Situated in the heart of Hamilton, Latham Steel has built a reputation as a trusted name in industrial supply, known for combining local expertise with global standards. Our Carbon Steel F42 Forged Fittings are a perfect example of this commitment, engineered to meet the rigorous demands of various sectors. We take pride in offering durable, reliable components that form the backbone of critical infrastructure, ensuring our clients receive quality they can count on for their most challenging projects right here from New Zealand.
The composition of Carbon Steel F42 is carefully balanced, primarily iron and carbon, with additions of manganese and silicon to enhance its characteristics. This mix gives these fittings their notable strength and reliable performance under pressure. They are designed to be tough and resistant to wear, making them a practical choice for creating secure, long-lasting connections in piping systems where integrity is non-negotiable.
Standard :Ā ASTM A694 / ASME SA 694
Dimensions :Ā ASME/ANSI 16.11, MSS SP-79, 83, 95, 97, BS 3799
Size :Ā 1/8″ NB to 4″ NB
Type :Ā Socketweld Fittings, Screwed-Threaded Fittings (NPT or PT Type)
Rating Pressure :Ā Threaded End – 2000 /3000/ 6000 LBS. Socket-weld End – 3000 / 6000/ 9000 LBS.
| Grade | C | Si | Mn | P | S | Mo | Ni | Cr | Cu | V | Nb |
| F42 | 0.13-0.20 | 0.20-0.40 | 1.20-1.60 | ā¤ 0.030 | ā¤ 0.020 | – | ā¤ 0.30 | ā¤ 0.30 | ā¤ 0.25 | – | – |
| Grade | Yield Strength, Min (KSI ) | Tensile Strength, Min (KSI) |
| A694 | 42 | 60 |
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
| ASME B16.11 | Factory-Made Wrought Socketweld Fittings | CS F42 Forged Screwed Elbows, Street Elbow, Carbon Steel F42 Screwed Unequal Tee, Steel Straight Tee, Carbon Steel F42 Reducing Coupling, Carbon Steel F42 Hex Plug, Forged Straight Tees, Socket Weld Pipe Cap, Forged Pipe Cap, Equal Crossess, CS F42 Threaded Bushing, Carbon Steel F42 Screwed Caps, Swedge Nipples |
| MSS-SP-79 | standard Practice covers ratings, tolerances, finish, dimensions, marking and material requirements for socket-welding | Carbon Steel F42 Barrel Nipples, CS F42 Forged Threaded Boss, Carbon Steel F42 Forged Hex Head Bull Plugs |
| MSS-SP-83 | Forged and Fabricated Socket-Welding Fittings for Low Pressure, Corrosion Resistant Applications | Carbon Steel F42 High Quality Socket weld 90Ā° Elbow, Straight and Reducing-on-the-Tees, Forged 45Ā° Short Radius Elbow, CS F42 caps, 3000LB Socket Weld Cross |
| MSS-SP-95 | Integrally Reinforced Forged Fittings ā Socket Welding, Threaded, and Buttwelding Ends | CS F42 Socket weld Long Radius 90 Degree Elbows, Reducing Nipple, Socketweld Bushing, Threaded Plug, End Pipe caps, Carbon Steel F42 Coupling |
When it comes to practical use, Carbon Steel F42 Forged Fittings are the go-to component for high-pressure environments. You’ll find them forming essential connections in oil and gas pipelines, power generation facilities, and chemical processing plants. Their robust nature makes them suitable for everything from large-scale industrial machinery to the structural supports in heavy manufacturing. Essentially, they are used anywhere a strong, dependable seal is needed to safely contain fluids or gases under significant stress, ensuring system-wide reliability.
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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