2023-12-04 ASTM A182 socket welding flange refers to a type of flange forged using materials such as alloys, stainless steel, or duplex stainless steel included in the ASTM A182 standard as raw materials.The connection method of socket flanges is to insert one end of the pipe into the flange ring ladder, and achieve pipe connection by welding on the pipe end and outside. There are two types: with neck and without neck.The necked pipe flange has good rigidity, small welding deformation, and good sealing performance, and can be used in applications with pressure ranging from 1.0 to 10.0 MPa.The type B flange for vessels is also a socket welding flange, used for applications with high sealing requirements.