Serving the dynamic growth of Addis Ababa and the wider Ethiopian industrial landscape, Desta Steel proudly provides robust and reliable solutions for critical infrastructure. We specialize in supplying high-performance Carbon Steel WPHY 42 Pipe Fittings, a cornerstone component for demanding projects across the nation. Our commitment goes beyond simple supply; we aim to be a trusted partner by ensuring these essential fixtures meet the highest standards of quality and durability, empowering the construction and energy sectors that are building Ethiopia’s future.
The strength of WPHY 42 fittings comes from their carefully balanced composition, primarily iron and carbon, enhanced with elements like manganese for toughness. This specific formulation grants them excellent mechanical properties, including a minimum yield strength of 42,000 psi, which allows them to resist deforming under high pressure. They offer good tensile strength and are engineered to maintain their integrity in challenging service conditions, providing a dependable and resilient link within any piping system.
| Specifications | ASTM A860/ ASME SA860 |
|---|---|
| Grade | WPHY 42 |
| Dimension | ASME/ ANSI B16.9 | BS10 | ASME B16.28 | BS1560 | BS4504 | MSS-SP-43 |
| Thickness of Fittings | SCH 10, SCH20, SCH 30, STD SCH 40, SCH 60, XS, SCH80, SCH100, SCH 120, SCH 140, SCH160, XXS available with NACE MR 01-75 |
| Types | Seamless | Welded | Fabricated |
| Bending Radius | R= 1D, 8D, 3D, 2D, 6D, 5D, 10D |
| Size Range | ½” NB to 24″ NB in Sch 10s, 40s, 80s, 160s, XXS. (DN6~DN100) |
| Size Ranges | Seamless ButtWeld Fitting: From 1/2″ – 10″ Welded ButtWeld Fitting: From 1/2″ – 48″ |
| Process of Manufacturing | Push, Press, Cast, Forge. |
| Grade | P | Mn | S | Si | Ni | Cr | Mo | Cu | Ti | Cb | V | Al |
| WPHY42 | 1.00-1.45 | 0.20 | 0.03 | 0.01 | 0.15-0.40 | 0.50 | 0.30 | 0.25 | 0.35 | 0.10 | 0.05 | 0.04 |
| Tensile Strength | Yield Strength (0.2%Offset) | Elongation |
| 515-690 | 415 | 28 % |
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
| Nominal Pipe Size | Outside Diameter | Caps | Straight Tees | Straight Crosses | Stub Ends | |||
| inch | mm | inch | Length (inch) | Center to End (inch) | Center to End (inch) | Lap Diameter (inch) | Long Length (inch) | Short Length (inch) |
| 1/2 | 21.3 | 0.840 | 1 | 1 | – | 1 3/8 | 3 | 2 |
| 3/4 | 26.7 | 1.050 | 1 | 1 1/8 | – | 1 11/16 | 3 | 2 |
| 1 | 33.4 | 1.315 | 1 1/2 | 1 1/2 | 1 1/2 | 2 | 4 | 2 |
| 1 1/4 | 42.2 | 1.660 | 1 1/2 | 1 7/8 | 1 7/8 | 2 1/2 | 4 | 2 |
| 1 1/2 | 48.3 | 1.900 | 1 1/2 | 2 1/4 | 2 1/4 | 2 7/8 | 4 | 2 |
| 2 | 60.3 | 2.375 | 1 1/2 | 2 1/2 | 2 1/2 | 3 5/8 | 6 | 2 1/2 |
| 2 1/2 | 73.0 | 2.875 | 1 1/2 | 3 | 3 | 4 1/8 | 6 | 2 1/2 |
| 3 | 88.9 | 3.500 | 2 | 3 3/8 | 3 3/8 | 5 | 6 | 2 1/2 |
| 3 1/2 | 101.6 | 4.000 | 2 1/2 | 3 3/4 | 3 3/4 | 5 1/2 | 6 | 3 |
| 4 | 114.3 | 4.500 | 2 1/2 | 4 1/8 | 4 1/8 | 6 3/16 | 6 | 3 |
| 5 | 141.3 | 5.563 | 3 | 4 7/8 | 4 7/8 | 7 5/16 | 8 | 3 |
| 6 | 168.3 | 6.625 | 3 1/2 | 5 5/8 | 5 5/8 | 8 1/2 | 8 | 3 1/2 |
| 8 | 219.1 | 8.625 | 4 | 7 | 7 | 10 5/8 | 8 | 4 |
| 10 | 273.1 | 10.750 | 5 | 8 1/2 | 8 1/2 | 12 3/4 | 10 | 5 |
| 12 | 323.9 | 12.750 | 6 | 10 | 10 | 15 | 10 | 6 |
Desta Steel is a top manufacturer and supplier of high-quality Carbon Steel A234 WPB Pipe Fittings products in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Specializing in steel solutions, we provide a wide range of products, including Carbon Steel, Alloy Steel, Mild Steel and Galvanized Steel. Our offerings include Pipes, Tubes, Flanges, Pipe Fittings, Forged Fittings, Sheets and Plates. Known for our reliable delivery and superior customer service, we are committed to offering top-tier steel materials that ensure durability and performance across a wide range of industrial applications. We strive to meet the highest standards, making us a trusted partner for all your steel needs.
These versatile fittings are essential in sectors where safety and reliability are non-negotiable. You will find them forming the crucial connections in oil and gas pipelines, power generation plants, and complex petrochemical refineries. They are equally vital for large-scale industrial plumbing, high-pressure water systems, and supporting the infrastructure for major construction projects. Essentially, wherever there is a need to convey fluids or gases under significant pressure, WPHY 42 fittings provide the trusted, secure connections that keep operations running smoothly and safely.
Desta Steel is a leading manufacturer, supplier and exporter of high-quality Carbon Steel, Alloy Steel, Mild Steel and Galvanized Steel products. Our extensive product range includes Pipes, Tubes, Flanges, Pipe Fittings, Forged Fittings, Sheets and Plates, catering to various industries in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
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