Pipe fittings are essential components used to connect, control, or redirect the flow of fluids in piping systems. They come in various shapes, sizes, and materials such as stainless steel, carbon steel, copper, and plastic to meet diverse industrial, residential, and commercial needs.
Common types of pipe fittings include elbows, tees, reducers, couplings, and flanges, each serving specific functions like changing direction, joining pipes, or regulating flow. Widely used in industries like oil and gas, water treatment, HVAC, and construction, pipe fittings ensure the safe and efficient operation of piping systems under varying pressure and temperature conditions.
Pipe fittings are crucial in plumbing and industrial piping systems, enabling the connection, branching, or termination of pipes while maintaining fluid integrity. These components, including elbows, tees, reducers, caps, and flanges, are designed to manage directional changes, adjust pipe sizes, and distribute flow efficiently. Available in materials like stainless steel, carbon steel, copper, PVC, and alloys, they are selected based on the application's pressure, temperature, and chemical compatibility requirements. Pipe fittings play a vital role in industries such as oil and gas, chemical processing, power generation, and water distribution, ensuring safety and operational efficiency.
Buttweld pipe fittings are welded directly to pipes, creating a smooth, continuous flow and reducing turbulence and pressure loss. These fittings are available in various shapes such as elbows, tees, reducers, and caps, and are widely used in high-pressure and high-temperature applications. Typically made from materials like carbon steel, stainless steel, and alloys, they are ideal for industries like refineries, chemical plants, and power generation.
Threaded pipe fittings are designed with internal or external threads, allowing for easy assembly and disassembly without welding. They are commonly used in low-pressure systems, such as plumbing, water distribution, and air compression lines. Threaded fittings are available in materials like brass, stainless steel, and cast iron, making them versatile for a wide range of applications.
Socket weld pipe fittings are designed for small-diameter, high-pressure pipelines, where the pipe is inserted into a recessed area of the fitting and welded in place. They provide strong, leak-proof connections, ideal for critical systems handling hazardous fluids. Common types include elbows, tees, reducers, and couplings, and they are extensively used in industries like oil and gas, petrochemical, and power plants.
Standard | ANSI, ASME, BS, DIN, JIS, EN |
Form | 90° Elbow, 45° Elbow, 180° Return, Reducing Elbow, Mitered Elbow |
Dimension | ASME/ANSI B16.9, ASME B16.28, MSS-SP-43 etc. |
Size | 1/2" to 48" (15 NB to 1200NB) |
Schedule | Sch 5s, Sch 10s, Sch 40s, Sch 80s, Sch 160s, Sch XXS |
Type | ERW / Fabricated / Seamless / Welded |
Materials | Stainless Steel, Carbon Steel, Alloy Steel, High Nickel Alloys, Special Alloys, Aluminium Alloys, Copper Nickel, Titanium, Duplex & Super Duplex, Tantalum etc. |
Specification for High Nickel Alloy | ASTM B366 / ASME SB366 |
Specification for Alloy Steel | ASTM A234 / ASME SA234 |
Specification for Duplex & Super Duplex | ASTM A815 / ASME SA815 |
Specification for Stainless Steel | ASTM A403 / ASME SA403 |
Specification for Carbon Steel | ASTM A234 / ASME SA234 |
DIN | DIN2615, DIN2605, DIN2616, DIN28011, DIN2617 |