Pipe and piping fittings
Reinforced branch outlets
Run size, branch size, both schedules, angle, material and outlet end are the primary branch-fitting selection data.
Type and construction
Available types
Quick comparison
How the main types differ in selection
TypePurposeBest suited toWatchpoint
WeldoletCreating a branch from the run pipe or dividing flowEqual or reducing branches in a piping networkRun and branch sizes, reinforcement, load direction and stress requirements
SockoletCreating a branch from the run pipe or dividing flowEqual or reducing branches in a piping networkRun and branch sizes, reinforcement, load direction and stress requirements
ThreadoletCreating a branch from the run pipe or dividing flowEqual or reducing branches in a piping networkRun and branch sizes, reinforcement, load direction and stress requirements
LatroletCreating a branch from the run pipe or dividing flowEqual or reducing branches in a piping networkRun and branch sizes, reinforcement, load direction and stress requirements
ElboletCreating a branch from the run pipe or dividing flowEqual or reducing branches in a piping networkRun and branch sizes, reinforcement, load direction and stress requirements
NipoletCreating a branch from the run pipe or dividing flowEqual or reducing branches in a piping networkRun and branch sizes, reinforcement, load direction and stress requirements
Flange outletCreating a branch from the run pipe or dividing flowEqual or reducing branches in a piping networkRun and branch sizes, reinforcement, load direction and stress requirements
SweepoletCreating a branch from the run pipe or dividing flowEqual or reducing branches in a piping networkRun and branch sizes, reinforcement, load direction and stress requirements
Before selection
Information to define
- 1Run size
- 2Branch size
- 3Run and branch schedule
- 4Angle
- 5Outlet end
- 6Material grade
Typical materials
Carbon steelStainless steelAlloy steel
Typical connections
Butt-weldSocket-weldThreadedFlanged
Typical media
ProcessInstrumentationDrain and vent
Function
What does this family do?
Routing, branching and mixing
Changing line direction, dividing or combining flow and creating branches
Functional selection guideJoining and sealing
Creating welded, threaded, flanged or mechanical joints with compatible sealing
Functional selection guideFluid transport and line construction
Building a dependable flow path between equipment and process units
Functional selection guideTechnical reference
Related standards
The exact edition and requirements must be checked against the project specification.
MSS SP-97ASME B16.11
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Engineering note
This page supports initial screening and does not replace engineering calculations, project specifications, manufacturer approval or design pressure-temperature checks.
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