A forged pipe fitting is of excellent quality since it is stronger and can also resist the higher pressure. The wall thickness is greater than that of other types of fittings for threading or machining to a socket weld end.
Forged pipe fittings are made up of carbon steel A105 and stainless steel 316. These fittings range in size from 1/8″ to 4″.Forged pipe fittings can be used to join nominal bore pipes. These fittings get their name from the forging procedure itself to use it in production. So during the fabrication the basic materials like carbon and steel alloy is heated to customize it in moulded form if it to shape up these fittings.
Stainless Steel 316/ 316L Forged Fittings are offered in both socket weld and threaded configurations. These pipe fittings are constructed from A105 carbon steel, stainless steel, and even nickel alloy. These raw materials are suitable for the manufacture of pipe fittings. Forged pipe fittings are heavier, thicker, and designed for use in more demanding applications.
How these forged pipe fittings are made?
By engraving the needed identification on the collar area of each fitting, the required identification will be permanently engraved. The goal is to put the user at ease while recognizing specifications and to keep the system working smoothly.
- The marking must include the following:
- Manufacturer’s mark
- Origin country
- Normative specification
- Suitable size
- Workplace stress
- Material Identifier Class Pressure Heat Code
Uses of forged pipe fittings:
They are in a variety of industrial applications that include the handling of chemicals, gases, liquids, or other fluids. Oil and gas sector, power plants, foodservice industry, medicines, paper manufacture, construction, semiconductor fabrication, and so on are some examples of forged pipe fittings used by these Industries.
Forged pipe fittings have also feature of transferring hazardous materials such as chemicals and waste. They provide adequate protection against high pressures for sensitive equipment. Forged pipe fittings can be used to alter the direction of the piping system and, as a result, the direction of the stream. These pipe fittings are well-known for their durability, leak-free operation, precise dimensions, and smooth finish. Such long-lasting materials are excellent for entire line sealing in intensive operations.
Because forged fittings resistance of corrosion and other extreme weather conditions, they are used in well head equipment, Christmas tree equipment, oil drilling, highly pressurized jobs, drilling rigs, onshore offshore drilling, and other applications.