ASME B16.11 | Forged Socket Weld Full Couplings | Class 3000–9000 | NPS 1/8–4
Elite is a manufacturer and supplier of Forged Socket Weld Full Couplings manufactured in accordance with ASME B16.11. Socket Weld Full Couplings are forged fittings used to permanently connect two small-bore pipes or tubes with socket-weld connections at both ends.
The full coupling provides a compact and strong connection while maintaining a smooth and reliable piping configuration. They are widely used in process piping, oil & gas, petrochemical, chemical, power generation, instrumentation, pharmaceutical and other industrial applications.
Elite supplies Socket Weld Full Couplings in Class 3000, Class 6000 and Class 9000 pressure ratings and in a wide range of carbon steel, stainless steel, alloy steel, duplex, nickel alloy, copper-nickel, titanium and special alloy materials.
| Parameter | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Product | Socket Weld Full Coupling | |
| Standard | ASME B16.11 | |
| Size Range | NPS 1/8" to 4" | |
| Pressure Classes | Class 3000 / 6000 / 9000 | |
| Form | Full Coupling / Reducing Coupling | |
| Connection | Socket Weld × Socket Weld | |
| Construction | Forged | |
| Material | Carbon Steel / Stainless Steel / Alloy Steel / Duplex / Nickel Alloy / Special Alloy | |
| Heat Treatment | As required by applicable material specification | |
| Inspection | Visual, Dimensional, PMI and other tests as specified | |
| Marking | Standard and customer-specific marking | |
| Documentation | MTC, inspection reports and certificates as required | |
| Standards Note | ||
| ASME B16.11 is the primary standard for dimensions, ratings, tolerances, marking and material requirements for forged socket-welding fittings. | ||
| For Socket Weld Full Couplings, the applicable pressure classes are generally Class 3000, Class 6000 and Class 9000. Class 2000 is not included, as it is associated with threaded forged fittings rather than socket-weld fittings. | ||
| Other standards may apply to specific materials, inspection requirements or project specifications. | ||
| Product Type | Available Options |
|---|---|
| Forged Socket Weld Full Coupling | ASME B16.11 Socket Weld Full Coupling |
| Socket Weld Full Coupling | Forged Full Coupling |
| Class 3000 Socket Weld Full Coupling | Class 6000 Socket Weld Full Coupling |
| Class 9000 Socket Weld Full Coupling | Stainless Steel Socket Weld Full Coupling |
| Carbon Steel Socket Weld Full Coupling | Alloy Steel Socket Weld Full Coupling |
| Duplex Steel Socket Weld Full Coupling | Super Duplex Socket Weld Full Coupling |
| Copper-Nickel Socket Weld Full Coupling | Nickel Alloy Socket Weld Full Coupling |
| Hastelloy Socket Weld Full Coupling | Inconel Socket Weld Full Coupling |
| Titanium Socket Weld Full Coupling | Special Alloy Socket Weld Full Coupling |
| Reducing Socket Weld Coupling | Custom Socket Weld Coupling |
Stainless Steel Forged Socket Weld Full Coupling:
ASTM A182 F304, F304L, F304H, F316, F316L, F316H, F316Ti, F316LN, F317, F317L, F321, F321H, F347, F347H, F309S, F309H, F310S, F310H, F904L and other applicable stainless steel grades.
Duplex & Super Duplex Steel Forged Socket Weld Full Coupling:
ASTM A182 F51, F53, F55; UNS S31803, S32205, S32550, S32750, S32760, S32950 and other applicable duplex grades.
Carbon Steel Forged Socket Weld Full Coupling:
ASTM A105 / A105N, ASTM A350 LF2, LF3 and other applicable carbon steel forging grades.
Alloy Steel Forged Socket Weld Full Coupling:
ASTM A182 F1, F5, F9, F11, F12, F22, F23, F91, F92 and other applicable alloy steel forging grades.
Copper & Copper-Nickel Forged Socket Weld Full Coupling:
ASTM/ASME SB111, SB466; UNS C10100, C10200, C10300, C10800, C12000, C12200, C70600 Cu-Ni 90/10 and C71500 Cu-Ni 70/30.
Nickel Alloy Forged Socket Weld Full Coupling:
ASTM/ASME SB160, SB163, SB336, SB366, SB407, SB564; UNS N02200 Nickel 200, N02201 Nickel 201, N04400 Monel 400, N05500 Monel K500, N08020 Alloy 20, N08825 Inconel 825, N06600 Inconel 600, N06601 Inconel 601, N06625 Inconel 625 and N10276 Hastelloy C276.
Titanium & Special Alloy Forged Socket Weld Full Coupling:
Titanium grades, corrosion-resistant alloys, high-temperature alloys and other specialty materials available according to project requirements.
Elite Socket Weld Full Couplings are available in various configurations to meet different piping requirements:
Elite can provide Socket Weld Full Couplings manufactured according to project-specific requirements, including:
Elite Socket Weld Full Couplings are manufactured using controlled forging and machining processes to provide dimensional accuracy, mechanical integrity and reliable service performance.
Manufacturing and quality control may include:
Inspection and documentation can be provided according to project and customer requirements, including:
Elite manufactures and supplies:
Elite Socket Weld Full Couplings are suitable for a wide range of industrial applications:
When requesting a quotation, please provide:
Nominal Pipe Size (NPS)
Pressure Class
Material Grade
Full or Reducing Coupling
Socket Weld Connection
Applicable Standard
Quantity
Inspection Requirements
Documentation Requirements
Special Project Requirements
Example
2″ Class 6000 Socket Weld Full Coupling, ASTM A105N, Forged Construction, ASME B16.11, Socket Weld × Socket Weld, EN 10204 3.1.
