Titanium Weld Neck Flange
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Titanium Weld Neck Flange

Name: Weld Neck Flange
Short Name: WN flange
Materials: Titanium alloy
Standard: ASME B16.5,ASME B16.47
Place of Origin: Baoji, Shaanxi, China
Main Application: Industry
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Description

Technical Parameters

Production Description

 

 

Titanium Weld Neck Flange refers to WN flange and it is a high-integrity pipe connection component. It is designed for butt-welding to a pipe. Its excellent features, such as its long, tapered hub (neck), and it has smoothly transitions from the flange to the pipe wall. The neck transfers stress away from the weld joint, so it is ideal for high pressure/temp/cyclic loads. It is popularly applied in high-pressure, high-temperature, and critical service applications.

 

The Weld Neck Flange is the good choice for critical piping systems because of its robust design, which ensures maximum strength and sealing integrity under the harshest industrial conditions.

 

Core Structure & Features

 

 

  • It has a Long Tapered Hub and it spreads stress evenly, reduces stress concentration at the weld, and reinforces the joint.
  • It is a good Butt-Weld Connection and it requires a full-penetration weld, creating a seamless, high-strength bond between the flange and pipe.
  • It has Smooth Bore. The inner diameter matches the pipe's ID, minimizing flow turbulence and erosion.
  • The weld joint is far from the sealing face, protecting it from heat distortion during welding.

 

Common Types Of Titanium flanges

 

 

  • Weld Neck (WN): For high pressure/temperature, best fatigue resistance.
  • Slip-On (SO): Easy to install, for low-to-medium pressure.
  • Blind: For sealing pipe ends.
  • Threaded: For small diameters, non-weld assembly.
  • Socket Weld : For small-bore, high-purity systems.
  • Lap Joint: For easy alignment, paired with stub ends.
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Types of titanium flanges

 

Applications

 

 

  • It is used in upstream pipelines, refineries, offshore platforms in oil & gas field;
  • It usually used in boiler, steam, and feedwater lines in power generation;
  • It is applied in High-pressure reactors, heat exchangers in petrochemical;
  • It also can be used in transport of hazardous, toxic, or flammable fluids in chemical.

 

Compare to steel/stainless

 

 

Property

Gr2 Titanium

316L SS

Corrosion

Excellent

Good

Density

4.51 g/cm³

7.98 g/cm³

Strength

Moderate

Moderate

Weight

Lighter (40%)

Heavier

Cost

Higher

Lower

Lifespan

Longer

Shorter

 

Weld Neck vs. Slip-On Flange

 

 

Feature

Weld Neck (WN)

Slip-On (SO)

Weld Type

Butt Weld (full penetration)

Fillet Weld (inside & outside)

Hub

Long, tapered

Short or none

Stress Distribution

Excellent

Poor

Pressure Rating

High

Low-Medium

Cost

Higher

Lower

 

How to select?

 

 

Titanium weld neck flanges

Medium & temp:

Corrosion → Gr 2; high temp/pressure → Gr 5; severe crevice → Gr.7/12.

Pressure class: Match system rating.

Size & schedule: Match pipe OD & wall thickness.

Face type: RF (general); RTJ (high pressure/Class ≥600).

Standards: ASME B16.5, ASTM B381.

 

Why Choose us

 

Ruihang Group mainly produces Titanium and Titanium Alloy products with the complete industry chain,including smelting,forging, straightening,rolling,surface treating,testing process.We are a technology and innovation enterprise that integrates R&D, production and sales into one integrated system.

1.We have sufficient stock in the warehouse to promptly process customer orders.

2.By partnering with professional logistics companies at the port,we offer multiple delivery options to overseas customers.

3.We has obtained the EN ISO 9001:2015 and EN 9100:2018 certifications.

4.The high quality products and reputation of the company can be promised.

5.The complete after-sales service will be supplied.

ruihang group

 

FAQ About Titanium Weld Neck Flange

 

 

What industries use them?

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  • Offshore/Marine: Seawater, desalination.
  • Chemical/Petrochemical: Acids, chlorides, corrosive process fluids.
  • Power: Nuclear, thermal.
  • Pulp & Paper: Bleaching circuits.
  • Aerospace: High-performance hydraulic/propellant lines.

How to inspect & quality check?

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  • PMI: Verify grade (Gr.2/5).
  • Dimensional: Check neck taper, bore, face runout per ASME B16.5.
  • Surface: Ra 3.2–6.3μm (RF); no scratches/pits.
  • NDT: Ultrasonic (forgings) + RT/UT (welds).
  • Material certs: ASTM B381, heat test reports.

Key maintenance tips?

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  • Inspect: crevice corrosion, loose bolts, seal damage.
  • Clean: Use fresh water; avoid steel brushes.
  • Retorque: Follow bolt retorque schedules.
  • Avoid: Impact, scratch, or iron contact.

Why choose weld neck over other flanges?

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  • Strongest joint: Butt-weld → full penetration, highest integrity.
  • Stress distribution: Tapered neck reduces fatigue/cracking.
  • Best for critical: High pressure, temp, cyclic loads, corrosive media.
  • Leak resistance: Superior to slip-on/threaded.

Contact

 

 

Ruihang, as a direct factory of titanium products production, is specilized in R&D,production. The company is located in " China's Titanium Valley" , boosting the titanium industry in the world. If you have purchasing needs on hand, feel free to contact us: Sam.Rui@bjrh-titanium.com.

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