Reducers Fittings
Reducers fittings are essential components in piping systems, designed to transition from a larger to a smaller pipe diameter. Available as concentric or eccentric types, they ensure smooth flow adjustments while maintaining system integrity.
These fittings, with a reduction length typically equal to the average of the connected pipe diameters, are critical for industries like oil and gas, construction, and chemical processing, offering versatility and reliability in pipeline transitions.
Reducers fittings are used to connect pipes of different diameters, reducing the bore size in a pipeline. Concentric reducers, cone-shaped with a common centerline, are ideal for applications where alignment is not critical. Eccentric reducers, with an offset centerline, are used to maintain the top or bottom level of the pipe, typically on the upstream or downstream side. The reduction length is generally the average of the larger and smaller pipe diameters, optimizing flow dynamics.
Reducers fittings are manufactured to industry standards, ensuring compatibility and performance in diverse piping systems.
Grade/Standard | Equivalent | Application |
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ANSI B16.9, MSS-SP-43 | WPB/WPL6 | Oil and gas, power generation |
MSS-SP-75 | High-strength steel | High-pressure pipelines |
DIN2616 Teil 1/2 | Seamless/welded reducers | Chemical and petrochemical industries |
Reducers fittings are crucial in industries requiring efficient pipe size transitions:
Properties | Values & Limits |
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Types | Concentric Reducer, Eccentric Reducer |
Material | Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel, Alloy Steel |
Standards | ASME B16.9, MSS-SP-43, MSS-SP-75, DIN2616 |
Connection | Butt-Weld, Seamless, Welded |
Size Range | 1/2" to 24" (Seamless), up to 48" (Welded) |