Titanium Socket Weld Flange
Titanium Socket Weld Flange supplied by grade, material standard, nominal size, pressure class, facing, bore, bolt pattern, connection details, inspection and documentation.
- Grades
- Grade 2, Grade 5, Grade 7, Grade 12 or specified grade
- Material
- ASTM B381 / ASME SB381 as applicable
- Dimensions
- ASME B16.5 or approved EN/DIN/JIS/customer drawing
- Documents
- MTC, dimensions and heat/lot traceability
Product Detail
Product Introduction
Titanium Socket Weld Flange is a forged and machined titanium piping component identified by its internal socket and shoulder for pipe insertion. Material grade, dimensional standard, nominal size, pressure class, facing, mating component and service conditions must be reviewed together.
How should a titanium socket weld flange be ordered?
Selection answer: A socket weld flange receives the pipe end in a controlled socket and uses a fillet weld. The socket bore, counterbore, pipe OD, insertion gap and connected-pipe schedule must be coordinated.
Selection boundary: The internal crevice and fillet-weld geometry can affect corrosion, fatigue and cleanliness. Suitability must be confirmed by the piping code and service review, especially for aggressive media or cyclic duty.
RFQ data to confirm: Provide grade, NPS, class, facing, pipe schedule, socket dimensions, insertion-gap requirement, weld procedure, medium, design pressure and temperature, NDE, quantity and documents.
Product Specifications
| Product | Titanium Socket Weld Flange | Grade | Titanium Grade 2, Grade 5, Grade 7, Grade 12 or specified alloy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | ASTM B381 / ASME SB381 may govern titanium-alloy forgings; ASME B16.5 or an approved EN, DIN, JIS or project standard may govern dimensions, pressure class and facing. The applicable piping code and project specification control selection and rating. | Size & Form | NPS/DN and Class/PN according to the specified dimensional standard or customer drawing |
| Tolerance | Applicable material/dimensional standard and order-defined bore, hub, facing, bolt circle, hole and connection tolerances | Supply Condition | Forged and machined with protected sealing faces, individual identification and reinforced export-case packing |
| Inspection | MTC and heat traceability, PMI when specified, nominal size and pressure class, OD and thickness, bore and connection geometry, bolt circle and holes, facing and surface finish, visual inspection and supplementary NDE when required. | Documents | MTC, heat/lot traceability and agreed inspection reports |
Additional Supply & Ordering Details
Useful, technically consistent information consolidated from earlier product pages.
| Connection function | A socket-weld flange receives the pipe end in a machined socket and uses an external fillet weld. Socket depth, pipe setback and bore alignment are essential fabrication controls. |
|---|---|
| Critical dimensions | State NPS, class, facing, dimensional standard, socket bore and depth, through bore, pipe OD and wall, face finish, bolt drilling and grade. |
| Fabrication interface | Define pipe insertion gap, joint cleaning, filler, shielding and qualified fillet-weld procedure. Review crevice and fatigue implications for the intended service. |
| Inspection focus | Inspect socket diameter and depth, bore alignment, facing, flange thickness, bolt drilling, surface and material traceability; add PT or weld inspection for the completed joint as specified. |
Send the complete material RFQ
Include grade, specification revision, dimensions, tolerance, quantity, condition, tests and destination.
Chemical Composition
Weight percent; maximum unless a range is shown. Titanium is the balance. The ordered specification and grade control.
| Grade / UNS | Principal Alloying Elements | Fe max | O max | C max | N max | H max | Ti |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 2 / R50400 | — | 0.30 | 0.25 | 0.08 | 0.03 | 0.015 | Balance |
| Grade 5 / R56400 | Al 5.50–6.75; V 3.50–4.50 | 0.40 | 0.20 | 0.08 | 0.05 | 0.015 | Balance |
| Grade 7 / R52400 | Pd 0.12–0.25 | 0.30 | 0.25 | 0.08 | 0.03 | 0.015 | Balance |
| Grade 12 / R53400 | Mo 0.20–0.40; Ni 0.60–0.90 | 0.30 | 0.25 | 0.08 | 0.03 | 0.015 | Balance |
Mechanical Properties – Annealed Material Reference
| Grade | Ultimate Tensile Strength min | 0.2% Yield Strength min | Elongation min |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 2 | 345 MPa | 275 MPa | 20% |
| Grade 5 | 895 MPa | 828 MPa | 10% |
| Grade 7 | 345 MPa | 275 MPa | 20% |
| Grade 12 | 483 MPa | 345 MPa | 18% |
Representative minima only. Product form, section size, heat treatment and the invoked specification determine the certified acceptance values.
Typical Physical Properties
| Grade | Density | Elastic Modulus | Thermal Expansion |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 2 | 4.51 g/cm³ | Approx. 105 GPa | Approx. 8.6 µm/m·K |
| Grade 5 | 4.43 g/cm³ | Approx. 114 GPa | Approx. 8.6 µm/m·K |
| Grade 7 | Approx. 4.51 g/cm³ | Approx. 105 GPa | Approx. 8.6 µm/m·K |
| Grade 12 | Approx. 4.54 g/cm³ | Approx. 103 GPa | Approx. 8.6 µm/m·K |
Typical engineering references, not inspection acceptance limits.
Certificates & Inspection Records
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Product Packaging
Machined faces, bores and bevels are protected with covers or wrapping. Flanges are separated by grade, size and heat, then secured in reinforced export cases with traceability labels. Typical export packaging for the same physical product form is shown below; final packing is confirmed for each order.
Application Scenarios
Small-bore welded piping where the piping specification permits socket-weld joints
Material grade, dimensions, condition and inspection must be matched to the application requirements.
Chemical processing and corrosion-resistant piping
Material grade, dimensions, condition and inspection must be matched to the application requirements.
Marine, desalination and industrial equipment connections
Material grade, dimensions, condition and inspection must be matched to the application requirements.
FAQ
Does ASTM B381 define flange pressure class and dimensions?
No. ASTM B381 primarily covers titanium forgings. State the separate dimensional standard, size, class or PN, facing and project requirements.
Which titanium grade should be selected?
Grade selection depends on service chemistry, temperature, strength, mating materials, fabrication and the governing project specification.
What information is required for quotation?
Provide grade, material and dimensional standards, size, class/PN, facing, bore or connection details, quantity, NDE and certificates.
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