Pipe reducers are special type of tube fittings that are commonly used in the demanding environments of chemical and power plants. They provide a highly reliable, sturdy and tight integral line system and these type of pipe fittings remain unaffected by shock, vibration or thermal distortion. These pipe fittings are very easy to install and they resist leakage due to thermal or pressure cycling. These reducers are sometimes chrome or nickel coated to prevent corrosion and increase the life of the product.
Materials used:
Various materials are used in the making of pipe reducers. Some of the common materials are as follows:
Various materials are used in the making of pipe reducers. Some of the common materials are as follows:
- Stainless steel
- Carbon steel
- Alloy steel
Applications of Pipe Reducer:
- Hydraulic system
- Pneumatic system
- Pharmaceutical fittings
- Air brake fittings
- Gas fittings
- Refrigerant fittings
Uses of pipe reducer:
A pipe reducer serves the two basic purposes:
A pipe reducer serves the two basic purposes:
- Changing the piping diameter
- Handling the expansion, misalignment or vibration problem
Types of Pipe Reducer:
Concentric reducers
Uses of concentric reducers:
Some uses of concentric reducers are as follows:
Some uses of concentric reducers are as follows:
- Concentric reducers will transition gracefully between the piping and the pump.
- The concentric reducers help in transporting slurries or abrasive liquids.
- They are useful in services where cavitation is present.
- When transporting between flanges or pipes of different ratings and wear protection is necessary, concentric reducers are ideal.
Uses of eccentric reducers:
- Keeping big pipes and small pipes together.
- Reducing noise and vibration at the same time.
- Requires less installation space.
- Absorbs pipe wall and fluid borne noise.
- Less turbulence or material entrapment.
- Reduces stress.
- Protects against start-up surges.
- Eliminates electrolysis.
- Filled eccentric reducers are used on slurry and abrasive applications which in turn prevent the collection of material that can settle in the arches