Flanges

Flanges Suppliers

Robust Special Metals is a trusted supplier of flanges for industries worldwide. We provide strong, reliable, and high-quality steel flanges that are used in piping systems across oil & gas, chemical plants, power stations, shipbuilding, and many more industries.
We supply all types of flanges, including weld neck, slip-on, blind, socket weld, threaded, and lap joint flanges. Our flanges are made from durable materials like stainless steel, duplex steel, inconel, and hastelloy, ensuring long life and excellent performance.
As a global exporter, we deliver flanges to customers in Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and America. Our wide supply network and export experience help us provide timely delivery anywhere in the world.

What are Flanges in Piping?

A flange is like a strong connector that helps join two pieces of pipe together.
Instead of welding or permanently joining pipes, flanges allow pipes to be connected and also taken apart when needed. This makes it easy to clean, repair, or replace parts of the piping system without cutting the pipe.
In simple words, a flange works like the joint of the piping system. It holds pipes, valves, or pumps together so that liquids, gases, or steam can flow smoothly without leaking.

Flanges and Fittings: How They Work Together

Flanges are often used with fittings and gaskets to make a tight joint. The fittings help guide or change the flow, and the flanges are the points that connect everything together. When used this way, the system stays strong but can still be taken apart when needed.

Common Applications of Pipe Flanges

Pipe flanges are used in high-pressure, high-temperature, and corrosive environments. They are found in oil and gas, refineries, shipbuilding, power plants, and construction industries, making them one of the most widely used piping accessories.

Industrial applications

Oil & Gas

Flanges join pipeline sections, valves, fittings, and equipment in drilling, refining, and transportation. High-pressure and temperature-resistant types (like weld neck and blind flanges) are prevalent. Materials with strong corrosion resistance are often chosen for chemical exposure.

Chemical Industry

Used for aggressive chemical processing lines requiring frequent assembly/disassembly. Stainless steel and alloy flanges are common due to resistance to corrosive chemicals.

Power Generation

Essential for connecting pipelines, pumps, and turbines. Flanges tolerate high temperatures and pressures and are frequent in steam and cooling water systems.

Water & Wastewater Treatment

Connects pumps, valves, and pipes for water distribution and processing, allowing for easy maintenance and replacement.

Marine & Shipbuilding

Used in shipbuilding for piping, including cooling systems, fuel lines, and ballast systems. They are chosen for durability amid vibration, movement, and corrosion from seawater.

HVAC & Fire Protection

Flanges provide robust connections for large structural piping systems in commercial buildings, which is critical in fire sprinkler, HVAC, and plumbing systems.

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Types of Flanges and Their Uses in Piping Systems

There are various types of flanges available in stock at Robust Special Metals, such as weld neck, slip-on, blind, socket weld, threaded, and lap joint flanges. Each type is supplied in different sizes and materials to suit piping systems across industries worldwide.

Weld Neck Flanges

Weld Neck Flanges

Weld neck flanges have a long, tapered hub that’s butt-welded to the pipe. This smooth join spreads stress and keeps flow steady, so the joint stays strong under heat, pressure, and vibration.

Use when: lines run hot or at high pressure, or where failure isn’t an option—steam lines, refineries, chemical plants, offshore piping. Great fatigue resistance and ideal for frequent temperature cycles.

Slip-On Flanges

Slip-On Flanges

These slide over the pipe and are fillet-welded on the inside and outside. They’re easy to fit and align, which saves time in the field. Strength is lower than a weld neck, but good enough for many services.

Use when: low-to-medium pressure duties such as cooling water, fire-fighting mains, compressed air, general utilities. A cost-friendly choice for larger sizes.

Blind Flanges

Blind Flanges

A blind flange is a solid plate with bolt holes. It closes off the end of a pipe, valve, or vessel nozzle. You can remove it later for access.

Use when: you need a safe, leak-tight “stop” or test point—pressure testing spools, isolating sections for maintenance, future tie-ins.

Socket Weld Flanges

Socket Weld Flanges

These have a recess that the pipe sits in, then you add a single fillet weld around the outside. The bore alignment is easy and the joint is quite strong on small sizes.

Use when: small-bore, high-pressure lines—hydraulic lines, short steam drops, instrument air. Avoid in services prone to crevice corrosion.

Threaded Flanges

Threaded Flanges

Also called screwed flanges, these connect to threaded pipe with no welding. That’s handy in areas where hot work isn’t allowed.

Use when: low-pressure, non-critical lines or temporary hook-ups, and in flammable zones where welding is risky. Not for high temperature or heavy vibration.

Lap Joint Flanges

Lap Joint Flanges

A lap joint is a two-piece setup: a stub end is welded to the pipe, and a loose (free-rotating) backing flange sits behind it. Only the stub end touches the fluid.

Use when: you need fast alignment and frequent dismantling—tank farms, systems with liners, or when using expensive alloys (the stub end is alloy; the backing flange can be carbon steel to save cost).

Plate Flanges

Plate Flanges

Cut from plate with a flat face and bolt holes, then welded to the pipe. Simple, robust, and economical for many services.

Use when: low-pressure water lines, HVAC, compressed air, and structural connections where budgets matter and conditions are mild.

Orifice Flanges

Orifice Flanges

Supplied as a matched pair with pressure tapping ports, these hold an orifice plate to measure flow using differential pressure. They often include jack screws for easy plate removal.

Use when: you need accurate flow measurement on process lines feeding DP transmitters—oil & gas, power, and chemical plants. Requires straight runs of pipe upstream/downstream for best accuracy.

Quick selection tips

  • High pressure/temperature or cyclic loads? Weld neck.
  • Fast fit and fair cost? Slip-on.
  • End closure or pressure test point? Blind.
  • Small-bore, higher pressure? Socket weld.
  • No hot work allowed? Threaded.
  • Frequent dismantling/alignment or lined pipe? Lap joint.
  • Budget, low pressure? Plate.
  • Need flow measurement? Orifice pair.

Flanges Specifications

Flanges come with standard specifications that define their size, material, pressure rating, and dimensions. These specifications make sure the flanges fit properly and work safely in piping systems. ASME B16.5 is the most commonly used standard for making cast and forged steel flanges

Flanges Standards

ASME Flanges
ANSI Flanges
ASTM Flanges
AWWA Flanges
MSS Flanges
DIN Flanges
EN Flanges
ISO Flanges
JIS Flanges
GOST Flanges
UNI Flanges
API Flanges

Flanges Size

NPSDN
125
1 1/240
1 1/432
1/215
250
2 1/265
380
3/420
4100

Flange Materials

Flanges are made from different materials to match the needs of piping systems. The choice of material depends on factors like pressure, temperature, and resistance to corrosion. The materials we offer for flanges commonly are

Flanges Pressure Rating

Class 150 LBS, 300 LBS, 600 LBS, 900 LBS, 1500 LBS, 2500 LBS

ASME Pressure Temperature Ratings For Flanges
Temperature °F Class 150 Class 300 Class 400 Class 600 Class 900 Class 1500 Class 2500
-20 to 100 275 720 960 1440 2160 3600 6000
200 230 600 800 1200 1800 3000 5000
300 205 540 720 1080 1620 2700 4500
400 190 495 660 995 1490 2485 4140
500 170 465 620 930 1395 2330 3880
600 140 435 580 875 1310 2185 3640
650 125 430 575 860 1290 2150 3580
700 110 425 565 850 1275 2125 3540
750 95 415 555 830 1245 2075 3460
800 80 405 540 805 1210 2015 3360
850 65 395 530 790 1190 1980 3300
900 50 390 520 780 1165 1945 3240
950 35 380 510 765 1145 1910 3180
1000 20 320 430 640 965 1605 2675
1050 20 310 410 615 925 1545 2570
1100 20 255 345 515 770 1285 2145
1150 20 200 265 400 595 995 1655
1200 20 155 205 310 465 770 1285
1250 20 115 150 225 340 565 945
1300 20 85 115 170 255 430 715
1350 20 60 80 125 185 310 515
1400 20 50 65 95 145 240 400
1450 15 35 45 70 105 170 285
1500 10 25 35 55 80 135 230

ASME B16 5 Flange Dimensions

Class 150 Flange Dimensions in mm


Nominal Pipe Size/ Bore for LWN Outside Diameter Min. Thickness Diameter of Raised Face Min. Thickness Lap Joint Diameter of Hub Diameter Beginning of Chamfer Welding Neck Threaded Slip-on Socket Welding Lapped Welding Neck Long Welding Neck Minimum Thread Length Threaded Minimum Slip-On Socket Welding Minimum Lapped Welding Neck / Socket Welding Corner Bore Radius of Lapped Flange and Pipe Depth of Socket Bolt Circle Dia Number of Holes Diameter of Holes
J O tf R tf X A Y1 Y2 Y3 Y4 T B1 B2 B3 r D
½ 3.50 0.38 1.38 0.44 1.19 0.84 0.56 0.62 1.81 9.00 0.62 0.88 0.90 Note-3 0.12 0.38 2.38 4 0.63
¾ 3.88 0.44 1.69 0.50 1.50 1.05 0.56 0.62 2.00 9.00 0.62 1.09 1.11 Note-3 0.12 0.44 2.75 4 0.63
1 4.25 0.50 2.00 0.56 1.94 1.32 0.62 0.69 2.12 9.00 0.69 1.36 1.38 Note-3 0.12 0.50 3.12 4 0.63
4.62 0.56 2.50 0.62 2.31 1.66 0.75 0.81 2.19 9.00 0.81 1.70 1.72 Note-3 0.19 0.56 3.50 4 0.63
5.00 0.62 2.88 0.69 2.56 1.90 0.81 0.88 2.38 9.00 0.88 1.95 1.97 Note-3 0.25 0.62 3.88 4 0.63
2 6.00 0.69 3.62 0.75 3.06 2.38 0.94 1.00 2.44 9.00 1.00 2.44 2.46 Note-3 0.31 0.69 4.75 4 0.75
7.00 0.81 4.12 0.88 3.56 2.88 1.06 1.12 2.69 9.00 1.12 2.94 2.97 Note-3 0.31 0.75 5.50 4 0.75
3 7.50 0.88 5.00 0.94 4.25 3.50 1.12 1.19 2.69 9.00 1.19 3.57 3.60 Note-3 0.38 0.81 6.00 4 0.75
8.50 0.88 5.50 0.94 4.81 4.00 1.19 1.25 2.75 9.00 1.25 4.07 4.10 Note-3 0.38 - 7.00 8 0.75
4 9.00 0.88 6.19 0.94 5.31 4.50 1.25 1.31 2.94 Note-3 1.31 4.57 4.60 Note-3 0.44 - 7.50 8 0.75
5 10.00 0.88 7.31 0.94 6.44 5.56 1.38 1.44 3.44 12.00 1.44 5.66 5.69 Note-3 0.44 - 8.50 8 0.88
6 11.00 0.94 8.50 1.00 7.56 6.63 1.50 1.56 3.44 12.00 1.56 6.72 6.75 Note-3 0.50 - 9.50 8 0.88
8 13.50 1.06 10.62 1.12 9.69 8.63 1.69 1.75 3.94 12.00 1.75 8.72 8.75 Note-3 0.50 - 11.75 8 0.88
10 16.00 1.12 12.75 1.19 12.00 10.75 1.88 1.94 3.94 12.00 1.94 10.88 10.92 Note-3 0.50 - 14.25 12 1.00
12 19.00 1.19 15.00 1.25 14.38 12.75 2.12 2.19 4.44 12.00 2.19 12.88 12.92 Note-3 0.50 - 17.00 12 1.00
14 21.00 1.31 16.25 1.38 15.75 14.00 2.19 3.12 4.94 12.00 2.25 14.14 14.18 Note-3 0.50 - 18.75 12 1.13
16 23.50 1.38 18.50 1.44 18.00 16.00 2.44 3.44 4.94 12.00 2.50 16.16 16.19 Note-3 0.50 - 21.25 16 1.13
18 25.00 1.50 21.00 1.56 19.88 18.00 2.62 3.81 5.44 12.00 2.69 18.18 18.20 Note-3 0.50 - 22.75 16 1.25
20 27.50 1.62 23.00 1.69 22.00 20.00 2.81 4.06 5.62 12.00 2.88 20.20 20.25 Note-3 0.50 - 25.00 20 1.25
22 29.50 1.75 25.25 1.81 24.00 22.00 3.06 4.25 5.82 12.00 - 22.22 22.25 Note-3 0.50 - 27.25 20 1.38
24 32.00 1.81 27.25 1.88 26.12 24.00 3.19 4.38 5.94 12.00 3.25 24.25 24.25 Note-3 0.50 - 29.50 20 1.38

Notes:
(1) This dimension is for the large end of the hub, which may be straight or tapered. Taper shall not exceed 7 deg on threaded, slip-on, socket-welding, and lapped flanges.
(2) When these flanges are required with flat face, the flat face may be either the full tf dimension thickness plus 0.06 in. or the tf dimension thickness without the raised face height. (3) To be specified by the Customer; Y4 - the length can be 9" (B16.5) or 12" (industry), shall be specified by the customer.

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