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The key stuff you need to know to work with piping
Types of Gaskets for Flanges (Soft, Spiral, Ring Joint)
Learn about the 5 key flange gaskets types (used in the oil and gas industry): non-asbestos gaskets full and raised face (used for low-pressure, low-temperature and non-critical
How to Select the Right Flange Gasket?
How to select the right gasket for a piping application? To choose the proper flange gasket, piping engineers should take into consideration the following 4
Threaded Flange Dimensions EN 1092 (PN 6/16)
Dimensions and weights charts of PN 6, 16 threaded flanges EN 1092-1 Type 13, with weights and stud bolt requirements. THREADED FLANGE DIMENSIONS (EN 1092-1
Weldolet Dimensions Charts (MSS-SP 97)
Weldolet dimensions and weights (“center of the run to Weldolet face”, “size-on-size” and “reducing” Weldolets sizes by NPS and schedule, and “run sizes combinations”). WELDOLET
What is a Hydrostatic Test?
The hydrostatic test consists of filling a piece of equipment with a fluid at test pressure, for a given period of time, to check the
Double Ferrule Compression Fittings
Compression fittings are used to create leak-free tube connections easily and quickly. Double ferrule compression fittings feature an outer nut, two deformable ferrules in soft alloy or
Socket Weld Flange Dimensions (ASME B16.5)
The charts show the dimensions of socket weld flange class 150, 300, 400, 900, 1500, 2500 in inches and in millimeters. SOCKET WELD FLANGE DIMENSIONS IN INCHES
ASME B16.47 Flanges Dimensions and Weights
The charts show the dimensions of ASME B16.47 large size flanges class 150, 300, 400, 600, 900 (from 26 to 60 inches in diameter). ASME
Stub Ends for Flanged Joints
What is a stub end and why should it be used? Stub ends are buttweld fittings that can be used (in combination with a lap
Spectacle Blind, Flange Spade, Ring Spacer (ASME B16.48)
Spectacle blind, flange spade, and ring spacer are forged products used to blind pipelines (temporarily or permanently). These devices are cost-effective alternatives to isolation valves. A
Orifice Flange Explained (ASME B16.36)
An Orifice Flange is used in combination with orifice meters to measure the flow rate of oil, gas and other liquids conveyed by the pipeline. Orifice
ASTM vs. EN Pipe Specifications
An overview of the most common ASTM and EN/DIN pipe specifications, material grades within each specification, and, when possible, the equivalent grades between ASTM vs.
Pipe Coating, Lining and Cladding
What is the difference between external pipe coating and internal pipe-lining and cladding? External pipe coatings are used to protect the metal from corrosive environments
BWG and SWG Tube Size Chart
BWG and SWG are alternative measurements for steel tubing sizes (outside diameter and wall thickness). BWG stands for “Birmingham Wire Gauge” (or “Stubs Iron Wire
ASME B36.10/36.19 Pipe Dimensions Charts
Looking for steel pipe size charts? The ASME B36.10 and ASME B36.19 specifications cover the dimensions of seamless and welded steel pipes for high and
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