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Technology
and Livelihood
Education
Quarter 1 – Module 5:
Determine Face to Face
Distance According to the
Allowed Engagement Length
PLUMBING
(Grade 9 Specialization Course)
Subject Area – TLE Grade 9- Plumbing Specialization Course
Self-Learning Module (SLM)
Quarter 1 – Module 5: Determine Face to Face Distance According to the Allowed
Engagement Length
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Technology
and Livelihood
Education
Quarter 1 – Module 5:
Determine Face to Face Distance
According to the Allowed
Engagement Length
PLUMBING
(Grade 9 Specialization Course)
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 What I Need to Know

So far, you have studied the various measuring tools used by a plumber. We
will now study how to determine the face to face distance according to the allowed
engagement length. This includes the pipe engagement, fitting dimension and pipe
length.
The lesson comes with learning activities designed to measure your progress.
You have to answer each to the best of your ability and be honest as you can.
Hopefully, after learning this module, you will be equipped with knowledge and skill
in plumbing.
At the end of this module, you should be able to:
 Lay out work area for pipes installation. (TLE_IAPB9-12PI-Ii-j-1)
 Determine face to face distance according to the allowed engagement
length.
 What I Know

Let us check first your prior knowledge on how to determine face to face
distance according to the allowed engagement length.

Activity 1.1 Choose Me!

Directions: Read each question carefully and encircle the letter that best
corresponds to your answer.
1. Which of the following can determine how a pipe is inserted into a fitting?
a. pipe dimension c. fitting dimension
b. pipe engagement d. fitting engagement

2. Which of the following takes place when the end of a fitting fits into the end of
the pipe hub?
a. pipe dimension c. fitting dimension
b. pipe engagement d. fitting engagement

3. What do you call the distance between the center and the end of the fitting?
a. pipe dimension c. fitting dimension
b. pipe engagement d. fitting engagement

4. Which one is the pipe engagement in the drawing?

a. 1 c. 3
b. 2 d. 4

5. Which one is the pipe hub in the drawing?

a. 1 c. 3
b. 2 d. 4

6. What would be the required pipe length, if the face-to-face measurement is 60”
and the pipe engagement is 2” ?
a. 60 c. 64
b. 62 d. 66

7. What would be the required pipe length, if the end-to-center measurement is

60”, fitting dimension is 6” and the pipe engagement is 2” ?
a. 50” c. 54”
b. 52” d. 56”

8. What would be the required pipe length, if the center-to-center measurement is

60”, fitting dimension is 3” and the pipe engagement is 2” ?
a. 52” c. 56”
b. 54” d. 58”
9. Which one is the fitting in the drawing?
a. 1 c. 3
b. 2 d. 4

10. Which one is the pipe engagement in the drawing?

a. 1 c. 3
b. 2 d. 4

11. What would be the required pipe length, if the face-to-face measurement is
100” and the pipe engagement is 2 ½ ”?
a. 102” c. 105”
b. 104” d. 106”

12. Find the length of pipe using the given data.

face-to-face measurement – 20”
pipe engagement – 3”
fitting dimension – 6”
a. 26” c. 28”
b. 27” d. 29”

13. Find the length of pipe using the given data.

face-to-face measurement – 30”
pipe engagement – 2”
fitting dimension –10”
a. 36” c. 42”
b. 37” d. 22”

14. Find the length of pipe using the given data.

face-to-face measurement – 20”
pipe engagement – 3”
fitting dimension – 2”
a. 26” c. 24”
b. 25” d. 23”

15. Find the length of pipe using the given data.

face-to-face measurement – 80”
pipe engagement – 2”
fitting dimension – 6”
a. 84” c. 88”
b. 85” d. 89”
 Lesson Determine Face To Face
Distance According to the
5 Allowed Engagement Length

What’s In

In the previous lesson, you learn about the different measuring tools used by
a plumber. Now, we will study about the face to face distance of pipe according to
the allowed engagement length. The topic includes pipe engagement, dimension of
fitting and pipe length. This process will help us get the correct measurement of the
pipe before cutting them.
Are you ready for our topic? You may now proceed to the next activity. Good
luck!

What’s New

At this point, you are heading into meaningful activities and learning
encounters. Complete the exercises and answer the learning activities to experience
lifelong and practical learning that awaits at the end of this module.

Activity 1.2 Solve It!

Directions: Determine the required pipe length using the given formula. Write your
answer on the space provided.

Formula: Pipe length= face-to-face measurement + both pipe engagement

1.

Data: face-to-face measurement = 30”

pipe engagement = ½”
 Formula: Pipe length = end-to-end measurement + pipe engagement
2.
Data: end-to-end measurement = 40”
pipe engagement = ½”

Formula: Pipe length= center-to-center measurement – both fitting

dimension + both pipe engagement
3.
Data: center-to-center measurement = 80”
fitting dimension = 4”
pipe engagement = 2”

Formula: Pipe length = end-to-end measurement + engagement

4.
Data: end-to-end measurement = 70”
pipe engagement = 3”

Formula: Pipe length= face-to-face measurement + both pipe engagement

5.
Data: face-to-face measurement = 90”
pipe engagement = 2”
 What Is It

Before cutting a pipe, the first thing you need to know is how to determine the
needed correct measurement of pipe length. That’s why in this part of the module
you need to read each item carefully and try to master the several ways on how to
determine pipe measurements with pipe engagements and fitting dimensions for this
will be your guide in doing your next activities.

Factors to consider in determining pipe length:

 Pipe engagement
 Fitting dimension

The measurement of a pipe length needed for installation requires the sum of pipe
engagement and the fitting dimensions, to ensure that there will be enough space for
pipes inside the fitting.

Pipe Engagement

Pipe engagement determines how a pipe is inserted into a fitting. Various sizes of
pipes need different engagement length.

1. Engagement for cast-iron soil pipe (single-hub).

A fitting engagement takes place when the end of a fitting fits into the end of
the pipe hub.

A pipe engagement takes place when the end of one pipe fits into the end of the
hub of another pipe.

Note: Measure the distance inside the hub for accurate pipe or fitting
engagement.
2. Engagement for rigid plastic pipe (ABS and PVC).

Engagement takes place when the end of a pipe fits into the collar of a fitting.

Note: Measure the distance inside the collar for accurate fitting engagement.

3. Engagement for galvanized steel pipe.

Engagement takes place when the end of a threaded pipe fits into the collar of
a fitting.

Note: Measure the distance inside the collar for accurate fitting engagement.

4. Engagement for rigid copper tubing (DWV).

Engagement takes place when the end of the tubing fits into the collar of a
fitting.

Note: Measure the distance inside the collar for a true fitting engagement.
Fitting Dimension

As mentioned earlier, fitting dimension is needed in

order to determine the length of pipe required for
installation.

Fitting dimension is the distance between the

center of the fitting and the end of the fitting.

Pipe Length Measurement Needed for Installation

How do we measure the length of the pipe needed for installation?

There are several ways on how to determine pipe measurements with pipe
engagements and fitting dimensions.

1. Pipe-to-pipe. Use the formula to determine the length of the pipe needed when
using a single-hub cast-iron pipe.

Note: Measure the end-to-end distance from the place where the new pipe will be
installed.

Formula: Pipe length = end-to-end distance + engagement

Example:

Pipe length = 40” + 3” + 3”

= 40” + 6”

= 46”
2. Pipe-to-fitting. Use the formula to determine the length of the pipe needed for a
pipe-to-fitting connection.

A. End-to-End Measurement

Note: Measure the end-to-center distance from the place where the new pipe will
be installed.

Formula:
Pipe length = end-to-center measurement – fitting dimension + engagement

Example:

Pipe length = 45” – 5” + 3”

= 43”
B. Center-to-Center Measurement

Formula:
Pipe length= center-to-center measurement – both fitting dimension
+ both pipe engagement

Example:

Pipe length = 50” – 12” + 4”

= 42”
C. Face-to-Face Measurement

Formula: Pipe length= face-to-face measurement + both pipe engagement

Example:

Pipe length = 49” + ½” + ½”

= 50”
 What’s More

Hello there! How was the topic? Are you ready to practice what you have
learned in our lesson? In this part of the module, you will answer an activity that will
help you solidify your understanding about the topic. Do your best and good luck!

Activity 1.3 Solve It!

Directions: Using the formula of face-to-face measurement, solve the following to

determine the pipe length according to pipe engagement. Write your
answer on the space provided.

1.

2.

3.
4.

5.

What I Have Learned

Now that you are about to complete this module, it is time to reflect on what
you have learned about the measurement of pipe length needed to be installed. This
will also deepen your understanding on how to use your learning in your daily
activities.

Activity 1.4 Sum It Up!

Directions: Read the question carefully and write your answers on the space
provided.

Why is it necessary that we learn the different ways to determine pipe length needed
for installation?

__________________________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________________________
 What I Can Do

This section of the module provides you an activity which will help you transfer
your new knowledge or skill into real life situations or concerns. Do your best in
relating your experience especially in answering the given situations. Good luck!

Activity 1.5 Solve It!

Directions: Using the sketch of water line installation below, identify the correct face-
to-face measurement from one fitting to another. Write your solution to
each number in the space provided.

Note: All fitting dimension is 4” and engagement is 2”.

1. elbow 90° to globe valve

2. globe valve to tee

3. tee to elbow 90°

4. elbow 90° to tee

5. tee to elbow 90°

 Assessment

Now that you are about to finish this module, you are to determine your learning
by answering the following questions. Do your best in answering each question
properly.

Activity 1.6 Choose It!

Directions: Read each question carefully and encircle the letter that best
corresponds to your answer.

1. Which one is the pipe engagement in the drawing?

a. 1 c. 3
b. 2 d. 4

2. Which one is the pipe hub in the drawing?

a. 1 c. 3
b. 2 d. 4

3. What would be the required pipe length, if the face-to-face measurement is 60”
and the pipe engagement is 2” ?
a. 60” c. 64”
b. 62” d. 66”

4. What would be the required pipe length, if the end-to-center measurement is

60”, fitting dimension is 6” and the pipe engagement is 2” ?
a. 50” c. 54”
b. 52” d. 56”

5. What would be the required pipe length, if the center-to-center measurement is

60”, fitting dimension is 3” and the pipe engagement is 2”?
a. 52” c. 56”
b. 54” d. 58”

6. Which one is the fitting in the drawing?

a. 1 c. 3
b. 2 d. 4

7. Which one is the pipe engagement in the drawing?

a. 1 c. 3
b. 2 d. 4
8. What would be the required pipe length, if the face-to-face measurement is 100”
and the pipe engagement is 2 ½”?
a. 102” c. 105”
b. 104” d. 106”

9. Find the length of pipe using the given data.

face-to-face measurement – 20”
pipe engagement – 3”
fitting dimension – 6”
a. 26” c. 28”
b. 27” d. 29”

10. Find the length of pipe using the given data.

face-to-face measurement – 30”
pipe engagement – 2”
fitting dimension – 10”
a. 36” c. 42”
b. 37” d. 22”

11. Find the length of pipe using the given data.

face-to-face measurement – 20”
pipe engagement – 3”
fitting dimension – 2”
a. 26” c. 24”
b. 25” d. 23”

12. Find the length of pipe using the given data.

face-to-face measurement – 80”
pipe engagement – 2”
fitting dimension – 6”
a. 84” c. 88”
b. 85” d. 89”
13. Which of the following determines how a pipe is inserted into a fitting?
a. pipe dimension c. fitting dimension
b. pipe engagement d. fitting engagement

14. Which of the following takes place when the end of a fitting fits into the end of
the pipe hub?
a. pipe dimension c. fitting dimension
b. pipe engagement d. fitting engagement

15. What do you call the distance between the center and the end of the fitting?
a. pipe dimension c. fitting dimension
b. pipe engagement d. fitting engagement
 Additional Activities

Congratulations! You are about to finish this module. I hope you’ve learned a
lot about our lesson.

Activity 1.7 Solve It!

Directions: Determine the pipe length required according to the allowed

engagement length by applying face-to-face measurement. Solve and
write your solution in the space provided.

1.

2.

3.
4.

5.
 What’s New What More
1. Pipe length= 30” + ½” + ½” 1. Pipe length= 50” + ½” + ½”
= 30” + 1” = 50” + 1”
= 31” = 51”
2. Pipe length= 40” + ½” 2. Pipe length= 74” + ½” + ½”
= 40 ½” = 74” + 1”
= 75”
3. Pipe length= 80” – 8” + 4”
= 72” + 4” 3. Pipe length= 19” + ½” + ½”
= 76” = 19” + 1”
= 20”
4. Pipe length= 70” + 3”
= 73” 4. Pipe length= 69” + ½” + ½”
= 69” + 1”
5. Pipe length= 90” + 4” = 70”
= 94”
5. Pipe length= 74” + ½” + ½”
= 74” + 1”
= 75”
What I Have What I Can Do Assessment
Learned 1. Pipe length =30”+2”+2” 1. c
= 34” 2. a
We need to learn the
3. c
different ways of
2. Pipe length =60”+2”+2” 4. d
determining pipe length
= 64” 5. d
to get the accurate
6. d
length of pipe need to 3. Pipe length = 20”+2”+2” 7. c
be installed because = 24” 8. c
there are several types
9. a
of pipe and fittings can 4. Pipe length =90”+2”+2” 10. a
be fitted into the pipe. = 94”
11. a
5. Pipe length =25”+2”+2” 12. a
= 29” 13. b
14. d
15. c
Answer Key
Additional Activities What I Know
1. b
1. Pipe length= 64”+2”+2” 2. d
= 68” 3. c
4. c
2. Pipe length= 79”+2”+2” 5. a
= 83” 6. c
7. d
3. Pipe length= 29”+2”+2” 8. d
= 33” 9. d
10. c
4. Pipe length= 82”+2”+2” 11. c
= 86” 12. a
13. a
5. Pipe length= 19”+2”+2” 14. a
= 23” 15. a
References
K to 12 Industrial Arts – Plumbing (NC I) Curriculum Guide May 2016 p. 12
K to 12 Industrial Arts – Plumbing (NC I) Most Essential Learning Competencies
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