Gap of 1.6 mm in socket welding
Gap of 1.6 mm in socket welding
(OP)
When realizing socket welding according to ASME VIII or B31.1/31.3, gap of 1.6 mm (0.06") had to be maintained. Ac tually we do it by inserting a plastic plug but it is not practical for equipment intended for special application. If someone know how to do it cheaply. What is avalaible in market to do this ?
Thank you in advance (M.A., Belgium)
Thank you in advance (M.A., Belgium)





RE: Gap of 1.6 mm in socket welding
Good lucky
Let me know if you obtain answer.
regards
Jorge
RE: Gap of 1.6 mm in socket welding
I highly recommend using the Gap-Alets that Tecnico1948 suggests. I originally introduced them at my plant site in 1988 and now my former (I'm retired) chemical company (second largest in the world) has included them without substitution in all of their global pipe specs for many years. thumbsup2
Seldom
"There's no such thing as a welding problem, there are only welding puzzles of assorted sizes!"
RE: Gap of 1.6 mm in socket welding
Thank you tecnico1948 and Seldom.
Yes, I found the pages that you indicate me and we plan to follow up.
Thank you again
RE: Gap of 1.6 mm in socket welding
Of course, appropriate QA/QC must be performed to ensure these gaps all end up in there...