Jan.

2003

Wirsbo Q&E Master Pro

Making the best even better!
• Clean water in your pipes is naturally
important. Using Wirsbo Q&E Master
together with Wirsbo-PEX pipes assures
you that the pure drinking water running
through your potable water system stays
pure. There are no harmful ingredients
in the pipe or fittings that might add
toxins to your drinking water. Wirsbo
Q&E Master and Wirsbo-PEX pipes are
durable, flexible and clean. Free of lead,
copper and other contaminants.
The fitting is therfore also used in
applications with more strict require-
ments such as in dialys clinics.
We offer a complete range of fittings for
Wirsbo-PEX pipes. The system is based
upon the unique properties of Wirsbo-
PEX (Engel method) and the revolu-
tionary Wirsbo Q&E Master fitting. It
enables you to mount a fitting without
further tools than the expander tool.
Only expand the Wirsbo-PEX pipe
together with a Wirsbo Q&E Ring and
mount it directly onto the fitting. The
pipe will shrink back and the mounting
is complete.
Low weight and easy handling
properties of the fittings and Wirsbo-PEX
pipes, make the system easy to install.
For more than 30 years, Wirsbo has
provided reliable and high quality PEX
pipes in potable water systems. In fact
over 1.500 million metres of Wirsbo-
PEX pipes are in use world-wide for
heating and potable water applications.
We take great pride in the stringent
testing conducted on every product it
sells. Both our in-house laboratory and
independent testing agencies ensure
that every Wirsbo product is capable of
withstanding the most rigorous potable
water applications.

As easy as 1-2-3 !

1. A Q&E Ring is placed over the pipe 2. A Wirsbo Q&E expander tool 3. The pipe then shrinks as it tries to
end. expands the pipe end for the fitting return to its original shape, forming
to be inserted. a perfect joint.

PPSU fittings are extremely durable.
They can easily withstand continuous
high temperatures and pressures well
above established standards.
PPSU is highly resistant to freeze
conditions. The material can endure
low temperatures without cracking or
shattering.
PPSU fittings are strong. Even with
the toughest pull-out test, the fittings
will not be pulled out of the pipe.
PPSU fittings have a smooth surface
which results in no additional
pressure loss.
Black colouring of the PPSU fitting
enhances the UV resistance.
PPSU is completely non-
toxic, it is approved by
FDA (USA) for use in food
applications.

PPSU fittings are chemically

resistant. They easily withstand high
concentrations of harsh chemicals,
reducing concerns about corrosions,
pitting and scaling.

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Technical data

Fitting material is traditionally offered

in metal, now the reliability of Wirsbo
Q&E Master Pro is available in a
durable, proven plastic called
Polyphenylsulphone,
PPSU.

Description: A range of PPSU fittings

Technical data, material
for cold and hot water installations,
developed and patented by Uponor
Wirsbo AB. Test Standard Value

General ASTM ISO

Material: Polyphenylsulphone, PPSU
Density, kg/dm3 D792 1.29
according to ASTM and DIN standards.
Water absorption, % in 24 hours D 570 62 0.37
Chemical resistance: PPSU has
excellent chemical resistance to mineral
Mechanical properties ASTM ISO
acids, alkalis and salt solutions. Resist-
ance to detergents and hydrocarbon oils Tensile Strength at Yield, MPa D 638 527 70
are good, even at elevated temperatures Tensile Modulus, MPa D 638 527 2 300
under moderate stress levels. Organic Tensile Elongation, at Break, % D 638 527 60–120
chemicals, except for ketons, do not
seriously affect PPSU. Flexural Strength, MPa D 790 178 105
Flexural Modulus, MPa D 790 178 2 400
Products containing the following Izod Impact at 22°C, speciment 3.2 mm, J/m D 256 694
substances should however be avoided:
Tensile Impact, at 40°C, kJ/m 2
D 1822 400
• Esters (e.g. ethylacetate), Acetone
• Methylene Chloride, Rockwell R Hardness D 785 2039/2 122
Trichloreethylene, Cyclohexanone,
Chlorobenzen, Tetrachlorethylene,
Thermal properties ASTM ISO
Tetrachlorethane
• Toluene, Xylene, Benzene Heat Deflection Temp. at 1.8 MPa, °C D 648 75 207
Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion, E 831 5.6 x 10-5
Approved by: mm/mm °C

NSF (National Sanitary Foundation) Thermal Conductivity, W/m °C C 177 0.35

- Comply with NSF Standard 51 at
85°C
UL (Underwriters Laboratory) Electrical properties ASTM ISO
- Classified UL-94 VO Flammability Dielectric Strength (3.2 mm), kV/mm D 149 15
test
Arc Resistance (Tungsten Electrodes), s D 495 60
FDA (Federal Drug Association)
- Approved for direct food contact Volume Resistivity at 22°C, W/cm D 257 IEC 93 >1015
Water Byelaws Scheme Dielectric Constant at 22°C, 60 Hz D 150 IEC 250 3.44
- Approved for hot and cold water use
up to 85°C according to BS 6920 Dielectric Constant at 22°C, 1 MHz D 150 IEC 250 3.45
KTW Dissipation Factor at 22°C, 60 Hz D 150 IEC 250 0.0006
- German toxicological approval
Dissipation Factor at 22°C, 1 MHz D 150 IEC 250 0.0076

Wirsbo Q&E Master Pro 3

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Wirsbo-PEX© is the registered Trade Mark of Uponor Wirsbo AB of Sweden. The
products described in this manual are generally protected by Letters Patent
throughout the world. In keeping with our policy of continuous improvement
and development, the company reserves the right to change specifications
without prior notice.

Technical data, fittings Comply with requirements in

DVGW Arbeitsblatt 534:
Thermal Endurance:
PPSU can withstand temperatures up to 170°C. Thermal cycling test 90°C/20°C, 15 min and 10 Bar,
5 000 cycles
Water Resistance:
PPSU is not attacked by hydrolysis, i.e. chemical reaction Pressure test 25.3 Bar, 100 h at 95°C
with water. PPSU is also resistant to soap and detergent 14 Bar, 1000 h at 120°C
solutions.
Pull-out test According to:
Creep resistance: DVGW Arbeitsblatt 534 CSTB
PPSU materials exhibit much better creep resistance when (joint stronger than the pipe)
compared to alternative plastic materials.
Pressure cycling test 10 000 cycles, 25 Bar/0 Bar
Approval: DVGW (Germany) approval pending according
to DVGW Arbeitsblatt 534.

Marking: All Wirsbo Q&E Master components are marked

with details of the producer, the material, production number
and dimension. Example: “WB >PPSU< 2/98 16x16x16”

Range of components: Products available for pipe dimen-

sions 16, 20, 25, 32 and 40 according to ISO 4065 class A
Series 5 (PN 6), and pipe dimensions 16, 20, 25 and 32
according to ISO 4065 class A Series 3.2 (PN 10). For further
information please refer to our component list.

Long term hydrostatic strength for PPSU

Lower prediction line

100.00
Hoop stress [MPa]

20˚C
60˚C
10.00
95˚C
135˚C

1.00
1 10 100 1 000 10 000 100 000 1 000 000
Time [h] 50 years

Uponor Wirsbo AB
Box 101 Tel +46 (0)223 380 00
SE-730 61 Virsbo Fax +46 (0)223 387 15
Sweden www.wirsbosystems.com