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Brass Manifold Forged

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We offer our clients wide range of Brass Manifold Forged that are suitable for low and high pressure installation. These are outsourced from our authentic vendors who are selected based on their market credibility.

Brass Manifolds and Pipe Manifolds:

Brass manifolds are essential components in fluid distribution systems, commonly used in hydraulic, pneumatic, and plumbing applications. Traditional brass manifolds are typically manufactured from forged or machined brass bar stock, with C36000 (free-cutting brass) and C37700 (forging brass) being the most common grades due to their excellent machinability and corrosion resistance. Brass Manifolds, Stainless Steel manifolds, Aluminum manifolds are offered with BSP threads, NPT threads, BSPT threads, NPSM threads, UNC- UNF -UNS threads etc.

Construction and Design The standard construction of brass manifolds involves a main body with multiple ports arranged linearly or radially. These ports can be configured for input and output connections, with the internal channels precisely machined to ensure optimal flow distribution. Wall thickness typically ranges from 3mm to 8mm, depending on the pressure rating requirements and overall size of the manifold.

Common Thread Types and Sizes Brass manifolds commonly feature NPT (National Pipe Thread) connections in North America, while BSPP (British Standard Parallel Pipe) and BSPT (British Standard Pipe Taper) are prevalent in European and Asian markets. Thread sizes typically range from 1/8″ to 2″ for standard applications, with the most common sizes being 1/4″, 3/8″, and 1/2″. For specialized applications, metric thread patterns like M10x1.0 or M12x1.5 may be specified.

Material Alternatives While brass remains the primary choice, several alternative materials offer specific advantages:

Bronze manifolds, particularly silicon bronze (C87600) or phosphor bronze (C51000), provide enhanced strength and wear resistance compared to brass, making them suitable for marine applications and aggressive environments.

Aluminum manifolds, typically manufactured from 6061-T6 or 7075-T6 alloys, offer significant weight reduction (approximately 65% lighter than brass) and are popular in automotive and aerospace applications. However, they may require surface treatment for corrosion protection.

Stainless steel manifolds, commonly made from 316L or 304 grades, provide superior corrosion resistance and higher pressure ratings. They’re preferred in food processing, chemical handling, and marine environments where brass might be unsuitable. These Manifolds and Pipe manifolds are made on CNC machined where we also manufacture and supply Aluminum Parts and components, Stainless Steel parts and Stainless Steel components, Bronze parts, Bronze Components. Brass Parts and Brass Components to user drawings.

The Brass manifolds, Bronze Manifolds, are used with hydraulic fittings, pneumatic fittings and fluid power industry.

Surface Treatments and Finishing Brass manifolds can be enhanced with various surface treatments. Chrome plating offers improved wear resistance and aesthetic appeal, while nickel plating provides enhanced corrosion protection. For aluminum manifolds, hard anodizing increases surface hardness and corrosion resistance, with typical coating thicknesses ranging from 25 to 50 microns.

Pressure Ratings and Testing Standard brass manifolds typically carry pressure ratings from 150 PSI to 1000 PSI, depending on design and wall thickness. Each manifold should undergo pressure testing at 1.5 times the rated working pressure. For high-pressure applications, stainless steel variants can handle pressures up to 5000 PSI or more.

Installation Considerations When installing brass manifolds, it’s crucial to use appropriate thread sealants compatible with the service fluid. PTFE tape or anaerobic thread sealants are commonly used. For parallel threads (BSPP), bonded seals or O-rings are typically required to ensure leak-free connections. Proper torque values must be observed to prevent thread damage, typically ranging from 15 to 50 ft-lbs depending on thread size.

Custom Configurations Modern manufacturing techniques allow for custom manifold configurations, including special port arrangements, integrated mounting brackets, or custom thread combinations. These can be produced through CNC machining or, for higher volumes, investment casting followed by precision machining of critical surfaces.

The choice between materials and configurations ultimately depends on specific application requirements, including operating pressure, temperature range, chemical compatibility, and cost considerations. The versatility of brass, combined with its excellent machinability and cost-effectiveness, continues to make it the preferred choice for many standard manifold applications. Our range of Brass Fittings, Bronze Fittings, Pipe fittings, Aluminium fittings, Stainless Steel fittings is ell accepted around the world.

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