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M44 Distribution Valves: Selection, Installation, Field Testing, and Maintenance, Third Edition
Updated information on valve selection and installation as well as the importance of location, condition, and frequency of operation. Also includes the latest methodologies and technologies for handling, inspecting, shipping, and storing valves and their associated parts.
M44 Distribution Valves: Selection, Installation, Field Testing, and Maintenance, Third Edition (PDF)
Updated information on valve selection and installation as well as the importance of location, condition, and frequency of operation. Also includes the latest methodologies and technologies for handling, inspecting, shipping, and storing valves and their associated parts.
M49 Quarter-Turn Valves: Head Loss, Torque, and Cavitation Analysis, Fourth Edition
The purpose of this manual is to present a recommended method for calculating operating torque, head loss, and cavitation for quarter-turn valves typically used in water works service.
M49 Quarter-Turn Valves: Head Loss, Torque, and Cavitation Analysis, Fourth Edition (PDF)
The purpose of this manual is to present a recommended method for calculating operating torque, head loss, and cavitation for quarter-turn valves typically used in water works service.
M51 Air Valves: Air Release, Air/Vacuum, and Combination, Second Edition
This manual provides essential information for selecting, sizing, locating, and installing air valves in water, wastewater and reclaimed water pipeline systems.
M51 Air Valves: Air-Release, Air/Vacuum, and Combination, Second Edition (PDF)
This manual provides essential information for selecting, sizing, locating, and installing air valves in water, wastewater and reclaimed water pipeline systems.
M72 Knife Gate Valves
M72 Knife Gate Valves provides operators, technicians, and engineers with the general practice for selection and installation of manual and automated knife gate valves for use in water and wastewater applications.
M72 Knife Gate Valves (PDF)
M72 Knife Gate Valves provides operators, technicians, and engineers with the general practice for selection and installation of manual and automated knife gate valves for use in water and wastewater applications.
M75 Elastomers for Waterworks: Pipes, Valves, and Fittings
This manual presents the history and general application of elastomers in waterworks pipes, valves, and fittings. It provides guidance on generally available elastomers and products and their application.
M75 Elastomers for Waterworks: Pipes, Valves, and Fittings (PDF)
This manual presents the history and general application of elastomers in waterworks pipes, valves, and fittings. It provides guidance on generally available elastomers and products and their application.
AWWA C500-19 Metal-Seated Gate Valves for Water Supply Service
The purpose of this standard is to provide purchasers, manufacturers, and suppliers with the minimum requirements for metal-seated gate valves for water supply service, including materials, design, testing, inspection, rejection, marking, and shipping.
AWWA C504-23 Rubber-Seated Butterfly Valves
The purpose of this standard is to provide the minimum requirements for rubber-seated butterfly valves suitable for raw water, potable water, wastewater, and reclaimed water service.
AWWA C504-23 Rubber-Seated Butterfly Valves (PDF)
The purpose of this standard is to provide the minimum requirements for rubber-seated butterfly valves suitable for raw water, potable water, wastewater, and reclaimed water service.
AWWA C507-23 Ball Valves, 4 In. Through 60 In. (100 mm Through 1,500 mm)
The purpose of this standard is to provide the minimum requirements for 4 in. through 60 in. (100 mm through 1,500 mm) resilient and metal seated ball valves for water, wastewater, and reclaimed water supply service, including material, design, inspection, testing, marking, handling, and packaging for shipment.
AWWA C507-23 Ball Valves, 4 In. Through 60 In. (100 mm Through 1,500 mm) (PDF)
The purpose of this standard is to provide the minimum requirements for 4 in. through 60 in. (100 mm through 1,500 mm) resilient and metal seated ball valves for water, wastewater, and reclaimed water supply service, including material, design, inspection, testing, marking, handling, and packaging for shipment.
AWWA C508-17 Swing-Check Valves for Waterworks Service, 2 In. Through 48 In. (50 mm Through 1,200 mm) NPS
This standard describes only iron-body unassisted swing-check valves, 2-in. through 48-in. (50-mm through 1,200-mm) NPS, with mechanical-joint or flanged ends that are installed in approximately level settings in water systems.
AWWA C509-23 Resilient-Seated Gate Valves for Water Supply Service
The purpose of this standard is to provide the minimum requirements for resilient-seated gate valves for water supply service, including application, materials, design, testing, inspection, rejection, marking, and shipping.
AWWA C509-23 Resilient-Seated Gate Valves for Water Supply Service (PDF)
The purpose of this standard is to provide the minimum requirements for resilient-seated gate valves for water supply service, including application, materials, design, testing, inspection, rejection, marking, and shipping.
AWWA C512-15 Air Release, Air/Vacuum, and Combination Air Valves for Water and Wastewater Service
This standard describes 1/2 in. (13 mm) through 6 in. (150 mm) air-release valves and 1/2 in. (13 mm) through 20 in. (500 mm) air/vacuum and combination air valves having gray cast-iron or ductile-iron bodies and covers.
AWWA C515-20 Reduced-Wall, Resilient-Seated Gate Valves for Water Supply Service
This standard covers reduced wall, resilient-seated gate valves with non-rising stems (NRS) and outside screw-and-yoke (OS&Y) rising stems, including tapping gate valves, for water supply service having a temperature range of 33ºF to 125ºF (0.6ºC to 52ºC).
AWWA C515-20 Reduced-Wall, Resilient-Seated Gate Valves for Water Supply Service (PDF)
This standard covers reduced wall, resilient-seated gate valves with non-rising stems (NRS) and outside screw-and-yoke (OS&Y) rising stems, including tapping gate valves, for water supply service having a temperature range of 33� to 125�F (0.6� to 52�C).
AWWA C516-21 Large-Diameter Rubber-Seated Butterfly Valves, Sizes 78 In. (2,000 mm) and Larger
This standard establishes minimum requirements for rubber-seated butterfly valve assemblies that are 78 in. (2,000 mm) and larger in diameter with flanged ends suitable for fresh and reclaimed water having a pH range from 6 to 12 and a temperature range from 33°F to 125°F (0.6°C to 52°C), and suitable for a maximum steady-state fluid working pressure of 250 psi (1,724 kPa [gauge]), a maximum steady-state differential pressure of 250 psi (1,724 kPa), and a maximum full-open fluid velocity of 16 ft/s (4.9 m/s) based on nominal valve size in classes as defined in Sec. 1.1.1 and Sec. 1.1.2.
AWWA C516-21 Large-Diameter Rubber-Seated Butterfly Valves, Sizes 78 In. (2,000 mm) and Larger (PDF)
This standard establishes minimum requirements for rubber-seated butterfly valve assemblies that are 78 in. (2,000 mm) and larger in diameter with flanged ends suitable for fresh and reclaimed water having a pH range from 6 to 12 and a temperature range from 33 to 125�F (0.6 to 52�C), and suitable for a maximum steady-state fluid working pressure of 250 psi (1,724 kPa [gauge]), a maximum steady-state differential pressure of 250 psi (1,724 kPa), and a maximum full-open fluid velocity of 16 ft/s (4.9 m/s) based on nominal valve size in classes as defined in Sec. 1.1.1 and Sec. 1.1.2.
AWWA C517-16(R21) Resilient-Seated Cast-Iron Eccentric Plug Valves
The purpose of this standard is to provide minimum requirements for resilient-seated cast-iron eccentric plug valves, suitable for water, wastewater, and reclaimed water service, including materials, application, inspection, handling, and shipping.
AWWA C517-16(R21) Resilient-Seated Cast-Iron Eccentric Plug Valves (PDF)
The purpose of this standard is to provide minimum requirements for resilient-seated cast-iron eccentric plug valves, suitable for water, wastewater, and reclaimed water service, including materials, application, inspection, handling, and shipping.
AWWA C519-18 High-Performance Waterworks Butterfly Valves–3 In. (75 mm) Through 60 In. (1,500 mm)
The purpose of this standard is to provide the minimum requirements for ductile-iron, steel, and alloy high-performance butterfly valves suitable for raw, potable, and reclaim/reuse water service.
AWWA C520-24 Knife Gate Valves, Sizes 2 In. (50 mm) Through 96 In. (2,400 mm)
The purpose of this standard is to provide minimum requirements for stainless-steel and ductile-iron body knife gate valves with resilient and metal seats, including tapping knife gate valves, for use in water, wastewater, and reclaimed water systems, including materials, design, testing, rejection, marking, and shipping.
AWWA C520-24 Knife Gate Valves, Sizes 2 In. (50 mm) Through 96 In. (2,400 mm) (PDF)
The purpose of this standard is to provide minimum requirements for stainless-steel and ductile-iron body knife gate valves with resilient and metal seats, including tapping knife gate valves, for use in water, wastewater, and reclaimed water systems, including materials, design, testing, rejection, marking, and shipping.
AWWA C521-23 Plastic Ball Valves
The purpose of this standard is to define the minimum requirements for water supply service plastic ball valves, including materials, design, testing, and shipping.
AWWA C521-23 Plastic Ball Valves (PDF)
The purpose of this standard is to define the minimum requirements for water supply service plastic ball valves, including materials, design, testing, and shipping.
AWWA C522-22 Rotary Cone Valves, 6 In. Through 60 In. (150 mm Through 1,500 mm)
The purpose of this standard is to provide the minimum requirements for 6-in. through 60-in. (150-mm through 1,500-mm) rotary cone valves for water, wastewater, and reclaimed water supply service, including material, design, inspection, testing, marking, handling, and packaging for shipment.
AWWA C522-22 Rotary Cone Valves, 6 In. Through 60 In. (150 mm Through 1,500 mm) (PDF)
The purpose of this standard is to provide the minimum requirements for 6-in. through 60-in. (150-mm through 1,500-mm) rotary cone valves for water, wastewater, and reclaimed water supply service, including material, design, inspection, testing, marking, handling, and packaging for shipment.
AWWA C530-22 Pilot-Operated Control Valves
The purpose of this standard is to define the minimum requirements for pilot-operated control valves, including sizing considerations, design verification, testing, delivery, handling, and storage.
AWWA C530-22 Pilot-Operated Control Valves (PDF)
The purpose of this standard is to define the minimum requirements for pilot-operated control valves, including sizing considerations, design verification, testing, delivery, handling, and storage.
AWWA C541-16(R21) Hydraulic and Pneumatic Cylinder and Vane-Type Actuators for Valves and Slide Gates
This standard describes hydraulic and pneumatic linear and quarter-turn actuators for operation of valves and slide gates in utility systems.
AWWA C541-16(R21) Hydraulic and Pneumatic Cylinder and Vane-Type Actuators for Valves and Slide Gates (PDF)
This standard describes hydraulic and pneumatic linear and quarter-turn actuators for operation of valves and slide gates in utility systems.
AWWA C542-16(R21) Electric Motor Actuators for Valves and Slide Gates
The purpose of this standard is to define the minimum requirements for electric motor actuators for valves and slide gates, including sizing considerations, design, testing, delivery, handling, and storage.
AWWA C542-16(R21) Electric Motor Actuators for Valves and Slide Gates (PDF)
The purpose of this standard is to define the minimum requirements for electric motor actuators for valves and slide gates, including sizing considerations, design, testing, delivery, handling, and storage.
AWWA C550-24 Protective Interior Coatings for Valves and Hydrants
The purpose of this standard is to provide the minimum requirements for protective interior coatings for valves and hydrants, including materials, coating process, testing, and repair.
AWWA C550-24 Protective Interior Coatings for Valves and Hydrants (PDF)
The purpose of this standard is to provide the minimum requirements for protective interior coatings for valves and hydrants, including materials, coating process, testing, and repair.
AWWA C800-21 Underground Service Line Valves and Fittings
This standard covers valves, fittings, service saddles, and meter setters for use in a service line from the main through the meter valve or meter-setting appurtenance.
AWWA C800-21 Underground Service Line Valves and Fittings (PDF)
This standard covers valves, fittings, service saddles, and meter setters for use in a service line from the main through the meter valve or meter-setting appurtenance.
AWWA C519-18 High-Performance Waterworks Butterfly Valves–3 In. (75 mm) Through 60 In. (1,500 mm) (PDF)
The purpose of this standard is to provide the minimum requirements for ductile-iron, steel, and alloy high-performance butterfly valves suitable for raw, potable, and reclaim/reuse water service.
C504-80: AWWA Standard for Rubber-Seated Butterfly Valves (PDF)
This standard was made May 1954 and the latest revision occurred January 1980. ANSI approved it in January 1980. Also provided is a history of the standard, information furnished by the purchaser of valves, and the major revisions.
C509-80: AWWA Standard for Resilient-Seated Gate Valves, 3 In. Through 12 In. NPS, for Water and Sewage Systems (PDF)
This standard was made January 1980 and ANSI approved February 1980. Also provided is a history of the standard and information on use of the standard.
C509-87: AWWA Standard for Resilient-Seated Gate Valves for Water and Sewerage Systems (PDF)
This standard covers iron-body resilient-seated gate valves with non-rising stems and outside screw-and-yoke rising stems for installation in water and sewerage systems. Gate valves covered in this standard are 3 in., 4 in., 6 in., 8 in., 10 in., and 12 in., in nominal pipe size (NPS). Sizes refer to the nominal diameter, in inches, of the waterway through the inlet and outlet connections and the closure area. The design working pressure shall be 200 psi for all sizes. General information regarding definitions used, documents referenced, data to supplied by manufacturer and affidavits of compliance is supplied. The section on materials covers the physical and chemical properties of the following valve components: gray cast iron, ductile cast iron, steel brass or bronze, gaskets, O-rings, paint, and elastomers.
C504-87: AWWA Standard for Rubber-Seated Butterfly Valves (PDF)
This standard covers rubber-seated butterfly valves, 3 in. through 72 in. in diameter, with various body and end types, for fresh water having a pH greater than 6 and temperatures less than 125�F, and suitable for maximum steady-state fluid working pressure of 150 psi, a maximum steady-state differential pressure of 150 psi, and a maximum velocity of 16 ft/s.
C504-94: AWWA Standard for Rubber-Seated Butterfly Valves (PDF)
This standard covers rubber-seated butterfly valves, 3 in. (75 mm) through 72 in. (1,800 mm) in diameter, with various body and end types, for fresh water having a pH range from 6 to 10 and a temperature range from 33�F to 125�F (0.6�C to 52�C).
C509-94: AWWA Standard for Resilient-Seated Gate Valves for Water Supply Service (PDF)
This standard covers iron-body, resilient-seated gate valves, including tapping gate valves, with non-rising stems (NRS) and outside-screw-and-yoke (OS&Y) rising stems for water supply service.
C504-00: AWWA Standard for Rubber-Seated Butterfly Valves (PDF)
This standard establishes minimum requirements for rubber-seated butterfly valves, 3 in. (75 mm) through 72 in. (1,800 mm) in diameter, with various body and end types, for fresh water having a pH range from 6-12 and a temperature range from 33�F to 125�F (0.6�C to 52�C).
C509-01: AWWA Standard for Resilient-Seated Gate Valves for Water Supply Service (PDF)
This standard describes iron-body, resilient-seated gate valves with non-rising stems (NRS) and outside screw-and-yoke (OS&Y) rising stems, including tapping gate valves, for water supply service having a temperature range of 33�F to 125�F (0.6�C to 52�C). These valves are intended for applications where fluid velocity does not exceed 16 ft/sec when the valve is in full open position.
C504-06: AWWA Standard for Rubber-Seated Butterfly Valves (PDF)
This standard establishes minimum requirements for rubber-seated butterfly valves, 3 in. (75 mm) through 72 in. (1,800 mm) in diameter, with various body and end types, for freshwater having a pH range from 6-12 and a temperature range from 33�-125�F (0.6�-52�C). This standard covers rubber-seated butterfly valves suitable for a maximum steady-state fluid working pressure of 250 psi (1,723 kPa, a maximum steady-state differential pressure of 250 psi (1,723 kPa), and a maximum full open velocity of 16 ft/sec (4.9 m/sec). Valves described in this standard are provided in four body types and in classes as follows: Wafer valves, Class 150B, in sizes 3-20 in. (75-500 mm); short-body and long-body flanged valves, Class 25A, class 25B, class 75A, class 75B, class 150A, and class 150B, in sizes 3-72 in. (75-1,800 mm), and class 250B in sizes 30-48 in. (75-1,200 mm); and, mechanical-joint-end valves, Class 150B and class 250B, in sizes 3- 24 in. (75-600 mm), and class 25A, class 25B, class 75A, class 75B, class 150A, class 150B, and class 250B, in sizes 30-48 in. (750-1,200 mm). In each case, the numeric designation represents the pressure rating (the maximum steady-state fluid working pressure, in pounds per square inch gauge) and also the maximum steady-state differential pressure, in pounds per square inch, for which the valve is designed. The designations A and B define the flow-rate capabilities with the valve in the fully open position. A valves are rated for a maximum velocity of 8 ft/sec (2.4 m/sec), and B valves are rated for a maximum velocity of 16 ft/sec (4.9 m/sec) in the piping section upstream of the valve.
AWWA C530-07 Pilot-Operated Control Valves (PDF)
This standard establishes minimum requirements for pilot-operated control valves of globe, angle and wye body styles with various end connections in sizes from 1-1/2 in. through 60 in. (37.5 mm through 1,500 mm) in diameter, with water having a pH range from 6 to 9 and a temperature range from 40� to 125�F (4.4� to 52�C). The standard covers piston- and diaphragm-type valves suitable for a maximum steady-state fluid working pressure of 300 psi (2,070 kPa), a maximum steady-state differential pressure of 300 psi (2,070 kPa), and a maximum line velocity of 15 ft/sec (4.6 m/sec). The valves described in this standard are provided in three body types (globe, angle, and wye) with various pilot-operating methods in classes described as follows: Angle body type - Class 125, 150, 250, and 300, ASME flanges, National Pipe Thread (NPT) and grooved joint ends in sizes 1-1/2 to 60 in. (37.5 to 1,500 mm); Globe body type - Class 125, 150, 250, and 300, ASME flanges, NPT and grooved joint ends in sizes 1-1/2 to 60 in. (37.5 to 1,500 mm); Wye body type - Class 125, 150, 250, and 300; ASME flanges, NPT and grooved joint ends in sizes 1-1/2 to 60 in. (37.5 to 1,500 mm).
AWWA C512-07 Air-Release, Air/Vacuum, and Combination Air Valves for Waterworks Service (PDF)
This standard describes 1/2-in. (13-mm) through 6-in. (150-mm) air-release valves and 1/2-in. (13mm) through 20-in. (500-mm) air/vacuum valves and combination air valves having gray cast iron, ductile iron, carbon steel, or stainless steel bodies and covers. The valves are designed for use in water or wastewater systems with maximum design pressures of 300 psig (2,070 kPa [gauge]), liquid temperatures ranging from above freezing to a maximum of 125°F (52°C), and a liquid pH greater than 6 and less than 12.
AWWA C518-08 Dual-Disc, Swing-Check Valves for Waterworks Service (PDF)
This standard establishes minimum requirements for dual-disc swing-check valves, 2-in. (50-mm) through 48-in. (1,200-mm) NPS for clean water having a pH range from 6 to 10 and a temperature range of 33� to 125�F (0.6� to 52�C).
AWWA C500-09 Metal-Seated Gate Valves for Water Supply Service (PDF)
This standard describes iron-body, brass-mounted, non-rising-stem (NRS) gate valves, including tapping gate valves, 3-in. (75-mm) NPS through 48-in. (1,200-mm) NPS, and outside screw and yoke (OS&Y) rising-stem gate valves, 3-in. (75-mm) NPS through 24-in. (600-mm) NPS, with either double-disc gates having parallel or inclined seats, or solid-wedge gates. These valves are suitable for use in approximately level settings in water systems. These valves are intended for applications where fluid velocities do not exceed 16 ft/sec (4.9 m/sec) when the valve is in the fully open position.
AWWA C509-09 Resilient-Seated Gate Valves for Water Supply Service (PDF)
This standard describes iron-body, resilient-seated gate valves with non-rising stems (NRS) and outside screw-and-yoke (OS&Y) rising stems, including tapping gate valves, for water supply service having a temperature range of 33�F to 125�F (0.6�C to 52�C). These valves are intended for applications where fluid velocity does not exceed 16 ft/sec when the valve is in full open position.
AWWA C515-09 Reduced-Wall, Resilient-Seated Gate Valves for Water Supply Service (PDF)
This standard describes reduced-wall, resilient-seated gate valves with non-rising stems (NRS) and outside screw-and-yoke (OS&Y) rising stems, including tapping gate valves, for water supply service having a temperature range of 33� to 125�F (0.6� to 52�C). These valves are intended for applications where fluid velocity does not exceed 16 ft/sec (4.9 m/sec) when the valve is in the fully open position.
AWWA C541-08 Hydraulic and Pneumatic Cylinder and Vane-Type Actuators for Valves and Slide Gates (PDF)
This standard describes hydraulic and pneumatic cylinder and vane-type actuators for operation of valve and slide gates in utility systems.
AWWA C542-09 Electric Motor Actuators for Valves and Slide Gates (PDF)
This standard describes electric motor actuators for valves and slide gates in water, wastewater, and reclaimed water utility systems. Electric motor actuators are designed to produce a multiturn rotary motion output to actuate a multiturn valve or gate, or to actuate an external gearhead for quarter-turn valves. Electric motor actuators not requiring external gearheads for quarter-turn valves are defined in Sec. 4.4.1.2.
AWWA C517-09 Resilient-Seated Cast-Iron Eccentric Plug Valves (PDF)
This standard describes resilient-seated cast-iron eccentric plug valves, 3 in. (75 mm) through 72 in. (1,800 mm) in diameter, with flanged, grooved, or mechanical-joint ends, for water, wastewater, and reclaimed water systems having a pH range from 6 to 12 and a temperature range from 33�F to 125�F (0.6�C to 52�C). The minimum design pressure shall be 175 psi (1,208 kPa) for 3 in. through 12 in. (75 mm through 300 mm) sizes and 150 psi (1,034 kPa) for 14 in. through 72 in. (350 mm through 1,800 mm) sizes.
AWWA C516-10 Large-Diameter Rubber-Seated Butterfly Valves, Sizes 78 In. (2,000 mm) and Larger (PDF)
This standard establishes minimum requirements for rubber-seated butterfly valve assemblies, 78 in. (2,000 mm) diameter and larger with flanged ends for freshwater having a pH range of 6-12 and a temperature range of 33�F to 125�F (0.6�C to 52�C) and suitable for a maximum steady-state fluid working pressure of 150 psi (1,034 kPa [gauge]), a maximum steady-state differential pressure of 150 psi (1,034 kPa), and a maximum fully open fluid velocity of 16 ft/sec (4.9 m/sec) based on nominal valve size.
AWWA C520-10 Knife Gate Valves, Sizes 2 In. (50 mm) Through 96 In. (2,400 mm) (PDF)
This standard describes bonneted, bonnetless and one- and two-piece fabricated stainless steel and cast ductile-iron body knife gate valves with resilient or metal seats, including tapping knife gate valves, for use in water, wastewater, and reclaimed water systems with pH range from 6 to 12 and a temperature range from 33�F to 125�F (0.6�C to 52�C). The minimum design pressure shall be 150 psi (1,034 kPa) for nominal sizes 2 in. to 24 in. (50 mm-600 mm), and the minimum design pressure for nominal sizes 30 in. to 96 in. minimum (750 mm-2,400 mm) shall be 25 psi (172 kPa), 75 psi (517 kPa), and 150 psi (1,034 kPa).
AWWA C504-10 Rubber-Seated Butterfly Valves, 3 In. (75 mm) Through 72 In. (1,800 mm) (PDF)
This standard establishes minimum requirements for rubber-seated butterfly valves, 3 in. (75 mm) through 72 in. (1,800 mm) in diameter, with various body and end types, for fresh water having a pH range from 6-12 and a temperature range from 33�F to 125�F (0.6�C to 52�C).
AWWA C507-11 Ball Valves, 6 In. Through 60 In. (150 mm Through 1,500 mm) (PDF)
This standard covers gray-iron, ductile-iron, and cast-steel, flanged-end, low-leakage, shaft- or trunnion-mounted, full-port, double- and single-seated ball valves for pressures up to 150 psi (1,050 kPa) in sizes 6-in. through 60-in. (150-mm through 1,500-mm) diameter and pressures up to 300 psi (2,100 kPa) in sizes from 6-in. through 48-in. (150-mm through 1,200-mm) diameter for use in water, wastewater, and reclaimed water systems having water with a pH greater than 6 and less than 12 and with temperatures greater than 32�F (0�C) and less than 125�F (52�C). Design fluid velocity - the valve assembly shall be structurally suitable for a port fluid velocity of 35 ft/sec (10.7 m/sec) at design pressure and shall be within the allowable stresses noted in Sec. 4.3.1. Pressure class and rated/design pressure - the classes of valves discussed in this standard shall be designed for the maximum rated pressure. Rated pressure is defined as the design pressure at 100�F (38�C).
AWWA Standard Specifications for Fire Hydrants and Valves (PDF)
This standard specification covers both hydrants and valves.
AWWA 7F.1-1939: Wartime Water Works Information Standard Specifications for Gate Valves for Ordinary Water Works Service (PDF)
These specifications embrace hand-operated, inside-screw, iron body, bronze mounted gate valves of both the "double disc" and "solid wedge" type, ranging in size from 3 in. to 48 in. in diameter, for ordinary water works service in approximately level setting under operating pressures not exceeding 150 psi.
AWWA 7F.1-1939: Standard Specifications for Gate Valves for Ordinary Water Works Service (PDF)
These specifications embrace hand-operated, inside-screw, iron body, bronze-mounted gate valves of both the "double disc" and "solid wedge" type, ranging in size from 3 in. to 48 in. in diameter.
C504-54T: Tentative AWWA Standard Specifications for Rubber-Seated Butterfly Valves (PDF)
These specifications cover cast-iron and steel, flanged-end, rubber seat, tight-closure butterfly valves, 3-72 in. in size, for maximum shutoff pressures of 125 psi and maximum line velocities of 16 fps, together with torque requirements for operation.
C504-55T: Tentative AWWA Standard Specifications for Rubber-Seated Butterfly Valves (PDF)
These specifications cover cast-iron and steel, flanged-end, rubber seat, tight-closure butterfly valves, 3-72 in. in size, for maximum shutoff pressures and line velocities, together with torque requirements for operation. The valves specified are suitable for frequent operation, operation after long periods of idleness, and operation in a throttled position in water lines.
C504-58: AWWA Standard for Rubber-Seated Butterfly Valves (PDF)
This standard covers cast-iron and steel, flanged-end, rubber seat, tight-closure butterfly valves, 3-72 in, in size, for maximum shutoff pressures and line velocities as indicated in Table 1, together with torque requirements for operation.
C504-66: AWWA Standard for Rubber-Seated Butterfly Valves (PDF)
This standard covers cast-iron and ductile-iron body, rubber-seated, tight-closure butterfly valves, 3-72 in. in size, with various body types and body ends for maximum shutoff pressures and operating torques.
C504-69: AWWA Standard for Rubber-Seated Butterfly Valves (PDF)
This standard covers cast-iron and ductile-iron body, rubber-seated, tight-closure butterfly valves, 3-72 in. in size, with various body types and body ends for maximum shutoff pressures and operating torques, and for water having a pH greater than 5 and temperatures not exceeding 190�F.
C504-70: AWWA Standard for Rubber-Seated Butterfly Valves (PDF)
This standard covers cast-iron and ductile-iron body, rubber-seated, tight-closure butterfly valves, 3-72 in. in size, with various body types and body ends for maximum shutoff pressures and operating torques, and for freshwater having a pH greater than 6 and temperatures generally less than 125�F.
C504-74: AWWA Standard for Rubber-Seated Butterfly Valves (PDF)
This standard covers cast-iron and ductile-iron body, rubber-seated, tight-closure butterfly valves, 3-72 in. in size, with various body types and body ends for maximum shutoff pressures and operating torques, and for freshwater having a pH greater than 6 and temperatures generally less than 125�F.
WITHDRAWN–C505-58: AWWA Standard for Metal-Seated Butterfly Valves (PDF)
This standard covers cast-iron and steel, flanged-end, bell end, and mechanical-joint end metal-seated butterfly valves 3-72 in. in size, for maximum shutoff pressures and line velocities, together with torque requirements for operation. The valves specified are suitable for frequent operation, operation after long periods of idleness, and operation in a throttled position in water lines.
AWWA C530-12 Pilot-Operated Control Valves (PDF)
This standard establishes minimum requirements for pilot-operated control valves of globe, angle and wye body styles with various end connections in sizes from 1-1/2 in. through 60 in. (37.5 mm through 1,500 mm) in diameter, with water having a pH range from 6 to 9 and a temperature range from 40�F to 125�F (4.4�C to 52�C). The standard covers piston- and diaphragm-type valves suitable for a maximum steady-state fluid working pressure of 300 psi (2,070 kPa), a maximum steady-state differential pressure of 300 psi (2,070 kPa), and a maximum line velocity of 15 ft/sec (4.6 m/sec).
AWWA C800-12 Underground Service Line Valves and Fittings (PDF)
This standard covers valves, fittings, service saddles, and meter setters for use in service line from the main through the meter valve or meter setting appurtenance. Valves, fittings, and meter setters described in this standard include 1/2 in. (12.5 mm) through 2 in. (50.8 mm). Service saddles described have outlet sizes 1/2 in. (12.5 mm) through 2 in. (50.8 mm) and fit mains of 2 in. (50.8 mm) through 12 in. (304.8 mm). Valves include corporation stops and curb stops. Fittings include various types of couplings and adapters. Service saddles include various types of devices circumferentially attached to the main. Meter setters include various configurations of copper tubing, valves, and fittings for the holding of 5/8-in. (15.875 mm) through 2-in. (50.8mm) meters.
AWWA C550-13 Protective Interior Coatings for Valves and Hydrants (PDF)
This standard describes protective interior coatings for valves used for water supply, wastewater collection and treatment, and reclaimed water service having a pH range from 4 to 9; and for hydrants used for water supply service. The standard describes the material, application, and performance requirements for these interior coatings. The coating shall not contain coal tar. These coatings are applied for protection of ferrous surfaces of valves and hydrants.
AWWA C518-13 Dual-Disc, Swing-Check Valves for Waterworks Service (PDF)
This standard establishes minimum requirements for dual-disc swing-check valves, 2-in. (50- mm) through 48-in. (1,200-mm) NPS for clean water having a pH range from 6 to 10 and a temperature range of 33�F to 125�F (0.6�C to 52�C).
AWWA C520-14 Knife Gate Valves, Sizes 2 In. (50 mm) Through 96 In. (2,400 mm) (PDF)
This standard describes bonneted, bonnetless and one- and two-piece fabricated stainless-steel and cast ductile-iron body knife gate valves with resilient or metal seats, including tapping knife gate valves, for use in water, wastewater, and reclaimed water systems with pH range from 6 to 12 and a temperature range from 33�F to 125�F (0.6�C to 52�C).
AWWA C516-14 Large-Diameter Rubber-Seated Butterfly Valves, Sizes 78 In. (2,000 mm) and Larger (PDF)
This standard establishes minimum requirements for rubber-seated butterfly valve assemblies, 78 in. (2,000 mm) diameter and larger with flanged ends for fresh and reclaimed water having a pH range from 6-12 and a temperature range from 33�F to 125�F (0.6� C to 52�C) and suitable for a maximum steady-state fluid working pressure of 250 psi (1724 kPa [gauge]), a maximum steady-state differential pressure of 250 psi (1724 kPa), and a maximum full open fluid velocity of 16 ft/sec (4.9 m/sec) based on nominal valve size.
AWWA C800-14 Underground Service Line Valves and Fittings (PDF)
This standard covers valves, fittings, service saddles, and meter setters for use in service lines from the main through the meter valve or meter-setting appurtenance. Valves, fittings, and meter setters described in this standard include 1/2 in. (12.5 mm) through 2 in. (50.8 mm). Service saddles described have outlet sizes 1/2 in. (12.5 mm) through 2 in. (50.8 mm) and fit mains of 2 in. (50.8 mm) through 12 in. (304.8 mm). Valves include corporation stops and curb stops. Fittings include various types of couplings and adapters. Service saddles include various types of devices circumferentially attached to the main. Meter setters include various configurations of copper tubing, valves, and fittings for the holding of 5/8-in. (15.875-mm) through 2-in. (50.8-mm) meters.
AWWA C507-15 Ball Valves, 6 In. Through 60 In. (150 mm Through 1,500 mm) (PDF)
This standard covers gray-iron, ductile-iron, and cast-steel flanged-end, low-leakage, shaft- or trunnion-mounted, full-port, double- and single-seated ball valves for pressures up to 150 psi (1,050 kPa) in sizes from 6-in. through 60-in. (150-mm through 1,500-mm) diameter for use in water systems having fresh water with a pH greater than 6 and less than 12 and with temperatures greater than 32�F (0�C) and less than 125�F (52�C).
AWWA C504-15 Rubber-Seated Butterfly Valves (PDF)
This standard covers rubber-seated butterfly valves, 3 in. (75 mm) through 72 in. (1,800 mm) in diameter, with various body and end types, for fresh and reclaimed water having a pH range from 6 to 12 and a temperature range from 33� to 125�F (0.6� to 52�C).
AWWA C512-15 Air-Release, Air/Vacuum, and Combination Air Valves for Water and Wastewater Service (PDF)
This standard describes 1/2 in. (13 mm) through 6 in. (150 mm) air-release valves and 1/2 in. (13 mm) through 20 in. (500 mm) air/vacuum and combination air valves having gray cast-iron or ductile-iron bodies and covers.
AWWA C509-15 Resilient-Seated Gate Valves for Water Supply Service (PDF)
The standard applies to iron-body resilient-seated gate valves with non-rising stems (NRS) and outside screw-and-yoke (OS&Y) rising stems, including tapping gate valves, for water supply service having a temperature range of 33�F to 125�F (0.6�C to 52�C).
AWWA C515-15 Reduced-Wall, Resilient-Seated Gate Valves for Water Supply Service (PDF)
The standard applies to reduced wall, resilient-seated gate valves with non-rising stems and outside screw-and-yoke rising stems, including tapping gate valves, for water supply service having a temperature range of 33�F to 125�F (0.6�C to 52�C).
AWWA C541-16 Hydraulic and Pneumatic Cylinder and Vane-Type Actuators for Valves and Slide Gates (PDF)
This standard describes hydraulic and pneumatic cylinder and vane-type actuators for operation of valve and slide gates in utility systems.
AWWA C542-16 Electric Motor Actuators for Valves and Slide Gates (PDF)
This standard describes electric motor actuators that are externally mounted on gate, ball, plug, cone, globe, and butterfly valves and on slide gates suitable for use in water, wastewater, and reclaimed water facilities.
AWWA C517-16 Resilient-Seated Cast-Iron Eccentric Plug Valves (PDF)
This standard describes resilient-seated cast-iron eccentric plug valves, 3 in. (75mm) through 72 in. (1,800 mm) in diameter, with flanged, grooved, or mechanical-joint ends for water having a pH range from 6 to 12 and a temperature range from 33�F to 125�F (0.6�C to 52�C).
AWWA C508-17 Swing-Check Valves for Waterworks Service, 2 In. Through 48 In. (50 mm Through 1,200 mm) NPS (PDF)
This standard describes only iron-body unassisted swing-check valves, 2-in. through 48-in. (50-mm through 1,200-mm) NPS, with mechanical-joint or flanged ends that are installed in approximately level settings in water systems.
AWWA C550-17 Protective Interior Coatings for Valves and Hydrants (PDF)
This standard describes protective interior coatings for valves used for water supply, wastewater collection and treatment, and reclaimed water service having a pH range from 4 to 9; and for hydrants used for water supply service. The standard describes the material, application, and performance requirements for these interior coatings.
AWWA C530-17 Pilot-Operated Control Valves (PDF)
The purpose of this standard is to define the minimum requirements for pilot-operated control valves, including sizing considerations, design verification, testing, delivery, handling, and storage.
AWWA C507-18 Ball Valves, 6 In. Through 60 In. (150 mm Through 1,500 mm) (PDF)
The purpose of this standard is to provide the minimum requirements for 6-in. through 60-in. ball valves for water, wastewater, and reclaimed water supply service, including material, design, inspection, testing, marking, handling, and packaging for shipment.
AWWA C521-18 Plastic Ball Valves (PDF)
The purpose of this standard is to define the minimum requirements for water supply service plastic ball valves, including materials, design, testing, and shipping.
AWWA C518-18 Double-Disc, Swing-Check Valves for Waterworks Service, 2 In. Through 48 In. (50 mm Through 1,200 mm) NPS (PDF)
The purpose of this standard is to provide the minimum requirements for double-disc swing-check valves, suitable for waterworks service, 2-in. through 48-in. (50-mm through 1,200-mm) NPS, including materials and testing.
AWWA C520-19 Knife Gate Valves, Sizes 2 In. (50 mm) Through 96 In. (2,400 mm) (PDF)
The purpose of this standard is to provide minimum requirements for stainless steel and ductile-iron body knife gate valves with resilient and metal seats, including tapping knife gate valves, for use in water, wastewater, and reclaimed water systems, including materials, design, testing, rejection, marking, and shipping.
AWWA C500-19 Metal-Seated Gate Valves for Water Supply Service (PDF)
The purpose of this standard is to provide purchasers, manufacturers, and suppliers with the minimum requirements for metal-seated gate valves for water supply service, including materials, design, testing, inspection, rejection, marking, and shipping.
AWWA’s Comment Period on AWWA C521 – Plastic Ball Valves
AWWA’s Comment Period on AWWA C521 – Plastic Ball Valves July 21, 2023 AWWA solicits public comments on all proposed new AWWA Standards, and on all proposed revisions, reaffirmations, or withdrawals of existing AWWA Standards. The referenced standards project is being considered for approval and the publication of this notice begins the 30-day public comment […]
AWWA’s Comment Period on ANSI/AWWA C522 (formerly CRCV) – Rotary Cone Valves, 6 In. Through 60 In. (150 mm Through 1,500 mm)
AWWA’s Comment Period on ANSI/AWWA C522 (formerly CRCV) – Rotary Cone Valves, 6 In. Through 60 In. (150 mm Through 1,500 mm) Sept.23, 2022 AWWA solicits public comments on all proposed new AWWA Standards, and on all proposed revisions, reaffirmations, or withdrawals of existing AWWA Standards. The referenced standards project is being considered for approval […]
AWWA’s Comment Period on ANSI/AWWA C507 – Ball Valves, 4 In. Through 60 In. (100 mm Through 1,500 mm)
AWWA’s Comment Period on ANSI/AWWA C507 – Ball Valves, 4 In. Through 60 In. (100 mm Through 1,500 mm) 9/1/23 AWWA solicits public comments on all proposed new AWWA Standards, and on all proposed revisions, reaffirmations, or withdrawals of existing AWWA Standards. The referenced standards project is being considered for approval and the publication of […]
AWWA’s Comment Period on ANSI/AWWA C504 – Rubber-Seated Butterfly Valves
AWWA’s Comment Period on ANSI/AWWA C504 – Rubber-Seated Butterfly Valves Nov. 11, 2022 AWWA solicits public comments on all proposed new AWWA Standards, and on all proposed revisions, reaffirmations, or withdrawals of existing AWWA Standards. The referenced standards project is being considered for approval and the publication of this notice begins the 30-day public comment […]
AWWA COMMENT PERIOD ON AWWA C550, Protective Interior Coatings for Valves and Hydrants
AWWA COMMENT PERIOD ON AWWA C550, Protective Interior Coatings for Valves and Hydrants April 29, 2024 AWWA solicits public comments on all proposed new AWWA Standards, and on all proposed revisions, reaffirmations, or withdrawals of existing AWWA Standards. The referenced standards project is being considered for approval and the publication of this notice begins the 45-day […]
AWWA COMMENT PERIOD ON AWWA C520, Knife Gate Valves, Sizes 2 In. (50 mm) Through 96 In. (2,400 mm)
AWWA COMMENT PERIOD ON AWWA C520, Knife Gate Valves, Sizes 2 In. (50 mm) Through 96 In. (2,400 mm) March 18, 2024 AWWA solicits public comments on all proposed new AWWA Standards, and on all proposed revisions, reaffirmations, or withdrawals of existing AWWA Standards. The referenced standards project is being considered for approval and the […]
AWWA COMMENT PERIOD ON AWWA C518, Double-Disc Swing-Check Valves for Waterworks Service, 2-in. Through 48-in. (50-mm Through 1,200-mm) NPS
AWWA COMMENT PERIOD ON AWWA C518, Double-Disc Swing-Check Valves for Waterworks Service, 2-in. Through 48-in. (50-mm Through 1,200-mm) NPS May 1, 2024 AWWA solicits public comments on all proposed new AWWA Standards, and on all proposed revisions, reaffirmations, or withdrawals of existing AWWA Standards. The referenced standards project is being considered for approval and the […]
AWWA COMMENT PERIOD ON AWWA C509 – Resilient-Seated Gate Valves for Water Supply Service
AWWA COMMENT PERIOD ON AWWA C509 – Resilient-Seated Gate Valves for Water Supply Service Nov. 4, 2022 AWWA solicits public comments on all proposed new AWWA Standards, and on all proposed revisions, reaffirmations, or withdrawals of existing AWWA Standards. The referenced standards project is being considered for approval and the publication of this notice begins […]
AWWA COMMENT PERIOD ON AWWA C508, Swing-Check Valves for Waterworks Service, 2-In. Through 48-In. (50-mm Through 1,200-mm) NPS
AWWA COMMENT PERIOD ON AWWA C508, Swing-Check Valves for Waterworks Service, 2-In. Through 48-In. (50-mm Through 1,200-mm) NPS AWWA solicits public comments on all proposed new AWWA Standards, and on all proposed revisions, reaffirmations, or withdrawals of existing AWWA Standards. The referenced standards project is being considered for approval and the publication of this notice […]
Work to Begin on New Standard: AWWA C5ZZ, Triple Offset Butterfly Valves
The AWWA Standards Council is happy to announce that work on a new standard has been authorized and is now beginning on the development of the following: AWWA C5ZZ, Triple Offset Butterfly Valves This standard describes minimum requirements for triple offset butterfly valves, with various body and end types, for raw water, potable water, and […]
AWWA COMMENT PERIOD ON AWWA C512, Air-Release, Air/Vacuum, and Combination Air Valves for Water and Wastewater Service – Metallic Body and Cover
AWWA COMMENT PERIOD ON AWWA C512, Air-Release, Air/Vacuum, and Combination Air Valves for Water and Wastewater Service – Metallic Body and Cover AWWA solicits public comments on all proposed new AWWA Standards, and on all proposed revisions, reaffirmations, or withdrawals of existing AWWA Standards. The referenced standards project is being considered for approval and the […]
AWWA COMMENT PERIOD ON AWWA C519, High-Performance Waterworks Butterfly Valves—3 In. (75 mm) Through 60 In. (1,500 mm)
AWWA COMMENT PERIOD ON AWWA C519, High-Performance Waterworks Butterfly Valves—3 In. (75 mm) Through 60 In. (1,500 mm) AWWA solicits public comments on all proposed new AWWA Standards, and on all proposed revisions, reaffirmations, or withdrawals of existing AWWA Standards. The referenced standards project is being considered for approval and the publication of this notice […]
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