Lateral Tee Fittings Manufacturer in India
Lateral Tee Fittings Manufacturer in India
Sachiya Steel International is an ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified, TÜV-approved, and MSME-registered Lateral Tee Fittings Manufacturer in India, with 20+ years of industry experience. Established in 2005, we manufacture lateral tees with a 45° branch connection for piping systems that require angled flow distribution. Our range includes equal and reducing lateral tees in seamless and welded forms, made from carbon steel, stainless steel, duplex steel, and alloy steel.
We supply lateral tee fittings in sizes from 1/2″ to 24″ NB, with run diameter, branch size, wall thickness, schedule, and material grade selected according to project drawings. EN 10204 3.1 material certificates are available for traceability and quality verification. With a manufacturing and export capacity of up to 100 tonnes per month, we supply customers across 85+ countries, supporting industrial piping projects with specification-based manufacturing and dependable delivery.
What Are Lateral Tee Fittings?
Lateral tee fittings are pipe fittings with a branch that connects to the main pipe at an angle, usually 45 degrees. Unlike standard tee fittings with a 90-degree branch, lateral tees create an angled connection that helps direct fluid into a branch line. They are commonly used in oil and gas pipelines, chemical plants, refineries and industrial piping systems where the pipe layout requires an angled branch.
These fittings are available in different sizes, material grades and wall thicknesses to suit specific operating conditions. The right lateral tee depends on the branch angle, pipe diameter, material requirements, flow conditions and applicable piping standards. Depending on the system design, lateral tees can help create practical branch connections while making efficient use of available piping space.
Lateral Tee Fittings
High-quality lateral tee fittings for industrial piping systems, designed to provide angled branch connections for efficient fluid flow. Available in sizes ½″–48″ and grades WPB, WPL6, WP304/304L and WP316/316L, these fittings are suitable for oil and gas, petrochemical, chemical, power generation, marine and engineering applications.
Lateral Tee Fittings Types We Supply
As an experienced lateral tee fittings manufacturer, we offer different designs, angles and material grades to meet the needs of industrial piping systems. Our range includes:
- Equal Lateral Tee (45°): Connects a branch and main pipe of the same diameter at a 45-degree angle.
- Reducing Lateral Tee (45°): Connects a smaller branch to a larger main pipe for different pipe sizes.
- 30° and 60° Lateral Tee: Available for piping layouts that require branch angles other than the standard 45 degrees, subject to design requirements.
- True Wye (Symmetrical Y): Splits the main flow into two branches through a Y-shaped design.
- Seamless Lateral Tee: Made from seamless pipe for applications that require seamless construction.
- Welded and Fabricated Lateral Tee: Suitable for larger sizes and custom dimensions, with weld inspection as specified.
- Stainless Steel Lateral Tee: Available in ASTM A403 WP-S, WP-W and WP-WX types for different manufacturing and inspection requirements.
- Alloy Steel Lateral Tee: Grades such as WP11, WP22 and WP91 suit high-temperature applications, including boiler and steam lines.
- Duplex and Super Duplex Lateral Tee: Used in offshore, seawater and other corrosive environments.
- Heavy-Wall Lateral Tee: Available in wall thicknesses such as Schedule 80 and XXS for applications requiring thicker walls.
We supply lateral tee fittings in different sizes, material grades and configurations to meet project drawings, operating conditions and applicable piping standards.
Why Choose Lateral Tee Fittings?
Lateral tee fittings provide an angled branch connection, usually at 45 degrees, instead of the standard 90-degree branch found in regular tee fittings. This design helps create smoother flow transitions in suitable piping layouts and can reduce sharp changes in flow direction. They are useful in oil and gas pipelines, chemical plants, refineries and other industrial systems that need angled branch connections.
Key benefits of lateral tee fittings include:
- Angled Branch Connection: Connect a branch pipe to the main line at 45 degrees.
- Improved Flow Direction: Provide a gradual change in flow direction compared with a standard 90-degree branch.
- Flexible Pipe Layouts: Help accommodate piping systems with specific space and routing requirements.
- Reduced Flow Disturbance: Can reduce abrupt flow changes in suitable system designs.
- Multiple Material Options: Available in carbon steel, stainless steel, alloy steel and other grades to suit operating conditions.
Lateral tee fittings must match the piping layout, flow requirements, material grade and operating pressure. The correct design helps ensure a reliable branch connection and supports the overall performance of the piping system.
Types of Tees Fittings
Explore our range of industrial tee fittings, including equal tees, straight tees, reducing tees, threaded tees, unequal tees, barred tees and lateral tees for diverse piping applications.
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Lateral Tee Fittings Specifications
| Property | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Lateral Tee Fittings (Y-Lateral, Wye Tee) |
| Branch Angle | 45° (30°, 60° and true wye on request) |
| Types | Equal lateral, reducing lateral, true wye |
| Size Range | 1/2" to 24" NB |
| Branch Size | 50% to 100% of the run size |
| Wall Thickness | Sch 5S, 10S, 10, 20, 30, 40, STD, 60, 80, XS, 100, 120, 140, 160, XXS |
| Materials | Carbon steel, low temperature carbon steel, alloy steel, stainless steel, duplex, super duplex, nickel alloys |
| Dimension Standards | ASME B16.9, MSS SP-43 |
| Material Standards | ASTM A234, A403, A420, A815, B366 |
| End Type | Bevel end per ASME B16.25 |
| Construction | Seamless, welded and fabricated |
| Surface Finish | Black, oil coated, pickled, sand blasted, polished |
| Heat Treatment | Normalising, stress relieving, solution annealing |
| Testing | PMI, hardness, dimensional, hydrostatic, NDT |
| Certification | EN 10204 3.1, 3.2 on request |
| How to Order | Run size × branch size, angle, schedule, grade and standard (for example: Lateral Tee 8" × 6", 45°, Sch 40, A234 WPB, ASME B16.9) |
| Custom Work | Special angles, size pairs, walls and grades |
Lateral Tee Fittings Chemical Composition
Values are in %, maximum unless a range is shown.
| Grade | C | Mn | Si | P | S | Cr | Ni | Mo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A234 WPB | 0.30 | 0.29–1.06 | 0.10 min | 0.050 | 0.058 | 0.40 | 0.40 | 0.15 |
| A403 WP304 | 0.08 | 2.00 | 1.00 | 0.045 | 0.030 | 18.0–20.0 | 8.0–11.0 | – |
| A403 WP304L | 0.035 | 2.00 | 1.00 | 0.045 | 0.030 | 18.0–20.0 | 8.0–13.0 | – |
| A403 WP316 | 0.08 | 2.00 | 1.00 | 0.045 | 0.030 | 16.0–18.0 | 10.0–14.0 | 2.0–3.0 |
| A403 WP316L | 0.035 | 2.00 | 1.00 | 0.045 | 0.030 | 16.0–18.0 | 10.0–15.0 | 2.0–3.0 |
| A403 WP321 | 0.08 | 2.00 | 1.00 | 0.045 | 0.030 | 17.0–19.0 | 9.0–12.0 | – |
| A815 UNS S31803 | 0.030 | 2.00 | 1.00 | 0.030 | 0.020 | 21.0–23.0 | 4.5–6.5 | 2.5–3.5 |
WP321 holds titanium at 5 times the carbon content (minimum). Duplex S31803 holds 0.08–0.20% nitrogen.
Lateral Tee Fittings Mechanical Properties
| Grade | Tensile Strength (MPa) | Yield Strength (MPa) | Elongation (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| A234 WPB | 415–585 | 240 min | 22 min |
| A420 WPL6 | 415–585 | 240 min | 22 min |
| A234 WP22 Class 1 | 415–585 | 205 min | 22 min |
| A403 WP304 / WP316 / WP321 | 515 min | 205 min | 28 min |
| A403 WP304L / WP316L | 485 min | 170 min | 28 min |
| A815 UNS S31803 | 620 min | 450 min | 25 min |
Lateral Tee Fittings Size Chart
| Run Size | Pipe OD (mm) | Branch Size Range (50% to 100% of Run) | Where This Lateral Tee Goes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2" | 60.3 | 1" to 2" | Small drain and sample headers |
| 3" | 88.9 | 1 1/2" to 3" | Utility drain and vent headers |
| 4" | 114.3 | 2" to 4" | Process drain and slurry branches |
| 6" | 168.3 | 3" to 6" | Ash handling and cooling water returns |
| 8" | 219.1 | 4" to 8" | Flare header and process branches |
| 10" | 273.1 | 5" to 10" | Plant drain and effluent headers |
| 12" | 323.9 | 6" to 12" | Slurry, sewage and cooling mains |
| 16" | 406.4 | 8" to 16" | Dust collection and large drain headers |
| 20" | 508.0 | 10" to 20" | Water return and effluent mains |
| 24" | 609.6 | 12" to 24" | Large header and pipeline junctions |
Lateral Tee Fittings Dimension Chart (ASME B16.9)
These values apply to standard wall (Sch 40 and STD) equal laterals. E and L give the length of the run, and D gives the branch dimension shown in the ASME B16.9 lateral drawing. All dimensions are in mm.
| NPS | Pipe OD | Standard Wall | Run Length (E and L) | Branch Dimension (D) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1" | 33.4 | 3.38 | 146 | 44 |
| 1 1/4" | 42.2 | 3.56 | 159 | 44 |
| 1 1/2" | 48.3 | 3.68 | 178 | 51 |
| 2" | 60.3 | 3.91 | 203 | 64 |
| 2 1/2" | 73.0 | 5.16 | 241 | 64 |
| 3" | 88.9 | 5.49 | 254 | 76 |
| 3 1/2" | 101.6 | 5.74 | 292 | 76 |
| 4" | 114.3 | 6.02 | 305 | 76 |
| 5" | 141.3 | 6.55 | 343 | 89 |
Heavier walls and larger sizes have longer dimensions, and we cut each lateral to the ASME B16.9 lateral table or to your drawing.
Lateral Tee Fittings Grades We Supply
From standard pipeline networks to demanding process lines, we offer lateral tee fittings in materials suited to different service conditions. Our range covers carbon steel ASTM A234 WPB for oil and gas pipelines, ASTM A420 WPL6 for cold-temperature service, and alloy steel grades WP11, WP22 and WP91 for systems exposed to high heat. Each grade serves a specific purpose based on the pipeline design and operating environment.
When corrosion resistance is a priority, we supply stainless steel ASTM A403 grades WP304, WP304L, WP316, WP316L, WP321 and WP347. Duplex and super duplex grades suit offshore installations and seawater lines, while Inconel, Monel and Hastelloy are available for specialised chemical processes. As a lateral tee fittings supplier, we offer these material options to match the fluid, temperature and service conditions specified for each application.
Lateral Tee Fittings Standards and Certifications
We manufacture lateral tee fittings to meet the dimensional, material and inspection requirements of industrial piping projects. As a lateral tee fittings supplier in India, we offer butt weld fittings to ASME B16.9 and stainless steel laterals to MSS SP-43, where applicable. Our fittings follow the relevant material and fabrication standards based on the grade and project specifications.
- Dimensional Standards: ASME B16.9 and MSS SP-43, as applicable.
- Weld End Preparation: ASME B16.25.
- Material Standards: ASTM A234 for carbon and alloy steel, ASTM A403 for stainless steel, ASTM A420 for low-temperature steel, ASTM A815 for duplex steel and ASTM B366 for nickel alloys.
- Quality Certifications: ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018.
- Inspection Documents: EN 10204 3.1 material test certificates, chemical and mechanical test reports, dimensional inspection reports and PMI reports, as required.
We can also arrange EN 10204 3.2 certification, third-party inspection and applicable PED documentation when specified for the project. These quality checks and documents help verify material details, dimensions and compliance with the required specifications.
Lateral Tee Fittings Applications
- Slurry and Mining Pipelines: Lateral tee fittings merge slurry branches into the main line with less wear than a straight tee.
- Power Plant Ash Handling: Laterals carry abrasive ash and water mixtures through junctions with less erosion at the fitting.
- Wastewater and Sewage Systems: A lateral tee lets a branch drain join a main at a slant, which keeps solids moving.
- Flare Headers: Relief lines tie into the flare header through lateral tees, which keep back pressure low during a release.
- Oil and Gas Plants: Alloy steel laterals merge process streams in gathering, separation and blowdown piping.
- Chemical Processing: Stainless steel 316L and duplex laterals merge acid, alkali and solvent streams with less turbulence.
- Dust and Air Collection: Lateral tees join branch ducts into a main collector with lower resistance, and many plants source them from a Lateral Tee Fittings Supplier in India like us.
- Pulp and Paper, Sugar and Fertilizer Plants: Laterals merge slurry, juice and effluent lines where straight tees would clog or wear.
- Cooling Water Return Headers: Laterals join several return lines into one header with lower pressure loss.
Lateral Tee Fittings Manufacturing Capacity and Export Capability
We manufacture lateral tee fittings at our Vasai facility near Mumbai, with a production capacity of up to 100 tonnes per month. Our facility handles different pipe sizes, 45-degree branch connections and material grades to meet project requirements. With in-house manufacturing and machining, we can manage orders for different specifications while maintaining control over production timelines.
We also have the capacity to export up to 100 tonnes of lateral tee fittings every month to 85+ countries. From sample orders to full container shipments, we manage export packing, documentation and freight coordination through Nhava Sheva (JNPT) and Mundra ports. This allows us to handle domestic and international orders with clear lead times and organised dispatch.
Why Choose Us as Your Lateral Tee Fittings Manufacturer in India?
Since 2005, we have been supplying industrial pipe fittings for projects across different sectors. We manufacture lateral tee fittings for angled branch connections in pipeline systems, with options to suit different pipe sizes, branch angles and operating conditions. Our experience helps us understand the dimensional and material requirements of projects in oil and gas, refineries, chemical processing and power generation.
Our lateral tee fittings are available in carbon steel ASTM A234 WPB, low-temperature steel ASTM A420 WPL6, alloy steel WP11, WP22 and WP91, and stainless steel ASTM A403 grades WP304, WP304L, WP316, WP316L, WP321 and WP347. We also offer duplex, super duplex and nickel alloy options, with manufacturing in sizes and configurations based on project specifications. Applicable standards include ASME B16.9 and MSS SP-43, depending on the fitting type.
With a monthly production and export capacity of up to 100 tonnes, we serve customers in 85+ countries. Our ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018 certifications support our quality, environmental and workplace safety systems. We focus on meeting specified requirements, providing inspection documents as needed and delivering orders within agreed schedules.
Countries We Export To
We supply high-quality lateral tee fittings to industrial customers in 85+ countries worldwide, supporting piping systems across the oil and gas, petrochemical, power generation and process industries. Our export network covers major markets across North America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia-Pacific, Africa and South America. We coordinate shipments based on order volume, destination requirements and project specifications.
Our Global Export Markets
- North America: USA, Canada and Mexico
- Europe: UK, Germany, France, Italy, the Netherlands and Spain
- Middle East: UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait and Bahrain
- Asia-Pacific: Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam and Australia
- Africa: South Africa, Nigeria, Egypt and Kenya
- South America: Brazil, Chile and Peru
Reliable Export & Shipping Support
We coordinate international shipments with suitable export packaging, shipping documentation and material certificates as required for each order. Our team also arranges freight through Nhava Sheva (JNPT) and Mundra ports to support deliveries to customers across global markets. Whether you need lateral tee fittings for a single order or a large industrial project, we work to ensure that your export requirements are handled efficiently, from order preparation to shipment.