NXF UNS S31603 Size DN15-1200 Pressure Class150-1500lb 316L Stainless Steel Forging Technology Socket Welding Flanges

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Product Description
316L Introduce
Grade 316 is the standard molybdenum-bearing grade, second in importance to 304 amongst the austenitic stainless steels. The molybdenum gives 316 better overall corrosion resistant properties than Grade 304, particularly higher resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion in chloride environments.
Grade 316L, the low carbon version of 316 and is immune from sensitization (grain boundary carbide precipitation). Thus it is extensively used in heavy gauge welded components (over about 6mm). There is commonly no appreciable price difference between 316 and 316L stainless steel.
The austenitic structure also gives these grades excellent toughness, even down to cryogenic temperatures.
Compared to chromium-nickel austenitic stainless steels, 316L stainless steel offers higher creep, stress to rupture and tensile strength at elevated temperatures.

316L Stainless Stee Socket Welding Flanges Introduce

Socket-weld flanges are commonly used in pipeline systems for flange connections. The main body is mostly made of 304, 316 stainless steel or carbon steel through forging, and is produced in accordance with national standards. The inner side of the flange is machined with socket grooves. During installation, the pipe end is inserted into the socket hole inside the flange, and circumferential fillet welds are welded at the pipe opening on the outer side of the flange to fix it. There is no through welding, and the operation is simple and convenient.This flange structure has strong rigidity, is firmly connected after welding, has stable sealing performance, and can be used in medium and high-pressure, high-temperature working conditions pipelines. Its pressure-bearing capacity is superior to those of butt-weld flanges and threaded flanges. It is mostly used in petroleum, chemical, instrumentation, oil and gas transportation and other pipelines requiring strong sealing. The common sealing surfaces include raised surfaces, concave-convex surfaces, etc., and the flange is sealed and connected through bolts and gaskets.Compared with butt-weld flanges, socket-weld flanges do not require pipe material with beveling processing, and the construction efficiency of small-diameter pipelines is higher. However, the contents in the socket holes are prone to accumulate water vapor and media, and long-term use is prone to crevice corrosion. Therefore, it is not suitable for extremely corrosive media and large-diameter pipelines. The overall disassembly and maintenance are convenient, and the anti-vibration and anti-deformation ability is good. It is a very commonly used connection component in small-diameter high-pressure pipelines.
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316L Chemical Composition and Mechanical Properties
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Product processing

316L Stainless Stee Socket Welding Flanges Product Processing

1. Raw material cuttingSelect 304, 316 stainless steel or carbon steel forgings or round bars, cut the material according to the flange specifications, remove the excess parts, and ensure the accurate size of the blank material, flat surfaces, and no cracks or layers.

2. Forging and shapingHeat the blank material at high temperature and then forge it into shape, making the metal structure dense and increasing the strength and impact resistance. After forging, perform heat treatment to eliminate internal stress and prevent deformation during processing and use.

3. Rough machining on latheCarry out rough machining on the outer circle, end face, back, and center hole of the flange on the CNC lathe, initially form the flange structure, reserve the machining allowance, and ensure stable clamping and unified benchmark.

4. Precision machining of socket jointsPrecision machine the sealing surface and socket groove, strictly control the depth and inner diameter tolerance of the socket hole, ensure the appropriate gap for pipe insertion; at the same time, process the welding groove to facilitate subsequent welding and sealing.

5. Bolt hole processingLocate according to national standards, use drilling machines or CNC equipment to evenly drill bolt holes, chamfer the hole mouth to remove burrs, ensure smooth installation of the bolt, and avoid scratching the sealing gasket.

6. Surface treatmentPerform acid washing, passivation or rust prevention treatment on the flange, remove oil stains, oxide scale and processing impurities, form an anti-corrosion protective film, and improve corrosion resistance and appearance quality.

7. Inspection, marking and storageInspect the size accuracy, depth of socket joints, flatness of the sealing surface and appearance quality, and randomly test the water pressure and air tightness. After passing the inspection, mark the material, pressure, specification, and standard number, package and store.

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Company Profile
New XiFei (SuZhou) Business Co.,Ltd is one of the leading and most respected manufacturers in China. Our products include metals, machinery, containers, construction materials, mechanical products, electrical systems, and medical accessories. Established in 1980, XIFEI has been working diligently ever since to embrace the needs of our global customer base.We work to ensure absolute customer satisfaction. Our team has dedicated itself to perfecting our three core components, "Service, Management and Craftsmanship."    
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1. who are we?
We are based in Jiangsu, China, start from 2021,sell to South Asia(30.00%),Eastern Asia(10.00%),Mid East(10.00%),Eastern Europe(10.00%),South America(10.00%),Domestic Market(5.00%),North America(5.00%),Northern Europe(5.00%),Central America(5.00%),Africa(5.00%),Southeast Asia(5.00%). There are total about 101-200 people in our office.

2. how can we guarantee quality?
Always a pre-production sample before mass production;
Always final Inspection before shipment;

3.what can you buy from us?
Pipe,Flange,Steel plate,Pipe fittings,Alloy products

4. why should you buy from us not from other suppliers?
Our advantage:3S Service (Small Quantity/Short Time/Special Material)        We have our own factories, quality can be controlled seriously.We Specialize in manufacturing about 21 years.We have professional testing department and testing equipment.

5. what services can we provide?
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