ASME A/SA182 Stainless Steel Flange
ASME A/SA182 Stainless Steel Flange
The ASME A/SA182 Stainless Steel Flange provides a strong, corrosion-resistant connection for demanding industrial piping systems. Manufactured from forged or rolled stainless steel materials, A/SA182 flanges are designed for pressure piping applications where strength, temperature capability, corrosion resistance, and dependable sealing performance are important.
ASTM A182 / ASME SA-182 Stainless Steel
ASTM A182 / ASME SA-182 covers forged or rolled alloy and stainless steel pipe flanges, forged fittings, valves, and related components intended for pressure systems. A/SA182 stainless steel flanges are available in multiple material grades to meet different process and environmental requirements.
Common stainless steel grades include F304/F304L and F316/F316L. Type 304/304L provides excellent general corrosion resistance, while 316/316L contains molybdenum for improved resistance to many chloride-containing and corrosive environments.
Stainless Steel Flanges for Industrial Piping
A/SA182 stainless steel flanges are widely used throughout chemical processing, petrochemical facilities, food and beverage processing, pharmaceutical manufacturing, water treatment, marine applications, power generation, pulp and paper, and industrial process piping systems.
Stainless steel construction provides excellent resistance to rust and corrosion while maintaining the mechanical strength required for pressure-containing piping components.
Flange Styles and Pressure Classes
Depending on material grade, size, pressure class, and application, A/SA182 stainless steel flanges are available in weld neck, slip-on, socket weld, threaded, blind, and lap joint configurations. Facing options can include raised face (RF), flat face (FF), and ring-type joint (RTJ) where applicable.
Available pressure classes may include Class 150, 300, 600, 900, 1500, and 2500, depending on flange style, size, and governing dimensional standard.
Selecting an A/SA182 Stainless Steel Flange
When ordering an ASME A/SA182 stainless steel flange, verify nominal pipe size, stainless steel grade, pressure class, flange style, facing, pipe schedule or bore requirements, dimensional standard, gasket selection, bolting, operating temperature, and process media to ensure reliable industrial piping performance.