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How to correctly conduct a hydrostatic test on the Lead Free Brass Fittings 90-degree elbow joint?

2025-05-09

Before conducting a water pressure test, you need to make adequate preparations. Make sure that the Lead Free Brass Fittings 90-degree elbow fittings have been properly installed in the pipeline system and all connections have been tightened. Prepare the equipment and tools required for the water pressure test, including pressure pumps, pressure gauges, check valves, etc. Ensure the safety of the test area to avoid accidents during the test.

Test steps:
1. Connect equipment: Connect equipment such as pressure pumps, pressure gauges, and check valves to the pipeline system where the Lead Free Brass Fittings 90-degree elbow fittings are located. Make sure that all connections are tight and reliable to avoid leakage during the test.

2. Fill and exhaust: Turn on the pressure pump and start filling the pipeline system with water. During the water filling process, you need to open the exhaust valve in the pipeline system to exhaust the air in the pipeline and ensure that the pipeline is filled with water. When there are no bubbles in the water flowing out of the exhaust valve, close the exhaust valve.

3. Pressurization test: Start the pressure pump and gradually increase the pressure in the pipeline system. During the pressurization process, you need to closely observe the reading of the pressure gauge to ensure that the pressure gradually rises to the predetermined test pressure. At the same time, all connections in the pipeline system need to be checked to ensure that there are no leaks.

4. Maintain pressure: When the pressure in the pipeline system reaches the predetermined test pressure, stop pressurizing and maintain the pressure for a period of time. During the process of maintaining pressure, it is necessary to continue to observe the readings of the pressure gauge and the connections in the pipeline system to ensure that the pressure is stable and there is no leakage.

5. Pressure reduction inspection: After maintaining the pressure for a period of time, slowly reduce the pressure to reduce the pressure in the pipeline system to zero. During the pressure reduction process, it is necessary to continue to observe the connections in the pipeline system to ensure that there are no leaks. When the pressure in the pipeline system drops to zero, turn off the pressure pump and remove the test equipment.

Precautions:
1. Safety first: During the test, it is necessary to ensure the safety of the test area to avoid accidents during the test. During the pressurization and depressurization process, it is necessary to proceed slowly to avoid sudden changes in pressure that may cause damage to the equipment and pipelines in the pipeline system.

2. Check the connection: During the test, it is necessary to closely observe all connections in the pipeline system to ensure that there are no leaks. If a leak is found, the test needs to be stopped immediately, the leak needs to be checked and repaired, and then the test needs to be carried out again.

3. Record data: During the test, it is necessary to record data such as the pressure gauge reading and test time so that they can be analyzed and evaluated after the test is completed.

Conducting a hydrostatic test on the Lead Free Brass Fittings 90-degree elbow joint is a key step to ensure its connection tightness and reliability. Through the correct test steps and precautions, the accuracy and safety of the test can be ensured, thereby ensuring the safety and stability of the Lead Free Brass Fittings 90-degree elbow joint in actual use.

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