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Carbon Steel Spectacle Blind (Figure-8 Blind, ASME B16.48)

Spectacle blind · carbon steel · ASME B16.48 · UAE stock

A figure-8 plate fitted between two flanges with one solid end and one open ring. Swinging it round switches the line between open flow and full positive isolation for maintenance, without removing pipework.

Material
Carbon steel
Standard
ASME B16.48
Type
Spectacle / paddle & spacer
Class
150 / 300
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Overview

Spectacle Blinds for Positive Line Isolation in Dubai and the UAE

A spectacle blind is two discs joined by a web: one solid paddle and one open spacer ring. It sits between a pair of flanges and is held by the flange bolts. In normal operation the ring is in the line and flow passes through. For maintenance the bolts are loosened, the blind rotated, and the solid side closes the line. Valves can leak; a blind gives positive isolation that permit-to-work systems often require.

Hamza Fasteners supplies carbon steel spectacle blinds to ASME B16.48 for Class 150 and Class 300 raised face flanges. In larger sizes, where a single spectacle becomes heavy, separate paddle blanks and spacers are supplied. They are used in refineries, gas plants, tank farms and chemical units. Send line size, class and facing to our Dubai team for a price.

Technical Data

Spectacle Blind datasheet and specifications

Reference data for Spectacle Blind. Confirm exact size, rating and material for your order with our team.

This datasheet shows representative sizes for reference only. Spectacle Blind is supplied in the full range of sizes, ratings and materials — not a single option. Tell us what you need and we will confirm exact availability, specification and price.

Fit-up · ASME B16.48 / B16.5

Spectacle blind fit-up data (Class 150)

HAMZA FASTENERS
Reference
NPSMating Flange Bolt Circle (mm)BoltsUsual Form
1"79.44 × 1/2"Spectacle (figure-8)
2"120.74 × 5/8"Spectacle (figure-8)
3"152.44 × 5/8"Spectacle (figure-8)
4"190.58 × 5/8"Spectacle (figure-8)
6"241.38 × 3/4"Spectacle (figure-8)
8"298.58 × 3/4"Spectacle or paddle & spacer
12"431.812 × 7/8"Paddle blank & spacer
Blind thickness and OD are set by ASME B16.48 for each class; quoted per order. Form choice depends on weight and handling.
Datasheet · FL-SB

Product Specification

HAMZA FASTENERS
Rev. 01
Product TypeSpectacle blind, paddle blank, spacer
MaterialCarbon steel (plate or forged)
StandardASME B16.48
Pressure / ClassClass 150, Class 300; higher to order
FacingRaised face (RF) or RTJ
Size Range1/2" to 12" and above
Spectacle blinds add thickness to the joint; longer stud bolts are needed.
Size
1/2" – 12"
Material
Carbon steel
Rating
Class 150 / 300
Full range supplied — sizes, ratings & materials
Size Range
1/2" to 12", larger to order
Materials
Carbon steel
Standards
ASME B16.48
Pressure
Class 150, 300, 600 to order
Ends / Types
Spectacle, paddle blank, paddle spacer
Also Available
Blind flanges, gaskets and stud bolts
Request Full Datasheet & Price Need a specific size, rating or material? Send us your requirement.
Applications

Where Spectacle Blind is used

Refineries

Unit isolation

Gas Plants

Process train blinding

Tank Farms

Tank inlet isolation

Power Plants

Fuel and steam lines

Marine Terminals

Loading line isolation

Water Plants

Filter and pump isolation

Availability & Supply

Spectacle Blind supplier across the UAE, GCC and Africa

Stocked in Deira, Dubai and delivered fast across the region. Wherever you are building, we supply in stock and project quantities.

Hamza Fasteners is a trusted Spectacle Blind supplier in Dubai and across the United Arab Emirates — Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and Ajman — with regular export supply to Saudi Arabia (Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam), Qatar (Doha), Kuwait City, Oman (Muscat) and key East and West African markets including Tanzania (Dar es Salaam), Kenya (Nairobi and Mombasa), Nigeria (Lagos) and Ethiopia (Addis Ababa). Looking for a "Spectacle Blind supplier near me" or the best price in your city? Send us your requirement for a same-day quote.

United Arab Emirates

  • Dubai
  • Abu Dhabi
  • Sharjah
  • Ajman

Saudi Arabia

  • Riyadh
  • Jeddah
  • Dammam

GCC

  • Doha, Qatar
  • Kuwait City
  • Muscat, Oman

Africa

  • Tanzania
  • Kenya · Nigeria
  • Ethiopia
FAQ

Common questions

What is the difference between a spectacle blind and a blind flange?
A blind flange closes the end of a pipe. A spectacle blind fits between two flanges in the middle of a line and can be switched between open and closed. It is used for isolation without dismantling the pipework.
Why use a spectacle blind instead of just closing a valve?
Valves can pass under pressure. A spectacle blind gives positive isolation with a solid steel barrier, which is required by many safety procedures before entry into vessels or hot work on a line.
Do I need longer bolts with a spectacle blind?
Yes. The blind and the extra gasket add thickness between the flanges, so stud bolts must be longer than for a plain flange joint. We can supply matching stud bolts and gaskets.
What sizes of spectacle blinds can you supply?
We supply spectacle blinds from 1/2 inch up to around 12 inch in Class 150 and 300. Above that, or at higher classes, paddle blanks and spacers are usually used and can be supplied to order.
How much does a spectacle blind cost in Dubai?
Price depends on size, class, facing and material. Send your list on WhatsApp and Hamza Fasteners will provide a quotation. Include the facing and whether you need matching gaskets and longer stud bolts, so the full joint is priced together.
Do you deliver to plants in the UAE, GCC and Africa?
Yes. We deliver across the UAE and export to Saudi Arabia, the GCC and Africa for shutdown and project work. Shutdown orders can be packed and labelled by line number to make site distribution easier.

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