Viega Barrier is a cross-linked polythylene tubing for use in hot and cold water distribution applications. It has a nominal diameter of 5/16 in. to 2 in.
FLAME SPREAD RATINGS
| Test Standard |
Product Tested |
Flame Spread |
Smoke Development |
| ASTM E84 |
5/16" to 2" Viega Barrier with insulation |
<25 |
<50 |
| CAN/ULC-S102.2 |
5/16" to 2" Viega Barrier with insulation |
<25 |
<50 |
| CAN/ULC-S102.2 |
5/16" to 1/2" Viega Barrier without insulation |
<25 |
<50 |
Insulated product ratings apply only when tubing is field insulated with fiberglass insulation conforming to the following:
- ASTM E84 Listed
- Flame Spread Index of < 25
- Smoke Developed Index of < 50
- Wall thickness – minimum 1/2”
- There shall be no exposed tubing. Tubing may contain fittings which shall also be fully encased in insulation.
FIRE RATINGS
| Test Standard |
Products Covered |
Rating |
Design Number |
ASTM E119
CAN/ULC-S101
UL 263
NFPA 251
UBC 7-1 |
5/16" to 2" Viega Barrier |
1-Hour |
VL/FWDP 60-01 |
ASTM E119
CAN/ULC-S101
UL 263
NFPA 251
UBC 7-1 |
5/16" to 2" Viega Barrier |
1-Hour |
VL/FWDP 60-02 |
ASTM E119
CAN/ULC-S101
UL 263
NFPA 251
UBC 7-1 |
5/16" to 2" Viega Barrier |
2-Hour |
VL/FWDP 120-01 |
ASTM E814
CAN/ULC-S115 |
5/16" to 2" Viega Barrier |
2-Hour |
VL/FWDP 120-02 |
