BS EN 14452:2005

What is BS EN 14452 - Pipe interrupter with atmospheric vent about?  

BS EN 14452 is a technical specification that specifies: 

• Field of application 
• Requirements for pipe interrupters with atmospheric vent and moving element 
• Dimensional and the physico-chemical properties, and the properties of general hydraulic, mechanical and acoustic design of pipe interrupters with the elastic membrane of DN 10 to DN 20 
• Test procedure and requirements for verifying these properties 
• Marking and presentation 
• Acoustics 

BS EN 14452 specifies the characteristics of pipe interrupters with atmospheric vent and moving element, DN 10 to DN 20 are suitable for use in drinking water systems at pressures up to 1 MPa (10 bar) and temperatures up to 65 °C and for 1 h at 90 °C. 

Note: In respect of potential adverse effects on the quality of water intended for human consumption, caused by the product covered by BS EN 14452: 

• BS EN 14452 provides no information as to whether the product may be used without restriction in any of the Member States of the EU or EFTA 
• It should be noted that, while awaiting the adoption of verifiable European criteria, existing national regulations concerning the use and/or the characteristics of this product remain in force 

Who is BS EN 14452 - Pipe interrupter with atmospheric vent for? 

BS EN 14452 on pipe interrupter with atmospheric vent is useful for: 

• Pipe interrupter manufacturers  
• Equipment designers 
• Quality assurance management 
• Testing agencies  
• The water industry 
• The mechanical industry 

Why should you use BS EN 14452 - Pipe interrupter with atmospheric vent?  

Backflow preventers are devices that are installed on your home's water pipes that allow water to only flow in one direction. If the outlet is considerably restricted or clogged, pipe interrupters will discharge water through the vent holes. Their goal is to keep drinking water safe from contamination from other sources due to backflow. Water pressure is generally maintained at a high level in water distribution systems to allow water to flow from the tap, shower, or other devices. 

BS EN 14452 provides you with terms and definitions, designation, marking, and technical documents. BS EN 14452 guides you with the general design, physico-chemical and acoustic characteristics and tests. BS EN 14452 best practice guidelines helps you to ensures high quality, durability, safety and protection for its users.