{"product_id":"f304-socket-weld-pipe-coupling-3000lb-asme-b16-11-1-2-4-forged-stainless-steel-fitting","title":"F304 Socket Weld Pipe Coupling 3000LB ASME B16.11 1\/2\"–4\" Forged Stainless Steel Fitting","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"4lz9le\" data-start=\"204\" data-end=\"226\"\u003e1. Product Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"228\" data-end=\"536\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"232\" data-end=\"277\"\u003eStainless Steel Socket Weld Pipe Coupling\u003c\/strong\u003e is a forged pipe fitting designed to connect pipes in high-pressure piping systems. The socket weld design allows pipes to be inserted into the fitting before welding, creating a strong and leak-resistant joint suitable for demanding industrial applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"538\" data-end=\"852\"\u003eManufactured from high-quality materials such as \u003cstrong data-start=\"587\" data-end=\"630\"\u003eASTM A182 F304 and F316 stainless steel\u003c\/strong\u003e, these couplings provide excellent corrosion resistance and mechanical strength. They are widely used in industries such as oil and gas, petrochemical processing, power generation, water treatment, and marine engineering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"854\" data-end=\"1051\"\u003eSocket weld couplings are produced in accordance with \u003cstrong data-start=\"908\" data-end=\"949\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eASME B16.11\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensuring reliable performance, dimensional accuracy, and compatibility with standard piping systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1053\" data-end=\"1196\"\u003eTwo common structural types are available: \u003cstrong data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1113\"\u003eFull Coupling\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1118\" data-end=\"1135\"\u003eHalf Coupling\u003c\/strong\u003e, each designed for different piping connection requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1198\" data-end=\"1201\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"105iwa2\" data-start=\"1203\" data-end=\"1220\"\u003e2. Key Features\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1222\" data-end=\"1684\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1rjrhbe\" data-start=\"1222\" data-end=\"1302\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1224\" data-end=\"1302\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1224\" data-end=\"1263\"\u003eForged stainless steel construction\u003c\/strong\u003e for superior strength and durability\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"r55c1h\" data-start=\"1303\" data-end=\"1376\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1376\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1331\"\u003eSocket weld connection\u003c\/strong\u003e provides a secure and leak-resistant joint\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14h61cr\" data-start=\"1377\" data-end=\"1447\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1379\" data-end=\"1447\"\u003eExcellent \u003cstrong data-start=\"1389\" data-end=\"1413\"\u003ecorrosion resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e suitable for harsh environments\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"19vcuxl\" data-start=\"1448\" data-end=\"1497\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1450\" data-end=\"1497\"\u003eDesigned for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1463\" data-end=\"1495\"\u003ehigh-pressure piping systems\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"8c4098\" data-start=\"1498\" data-end=\"1558\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1500\" data-end=\"1558\"\u003eAvailable in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1513\" data-end=\"1548\"\u003eFull Coupling and Half Coupling\u003c\/strong\u003e designs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9ie4tz\" data-start=\"1559\" data-end=\"1630\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1561\" data-end=\"1630\"\u003eManufactured according to \u003cstrong data-start=\"1587\" data-end=\"1628\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eASME B16.11\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1pt9f5x\" data-start=\"1631\" data-end=\"1684\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1633\" data-end=\"1684\"\u003eAvailable in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1646\" data-end=\"1684\"\u003e3000LB and 6000LB pressure classes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1686\" data-end=\"1689\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"irabt2\" data-start=\"1691\" data-end=\"1720\"\u003e3. Technical Specifications\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable data-start=\"1722\" data-end=\"2220\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"1722\" data-end=\"1751\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1722\" data-end=\"1751\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1722\" data-end=\"1734\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1734\" data-end=\"1751\" data-col-size=\"md\" class=\"\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"1762\" data-end=\"2220\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1762\" data-end=\"1806\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1762\" data-end=\"1777\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eProduct Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1777\" data-end=\"1806\"\u003eSocket Weld Pipe Coupling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1807\" data-end=\"1843\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1807\" data-end=\"1818\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1818\" data-end=\"1843\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eASTM A182 F304 \/ F316\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1844\" data-end=\"1896\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1844\" data-end=\"1855\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eStandard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1855\" data-end=\"1896\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eASME B16.11\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1897\" data-end=\"1931\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1897\" data-end=\"1921\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eManufacturing Process\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1921\" data-end=\"1931\"\u003eForged\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1932\" data-end=\"1970\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1932\" data-end=\"1950\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eConnection Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1950\" data-end=\"1970\"\u003eSocket Weld (SW)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1971\" data-end=\"2008\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1971\" data-end=\"1989\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003ePressure Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1989\" data-end=\"2008\"\u003e3000LB \/ 6000LB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2009\" data-end=\"2035\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2009\" data-end=\"2022\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eSize Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"2022\" data-end=\"2035\"\u003e1\/2\" – 4\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2036\" data-end=\"2086\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2036\" data-end=\"2053\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eStructure Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"2053\" data-end=\"2086\"\u003eFull Coupling \/ Half Coupling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2087\" data-end=\"2143\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2087\" data-end=\"2104\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eSurface Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"2104\" data-end=\"2143\"\u003ePickled, Sandblasted, or Passivated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2144\" data-end=\"2220\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2144\" data-end=\"2157\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eInspection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"2157\" data-end=\"2220\"\u003eDimensional inspection and material certification available\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2222\" data-end=\"2225\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"18c5hhz\" data-start=\"2227\" data-end=\"2262\"\u003e4. Types of Socket Weld Couplings\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2264\" data-end=\"2383\"\u003eSocket weld couplings are typically available in two structural types depending on their function in the piping system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1535rv4\" data-start=\"2385\" data-end=\"2402\"\u003eFull Coupling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2404\" data-end=\"2638\"\u003eA \u003cstrong data-start=\"2406\" data-end=\"2423\"\u003eFull Coupling\u003c\/strong\u003e has socket weld connections on both ends and is used to connect two pipes of the same diameter in a straight pipeline. Pipes are inserted from both sides and welded externally, creating a strong and reliable joint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2640\" data-end=\"2653\"\u003eTypical uses:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2655\" data-end=\"2736\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1qjewkz\" data-start=\"2655\" data-end=\"2677\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2657\" data-end=\"2677\"\u003ePipeline extension\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"vr324t\" data-start=\"2678\" data-end=\"2707\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2680\" data-end=\"2707\"\u003eIndustrial process piping\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13tuzuc\" data-start=\"2708\" data-end=\"2736\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2710\" data-end=\"2736\"\u003eHigh-pressure pipe systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2738\" data-end=\"2741\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1qrto5c\" data-start=\"2743\" data-end=\"2760\"\u003eHalf Coupling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2762\" data-end=\"2912\"\u003eA \u003cstrong data-start=\"2764\" data-end=\"2781\"\u003eHalf Coupling\u003c\/strong\u003e has only one socket weld connection and is usually welded directly onto the outside of a pipe or vessel to create a branch outlet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2914\" data-end=\"2927\"\u003eTypical uses:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2929\" data-end=\"3017\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"a7m4k8\" data-start=\"2929\" data-end=\"2955\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2931\" data-end=\"2955\"\u003eInstrument connections\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1luia6d\" data-start=\"2956\" data-end=\"2971\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2958\" data-end=\"2971\"\u003eDrain lines\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14z5j50\" data-start=\"2972\" data-end=\"2992\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2974\" data-end=\"2992\"\u003eVent connections\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"7wz1ua\" data-start=\"2993\" data-end=\"3017\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2995\" data-end=\"3017\"\u003eSmall branch pipelines\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3019\" data-end=\"3022\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"s07s8a\" data-start=\"3024\" data-end=\"3048\"\u003eStructure Comparison\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable data-start=\"3050\" data-end=\"3318\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"3050\" data-end=\"3108\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3050\" data-end=\"3108\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"3050\" data-end=\"3057\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"\"\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"3057\" data-end=\"3069\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"\"\u003eStructure\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"3069\" data-end=\"3085\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"\"\u003eMain Function\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"3085\" data-end=\"3108\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"\"\u003eTypical Application\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"3127\" data-end=\"3318\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3127\" data-end=\"3219\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3127\" data-end=\"3143\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFull Coupling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"3143\" data-end=\"3170\"\u003eSocket weld on both ends\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"3170\" data-end=\"3197\"\u003eConnect two pipes inline\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"3197\" data-end=\"3219\"\u003ePipeline extension\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3220\" data-end=\"3318\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3220\" data-end=\"3236\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eHalf Coupling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3236\" data-end=\"3261\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eSocket weld on one end\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"3261\" data-end=\"3284\"\u003eCreate branch outlet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"3284\" data-end=\"3318\"\u003eInstrument or drain connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3320\" data-end=\"3323\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"rimtbo\" data-start=\"3325\" data-end=\"3342\"\u003e5. Applications\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3344\" data-end=\"3477\"\u003eStainless steel socket weld couplings are widely used in industrial piping systems that require strong and reliable pipe connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3479\" data-end=\"3508\"\u003eTypical applications include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3510\" data-end=\"3725\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"dgrgo\" data-start=\"3510\" data-end=\"3542\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3512\" data-end=\"3542\"\u003eOil and gas pipeline systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"17oz08f\" data-start=\"3543\" data-end=\"3578\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3545\" data-end=\"3578\"\u003ePetrochemical processing plants\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1jhjfua\" data-start=\"3579\" data-end=\"3610\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3581\" data-end=\"3610\"\u003ePower generation facilities\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"wzyaf5\" data-start=\"3611\" data-end=\"3655\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3613\" data-end=\"3655\"\u003eWater treatment and desalination systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16wxkwc\" data-start=\"3656\" data-end=\"3694\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3658\" data-end=\"3694\"\u003eMarine and offshore piping systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1jv6oc5\" data-start=\"3695\" data-end=\"3725\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3697\" data-end=\"3725\"\u003eIndustrial process pipelines\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3727\" data-end=\"3730\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1wciix\" data-start=\"3732\" data-end=\"3753\"\u003e6. Related Products\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3755\" data-end=\"3901\"\u003eWe supply a complete range of forged stainless steel pipe fittings manufactured according to \u003cstrong data-start=\"3848\" data-end=\"3889\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eASME B16.11\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3903\" data-end=\"4026\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1hsbyg4\" data-start=\"3903\" data-end=\"3924\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3905\" data-end=\"3924\"\u003eSocket Weld Elbow\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1q767tv\" data-start=\"3925\" data-end=\"3944\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3927\" data-end=\"3944\"\u003eSocket Weld Tee\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1w7txno\" data-start=\"3945\" data-end=\"3966\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3947\" data-end=\"3966\"\u003eSocket Weld Union\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"s2yo9a\" data-start=\"3967\" data-end=\"3993\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3969\" data-end=\"3993\"\u003eThreaded Pipe Coupling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1trpawq\" data-start=\"3994\" data-end=\"4026\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3996\" data-end=\"4026\"\u003eStainless Steel Pipe Nipples\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4028\" data-end=\"4174\"\u003eThese forged fittings are available in various stainless steel grades such as \u003cstrong data-start=\"4106\" data-end=\"4123\"\u003eF304 and F316\u003c\/strong\u003e, suitable for different industrial piping systems.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45790161600685,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0721\/0470\/6221\/files\/0f4c7f36c603687843c64629d54bbc44.jpg?v=1772780436","url":"https:\/\/chihaoflange.com\/products\/f304-socket-weld-pipe-coupling-3000lb-asme-b16-11-1-2-4-forged-stainless-steel-fitting","provider":"Hebei Chihao Pipeline Equipment Co., Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}