Forged Union MSS SP-83
High Pressure Forged Fittings
MSS SP-83Class 3000Socket WeldA105

Forged Socket Weld Union (Class 3000, MSS SP-83)

Socket weld union · forged A105 · MSS SP-83 · UAE stock

A three-piece forged union that lets a welded small-bore line be broken and remade without cutting pipe. Two socket ends weld to the pipe while a threaded nut pulls the ground seats together for a metal-to-metal seal.

Material
ASTM A105
Standard
MSS SP-83
Seat
Steel to steel
Sizes
1/8" – 3"
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Overview

Forged socket weld unions for maintainable high pressure lines

A socket weld union has three parts: a male end, a female end and a hex nut. Each end is fillet welded to pipe, and tightening the nut draws a precision ground spherical or conical seat into its mating face. The result is a leak-tight, metal-to-metal joint that can be undone for valve removal, equipment change-out or inspection. Forged steel unions are covered by MSS SP-83, which sets class 3000 and 6000 ratings.

Hamza Fasteners supplies class 3000 A105 socket weld unions from 1/8 to 3 inch, with integral steel seats as standard. Typical locations are next to pumps, meters, strainers and control valves on oil, gas, steam and hydraulic lines where a flange would be oversized. Threaded unions are also stocked. Ask our Dubai team for unions alongside elbows and tees for one combined quote.

Technical Data

SW Union datasheet and specifications

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

This datasheet shows representative sizes for reference only. SW Union 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.

Socket Data · MSS SP-83

Socket weld union socket data (mm)

HAMZA FASTENERS
Reference
Size (NPS)Pipe OD (mm)Min. Socket Depth J (mm)Pipe Schedule Match
1/4"13.79.5Cl 3000: Sch 80 · Cl 6000: Sch 160
3/8"17.19.5Cl 3000: Sch 80 · Cl 6000: Sch 160
1/2"21.39.5Cl 3000: Sch 80 · Cl 6000: Sch 160
3/4"26.712.5Cl 3000: Sch 80 · Cl 6000: Sch 160
1"33.412.5Cl 3000: Sch 80 · Cl 6000: Sch 160
1-1/4"42.212.5Cl 3000: Sch 80 · Cl 6000: Sch 160
1-1/2"48.312.5Cl 3000: Sch 80 · Cl 6000: Sch 160
2"60.316.0Cl 3000: Sch 80 · Cl 6000: Sch 160
3"88.916.0Cl 3000: Sch 80
Socket bore and depth follow ASME B16.11 practice as referenced by MSS SP-83. Nut and overall length vary by maker.
Datasheet · HP-SWU

Product Specification

HAMZA FASTENERS
Rev. 01
Product TypeForged union, 3-piece
MaterialASTM A105 body, nut & ends
StandardMSS SP-83
Pressure / ClassClass 3000 (6000 on request)
End ConnectionSocket weld both ends
SeatIntegral steel-to-steel ground seat
Size Range1/8" – 3" NPS
Do not weld with the nut tightened; separate the halves to protect the seat from heat.
Size
1/8" – 3"
Material
ASTM A105
Rating
Class 3000
Full range supplied — sizes, ratings & materials
Size Range
1/8" – 3"
Materials
A105 · A350 LF2 · A182 F316L on request
Standards
MSS SP-83 · ASME B16.11 sockets
Pressure
Class 3000 · 6000
Ends / Types
Socket weld · threaded · SW x NPT
Also Available
Threaded unions, couplings
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Applications

Where SW Union is used

Pump Stations

Pump & meter removal

Oil & Gas

Small-bore process lines

Steam Lines

Trap & strainer change-out

Hydraulics

Serviceable power-pack joints

Fuel Systems

Generator & tank piping

Process Plants

Valve maintenance points

Availability & Supply

SW Union 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 SW Union 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 "SW Union 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

How do I weld a socket weld union without damaging the seat?
Unscrew the nut and separate the two halves before welding, keeping the nut slid back on the pipe. Weld each end, let it cool, clean the seats, then assemble. Heat from welding a closed union can distort the seat and cause leaks.
What is the difference between a union and a coupling?
A coupling joins two pipes permanently. A union does the same job but can be taken apart by loosening the nut, so it is used where a valve, meter or piece of equipment will need removal during maintenance.
What sizes of forged union can you supply?
We supply socket weld unions from 1/8 to 3 inch in class 3000, plus threaded and socket x thread combinations. Class 6000 and low temperature or stainless versions can be arranged on request. Send your full take-off and we will confirm shelf stock in Deira the same day.
How much do socket weld unions cost in Dubai?
Price for socket weld unions depends on size, pressure class, end type and order quantity. Send your list on WhatsApp with size, class, end type and quantity and our team will reply with a same-day price from Deira, Dubai.
Do you deliver socket weld unions across the UAE, GCC and Africa?
We deliver across the UAE from Dubai, usually within one to two working days for stock sizes, and export to GCC countries and East and West Africa. Test certificates travel with the shipment when requested.
Are unions suitable for vibrating service?
Forged unions handle moderate vibration well when properly tightened, but on severe cyclic service many owners specify flanges or welded joints. Check your piping specification; some limit unions to specific sizes or utility service. Re-check nut tightness after the first heat cycle on hot service.

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