ASME B16 5 Weld Neck Flange

ASME B16 5 Weld Neck Flange

Complies with ASME B16.5, forged weld neck flange
Core industrial pipeline connector, butt-welding type, high strength & excellent sealing
Multi-material/pressure adaptable, low maintenance, long service life
Good economic benefits, widely used in high-temp & high-pressure industries
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Description
Technical Parameters

Product Overview

 

ASME B16.5 Weld Neck Flange is manufactured using a high-strength forging process, specifically designed for high-pressure and high-temperature piping connections. This weld neck flange features a unique tapered hub design that effectively disperses stress and reduces pressure concentration, thereby significantly enhancing the structural integrity of the piping system. Whether in petroleum transmission or chemical processing, the ASME B16.5 Weld Neck Flange provides a stable and reliable connection solution.

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Product Parameters

 

Item

Common Specifications

 

Standard

ASME B16.5

Type/Model

Forged, Weld Neck

Size Range

1/2" to 24" (DN15 to DN600)

Pressure Ratings

Class 150, Class 300, Class 600, Class 900, Class 1500, Class 2500

Connection Type

Buttwelding

Surface treatment

Rust preventive oil, hot-dip galvanizing (customizable upon request)

 

Material Comparison

 

Material Category

Representative Grades

Cost effectiveness and application

Carbon Steel

A105N, A350 LF2, ct20

Suitable for standard conditions, low procurement cost, good workability. The primary choice for conventional water, oil, and gas pipelines.

Stainless Steel

304/L, 316/L, 321

Although initial investment is higher, it eliminates frequent replacements in corrosive environments, significantly reducing maintenance costs and downtime losses.

Alloy Steel

A182 F11/F22/F91

Specifically designed for high-pressure, high-temperature applications (e.g., power plants). Reduces failure rates, ensures continuous production, resulting in a short return on investment.

 

Technical Diagram

 

ASME B16.5
Approximate weight of welding neck flanges(Kg)

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SIZE

Nominal Pressure

DN

NPS

Class150

Class300

Class600

Class900

Class1500

Class2500

15

1/2"

0.91

0.91

1.36

3.18

3.18

3.63

20

3/4"

0.91

1.36

1.59

3.18

3.18

4.09

25

1"

1.14

1.82

1.82

3.86

3.86

5.9

32

1-1/4"

1.14

2.27

2.5

4.54

4.54

9.08

40

1-1/2"

1.81

3.18

3.63

6.36

6.36

12.7

50

2"

2.72

3.36

4.54

10.9

10.9

19.1

65

2-1/2"

4.45

5.45

6.36

16.3

16.34

23.6

80

3"

5.22

8.17

8.17

13.2

21.8

42.7

100

4"

7.49

12.1

16.8

23.2

31.3

66.3

125

5"

9.53

16.3

30.9

39.1

59.9

110.8

150

6"

11.8

20.4

33.1

49.9

74.5

171.6

200

8"

19.1

31.3

50.9

84.9

123.9

261.5

250

10"

24.5

45.4

85.8

121.7

206.1

484.9

300

12"

39.9

664.5

102.6

168.9

313.3

730.1

350

14"

51.8

93.5

157.5

255.2

406.5

 

400

16"

64.5

113.1

218.4

311

525

 

450

18"

74.9

138.9

252

419.5

687.2

 

500

20"

89.4

167.5

313.3

528.5

852.6

 

550

22"

103.5

199.4

376.5

 

 

 

600

24"

121.7

235.6

443.6

955.6

1366.8

 

 

Main Applications

Metallurgy & Mining

Used for transporting highly abrasive or high-pressure media such as slurry and high-pressure water.

Pharmaceutical & Food Processing

In environments with high cleanliness requirements, weld neck flanges made of 304/316L stainless steel are used to facilitate pipeline cleaning and aseptic transmission.

 

FAQ

 

Q1: What is the difference in cost and application between ASME B16.5 Weld Neck Flanges and Slip-On Flanges?

A: In terms of initial purchase price, weld neck flanges are generally more expensive than slip-on flanges. However, from an economic benefit perspective, the weld neck flange's tapered hub design requires less welding, distributes stress evenly, and offers a longer fatigue life. In high-pressure systems or those with significant temperature fluctuations, using weld neck flanges can reduce weld repair probability by up to 90%. In the long run, the total maintenance cost is significantly lower than that of slip-on flanges.

Q2: How do you help customers control costs through material selection?

A: We offer a full range of materials from carbon steel to alloy steel. For example, for standard water treatment projects, we recommend A105N carbon steel with rust prevention treatment, offering the best cost-performance ratio. For mildly corrosive chemical media, we might recommend 316L stainless steel. Although the price per ton is higher, its extremely low corrosion rate means equipment life can be extended by 3-5 times, avoiding production losses from frequent flange replacements. This represents the most forward-thinking economic approach.

 

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