From the heart of Hamilton’s industrial landscape, Latham Steel has built a strong reputation for reliability and expertise in the steel sector. We are your trusted local partner for high-quality carbon steel components, specialising in the supply of A234 WPB pipe fittings. Our commitment goes beyond just inventory; we provide robust solutions backed by deep technical knowledge, ensuring your projects, whether local or international, are supported with the dependable service and premium materials that have become our hallmark.
Carbon Steel A234 WPB pipe fittings are defined by a specific chemical composition that primarily includes carbon, manganese, and silicon, offering a great balance of strength and manufacturability. This blend gives these fittings impressive mechanical properties, including a high tensile strength and good yield strength, which allows them to withstand significant pressure and stress. They are designed to perform reliably in demanding environments, making them a go-to choice for robust piping systems that require durability without the need for stainless grades.
| Specification | ASTM A234 / ASME SA234 |
| Dimensions | ASME/ANSI B16.9, ASME B16.28, MSS-SP-43 |
| Size | 1/2″ NB to 24″NB in. |
| Type | Seamless / Welded / Fabricated |
| Thickness | Sch 5s, Sch 10s, Sch 40s, Sch 80s, Sch 160s, Sch XXS |
| Surface Treatment | Rust-proof black oil or hot galvanized, Transparent oil |
| Bending Radius | R=1D, 2D, 3D, 5D, 6D, 8D, 10D or Custom |
| Grade | C | Mn | P | S | Si | Cr | Mo | Ni | Cu | V | Nb |
| WPB | 0.3 | 0.29-1.06 | 0.05 | 0.058 | 0.1min | 0.4 | 0.15 | 0.4 | 0.4 | 0.08 | 0.02 |
| Tensile Requirements | WPB | WPC |
| Tensile Strength, min, ksi[MPa] | 60-85 [415-585] | 70-95 [485-655] |
| Yield Strength, min, ksi[MPa] | 32 [240] | 40 [275] |
| Pipe | Fittings | Flanges | Valves | Bolts & Nuts |
| A106 Gr B | A234 Gr WPB | A105 | A216 Gr WCB | A193 Gr B7 A194 Gr 2H |
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
| Minimal Pipe Size | O.D. | 90° Elbows | 45° Elbows | 180° Returns | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (inches) | LR | SR | LR | LR | ||||
| (Millimetre) | (inch) | Center to Face (inch) | Center to Face (inch) | Center to Face (inch) | Radii (inch) | Center to Center (inch) | Back to face (inch) | |
| 1/2 | 21.3 | 0.840 | 1 1/2 | – | 5/8 | 2 | 1 7/8 | |
| 3/4 | 26.7 | 1.050 | 1 1/8 | – | 7/16 | 2 1/4 | 1 11/16 | |
| 1 | 33.4 | 1.315 | 1 1/2 | 1 | 7/8 | 3 | 2 3/16 | |
| 1 1/4 | 42.2 | 1.660 | 1 7/8 | 1 1/4 | 1 | 3 3/4 | 2 3/4 | |
| 1 1/2 | 48.3 | 1.900 | 2 1/4 | 1 1/2 | 1 1/8 | 3 | 4 1/2 | 3 1/4 |
| 2 | 60.3 | 2.375 | 3 | 2 | 1 3/8 | 4 | 6 | 4 3/16 |
| 2 1/2 | 73.0 | 2.875 | 3 3/4 | 2 1/2 | 1 3/4 | 5 | 7 1/2 | 5 3/16 |
| 3 | 88.9 | 3.500 | 4 1/2 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 9 | 6 1/4 |
| 3 1/2 | 101.6 | 4.000 | 5 1/4 | 3 1/2 | 2 1/4 | 7 | 10 1/2 | 7 1/4 |
| 4 | 114.3 | 4.500 | 6 | 4 | 2 1/2 | 8 | 12 | 8 1/4 |
| 5 | 141.3 | 5.563 | 7 1/2 | 5 | 3 1/8 | 10 | 15 | 10 5/16 |
| 6 | 168.3 | 6.625 | 9 | 6 | 3 3/4 | 12 | 18 | 12 5/16 |
| 8 | 219.1 | 8.625 | 12 | 8 | 5 | 12 | 24 | 16 5/16 |
| 10 | 273.1 | 10.750 | 15 | 10 | 6 1/4 | 15 | 30 | 20 3/8 |
| 12 | 323.9 | 12.750 | 18 | 12 | 7 1/2 | 18 | 36 | 24 3/8 |
Latham Steel is a top manufacturer and supplier of high-quality Carbon Steel A234 WPB Pipe Fittings products in Hamilton, New Zealand. Specializing in steel solutions, we provide a wide range of products, including Carbon Steel, Alloy Steel, Mild Steel and Galvanized Steel. Our offerings include Pipes, Tubes, Flanges, Pipe Fittings, Forged Fittings, Sheets and Plates. Known for our reliable delivery and superior customer service, we are committed to offering top-tier steel materials that ensure durability and performance across a wide range of industrial applications. We strive to meet the highest standards, making us a trusted partner for all your steel needs.
The versatility of Carbon Steel A234 WPB pipe fittings makes them a fundamental component across numerous industries. You will commonly find them connecting pipes in critical systems for oil and gas transmission, power generation plants, and petrochemical refineries. They are equally essential in industrial processing for water, steam, and other fluids where high-pressure and high-temperature service is a regular demand. Their reliable performance under stress ensures the integrity and safety of piping networks that form the backbone of modern infrastructure and manufacturing.
Latham Steel is a leading manufacturer, supplier and exporter of high-quality Carbon Steel, Alloy Steel, Mild Steel and Galvanized Steel products. Our extensive product range includes Pipes, Tubes, Flanges, Pipe Fittings, Forged Fittings, Sheets and Plates, catering to various industries in Hamilton, New Zealand.
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