A234 bends are metal pipe fittings used to change the direction of carbon steel pipelines, also known as 90° elbows, right-angle bends, or "A234 bends".
Classification
By Angle: 45°, 90°, 180°
By Radius:
Long Radius (LR): R = 1.5D
Short Radius (SR): R = 1.0D
Manufacturing Processes
Hot Push Forming – Suitable for large-diameter thin-wall elbows, reducing equipment costs.
Stamping Forming
Welding
Casting
Connection Methods
Welding
Threaded (screwed)
Flanged
Fusion (hot-melt)
Pressure Ratings
Compliant with 17 U.S. standard specifications, ranging from Sch5s to XXS.
Specification
Types: 45 Degree Bends, 90 Degree Bends, 180 Degree Bends.
Radiuses: 3D Bends, 4D Bends, 5D Bends, 6D Bends, 7D Bends, 8D Bends, 10D Bends, etc.
Materials: Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel A234, A403, F304, F304L, F316 and F316L.
Manufacturing Standards: ANSI, ISO, JIS and DIN.
Wall Thickness: SCH 5-SCH 160.
Size: 1/2-72 Inch (DN15-DN1800).
