Bushing issues
Bushing issues
(OP)
My pipefitter has issues with using bushings. I've heard of others not liking the practice of using bushings, but no one can explain why. The only thing I've been able to find is that the lack of "meat" in a bushing doesn't lend much confidence to it's pressure rating. My feeling is if a reputable company is willing to stamp it with a pressure rating, there should be no issues. Any thoughts?





RE: Bushing issues
RE: Bushing issues
When I worked in a plant in the early 1970's we used bushings when necessary for small bore connection issues. Since then I have heard that bushings were not acceptable. I used a bushing last year on a UK device with straight threads to match nominal pipe threads in a nearly atmospheric application. My suggestion would be to avoid bushings when possible.
RE: Bushing issues
Now, if you go out in the field you will run across them. Most of the time in a utility service, but not always..... The maintance people like to work by their own rules.