ASTM A335 P22 Lap Joint FlangeASTM A182 · ASME B16.5 · Manufacturer, trader & exporter, India
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An ASTM A335 P22 lap joint flange is a loose flange that sits behind a stub end welded to the pipe, for use with ASTM A335 P22 pipe. ASTM A335 P22 itself is a pipe or plate specification, so the matching lap joint flange is made to ASTM A182 F22 — which is what we supply for P22 lines. A lap joint flange rotates freely, making bolt alignment easy on lines that are dismantled often. In corrosive service the flange never touches the fluid, so it can be carbon steel while the stub end is the alloy — a big saving.
- ASTM A182
- ASME B16.5
- EN 10204 3.1 / 3.2
- Export packing
Reviewed by the Kanak Steel & Engineering Co. technical team · Updated October 2026
What is an ASTM A335 P22 Lap Joint Flange?
- What it is
- A loose flange that sits behind a stub end welded to the pipe
- Material
- ASTM A182 F22
- Dimensions
- ASME B16.5
- Grade
- ASTM A335 P22
- Best at
- High-pressure steam and hydrogen service up to about 580 °C
ASTM A335 P22 Lap Joint Flange Specification
| Product | ASTM A335 P22 Lap Joint Flange |
|---|---|
| Material standard | ASTM A182 F22 |
| Dimensional standard | ASME B16.5 |
| Sizes | ½" – 24" (ASME B16.5) · 26" – 60" (ASME B16.47) |
| Pressure class | Class 150, 300, 400, 600, 900, 1500, 2500 · PN 6 – PN 100 |
| Facing | RF · FF · RTJ · tongue & groove |
| Bore | To match pipe schedule (state on order) |
| Testing | Chemical & mechanical per heat · NDT · impact where specified |
| Documents | EN 10204 3.1 or 3.2 on request / as specified in the PO |
When to Choose a Lap Joint Flange
A lap joint flange rotates freely, making bolt alignment easy on lines that are dismantled often. In corrosive service the flange never touches the fluid, so it can be carbon steel while the stub end is the alloy — a big saving.
- Used with a stub end (MSS SP-43 or ASME B16.9)
- Flange can be a cheaper material than the stub end
- Lower pressure rating than a weld neck
More on choosing: Lap joint flange guide.
ASTM A335 P22 Lap Joint Flange: Why P22 for lap joint flanges
A lap joint flange rotates freely, making bolt alignment easy on lines that are dismantled often. In corrosive service the flange never touches the fluid, so it can be carbon steel while the stub end is the alloy — a big saving. In ASTM A335 P22, 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 | Carbon and low-alloy flanges carry most utility, hydrocarbon and high-temperature service. ASTM A335 P22 is picked for high-pressure steam and hydrogen service up to about 580 °C. |
|---|---|
| Typical service | Power plants — High-pressure steam lines. |
| B16.5 material group | 1.10 — Group 1.10 applies to A182 F22 Class 3. Chrome-moly welds usually need PWHT; the code sets thickness exemptions. |
| Bolting | ASTM A193 B7 studs with A194 2H nuts; B16 with Gr 4 or 7 nuts where the temperature calls for it |
| Welding to carbon steel | Matching carbon or low-alloy filler is used; joints to stainless need ER309L |
| Matching filler | ER90S-B3 / E9018-B3 |
ASTM A335 P22 Lap Joint Flange Chemical Composition
Under technical review for TDS.
| Element | Current requirement |
|---|---|
| Chromium | As specified |
| Molybdenum | As specified |
| Carbon | As specified |
| Manganese | As specified |
| Silicon | As specified |
| Phosphorus | As specified |
| Sulphur | As specified |
Numerical specification requirements are published only after the applicable current standard edition has been verified. Governing specification to be verified: ASTM A335 Grade P22.
ASTM A335 P22 Lap Joint Flange Mechanical Properties
Under technical review for TDS.
| Property | Current requirement |
|---|---|
| Tensile strength | As specified |
| Yield strength 0.2% | As specified |
| Elongation | 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 A335 Grade P22 — condition per order.
Full chemistry, properties and equivalents are on the ASTM A335 P22 grade page.
Other ASTM A335 P22 flanges
ASTM A335 P22 Lap Joint Flange dimensions — ASME B16.5 Class 150 & 300
Outside diameter, thickness and bolting are set by size and class. Values in mm; thickness excludes the 1.6 mm raised face.
| NPS | Cl 150 OD | Cl 150 thickness | Cl 150 bolt circle | Cl 150 bolts | Cl 300 OD | Cl 300 thickness | Cl 300 bolt circle | Cl 300 bolts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ½" | 90 | 9.6 | 60.3 | 4 × ½" | 95 | 12.7 | 66.7 | 4 × ½" |
| 1" | 110 | 12.7 | 79.4 | 4 × ½" | 125 | 15.9 | 88.9 | 4 × ⅝" |
| 1½" | 125 | 15.9 | 98.4 | 4 × ½" | 155 | 19.1 | 114.3 | 4 × ¾" |
| 2" | 150 | 17.5 | 120.7 | 4 × ⅝" | 165 | 20.7 | 127.0 | 8 × ⅝" |
| 3" | 190 | 22.3 | 152.4 | 4 × ⅝" | 210 | 27.0 | 168.3 | 8 × ¾" |
| 4" | 230 | 22.3 | 190.5 | 8 × ⅝" | 255 | 30.2 | 200.0 | 8 × ¾" |
| 6" | 280 | 23.9 | 241.3 | 8 × ¾" | 320 | 35.0 | 269.9 | 12 × ¾" |
| 8" | 345 | 27.0 | 298.5 | 8 × ¾" | 380 | 39.7 | 330.2 | 12 × ⅞" |
| 10" | 405 | 28.6 | 362.0 | 12 × ⅞" | 445 | 46.1 | 387.4 | 16 × 1" |
| 12" | 485 | 30.2 | 431.8 | 12 × ⅞" | 520 | 49.3 | 450.8 | 16 × 1⅛" |
Full chart: ASME B16.5 flange dimensions.
ASTM A335 P22 Lap Joint Flange — questions buyers ask
Does a lap joint flange have to be the same alloy as the pipe?
No. Only the stub end touches the fluid, so the backing flange is often carbon steel, saving the cost of an alloy forging.
What pressure rating does a ASTM A335 P22 lap joint flange have?
It depends on class and temperature. ASTM A335 P22 forgings are in ASME B16.5 material group 1.10; read your class column in that group's table at the design temperature.
Can ASTM A335 P22 lap joint flanges be welded to carbon steel?
Yes — matching carbon or low-alloy filler is used; joints to stainless need ER309L.
Which standard covers ASTM A335 P22 lap joint flanges?
The material is ASTM A182 F22; dimensions follow ASME B16.5. Always state both on your purchase order, with the edition if your project specifies one.
What decides the price of a ASTM A335 P22 lap joint flange?
The steel price, the size and pressure 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