About Long Radius Bend
| Thickness | as per std / customize / requirement |
| Size | 3 inch, 2 inch, 1 inch, 3/4 inch, 1/2 inch |
| Application | Structure Pipe, Plumbing Pipe, Gas Pipe, Chemical Handling Pipe |
| Usage/Application | as per std / customize / requirement |
| Surface Finish | Brushed, Anodized, Finished Polished, Mill Finished, Sand Blasted |
| Head Code | Square, Hexagon |
| Type | as per std / customize / requirement |
| Product Type | Elbow, Seamless, Welded, as per std / customize / requirement as per std / customize / requirement |
| Connection | as per std / customize / requirement |
| Elbow Bend Angle | as per std / customize / requirement |
| Grade | as per std / customize / requirement |
| Material Grade | as per std / customize / requirement |
| Diameter | as per std / customize / requirement |
| Material | as per std / customize / requirement |
Long Radius Bend
Range :
2"NB TO 18"NB IN SCH: 20, 40, STD, 60, 80, XS, 100, 120, 140, 160, XXS available with NACE MR 01-75
Type
SEAMLESS / WELDED/ FABRICATED
Long Radius Bend
- Long Radius Bend
- Industrial Long Radius Bend
- Piggable Bend
- Induction Bend
- Bend with Radius R=3D, 5D, 6D, 8D, 10D & 20D.
- Minimum wall thinning rate and ovality
- No wrinkles
Stainless Steel Bend
Standard : ASTM / ASME A/SA 403 GR WP "S" "W" " WX"
Grade : 304, 304L, 304H, 309S, 309H, 310S, 310H, 316, 316TI, 316H, 316L, 316LN, 317, 317L, 321, 321H, 347, 347H, 904L
Duplex Steel Bend
Standard : ASTM / ASME SA 815
Grade : UNS NO.S 31803, S 32205.
Carbon Steel Bend
Standard : ASTM A 234 WPB /MSS-SP-75
Grade : WPBW, WPHY 42, WPHY 46, WPHY 52, WPH 60, WPHY 65 & WPHY 70.
Low Temperature Carbon Steel Bend
Standard : A420 WPL3/A420 WPL6
Alloy Steel Butt Weld Bend
Standard : ASTM / ASME A/SA 234
Grade : WP 1, WP 5, WP 9, WP 11, WP 12, WP 22, WP 23, WP 91.
Other
Customized Bend as Per Drawings
Test Certificate
Manufacturer Test Certificate as per EN 10204 / 3.1
Exceptional Material and Grade SelectionChoose from premium stainless steel, mild steel, carbon steel, and alloy steel, suitable for projects demanding high durability and strength. Material grades range from 304, 316, 410, IS 2062, ASTM A234 WPB, and more, ensuring adaptability for varying industrial needs and compliance with international standards.
Thorough Inspection and Quality AssuranceEach long radius bend is subjected to 100% radiography, ultrasonic, and hydrostatic testing, guaranteeing conformity to client specifications and industry standards. Rigorous inspections assure performance under challenging pressure and temperature conditions, thereby protecting critical pipeline systems.
Versatile Manufacturing ProcessesWe utilize mandrel bending, hot induction bending, and cold bending methods to achieve precise long-radius corners and perfect surface finish. This flexibility enables production of elbows with multiple diameters, thicknesses, and custom lengths, suiting specialized pipeline layouts and configurations.
FAQs of Long Radius Bend:
Q: How are long radius bends manufactured for optimal quality and strength?
A: Long radius bends are produced using advanced processes like mandrel bending, hot induction bending, and cold bending. These methods uphold dimensional accuracy and structural integrity, while rigorous testingradiography, ultrasonic, or hydrostaticensures all pieces meet strict industrial standards.
Q: What applications and industries benefit most from these long radius bends?
A: These bends are ideal for oil & gas, chemical, water supply, petrochemical, power plant, and general process industries. Their resistance to corrosion and heat, along with a broad range of material grades, make them vital for transporting fluids and gases under varying environmental and pressure conditions.
Q: When should a customized bend angle or special end type be selected?
A: Custom angles or end types (plain or beveled) should be chosen when pipeline design requires non-standard alignment or specific connection requirements, optimizing flow direction and installation efficiency in complex piping networks.
Q: Where are these products dispatched from, and how is packaging handled?
A: Long radius bends are dispatched from ports specified by the buyer, ensuring logistical convenience. Multiple packaging options such as robust wooden boxes, bubble wrapping, or bespoke safe packaging are employed to prevent transit damage and maintain quality.
Q: What are the advantages of selecting a long radius bend over a short radius bend?
A: Long radius bends reduce pressure drop, improve flow efficiency, and minimize turbulence within pipelines, which is especially important for high-velocity or corrosive flows, thus prolonging pipeline lifespan and reliability.
Q: How does the product ensure compatibility with different pipeline standards and project requirements?
A: Products conform to leading global standards (ASME, ASTM, DIN, JIS, IS, GOST), accommodate diameters from 1/2 inch to 36 inch, and can be tailored for custom radius, thickness, and surface finishes, ensuring seamless fitment and regulatory compliance.