Duplex 2205 Pipe FittingsASTM A815 WPS31803 · Manufacturer, stockist & exporter, India
Also sold as UNS S32205 / S31803 · W.Nr 1.4462 · F51 / F60 · SAF 2205
Duplex 2205 pipe fittings are made to ASTM A815 WPS31803 / WPS32205 for buttweld fittings and ASTM A182 F51 / F60 for forged socket-weld and threaded fittings, with dimensions to ASME B16.9 and B16.11. It is a duplex (austenitic-ferritic) stainless steel, chosen for strength with chloride resistance at a stainless-steel budget. Kanak Steel & Engineering Co. supplies it with EN 10204 3.1 mill certificates from Mumbai to buyers across India, the Gulf, South-East Asia, South America, Europe, the UK and the USA.
- Stock & mill supply
- EN 10204 3.1 / 3.2
- PMI on request
- NACE MR0175 on request
- Export packing
Reviewed by the Kanak Steel & Engineering Co. technical team · Updated October 2026
What is Duplex 2205 Pipe Fittings?
Duplex 2205 pipe fittings is a duplex (austenitic-ferritic) stainless steel supplied as pipe fittings to ASTM A815 WPS31803 / WPS32205 (UNS S32205). Buyers specify it for strength with chloride resistance at a stainless-steel budget. It is also sold as UNS S32205 / S31803, W.Nr 1.4462, F51 / F60.
- What it is
- Duplex (austenitic-ferritic) stainless steel
- Buttweld
- ASTM A815 WPS31803 / WPS32205
- Forged
- ASTM A182 F51 / F60
- Dimensions
- ASME B16.9 · B16.11 · MSS SP-43
- Sizes
- Buttweld ½" – 48" · forged ⅛" – 4"
- Best at
- Strength with chloride resistance at a stainless-steel budget
Duplex 2205 Pipe Fittings Specification & Sizes
| Buttweld fittings | ASTM A815 WPS31803 / WPS32205 — dimensions to ASME B16.9, MSS SP-43 |
|---|---|
| Forged fittings | ASTM A182 F51 / F60 — dimensions to ASME B16.11 |
| Short-radius elbows | ASME B16.9 (formerly B16.28) |
| Buttweld sizes | NPS ½" to 48", schedule to match the pipe |
| Forged classes | Socket weld 3000 / 6000 / 9000 · threaded 2000 / 3000 / 6000 |
| Types | Elbow · Tee · Reducer · Cap · Stub end · Cross · Bend · Lateral · Coupling · Union · Nipple · Plug |
| Testing | PMI · dimensional · radiography of welded fittings · IGC on request |
| Documents | EN 10204 3.1 · 3.2 with third-party inspection |
Choosing Duplex 2205 Fittings: Elbow Radius, Schedule & Class
ASTM A815 fittings come in classes: S seamless, W welded (welds radiographed or ultrasonically examined), WX all welds radiographed, WU all welds ultrasonically tested. Write the class after the grade, e.g. WPS32205-S.
Radius (LR, SR, 3D), the schedule-to-class map and the 1.5 mm socket-weld gap are explained in the fittings guide. For 2205, buttweld fittings are ASTM A815 WPS31803 / WPS32205 and forged fittings ASTM A182 F51 / F60.
Duplex 2205 Pipe Fittings Chemical Composition
Under technical review for TDS.
| Element | Current requirement |
|---|---|
| Chromium | As specified |
| Nickel | As specified |
| Molybdenum | As specified |
| Nitrogen | As specified |
| Carbon | As specified |
| Manganese | As specified |
| Silicon | As specified |
| Phosphorus | As specified |
| Sulphur | As specified |
| Iron | As specified |
Numerical specification requirements are published only after the applicable current standard edition has been verified. Governing specification to be verified: ASTM A240 for UNS S32205.
Duplex 2205 Pipe Fittings Mechanical Properties
Under technical review for TDS.
| Property | Current requirement |
|---|---|
| Tensile strength | As specified |
| Yield strength 0.2% | As specified |
| Elongation | As specified |
| Hardness | As specified |
Numerical specification requirements are published only after the applicable current standard edition has been verified. Governing specification and condition to be verified: ASTM A240 for UNS S32205 — Solution-annealed plate & sheet.
Density & Physical Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Density | 7.8 g/cm³ |
| Melting range | 1385 – 1445 °C |
| Magnetic | Magnetic (ferritic phase) |
| PREN (approx.) | ≈ 35 |
Duplex 2205 Equivalent Grades
Duplex 2205 buttweld fitting dimensions — ASME B16.9
Centre-to-end and end-to-end dimensions are the same for every alloy; the wall thickness follows the pipe schedule. Values in mm.
| NPS | OD | 90° LR elbow A | 45° elbow B | Tee C | Reducer H | Cap E |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ½" | 21.3 | 38 | 16 | 25 | — | 25 |
| 1" | 33.4 | 38 | 22 | 38 | 51 | 38 |
| 1½" | 48.3 | 57 | 29 | 57 | 64 | 38 |
| 2" | 60.3 | 76 | 35 | 64 | 76 | 38 |
| 3" | 88.9 | 114 | 51 | 86 | 89 | 51 |
| 4" | 114.3 | 152 | 64 | 105 | 102 | 64 |
| 6" | 168.3 | 229 | 95 | 143 | 140 | 89 |
| 8" | 219.1 | 305 | 127 | 178 | 152 | 102 |
| 10" | 273.1 | 381 | 159 | 216 | 178 | 127 |
| 12" | 323.9 | 457 | 190 | 254 | 203 | 152 |
Full chart to 24": ASME B16.9 fitting dimensions.
Six-digit Harmonized System heading (iron and steel, chapter 72–73). Your country adds its own digits — confirm with your customs broker. All HS codes.
How to Verify Duplex 2205 Pipe Fittings with PMI
Positive material identification with a handheld XRF gun confirms the alloy on the piece itself, in seconds, before it is cut or welded. Duplex 2205 is most often mixed up with Super Duplex 2507 — the table shows which elements tell them apart.
Handheld XRF does not measure carbon or nitrogen, so it cannot confirm the nitrogen that duplex depends on: that comes from the mill certificate or optical emission (OES) testing. PMI can be arranged on request — state it on your enquiry.
Under technical review for TDS.
| Element | Duplex 2205 | Super Duplex 2507 |
|---|---|---|
| Nickel | As specified | As specified |
| Chromium | As specified | As specified |
| Molybdenum | As specified | As specified |
| Copper | — | As specified |
| Iron | As specified | As specified |
| Manganese | As specified | As specified |
Duplex 2205 Pipe Fittings Price — What Decides It
Two quotes for "2205 pipe fittings" can differ by 20% and both be fair. We quote 2205 pipe fittings per kg for full sizes and per piece for cut sizes. These six things move the price per kg, so you can compare offers like for like.
Duplex 2205 pipe fittings by type
Duplex 2205 Pipe Fittings Applications
Duplex 2205 is specified when the cheaper grade will not survive the service but a higher alloy would be more than the job needs. These are the jobs our buyers use it for.
Duplex 2205 Pipe Fittings vs 316L, 904L and 2507
| Grade | Pipe Fittings standard | PREN (approx.) | Pick it when |
|---|---|---|---|
| SS 316 / 316L | ASTM A403 WP316L | ≈ 24 | Chloride-bearing process fluids, marine air and pharmaceutical service |
| SS 904L | ASTM A403 WP904L | ≈ 35 | Dilute sulphuric acid, phosphoric acid and chloride-bearing cooling water |
| Duplex 2205 | ASTM A815 WPS31803 / WPS32205 | ≈ 35 | Strength with chloride resistance at a stainless-steel budget |
| Super Duplex 2507 | ASTM A815 WPS32750 | ≈ 42 | Seawater and high-chloride service where strength also matters |
PREN = Cr + 3.3 Mo + 16 N, from mid-range chemistry. A screening guide, not a substitute for corrosion data on your medium.
Duplex 2205 Corrosion Resistance — Element by Element
Each alloying addition has a job. Knowing which one protects against your medium is the quickest way to judge whether 2205 fits.
A roughly 50/50 austenite-ferrite structure gives about twice the yield strength of 316L, so walls can be thinner.
Chromium, molybdenum and nitrogen give a PREN around 35 — well above 316L.
The ferrite phase gives far better resistance to chloride stress-corrosion cracking than austenitic grades.
Keep service below about 300 °C to avoid embrittlement.
How your 2205 pipe fittings order runs
- 01Enquiry review — we confirm size, standard edition and documents against your MR or drawing.
- 02Heat selection & PMI — the mill certificate is checked against your order; PMI before processing is available on request.
- 03Processing — cutting, machining or bevelling to your specification, with heat numbers marked.
- 04Inspection — your third-party inspector witnesses, or we share photos and test reports.
- 05Packing & dispatch — seaworthy packing from Nhava Sheva (JNPT), Mumbai, FOB or CIF, documents sent before the vessel sails.
Standards on this page
Welding & Fabricating Duplex 2205 Pipe Fittings
Duplex 2205 welds by all common arc processes. A few points our buyers ask about:
| Matching filler | ER2209 (AWS A5.9) |
|---|---|
| Over-alloyed filler | Control heat input 0.5–2.5 kJ/mm to keep the phase balance |
| Preheat | Not required; keep interpass temperature low |
| Cutting | Thermal or abrasive cutting; grind off heat-tinted edges before welding |
Follow your approved WPS; this is general guidance. See also 2205 fittings and 2205 flanges for the matching pipe-system parts.
How to Order Duplex 2205 Pipe Fittings: RFQ Checklist
Get an accurate quote the first time. Copy this list into your enquiry:
- Fitting type, size and schedule / class
- Buttweld, socket weld or threaded
- Seamless or welded (buttweld fittings)
- Material standard and grade marking
- Certificate type and extra tests
- Delivery port, Incoterm and required date
Duplex 2205 pipe fittings for export
FOB / CIF · Nhava Sheva (JNPT), MumbaiDuplex 2205 pipe fittings — questions buyers ask
Is Duplex 2205 the same as UNS S32205 / S31803?
UNS S32205 / S31803, W.Nr 1.4462, F51 / F60 are names used for Duplex 2205 (W.Nr / EN numbers and older UNS variants are the closest designations; their limits can differ slightly, so specify the UNS number and ASTM grade on the order), and pipe fittings is ordered to ASTM A815 WPS31803 / WPS32205 whichever name is on the enquiry.
Which standard covers Duplex 2205 buttweld fittings?
ASTM A815 WPS31803 / WPS32205 is the material specification; dimensions follow ASME B16.9 (and MSS SP-43 for light-wall fittings). Forged socket-weld and threaded fittings are made from ASTM A182 F51 / F60 material to ASME B16.11.
What is the difference between Duplex 2205 WP-S and WP-W fittings?
S is seamless; W is welded from plate or welded pipe, with the welds examined by radiography or ultrasonics. WX means all welds radiographed and WU all welds ultrasonically tested. Seamless costs more and is preferred for critical service.
Can Duplex 2205 fittings be welded to carbon steel?
Yes — ER2209 or ER309L(Mo) is used when joining it to carbon steel, under a qualified WPS.
Can Duplex 2205 pipe fittings be supplied to NACE MR0175?
Duplex 2205 is covered by NACE MR0175 / ISO 15156-3 within the environmental limits, heat-treatment conditions and hardness limits that standard sets for it. State the requirement on the order so that condition and hardness are verified and reported on the certificate.
Duplex 2205 or Super Duplex 2507 — which should I choose?
Duplex 2205 is chosen for strength with chloride resistance at a stainless-steel budget. Super Duplex 2507 is the step up when you need more pitting resistance or strength. See the comparison table on this page, or ask us with your process conditions.
Sources: the ASTM / ASME specifications named on this page and producer datasheets · Last updated October 2026