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What is a pipe reducer?

A pipe reducer supplier is a type of fitting used in plumbing and piping systems to connect pipes of different sizes or diameters. It is designed to reduce the diameter of the pipe from a larger size to a smaller size (concentric reducer) or increase the diameter from a smaller size to a larger size (eccentric reducer).

Pipe reducers are available in various materials such as stainless steel, carbon steel, brass, PVC, and copper, depending on the application and requirements of the plumbing or piping system. They are commonly used in industrial, commercial, and residential plumbing installations to accommodate changes in pipe sizes, connect different piping materials, and optimize fluid flow within the system.

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The Benefits of Using Pipe Reducers in Plumbing Systems

 

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Grades in Pipe Reducer

⇒ ASTM A403 WP Gr. 304 Pipe Reducer

⇒ASTM A403 WP Gr 304H Pipe Reducer

⇒ASTM A403 WP Gr 309 Pipe Reducer

⇒ASTM A403 WP Gr 310 Pipe Reducer

⇒ASTM A403 WP Gr 316 Pipe Reducer

⇒ASTM A403 WP Gr 316L Pipe Reducer

⇒ASTM A403 WP Gr 317L Pipe Reducer

⇒ASTM A403 WP Gr 321 Pipe Reducer

⇒ASTM A403 WP Gr 347 Pipe Reducer

⇒ASTM A403 WP Gr  904L Pipe Reducer

⇒ASTM A 234 WPB Pipe Reducer

⇒ASTM A 234 WPBW Pipe Reducer

⇒ASTM A 234 WPHY 42 Pipe Reducer

⇒ASTM A 234 WPHY 46 Pipe Reducer

⇒ASTM A 234 WPHY 52 Pipe Reducer

⇒ASTM A 234 WPH 60 Pipe Reducer

⇒ASTM A 234 WPHY 65 Pipe Reducer

⇒ASTM A 234 WPHY 70 Pipe Reducer

⇒ASTM A420 WPL3 Pipe Reducer

⇒ASTM A420 WPL6 Pipe Reducer

⇒ASTM / ASME A/SA 234 Gr. WP 1 Pipe Reducer

⇒ASTM / ASME A/SA 234 Gr. WP 5 Pipe Reducer

⇒ASTM / ASME A/SA 234 Gr. WP 9 Pipe Reducer

⇒ASTM / ASME A/SA 234 Gr. WP 11 Pipe Reducer

⇒ASTM / ASME A/SA 234 Gr. WP 12 Pipe Reducer

⇒ASTM / ASME A/SA 234 Gr. WP 22

⇒ASTM / ASME A/SA 234 Gr. WP 91

⇒ASTM A 815 Pipe Reducer

⇒ASME SA 815 UNS NO S31803 Pipe Reducer

⇒ASME SA 815 UNS NO S32205 Pipe Reducer

⇒Werkstoff No. 1.4462 Pipe Reducer

⇒ASTM / ASME SB 336 UNS 2200 ( NICKEL 200 )

⇒ASTM / ASME SB 336 UNS 2201 (NICKEL 201 )

⇒ASTM / ASME SB 336 UNS 4400 (MONEL 400 )

⇒ASTM / ASME SB 336 UNS 8020 ( ALLOY 20 / 20 CB 3

⇒ASTM / ASME SB 336 UNS 8825 INCONEL (825)

⇒ASTM / ASME SB 336 UNS 6600 (INCONEL 600 )

⇒ASTM / ASME SB 336 UNS 6601 ( INCONEL 601 )

⇒ASTM / ASME SB 336 UNS 6625 (INCONEL 625)

⇒ASTM / ASME SB 336 UNS 10276 ( HASTELLOY C 276 )

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Understanding Pipe Reducers in Plumbing and Piping Systems

In plumbing and piping systems, pipe reducers play a crucial role in connecting pipes of different sizes or diameters. These fittings are essential for ensuring smooth fluid flow, accommodating changes in pipe sizes, and optimizing system performance.

Types of Pipe Reducers

  • Concentric Reducers:

Concentric reducers feature a symmetrical design, where both ends are aligned and centered along the same axis. They reduce the diameter of the pipe uniformly from one end to the other. Concentric reducers are commonly used when the goal is to decrease the pipe size gradually without causing turbulence or pressure drop in the fluid flow.

  • Eccentric Reducers:

Eccentric reducers have an asymmetrical  design, with one end positioned off-center compared to the other end. This results in an offset reduction or increase in pipe diameter. Eccentric reducers are often utilized in pipelines where it’s necessary to prevent air, sediment, or other materials from getting trapped in the system, ensuring efficient flow and operation.

Materials and Construction

Pipe reducers are available in various materials to suit different applications and environments. Common materials include stainless steel, carbon steel, brass, PVC, and copper. The choice of material depends on factors such as fluid compatibility, temperature, pressure, and corrosion resistance requirements.

Application

Pipe reducers find widespread use in industrial, commercial, and residential plumbing installations. Some common applications include:

  • Connecting pipes of different sizes within a plumbing or piping system.
  • Transitioning between piping materials, such as joining steel pipes to copper pipes.
  • Accommodating changes in flow requirements, such as reducing pipe diameter to match a specific flow rate.
  • Mitigating pressure drop and turbulence in fluid flow by gradually reducing or increasing pipe size.

Benefits of Using Pipe Reducers

  • Optimized Fluid Flow: Pipe reducers ensure smooth and efficient fluid flow by matching pipe sizes and minimizing turbulence.
  • Versatility: They provide flexibility in plumbing and piping systems, allowing for easy adaptation to changing requirements.
  • Prevention of Trapping: Eccentric reducers help prevent the accumulation of air, sediment, or debris in pipelines, maintaining system performance.
  • Enhanced System Performance: By optimizing pipe sizes and flow characteristics, pipe reducers contribute to improved system efficiency and longevity.

Specifications

Outside Diameter:Seamless Pipe Tee ( 1/2″~24″), ERW / Welded / Fabricated Pipe Tee (1/2″~48″)
Types:Concentric Reducers, Eccentric Reducers
Wall Thickness:3mm – 40mm / SCH5, SCH10, SCH20, SCH30, SCH40, STD, SCH80, XS, SCH60, SCH80, SCH120, SCH140, SCH160, XXS
Value Added Services:Hot Dipped Galvanizing, Epoxy & FBE Coating, Electro Polish, Sand Blasting, Threading, Soldering
Production Grades:Stainless Steel, Alloy Steel, Duplex, Nickel Alloys, Low temperature Steel, Carbon Steel, Cupro Nickel

Manufacturing Standards

ASME:ANSI B16.9, ANSI B16.28, MSS-SP-43
DIN:DIN2605, DIN2615, DIN2616, DIN2617, DIN28011
EN:EN10253-1, EN10253-2
ASTM A403 – ASME SA403Standard Specification for Wrought Austenitic Stainless Steel Piping Fittings
ASME B16.9Factory-Made Wrought Fittings Buttwelding
ASME B16.25Buttwelding Ends
ASME B16.28Wrought Steel Short Radius Elbows and Buttwelding Returns
MSS SP-43Wrought and Fabricated Butt-Welding Fittings for Low Pressure, Corrosion Resistant Applications

Pipe Reducer Material Grades

Stainless Steel Pipe ReducerASTM A403 WP Gr. 304, 304H, 309, 310, 316, 316L, 317L, 321, 347, 904L
Carbon Steel Pipe ReducerASTM A 234 WPB , WPBW, WPHY 42, WPHY 46, WPHY 52, WPH 60, WPHY 65 & WPHY 70.
Low Temperature Carbon Steel Pipe ReducerASTM A420 WPL3, A420 WPL6
Alloy Steel Pipe ReducerASTM / ASME A/SA 234 Gr. WP 1, WP 5, WP 9, WP 11, WP 12, WP 22, WP 91
Duplex Steel Pipe ReducerASTM A 815, ASME SA 815 UNS NO S31803, S32205. Werkstoff No. 1.4462
Nickel Alloy Pipe ReducerASTM / ASME SB 336 UNS 2200 ( NICKEL 200 ), UNS 2201 (NICKEL 201 ), UNS 4400 (MONEL 400 ), UNS 8020 ( ALLOY 20 / 20 CB 3, UNS 8825 INCONEL (825), UNS 6600 (INCONEL 600 ), UNS 6601 ( INCONEL 601 ), UNS 6625 (INCONEL 625), UNS 10276 ( HASTELLOY C 276 )

Why Platinex for Pipe Reducer?

Pipe reducers are essential components in piping and piping systems because they enable seamless connections between pipes of different sizes and efficient fluid flow. Whether it’s reducing pressure drop, accommodating changes in flow requirements, or preventing trapping, our pipe reducers have won approvals of major end users in India and overseas.