SS 321 UnionASTM A182 · MSS SP-83 · Manufacturer, trader & exporter, India
AISI 321 · UNS S32100
An SS 321 union is a three-piece forged fitting that joins pipes and can be taken apart, made from SS 321 to ASTM A182 F321. Unions let a small-bore line be disconnected for maintenance without cutting. Made to MSS SP-83 in threaded or socket-weld ends.
- ASTM A182
- MSS SP-83
- EN 10204 3.1 / 3.2
- Export packing
Reviewed by the Kanak Steel & Engineering Co. technical team · Updated October 2026
What is an SS 321 Union?
- What it is
- A three-piece forged fitting that joins pipes and can be taken apart
- Material
- ASTM A182 F321
- Dimensions
- MSS SP-83
- Grade
- SS 321 · UNS S32100
- Best at
- High-temperature service between 425 and 815 °C
SS 321 Union Specification
| Product | SS 321 Union |
|---|---|
| Material standard | ASTM A182 F321 |
| Dimensional standard | MSS SP-83 |
| Sizes | ⅛" – 4" (ASME B16.11) |
| Wall / class | Class 2000 / 3000 / 6000 / 9000 |
| Ends | Socket weld · NPT threaded |
| 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 an Union
Unions let a small-bore line be disconnected for maintenance without cutting. Made to MSS SP-83 in threaded or socket-weld ends.
- Three pieces: nut, male and female ends
- Threaded or socket weld
- Class 3000 / 6000
More on choosing: Union guide.
SS 321 Union: Why 321 for unions
Unions let a small-bore line be disconnected for maintenance without cutting. Made to MSS SP-83 in threaded or socket-weld ends. In SS 321, 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 | Stainless fittings keep the line clean and corrosion-free. SS 321 is picked for high-temperature service between 425 and 815 °C. |
|---|---|
| Typical service | Aircraft exhaust — Manifolds, bellows and exhaust systems. |
| Welding to carbon steel | ER309L (or E309L electrode) is the usual filler when joining it to carbon steel |
| Matching filler | ER347 (AWS A5.9) |
SS 321 Union Chemical Composition
Under technical review for TDS.
| Element | Current requirement |
|---|---|
| Chromium | As specified |
| Nickel | As specified |
| Titanium | As specified |
| Carbon | As specified |
| Manganese | As specified |
| Silicon | As specified |
| Nitrogen | As specified |
| Phosphorus | 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 S32100.
SS 321 Union 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 S32100 — Annealed plate & sheet.
Full chemistry, properties and equivalents are on the SS 321 grade page.
Other SS 321 pipe fittings
SS 321 Union — questions buyers ask
Can unions be used in high-pressure lines?
Class 3000 and 6000 unions are rated for high pressure on small bores, but many codes limit their use in hazardous service.
Can SS 321 unions be welded to carbon steel?
Yes — ER309L (or E309L electrode) is the usual filler when joining it to carbon steel.
Which standard covers SS 321 unions?
The material is ASTM A182 F321; dimensions follow MSS SP-83. Always state both on your purchase order, with the edition if your project specifies one.
What decides the price of a SS 321 union?
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.
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