| MOQ: | 1pc |
| Price: | Above 2usd/kg |
| Standard Packaging: | Plywood case/pallet |
| Delivery Period: | 3 weeks/container |
| Payment Method: | L/C,D/A,D/P,T/T |
| Supply Capacity: | 100 ton/month |
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ASTM A182 F316L Stainless Steel Hex Head Plug NPT Threaded Forged Pipe Fitting designed for high-performance piping systems requiring reliable sealing solutions.
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Forged Hex Head Plug (Threaded End) |
| Standard Specification | ASME B16.11 / MSS SP-83 / ASTM A182 |
| Material Grade | ASTM A182 F316L (UNS S31603) |
| Nominal Size Range | NPS 1/8" - NPS 4" (DN6 - DN100) |
| Pressure Ratings | Class 2000 / Class 3000 / Class 6000 |
| Thread Connection | NPT (ANSI/ASME B1.20.1), BSPT / PT (ISO 7-1) |
| Certification | PED 2014/68/EU, ISO 9001, NORSOK M-650 |
In demanding piping systems characterized by high pressure, frequent vibration, or corrosive environments, standard castings are prone to leakage or cracking due to internal porosity. Forged fittings are essential for these applications.
Produced via high-tonnage die forging, these fittings feature a dense, uniform internal structure free from porosity or sand holes. With pressure ratings ranging from Class 2000 to 6000#, they serve as critical components ensuring long-term safety and maintenance-free operation.
The Hex Head Plug is the most common sealing plug used in these systems, featuring a standard external hex head for quick tightening or removal using standard wrenches. The threaded end installs directly onto pipe ends, sampling valves, or instrument ports, providing rapid and secure sealing.
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ASTM A182 F316L forgings utilize premium raw billets from top-tier steel mills. This low-carbon, molybdenum-bearing austenitic stainless steel offers excellent resistance to chloride-ion pitting and crevice corrosion, making it ideal for harsh chemical environments and marine settings.
Following standard solution heat treatment and die-forging processes, the material achieves uniform, dense grain structure with superior yield strength and toughness. These products withstand long-term high-pressure pulsations and thermal cycling shocks, ensuring leak-free seals for industrial fluid pipeline systems.