Elbow LR vs. SR
Elbow LR vs. SR
(OP)
hello,
I think the better option is long raduis elbow,because reduce pressure loss . But why we use of short raduis elbow ?
Thanks for your comments
I think the better option is long raduis elbow,because reduce pressure loss . But why we use of short raduis elbow ?
Thanks for your comments





RE: Elbow LR vs. SR
RE: Elbow LR vs. SR
Short radius elbows are used in places where the piping designer has limited space...
Because they cost more, have a higher pressure drop and "stress intensification factor" ( see ASME B31.1) nobody likes them.
If you see a short radius ell on a drawing, it should be obvious, from the geometry of the application, why it is necessary. If it is there without an obvious reason, you probably have an inexperienced piping designer....
My thoughts only....
MJC
RE: Elbow LR vs. SR