Compared to pipe fittings that are threaded, buttweld fittings have less absolute roughness and are smooth. Welded Pipe Fittings are commonly used in most applications and are most commonly used in precise applications. Buttweld fittings can either be welded or...
The pipe is inserted into a recess at the joint, and there is no need to bevel the pipe ends or prepare the materials except to ensure they are clean. For butt welds, the fittings must be the same thickness as the pipes. Socket welding differs greatly from butt...