Stainless Steel 180° Return Bend
The Stainless Steel 180° Return Bend is a precision-engineered pipe fitting designed to reverse the flow direction within a piping system. Manufactured using high-grade stainless steel, this return bend ensures excellent resistance to corrosion, oxidation, and high temperatures, making it suitable for demanding industrial environments. It is commonly used in heat exchangers, condensers, chemical plants, and process pipelines where complete directional change and efficient fluid flow are required.
Key Features of Stainless Steel 180° Return Bend
- Material Strength – Constructed from high-quality stainless steel (SS 304, SS 316, etc.) for superior durability.
- Corrosion Resistance – Withstands harsh chemicals, moisture, and aggressive industrial fluids.
- Smooth Flow Transition – Provides a seamless 180° direction change with minimal pressure loss.
- High Temperature Tolerance – Suitable for steam, hot gases, and high-temperature liquids.
- Versatile Use – Widely applied in chemical, petrochemical, oil & gas, food processing, and water treatment industries.
- Variety of Sizes – Available in multiple diameters, thicknesses, and pressure ratings to match different piping requirements.
- Standards Compliance – Manufactured as per ANSI, ASME, DIN, and other international standards.
Technical Information
| Parameter | Details |
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Product Name |
Stainless Steel 180° Return Bend |
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Material Grades |
SS 304, SS 304L, SS 316, SS 316L, SS 321, Duplex Stainless Steel |
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Standards |
ASME B16.9, MSS-SP-75, DIN, JIS, ASTM |
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Sizes Available |
½” to 48” (custom sizes available) |
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Bend Angle |
180° (U-Bend / Return Bend) |
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Thickness (Schedule) |
SCH 10, SCH 20, SCH 40, SCH 80, SCH 120, SCH 160, SCH XXS |
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End Connection |
Butt-Weld, Seamless, Welded |
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Surface Finish |
Polished, Pickled, Sandblasted, Mirror Finish |
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Pressure Rating |
PN6, PN10, PN16, PN25, PN40, Class 150 – 2500 |
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Temperature Range |
-196°C to +870°C (depending on material grade) |
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Applications |
Heat exchangers, condensers, power plants, chemical plants, petrochemicals, HVAC, food processing |
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Manufacturing Process |
Hot forming, cold forming, mandrel bending, seamless extrusion |
Stainless Steel Pipe Fittings
Custom Product Manufacturing Available
If you are searching for customized product designs that meet your requirements, don’t worry. Petron Thermoplast also offers custom product manufacturing services to meet the unique needs of various industries. Work with our expert engineers to create custom designs suited for your application.
