Pipe Fittings

Branch Connection Fittings

Olet Fittings for Branch Outlet Connections from Larger to Smaller Pipes — Manufactured as per ASME B16.11 / MSS SP-95 / MSS SP-97

Branch Connection Fittings
ASME B16.11 / MSS SP-97

Product Overview

Branch Connection Fittings (Olets)

Branch Connection Fittings (also known as O'lets) are fittings which provide an outlet from a larger pipe to a smaller one (or one of the same size). The main pipe onto which the branch connection is welded is usually called the Run or Header Size.

Type

Weldolet, Sockolet, Threadolet, Latrolet, Elbolet, Nippolet, Sweepolet

Dim. Standard

ASME B16.11 / MSS SP-95 / MSS SP-97

Grade

ASTM/ASME A105, A350 LF2 & A182 Gr. F5, F11, F22, F51, F52, F91, F92, F304, F304H, F304L, F310, F316, F316L, F317, F317L, F321 & F347

Class

3000# & 6000# & 9000# & Sch.10 to Sch.XXS

Branch Size

1/2" NB TO 4" NB

Pipe (Run) Size

2" NB TO 48" NB

Types

Olet Range

Weldolet
Weldolet
Weldolet

Butt weld branch outlet fitting for high-pressure, high-temperature piping systems. Provides full reinforcement to the run pipe.

Sockolet
Sockolet
Sockolet

Socket weld branch outlet for small bore high-pressure piping. Branch pipe is inserted into the socket and fillet welded.

Threadolet
Threadolet
Threadolet

Threaded branch outlet fitting for small bore piping where a threaded connection is required on the branch.

Latrolet
Latrolet
Latrolet

Lateral branch outlet fitting providing a 45° branch connection on the run pipe for angled flow diversion.

Elbolet
Elbolet
Elbolet

Branch outlet fitting used on elbows to provide an instrumentation or drain connection on a 90° elbow.

Nippolet
Nippolet
Nippolet

Combined branch outlet and nipple fitting providing a direct threaded or plain end branch connection on the run pipe.

Sweepolet
Sweepolet
Sweepolet

Contoured butt weld branch outlet with a smooth sweep radius, reducing stress concentration and turbulence at the branch.

Technical Data

Dimensional Standards

Parameter Standard Specification
Dim. Standard ASME B16.11 / MSS SP-95 / MSS SP-97
Branch Size (NPS) 1/2" NB TO 4" NB
Pipe (Run/Header) Size 2" NB TO 48" NB
Class 3000# & 6000# & 9000#
Schedule Sch.10 to Sch.XXS
Grade ASTM/ASME A105, A350 LF2 & A182 Gr. F5, F11, F22, F51, F52, F91, F92, F304, F304H, F304L, F310, F316, F316L, F317, F317L, F321 & F347

Material Range

Available Grades

Stainless Steel
ASTM / ASME A182 F
F304F304HF304L F310F316F316L F317F317LF321F347
Carbon Steel
ASTM / ASME A105
A105
ASTM / ASME A350 (Low Temp)
LF2
Alloy Steel
ASTM / ASME A182 F
F5F11F22 F51F52F91F92

End Use

Key Applications

Oil & Gas

Branch connections on headers and run pipes in refineries and upstream piping.

Power Plants

High-pressure steam line branch connections and boiler piping systems.

Petrochemical

Process piping branch outlets in chemical plants and petrochemical facilities.

Industrial

Instrumentation tapping, drain and vent connections on industrial pipelines.

Quality Assurance

Testing & Inspection

Hydrostatic Test
Ultrasonic Test
Radiography (RT)
Magnetic Particle (MT)
Dye Penetrant (PT)
PMI Testing
Chemical Analysis
Mechanical Testing

ISO 9001:2015 Certified

PED 2014/68/EU Approved

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Branch Connection Fittings (O'lets) are fittings that provide an outlet from a larger run pipe to a smaller branch pipe (or same size). They are welded directly onto the run/header pipe and eliminate the need for a tee fitting, saving weight and cost.

A Weldolet uses a butt weld connection on the branch pipe and is used for larger bore, high-pressure applications. A Sockolet uses a socket weld connection and is used for small bore piping (NPS 2 or smaller) in high-pressure systems.

Our branch connection fittings are manufactured as per ASME B16.11, MSS SP-95 and MSS SP-97 covering forged branch outlet fittings for socket weld, threaded and butt weld connections.