Branch outlet fittings are essential components in piping systems for industries like oil and gas, power plants, and chemical facilities. On this page, we’ll cover everything you need to know about branch fittings, including their types, technical specifications, and applications.
M.E.G.A. S.p.A. is renowned for its multi-technological capabilities and high-performance manufacturing, managing the entire production cycle of branch fittings efficiently, from forging to final testing and certification. Among the various branch outlet fittings, the MEGALETS series stands out as self-reinforced outlets that connect at 90° angles to the main pipeline.
These fittings provide technical, economic, and technological advantages by reducing welding time, material usage, and offering easier non-destructive testing.
These fittings are ideal for creating branch connections at a 90° angle. The SW (Socket Weld) version comes with a pocket for welding, the NPT (National Pipe Thread) variant allows for threaded connections. Additionally, G. CIL (cylindrical gas) and BSPT (British Standard Pipe Taper) finishes are available, offering compatibility for various piping standards and secure, leak-resistant connections.
Megalets BW (Butt Weld) fittings are used in high-pressure systems to form 90° branch connections. The beveled end ensures a secure, durable connection to the header pipe.
Designed for installations on both long-radius and short-radius elbows, Elbowmegalets BW facilitate branch connections where the main pipe curves. These come with a beveled end, enabling a butt-weld connection.
Similar to the BW type, Elbowmegalets SW/NPT differ in their connection methods. The SW variant uses a socket weld, while the NPT variant features a threaded connection, and the BSPT variant offers a tapered thread for secure, leak-resistant connections.
Ideal for creating 90° branch connections, these fittings are available in both socket weld and threaded configurations. The SW variant includes a pocket for secure welding, while the NPT (National Pipe Thread) type provides a threaded connection for quick installation.
Latromegalets BW are designed for butt-weld connections, featuring a beveled edge that ensures a strong, reliable bond, suitable for high-pressure environments. These fittings are built for durability and stability in demanding applications.
M.E.G.A.’s fittings offers significant advantages over traditional branch fittings, including:
MEGALETS branch outlet fittings are manufactured in a wide range of materials, including:
These materials ensure optimal performance in industries that require resistance to high pressure, temperature, and corrosive environments.
All branch outlet fittings produced by M.E.G.A. S.p.A. are fully compliant with major industry certifications, including ASME B31.1, B31.3, B31.4, and B31.8, ensuring the highest standards of safety and reliability in various applications.
Selecting the appropriate branch outlet fitting is crucial for ensuring the safety and efficiency of your piping system. Start by determining the main pipeline's size and material and matching it with the appropriate branch fitting type. Consider factors like:
Branch fittings play an essential role in various industries by providing secure, reinforced connections in piping systems. Some key applications include:
Branch fittings, particularly those used in subsea pipelines, withstand extreme pressures and temperatures, ensuring safe and reliable connections for transporting crude oil and natural gas.
In conventional and nuclear power plants, branch fittings create efficient piping networks for circulating steam, water, and fuel, with butt weld fittings preferred for high-pressure environments.
These fittings handle aggressive chemicals and fluctuating temperatures, ensuring safe transfer systems within chemical plants.
Branch outlet fittings made from corrosion-resistant materials are crucial in subsea installations, where pipelines must endure high pressure and harsh environments.
