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What ASME B16.36 covers
Standard at a glance
- Standard
- ASME B16.36
- Issued by
- ASME
- Product form
- Flanges
- Grades on site
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Covers weld-neck, slip-on and threaded orifice flanges in Class 300 and above, with pressure taps for flow measurement by orifice plate.
Key requirements
- Pressure tappings drilled in the flange rim
- Dimensions by NPS and class
- Jackscrews to separate the flanges for plate changes
- Materials per ASME B16.5 material groups
Summary for procurement guidance. Refer to the current edition of the standard for full requirements.
Ordering to ASME B16.36
- State "ASME B16.36" and the edition if your project requires it
- Grade / designation and product dimensions
- Supplementary requirements (tests, heat treatment, certification)
- Certificate type: EN 10204 3.1 or 3.2
Frequently asked questions
What does ASME B16.36 cover?
Covers weld-neck, slip-on and threaded orifice flanges in Class 300 and above, with pressure taps for flow measurement by orifice plate.
Which grades are covered by ASME B16.36?
It is a dimensional or documentation standard that applies across grades.
Do you supply material certified to ASME B16.36?
Yes. Material is supplied to ASME B16.36 with EN 10204 3.1 certificates (3.2 on request), where the mill certifies to it.