International Standards:

  • ASME B16.9(U.S. Standard):Class 150, 300, 600, 900, 1500, 2500​
  • EN 10253-1/2(European Standard): PN6 to PN100.
  • JIS B2311(Japanese Industrial Standard):5K to 40K
  • GOST 17378-2001(Russian/CIS Standard): 0.1 MPa to 25 MPa
  • SABS 1123(South African Standard): PN6 to PN25.
  • DIN 2616 : PN6 to PN40.
  • BS 1965(British Standard): PN6 to PN40.

 

Pros:

  • ​Smooth Flow Transition​​: Symmetrical design reduces turbulence and pressure drop.
  • ​Uniform Stress Distribution​​: Ideal for vertical pipelines with minimal risk of cavitation.
  • ​Space Efficiency​​: Requires less space compared to eccentric reducers in vertical installations.
  • ​Material Compatibility​​: Available in carbon steel, stainless steel, alloy, and plastic.
  • ​Ease of Installation​​: Butt-weld ends ensure strong, leak-proof connections.

Cons:

  • Sediment Accumulation​​: Not suitable for horizontal pipelines carrying solids; use eccentric reducers instead.
  • ​Higher Cost​​: Seamless reducers (e.g., ASTM A234) are more expensive than welded versions.
  • ​Limited Flexibility​​: Cannot compensate for misalignment between pipes.
  • ​Pressure Limitations​​: Threaded reducers are restricted to low-pressure systems.
  • ​Fabrication Complexity​​: Precision machining required for large diameter ratios.

Description

A ​​Concentric Reducer​​ is a pipe fitting used to connect two pipes of different diameters along the same centerline. It has a symmetrical conical shape, gradually reducing the pipe size while maintaining a uniform flow path. This design minimizes turbulence and is ideal for vertical pipelines or systems requiring smooth flow transition.

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