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• Material: Forged carbon steel. 
• Application: Widely used in pressure systems operating at ambient and higher temperatures, common in the oil, gas, petrochemical, and chemical industries. 
• Properties: Offers high strength, durability, corrosion resistance, and cost-effectiveness. 
• A105N: A normalized version of A105, which undergoes a specific heat treatment to improve hardness, strength, and mechanical properties. 

• Weld Neck Flanges (A105 WNRF): Features a long tapered hub for a gradual thickness transition when butt-welded to a pipe. 
• Slip-on Flanges (A105 SORF): Designed for pipes to slip onto them, offering better positioning. 
• Blind Flanges (A105 Blind Flanges): Used to close off or cap pipes and are often used in petrochemical applications. 
• Threaded Flanges (A105 Threaded Flanges): Feature threaded connections for easy installation. 

• Weld Neck Flange: Ideal for high-pressure and high-temperature applications, such as in the chemical or oil and gas industries. It features a long, tapered neck that is butt-welded to a pipe, which provides strength and distributes stress evenly.
• Slip-On Flange: Slipped over the end of a pipe and then welded into place. Easier to install than weld neck flanges and generally used for low-pressure, less critical applications.
• Blind Flange: A solid disc with no center hole, used to block or terminate a pipeline or a vessel opening. They are suitable for high-pressure systems and are used for isolating pipes for maintenance or testing purposes.
• Socket Weld Flange: Designed for smaller-diameter, high-pressure pipes. The pipe is inserted into a socket and then welded with a fillet weld on the outside.
• Threaded Flange: Screwed onto pipes with external threads, eliminating the need for welding. It is best for low-pressure systems and applications where welding is dangerous or impractical.
• Lap Joint Flange: Used with a "stub end" and is beneficial for systems that need frequent dismantling for inspection or cleaning. The flange can be rotated to help align the bolt holes.
• Orifice Flange: Designed to be used with an orifice meter to measure the flow rate of fluids.
• Spectacle Blind Flange: Shaped like a figure-eight, with one end open and one end solid. It can be rotated to either block or allow flow, providing a secure method of isolation. 

• 304/304L: A general-purpose grade suitable for a wide range of applications with good corrosion resistance. The 304L variant is a low-carbon version ideal for welding.
  • Product example: The Grainger 4381000410 Pipe Flange is a 304/304L Stainless Steel Slip-On Flange that meets ASTM A182 and ANSI B16.5 specifications.
• 316/316L: Contains added molybdenum, providing superior corrosion resistance compared to 304, especially in marine environments and against chlorides. The 316L variant is low-carbon and used for welding.

• ASTM A105 Carbon Steel Blind Flange
  • Description: This is the industry standard for ambient and higher-temperature service in pressure systems.
  • Key Specs: Commonly available in pressure classes 150#, 300#, 600#, and up to 2500#; sizes typically range from 1/2" to 48".
  • Features: Known for high strength and durability, often available with a black or galvanized finish for corrosion resistance.

1. Grooved face: The flange has a precision-machined, smooth groove on its face.
2. Metallic gasket: A metallic gasket, which can be oval or octagonal in cross-section, is placed in the grooves of two mating flanges.
3. Metal-to-metal seal: When the bolts are tightened, the flanges compress the metallic gasket. Because the gasket is made of a softer material than the flange, it deforms and flows into the grooves, creating a tight metal-to-metal seal.
4. Flange face contact: In some RTJ designs (like the BX style), the raised faces of the flanges may touch, which prevents the gasket from being crushed by overtightening and protects the joint from vibration. 

• Superior sealing: The metal-to-metal seal is highly effective in preventing leaks in critical applications.
• High pressure and temperature resistance: Designed specifically for severe service conditions that exceed the capabilities of standard raised-face flanges.
• Material: Constructed from carbon steel, often specified as ASTM A105, which is suitable for high-pressure service and provides strength and resistance to spills.
• Various types: RTJ flanges are available in common styles, including weld neck, blind, and slip-on designs. 

• Oil and gas pipelines
• Refineries and petrochemical plants
• High-pressure steam systems
• High-integrity pressure vessel joints
• Chemical processing 

• ASME B16.5: This is a key standard covering pipe flanges and flanged fittings up to 24 inches for various pressure ratings, including RTJ flanges.
• API 6A: This standard specifies flanges used in the oil and gas industry, where RTJ is a common requirement.
• ASTM A105: The standard material specification for forged carbon steel piping components, including flanges. 

• Material Grades: The most common carbon steel grade is ASTM A105, followed by low-temperature grades like ASTM A350 LF2.
• Pressure Classes: Standard ratings include Class 150, 300, 600, 900, 1500, and 2500.
• Size Range: They are typically available from 1/2 inch to 24 inches, though some manufacturers offer sizes up to 48 inches. 

• Standard Slip-On (SO): Features a plain bore and a hub extending from the flat face.
• Raised Face (SORF): The most common type, featuring a small protrusion around the bore to accommodate a gasket for better sealing.
• Flat Face (SOFF): Has a smooth, even surface; typically used when the mating flange is a casting.
• Ring Type Joint (RTJ): Features a machined groove for a metal ring gasket, used for higher-pressure and high-temperature industrial environments.
• Reducing Slip-On: Used to transition between different pipe sizes in a piping system.

• Material: Forged carbon steel with max 0.35% carbon.
• Standards: Covers ASME/ASTM SA105 standards.
• Pressure Ratings: Typically Classes 150#, 300#, 600#, 900#, 1500#, and 2500#.
• Types: Slip-on, Welding Neck, Socket Weld, Blind, Threaded, and Lap Joint.
• Key Properties: Excellent weldability, high tensile strength, and cost-effectiveness.

Carbon steel flanges are vital components used to connect pipes, valves, and other equipment in various industrial piping systems, offering a durable and cost-effective connection solution. They are available in different types, grades, and pressure ratings to suit specific application requirements. 

Weld Neck Flanges: These feature a long, tapered hub that is butt-welded to the pipe, providing significant strength and stress distribution. They are ideal for high-pressure and high-temperature applications where system integrity is critical.
Slip-On Flanges: Designed to slip over the end of the pipe and then be secured with fillet welds at both the inner and outer diameters, these are easy to install and a cost-effective option for low-pressure, low-temperature systems.
Blind Flanges: A solid disc used to seal or block off a pipeline or pressure vessel opening, allowing for easy inspection and maintenance access. They are suitable for high-pressure applications.
Socket Weld Flanges: Similar to slip-on flanges but with a socket for the pipe end and a single fillet weld on the outside, they are often used in high-pressure, small-diameter piping systems with limited space.
Threaded Flanges: These have a threaded bore and can be assembled without welding, making them suitable for non-critical, low-pressure, and highly corrosive environments where welding might be difficult.
Lap Joint Flanges: Used in conjunction with a stub end, these allow for easy alignment and frequent disassembly of piping systems.

ASTM A105/A105N: This is a common and widely used material for forged carbon steel flanges suitable for ambient and high-temperature services in pressure systems.
ASTM A350 LF2: This grade is specifically designed for low-temperature applications and requires notch toughness testing to ensure performance in cold environments.
ASTM A694: These flanges are used in high-pressure oil and gas transmission pipelines and are designed to withstand significant stress.
Pressure Ratings: Flanges are available in various pressure classes, including Class 150, 300, 600, 900, 1500, and 2500, as defined by standards like ASME B16.5.
Face Types: Common flange facing types include Flat Face (FF), Raised Face (RF), and Ring Type Joint (RTJ), which dictate the gasket and sealing method used.

Flanges:
Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel, Alloy Steel
Sizes: 1/2" to 48"
Class: 150 LBS, 300 LBS, 600 LBS, 900 LBS, 1500 LBS
Type: Weld Neck, Slip On, Blind, Socket Weld, Lap Joint, RTJ, Spectacle Blind
Standards: ANSI, ASTM, MSS, NACE

Nik-San Pipefit Engineering Co. supply and export SS flanges and CS flanges to meet your demands.  We can provide a series of high-quality pipe flanges, such as din flanges, ansi flange, asme flanges, jis flanges, en flanges, bs flanges, 150# flanges, rjt flanges, raised face flanges, loose flange, flat face flanges, weld neck flanges, slip on flanges, plate flanges, blind flanges, socket weld flanges, orifice flanges, threaded flanges, lap joint flanges, spectacle flanges, spectacle blind, orifice plate, blank, carbon steel flanges, stainless steel flanges, based on guaranteed quality.

The Flanges are designed to be connected with pipelines, pumps and valves for oil & gas, hydroelectric, power generation, paper & pulp, petrochemical, thermal, marine, nuclear and irrigation applications.