Inconel 718 LateralMSS SP-43 / manufacturer standard · Manufacturer, trader & exporter, India
Alloy 718 · UNS N07718
An Inconel 718 lateral is a fitting with a 45° branch, made from Inconel 718 to a specification not yet established. Laterals bring in a branch at 45°, reducing turbulence and pressure drop compared to a tee. Common in drainage, slurry and process lines.
- Inconel 718
- MSS SP-43 / manufacturer standard
- EN 10204 3.1 / 3.2
- Export packing
Reviewed by the Kanak Steel & Engineering Co. technical team · Updated October 2026
What is an Inconel 718 Lateral?
- What it is
- A fitting with a 45° branch
- Material
- a specification not yet established
- Dimensions
- MSS SP-43 / manufacturer standard
- Grade
- Inconel 718 · UNS N07718
- Best at
- Very high strength at temperatures up to about 650 °C
Inconel 718 Lateral Specification
| Product | Inconel 718 Lateral |
|---|---|
| Material standard | a specification not yet established |
| Dimensional standard | MSS SP-43 / manufacturer standard |
| Sizes | ½" – 48" |
| Wall / class | Sch 5S – XXS, to match pipe |
| Ends | Bevelled to ASME B16.25 |
| Testing | PMI (as specified in the PO) · dimensional · NDT and IGC on request |
| Documents | EN 10204 3.1 or 3.2 on request / as specified in the PO |
When to Choose a Lateral
Laterals bring in a branch at 45°, reducing turbulence and pressure drop compared to a tee. Common in drainage, slurry and process lines.
- 45° branch
- Equal and reducing
- Often fabricated
More on choosing: Lateral guide.
Inconel 718 Lateral: Why 718 for laterals
Laterals bring in a branch at 45°, reducing turbulence and pressure drop compared to a tee. Common in drainage, slurry and process lines. In Inconel 718, the choice usually comes down to the medium and temperature — the rows here are the points buyers check for this exact combination.
| Why this grade | Nickel-alloy fittings match nickel-alloy pipe in aggressive media. Inconel 718 is picked for very high strength at temperatures up to about 650 °C. |
|---|---|
| Typical service | Oil & gas — Wellhead parts, hangers and high-strength bolting. |
| Welding to carbon steel | A nickel-base filler such as ERNiCr-3 (or ERNiCrMo-3) is used when joining it to carbon steel |
| Matching filler | ERNiFeCr-2 (AWS A5.14) |
| Sour service | Listed in NACE MR0175 / ISO 15156-3 within its limits — state it on the order |
Inconel 718 Lateral Chemical Composition
| Element | Weight % (producer reference) |
|---|---|
| Nickel (+Co) | 50.00 – 55.00 |
| Chromium | 17.00 – 21.00 |
| Iron | Balance |
| Niobium (+Ta) | 4.75 – 5.50 |
| Molybdenum | 2.80 – 3.30 |
| Titanium | 0.65 – 1.15 |
| Aluminium | 0.20 – 0.80 |
| Cobalt | 1.00 max |
Inconel 718 Lateral Mechanical Properties
No specification requirement is asserted for this product form; requirements are to the purchase specification.
Full chemistry, properties and equivalents are on the Inconel 718 grade page.
Standards on this page
Other Inconel 718 pipe fittings
Inconel 718 Lateral — questions buyers ask
When is a lateral better than a tee?
Where lower turbulence matters — slurries, solids and gravity drainage.
Can Inconel 718 laterals be welded to carbon steel?
Yes — a nickel-base filler such as ERNiCr-3 (or ERNiCrMo-3) is used when joining it to carbon steel.
Which standard covers Inconel 718 laterals?
The material is a specification not yet established; dimensions follow MSS SP-43 / manufacturer standard. Always state both on your purchase order, with the edition if your project specifies one.
What decides the price of a Inconel 718 lateral?
The alloy price, the size and schedule or class, quantity, and the testing and documents required. Send your list and we quote the same working day.
Can you supply Inconel 718 laterals to NACE MR0175?
Yes. Inconel 718 is listed in NACE MR0175 / ISO 15156-3 within its limits; state NACE compliance on the order and it is confirmed on the certificate.
What documents do you supply?
EN 10204 3.1 or 3.2 certificates available on request / as specified in the PO; dimensional reports as required. PMI can be arranged depending on product and requirements, as specified in the PO.
Sources: the ASTM / ASME specifications named on this page and producer datasheets · Last updated October 2026