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Forged Swage Nipples

Forged Swage Nipples

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Introduction to Forged Swages

A swage nipple is a type of pipe reducer used to connect pipes of different diameters, typically in small-bore piping systems. Unlike standard reducers, swages are forged from solid bar or heavy-wall tubing, providing the thickness required for high-pressure transitions. They act as the bridge between pipe fittings and valves or instruments. At Jiangyin Xinyu, we produce both concentric and eccentric forged swages, ensuring smooth fluid transition without the turbulence associated with lower-quality fabricated parts.

Technical Features and Specifications

Swage nipples are defined by their end configurations and reduction ratio.

Feature Detail
Ends PBE (Plain Both Ends), TBE (Threaded Both Ends), BBE (Beveled Both Ends).
Standard MSS SP-95.
Materials A105, A350 LF2, F304L, F316L.

A "Concentric" swage aligns the centerlines of both pipes, ideal for vertical lines. An "Eccentric" swage keeps one side flat, preventing air pockets in horizontal liquid lines or water traps in steam lines. The forging process ensures that the internal taper is smooth and uniform, preventing localized erosion at the point of diameter change.

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Buying Tips for Flow Reducers

  • Wall Thickness (Schedule): You must specify the schedule for both ends (e.g., Sch 80 x Sch 40) to ensure the internal bore aligns with your piping.
  • End Combinations: Be specific about end types—many systems require a beveled end for welding and a threaded end for an instrument (BSE - Beveled Small End).
  • Overall Length: Ensure the swage nipple length meets your clearance requirements for insulation or tool access.

Advantages of Forged Swages

Advantage Operational Benefit
Pressure Integrity Handles the high-stress "reduction zone" better than pipe-reducers.
Versatility Can be customized with any combination of threaded and beveled ends.
Durability Resists the "thinning" effect often seen in cold-formed reducers.

Primary Applications

Industry Usage Context
Chemical Processing Connecting small instrument lines to large process headers.
Steam Systems Driplegs and condensate return piping transitions.
Oilfield Manifolds Adapting different valve sizes within a compact skid.
  • Q: What is the difference between a Reducer and a Swage Nipple?
  • A: Reducers are typically used for larger butt-weld piping (ASME B16.9), while Swage Nipples are used for smaller-bore piping (MSS SP-95) where threaded or socket-weld ends are required.
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Professional Forged Swage Nipples Manufacturer

Jiangyin Xinyu Forging Co., Ltd. founded in 2004, is a growing forging manufacturer, providing all kinds of mechanical forgings for valves and oil recovery equipment.
As a China OEM/ODM Forged Swage Nipples Supplier and Custom Forged Swage Nipples Company, We specialise in the manufacture of free section, precision die forged and milled ring forgings in any complex shape up to 20ft OD and 40,000 lbs, including raw forgings or finish machined parts.
We are ISO 9001 certified, API Spec 20B certified, and TUV PED certified.

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  • API 20B Monogram
  • ISO 45001
  • ISO 14001
  • ISO 9001

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