ASME B16.48 Duplex Steel Spectacle Blind Flange
The Spectacle Blind is an isolating device for piping systems that consists of two parts: a solid blind and an annular gasket connected by a metal shank.
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Pipe Size (Nominal Pipe Size, NPS)
- Range: 1/2″ to 48″ (DN15 to DN1200).
- Common Sizes: 1/2″, 2″, 4″, 6″, 8″, 10″, 12″, 16″, 20″, 24″, etc.
Pressure Rating
- Standard Ratings: 150#, 300#, 600#, 900#, 1500#, 2500#.
- Special Ratings: Customizable according to customer requirements.
Thickness
- According to ASME B16.48 standards, thickness is related to pipe size and pressure rating, typically ranging from 3 mm to 50 mm.
Standards and Certifications
- ASME B16.48: Design and manufacturing standard for Spectacle Blinds.
- MSS SP-53: Quality inspection standard for Spectacle Blinds.
- NACE MR0175/ISO 15156: Suitable for sour environments (e.g., oil and gas with hydrogen sulfide).
Material Grades
Duplex Steel
UNS S31803 (2205): The most common duplex stainless steel, offering excellent corrosion resistance and mechanical properties.
UNS S32750 (2507): Super duplex stainless steel, with higher corrosion resistance and strength, suitable for more demanding environments.
Nickel-Based Alloy
Inconel 625 (UNS N06625): High corrosion resistance, suitable for high-temperature and high-pressure environments.
Hastelloy C276 (UNS N10276): Excellent corrosion resistance, suitable for strong acid and alkali environments.
Stainless Steel
304/304L (UNS S30400/S30403): General-purpose stainless steel, suitable for most industrial environments.
316/316L (UNS S31600/S31603): Higher corrosion resistance, suitable for chemical and marine environments.
Typical Applications
Oil and Gas: Used for pipeline isolation and process switching.
Chemical Industry: Suitable for isolating corrosive media.
Power Industry: Used for isolating high-temperature and high-pressure steam pipelines.
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UNS S31803 NPS 8 300# Spectacle Blind Flange
Material: UNS S31803 (Duplex Steel 2205).
Size: NPS 8″ (DN200).
Pressure Rating: 300#.
Thickness: 12 mm.
Standards: ASME B16.48, NACE MR0175 certified.
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