Iron Threaded Fittings
Reference data and engineering information about iron threaded fittings for piping systems applications.
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Overview
Engineering reference data for Iron Threaded Fittings in piping systems.
Key Formulas
Continuity
Mass conservation in pipe flow.
Pressure Drop
Darcy-Weisbach equation.
Pipe Area
Cross-sectional area of a pipe.
Variables
| Symbol | Description | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Pipe diameter | m | |
| Flow velocity | m/s | |
| Pressure drop | Pa | |
| Friction factor | — |
10 rows
Temperature(°F) | Temperature(°C) | Class 150
1/4 - 1 inch(psig) | Class 300
1/4 - 1 inch(psig) | Class 300
1 1/4 - 2 inch(psig) | Class 300
2 1/2 - 3 inch(psig) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -20 | -29 | 300 | 2000 | 1500 | 1000 |
| 150 | 66 | 300 | 2000 | 1500 | 1000 |
| 200 | 93 | 265 | 1785 | 1350 | 910 |
| 250 | 121 | 225 | 1575 | 1200 | 825 |
| 300 | 149 | 185 | 1360 | 1050 | 735 |
| 350 | 177 | 150 | 1150 | 900 | 650 |
| 400 | 204 | - | 935 | 750 | 560 |
| 450 | 232 | - | 725 | 600 | 475 |
| 500 | 260 | - | 510 | 450 | 385 |
| 550 | 288 | - | 300 | 300 | 300 |
Source: engineeringtoolbox.com
Standard Scope
This standard covers requirements for Classes 150 and 300 threaded malleable iron fittings, including:
- Pressure-temperature ratings
- Size and method of designating openings for reducing fittings
- Marking
- Materials
- Dimensions and tolerances
- Threading
- Coatings