ASME B16.48 Specification, ASME B16.48 Production Standards, ASME B16.

48 Line
Blanks, ASME B16.48 Figure-8 Blank, ASME B16.48 Paddle Blank, ASME B16.48 Paddle
Spacer,

1. ASME B16.48 Specification Definitions

ASME B16.48 Figure-8 Blank

A figure-8 blank (also called a spectacle blank) is a pressure-retaining plate with one solid
end and one open end connected with a web or
tie bar.

ASME B16.48 Paddle Blank

A paddle blank is similar to the solid end of a figure-8 blank. It has a plain radial handle. It is
generally used in conjunction with a paddle
spacer in large sizes.

ASME B16.48 Paddle Spacer

A paddle spacer is similar to the open end of a figure-8 blank. It has a plain radial handle. It
is generally used in conjunction with a paddle blank.
2. ASME B16.48 Line Blank Size Requirements
- Nominal Pipe Size (NPS): ASME B16.48 covers line blanks for nominal pipe sizes
ranging from NPS 1/2 to NPS 24.
- Pressure Ratings: The ASME B16.48 standard provides specifications for line blanks in
pressure classes 150, 300, 600, 900, 1500, and 2500.
- Dimensions: The standard specifies the outside diameter (OD), thickness, and bore
dimensions for each size and pressure class. These dimensions ensure compatibility with
standard flanges and piping systems.

Pressure Class 150

Outside Ø Inside Ø Center Line THK Web Width
NPS
A B C t W

1/2 45 16 60 3 38

3/4 54 21 70 3 38

1 64 27 80 3 38

1.1/4 73 42 90 6.4 38

1.1/2 83 48 100 6.4 38

2 102 61 120 6.4 51

2.1/2 107 73 140 6.4 51

3 133 89 150 6.4 64

3.1/2 159 102 175 9.7 64

4 172 114 190 9.7 64

5 194 141 215 9.7 76

6 219 168 240 12.7 76

8 276 219 300 12.7 76

10 337 273 360 15.7 102

12 406 324 430 19.1 102

14 448 356 475 19.1 108

16 511 406 460 22.4 108

18 546 457 580 25.4 114

20 603 508 635 28.4 121

24 714 610 750 31.8 140

Pressure Class 300

Outside Ø Inside Ø Center Line THK Web Width
NPS
A B C t W

1/2 51 16 65 6.4 38

3/4 64 21 80 6.4 38

1 70 27 90 6.4 38

1.1/4 79 42 100 6.4 38

1.1/2 92 48 115 6.4 38

2 108 61 125 9.7 51

2.1/2 127 73 150 9.7 51

3 146 89 170 9.7 64

3.1/2 162 102 185 12.7 64

4 178 114 200 12.7 64

5 213 141 235 15.7 76

6 248 168 270 15.7 76

8 305 219 330 22.4 76

10 359 273 385 25.4 102

12 419 324 450 28.4 102

14 483 356 515 31.8 108

16 536 406 570 38.1 108

18 594 457 630 41.1 114

20 651 508 685 44.5 121

24 772 610 810 50.8 140

Pressure Class 600

Outside Ø Inside Ø Center Line THK Web Width
NPS
A B C t W

1/2 51 16 65 6.4 38

3/4 64 21 80 6.4 38

1 70 27 90 6.4 57

1.1/4 79 37 100 9.7 57

1.1/2 92 43 115 9.7 67

2 108 55 125 9.7 57

2.1/2 127 67 150 12.7 67

3 146 83 170 12.7 67

3.1/2 159 96 185 15.7 76

4 191 108 215 15.7 76

5 238 135 265 19.1 86

6 264 162 290 22.4 86

8 318 212 350 28.4 95

10 397 265 430 35.1 105

12 454 315 490 41.1 105

14 489 346 525 44.5 114

16 562 397 605 50.8 124

18 610 448 655 53.8 133

20 679 497 725 63.5 133

24 787 597 840 73.2 152

Pressure Class 900

Outside Ø Inside Ø Center Line THK Web Width
NPS
A B C t W
1/2 60 16 80 6.4 38

3/4 67 21 90 6.4 41

1 76 27 100 6.4 57

1.1/4 86 37 110 9.7 57

1.1/2 95 43 125 9.7 67

2 140 55 165 12.7 57

2.1/2 162 67 190 12.7 67

3 165 83 190 15.7 67

4 203 108 235 19.1 76

5 244 135 280 22.4 86

6 286 162 320 25.4 86

8 356 212 395 35.1 95

10 432 265 470 41.1 105

12 495 315 535 47.8 105

14 518 346 560 53.8 114

16 572 397 615 60.5 124

18 635 448 685 66.5 133

20 696 497 750 73.2 133

24 835 597 900 88.9 152

3. ASME B16.48 Material Requirements

- Material Specifications: ASME B16.48 Line Blanks can be made from various materials,
including carbon steel, alloy steel, stainless steel, and other materials that meet the
mechanical and chemical requirements specified by ASME.
- Material Standards: The materials used should conform to recognized standards like
ASTM, ASME, or equivalent.
- Corrosion Resistance: Depending on the application, materials selected should have
adequate corrosion resistance.

Material required for asme b16.48 line blanks commonly are:

ASTM A105 for forged carbon steel flange

ASTM A350 for forged carbon steel, low alloy steel flange
ASTM A694 for high yield carbon steel flange
ASTM A182 for alloy steel flange, duplex steel and stainless steel flange
ASTM B564 for nickel alloy flange
4. Marking Requirements
- Identification Markings: Each line blank must be marked with the manufacturer's name
or trademark, the material grade, size (NPS), and pressure class.
- Heat Number: The heat number or material identification number should be stamped
on the line blank for traceability.
- Service Designation: The marking must include the designation "B16.48" to indicate
compliance with the ASME standard.
- Direction of Flow: For items like asme b16.48 spectacle blinds, the orientation or
direction of flow (open or closed) should be clearly marked.

5. ASME B16.48 Testing Requirements

- Hydrostatic Testing: ASME B16.48 line blanks are typically not required to undergo
hydrostatic testing by the manufacturer, as they are considered a static component when
used in piping systems. However, when they are assembled as part of a piping system, the
system as a whole may be subject to pressure testing.
- Material Testing: The material used for manufacturing line blanks must meet the
specified mechanical properties (such as tensile strength, yield strength, and elongation) and
must pass non-destructive testing (NDT) where required by the applicable material
specification.
- Impact Testing: For certain materials or applications, impact testing (Charpy V-notch)
may be required, especially for materials used in low-temperature service.

6. Design Considerations
- Thickness: The thickness of ASME B16.48 Figure-8 Blanks must be sufficient to handle
the pressure class and prevent deformation under operating conditions.
- Gaskets: When using ASME B16.48 Paddle Blank and ASME B16.48 Paddle Spacer
appropriate gaskets must be used to ensure a leak-proof seal.

This standard ensures that line blanks are manufactured to consistent quality and safety
levels, compatible with other piping components and suitable for various industrial
applications.