Pipe fitting manufacturer
Yuhuan hongqian machinery co.,ltd is a professional china custom cnc parts manufacturer. We are one of best pipe fitting manufacturer to supply various steel fitting for oversea customers ,local customers and trade companies.
We strictly control our cost and keep taking care for the quality in different region . Our pipe fittings are suitable for automotive systems, hydraulic systems, HVAC systems, gas systems, and more.
Pipe fittings cover a wide range of components, but today we will focus specifically on the production and forming of elbow fittings.
Practical Case: Carbon Steel Elbow for Machining Equipment
For elbow fitting ,the best choice of equipment is a CNC lathe.
Why i say the best ,not the one of the best . first we know the market mainly cnc machine is cnc milling , cnc lathe .
1. CNC lathe: Excels at machining rotationally symmetric parts such as cylinders, pipes, threads, and elbow fittings, achieving high precision by rotating the workpiece while the cutting tool remains fixed.
2. CNC milling: Excels at machining flat surfaces, slots, holes, and complex contours, using a rotating cutting tool while the workpiece is fixed or moved to achieve multi-sided machining.
Based on my elbow fitting photo , if you want a shape for 90 degree elbow shape , then cnc milling is a good choice but it will high cost , 4 times higher cost may be and slow production .
In our real case , already choose the better way for hot forging blank instead cnc milling . So rest is drill and thread part need cnc machine . When choose cnc machinery , cnc milling always high cost , slow ,but strong to cnc milling for flat ,holes ,and the shapes . The advantage of cnc lathe machine is outdiameter and inner diameter for round shape , groove , thread . So choose cnc turning ensure the precision and accurate for elbow fittings .
Choosing the Right Elbow Fitting Manufacturer
When sourcing custom elbow fittings, consider:
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Experience in custom metal parts manufacturing – especially threaded elbows.
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Quality control procedures – including material inspection before cnc machine , inspection of threads during cnc turning and after cnc machinery inspect finish goods.
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Ability to produce molds for forging blanks.
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Surface treatment options – plating, passivation,choose right surface treatment could enlarge pipe fitting life .
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Minimum order quantities and lead time – our MOQ is 3,000 pieces, mold production takes 15–20 days.
Elbow Fitting Manufacturer
FAQ: Custom Elbow Fittings
Q1: What surface treatments we can supply?
A: Zinc plated surface treatment is mostly common for elbow fittings .
Q2: What is the minimum order quantity?
A: The minimum is 3,000 pieces.
Q3: Is a mold required for elbow production?
A: Yes, it is necessary for open a mould for elbow fittings . It usually will takes around 15-20 days.
Q4: Can you produce threaded elbows?
A: Absolutely. we are familiar with different type thread , include bspp ,metric , npt , nptf . bspt etc.
Q5: Can you manufacture elbows in stainless steel?
A: Yes. While this article focuses on carbon steel, stainless steel elbows is higher cost for mould and quantity .stainless steel elbow fitting need water test before
send to customer , because the blank forging is different and easy to leakage.
Q6: How is corrosion resistance ensured?
A: By combining sandblasting, electroplating, and optional thicker plating layers. Stainless steel elbows use passivation or polishing for long-term protection.
Q7: What applications are suitable for these elbows?
A: Automotive, hydraulic, HVAC, gas systems, and machinery requiring high-precision threaded elbows.
Conclusion
For elbow fittings, choosing the right process is more important than using complex machines. By combining hot forging blanks with CNC lathe machining, we achieve better accuracy, stable threads, and lower production cost. With practical experience in custom elbow fittings, Yuhuan Hongqian Machinery Co., Ltd provides reliable steel pipe fittings for industrial applications.
