Latham Steel, proudly operating from the industrial heart of Hamilton, New Zealand, stands as your trusted partner for robust and reliable piping solutions. We are pleased to supply high-performance Carbon Steel WPHY 56 Pipe Fittings, engineered to meet the stringent demands of modern industrial infrastructure. Our commitment is to provide local industries with quality components that ensure durability and safety in critical applications, backed by our dedication to Kiwi craftsmanship and dependable service. When you choose Latham Steel, you’re choosing fittings built for New Zealand’s toughest challenges.
Carbon Steel WPHY 56 Pipe Fittings are defined by their impressive strength, achieved through a specific composition that balances carbon with elements like manganese and silicon. This mix gives these fittings a minimum yield strength of 56,000 psi, making them significantly stronger than standard carbon steel options. They are designed to maintain this toughness even in challenging environments, offering excellent performance under high pressure and stress. This blend of durable materials and superior mechanical properties makes them a go-to choice for demanding systems.
| Specifications | ASTM A860/ ASME SA860 |
|---|---|
| Grade | API 5L X56 |
| Dimension | ASME/ ANSI B16.9 | ASME B16.28 | MSS-SP-43 | BS1560 | BS4504 | BS10 |
| Thickness of Fitting | SCH10, SCH 20, SCH30, STD SCH40, SCH80, SCH60, XS, SCH100, SCH 120, SCH140, SCH 160, XXS available with NACE MR 01-75 |
| Size Range | Seamless Butt-Weld Fitting: From 1/2″ – 10″ Welded ButtWeld Fitting: From 1/2″ – 48″ |
| Bending Radius | Radius=1 D, 2D, 3 D, 5D, 6D, 8 D, 10D |
| Types | Welded | Seamless | Fabricated |
| Process of Manufacturing | Push, Press, Cast, Forge. |
| Grade | Cr | C | Cu | Mn | Cb | S | P | V | Si | Ni | Mo | Ti |
| A860 WPHY 52 Fitting | 0.30 | 0.20 | 0.35 | 1.00-1.45 | 0.06 | 0.03 | 0.01 | 0.10 | 0.15-0.40 | 0.50 | 0.25 | 0.05 |
| Fittings Element | Tensile Strength | Elongation | Yield Strength (0.2%Offset) |
| X56 | 515-690 | 28 % | 66 |
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
| Nominal Pipe Size | Outside Diameter | Caps | Straight Tees | Straight Crosses | Stub Ends | |||
| inch | mm | inch | Length (inch) | Center to End (inch) | Center to End (inch) | Lap Diameter (inch) | Long Length (inch) | Short Length (inch) |
| 1/2 | 21.3 | 0.840 | 1 | 1 | – | 1 3/8 | 3 | 2 |
| 3/4 | 26.7 | 1.050 | 1 | 1 1/8 | – | 1 11/16 | 3 | 2 |
| 1 | 33.4 | 1.315 | 1 1/2 | 1 1/2 | 1 1/2 | 2 | 4 | 2 |
| 1 1/4 | 42.2 | 1.660 | 1 1/2 | 1 7/8 | 1 7/8 | 2 1/2 | 4 | 2 |
| 1 1/2 | 48.3 | 1.900 | 1 1/2 | 2 1/4 | 2 1/4 | 2 7/8 | 4 | 2 |
| 2 | 60.3 | 2.375 | 1 1/2 | 2 1/2 | 2 1/2 | 3 5/8 | 6 | 2 1/2 |
| 2 1/2 | 73.0 | 2.875 | 1 1/2 | 3 | 3 | 4 1/8 | 6 | 2 1/2 |
| 3 | 88.9 | 3.500 | 2 | 3 3/8 | 3 3/8 | 5 | 6 | 2 1/2 |
| 3 1/2 | 101.6 | 4.000 | 2 1/2 | 3 3/4 | 3 3/4 | 5 1/2 | 6 | 3 |
| 4 | 114.3 | 4.500 | 2 1/2 | 4 1/8 | 4 1/8 | 6 3/16 | 6 | 3 |
| 5 | 141.3 | 5.563 | 3 | 4 7/8 | 4 7/8 | 7 5/16 | 8 | 3 |
| 6 | 168.3 | 6.625 | 3 1/2 | 5 5/8 | 5 5/8 | 8 1/2 | 8 | 3 1/2 |
| 8 | 219.1 | 8.625 | 4 | 7 | 7 | 10 5/8 | 8 | 4 |
| 10 | 273.1 | 10.750 | 5 | 8 1/2 | 8 1/2 | 12 3/4 | 10 | 5 |
| 12 | 323.9 | 12.750 | 6 | 10 | 10 | 15 | 10 | 6 |
Latham Steel is a top manufacturer and supplier of high-quality Carbon Steel WPHY 56 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 resilience of Carbon Steel WPHY 56 Pipe Fittings makes them indispensable across a wide range of sectors. They are a common sight in high-pressure oil and gas pipelines, power generation plants, and petrochemical facilities where their strength is paramount. You’ll also find them forming the backbone of large-scale industrial plumbing, structural supports, and in major processing plants right here in New Zealand. Essentially, wherever a system requires fittings that can reliably handle intense pressure and harsh conditions, WPHY 56 is the proven and trusted solution.
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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