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What is ASME B16.47 Class 600 Series A Flange?
ASME B16.47 Class 600 Series A Flanges are commonly manufactured using materials such as carbon steel (ASTM A105), stainless steel (ASTM A182 F304/F316), alloy steel (ASTM A182 F11/F22), and other specialized alloys depending on specific requirements. These flanges are designed for high-pressure applications in industries such as oil and gas, chemical processing, and power generation.
The standard dimensions for Class 600 Series A Flanges typically range from 26 inches to 60 inches nominal pipe size (NPS). The facing of these flanges can be raised face (RF), flat face (FF), or ring type joint (RTJ), and the flanges are usually available in welding neck, slip-on, and blind configurations.
Manufacturing processes for ASME B16.47 Class 600 Series A Flanges involve forging, machining, and heat treatment to meet stringent quality and performance standards. The flanges undergo various tests, including hydrostatic testing, non-destructive testing, and dimensional inspections, ensuring they comply with ASME standards.
Applications of these flanges span across industries requiring high-pressure piping systems. They are commonly used in pipelines, refineries, petrochemical plants, and offshore platforms where reliable sealing and pressure containment are crucial.
Q&A:
1. What are the material options for Class 600 Series A Flanges?
– Materials commonly used include carbon steel (ASTM A105), stainless steel (ASTM A182 F304/F316), and alloy steel (ASTM A182 F11/F22), among others.
2. What sizes are available for these flanges?
– They typically range from 26 inches to 60 inches nominal pipe size (NPS).
3. What facing options are offered for these flanges?
– The facing can be raised face (RF), flat face (FF), or ring type joint (RTJ).
4. In what industries are these flanges commonly used?
– They find applications in oil and gas, chemical processing, power generation, and other high-pressure systems.
Dimensions of ASME B16.47 Class 600 Series A Flange
Nominal Size | Outside Diameter | Min. Thickness [Note1] – WNF | Min. Thickness [Note1] – Blind | Length Through Hub | Hub Dia. Base [Note2] | Hub Dia. Top | Raised Face Dia. | Drilling – Bolt Circle Dia. | Drilling – No. of Bolt Holes | Drilling – Dia. of Bolt Hole | Dia. of Bolt | Min. Fillet Radius |
(OD) | (tf) | (tf) | (Y) | (X) | (A) | (R) | (r1) | |||||
26 | 40 | 4.25 | 4.94 | 8.75 | 29.44 | 26 | 29.5 | 36 | 28 | 2 | 17⁄8 | 0.5 |
28 | 42.25 | 4.38 | 5.19 | 9.25 | 31.62 | 28 | 31.5 | 38 | 28 | 21⁄8 | 2 | 0.5 |
30 | 44.5 | 4.5 | 5.5 | 9.75 | 33.94 | 30 | 33.75 | 40.25 | 28 | 21⁄8 | 2 | 0.5 |
32 | 47 | 4.62 | 5.81 | 10.25 | 36.12 | 32 | 36 | 42.5 | 28 | 23⁄8 | 21⁄4 | 0.5 |
34 | 49 | 4.75 | 6.06 | 10.62 | 38.31 | 34 | 38 | 44.5 | 28 | 23⁄8 | 21⁄4 | 0.56 |
36 | 51.75 | 4.88 | 6.38 | 11.12 | 40.62 | 36 | 40.25 | 47 | 28 | 25⁄8 | 21⁄2 | 0.56 |
38 | 50 | 6 | 6.12 | 10 | 40.25 | 38 | 41.5 | 45.75 | 28 | 23⁄8 | 21⁄4 | 0.56 |
40 | 52 | 6.25 | 6.38 | 10.38 | 42.25 | 40 | 43.75 | 47.75 | 32 | 23⁄8 | 21⁄4 | 0.56 |
42 | 55.25 | 6.62 | 6.75 | 11 | 44.38 | 42 | 46 | 50.5 | 28 | 25⁄8 | 21⁄2 | 0.56 |
44 | 57.25 | 6.81 | 7 | 11.38 | 46.5 | 44 | 48.25 | 52.5 | 32 | 25⁄8 | 21⁄2 | 0.56 |
46 | 59.5 | 7.06 | 7.31 | 11.81 | 48.62 | 46 | 50.25 | 54.75 | 32 | 25⁄8 | 21⁄2 | 0.56 |
48 | 62.75 | 7.44 | 7.69 | 12.44 | 50.75 | 48 | 52.5 | 57.5 | 32 | 27⁄8 | 23⁄4 | 0.56 |
50 | 65.75 | 7.75 | 8 | 12.94 | 52.88 | 50 | 54.5 | 60 | 28 | 31⁄8 | 3 | 0.56 |
52 | 67.75 | 8 | 8.25 | 13.25 | 54.88 | 52 | 56.5 | 62 | 32 | 31⁄8 | 3 | 0.56 |
54 | 70 | 8.25 | 8.56 | 13.75 | 57 | 54 | 58.75 | 64.25 | 32 | 31⁄8 | 3 | 0.56 |
56 | 73 | 8.56 | 8.88 | 14.25 | 59.12 | 56 | 60.75 | 66.75 | 32 | 33⁄8 | 31⁄4 | 0.62 |
58 | 75 | 8.75 | 9.12 | 14.56 | 61.12 | 58 | 63 | 68.75 | 32 | 33⁄8 | 31⁄4 | 0.62 |
60 | 78.5 | 9.19 | 9.56 | 15.31 | 63.38 | 60 | 65.25 | 71.75 | 28 | 35⁄8 | 31⁄2 | 0.69 |
Notes
Dimensions are in inches.
1) The minimum flange thickness does not include the raised face thickness
2) This dimension is for the large end of hub, which may be straight or tapered.
3) Weldneck Bore/ID is to be specified by purchaser
4) For other details and tolerances see specification.
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