MSS SP-97 -2012

Integrally Reinforced Forged

Branch Outlet Fittings Socket Welding, Threaded,
and Buttwelding Ends

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

PAGE

SECTION
2
3
4
5
6
7

SCOPE ..................................................................................................................................................... 1
SERVICE DESIGNATION ..................................................................................................................... 1
SIZE ......................................................................................................................................................... 2
MARKING .............................................................................................................................................. 2
MATERIAL ............................................................................................................................................. 2
DESIGN AND DIMENSION .................................................................................................................. 3
TESTS ..................................................................................................................................................... 3

TABLE

2
3
4
5
6
7
A2
A3
A4
A5
A6
A7

Correlation of Fittings Class with Schedule Number or Wall

Designation of Run Pipe for Calculation of Ratings ............................................................................... 1
90 Branch Outlets - Buttwelding. U.S. Customary Units .................................................................... ..4
90 Branch Outlets - Threaded. U.S. Customary Units .......................................................................... 5
90 Branch Outlets - Socket Welding. U.S. Customary Units ................................................................ 6
45 Branch Outlets - Buttwelding. U.S. Customary Units ...................................................................... 7
45 Branch Outlets - Threaded, U.S. Customary Units .......................................................................... 8
45 Branch Outlets - Socket Welding. U.S. Customary Units ................................................................ 9
90 Branch Outlets - Buttwelding. SI (Metric) Units ........................................................................... 10
90 Branch Outlets- Threaded, SI (Metric) Units ............................................, ................................... 11
90 Branch Outlets - Socket Welding. SI (Metric) Units ...................................................................... 12
45 Branch Outlets - Buttwelding. SI (Metric) Units ........................................................................... \3
45 Branch Outlets - Threaded, SI (Metric) Units ................................................................................ 14
45 Branch Outlets- Socket Welding. SI (Metric) Units ...................................................................... 15

FIGURE
Fitting Consolidation Gap Allowance ..................................................................................................... 2

ANNEX

A SI (Metric) Tables A2 through A7 ......................................................................................................... 10

B Design Proof Test .................................................................................................................................. 16
C Referenced Standards and Applicable Dates ......................................................................................... 17

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INTEGRALLY REINFORCED FORGED BRANCH OUTLET FITTINGS SOCKET WELDING, THREADED, AND BUTTWELDING ENDS

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2. SERVICE DESIGNATION

J.1

This Standard Practice covers essential

dimensions, finish, tolerances, testing,
marking, material, and minimum strength
requirements for 90 and 45 degree integrally
reinforced forged branch outlet fittings of
buttwelding, socket welding, and threaded
types.

2.1 These fittings are designated by their

size, type, and class, as shown in Table I.
2.2 Design temperature and other service
conditions shall be limited as provided by the
applicable piping code or regulation for the
material of construction of the fitting. Within
these limits, the maximum allowable pressure
of a fitting shall be that computed for straight
seamless run pipe of equivalent material (as
shown by comparison of composition and
mechanical properties in the respective
material specifications). The wall thickness
used in such computation shall be that
tabulated in ASME 836.1 OM for the size and
applicable schedule of pipe reduced by
applicable manufacturing tolerances and other
allowances (e.g., threaded allowances).

1.2 Fittings manufactured to this Standard

Practice are designed to make a fully
reinforced branch connection in accordance
with applicable piping code requirements,
when attached, at an opening in a run pipe by
means of a full penetration weld.
1.3 Fittings may be made to special
dimensions, size, shape, tolerances, or of other
wrought material by agreement between the
manufacturer and the purchaser.

1.4 Standard Units Tables 2 through 7

show the fitting's dimensional requirements in
customary units or inches (decimal). Tables
A2 through A7 show the fitting' s dimensional
requirements in SI (metric) units (e.g.,
millimeters). The values stated in either
customary or SI (metric) units are to be
regarded separately as the Standard. Within
the body text, the SI (metric) units are shown
in parenthesis. Combining values from the two
systems may result in non-conformance with
the Standard Practice. The values stated in
each option are not exact equivalents;
therefore, each measurement system must be
used independently of the other.

2.3 Any corrosion allowance and any

variation in allowable stress due to
temperature or other design factors shall be
applied to the pipe and fitting alike. The pipe
wall thickness corresponding to each Class of
fitting, for rating purposes only, is shown in
Table I.

TABLE 1
Correlation of Fittings Class with Schedule Number or

Wall

of Run

for Calculation of Ratings

NPS 1/8-24
Extra Strong
NPS 112-6
Schedule 160
3000
NPS 1/8-4
Extra Strong
NPS 112-2
160
Note: (a) The use of run or branch pipe wall thickness either thinner or thicker than shown in Table 1
constitutes a deviation from this Standard Pmctice and is provided for in Section 1.3.

Extra Strong
Schedule 160

Buttwelding
Buttwelding
Threaded & Socket Welding

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c) C/flSS The Fitting Class "STD"

(Standard), "XS" (Extra Strong), "SCH 160"
(Schedule
160), "3000" or "6000".
Alternatively, the designation 3M or 6M, as
applicable, may be used where "M" stands
for 1,000.

3. SIZE
3.1 The 90 and 45 degree branch outlet sizes
considered in this Standard Practice are shown
in Table I. Size on size fittings shall be
limited to outlet sizes NPS 112 (ON 15) and
larger.

d) Size The nominal size of the pipe that

the fitting's marking identifiesRun (or consolidated range)
NPS (ON) x Outlet NPS (ON).

3.2 The run (header) pipe size is limited

only by the pipe size range listed for each type
fitting class.
3.3 The manufacturer has the option to
consolidate run sizes for a given branch size
for economic reasons, provided the designated
consolidation gap distance between the run
pipe radius and the fitting inlet radius does not
exceed 1116" (1.6 mm). See Figure I.
4.

e) SP 97 This marking indicates compliance

wah MSS SP97.
4.3 Where size and shape of fittings do not
permit all of the above markings, they may be
omitted in the reverse order given above.

MARKING

5. MATERIAL

4.1 Each fitting shall be permanently

marked with the required identification by
raised lettering, and/or by stamping. electroetching or vibro tool.

5.1 The material for fittings, under this Standard

Practice, shall consist of forging. bar, and
seamless .tubular products. 1be materials shall
conform to the requirements of the WP Grade
seamless construction materials in ASTM Fitting
Specifications A234/A234M, A403/A403M,
A420/A420M, or A815IA815M; or the ASTM
Specifications
AI051AI05M,
Forging
AI 821AI 82M, or A3501A350M.

4.2 The marking shall include (but it is not

limited to) the following:

a) Mflnu!flcturer's nflme or trfldemflrk.

b) Mflterifl/ Identijicfltion The material
shall be identified in accordance with the
marking requirements of the applicable
ASTM Specifications, including Heat
Identification.

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5.2 All other forging, bar,' and seamless

tubular products listed in ASME B 16.34 Table
I; including the applicable "notes" of ASME
B 16.34 Table I, Table 2, or Appendix VII
tables, may be used.

1/18 Max.
(1.6 mm)

CONTOUR
RADIUS

RUN RADIUS
CONTOUR
RADIUS

_
....

RUN RADIUS

SKIRT GAP

CROTCH GAP

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FIGURE 1
Fitting Consolidation Gap Allowance
(Illustrative Only)
Applicable to 90 and 45 Branches
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6.4 Socket Weld Socket Weld fittings shall

meet the minimum socket depth. minimum
socket wall thickness and socket diameter of
ASME B 16.11 for the appropriate class.

6. DESIGN AND DIMENSION

6.1 A run pipe having a branch connection is

weakened by the opening made in it The
branch connection must reinforce the opening
and restore the original strength of the run
pipe. It is the intent of this Standard Practice
that these integrally reinforced branch outlet
fittings and the deposited weld metal used to
attach the fittings to run pipes contain all the
reinforcement required by the applicable
pressure vessel or piping codes without the
addition of saddles or pads.

6.5 The contour weld bevel angle on the

longitudinal section of the fittings shall be a
minimum of 35 degrees. The weld bevel angle
on the transverse section of the fitting is based
on the manufacturer's specification.
7. TESTS

7.1 Hydrostatic testing of wrought fittings is

not required by this Standard Practice. All
fittings shall be capable of withstanding.
without
leakage
or
impairment
of
serviceability. a pressure equal to that
prescribed in the applicable code or
regulation for seamless pipe of equivalent
material and schedule listed in Table I.

6.1.1 The adequacy of the design of branch

connection fittings may be established by
mathematical analyses contained in pressure
vessel or piping codes. or. at the
manufacturer's option. by proof testing in
accordance with Section 7 and Annex B.
Records of design or proof tests shall be
available at the manufacturer's facility for
inspection by the purchaser.

7.2 Proof testing is not required, but when

performed to meet the requirements of Section
6.1.1. the testing shall be conducted in
accordance with Annex B.

6.1.2 The pressure vessel or piping codes

referred to in Section 6.1.1 permit a variety of
attachment welds for these fittings. Typical
branch attachments are shown in ASME
B31.1 and B31.3.
6.1.3 Fittings shall be contoured to provide
a good fit at the opening in the run pipe. The
run attachment weld bevel angle design will
vary with the size and type of fitting and with
the manufacturer. The size of the run opening
is dependent on the manufacturer's
specification.

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6.2 Buttwelding Buttwelding end finishes

shall comply with the standard welding bevel
and root face of ASME BI6.25.

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6.3 Threads Threads in threaded fittings

ASME
B 1.20.1
shall
comply with
requirements for NPT.
6.3.1 The minimum wall thickness at the
root of the thread at the hand tight plane shall
be equal to or greater than the nominal wall
of the pipe schedule for the appropriate
fitting class. as shown in Table I.

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TABLE 2
90 Branch Outlets - Buttweldlng, U.S. Customary Units

I
Dimensions are in inches.
Outlet
(NPS)

StaDdard
ReduclDg
1/8
0.62
1/4
0.62
3/8
0.75
0.75
112
0.88
3/4
1.06
1
1.25
14
1~
1.31
2
1.50
1.62
2~
3
1.75
1.88
3A
4
2.00
2.25
5
2.38
6
2.75
8
10
3.06
12
3.38
14
3.50
16
3.69
18
3.81
20
4.00
24
4.56
.03 In.
Tolerances. I:t, - J~.
1 - 4 .06 in.
5 -12 .12 in.
14 -24 .19 in.

Full

0.75
0.88
1.06
1.25
1.31
1.50
1.62
1.75
2.00
2.00
2.25
2.38
2.75
3.06
3.38
3.50
3.69
4.06
4.62
5.38

A
(Face of FlItID& to Crotch)
Extra StroDg
Full
ReduciDg
0.62
0.62
0.75
0.75
0.75
0.88
0.88
1.06
1.06
1.25
1.25
1.31
1.31
1.50
1.50
1.62
1.62
1.75
1.75
1.88
2.00
2.00
2.00
2.25
2.25
3.06
3.06
3.88
3.88
3.69
3.50
4.06
3.94
3.94
4.12
4.18
4.44
4.38
4.69
4.69
5.00
5.50
5.50

Schedule 160
Full
ReduciD&

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1.12
1.25
1.50
1.75
2.00
2.18
2.44
2.88

3.31
3.69
4.12

3.31
3.69
4.12

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1.25
1.50
1.75
2.00
2.18
2.44
2.88

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TABLE 3

90 Branch Outlets - Threaded, U.S. Customary Units

NPT THREADS PER B1.20.1

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Dimensions are in inches.

Outlet
(NPS)
118
114
3/8
112

3/4
1
1:1,
1 :-'2
2
2:-',
3
4
Tolerances:

A Nom.
(Face of FlttiDg to Crotch)
Threaded
Class 6000
Class 3000
0.75
0.75
0.81
1.25
1.00
1.44
1.06
1.56
1.31
1.62
1.31
1.69
1.38
2.06
1.50
1.81
2.00
2.25

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1- 4 .06in.

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TABLE 4
90 Branch Outlets - Socket Welding, U.S. Customary Units

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Oude!
(NPS)

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CMaL

BMln.()

118
0.38
114
0.38
0.38
318
112
0.38
314
0.50
1
0.50
1
0.50
1'1,
0.50
2
0.62
2'1,
0.62
3
0.62
0.75
4
Note: (a) "B" Minimum Socket Depth per ASME BI6.1\

v.

Class 3000

o_6000

0.41
0.41
0.50
0.63
0.63
0.88
0.88
0.94
0.94
1.00
1.19
1.19

0.94
1.00
1.13
1.19
1.25
1.44

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TABLES
45 Branch Outlets - Buttwelding, U.S. Customary Units

i are

A
(TOpOl

Outlet
(NPS)

to Run Pipe)

lilt.nA -r<\ 1 Extra

A Min.

A Max.
I
I.
I.

.500

2.750
3.500

1/4

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1'2

~.87S

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TABLE 6
45 Branch Outlets - Threaded, U.S. Customary Units

I are

(ToP of:

Outlet
(NPS)

Class 1000 A
1----:-:7-+----'A7.MiJ1.
A MaL
1/4
1500
I~
.500
..681

in inches.

A
: to RUD PI~
Class ~ 000 A
A MiD.
A.M!'L

1.531

1.87~S_-I
.&ll.

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.125
2.106
2. iOO
3.100

.50(

:.406
1.001
1.001

3.31

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3 .~

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TABLE 7
45 Branch Outlets - Socket Weldin&. U.S. Customary Units

are in inches.

A
Outlet
(NPS)

1/4
3/8
112
3/4
I

(Top or I'ImDI to RUD Pipe)

BMin.(a)

~.

1.3
1.3

~3000

ClusliOOO

AI

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.750
:.000
00

.8
.1
t.41

IV.

:.s()
0.50
0.62
.00
Note: (8) "B" Minimum Socket Depth per ASME B16.11
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2

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ANNEXA
SI (Metric) Tables A2 through A7
TABLEA2
90 Branch Outlets - Buttwelding, SI (Metric) Units

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A

Dimensions are in millimeters.

A

Oudet

(Fa~e

Oudet
(NPS)

of Flttioa to Crot~bl
Extra StroOI
Red.clog
Fun
15.7
15.7
19.1
19.1
19.1
22.4
22.4
26.9
26.9
31.8
31.8
33.3
33.3
38.1
38.1
41.1
41.1
44.4
44.4
47.8
50.8
50.8
50.8
57.2
57.2
77.7
77.7
98.6
98.6
93.7
88.9
103.1
100.1
100.1
104.6
112.8
106.2
111.2
119.1
127.0
119.1
139.7
139.7

Staodard
(DN)
Reducblg
F.n
lIB
15.7
6
1/4
15.7
8
10
3/8
19.1
112
19.1
IS
19.1
20
3/4
22.4
22.4
25
26.9
26.9
I
31.8
31.8
32
IY.
40
33.3
33.3
I Y2
50
2
38.1
38.1
41.1
41.1
65
2'h
44.4
80
3
44.4
90
3Y.
47.8
50.8
50.8
100
4
50.8
125
5
57.2
57.2
ISO
6
60.4
60.4
200
8
69.8
69.8
250
10
77.7
77.7
12
85.9
300
85.9
350
14
88.9
88.9
400
16
93.7
93.7
450
18
96.8
103.1
20
500
101.6
117.3
600
24
115.8
136.6
Tolerances: 6 - 20 0.8 mm
25-100 1.6mm
125-300 3.2mm
350 - 600 4.8 mm

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28.4

31.8
38.1
44.4
50.8
55.4
62.0
73.2

31.8
38.1
44.4
50.8
55.4
62.0
73.2

84.1
93.7
104.6

84.1
93.7
104.6

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ANNEX A (Continued)

SI (Metric) Tables A2 through A7

TABLEA3

90" Branch Outlets - Threaded, SI (Metric) Units

NPT THREADS PER 81.20.1

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Dimensions are in millimeters

Outlet

(DN)
6
S
10
15
20
25
32
40
50
65
SO
100
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A Nom.
(Face of FittiDI! to Crotch)
Threaded
Class 3000
Class 6000
19.0
19.0
20.6
25.4
31.S
26.9
36.6
39.6
33.3
33.3
4 1.1
35.0
42.3
52.3
3S.1
46.0
50.S
57.2

Outlet
(NPS)

",

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liS
114
3/S
112
3/4

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2

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3
4

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ANNEX A (Continued)

SI (Metric) Tables A2 througb A7

TABLEA4

90 Brancb Outlets - Socket Welding, SI (Metric) Units

L,----

-.7

"'-

O.det
(DN)

Oudet
(NPS)

B MiII.()

6
118
9.5
8
9.5
114
3/8
9.5
10
112
9.5
15
20
3/4
12.5
12.5
25
I
32
12.5
IX.
I Y,
40
12.5
50
16.0
2
65
16.0
2~
80
16.0
3
4
19.0
100
Note: (a) "B" Minimum Socket Depths per ASME B16.11

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Dimensions are in millimeters

CMaL
Class 3000
Class 6000
11
11

13
16
16
23
23
24
24
26
31
31

24
26
29
31
32
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A NNEX A (Continued)

SI (Metric) Tables Al through A7

TABLEA5

45 Braoch Outlets - Buttweldlog. SI (Metric) Uoits

Dimensions are in millimeters

Oudet

A
(Top of FJttiJIg to R8D Pipe)

(ON)

StaDdard I Extra StroDI

8
10
15
20
25
32
40
50

AMiD.
38.1
38.1
38.1
44.5
54.0
54.0
63.5
73.0

A MaL
42.9
42.9
42.9
50.8
65.1
65.1
69.9
88.9

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ANNEX A (Continued)

SI (Metric) Tables A2 through A7

TABLEA6
45 Branch Outlets - T hreaded, SI (Metric) Units

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Dimensions are in millimeters
A
(Top of Fittiug to RUB Pipe)

Outlet

(DN)
8
10

IS
20
25
32
40

SO

Clau3000

AMiD.
38. 1
38.1
38.1
46.0
54.0
61.1
63.5
76.2

Clau6000

AMu.
42.9
42.9
44.5
50.8
63.5
76.2
76.2
84.1

AMiD.
38.9
38.9
46.0
54.0
61. 1
65.1
78.6
78.6

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47.6
47.6
55.6
63.5
73.0
77.8
85.7
104.8

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ANNEX A (Continued)

SI (Metric) Tables A2 through A7

TABLEA7

45 Branch Outlets - Socket Welding, SI (Metric) Units

Dimensions are in millimeters

A

Outlet
(DN)

B Min.(I)

(Top of Fitting to Run Pipe)

Class 6000

Class 3000

A Min.
A Max.
9.5
38.1
42.9
8
9.5
42.9
10
38.1
IS
9.5
38.1
44.5
20
12.5
46.0
50.8
54.0
25
12.5
63.5
12.5
61.1
76.2
32
40
12.5
63.5
76.2
SO
16.0
76.2
84.1
..
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38.9
46.0
54.0
61.1
65.1
78.6
78.6

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47.6
47.6
55.6
63.5
73.0
77.8
85.7
104.8

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ANNEXB
Design Proof Test
B I. Proof Test AdminisJ':I'Iion

Alternately, the test is considered successful if the

assembly withstands, without rupture, a test
pressure of 105 percent (105%) of the computed
test pressure defined above.

B 1.1
Proof tests shall be made as set forth
herein as evidence of the adequacy of branch
connections employing these outlet fittings.

B3. It is not necessary to conduct an individual test

of fittings in all combinations of sizes, wall thickness,
and pressute class. A successful proof test on one
prototype fitting may represent other similarly
proportioned fittings to the extent described herein.

B2. Proof Test Procedure

B2.l Fittings selected for testing shall be
representative of production fittings, shall be
identified as to material, grade, and class, and shall
be inspected for compliance with this Standard
Practice.

B3.l A successful test on a full size fitting may be

used to quality other full sized fittings no smaller
than one-half nor larger than two-times the size of
the test fitting.

B2.2 Run and branch pipe sections, assembled

with a fitting for test, shall be of equivalent
material to the fitting and shall have nominal wall
thicknesses corresponding to the fitting in
accordance with Table 1, and shall meet all
requirements of the pipe specification.

B3.2 A successful test on a reducing fitting

qualifies:
B3.2.l All similar fittings of the same bnmch
pipe size which fit larger run pipes than the test
fitting.

B2.3 The test bnmch outlet fitting shall be welded

to the run pipe. The diameter of the bnmch opening
in the run pipe shall not be less than the inside
diameter of the bnmch pipe. The length of run pipe
on either side of the weld intersection shall be at
least twice the pipe outside diameter or a suitable
length to ensure the reinforcing effect of the weld
does not affect the proof test The bnmch outlet
pipe extension shall have a length at least twice its
diameter. The run pipe shall have a bursting
strength at least as great as the computed proof test
pressure as calculated in Section B2.4.

B3.2.2 All similar fittings with a bnmch pipe size

no smaller than one-half nor larger than two times
the test fitting provided the run pipe to branch
pipe size ratio is equal to or greater than the test
fitting.
B3.3 The untested fitting must have a bnmch pipe
tID ratio, not less than one-half, nor more than
three times the test fitting.
B3.4 The pre5Sute retaining capacity of a fitting
made of various grades of material with similar
mechanical properties will be essentially directly
proportional to the tensile properties of the various
grades. Hence it is necessary to test a prototype in
only a single grade to prove the geometric design
of fittings.

B2.4 Hydrostatic pressute shall be applied to the

assembly. The acrua1 test pressure prior to rupNre
must be at least equal to the computed proof test
pressure defined below:

P=2St
where:

The manufacNrer shall be able to demonstrate that

fittings prodllCed from materials with significantly
different mechanical properties (i.e., carbon vs.
stainless steel) are considered essentially
proportional to the tested grade, or additional
testing may be required.

P - Proof Test Pressure (PSig)

S - The acrua1 tensile strength of the run pipe to
be used, psi, (determined on a specimen
representative of the pipe)

B3.5 Proof tests which have been conducted prior

to the issuance of this Standard Practice, and that
are equivalent to the above requirements, shall be
considered as fulfilling the requirements of this
Standard Practice provided they are adequately
documented .

- Nominal run pipe wall thickness, inches

D - Specified outside diameter of the run pipe,

inches

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ANNEXC
Referenced Standards and Applicable Dates
This Annex is an integral part of this Standard Practice and is placed after main text for convenience.
Standard Name

Description

ASME; ANSIIASME
B1.20.1 -1983 (R2006)
B16.34-2009
B36.IOM-2004 (R2010)
BI6.11 -2011
B 16.25-2007
B31.\-2010
B31j-2010
ASTM

Pipe Threads, General Purpose (Inch)

Valves Flanged, Threaded and Welding End; including 2010 Supplement
Welded and Seamless Wrought Steel Pipe
Forged Fittings, Socket-Welding and Threaded
Buttwelding Ends
Power Piping
Process Piping
Standard Specification for:

A I05/AI05M- l la
AI82/AI82M- I la
A234/A234M-I la

A3501A350M-1I
A403/A403M-II
A4201A420M-lOa
A815/A815M-IOa

Carbon Steel Forgings for Piping Applications

Forged or RoHed Alloy and Stainless Steel Pipe Flanges, Forged Fittings, and
Valves and Parts for High-Temperature Service
Piping Fittings of Wrought Carbon Steel and Alloy Steel for Moderate and
High Temperature Service
Carbon and Low-AHoy Steel Forgings, Requiring Notch Toughness Testing
for Piping Components
Wrought Austenitic Stainless Steel Piping Fittings
Piping Fittings of Wrought Carbon Steel and Alloy Steel for LowTemperature Service
Wrought Ferritic, FerriticlAustenitic, and Martensitic Stainless Steel Piping
Fittings

The foHowing Organizations appear on the above list:

ANSI

American National Standards Institute, Inc.

25 West 43 ni Street, Fourth Floor
New York, NY 10036-7406

ASME

American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME International)

Three Park Avenue
New York, NY 10016-5990

ASTM

ASTM International
100 Bar Harbor Drive, P.O. Box C700
West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959

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(ANS11ppnrved ~ NadMW Staaclard)
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Prcuure Tatlna of Valva
Hlp PrcssUfe Chemical Industry Flanaes and lbrcadcd Stubs for Use with Lens Gaskets
BldlctfIy Volva
Hip Prasure BldlctfIy Volva with OffICI DcsJan
Pipe Hangen and Supports - Selection and AppUca&lon (ANSI..pproved America. Nadoul Sea.clanl)
Gray Iron Gate VDlva. FlIIf1pd and Threaded Ends
Oro)' Iron Swina Check VDlvCl. Filltged and Threaded Ends
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Socket WeldlllJ Rcduc:erlnsertl
Bronze Gate. Globe, Angle, tnd Check Valves
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Examinotlon Method
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Swqo(d) Nippl.. ond Bull Pi....
GuldeUnes on Tenninology for Volves and Flttlnp
IntepDlly Reinforced For;ed Branch Outlet Fialnp .. Socket Woldln" Threaded. and Bunwcldina Ends
ProtectiveCOGIlnp for the lntcriorofVolves. Hydnmtl. and Fhtinp
Instrument VDlves
QuoDfiCQ11on Requirements for Elastomer o;aphrqrnt fat Nuclear Service o;aphragrn Volves
(R 200 I) hitTum VDlvc Actuator Attachment .. Flanae ond DRvin, Component Dimensions and Performance Chamcteristlcs
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ConnectI,.Jalnll bctwccn ToppinaMachInes Iftd. Tapplna Valves
Conosion Ralu.tt Pipe Fitttnas Thtcadcd and Sockec WeldinaCla. ISO Ind 1000 (ANSI1PpromI Mteriela N.c&o.ol StaNard)
Excas Flow Valva, 1% NPS and Smaller. for Fuel Gas Sctvlce
Servk:ct-Linc Valves and Flttinp for Drinklna Wacet Systems
BcDaWi Seals for Globe and Gate Volves
Compact Steel Globe & Check Valva - Flanged, FlIIf1aoteu. Threaded & Weldina Ends (Chemical & Petroleum Rcnntty Servlc:e)
FactoryMade Wrought BeUed End Pipe Fitlinp for Sackcl.Weldina
Flexlble Gnaphite Packina System for RUlna SICIft Valvcs - Daian Requirements
Qualification T Cltlna Methods for Stem Packina fat RUina SICIft S&ecl Volves
Plastie Industrial 8411 Volves
(R 2006) NonFetrO\II Threaded and SoJder.Jalnt Union. fat Use with Copper WIterTube
Fabricated Tappina Sleeves
Gray Iron and Ductile Iron InUne. Sprinal.oAded, CenlCT GulcIed Check VDlva
SleeIInUnc Spring.Assistcd Center Guided Check Valves
Brxln,1Or PipillJ Systems Sei.smIcWIndDynarnic OctIan. Scle:ction. Application
Ductile Iron a.tc Volves
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