Midland Industries
Midland 316 Stainless Steel Threaded Flange
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Description
Midland 316 Stainless Steel Threaded Flange
Midland 316 Stainless Steel Threaded Flanges provide a secure threaded flange connection for compatible piping systems where welding is not practical, preferred, or permitted.
Manufactured from corrosion-resistant Type 316 stainless steel, these flanges feature precision-machined female NPT threads and a raised face sealing surface for dependable gasket performance. Their threaded design makes them well suited for maintenance, retrofit, chemical processing, water treatment, marine, food processing, and other compatible industrial piping applications.
Product Highlights
- Midland threaded flange
- Type 316 stainless steel construction
- Female NPT threaded connection
- Raised Face (RF) sealing surface
- Corrosion-resistant construction
- Precision-machined threaded bore
- Precision-machined gasket seating surface
- Designed for installations where welding is not preferred
- Suitable for maintenance and retrofit applications
- Available in multiple pipe sizes
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Threaded Flange |
|---|---|
| Brand | Midland |
| Material | 316 Stainless Steel |
| Connection Type | Female NPT |
| Face Style | Raised Face (RF) |
| Installation Method | Threaded |
| Welding Required | No |
| Available Sizes | Multiple Pipe Sizes |
| Primary Function | Threaded Pipe-to-Flange Connection |
| Typical Applications | Chemical Processing, Water Treatment, Food Processing, Marine, Maintenance, Retrofit, and Compatible Industrial Piping Systems |
Flange Configuration
Female NPT Bore
The internally threaded bore allows the flange to connect directly to compatible male NPT pipe without requiring a welded joint.
Raised Face
The raised sealing surface provides a defined gasket seating area for dependable bolted flange connections.
316 Stainless Steel Body
The stainless steel flange body provides excellent corrosion resistance for demanding and compatible service environments.
Construction Details
The flange is manufactured from Type 316 stainless steel for excellent durability and resistance to corrosion in compatible industrial environments.
Precision-machined female NPT threads provide a secure threaded pipe connection while eliminating the need for welding during installation.
The raised face provides a consistent gasket seating surface to support reliable sealing when assembled with a compatible mating flange, gasket, and properly installed hardware.
Why Choose a Threaded Flange?
No Welding Required
- Threads directly onto compatible pipe
- Reduces hot-work requirements
- Useful where welding is restricted
- Simplifies many field installations
- Convenient for retrofit work
Maintenance Friendly
- Can be removed from threaded piping
- Useful for equipment connections
- Supports system modifications
- Convenient for maintenance work
- Allows easier assembly and disassembly
316 Stainless Steel Construction
Corrosion Resistance
316 stainless steel provides excellent corrosion resistance and improved performance in many chloride-containing and aggressive process environments.
Industrial Durability
The stainless steel construction provides dependable mechanical strength and long service life when used within suitable operating conditions.
Raised Face Design
Defined Gasket Area
The raised face concentrates gasket contact around the primary sealing surface to support dependable flange sealing.
Bolted Connection
When paired with the correct mating flange, gasket, and hardware, the raised face supports a secure leak-resistant flange joint.
Typical Applications
Industrial & Process Systems
- Chemical processing
- Water treatment
- Industrial utility piping
- Process support systems
- Equipment connections
Specialty & Maintenance Applications
- Marine environments
- Food processing
- Maintenance piping
- Retrofit installations
- Locations where welding is restricted
Threaded Flange vs. Welded Flange
Threaded Flange
A threaded flange screws directly onto compatible male-threaded pipe, allowing installation without welding and simplifying many maintenance or retrofit applications.
Welded Flange
A welded flange is permanently joined to the piping system and may be preferred where welded construction is required by the piping specification.
Our valve, fitting, and industrial product specialists can help review your valve size, FIP connection requirements, pressure rating, handle configuration, media compatibility, and application before you order.
Email the GetPipe.com Team Visit Quick SupportFrequently Asked Questions
What type of flange is this?
This is a 316 stainless steel threaded flange with a raised face sealing surface.
What material is the flange made from?
The supplied product information identifies Type 316 stainless steel construction.
What type of thread does it use?
The flange uses a precision-machined female NPT threaded connection.
What does RF mean?
RF means raised face, referring to the elevated gasket sealing surface on the flange face.
Does installation require welding?
No. The threaded connection allows the flange to install directly onto compatible male NPT pipe.
Why choose 316 stainless steel?
316 stainless steel provides excellent corrosion resistance and is commonly selected for demanding industrial, marine, chemical, and process environments.
Is a gasket required?
Yes. Use a gasket compatible with the raised face configuration, mating flange, pressure, temperature, and intended media.
What applications are these flanges suitable for?
The supplied product information identifies chemical processing, water treatment, food processing, marine, maintenance, retrofit, and other compatible industrial piping applications.
What should I verify before ordering?
Confirm nominal pipe size, female NPT thread size, pressure class, flange dimensions, face style, gasket requirements, and material compatibility before ordering.
Important Ordering & Installation Notes
- This listing is for Midland 316 Stainless Steel Threaded Flanges.
- Confirm the required nominal pipe and flange size before ordering.
- Connections are female NPT.
- Verify the required flange pressure class before installation.
- Confirm raised face compatibility with the mating flange.
- Use an appropriate NPT thread sealant or PTFE tape where permitted.
- Avoid excessive thread tightening that could damage the flange or connected pipe.
- Select a gasket compatible with the media, pressure, temperature, and flange faces.
- Use compatible bolts, nuts, and washers for the flange assembly.
- Ensure mating flange faces are clean and properly aligned before bolting.
- Tighten flange bolts using the recommended cross-pattern sequence.
- Do not use flange bolts to pull severely misaligned piping into position.
- Verify 316 stainless steel compatibility with the intended media and environment.
- Verify system pressure and temperature requirements before placing the connection into service.
- Install according to applicable piping standards, project requirements, and manufacturer recommendations.
