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What is a large diameter elbow?

Nov. 19, 2025

Large-diameter elbows, simply put, are pipe bends with a larger diameter, typically referring to elbows with a nominal diameter of DN300 and above. Some also include elbows with DN400, DN500, DN600, and even those exceeding 1000mm in diameter.

Let me explain in more detail: What is a large-diameter elbow?

A large-diameter elbow is a type of bending pipe fitting installed on large-diameter pipelines to change the direction of the pipeline. Because of its large diameter, thick walls, and high pressure requirements, its manufacturing process and installation requirements are more stringent than those of ordinary elbows.

Where are they typically used?

Large-diameter elbows are commonly found in: Municipal pipe networks (water supply, drainage, rainwater) Fire protection system main pipelines Petrochemical pipelines Power plant boilers and circulating water systems Large factories or underground pipe corridors Common materials Carbon steel (Q235, Q345) Stainless steel (304/316) Alloy steel Ductile iron PE (polyethylene) large-diameter elbows Why are large-diameter elbows special?

They are more "difficult to manufacture" than ordinary elbows, mainly because: 1. High manufacturing difficulty Due to their large diameter, conventional molds cannot be used directly. They require: Push forming Pressing Roll welding Segmented welding 2. Difficult transportation and hoisting DN600 and DN800 elbows are very large, requiring cranes for handling and positioning. 3. High Welding Requirements: Long welds and thick walls easily generate stress, requiring: Multi-layer, multi-pass welding; Post-weld flaw detection; Some require heat treatment. Cangzhou Aosendike Pipe Fittings Manufacturing Co., Ltd. is a large-scale manufacturer specializing in elbows, tees, reducers, and pipe caps. We can execute standards such as ASTM, ANSI, JIS, DIN, and GB, basically covering all types of steel.

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