What is a flange?
A flange is a protruding rim or ridge on a component. In the piping system, a flanged connection forms a seal between two mating surfaces and is typically secured by bolting.
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A flange is a protruding rim or ridge on a component. In the piping system, a flanged connection forms a seal between two mating surfaces and is typically secured by bolting.
Read MoreThe difference between hot-dip and zinc-plated products is the process by which the zinc coating is applied.
Read MoreNon-galvanized carbon steel material is susceptible to corrosion and may require coating and painting. Galvanized components offer corrosion resistance and longer life in many applications.
Galvanization provides a zinc coating that forms a protective layer and reduces the corrosion and extends the life of the component.
Hot-dip galvanized parts are coated by submerging them in a bath of hot, molten zinc. The zinc coats the surface and reacts with oxygen and carbon dioxide to form a dull grey corrosion-resistant layer.
Galvanized is a type of corrosion-resistant zinc coating applied to carbon steel. Hot dip and zinc-plated are two of the most common ways to apply the zinc protective coating.
Read MoreAn Austenitic alloy is made of a high percentage of austenite with chromium and nickel. This combination makes the steel very resistant to corrosion.
Fine Grain practice is an optional production method/chemistry for A105. The purpose of Fine Grain practice is to enhance the material's resistance to brittle fracture and improve its impact toughness at low temperatures.
Read MoreNormalization is a heat treatment process used to improve the mechanical properties and microstructure of a metal.
Read MoreLF2 is more stringent than A105 largely due to the mechanical properties.
Read MoreThere are many common acronyms in carbon and low-alloy steel forging specifications, such as A105, LF2, ASME, ASTM, or A350. They help users know which conditions are best for component use.
Read MoreThe forged fitting is machined from a forging that close its final shape while a bar stock fitting is machined from bar stock.
Read MoreCasting is the process of manufacturing where molten metal is poured into a mold where the liquid metal fills the cavities and solidifies into the final shape.
Read MoreRing rolling forging is a specialized form of closed die forging used to produce seamless rings. It involves shaping a hollow billet between contoured rollers to create the desired flange shape.
Read MoreIn open die forging, the heated billet is placed between flat or simple-shaped dies and deformed by repeated blows from a hammer or press.
Read MoreClosed die forging involves using two or more dies that contain impressions or cavities corresponding to the shape of the flange or fitting.
Read MoreThe difference between cast and forged products lies in how they are made. Cast products are made from molten material whereas forged products are heated metal shaped with force and compression.
Read MoreThe steel forging process involves shaping and forming metal components by applying compressive forces to a heated billet or ingot.
Read MoreA heat code, also known as a heat number, is an alphanumeric code that provides the traceability of a part to a material test report (MTR).
Read MoreYes, a heat code can be either stamped or cast into the component.
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