Nickel Alloy Weld Neck Flanges
When piping systems operate under extreme pressure, severe temperature fluctuations, or highly hazardous media, Weld Neck Brides (WNRF / WNRTJ) are the industry standard. 28Nickel manufactures premium forged nickel alloy weld neck flanges featuring a distinctive long tapered hub that gradually transfers stress from the flange base to the pipe, ensuring absolute joint integrity in the most critical chemical and offshore applications.
Available Alloy Grades for Weld Neck Flanges
Because weld neck flanges are butt-welded directly to the pipe, their material must perfectly match the piping system to ensure a flawless weld and uniform thermal expansion. We supply these critical components forged from the world's most robust superalloys.
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Engineering Advantages of Weld Neck Flanges
Unlike slip-on or socket-weld flanges, weld neck flanges are engineered specifically to endure severe bending, vibration, and thermal shock.
Tapered Hub Design
The long tapered hub gradually transitions the thickness of the flange down to the wall thickness of the pipe. This drastically reduces stress concentration at the base of the flange, shifting the load to the pipe wall.
Radiography Ready
Because the flange is joined to the pipe using a single full-penetration V-bevel butt weld, the joint can easily be inspected using 100% X-ray radiography, an essential requirement for high-hazard chemical lines.
Smooth Internal Flow
The bore of the flange is precisely machined to match the inner diameter (ID) of the connecting pipe. This creates a seamless transition that minimizes turbulence, erosion, and pressure drop.
Multiple Facing Options
Available in Raised Face (RF) for standard industrial applications, and Ring Type Joint (RTJ) for extreme pressure (Class 900# and above) where metallic ring gaskets are utilized for a perfect seal.
| Catégorie de spécification | Détails et normes |
|---|---|
| Dimensional Standards | ASME / ANSI B16.5 (Up to 24"), ASME B16.47 Series A & B (Large Diameter > 24") |
| Pressure Classes | 150#, 300#, 600#, 900#, 1500#, 2500# |
| Bore / Pipe Schedule | Crucial: The bore size of a weld neck flange must match the schedule (e.g., Sch 40S, Sch 80S, Sch 160) of the adjoining pipe to ensure a flush internal connection. |
| Flange Facing | Raised Face (WNRF), Flat Face (WNFF), Ring Type Joint (WNRTJ) |
| Manufacturing Process | Precision Hot Forged & CNC Machined. Our flanges are never cast. |
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When inquiring about Weld Neck Flanges, please specify the alloy grade, nominal pipe size (NPS), pressure class (e.g., 600#), flange facing (e.g., RTJ), and importantly, the pipe schedule (e.g., Sch 80).
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