FLANGE DIMENSIONS TABLE TYPES

Valve Flange Table Slide Rule & Comparison – Dimensions ASME/BS/AS/PN/EN/ISO

SIZE

ASME Flange Chart – B16.5

Overview

In Australia the BS and AS flange standards are essentially the same but have been metricated. Consequently metric sizes are stated as ‘DN’ (Nominal Diameter) in mm. Equivalent imperial sizing is rounded to the nearest multiple of 25mm (for 2” and over) as below. However the actual dimensions and bore sizes have not changed. ‘NB’ (Nominal Bore) is also sometimes used when referring to valve sizes.

1/2″	DN15
3/4″	DN20
1″	DN25
1 1/4″	DN32
1 1/2″	DN40
2″	DN50

2 1/2″	DN65
3″	DN80
4″	DN100
5″	DN125
8″	DN200
10″	DN250

12″	DN300
14″	DN350
15″	DN375
16″	DN400
18″	DN450
20″	DN500

24″	DN600
28″	DN700
30″	DN750
32″	DN800
36″	DN900

Metric to Imperial ASME Pipe & Valve Size Conversion Chart

The most common flanging used in Australia in oil, gas and mining is now ANSI flanging to ANSI B16.5. However in general industrial, commercial and waste/water industries AS2129 Table flanging is the most common. Increasingly European PN rated flanges are also specified in BS4504 as well as AS4331 and EN 1092-1. BS4504 is now obsolete and is replaced by EN 1092 which is listed in British Standards as BS-EN 1092. EN 1092 evolved from DIN 2501 which became part of ISO 7005, then EN 1092 was created as the standard for DIN based flanges. (BS4504 flanges were generally the same as the old DIN 2501 specification, but the new EN 1092 standard covers a wider range). EN 1092-1 is for steel flanges, EN 1092-2 is for iron flanges, EN 1092-3 is for alloy flanges, EN 1092-4 is for aluminium alloy flanges. PN stands for Nominal Pressure and roughly equates to the number of bar i.e. the cold working pressure of PN10 is 10 bar. Ratings range from PN2.5 to PN420. The latest Australian standard AS4331 references this rating system (PN2.5 to PN420). AS4331 is a reproduction of ISO 7005 which is based on the American and European flange systems PN20, PN50, PN 110, PN 150, PN 260 and PN 420 steel flanges are “designed to be interchangeable” with flanges to American standards ANSI/ASME B16.5 and MSS SP44; they are not identical but are “deemed to comply” with dimensions specified in ANSI/ASME B16.5 and MSS SP44 as appropriate.

Class 150: PN 20
Class 300: PN 50
Class 600: PN 110
Class 900: PN 150
Class 1500: PN 260
Class 2500: PN 420

ISO 7005 (which AS4331 is a reproduction of) also includes European DIN flanges PN6/10/16/25/40 which were previously DIN 2501-1 and BS4504. These flanges are the same as EN1092 but EN1092 also includes higher rated DIN based flanges. Consequently in Australia most users simply just reference to original ASME B16.5 standards as this is already in use in Australia for the Oil, Gas and Mining industries and in fact in pressures above table E it has been the predominant standard in use for the last 30 years. However, piping engineers must refer to the new AS standard AS4331 for interpretations and specification requirements. Note in the case of AS4331.1/ISO 7005-1 ANSI equivalents they are not absolutely identical to ANSI but “deemed to comply and are designed to be interchangeable”.

Piping Class Ratings based on ASME B16.5 and corresponding PN rating: –

Flange Class	150	300	400	600	900	1500	2500
Flange Pressure Nominal, PN	20	50	68	100	150	250	420

PN is the rating designator followed by a designation number indicating the approximate pressure rating in bars.

PN ratings do not provide a proportional relationship between different PN numbers, whereas class numbers do.

Australian Standard

AS2129 originates from BS10 and has been metricated. In some cases slightly larger bolt holes provide better clearance as metric bolts are specified in lieu of UNC bolts used by BS10. AS4087 is an update of AS2129, however AS2129 is still widely used so it has not been deleted as a standard, however, it now only covers AS table D to H.

AS4087 is the latest standard for BS table D to H, the same drilling is used but the new PN pressure rating system has been adopted. As the new pressure ratings are slightly higher the flange thicknesses have slightly increased. Also the raised face dimensions (although rarely specified, flat face is mostly used) are slightly larger. Table C, J to R, no longer exist, PN16 is the same drilling as Table D, PN21 is the same as Table E, PN35 is the same as Table H.

AS4331 covers PN2.5 to PN420 and the sizing and drilling used is a replication of ISO 7005-1 which in turn is a metricated equivalent of ASME B16.5 class 150 to 2500. ISO 7005-1 also incorporates the superceded DIN 2533 & DIN 2501 flanges which AS4331 also incorporates (also mirrored in EN1092).

AS/NZS 4331 is identical with and has been reproduced from ISO 7005.
4331.1 – Steel Flanges (ISO 7005-1) EN1092-2 (DIN 2501/BS4504 based) PN2.5 / 6 / 10 / 16 / 25 / 40 and ANSI 150~2500LB ISO equivalent PN 20 / 50 / 110 / 150 / 260 / 420
4331.2 – Cast Iron Flanges (ISO 7005-2) PN2.5 / 6 / 10 / 19 / 20 / 25 / 40 / 50
4331.3 – Copper Alloy and composite flanges (ISO 7005-3) PN10 to N50

Although the standards say they are identical, I notice some very minor flange thickness differences between ISO 7005 (AS4331) and EN1092. Refer the Global Supply Line online slide rule above for differences.

AS 4331 is a reproduction of ISO 7005 which is based on the American and European flange systems. PN20, PN50, PN110, PN150, PN260 and PN420 Steel flanges are “designed to be interchangeable” with flanges to American standards ANSI/ASME B16.5 and MSS SP44. They are not identical but are “deemed to comply” with dimensions specified in ANSI/ASME B16.5 and MSS SP44 as appropriate.

ANSI based flanges covering AS 4331.1/ISO 7005-1
Class 150: PN20
Class 300: PN50
Class 600: PN110
Class 900: PN150
Class 1500: PN260
Class 2500: PN420

ISO 7005 (which AS 4331 is reproduction of) also includes European DIN flanges PN6 / 10 / 16 / 25 / 40 which were previously DIN 2501-1 and BS4504. These flanges are the same as EN1092 but EN1092 also includes higher rated DIN based flanges.

Although the standards say they are identical, there are some very minor flange thickness differences between ISO 7005 (AS4331) and EN1092. Refer the Global Supply Line online slide rule above for differences.

DIN based Steel/ BS4504 based on flanges covered by AS 4331.1/ ISO 7005-1
PN2.5
PN6
PN10
PN16
PN25
PN40

Iron DIN/ BS4504 based on flanges covered by AS 4331.2/ ISO 7005-2
PN2.5
PN6
PN10
PN16
PN20
PN25
PN40
PN50

API6A

API6A flanging is used in Australia in oil drilling and wellhead systems. (see our oilfield slide rule click here. API ratings range from 2,000 to 20,000 psi (cold working pressure). ANSI was originally born from API, consequently in class 600 to 900 and 1500 ANSI the flanges are dimensionally equivalent to API 2,000, 3,000 and 5,000 in most sizes to ANSI 300NB (12”) API 13 5/8” but ANSI flanges being manufactured from lower yield strength carbon steel are rated to lower working pressure. However GSL stocks high yield carbon steel API6A 45K weld neck flanges which are compatible with ASME A234 WPB fittings and A106B/API5LB pipe. Click here to find out more.

ANSI/ASME

ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers, of which Australian Pipeline Valve is a member company) is a group of standards, which are in turn covered within the American Standards Institute (ANSI), hence their flanges can be referred to as ANSI or ASME class. Class is also traditionally abbreviated CL or LB (verbally spoken as pound) or cross hash (#) but not psi as this can be misconstrued as the cold working pressure (CWP). Since ANSI 150 for instance has a CWP of 285 psi, so unlike the PN system the class is not related to CWP. AS4331 has adopted ANSI drilling and sizes but uses PN rating classes. Consequently in some sizes flanges are thicker to bring the rating up to the required PN rating.

ASME Pressure Classes of Flanges

Forged steel flanges, ASME B16.5, are made in seven primary ratings:

150Lbs – 300Lbs – 400Lbs – 600Lbs – 900Lbs – 1500Lbs – 2500Lbs

A Class 300 flange is rated to a higher pressure than a Class 150 flange, because a Class 300 flange is constructed with more metal and therefore can withstand more pressure. However there are a number of factors that can impact the pressure capability of a flange.

The Pressure Class for flanges is often expressed in ‘pounds’. Different names are used to indicate a Pressure Class. For example: 150 Lb or 150 Lbs or 150# or Class 150, all mean the same.

ASME Pressure Rating

Flanges can withstand different pressures at different temperatures. (Refer to pressure/temperature charts at this website for various material types). As temperature increases, the pressure rating of the flange decreases. For example a Class 150 A105 flange is rated to approximately 270 PSIG (1861 KPA) at ambient temperature, 180 PSIG (1241 KPA) at approximately 400ºF (204ºC) 150 PSIG (1034 KPA) at approximately 600ºF (315ºC), and 75 PSIG (517 KPA) at approximately 800ºF (426ºC). Consequently when the pressure goes down, the temperature goes up and vice versa. Additional factors are that flanges can be constructed from different materials, such as stainless steel, cast and ductile iron, alloy steel, carbon steel, etc. Each material has a different pressure rating.

Below is an example of a flange NPS 12 (300NB) in all main pressure classes. This example demonstrates that diameter of the raised face are all the same; but outside diameter, bolt circle and diameter of bolt holes become larger in each higher pressure class. The bore is subject to the required schedule. Refer to our Flange Chart – ‘Online Slide Rule’ above for flange dimensions. The number and diameter (mm) of the bolt holes for the example below of 300NB is: 12 x 25.4mm Class 150, 16 x 32mm Class 300, 16 x 34.9 Class 400, 20 x 34.9mm Class 600, 20 x 38.1mm Class 900, 16 x 54mm Class 1500 and 12 x 73mm Class 2500.

Pressure-Temperature Ratings

Pressure/temperature ratings are maximum allowable working pressures allowed as per ASME B16.5 (published in metric and imperial). For intermediate temperatures, linear interpolation is calculated by manufacturers.

Pressure-temperature ratings apply to flanged joints which may be reduced by gaskets or studs used.

The temperature shown for a corresponding pressure rating is the temperature of the pressure-containing shell of the valve or flange. In general, this temperature is the same as that of the media in line and the external environment, whichever is greatest (but also lowest temperature of each must be factored for low temperature service). For any temperature below -29ºC, the rating shall be no greater than the rating shown for -29ºC, depending on materials the rating can be lower.

The below two tables are examples of two material groups according to ASTM, flange pressure-temperature ratings to ASME B16.5 – 2009.

ASTM Group 2-1.1 Materials
Nominal Designation	Forgings	Castings
C-Si	A105 (1)	A216 Gr.WCB (1)
C-Mn-Si	A350 Gr.LF2 (1)	–
3 1/2Ni	A350 Gr.LF3	–
C-Mn-Si-V	A350 Gr.LF6 Cl 1 (3)	–
NOTES: (1) Upon prolonged exposure to temperatures above 425ºC, the carbide phase of steel may be converted to graphite. Permissible but not recommended for prolonged use above 425ºC. (3) Do not use over 260ºC.

ASTM Group 2-2.3 Materials
Nominal Designation	Forgings	Castings
16Cr-12Ni-2Mo	A182 Gr.F316L	A351 CF3M
18Cr-13Ni-3Mo	A182 Gr.F317L
18Cr-8Ni	A182 Gr.F304L (1)	A351 CF3
NOTES: (1) Do not use over 425ºC.

The below 2 tables show ANSI/ASME class 150 to 2500LB pressure/temperature ratings for group 2-1.1 and 2-2.3

Pressure-Temperature Ratings for ASTM Group 2-1.1 Materials
Working pressure by Classes, BAR
Temp.°C	150	300	400	600	900	1500	2500
-29 to 38	19.6	51.1	68.1	102.1	153.2	255.3	425.5
50	19.2	50.1	66.8	100.2	150.4	250.6	417.7
100	17.7	46.6	62.1	93.2	139.8	233	388.3
150	15.8	45.1	60.1	90.2	135.2	225.4	375.6
200	13.8	43.8	58.4	87.6	131.4	219	365
250	12.1	41.9	55.9	83.9	125.8	209.7	349.5
300	10.2	39.8	53.1	79.6	119.5	199.1	331.8
325	9.3	38.7	51.6	77.4	116.1	193.6	322.6
350	8.4	37.6	50.1	75.1	112.7	187.8	313
375	7.4	36.4	48.5	72.7	109.1	181.8	303.1
400	6.5	34.7	46.3	69.4	104.2	173.6	289.3
425	5.5	28.8	38.4	57.5	86.3	143.8	239.7
450	4.6	23	30.7	46	69	115	191.7
475	3.7	17.4	23.2	34.9	52.3	87.2	145.3
500	2.8	11.8	15.7	23.5	35.3	58.8	97.9
538	1.4	5.9	7.9	11.8	17.7	29.5	49.2

Pressure-Temperature Ratings for ASTM Group 2-2.3 Materials
Working pressure by Classes, BAR
Temp.°C	150	300	400	600	900	1500	2500
-29 to 38	15.9	41.4	55.2	82.7	124.1	206.8	344.7
50	15.3	40	53.4	80	120.1	200.1	333.5
100	13.3	34.8	46.4	69.6	104.4	173.9	289.9
150	12	31.4	41.9	62.8	94.2	157	261.6
200	11.2	29.2	38.9	58.3	87.5	145.8	243
250	10.5	27.5	36.6	54.9	82.4	137.3	228.9
300	10	26.1	34.8	52.1	78.2	130.3	217.2
325	9.3	25.5	34	51	76.4	127.4	212.3
350	8.4	25.1	33.4	50.1	75.2	125.4	208.9
375	7.4	24.8	33	49.5	74.3	123.8	206.3
400	6.5	24.3	32.4	48.6	72.9	121.5	202.5
425	5.5	23.9	31.8	47.7	71.6	119.3	198.8
450	4.6	23.4	31.2	46.8	70.2	117.1	195.1

LB is the origin of the Latin word Libra (weighing scale) a Roman unit of mass similar to a pound, hence this has been adopted as another way of saying Class. Never say PSI as this can be confused with API 6B flanges which are rated by PSI (CWP).

Temperature – Pressure Ratings for Carbon Steel Plate Flanges
Pressure – kPa, Temperature – ºC
“Flange Table”	-18ºC to 120	-50ºC to 232	250	275	300	325	350	375	400	425	450	475	Maximum hydrostatic test pressure kPa
D		700	650	600	570	550	500	450	400	350			1050
C	1200												1800
E		1400	1300	1200	1100	1000	950	900	800	700			2100
F		2100	2000	1800	1700	1600	1400	1300	1200	1100			3150
H		3500	3300	3100	2900	2600	2400	2000	2000	1700	1300	900	5250
J		4800	4600	4300	4000	3700	3400	3100	2700	2400	1900	1300	7200
K		6200	5900	5500	5100	4700	4300	3900	3500	3100	2400	1600	9300
R		8300	7900	7400	6800	6300	5800	5200	4700	4200	3200	2200	12450
S		12400	11800	11100	10300	9500	8700	7900	7100	6300	4800	3300	18600
T		19300	18400	17200	16000	14700	13500	12200	11000	9800	7500	5100	28950

AS2129 Still in use but now only covers Table D to H (Table C now obsolete), Table J to T now replaced by AS4331 which is a replication of ISO7500-1 which in turn is equivalent to ASME 150-2500 class ANSI B16.5). AS4087 is the new standard covering Table D to H. The same drilling is specified but the PN rating system is used (PN16 to PN35).

For ANSI 150 to 2500 class flange pressure/temperature ratings refer to the forged pressure/temperature ratings showing in the following link.