Steel Worlds Industries

Key Features:

Diameter Transition: Allows for the connection of pipes with different diameters without the need for a separate reducer, combining two functions in one component.
Material Versatility: Available in various materials such as carbon steel, stainless steel, alloy steel, and high-strength alloys, to accommodate different pressure, temperature, and environmental conditions.
Cost-Effective Design: By eliminating the need for additional fittings, reducing flanges provide a more cost-effective and space-saving solution for reducing pipe sizes.

Common Types:

Reducing Weld Neck Flange: Designed with a tapered neck to accommodate welding to the pipe, providing a smooth transition between different pipe sizes and minimizing turbulence.
Reducing Slip-On Flange: The pipe slides through the center of the flange and is welded at the top and bottom for a secure connection, commonly used in lower-pressure systems.
Reducing Threaded Flange: Features internal threads for a screw-on connection, eliminating the need for welding in low-pressure applications.

Standards and Specifications:

ANSI/ASME B16.5: Standard for pipe flanges and flanged fittings, including reducing flanges, specifying dimensions and tolerances.
ANSI/ASME B16.47: Standard for large diameter steel flanges.
ASTM A105: Specification for carbon steel forged fittings for piping applications.
ASTM A182: Standard for alloy and stainless steel pipe flanges, fittings, and valves.

Property	Details
Function	Connects pipes of different diameters without the need for separate reducers
Common Types	Reducing Weld Neck Flange, Reducing Slip-On Flange, Reducing Threaded Flange
Materials	Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel, Alloy Steel, High-Strength Alloys
Pressure Ratings	Varies by material and design; typically up to 1500 PSI or more
Temperature Ratings	Depends on material; generally ranges from -50°F to 1500°F for metals
Connection Types	Weld Neck, Slip-On, Threaded
Standards and Specifications	ANSI/ASME B16.5 (Pipe Flanges and Fittings), ANSI/ASME B16.47 (Large Diameter Steel Flanges), ASTM A105 (Carbon Steel), ASTM A182 (Alloy/SS), ISO 9001 (Quality)
Available Sizes	Typically from 1/2” to 60” diameter or larger depending on system requirements
Surface Finishes	Bare, Galvanized, Epoxy Coated, Polyurethane Coated for corrosion protection
Applications	Oil and Gas, Chemical Processing, Power Generation, Water and Wastewater Treatment
Advantages	Space-saving, cost-effective, easy installation, versatile applications