Steel Worlds Industries

Key Features:

Two-Piece Design: Consists of a loose flange and a stub end that are bolted together. The pipe is welded to the stub end, while the flange is free to rotate around the pipe, making alignment easier.
Adjustability: The loose flange design allows for easy rotation and alignment, simplifying the process of connecting bolts to the mating flange.
Corrosion Resistance: The flange itself does not come into contact with the fluid, so it can be made of a less expensive material than the stub end, reducing costs in corrosive environments.

Common Types:

Standard Lap Joint Flange: The most common type, used in general applications where flexibility and alignment are key.
Raised Face Lap Joint Flange: Features a raised surface around the bolt holes to improve sealing, commonly used in higher-pressure systems.
Flat Face Lap Joint Flange: Has a flat surface around the bolt holes, typically used for lower-pressure applications.

Standards and Specifications:

ANSI/ASME B16.5: Standard for pipe flanges and flanged fittings, including lap joint flanges, specifying dimensions and tolerances.
ASTM A105: Specification for carbon steel forged fittings for piping applications.
ASTM A182: Standard for alloy and stainless steel pipe flanges, fittings, and valves.
ISO 9001: Quality management system standard ensuring consistent manufacturing and quality control.

Property	Details
Function	Connects pipes with a two-piece system using a loose flange and a stub end, allowing easy alignment and flexibility
Common Types	Standard Lap Joint Flange, Raised Face Lap Joint Flange, Flat Face Lap Joint Flange
Materials	Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel, Alloy Steel, Corrosion-Resistant Alloys
Pressure Ratings	Varies by material and design; typically up to 1500 PSI or more for metal flanges
Temperature Ratings	Depends on material; generally ranges from -50°F to 1500°F for metals
Connection Types	Loose flange design with a welded stub end for easy alignment and assembly
Standards and Specifications	ANSI/ASME B16.5 (Flanges and Fittings), ASTM A105 (Carbon Steel), ASTM A182 (Alloy/SS), ISO 9001 (Quality)
Available Sizes	Typically from 1/2” to 24” diameter or larger
Surface Finishes	Bare, Galvanized, Epoxy Coated, Polyurethane Coated for corrosion protection
Applications	Piping Systems in Corrosive Environments, Maintenance and Repair, Water Treatment, Food and Beverage Industry
Advantages	Easy alignment, cost-efficient, flexible and reusable, corrosion-resistant