Name: Pipe Fittings Elbow
Brand: Hind Carbon Alloys
Availability: InStock
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Question 1

What is the primary function of an elbow pipe fitting?

Accepted Answer

Elbow pipe fittings are used to change the direction of fluid or gas flow in a piping system.

Question 2

What are the different types of elbow connections?

Accepted Answer

Common connection types include threaded, welded (buttweld and socket weld), flanged, and solvent cemented.

Question 3

What is the difference between long radius (LR) and short radius (SR) elbows?

Accepted Answer

Long radius elbows have a smoother bend (1.5 times the pipe diameter) and reduce pressure drop, while short radius elbows have a tighter bend (equal to the pipe diameter) and are used in confined spaces.