Butt Weld Fittings

Butt weld (BW) fittings are welded at their ends to pipe end, with the same thickness as pipes. The end of butt weld fittings shall be bevelled.
Butt weld keeps better strength, good for high pressure or high temperature pipelines. So it is used when a welded joint with strength not lower than that of the base metal itself is needed.
Butt weld is the “best” in terms of strength, fatigue, and corrosion resistance, and temperatures compliance. However, it is more difficult to fit-up and weld properly, needing skilled welder and much time.

Why choose Butt weld Fittings?
– Welded connection offers a more robust, a stronger and a more leak-proof piping connection.
– The nature of the continuous metal structure provides added strength to the overall piping system.
– The smooth inner surface and gradual directional changes provide a seamless flow, thus minimising pressure drops and turbulence inside the pipe.
– Provide the option of various different turn radiuses due to the manufacture of Short Radius fittings, Long Radius fittings and 3R Elbows.
– They are cost effective compared to the counterpart fittings in the threaded or socket weld varieties.
– They have a long service life and are cost effective to purchase and deploy.
– Butt weld fittings can withstand corrosion and erosion more effectively than its socket weld and threaded equivalents.
– A welded system uses comparatively less space that the other alternatives.