Specification

Socket Weld Fittings Specifications

MRB Forge manufactures socket weld fittings in accordance with international standards and customer specifications.

Parameter Details
Size Range 1/8" NB to 4" NB
Pressure Ratings Class 3000, 6000 & 9000
Material Grades Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel, Alloy Steel, Duplex & Super Duplex Steel, Nickel Alloys
Standards ASME B16.11, MSS SP-79, MSS SP-83, MSS SP-95, ASTM, ANSI, ISO
Manufacturing Process Closed Die Forged & CNC Machined
End Connection Socket Weld
Surface Finish Natural, Pickled, Passivated, Shot Blasted
Inspection Third-Party Inspection Available
Testing PMI, Hydrostatic, Ultrasonic, Hardness, Dimensional Inspection
Types

Types of Socket Weld Fittings

MRB Forge manufactures a complete range of forged socket weld fittings for industrial piping systems.

Socket Weld Elbows

Socket weld elbows are available in 45° and 90° configurations for changing the direction of fluid flow while maintaining pressure integrity.

Socket Weld Elbows
Socket Weld Tees

Socket weld tees provide branch connections within piping systems and are available in equal and reducing tee designs.

Socket Weld Tees
Socket Weld Couplings

Socket weld couplings are used to join two pipes securely and are available in full coupling and half coupling configurations.

Socket Weld Couplings
Socket Weld Unions

Socket weld unions allow easy dismantling and maintenance of piping systems without cutting the pipeline.

Socket Weld Unions
Socket Weld Caps

Socket weld caps are designed to close pipeline ends permanently or temporarily while providing leak-proof sealing.

Socket Weld Caps
Socket Weld Reducer Inserts

Reducer inserts facilitate the connection of different pipe sizes while maintaining pressure efficiency and smooth flow.

Socket Weld Reducer Inserts
Socket Weld Crosses

Socket weld crosses provide four-way branch connections in compact piping layouts requiring multiple flow directions.

Socket Weld Crosses
Custom Socket Weld Fittings

We manufacture custom socket weld fittings based on customer drawings, dimensions, pressure ratings, and material specifications.

Custom Socket Weld Fittings

MRB Forge manufactures socket-weld fittings from premium-quality forged materials for demanding industrial environments.

Carbon Steel Socket Weld Fittings

Carbon steel fittings provide excellent mechanical strength and durability for high-pressure industrial applications. Common grades include ASTM A105 and ASTM A350 LF2.

Stainless Steel Socket Weld Fittings

Stainless steel fittings offer superior corrosion resistance for chemical, food processing, pharmaceutical, and marine industries. Available grades include SS 304, 304L, 316, 316L, 321, and 904L.

Alloy Steel Socket Weld Fittings

Alloy steel fittings are designed for elevated-temperature and high-pressure applications requiring exceptional mechanical properties. Common grades include ASTM A182 F11, F22, and F91.

Duplex & Super Duplex Socket Weld Fittings

Duplex and super duplex fittings provide outstanding resistance to chloride-induced corrosion and are widely used in offshore and desalination projects.

Nickel Alloy Socket Weld Fittings

Nickel alloy fittings are suitable for highly corrosive chemical processing environments and extreme operating temperatures.

Dimensions, Sizes & Pressure Ratings

Our socket weld fittings are manufactured in a wide range of dimensions to suit various industrial piping systems.

  • Size Range: 1/8" NB to 4" NB
  • Pressure Classes: Class 3000, 6000 & 9000
  • Connection Type: Socket Weld
  • Manufacturing: Forged & CNC Machined
  • Wall Thickness: As per ASME B16.11
  • Available Configurations: Elbows, Tees, Couplings, Unions, Caps, Crosses, Reducer Inserts

Each fitting is manufactured with tight dimensional tolerances to ensure proper fit-up and leak-free operation.

Socket Weld Fittings Testing & Quality Assurance

Quality assurance is an integral part of our manufacturing process.
Every socket weld fitting undergoes comprehensive testing, including:

  • Positive Material Identification (PMI)
  • Hydrostatic Testing
  • Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
  • Hardness Testing
  • Visual Inspection
  • Dimensional Inspection
  • Chemical Analysis
  • Mechanical Testing
  • Third-Party Inspection (TPI)

These tests ensure superior quality, dimensional accuracy, and long-term operational reliability.

MRB Forge manufactures socket weld fittings in accordance with globally recognized engineering standards.

Process

Socket Weld Fittings Manufacturing Process

Our socket weld fittings manufacturing process is designed to ensure dimensional accuracy, forged strength and compliance with international standards on every order.

  • Raw Material Procurement & Mill Certificate Verification
  • Chemical Composition & Mechanical Property Testing
  • Forging & Hot Working to Required Shape
  • Heat Treatment & Normalising
  • Rough Machining & Turning Operations
  • Finish Machining & Socket Boring
  • Dimensional Inspection & Verification
  • Surface Finishing & Marking
  • Final Quality Approval & Dispatch

Each stage is carefully monitored to ensure full compliance with ASME B16.11 and customer specific project requirements.

Socket weld fittings are widely used in high pressure piping systems across various industries.

Oil & Gas Industry

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Used in small bore high pressure piping requiring secure and leak tight welded connections.

Petrochemical Plants

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Suitable for instrument and process piping in high pressure petrochemical processing environments.

Chemical Processing Industries

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Provide reliable connections in corrosive chemical piping systems handling aggressive process fluids.

Refineries

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Widely used in small bore refinery piping requiring high pressure and high temperature performance.

Power Generation Plants

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Used in instrument, auxiliary and small bore piping systems across power generation facilities.

Offshore & Marine Projects

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Designed for offshore platforms and marine installations that require compact, high-pressure piping connections.

Pharmaceutical Industry

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Used in hygienic and high-purity piping systems requiring precise, leak-proof connections.

Water Treatment Plants

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Suitable for water distribution and treatment facility piping requiring reliable small bore connections with LSAW Pipes.