Eccentric reducer is a type of pipe fitting used to connect two pipes of different diameters. Unlike concentric reducers, eccentric reducers have an offset centerline, creating a flat side on one end. This design helps prevent the accumulation of air or liquid in the pipeline, ensuring smoother fluid flow.
An eccentric reducer is a type of pipe fitting designed to connect two pipes of different diameters while offsetting the centerline of the smaller pipe from that of the larger one.This offset design allows fluid or gas to flow smoothly, preventing the formation of air pockets or fluid accumulation, which can be crucial in certain applications.
Eccentric reducers are commonly used in horizontal piping systems, such as those in HVAC, plumbing, and industrial processes, where maintaining a consistent flow and preventing turbulence is important. They are particularly useful in systems that handle fluids with varying densities or where air and liquid need to be separated efficiently.
Butt-Welding Reducers: These are welded directly to the pipes, ensuring a strong and leak-resistant connection.
Threaded Reducers: These have threaded ends, allowing for easy installation without welding, commonly used in small-diameter piping systems.
Flanged Reducers: These come with flanges that can be bolted to corresponding flanges on pipes or other equipment, facilitating easy maintenance and disassembly
Offset Design: The offset centerline creates a flat side, which can be positioned to prevent air or liquid accumulation.
Flow Management: Helps in managing fluid flow by directing it along the angled side, reducing turbulence and air entrapment.
Noise Reduction: Absorbs noise generated by fluid movement and pipe walls, decreasing overall vibration.
Standard | Description | Common Grades | Applications |
ASME/ANSI B16.9 | Factory-made wrought steel butt-welding fittings, including eccentric reducers. | WPB (carbon steel), WP11, WP22, WP91 (alloy steels) | High-pressure and high-temperature applications; oil, gas, petrochemical industries |
ASME B16.11 | Forged steel fittings, including threaded and socket-weld eccentric reducers. | WPB (carbon steel), WP11, WP22, WP91 (alloy steels) | Smaller-diameter pipes; low-to-medium pressure systems |
ASME B16.28 | Wrought steel butt-welding short-radius elbows and returns, including reducers. | WPB (carbon steel), WP11, WP22, WP91 (alloy steels) | Systems with space constraints |
ASTM A234/A234M | Standard specification for carbon and alloy steel pipe fittings, including eccentric reducers. | WPB (carbon steel), WP11, WP22, WP91 (alloy steels) | High-pressure and high-temperature applications; oil, gas, petrochemical industries |
ASTM A403/A403M | Wrought austenitic stainless steel fittings, including eccentric reducers. | WP304, WP304L, WP316, WP316L | High corrosion resistance; food processing, chemical industries |
DIN 2616 | Butt-welding fittings, including eccentric reducers. | Various steel grades | European piping systems |
DIN 2605 | Dimensions and materials for steel butt-welding reducers. | Various steel grades | European piping systems |
EN 10253 | Butt-welding pipe fittings, including eccentric reducers. | Part 1: Non-alloy steel fittings; Part 2: Alloy and stainless steel fittings | European piping systems |
MSS SP-43 | Wrought stainless steel butt-welding fittings, including eccentric reducers. | WP304, WP304L, WP316, WP316L | Low-pressure systems |
ISO 4144 | Dimensions and materials for stainless steel threaded fittings, including reducers. | Various stainless steel grades | International applications |
Carbon Steel Eccentric Reducer
Properties: High strength, cost-effective, suitable for high-pressure systems.
Stainless Steel Eccentric Reducer
Properties: Excellent corrosion resistance, ideal for food processing and chemical industries.
Common Grades: SS304, SS316, SS304L, SS316L.
Alloy Steel Eccentric Reducer
Properties: Enhanced resistance to heat and pressure, used in extreme environments.
Common Grades: WP11, WP22, WP91.
Duplex and Super Duplex Stainless Steel Eccentric Reducer
Properties: High strength and excellent corrosion resistance, particularly in aggressive environments.
Common Grades: UNS S31803 (duplex), UNS S32750 (super duplex).
Oil and Gas: For pipeline systems transporting crude oil, natural gas, and refined products.
Chemical Processing: In corrosive and high-temperature environments.
Water Treatment: For connecting pipes in water distribution and treatment systems.
HVAC Systems: In heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems.
Power Generation: In steam and cooling water pipelines.
Pharmaceuticals: For sanitary piping systems requiring smooth flow transitions.
Food and Beverage: In hygienic piping systems for liquid and gas transport.