Description

Socket Welding Union is a type of pipe fitting used to connect two pieces of pipe or tubing to other equipment in a piping system. They are designed to provide a secure and removable connection, making them easy to install and maintain.

Applications

Socket Welding Union is widely used in industries such as:

• Oil and gas : Connecting oil and gas pipelines
• Chemical : Piping systems in chemical plants
• Food and pharmaceuticals : Clean piping systems
• Water supply and drainage : Industrial and civil water supply and drainage systems
• Shipbuilding : Piping systems in shipbuilding industry

Standards

ASME B16.11 : This standard specifies the material, design, dimensional, tolerance, and inspection requirements for socket weld pipe fittings, including tees, elbows, unions, couplings, caps, plugs, bushings, and reducers.

• Material : Stainless steel, carbon steel, alloy
• Size : From 1/8 inch to 4 inch
• Operating pressure : Up to 3000 psi (pounds per square inch)
• Standard : ASME B16.11, BS 3799
• Structure : Consists of 3 parts – male connector, female connector, and connecting ring (nut)

Socket Welding Union Dimensions and Thickness Table (according to ASME B16.11)

Note:

• Outer diameter (D) : Outer diameter of the pipe.
• Overall Height (L) : Total height of the union from male connector to female connector.
• Average thickness (t) : Thickness of material at thickest point.

Socket Welding Union Material Summary