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WPHY 42 Carbon Steel 180 Degree SR Return Bend Specification

Coating Type
Black Paint/Oil

Bend Radius
Short Radius (SR), Radius = 1 x pipe diameter

Tolerance
0.5 mm

Yield Strength
290 MPa (minimum)

Sealing Type
Welded Joint

Temperature Range
-20C to 450C

Diameter
1/2 Inch to 48 Inch

Tensile Strength
415 MPa (minimum)

Connection Type
Welded

Flexibility
Rigid

Product Type
180 Degree SR Return Bend

Material
WPHY 42 Carbon Steel

Connection
Butt Weld

Shape
U Shape

Standard
ASME B16.9 / MSS SP-75

Surface Treatment
Black Painted, Anti-corrosive Oil Coated

Outer Diameter
1/2 to 48 (DN15 DN1200)

Section Shape
Round

Length
Custom/Standard (depends on diameter and schedule)

Thickness
Sch 10 to Sch 160 (as per requirement)

Color
Black

Usage
Pipeline, Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Power Plants

Rated Pressure
Schedule/STD/Class based on wall thickness

Material Grade
WPHY 42

Application
Fluid and Gas Transportation

Corrosion Resistance
Good with Proper Surface Coating

Inspection & Testing
Hydrostatic, Ultrasonic, Visual & Dimensional Inspection

Manufacturing Process
Hot-Pushed, Induction Bending, or Mandrel Method

Weight
Variable (depends on size and thickness)

Compliance
NACE MR0175, ISO 9001:2015

Replacement
Available per Warranty Terms

Lead Time
Typically 24 Weeks

End Type
Beveled Ends

Packaging Type
Wooden Crates / Pallets / Custom Packing

About WPHY 42 Carbon Steel 180 Degree SR Return Bend

Product: Buttweld 180 Short Radius Elbow

Sizes: 1/2 TO 36 (SEAMLESS UPTO 24) (WELDED 8 TO 36 )

Standards: ANSI B 16.9
ASTM A403 ASME SA403 Standard Specification for Wrought Austenitic Stainless Steel Piping Fittings
API 590-605
ASME B16.9 Factory-Made Wrought Buttwelding Fittings
ASME B16.25 Buttwelding Ends
ASME B16.28 Wrought Steel Buttwelding Short Radius Elbows and Returns
MSS SP-43 Wrought and Fabricated Butt-Welding Fittings for Low Pressure, Corrosion Resistant Applications

Schedule: Sch 5 TO Sch XXS.

Thickness: Schedule 5S, 10S, 20S, S10, S20, S30, STD, 40S, S40, S60, XS, 80S, S80, S100, S120, S140, S160, XXS and etc.

Type: Buttweld (BW)

Grade Specification: Carbon Steel: ASTM/ASME A234 WPB / A860 MSS-SP-75 WPHY 42 / 46 / 52 / 56 / 60 / 65 / 70 Low temperature Steel: A420 WPL3 / A860 WPHY 42 Pipe Fittings Manufacturers

Grade Specification	Carbon Steel: ASTM/ASME A234 WPB / A860 MSS-SP-75 WPHY 42 / 46 / 52 / 56 / 60 / 65 / 70 Low temperature Steel: A420 WPL3 / A420 WPL6
WPHY 42 Fittings Size	Seamless:from 1/2 to 24
WPHY 42 Fittings Size	Welded:from 24 to 96 (or as customer requirements)
WPHY 42 Fittings Degree	22.5 deg, 30deg,45 deg,90 deg,180 deg, 1.0D, 1.5D, 2.0D, 2.5D, 3D,4D,5D,6D,7D-40D.
WPHY 42 Fittings Thickness	SCH10, SCH20, SCH30, STD SCH40, SCH60, XS, SCH80., SCH100, SCH120, SCH140, SCH160, XXS
Standard	ASME B16.9, ASME B16.25, MSS SP-75 DIN2605 JISB2311 JISB2312 JISB2313, BS, GB, ISO
Carbon Steel Material	Carbon steel (ASTM A234 WPB, A234WPC, A420 WPL6, etc)
	Stainless steel (ASTM A403 WP304, 304L, 316, 316L, 321,etc)
	Alloy steel (ASTM A234 WP12, WP11, WP22, WP5, WP9, WP91, etc)
WPHY 42 Fittings Type	Seamless / Welded / Fabricated
WPHY 42 Fittings Bending Radius	R=1D, 2D, 3D, 5D, 6D, 8D, 10D or Custom
WPHY 42 Fittings Range	NB to 48 NB in Sch 10s, 40s, 80s, 160s, XXS. From 1/2 to 30 (Seamless Pipe Fittings), Form16 to 100 (Seam Pipe Fittings)
Dimensions	ANSI/ASME B16.9, B16.28, MSS-SP-43.
Applicable Standards	1-ASME B 16.9 for large Bore 2-ASME B 16.11 for small Bore (socket welded) 3-ASME B 16.25 for butt weld ends 4-ASME B 16.28 for small radius elbow
Seamless/ Welded 100% Radiography Tested

Standard	Description
ASTM A182/A182M	Forged or rolled alloy steel pipe flanges, forged fittings and valves and parts for high temperature service. Standard Specification for Wrought Austenitic Stainless Steel Piping Fittings
ASTM A403/A403M	Wrought austenitic stainless steel piping fittings.
ASTM A815/A815M	Wrought ferritic, ferritic/austenitic and martensitic stainless steel piping fittings.
AS 2129	Flanges for pipes, valves and fittings
ANSI/ASME B1.20.1	Pipe threads, general purpose (inch).
ANSI B16.5	Steel pipe flanges and flanged fittings.
ANSI B16.9	Factory-made wrought steel butt-welding fittings.
ANSI B16.11	Forged steel fittings socket-welding and threaded. Socket Welding and Threaded Forged Fittings
ANSI B16.25	Butt-welding ends.
MSS SP43	Wrought stainless steel butt-welding fittings. Wrought and Fabricated Butt-Welding Fittings for Low Pressure, Corrosion Resistant Applications
BS21	Threading.
ISO 4144	Stainless steel fittings threaded to ISO 7-1.
MSS SP-95	Swage(d) Nipples and Bull Plugs
BS3799	Specification for Steel pipe fittings, screwed and Socket-welding for the petroleum industry
ANSI B 16.9 ASTM A403 ASME SA403	Standard Specification for Wrought Austenitic Stainless Steel Piping Fittings
API 590-605 ASME B16.9	Factory-Made Wrought Buttwelding Fittings
ASME B16.25	Buttwelding Ends
ASME B16.28	Wrought Steel Buttwelding Short Radius Elbows and Returns

Advanced Manufacturing Methods

WPHY 42 Carbon Steel 180 Degree SR Return Bends are produced using hot-pushed, induction bending, or mandrel methods. These fabrication techniques ensure precise shaping, dependable strength, and accommodate various thicknesses to suit pressures and diameters from 1/2 to 48 inches. Each method provides a consistent bend radius and minimizes residual stresses, enhancing reliability for critical pipeline applications.

Reliable Corrosion Protection

With proper surface coatings such as black paint or anti-corrosive oil, these return bends exhibit excellent corrosion resistance. This ensures long-term service in harsh operating environments, including oil & gas and petrochemical pipelines, where exposure to humidity, chemicals, and varying temperatures is common. Routine inspection and maintenance further extend the product's operational lifespan.

Stringent Quality Standards

Every WPHY 42 return bend undergoes hydrostatic, ultrasonic, visual, and dimensional inspections to guarantee quality and compliance. Manufacturing processes adhere to international standards like ASME B16.9, MSS SP-75, NACE MR0175, and ISO 9001:2015, ensuring product integrity and safety. This commitment to quality gives users confidence in high-pressure and critical installations.

FAQ's of WPHY 42 Carbon Steel 180 Degree SR Return Bend:

Q: How are WPHY 42 Carbon Steel 180 Degree SR Return Bends manufactured?

A: These bends are crafted using hot-pushed, induction bending, or mandrel methods. Such processes ensure accurate forming, controlled bend radius, and reliable mechanical strength. Choice of method depends on specifications like thickness, size, and required tolerances.

Q: What is the primary usage of these return bends?

A: The 180 Degree SR Return Bends are mainly used in fluid and gas transportation pipelines within oil & gas, petrochemical plants, and power stations to change the direction of flow while maintaining system integrity and reducing pressure loss.

Q: When should I replace a return bend, and what is the warranty coverage?

A: Replacement should be considered if field inspection reveals excessive wear, corrosion, or mechanical damage. Coverage for replacement is available under the warranty terms provided by the manufacturer or supplier.

Q: Where are these bends typically installed?

A: These bends are installed in pipeline systems requiring a U-shaped change in direction, commonly found in industrial facilities such as oil refineries, power plants, and chemical processing units.

Q: What inspection and testing procedures are applied to ensure product quality?

A: All bends are subjected to hydrostatic, ultrasonic, visual, and dimensional inspections. These evaluations ensure compliance with ASME, MSS SP-75, NACE MR0175, and ISO 9001:2015 standards before dispatch.

Q: How does surface treatment improve corrosion resistance?

A: Surface treatments such as black painting or anti-corrosive oil coatings significantly enhance the bend's resistance to rust and environmental degradation, especially in harsh operating environments.

Q: What benefits does the SR (Short Radius) bend provide in pipeline applications?

A: Short radius bends allow for compact installations, facilitate tighter piping layouts, and minimize space requirements without compromising flow dynamics or pressure handling capabilities.

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