Carbon Steel Swage Nipples
Home - Carbon Steel - Carbon Steel Forged Pipe Fittings - Carbon Steel Swage Nipples
Carbon Steel Swage Nipples
Discover the strength and precision of EBY Fasteners’ Carbon Steel Swage Nipples. Manufactured to exacting quality standards, our swage nipples ensure leak-proof connections and reliable performance within demanding industrial piping systems. Their seamless construction and robust carbon steel composition provide the durability you need for critical applications
EBY Fasteners offers an extensive selection of Carbon Steel Swage Nipples to meet your specific piping needs. Choose from various sizes, pressure ratings, and connection types (threaded and socket-weld), simplifying integration into your existing lines or new installations. Our team’s expertise is here to help you find the ideal swage nipples to streamline your project
EBY Fasteners is your trusted source for Carbon Steel Swage Nipples. Our commitment to quality components, competitive pricing, and excellent customer support ensures you have the right solutions for secure, efficient piping systems. Contact us today to experience how EBY Fasteners can simplify your piping projects and optimize the reliability of your industrial operations
EBY Fasteners is your trusted source for Carbon Steel Swage Nipples. Our commitment to quality components, competitive pricing, and excellent customer support ensures you have the right solutions for secure, efficient piping systems. Contact us today to experience how EBY Fasteners can simplify your piping projects and optimize the reliability of your industrial operations
- ASTM Grade :
- A105 : A workhorse grade of carbon steel, providing a good balance of strength, weldability, and affordability. It's a reliable choice for general piping needs across various industries and a common choice for swage nipples
- A350 : Encompasses grades for low-temperature applications. Swage nipples made from this steel maintain their toughness and resist brittle failure even in freezing temperatures or when handling cryogenic fluids
- A694 : This standard covers high-yield strength forged carbon and alloy steel components. Nipples made from these grades can handle higher internal pressures, offering potential for thinner-walled designs
- A53 GR. A & B : This focuses on seamless pipes. While not directly applicable to all swage nipples, selecting the corresponding grade for your piping ensures material compatibility and minimizes the risk of issues at connections
- A106 GR. A, B & C : Similar to A53, this standard addresses seamless pipes for high-temperature use. Matching swage nipple material to your pipe standards ensures performance across a broad temperature range
- API 5L GR. B, X 42, X 46, etc : These standards become crucial within the oil and gas industry. As the number climbs, the steel can handle higher internal pressures. This dictates the swage nipple's suitability for different pressure pipelines
- Importance of Grade Selection : Choosing the appropriate material and grade is paramount for the safe and reliable operation of your piping system. The nipple must possess the mechanical properties to withstand the internal pressures it will experience, function within your system's operating temperature range, and offer compatibility with any corrosive elements present within the fluids
- Type :
- Concentric swaged nipple : This type provides a smooth, centered reduction in pipe diameter, ideal for maintaining consistent flow characteristics
- Eccentric swaged nipple : This features an offset change in diameter, allowing you to modify the pipe's centerline. Use this when you need to create vertical drops, bypass equipment, or navigate around obstacles within your piping design
- Thickness (Schedule) :
- Standards like Sch 40, STD, Sch 80, etc., dictate the wall thickness of the nipple. Thicker schedules offer higher pressure handling capabilities. Selecting a schedule that aligns with your system's pressure requirements is crucial for both safety and preventing leaks
- Size :
- The specified size range (1/4" to 4") indicates these particular nipples are designed for smaller to mid-sized piping systems. Matching the nipple's size exactly to your pipe's diameter is essential for a leak-tight connection and proper fit
- Material :
- Carbon Steel : This versatile material offers a practical balance of strength, weldability, and affordability, making it suitable for many applications
- Specific Grades (A105, 20#, A234 WPB) : These ASTM standards provide detailed guidelines on the steel's composition and properties. Selecting the right grade ensures the nipple can withstand your system's operating temperatures, handle internal pressures safely, and resist any corrosive components within the fluids it will carry
- Connection Ends :
- Plain : Smooth, unthreaded ends specifically designed for secure socket-welding. This creates a permanent, leak-tight connection
- Bevel : Angled ends prepared for butt-welding. This type of connection also provides a strong, permanent seal
- Thread : Incorporates standardized threads (often NPT) for applications where future disassembly of the piping might be necessary
- Seamless Diameter Reduction : The primary function of a swage nipple is to provide a smooth transition between two pipes of different diameters. The tapering design minimizes turbulence and maximizes flow efficiency within your piping system
- Robust Construction : Manufactured from carbon steel, these nipples offer strength, durability, and resilience in demanding industrial settings. This inherent strength allows them to withstand the pressures and potential stresses within your system
- Type Options :
- Concentric : For centered, symmetrical diameter reduction
- Eccentric : For offset transitions allowing for pipe elevation changes or to navigate obstacles
- Wall Thickness Versatility (Schedules) : Offered in various schedules (Sch 40, STD, Sch 80, etc.), swage nipples can be matched to the specific pressure demands of your piping system. Selecting the correct schedule ensures safe and reliable operation
- Connection Options :
- Plain ends : For secure socket-welding, creating permanent connections
- Bevel ends : For butt-welding, also providing a permanent, leak-tight seal
- Threaded ends : For greater flexibility where future disassembly might be needed
- Material Options : While carbon steel is most common, other materials are available. These might include stainless steel or specialty alloys for addressing specific corrosion concerns or particularly harsh operating environments
- Refinery & Petrochemical : Within refineries and petrochemical plants, carbon steel swage nipples play a crucial role in optimizing flow. They enable smooth transitions between pipes of different diameters within process lines. Additionally, they facilitate the integration of equipment like pumps, valves, and filters, seamlessly adapting even when connection sizes are mismatched. Swage nipples are also used to create smaller ports for instrumentation taps, allowing for pressure monitoring, flow measurement, or sampling
- Chemical : The chemical processing industry relies on carbon steel swage nipples for connecting chemical transfer lines of different sizes and managing diameter reductions throughout process piping networks. They are essential for adapting equipment (like pumps or reactors) with mismatched connections. Swage nipples also play a role in branching off smaller lines for specialized chemical delivery, sampling points, or the integration of additional equipment
- Oil & Gas : Carbon steel swage nipples are widely used in the oil and gas industry, both in upstream (extraction and processing) and downstream (transportation) sectors. They are invaluable for managing flow transitions, integrating specialized equipment, and reducing pipeline diameters for controlled distribution pressures. Swage nipples are also used to create temporary bypass lines, facilitating maintenance procedures or allowing for the redirection of flow
- Power Plant : Carbon steel swage nipples find application within power plant water supply systems, connecting lines of different sizes and creating transitions for integrating auxiliary equipment. They are also used within less critical process systems to manage flow transitions as needed
- Industrial Machineries : In industrial machinery, carbon steel swage nipples are indispensable components within hydraulic, lubrication, and coolant systems. They enable the integration of various components like pumps, valves, and actuators while seamlessly transitioning between different pipe sizes to ensure optimal flow rates and pressures. Swage nipples can also be used to create targeted lubrication delivery points or manage size changes within coolant systems for focused cooling
Chemical Composition
| Element | Composition |
|---|---|
| Carbon | 0.03 Max |
| Manganese | 0.29 - 1.06 |
| Phosphorus | 0.05 Max |
| Sulfur | 0.058 Max |
| Silicon | 0.10 Max |
| Chromium | 0.40 Max |
| Molybdenum | 0.15 Max |
| Nickel | 0.40 Max |
| Copper | 0.40 Max |
| Vanadium | 0.08 Max |
| Columbium | 0.02 Max |
