Pipeline fittings- Types of fittings and accessories Just as a chain is no stronger than its weakest link, an A234 WPB piping system is only worth thanks to its connections. It is, therefore, very important to know all the connections well to be able to create (assemble) or modify piping circuits on industrial machines and equipment.
Therefore, you need to know what type of fitting is best suited to the operating conditions of the machine or equipment.
There are three ways to connect the pipes: by threading pipes and A234 WP91fittings; by welding ; by the assembly (connection) by Carbon Steel Flange. Threaded connections Threaded fittings are the most used. They are found on copper, cast iron, steel, and other alloy piping. Even if the threaded piping can be suitable for all pressures, it is mainly used on small diameter pipes, that is to say, 75 mm and less. It should also be added that the larger the diameter of the pipe, the more difficult it becomes to obtain a good threaded joint.
As for steel pipes, fittings are classified by nominal size, name of the fitting, material from which they are made. The fittings for steel pipe pipelines are supplied in an ordinary model or a beaded model.