At Exotic Metals LLP our Pipe Fittings are the primary components used to change direction, branch off, or change pipe diameters in large-scale industrial systems. Unlike forged fittings which are typically for small-bore pipes, buttweld fittings are designed for "butt-welding" directly to the pipe end. This creates a continuous, smooth-bore connection that minimizes pressure drops and prevents the turbulence or "dead zones" often found in threaded or socket-weld systems.
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Processed at room temperature through a die, cold-drawn bars offer significantly higher tensile and yield strength. They feature a smooth, scale-free "Bright" finish and superior dimensional accuracy, making them.
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These are hot-rolled bars that have had their outer skin removed through a turning process. This eliminates surface defects and ensures a uniform diameter, making them ideal as a precursor for high-quality precision grinding.
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Used to create a 90-degree branch from the main run. Reducing tees allow the branch to have a smaller diameter than the main header, maintaining pressure balance across the system.
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Available in Long Radius (LR) and Short Radius (SR). LR elbows (where the radius is 1.5 times the diameter) are the industry standard for minimizing friction and wear.
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Reducers (Concentric & Eccentric)
Concentric Reducers: Maintain the centerline of the pipe; used in vertical lines. Eccentric Reducers: Maintain a "flat side" (bottom or top); critical for horizontal suction lines to prevent air pockets (cavitation) in pumps.
