Lap joint stub ends are butt-weld pipe fittings, commonly ASME B16.9, manufactured by forming a pipe end—via hot/cold forging,rolling, or stamping—into a perpendicular, flange-like lap. Used with backing flanges to simplify assembly and alignment in, for instance, stainless steel piping systems Key Processing and Manufacturing Steps:
* Forming : The pipe stub is heated or worked cold to create a right-angle lap at the end, often using specialized hydraulic equipment.
* Types: Manufactured in Short Pattern (MSS-A) for compact spaces and Long Pattern (ANSI B16.9) for standard applications.
* Machining: The lap face is machined with serrations for a proper seal with the backing flange, and the inner corner is often squared or small radius.
* Buttwelding End Preparation: The butt-weld end is beveled according to ASME B16.25 standards.
* Finish/Processing: Products undergo surface treatments such as sandblasting, anti-rust oil, or epoxy coating, and sometimes hot-dipped galvanizing, especially for corrosive environments.
* The stub end is welded directly to the piping system using the same material as the pipe, while the backing flange (lap joint flange) spins freely to align bolt holes.
They are utilized in pipelines requiring frequent dismantling, such as in the oil & gas and chemical processing sectors.