Forged Pipe Fittings Duplex Stainless Steel Bushing ASTM A815 UNS S31803 1/8"-4" ASME B16.11

Forged Pipe Fittings Duplex Stainless Steel Bushing ASTM A815 UNS S31803 1/8"-4" ASME B16.11

1. Product Description

This product is a forged pipe fitting bushing manufactured from UNS S31803 (Duplex 2205 / F51) stainless steel in accordance with ASME B16.11 and MSS SP-79/83/95/97 standards. A bushing is a pipe fitting used to connect two pipes or fittings of different sizes, featuring a male thread on the smaller end and a female thread on the larger end . UNS S31803 is a dual-phase stainless steel with a microstructure of approximately 50% austenite and 50% ferrite, offering roughly double the yield strength of standard 300-series austenitic stainless steels while providing exceptional corrosion resistance . As a forged fitting, it is produced by shaping solid steel billets under high pressure, resulting in a tighter grain structure and superior performance under pressure and thermal cycling . This bushing is designed for threaded (NPT) connections in small-bore piping systems.

2. Key Product Parameters

3. Application / Usage

This bushing is ideal for high-pressure and corrosive fluid systems requiring threaded transitions between different pipe sizes:

• Oil & Gas: Offshore platforms, subsea piping, high-pressure process lines, wellhead connections

• Chemical Processing: Chloride-containing acids, brine services, heat exchangers

• Marine Engineering: Seawater piping systems, desalination plants

• Power Generation: Cooling water systems, high-temperature service

• Instrumentation: Piping connections requiring size reduction at valves, pumps, or equipment

4. Advantages

• Superior Strength: Yield strength is approximately double that of 316L austenitic steel, enabling thinner wall designs

• Excellent Corrosion Resistance: PREN ~34-36 provides outstanding resistance to pitting, crevice corrosion, and chloride stress corrosion cracking

• Threaded Convenience: No welding required; fast installation and easiest disassembly for maintenance

• Forged Integrity: Tighter grain structure than cast fittings; superior performance under pressure and vibration

• Cost-Effective: Higher strength offsets material cost premium over austenitic grades in critical service

• Versatile Installation: Male thread on small end, female thread on large end allows for direct size reduction at pipe joints

5. Functions

The threaded bushing provides a reliable, leak-proof mechanical transition between two pipes or fittings of different diameters within a piping system. It features a male NPT thread on the smaller end (inserted into a female fitting) and a female NPT thread on the larger end (receiving a male pipe end). This design allows for direct size reduction at connection points, eliminating the need for additional adapters or reducing fittings.

6. Installation Instructions

1. Preparation: Clean both male and female threads thoroughly; remove all dirt, oil, and debris

2. Thread Sealant: Apply PTFE tape or pipe dope to the male threads (small end) and to the male threads of the pipe that will engage with the bushing's female end

3. Thread Engagement (Male End): Screw the small end (male threads) into the mating female fitting by hand, then tighten with a wrench to appropriate torque

4. Thread Engagement (Female End): Screw the larger pipe's male threads into the bushing's female end by hand, then tighten with a wrench

5. Avoid Over-tightening: Do not exceed recommended torque to prevent cracking the fitting body

7. Precautions

• Thread Compatibility: NPT, BSPT, and BSPP threads are not interchangeable. Verify thread type per system specification

• Temperature Limitation: Not recommended for use above 300°C or below -50°C due to reduced toughness

• Ferrite Balance: Ensure proper material specification to maintain the 50/50 austenite-ferrite microstructure

• Vibration Sensitivity: Threaded fittings are not recommended on lines subject to significant vibration, thermal shock, or hazardous fluid service

• Stress Concentration: Threading creates stress concentrators; verify suitability for the specific service environment

8. Shipping & Delivery

• Standard delivery time is typically 15–30 days, subject to order quantity and specification availability

9. Payment Terms

• Common international payment methods include T/T (Telegraphic Transfer) and L/C at sight (Letter of Credit)

10. Packaging

• Products are securely packed in plywood cases or wooden crates with internal cushioning to ensure safe transportation and prevent damage during transit

11. After-Sales / Return & Warranty Policy

• All products undergo strict quality inspection before shipment, with Mill Test Certificates (EN 10204 3.1/3.2) available

• In case of quality issues, retain original packaging and provide relevant photos or third-party inspection reports

• Specific return, exchange, and warranty terms are subject to the final sales contract agreement.

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