SABS/SANS 1123 Table 600/3 Flange

Description

SABS/SANS 1123 Table 600/3 Flange

SABS/SANS 1123 Table 600/3 flanges are essential components used in piping systems for connecting pipes, valves, pumps, and other equipment to form a secure and leak-proof flow system. The Table 600/3 classification refers to a specific pressure rating and dimensional criteria within the SABS/SANS 1123 standard, ensuring compatibility and reliability in demanding environments.

Key Features

1. Material Composition – These flanges are commonly manufactured from carbon steel, stainless steel, and alloy steel, ensuring excellent strength, durability, and resistance to corrosion.
2. Pressure Rating – Table 600/3 indicates a flange classification with a specific pressure rating, making them suitable for moderate to high-pressure applications.
3. Connection Types – Available in various types such as slip-on, weld neck, blind, threaded, and socket weld, offering versatility in installation.
4. Dimensional Accuracy – Precision engineering ensures adherence to the SABS/SANS 1123 standard dimensions, ensuring easy integration with existing piping systems.
5. Surface Finishing – Flanges undergo anti-corrosion treatment, including galvanization or painting, to enhance their lifespan and performance in harsh conditions.

SABS/SANS 1123 Table 600/3 Dimensions

NB	Pipe O.D.	Flange							Raised Face		Bolt	Drilling			Neck			Boss
	d1	D	b	b1	b2	b3	h	h1	d4	f		No.	d2	k	d3	h2	r	d5
10	17.2	75	8	10	8	10	16	28	35	2	M10	4	11	50	26	6	4	25
15	21.3	80	8	10	8	10	16	30	40	2	M10	4	11	55	30	6	4	30
20	26.9	90	8	10	8	10	18	32	50	2	M10	4	11	65	38	6	4	40
25	33.7	100	8	10	8	10	18	35	60	2	M10	4	11	75	42	6	4	50
32	42.4	120	8	10	8	10	20	35	70	2	M12	4	14	90	55	6	6	60
40	48.3	130	8	10	8	10	20	38	80	3	M12	4	14	100	62	7	6	70
50	60.3	140	8	10	8	10	22	38	90	3	M12	4	14	110	74	8	6	80
65	76.1	160	8	10	8	10	26	38	110	3	M12	4	14	130	88	9	6	100
80	88.9	190	10	10	10	10	28	42	128	3	M16	4	18	150	102	10	8	110
100	114.3	210	10	10	10	10	34	45	148	3	M16	4	18	170	130	10	8	130
*125	139.7	240	13	12	13	12	39	48	178	3	M16	8	18	200	155	10	8	160
150	168.3	265	13	12	13	12	39	48	202	3	M16	8	18	225	184	12	10	185
*175	193.7	295	13	14	-	14	-	52	230	3	M16	8	18	255	210	12	10	-
200	219.1	320	13	14	-	14	-	55	258	3	M16	8	18	280	236	15	10	-
*225	244.5	345	16	16	-	16	-	58	285	3	M16	8	18	305	264	15	12	-
250	273	375	16	16	-	16	-	60	312	3	M16	12	18	335	290	15	12	-
300	323.9	440	20	20	-	20	-	62	365	4	M20	12	22	395	342	15	12	-
350	355.6	490	22	22	-	22	-	62	415	4	M20	12	22	445	385	15	12	-
400	406.4	540	22	22	-	22	-	65	465	4	M20	16	22	495	438	15	12	-
450	457.2	595	24	25	-	25	-	65	520	4	M20	16	22	550	492	15	12	-
500	508	645	24	25	-	25	-	68	570	4	M20	20	22	600	538	15	12	-
550	559	705	24	28	-	28	-	68	620	5	M24	20	26	655	590	16	12	-
600	609.6	755	24	30	-	30	-	70	670	5	M24	20	26	705	640	16	12	-

Types of SABS/SANS 1123 Table 600/3 Flanges

1. Weld Neck Flanges – Designed with a long tapered hub for smooth transition of stress and optimal strength in high-pressure applications.
2. Slip-On Flanges – Easy to install and suitable for lower-pressure environments, requiring welding at both inner and outer edges.
3. Blind Flanges – Used for sealing pipe ends, commonly employed in maintenance operations where isolation of sections is necessary.
4. Threaded Flanges – Ideal for systems where welding is not an option, featuring internal threading for a secure connection.
5. Socket Weld Flanges – Designed for small-diameter, high-pressure piping systems, offering strong and reliable connections.

Manufacturing Process

The production of these flanges involves several crucial steps to ensure quality and durability:

1. Raw Material Selection – High-quality steel is sourced to meet industry standards.
2. Cutting and Shaping – The steel is cut into the desired shape using advanced CNC machines.
3. Heat Treatment – Flanges undergo heat treatment to enhance their mechanical properties.
4. Drilling and Machining – Precision drilling and machining ensure accurate bolt hole alignment.
5. Surface Finishing – Flanges are treated with protective coatings to prevent corrosion.
6. Quality Inspection – Rigorous testing ensures compliance with SABS/SANS 1123 specifications.

Applications

1. Oil and Gas Industry
2. Water Treatment Plants
3. Power Generation
4. Mining Industry
5. Chemical Processing Plants