Description
Buttweld 90° Short Radius Elbow – Steel
Our Buttweld 90° Short Radius Elbows are engineered for efficient directional changes in areas with limited space. Unlike long-radius elbows, these fittings have a centre-to-face dimension equal to the pipe’s nominal diameter, allowing for a sharper, more compact turn. Manufactured from mild steel with bevelled ends, they create a strong, leak-proof welded joint that is integral to high-pressure and high-integrity piping systems in industrial plants, process lines, and structural frameworks.
Key Specifications
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Type: Butt-weld Elbow, 90°, Short Radius (SR)
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Material: Mild Steel
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Angle: 90 degrees
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Radius: Short (Centre-to-face = 1 x Nominal Diameter)
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Standard: Manufactured to ASME/ANSI B16.9
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Ends: Bevelled for welding
Why Choose a 90° Short Radius Elbow?
You choose a short-radius elbow when you need to make a tight 90-degree turn to navigate around obstacles or fit a pipe run into a confined space. It is a critical fitting for optimising layout in crowded plant rooms, machinery, and compact structural designs, while still maintaining the strength and reliability of a butt-welded connection.
Primary Applications
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Compact pipe runs in industrial processing plants
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Tight corners in machinery and equipment piping
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Structural pipework where space is limited
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HVAC and mechanical service installations
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Modifications and repairs in existing, congested pipe systems
Customisation & Sourcing
We stock a range of common sizes. If you require a specific nominal pipe size (NPS), schedule (wall thickness), or material grade not listed, please contact our sales team to check availability and receive a quote for your needs.
Important Ordering Information
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All listed prices exclude GST and may change.
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Specify the Nominal Pipe Size (NPS) and Schedule (e.g., Sch 40, Sch 80) when ordering.
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Not all sizes are held in our warehouse. Please contact us for stock availability.
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Confirm the required radius (Short vs. Long) with your engineering specifications.
Simple Ordering Process
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Determine the pipe size and schedule for your system.
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Select the corresponding 90° Short Radius Elbow from the listed options.
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Add the required quantity to your cart and proceed to checkout. No payment is required.
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Our sales team contacts you to confirm final pricing, stock, and delivery.
For a comprehensive overview of our product range, download our current Steel Price List.
Why Choose Melsteel?
We supply the essential fittings for professional pipework. Our range includes both standard and space-saving options like short-radius elbows, ensuring you have the right components for any layout challenge, backed by our ability to source speciality items.
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