Carbon Steel Butt Weld Tees
A carbon steel butt-weld tee is an equal tee joined by butt welding to take a branch of the same size from a steel pipeline.
It is used at manifold outlets, fire line branches and steam distribution. It is supplied in SCH40 wall thickness in 12 sizes from 1/2″ to 8″.
Main Applications
- Manifold and distributor outlets
- Fire line branches
- Steam distribution lines
- Heating riser connections
- Pump group distribution
- Process water branches
Technical Data
| Fitting type | Butt-weld equal tee |
|---|---|
| Material | Carbon steel, grade depending on model |
| Wall thickness | SCH40 (product range) |
| Sizes | 1/2″, 3/4″, 1″, 1 1/4″, 1 1/2″, 2″, 2 1/2″, 3″, 4″, 5″, 6″, 8″ (product range) |
| Connection | Butt weld |
| Branch of a different size | With a butt-weld reducing tee |
| Manufacturer standards | DIN, EN, ANSI, JIS (manufacturer information) |
| Working pressure | Depending on wall thickness and material grade |
Material Options
| Part | Carbon steel (standard wall) | Carbon steel (SCH40) | Stainless (AISI 304) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Body | Carbon steel, grade depending on model | Carbon steel, grade depending on model | AISI 304 stainless steel |
| Wall thickness | Pipe series standard wall (depending on model) | SCH40 | Depending on model |
| Surface | Black or oiled (depending on model) | Black or oiled (depending on model) | Uncoated stainless |
| Welding | Stick or TIG/MIG | Stick or TIG/MIG | Stainless electrode / TIG |
| Suitable media | Heating water, fire water, air | Steam, high-pressure lines | Food, chemicals, seawater |
Which material? An SCH40 butt-weld tee is used with pipe of the same SCH value; if the pipe has standard wall, the wall difference should be assessed before welding.
Advantages
Branch in One Piece
- Smoother flow than cutting a hole and welding
SCH40 Strength
- Wall suited to steam and pressurised lines
12 Sizes
- From 1/2″ to 8″
Integrates by Welding
- Works as one piece with the line
Construction and Design Features
- Three weld ends of the same size
- SCH40 wall thickness
- Ends ready for butt welding
- Seamless or welded body (depending on model)
Send the tee size and quantity; we will confirm SCH40 butt-weld tees from stock.
How to Choose?
- Determine the pipe sizeMeasure the main line size in inches or mm.
- Match the wall thicknessChoose an SCH40 tee if the pipe is SCH40.
- Check the branchUse a reducing tee if the branch is smaller.
- Plan the weldingCheck the weld end preparation of pipe and tee.
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