ASTM F 3314 : 2020

1.1This terminology is a compilation of definitions of technical terms used in the underground infrastructure and plastic piping industry. Terms that are generally understood or adequately defined in other readily available sources are not included.

1.2When a term is used in an ASTM document for which Committee F36 is responsible, it is included only when judged, after review, by Subcommittee F36.91 to be a generally usable term.

1.3Definitions that are identical to those published by other ASTM committees or other standards organizations are identified with the committee number (for example, F17) or with the abbreviation of the name of the organization (for example, IUPAC, International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry).

1.4A definition is a single sentence with additional information included in discussions.

1.5Definitions are followed by the committee responsible for the standard(s) (for example, [F36.10]) and standard numbers(s) in which they are used (for example, F2233).

1.6Abbreviated Terminology:

1.7This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

1.8This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.