| Standard: | ANSI, DIN, GB, JIS, GOST, BSW |
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| Type: | Welding Flange |
| Material: | Carbon Steel |
| Structure: | Round |
| Connection: | Welding |
| Sealing Surface: | RF |
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Standard: ASTM A105, ASTM A182
Material: Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel, Alloy Steel
Size Range: 1/2'', 1'', 2'', 3'', 4'' to 24''
Pressure Class: Class 150 to 2500
Face: Raised face (RF), Ring type joint (RTJ)
Threaded flange is connecting with pipe without welding. It is similar to slip on flange or a socket weld flange, fitted with a tapered thread (screw) inside the flange bore that is mounted on the pipe with corresponding external threads. In some cases a seal weld also applied in conjunction with threaded pipe flange.
Though threaded pipe flange is available in different dimensions, threaded fittings mostly is used in small diameters pipeline. (Below 4 inch normally.)
On the other hand, it is not compatible with a pipe system in thin wall thickness, since there is no space for doing the threading.
There are two types of threaded flanges. One is to seal the two pipe ends with a certain sealing surface and a lens pad. This type of flange is mostly used for ammonia production. But it has been used less recently, and the lens pad has been replaced by a metal ring.
The other type is the same as a normal flange, sealed with two flange sealing faces.
There are two facing types for threaded flange, raised face flange and ring joint flange.
When the gasket surface area is above the bolted line of the flange, the raised face flange is easily identified. It is compatible with a wide range of gaskets, from flat to semi-metallic and metallic types, either ring or full.
The main scope of a raised face flange design is to concentrate the pressure of the two mating flanges on a small surface and increase the strength of the seal.
The height of the raised face surface depends on the flange pressure level, for example, for pressure classes 150 and 300, the height is 1.6 mm or 1/12 inch, and for the 400 to 2500 level, the raised face height is about 6.4 mm, or 1/4 inch.
ASTM A105: Standard forged carbon steel pipe components for environmental and high temperature / high pressure systems.
ASTM A182: The standard for alloy and stainless threaded flanges. Common alloy grades: F5, F9, F11, F22, F91; Stainless steel grades: F304, 304/, F316, F316L.
The threaded flange is screwed to the threaded pipe by the thread, which is processed in the inner hole of the flange. So It does not need to be welded. Therefore, it became so convenient for installation and maintenance comparing with other flange types, such as slip on flange, socket weld flange etc.
Threaded flanges are used where it is difficult to weld or cannot be welded, such as threaded flanges used to protect the galvanized layer of pipes. In addition, It should not be used on pipes with repeated temperature fluctuations or above 260 ºC and below -45ºC as well.
In ASME B31.3 standard it defines:
Where steel pipe is threaded and used for steam service above 250 psi or for water service above 100 psi with water temperatures above 220° F, the pipe shall be seamless and have a thickness at least equal to schedule 80 of ASME B36.10.
Take the measurements of the following:
The various types of threaded flanges are as follows:
Threaded flanges are threaded in the bore which match an external thread on the pipe. Threaded flanges are used with pipes that have external threads. The benefit of these flanges is that it can be attached without welding.
| Class | Flat Face | Raised Face | Ring Type Joint |
| ANSI 150 | THD Flange ANSI 150 FF (in) | THD Flange ANSI 150 RF (in) | THD Flange ANSI 150 RTJ (in) |
| ANSI 300 | THD Flange ANSI 300 FF (in) | THD Flange ANSI 300 RF (in) | THD Flange ANSI 300 RTJ (in) |
| ANSI 400 | THD Flange ANSI 400 FF (in) | THD Flange ANSI 400 RF (in) | THD Flange ANSI 400 RTJ (in) |
| ANSI 600 | THD Flange ANSI 600 FF (in) | THD Flange ANSI 600 RF (in) | THD Flange ANSI 600 RTJ (in) |
| ANSI 900 | THD Flange ANSI 900 FF (in) | THD Flange ANSI 900 RF (in) | THD Flange ANSI 900 RTJ (in) |
| ANSI 1500 | THD Flange ANSI 1500 FF (in) | THD Flange ANSI 1500 RF (in) | THD Flange ANSI 1500 RTJ (in) |
| ANSI 2500 | THD Flange ANSI 2500 FF (in) | THD Flange ANSI 2500 RF (in) | THD Flange ANSI 2500 RTJ (in) |
The datasheets we have on this site are shown below. For simplicity sake, only datasheets that adhere to B16.5 are shown. ASME B16.5 covers flange dimensions from ½" to 24". For sizes larger than this, please visit our flange datasheets page.
Pipe flanges are manufactured in all the different materials like stainless steel, cast iron, aluminium, brass, bronze, plastic etc. but the most used material is forged carbon steel and have machined surfaces.
Flanges are welded to pipe and equipment nozzle. Accordingly, it is manufactured from the following materials;
The list of materials used in manufacturing is covered in ASME B16.5 & B16.47.
Commonly used Forged material grads are
| Material | Fittings | Flanges | Valves | Bolts & Nuts |
| Carbon Steel | A234 Gr WPA | A105 | A216 Gr WCB | A193 Gr B7 A194 Gr 2H |
| A234 Gr WPB | A105 | A216 Gr WCB | ||
| A234 Gr WPC | A105 | A216 Gr WCB | ||
| Carbon Steel Alloy High-Temp |
A234 Gr WP1 | A182 Gr F1 | A217 Gr WC1 | A193 Gr B7 A194 Gr 2H |
| A234 Gr WP11 | A182 Gr F11 | A217 Gr WC6 | ||
| A234 Gr WP12 | A182 Gr F12 | A217 Gr WC6 | ||
| A234 Gr WP22 | A182 Gr F22 | A217 Gr WC9 | ||
| A234 Gr WP5 | A182 Gr F5 | A217 Gr C5 | ||
| A234 Gr WP9 | A182 Gr F9 | A217 Gr C12 | ||
| Carbon Steel Alloy Low-Temp |
A420 Gr WPL6 | A350 Gr LF2 | A352 Gr LCB | A320 Gr L7 A194 Gr 7 |
| A420 Gr WPL3 | A350 Gr LF3 | A352 Gr LC3 | ||
| Austenitic Stainless Steel | A403 Gr WP304 | A182 Gr F304 | A182 Gr F304 | A193 Gr B8 A194 Gr 8 |
| A403 Gr WP316 | A182 Gr F316 | A182 Gr F316 | ||
| A403 Gr WP321 | A182 Gr F321 | A182 Gr F321 | ||
| A403 Gr WP347 | A182 Gr F347 | A182 Gr F347 |
ASTM standards define the specific manufacturing process of the material and determine the exact chemical composition of pipes, fittings and flanges, through percentages of the permitted quantities of carbon, magnesium, nickel, etc., and are indicated by "Grade".
The usual materials of flanges include stainless steel, carbon steel, aluminum and plastic. The choice of the material largely depends on the purpose of the flange. For example, stainless steel is more durable and is necessary for heavy use. On the other hand, plastic is more feasible for use in the home because of its reasonable price and easy installation. The materials used for flanges are under the designation of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers.
The most common materials for pipe flanges (forged grades) are: ASTM A105 (carbon steel high temperature to match A53/A106/API 5L pipes), A350 Grades LF1/2/3 (carbon steel low temperature to match A333 pipes), A694 Grades F42 to F80 (high yield carbon steel to match API 5L pipe grades), ASTM A182 Grades F5 to F91 (alloy steel flanges to match A335 pipes), A182 Grade F304/316 (stainless steel flanges to match A312 SS pipes), A182 Gr. F44/F51/F53/F55 (duplex and super duplex to match A790/A928 pipes) and various nickel alloy grades (Inconel, Incoloy, Hastelloy, Monel).
The material qualities for these flanges are defined in the ASTM standards.
What are ASTM Grades?
For example, a carbon steel pipe can be identified with Grade A or B, a stainless-steel pipe with Grade TP304 or Grade TP321, a carbon steel fitting with Grade WPB etc.
Pipe Flange Standards mainly include three systems in the world, ANSI/ASME flange system(American), DIN flange system(European system), JIS flange system, other system made according to this three systems, like GB flange standard, which mainly made according to ANSI/ASME and DIN flange standard, Duwa Piping supplies those flanges with top quality and soonest delivery time.
Flanges are used to connect pipes or other equipment components in various industries, and they come in a variety of materials and sizes. Flange material standards are developed by standard-setting organizations and describe the properties and characteristics of different materials that can be used to make flanges. Some examples of commonly used flange material standards include:
The choice of flange material standard will depend on various factors such as the application, the environment, the fluid being transported, and the required performance characteristics. For example, high-pressure applications may require flanges made from materials with high strength and durability, while corrosive environments may require flanges made from materials with good resistance to corrosion.
The most frequently asked questions regarding flanges and flange fittings have to do with how flanges fit on specific steel tube and steel pipe ends.
Flanges have flat or flush surfaces that are vertical to the pipe to which they are attached. The attachment process involves mechanically joining two or more faces using bolts, adhesives, collars, or welds. Due to the attachment requirements, a flange must fit the equipment or pipe that it's designed. That's why it's necessary to check all the possible specifications and dimensions to ascertain that it's of the right size, type, and material.
Pipe flanges, gaskets, and bolts are the three parts that comprise a flanged connection. Gaskets and bolts are typically made of the same flange materials or a material approved for the pipe components. Each component comes in various materials that suit specific applications and must be matched correctly for proper functioning. The gaskets come in two conventional types: full-face gaskets and ring gaskets. Full-face gaskets have the bolt holes visible and pair up with raised-face gaskets. Ring gaskets tend to be smaller rings minus the bolt holes and pair up with flat-faced flanges. Securing the flange components requires matching the surfaces evenly and plumb, adjusting as needed for a uniform fit. Once all surfaces match, bring the flanges together and secure at least two of the bolts. Refine the alignment, so the remaining bolt holes match and their corresponding bolts are tightly secured.
Properly sizing a flange for pipe use depends not only on the type of flange but its compatible piping. The pipe must slip into the flange's inside diameter easily and securely, and the outside diameter should cover wall holes. Once you determine the specific flange type and material you need for the job, you'll need to take several measurements. The four measurements you'll need are the inside diameter, outside diameter, bolt hole count, and bolt hole center. You'll need to align each of these measurements from opposing bolt holes to get the most accurate readings. Take all measurements from edge to edge and try to get as precise as possible to match the correct product. Round up bolt diameter to the next half or whole step since bolts measure half or whole inches. Once you have all four measurements, check them against the manufacturer's table to find the correct flange. Most manufacturers list these specifications on their websites for easy reference.
Flange Inspection
Before dispatching from manufacture each flange is inspected to ensure quality. During an inspection you have to check the following;
ASME B16.5 and B16.47 standards cover permissible tolerances for inspection.
Because of the normal wooden boxes or wooden pallets have to do fumigation treatment, we usually use plywood pallet or plywood case or box to pack steel flanges without fumigation treatment.
A flange is a method of connecting pipes, valves, pumps, and other equipment to form a piping system. It also provides easy access for cleaning, inspection, or modification.
When a piping joint requires to be dismantled, flanges are being used. These are primarily used on equipment, valves, and specialty items. Breakout flanges are provided at predetermined intervals in certain pipelines where maintenance is a regular occurrence. The flanges, gaskets, and bolting make up a flanged joint, which is made up of three separate but interconnected components. To achieve a leak-proof joint, special controls are required in the selection and application of all of these elements.
Here are the details of Flanges about their advantages and their applications.
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