What are some common types of UNS S44600 slip on flanges gaskets? How do they differ in performance and cost?
Slip-on flanges get welded to the pipe, a lip protruding beyond the edge. Stainless steel 446 flanges use three types of gaskets:
How do you determine the manufacturing method best suited to a particular 446 stainless steel flanges application?
The usual manufacturing methods for 446 stainless steel flanges are forging, casting, cutting and rolling. The most suitable technique depends on dimensional precision, mechanical properties, and allowance for surface defects. The component type, like an A182 GR F446 lap joint flange, also affects this decision.
For instance, casting produces a precise, streamlined shape but creates defects due to surface porosity. In contrast, DIN 1.4762 forged flanges are better (and cheaper) for superior properties like ductility and rust resistance.
Cutting and rolling employ a central plate from which flanges get sliced, the width limiting the maximum possible diameter. These techniques are suitable for sizable components.
What are some key factors to consider when selecting a supplier for ASTM A182 F446 flanges?
These flanges use Grade 446 of stainless steel – a high-chromium alloy with good resistance to corrosion and oxidation. While selecting a reliable supplier for ASTM A182 F446 flanges, we recommend checking manufacturing capabilities, best practices, and testing methods.
Clients have to find budget-friendly rates and quick delivery timelines. Another consideration is the availability of different dimensions and components, like an ASTM A182 grade F446 blind flange.
Material | Types | Sizes |
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Stainless steel 446 |
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Test Certificates | ASME | WNR |
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1.4762 |
Pressure Rating | UNS | DIN Pressure |
Class 150 to Class 2500 | UNS S44600 | PN 6 to PN64 |
DIN 1.4762 Forged Flange
Inox 446 Slip on Flange
SUS 446 Blind Flange
ASTM A182 Grade F446 Weld Neck Flanges
DIN 1.4762 Plate Flange
SA182 F446 Lap Joint Flange
446 SS Threaded Flange
UNS S44600 Ring and Spacer
A182 F446 Spectacle Blind Flange
SA182 Gr F446 Long weld neck flange
ASTM A182 F446 Reducing Flange
Inox 446 Expander Flange
SA182 F446 Socket Weld Flange
446 Stainless Steel RTJ Flanges
A182 Gr F446 Ring Joint Flanges
SA182 Gr F446 BLRF Flanges
SA182 F446 SORF Flanges
446 SS Raised Face Flange
A182 F446 Tongue and groove flange
AISI 446 WNRF Flanges
446 SS SWRF Flanges
446 Stainless Steel Flat Face Flanges
A182 Gr F446 Pipe Flanges
446 Stainless Steel Exhaust flanges
Class 150 SUS 446 flanges
Class 300 Stainless Steel 446 flange
Class 600 ASTM A182 F446 pipe flanges
Class 900 SA182 F446 flanges
Class 1500 AISI 446 plate flange
Class 2500 ASTM A182 Grade F446 flanges
Nominal Size | Outside Diameter (OD) | Hub Diam. (H) | Bore Diameter (B) | Bolt Hole Diam. | Bolt Circle (BC) | Thickness (T) | Hub Length (L) | Lap Radius ( R ) | No. of Bolt Holes | Approx. Weight (lbs) |
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1 | 4.25 | 1.938 | 1.38 | 0.625 | 3.13 | 0.563 | 0.688 | 0.13 | 4 | 2 |
1 1/4 | 4.68 | 2.312 | 1.72 | 0.625 | 3.50 | 0.625 | 0.813 | 0.19 | 4 | 3 |
1 1/2 | 5.00 | 2.563 | 1.97 | 0.625 | 3.88 | 0.688 | 0.875 | 0.25 | 4 | 3 |
2 | 6.00 | 3.063 | 2.46 | 0.750 | 4.75 | 0.750 | 1.000 | 0.31 | 4 | 5 |
2 1/2 | 7.00 | 3.563 | 2.97 | 0.750 | 5.50 | 0.875 | 1.125 | 0.31 | 4 | 7 |
3 | 7.50 | 4.250 | 3.60 | 0.750 | 6.00 | 0.938 | 1.188 | 0.38 | 4 | 8 |
3 1/2 | 8.50 | 4.812 | 4.10 | 0.750 | 7.00 | 0.938 | 1.250 | 0.38 | 8 | 11 |
4 | 9.00 | 5.312 | 4.60 | 0.750 | 7.50 | 0.938 | 1.312 | 0.44 | 8 | 13 |
5 | 10.00 | 6.438 | 5.69 | 0.875 | 8.50 | 0.938 | 1.438 | 0.44 | 8 | 15 |
6 | 11.00 | 7.562 | 6.75 | 0.875 | 9.50 | 1.000 | 1.562 | 0.50 | 8 | 18 |
8 | 13.50 | 9.688 | 8.75 | 0.875 | 11.75 | 1.125 | 1.750 | 0.50 | 8 | 30 |
10 | 16.00 | 12.000 | 10.92 | 1.000 | 14.25 | 1.188 | 1.938 | 0.50 | 12 | 42 |
12 | 19.00 | 14.375 | 12.92 | 1.000 | 17.00 | 1.250 | 2.188 | 0.50 | 12 | 64 |
14 | 21.00 | 15.750 | 14.19 | 1.125 | 18.75 | 1.375 | 2.250 | 0.50 | 12 | 90 |
16 | 23.50 | 18.000 | 16.19 | 1.125 | 21.25 | 1.438 | 2.500 | 0.50 | 16 | 98 |
18 | 25.00 | 19.875 | 18.20 | 1.250 | 22.75 | 1.562 | 2.688 | 0.50 | 16 | 125 |
20 | 27.50 | 22.000 | 20.25 | 1.250 | 25.00 | 1.688 | 2.875 | 0.50 | 20 | 160 |
24 | 32.00 | 26.125 | 24.25 | 1.375 | 29.50 | 1.875 | 3.250 | 0.50 | 20 | 212 |
30** | 38.75 | 32.750 | 30.25 | 1.375 | 36.00 | 2.125 | 3.500 | 0.50 | 28 | 305 |
36** | 46.00 | 39.250 | 36.25 | 1.625 | 42.75 | 2.375 | 3.750 | 0.50 | 32 | 440 |
Grade | C | N | Cr | Si | S | P | Mn | Ni |
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SS 446 | 0.2 max | 0.25 - 0.10 | 23.0 – 11.5 | 0.75 max | 0.030 max | 0.040 max | 1.5 max | 0.50 |
Melting Point | Elongation | Density | Yield Strength (0.2%Offset) | Tensile Strength |
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1510 °C (2750 °F) | 20 % | 7.5 g/cm3 | Psi – 40,000 , MPa – 275 | Psi – 75,000 , MPa – 485 |
STANDARD | UNS | JIS | WERKSTOFF NR. |
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SS 446 | S44600 | SUS 446 | 1.4762 / 3 |
Density | 7.80 g/cm³ |
Melting Point | 1448 - 1487 °C |
Specific Heat | 0.12 Kcal/kg.C |
Coefficient of Expansion | 10.4 µm/m °C |
Modulus of Elasticity | 199.9 KN/mm² |
Electrical Resistivity | 402 µΩ.cm |
Thermal Conductivity | 21.6 W/m -°K |
1% Elongation1) for |
Rupture2) for | ||||
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Temperature °C | 1,000 h N/mm2 | 10,000 h N/mm2 | 1,000 h N/mm2 | 10,000 h N/mm2 | 100,000 h N/mm2 |
500 | 80 | 50 | 160 | 100 | 55 |
600 | 27.5 | 17.5 | 55 | 35 | 20 |
700 | 8.5 | 4.7 | 17 | 9.5 | 5 |
800 | 3.7 | 2.1 | 7.5 | 4.3 | 2.3 |
900 | 1.8 | 1.0 | 3.6 | 1.9 | 1.0 |
How do you ensure the SS 446 flanges meet the required quality and performance standards?
These flanges are renowned for oxidation resistance – the best among 400 grades. SS 446 flanges work well in high-temperature environments, like burners and boilers, at temperatures between 1500 and 2100°F. Thorough testing is imperative to ascertain the quality of an AISI 446 threaded flange, including hardness, corrosion resistance, and tensile strength.
The standard methods involve non-destructive (NDT) tests like Positive Material Identification, chemical spectrography, atmospheric pressure testing, hydrostatic and ultrasonic tests, and Eddy current testing. Assessing the resistance to intergranular corrosion (IGC) and pitting is also vital. Trusted manufacturers issue a Mill Test Certificate, validating these quality standards.
How do coatings protect Stainless steel 446 flanges from corrosion?
The high amount of chromium (18%) and the addition of molybdenum in a 446 SS socket weld flange make it corrosion-resistant. Manufacturers use coatings like oil-black paint, anti-rust paint, and galvanization (zinc plating) to enhance the rust-proof nature of these components.
These treatments work by developing an oxide layer on the surface of the SA 182 F446 reducing flange, protecting it from eroding with time and exposure.
What are some best practices for assembling and disassembling SA 182 GR F446 weld neck flange joints?
Using an SA 182 GR F446 weld neck flange is a straightforward and effective way to join pipes and fittings in applications demanding frequent assembly and disassembly.
We recommend checking the sealing surface is defect-free and thoroughly cleaned. Following the correct installation sequence – starting with the flange into the pipe end – is crucial to ensure a leak-tight seal and long service duration. Polishing after welding is essential to remove deformation.