Branch Outlet Fittings (MSS SP97)
Sizes and Types of Fittings:
- Butt-Weld Branch Connections
Available Sizes: ½" to 36" - Socket Weld Branch Connections
Available Sizes: ½" to 10" - Threaded Branch Connections
Available Sizes: ½" to 10"
Pressure Ratings:
- 3M
- 6M
- 9M
Schedules:
- Schedule 40 (STD)
- Schedule 80 (XS)
- Schedule 160
- Schedule XXH
Types of Threading:
- NPT
- BSPT
Available Materials:
- Carbon Steels:
o WPB, WPC, A105, A106 Gr. B & C, 4130, 4140
o Material Grades: ASTM A105, A350 LF2, A234 WPB - Stainless Steels:
o 304/304L, 309, 310, 316/316H/316L, 317/317L, 321/321H, 347/347H
o Duplex (2205/F51), Super Duplex (2507/F53), 254SMO, Ferralium 255, 410/410S, 430, 446
o Material Grades: ASTM A182 F304/304L, F316/316L, F321, F347 - Nickel & Nickel Alloys:
o A200, A201, A400, A600, A601, A625, A800/800H/800HT, A825, 904L
o Material Grades: ASTM B564, ASTM B366 - Aluminum:
o 5086, 6061-T6 - Copper & Copper/Nickel Alloys:
o 90/10, 70/30, Brass (A360), Bronze
o Material Grades: ASTM B61, B62 - Chrome & Chrome Alloy Steel:
o P5, P9, P91, P11, P22
o Material Grades: ASTM A182 F5, F9, F11, F22 - Low Temperature Steels:
o Material Grades: ASTM A350 LF2 - High-Yield Steels:
o Material Grades: Y42 to Y70 - Special Alloys:
o Titanium, Zirconium, Beryllium (available upon request)
Dimensional Standard for Branch Connections:
The dimensional standards for Butt-Weld, Socket Weld, and Threaded Branch Connections are defined by MSS SP97. This standard specifies the dimensions, tolerances, and markings for these types of fittings, ensuring compatibility and consistency across various piping systems.