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resizing bridle connection from 3/4" to 2"

resizing bridle connection from 3/4" to 2"

resizing bridle connection from 3/4" to 2"

(OP)
hello,

i would like to inquire what is the best practice to re-size a bridle connection from 3/4" to 2". the main bridle size is 2", SS316, 2mm wall thickness. is it advisable to cut the 3/4" weld-o-let and replace it with 2" weld-o-let or to install a 2" equal tee in place? our subcontractor prefer to use the weldolet... i couldn't find a reference in b31.3 for this application... can you help?

thanks a lot in advance

RE: resizing bridle connection from 3/4" to 2"

I don't know about others but I am having trouble understanding your question.
Could you please include a sketch or photo with a description of what you mean.

Sometimes its possible to do all the right things and still get bad results

RE: resizing bridle connection from 3/4" to 2"

whats a bridle connection?

and welding a weldolet on a 2" 2mm thickk pipe is a very bad idea. it will banana-warp the pipe instantly (due to excessive heat input in 316) and leave you with an 'elbow' you dont need.

RE: resizing bridle connection from 3/4" to 2"

What type of instrumentation is on this bridle, plus size and connection type? FYI ...At 2" it's a push as to if the connection is welded or threaded ...normally.

RE: resizing bridle connection from 3/4" to 2"

(OP)
thank you all for your help; we opted to go with the tee as a replacement of the weldolet. appreciate your help

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