A Pipe fitting is defined as a part used in a Piping System, for change in direction, change in pipe diameter or branching. There are many different types of fittings and they are the same in all Sizes and Sch as the Pipes. Buttweld Fittings are normally made from Pipes.
Buttweld (BW) Fittings whose dimensions, dimensional tolerances etc are as per ASME B16.9 STD, Light-weight corrosion fittings are made as per MSS SP43.
Standards |
Designation |
ASTM |
A 403 |
ASME |
SA 403 |
Dimension Standard |
ASME/ANSI B16.9, ASME B16.28, MSS-SP-43 |
Size |
Seamless 1/2" to 24" , Welded 1/2" to 24" Two Joint / Two Halve Fittings 6" to 48" |
Thickness |
Sch 5s, Sch 10s, Sch 40s, Sch 80s, Sch 160s, Sch XXS, |