download |
| PlumbShield – For use with Potable & Non-Potable Water Applications – Submittal | Download |
| Previous Streamline Plastic Coated Copper Tube XCL | Download |
| Standards – Copper Tube | Download |
| Statement of UL Recognized 48 Bar Rating | Download |
| Statement of UL Recognized 700PSI Rating | Download |
| Streamline Plastic Coated Copper Tube XCL | Download |