Description
What is SABA1123 Plate Type 3 Flange?
The SABA1123 Plate Type 3 Flange is a high-quality, precision-engineered flange designed for various industrial piping applications. Made from durable materials, this flange offers excellent strength, corrosion resistance, and pressure-handling capabilities. It features a flat, machined surface with bolt holes, ensuring a secure and leak-proof connection in piping systems. Ideal for industries such as oil & gas, petrochemical, power generation, and marine applications, the SABA1123 Plate Type 3 Flange provides a reliable and cost-effective solution for pipeline connections.
Key Features
- Material Composition: Available in a variety of materials including carbon steel, stainless steel, and alloy steel.
- Design Standard: Manufactured as per the SABA1123 specification ensuring high-quality performance.
- Pressure Ratings: Available in multiple pressure classes ranging from Class 150 to Class 2500.
- Connection Type: Typically used for bolted connections with gaskets for leak-proof sealing.
- Manufacturing Process: Precision-machined for accurate dimensions and surface finish.
Technical Specifications
Material Grades
SABA1123 Plate Type 3 Flanges are available in different material grades to suit diverse industrial applications:
- Carbon Steel: ASTM A105, ASTM A350 LF2
- Stainless Steel: ASTM A182 F304, F316, F321
- Alloy Steel: ASTM A182 F11, F22
- Nickel Alloys: Inconel 600, Hastelloy C22
Dimensional Standards
The dimensions of SABA1123 Plate Type 3 Flanges adhere to international standards such as:
- ANSI B16.5 (Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings)
- ASME B16.47 (Large Diameter Flanges)
- API 6A (Oil and Gas Industry)
Pressure and Temperature Ratings
- Pressure Classes: 150, 300, 600, 900, 1500, and 2500.
- Temperature Range: -50°C to +600°C depending on the material type.
- Corrosion Resistance: Enhanced resistance against acidic, alkaline, and marine environments.
Types of Surface Finishes
- Smooth Finish: Ideal for applications requiring minimal gasket seating stress.
- Serrated Finish: Ensures better grip and sealing with gaskets.
- Raised Face (RF): Commonly used for high-pressure sealing.
- Flat Face (FF): Suitable for low-pressure applications.
Manufacturing and Quality Control
Fabrication Process
SABA1123 Plate Type 3 Flanges undergo a strict manufacturing process:
- Raw Material Selection: Quality-certified material is chosen based on mechanical and chemical properties.
- Forging & Casting: The flange is either forged or cast to enhance mechanical strength.
- Heat Treatment: Normalizing, annealing, or quenching & tempering to improve toughness.
- Machining: CNC machining ensures dimensional accuracy.
- Inspection & Testing: Non-destructive testing (NDT) such as ultrasonic and radiographic testing is conducted.
- Surface Treatment: Coating with anti-corrosion treatments such as galvanization or epoxy coating.
Testing Standards
- Hydrostatic Testing: Verifies pressure-bearing capability.
- Ultrasonic Testing (UT): Detects internal flaws.
- Radiographic Testing (RT): Ensures the structural integrity of the welds.
- Dye Penetrant Testing (DPT): Identifies surface cracks.
- Magnetic Particle Testing (MPT): Used for detecting surface and near-surface defects in ferromagnetic materials.
Applications
- Oil & Gas Industry
- Petrochemical & Chemical Plants
- Power Plants
- Marine & Shipbuilding
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