{"id":151,"date":"2022-01-21T10:24:50","date_gmt":"2022-01-21T10:24:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kalikundsteel.com\/blog\/?p=151"},"modified":"2022-01-28T11:34:30","modified_gmt":"2022-01-28T11:34:30","slug":"what-you-need-to-know-about-forged-threaded-fittings","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kalikundsteel.com\/blog\/threaded-fittings\/what-you-need-to-know-about-forged-threaded-fittings\/","title":{"rendered":"What You Need To Know About Forged Threaded Fittings"},"content":{"rendered":"
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What is a forged threaded joint fitting?<\/h2>\n

\u00a0Forged Threaded 45 degree Elbow\u00a0claim to be one of the oldest types of forged fittings that have been used for ages. Threaded fittings are used for piping applications where pipes have smaller bore and diameter. The ideal nominal diameter of the pipe using threaded fitting should be around 2 NPS or smaller.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

What are the benefits of using threaded forged fittings?<\/p>\n

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  1. The use of Forged Threaded 45 degree Elbow<\/a><\/strong> means a reduced number of types of equipment.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. Using threaded fittings ensures a reduced number of joints.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Numerous pieces of equipment can be joined easily using a male or female thread.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  4. There is no need for any special piece of equipment to install a threaded fitting.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Here are a few essential tips one should keep in mind while installing forged threaded fittings:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    1. Always use a male PVC thread in the female threads. Doing the reverse of this process might cause the pipe to split.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
    2. Always wind the thread tape in the same direction as the thread. This ensures a safe and durable seal.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
    3. Do not use hemp on threads. Hemps expand when they come in contact with water. This can result in the breakage of the pipe.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Uses of forged threaded fittings<\/h3>\n

      One thing to always remember is that forged threaded fittings are not suitable for high-pressure applications.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

      Thus, these are the common applications that use Forged threaded fittings:<\/p>\n