Forged Steel Tee
- Forged Steel Tees conform to ANSI B16.9/B16.28, ASTM A105 and ASME SA105.
- Sizes from 1/8″ to 4″ and in various thicknesses to meet different pressure requirements.
- Forged Steel Tees are available with both socket weld and threaded ends.
Production Description
Forged steel pipe tees are pipe fittings used extensively in the piping systems of the oil, petrochemical, and gas industries. They are created through the process of forging, which involves shaping metal under high pressure or impact, resulting in a component with superior strength, durability, and resistance to impact and fatigue compared to those made by casting or machining.
Types & Features of forged tees:
- Equal Tees: These have the same size on all three ends and are used to divide the flow equally from one pipe into two directions or combine flow from two directions into one.
- Reducing Tees: These have one branch smaller in size than the main line. They are used to connect pipes of different sizes and are particularly useful in tight spaces where reducers and separate tees might not fit.
Materials: Forged tees are typically made from carbon steel, stainless steel, alloy steel, and other materials suitable for the specific requirements of the industry, such as high temperature and corrosion resistance.
Applications in Oil, Petrochemical, and Gas Industries
- Pipeline Systems: Forged tees are used in the pipeline systems for transporting crude oil, natural gas, and petrochemical products. They are essential for branching off main pipelines or for integrating additional pipes into existing systems.
- Process Piping: In refineries and petrochemical plants, forged tees are utilized within the process piping systems that carry fluids, gases, and slurries. They are crucial for directing flow, integrating instrumentation, and facilitating maintenance and expansion of the system.
- High-Pressure Environments: The superior strength of forged tees makes them ideal for high-pressure applications, ensuring safety and reliability in the critical environments of the oil, gas, and petrochemical industries.
Advantages of forged steel tees:
- Temperature Resistance: Forged tees can withstand extreme temperatures, making them suitable for the thermal variations encountered in processing and refining operations.
- Corrosion Resistance: Materials used for forged tees can be selected based on their resistance to corrosion caused by the harsh chemicals and environments present in these industries.
- Safety and Reliability: The forging process enhances the mechanical properties of the tees, ensuring they can withstand the operational stresses and hazards associated with oil, gas, and petrochemical operations, thus contributing to the overall safety and reliability of the systems.
Forged tees play a critical role in the infrastructure of the oil, petrochemical, and gas industries, providing flexibility in piping system design, ensuring reliability under high-pressure and corrosive conditions, and facilitating safe and efficient transport and processing of valuable resources.

Material and Standard
Carbon steel: ASTM A234 WPB, WPC, ASTM A420 WPL1, WPL3, WPL6 and WPHY-42/46/52/56/60/65/70
Stanless steel: ASTM A403 WP304/304L, WP316/316/L, WP321, WP347 and WPS31254
Alloy steel: ASTM A234,WP1/WP12/WP11/WP22/WP5/WP7/WP9/WP91
Duplex and super duplex steel: ASTM A815 UNS S31803/S32750/S32760
Special alloy steel: Monel400 and Inconel 600/800/825/C276, Ceramic Lined
Pressure: SCH5 to SCH160
Standard: ANSI B16.9/B16.28 and MSS SP-43/SP-75
Size range: 1/2 to 72 inches
Types: Equal Tees, Reducing Tees ,lateral pipe tee
End Bevel: According to the bevel of the welding pipe fittings construction
Surface treatment: Shot blasted, rust-proof black oil
Welcome to the Steel Pipe Fitting Engineering and Supply Company-Rayoung
The Forged Pipe Fitting is a type of pipe fitting designed to be screwed or socket welded onto the ends of pipes or other fittings, creating a strong, seamless, and leak-proof connection in high-pressure piping systems. They are widely used across various industries, including petrochemical, oil and gas, power generation, aerospace, boiler, heat exchanger, and pressure vessel.
Rayoung is a professional manufacturer and supplier of steel pipe fittings in China. We offer an extensive selection of premium forged pipe fittings, such as elbows, tees,reducer, and cross,bends, available with threaded or socket-weld connections. These fittings are manufactured through the forging process and are commonly made from stainless steel, carbon steel, and alloy steel.
Our forged pipe fittings are appreciated for their high durability, dimensional accuracy, smooth finish, leak-proof performance, and corrosion resistance.
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