Detail of GB/T 44180-2024

Introduction of GB/T 44180-2024

GB/T 44180-2024 General technical requirements for kitchen and sanitary ware fittings 1　Scope This document specifies the classification, materials, technical requirements, package marking and instructions of kitchen and sanitary ware fittings, describes the corresponding test methods. This document is applicable to the research and development, design, manufacture and inspection of kitchen and sanitary ware fittings. 2　Normative references The following referenced documents are indispensable for the application of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies. GB/T 191　Packaging—Pictorial marking for handling of goods GB/T 4208　Degrees of protection provided by enclosure (IP code) GB 4343.1　Electromagnetic compatibility requirements for household appliances, electric tools and similar apparatus—Part 1: Emission GB 4706 series　Safety of household and similar electrical appliances GB/T 6461—2002　Methods for corrosion testing of metallic and other inorganic coatings on metallic substrates—Rating of test specimens and manufactured articles subjected to corrosion tests GB/T 9286　Paints and varnishes—Cross-cut test GB/T 10125　Corrosion tests in artificial atmospheres—Salt spray tests GB/T 16422.2—2022　Plastics—Methods of exposure to laboratory light sources—Part 2:Xenon-arc lamps GB 17625.1　Electromagnetic compatibility—Limits—Part 1: Limits for harmonic current emissions (equipment input current ≤ 16A per phase) GB/T 31586.2　Corrosion protection of steel structures by protective paint systems—Assessment of, and acceptance criteria for, the adhesion/cohesion (fracture strength) of a coating—Part 2: Cross-cut testing and X-cut testing GB/T 33733　Terminology and classification for the kitchen and sanitary ware fittings GB/T 36947—2018　User interface design specification for household electrical appliances for older persons QB/T 5419—2019　General specification for coatings of kitchen & sanitary hardware QB/T 5525　Limits and test methods for hazardous substances extraction in kitchen and sanitary hardware products 3　Terms and definitions For the purposes of this document, the terms and definitions given in GB/T 33733 and the following apply. 3.1　 grab bar facility that facilitates safe movement and support for persons with impaired mobility in accessible water closet, washroom and shower room [Source: GB 50763—2012, 2.0.14] 3.2　 micro-hydro generator device that utilizes internal water flow of the fittings to generate electricity, for power supplying during fittings operation and for charging during low battery [Source: GB/T 24293—2009, 3.9, modified] 4　Classification 4.1　According to application, fittings can be classified into: a ) Plumbing supply fittings: faucet, shower system, shower, sprayer, flexible hose, angle valve; b ) Plumbing waste fittings: drainage fittings, floor drain; c ) Others: sink, kitchen rail, grab bar, bathroom accessories. 4.2　According to hygiene conditions, fittings can be classified into: a ) Fittings in contact with drinking water: washbasin faucet, kitchen faucet, angle valve for sanitary contact with drinking water, flexible hose for drinking water, etc. b ) Others 5　Materials 5.1　The materials used in the fitting shall comply with the provisions of the relevant national standards.Material standards commonly used are shown in Annex B. 5.2　The parts in contact with water shall not use materials that are easily corroded, and shall not cause any change of the water in terms of quality, appearance, taste, smell, etc. 5.3　Solders and fluxes in direct contact with drinking water shall not exceed, by mass, 0.2% lead content. Metal alloys in direct contact with drinking water shall not exceed 2.5% lead content.

Contents of GB/T 44180-2024

Foreword Ⅲ Introduction Ⅳ 1　Scope 2　Normative references 3　Terms and definitions 4　Classification 5　Materials 6　Technical requirements 6.1　General requirements 6.2　Plumbing supply fittings 6.3　Plumbing waste fittings 6.4　Age-friendly 7　Test methods 7.1　Test conditions 7.2　General requirements 7.3　Plumbing supply fittings 7.4　Plumbing waste fittings 7.5　Age-friendly 8　Package marking and instructions 8.1　Packaging marks 8.2　Instructions Annex A (informative)—Applicable test items by fitting types Annex B (informative)—Material standards commonly used for kitchen and sanitary ware fittings Annex C (normative)—Limit for organic compounds extraction Annex D (normative)—Test method for backflow prevention D.1　Test apparatus D.2　Test procedure Annex E (normative)—Test method for water hammer E.1　Test apparatus E.2　Test procedure Annex F (normative)—Test method for loading performance of grab bar F.1　Straight grab bar F.2　L-shaped grab bar F.3　Flip up grab bar F.4　Fixed cantilever grab bar Annex G (normative) Test apparatus for thermostatic performance Bibliography