The ASME/ANSI B16.36 Orifice Welding Neck (WN) flange is a specialized flange designed for precise flow measurement in piping systems. It includes a bored center to accommodate an orifice plate, which measures the flow rate of fluids, gases, or steam. The welding neck design provides a secure connection and optimal stress distribution, making it ideal for high-pressure and high-temperature applications in industries such as oil and gas, chemical processing, and power generation.
Material Specifications:
Orifice WN flanges are available in a variety of materials to meet operational demands:
- Carbon Steel: ASTM A105, A350 LF2
- Stainless Steel: ASTM A182 F304, F316, F321
- Alloy Steel: ASTM A182 F11, F22
- Nickel Alloys: Inconel, Monel, Hastelloy
- Duplex Stainless Steel: ASTM A182 F51, F53
Material selection ensures compatibility with the process conditions, including pressure, temperature, and corrosive environments.
Key Features:
- Integrated Orifice Plate Slot: Allows precise flow measurement and monitoring.
- Welding Neck Design: Ensures secure attachment and minimizes mechanical stress.
- Pressure Class: Available in Classes 150 to 2500 for diverse system requirements.
- Customizable: Can accommodate various orifice plate sizes and configurations.
- Standards Compliance: Manufactured according to ASME/ANSI B16.36 and B16.5 specifications for dimensional accuracy and reliable performance.
Applications:
- Oil & Gas: Flow measurement in pipelines and processing plants.
- Chemical Processing: Monitoring the flow of chemicals in high-pressure systems.
- Power Generation: Flow control in steam and cooling water systems.
- Petrochemical Industry: Accurate flow measurement in refining processes.
- Water Treatment: Measuring flow rates in large-scale water distribution systems.
