Hex and flush head bushings are produced by machining or forging materials like carbon steel, stainless steel, or brass into shapes featuring male and female threads, conforming to standards like ASME B16.11. The process involves CNC turning, drilling, and threading, followed by heat treatment and anti-rust coating for industrial piping, ensuring pressure-tight reductions in sizeManufacturing Process for Hex/Flush Head Bushings
* Material Selection: Common materials include ASTM A105 Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel (UNS S13800), and Brass.
* Forging/Machining: Solid bar stock is forged or machined to create the basic shape. Hex head bushings are made with an external hexagon, while flush bushings are typically cylindrical with an internal drive (square or hex).
* Threading: CNC machining creates the male threads on the outside and female threads on the inside.
* Heat Treatment: Forged components undergo heat treatment to ensure required mechanical properties.
* Surface Treatment: Items are cleaned and treated, such as applying anti-rust oil, to ensure durability.
* Inspection: The finished parts are inspected against standard ASME B16.11 dimensions for Accuracy and pressure ratings (e.g.2000LBS, 3000LBS, 6000LBS).