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How to get high quality expander flanges?

2018-03-20

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What is an expander flange?

Expander flanges, or expanding flanges, are used to increase the bore of the pipeline
from a specific point to another or to connect pipes to other mechanical devices such as
pumps, compressors, and valves that have different inlets sizes. The expanding flange
represented in the picture is a welding neck flange with a larger bore on the non-flanged
end.
Expander flanges can be used to increase the run pipe bore only by one or maximum two
sizes and not more (example: from 2 to 3 or maximum 4 inches). Expander flanges are
cheaper (and lighter) solution to using a combination of a butt weld reducer and
a standard flange (which is the standard solution for pipe bore increases above 2 sizes).
The most common materials for expanding flanges are A105 (high-temp. carbon steel),
A350 (LTCS) and ASTM A182 (stainless steel and above). Pressure ratings and
dimensions of expanding flanges are in accordance with the ANSI/ASME B16.5
specification and are available with raised or flat face (RF/FF).

Expander flanges are also known as a cost effective alternative to using a separate
reducer – welding neck flangecombination. The expander flange is available in a range of
sizes and materials.

An expander flange is similar to a weld neck flange but with the hub expanding to a larger
size (one or two sizes). If you have limited space or just need to connect to a larger pipe
size, it provides a convenient way for equipment, pumps and valves. It can replace the
use of a flange and reducer. Pressure ratings and dimensions are in accordance with
ANSI/ASME B16.5.
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Dimensions of Expander Flanges

It’s compact size saves space when compared to a reducer-welding neck flange. This
flange has a raised face.

Only one butt-weld is needed to install the Expander Flange Very cost effective and
competitively priced.

Materials Of Expander Flanges

CARBON STEEL

 ASTM A105, ASTM A350 LF1, LF2 CL1/CL2, LF3 CL1/CL2

 ASTM A694 F42, F46, F48, F50, F52, F56, F60, F65, F70

STAINLESS STEEL

 ASTM A182 F304/304L, F316/316L, F316H, F310, F321, F44 (UNS S31254)
 ASTM A403 WP316/316L
 ASTM A403 WP304/304L
 ASTM A182 F304, F304L, F316, F316L, F321

ALLOY STEEL

 ASTM A350 LF1, LF2 CL1/CL2, LF3 CL1/CL2

 ASTM A694 F42, F46, F48, F50, F52, F56, F60, F65, F70
 ASTM A182 F1, F5a, F9, F11, F12, F22, F91

Delivery
Material Test basis / Requirements
Condition
DIN 17243: 01.87 + VdTUEV – WB
350/3: 2009
C 22.8 (1.0460) +N
DIN 17243: 01.87
VdTÜV – WB 350/3: 2009

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DIN EN 10222-2: 04.2000

P250GH (1.0460) +N
National Annex

P245GH (1.0352) EN 10222-2:1999-12 + AC : 2000-02 +N

ASTM A105/A105M-05/ ASME BPVC
Sec.2 Part.A:04
A105N / C21 +N
+ VdTUEV399/3: 1996-09
+ NACE MR 0175: 2000
ASTM A105/A105M-05/ ASME BPVC
A105N Sec.2 Part.A:04 +N
+ NACE MR 0175: 2000
C21 (1.0432) VdTUEV – WB 399/3: 1996-09 +N

RSt 37-2 (1.0038) DIN 17100: 1980-01 +N

S235JR (1.0038) DIN EN10025-2: 2005-04 +N

16Mo3 (1.5415) DIN EN10222-2:1999-12 + AC:2000-02 +N

WStE355 / TStE355 DIN EN17103 :1989-10, + VdTUEV-WB

+N or QT
(1.0565 / 1.0566) 354/3 : 2001-06

P355NH (1.0565) DIN EN10222-4: 1998 + A1: 2002-12 +N

DIN EN17103 :1989-10, + VdTUEV-WB
354/3 : 2001-06
WStE355 / P355NH
+ DIN EN10222-4: 1998 + A1: 2002-12 +N or QT
(1.0565)
+ DIN EN17103 :1989-10
+ DIN EN10222-4: 1998 + A1: 2002-12
1.4301 (X5CrNi17-10) DIN EN10222-5: 2000-02 +AT

1.4306 (X2CrNi19-11) DIN 17440:1996-09 +AT

1.4401 (X5CrNiMo17-12-2) DIN EN10222-5: 2000-02 +AT

1.4404 (X2CrNiMo17-12-2) DIN EN10222-5: 2000-02 +AT

1.4432 (X2CrNiMo17-12-3) DIN EN10222-5: 2000-02 +AT

1.4541 (X6CrNiTi18-10) DIN EN10222-5: 2000-02 +AT

1.4571 (X6CrNiMoTi17-12-2) DIN EN10222-5: 2000-02 +AT

DIN EN10222-5: 2000-02 / +ASTM A
1.4541 / F321 +AT
182/A 182M :2005
DIN EN10222-5: 2000-02 / +ASTM A
1.4571 / F316Ti +AT
240
DIN EN10222-5: 2000-02 / +ASTM A
1.4404 / F316L +AT
182/A 182M :2005
DIN 17440.1996-09 / +ASTM A 182/A
1.4306 / F304L +AT
182M : 2005
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DIN EN10222-5: 2000-02 / +ASTM A

1.4307 / F304L +AT
182/A 182M :2005
Flange Test basis / Requirements

DIN2519:1991-06
DIN, Carbon Steel + AD2000-W9: 02.04; -W13/ TRD107;TRB100;
+ Directive 97/23/EG Annex I, Chap. 4.3: 1998-02

DIN2519:1991-06
DIN, corrosion-resistant Steel + AD2000-W9: 02.04; -W2; -W10 / TRD107; TRB100;
+ Directive 97/23/EG Annex I, Chap. 4.3: 1998-02

DIN EN 1092-1: 2008-09

DIN EN 1092-1, Carbon Steel + AD2000-W9; -W13/TRD107;TRB100
+ Directive 97/23/EG Annex I, Chap. 4.3: 1998-02

DIN EN 1092-1: 2008-09

DIN EN 1092-1, Stainless Steel + AD2000-W9; -W2; -W10/ TRD107; TRB100
+ Directive 97/23/EG Annex I, Chap. 4.3: 1998-02

ASME B16.5:2003
ANSI
ASME B16.47:2006
APPLICATIONS OF EXPANDER FLANGES

The expander flange can be used to connect pipe to pumps, compressors and Valves.

 Expander Flanges are used in Chemical and petrochemical processing.

 Expander Flanges are used in electronics. Expander Flanges are used in
processing equipment for maintaining product purity in handling foods, synthetic
fibers.
 Expander Flanges are used in marine and offshore engineering.
 The expander flange is available in a range of sizes and materials.

Source: China Expander Flanges Manufacturer – Yaang Pipe Industry

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(Yaang Pipe Industry is a leading manufacturer and supplier of nickel alloy and stainless
steel products, including Super Duplex Stainless Steel Flanges, Stainless Steel Flanges,
Stainless Steel Pipe Fittings, Stainless Steel Pipe. Yaang products are widely used in
Shipbuilding, Nuclear power, Marine engineering, Petroleum, Chemical, Mining, Sewage
treatment, Natural gas and Pressure vessels and other industries.)

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References:

 https://www.yaang.com/expander-flanges-1.html
 http://www.wermac.org/flanges/flanges_special_long-welding-neck_weldo-nipo_e
xpander_reducing.html

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