For over [number] years, Latham Steel has been a trusted name in Hamilton, providing robust and reliable solutions for New Zealand’s most demanding industries. We take pride in supplying high-performance materials like Alloy Steel WP22 Pipe Fittings, engineered to excel where ordinary components fall short. Our commitment is to deliver more than just a product; it’s about providing the durable, dependable backbone for the critical systems that power our nation’s growth and infrastructure, right from the heart of the Waikato.
The strength of WP22 fittings comes from a carefully balanced composition, primarily chromium and molybdenum. This specific alloy blend gives the material its signature resilience against intense heat and pressure. In practical terms, this means the fittings maintain incredible strength and resist deformation even when exposed to the high temperatures commonly found in power generation and refining processes, ensuring long-term integrity and safety in the most challenging environments.
Specifications : ASTM A234 / ASME SA234
Dimensions : ASME/ANSI B16.9, ASME B16.28, MSS-SP-43
Size : 1/8” NB TO 48” NB. (Seamless & 100% X-Ray Welded, Fabricated)
Type : Seamless / Welded / Fabricated
Bending Radius : R=1D, 2D, 3D, 5D, 6D, 8D, 10D or Custom
Thickness : Sch 5s, Sch 10s, Sch 40s, Sch 80s, Sch 160s, Sch XXS
| Grade | C | Mn | Si | S | P | Cr | Mo |
| A234 WP22 | 0.05-0.15 | 0.3-0.6 | ≤0.5 | ≤0.04 | ≤0.04 | 2-2.5 | 0.87-1.13 |
| Grade | Tensile Strength (Mpa) | Yield Strength (Mpa) | Elongation % |
| A234 WP22 | 415-585 | ≥205 | ≥20 |
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
You’ll typically find our Alloy Steel WP22 fittings hard at work in the heart of industrial plants, forming essential connections in high-temperature piping systems. They are crucial for conveying steam, oil, and gas in power stations, refineries, and petrochemical facilities. Their ability to withstand extreme heat and pressure makes them a go-to choice for critical applications where failure is not an option, ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the machinery that drives essential industries across New Zealand and beyond.
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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