R / Pipe Threads are used in pipe assemblies where pressure tight joint is required on threads, without use of sealing compound.
Specification:
ISO Standard: Basic Dimensions : ISO 7/1 : 1994 & Gauging Practice : ISO 7/2 : 2000,,
BS & European standard : BS EN 10226 - 3 : 2005
Indian Standard : Basic Dimensions : IS 554 : 1999 & Gauging Practice : IS 8999 : 2003.
Manufacturing Range :
Taper Fullform Thread Plug - Gauge No.1
Taper Fullform Thread Plug with relief - Gauge No.2
Parallel Fullform Ring - Gauge No. 3
Taper Plain Ring - Gauge No.4.
Taper Modified Thread form Check Plug - Gauge No.5
Parallel Modified Thread form Check Ring - Gauge No. 6
Size Range covered is from pipe diameter 1/16" to 6". Above 6" & up to 12" Diameter gauges are manufactured as per
JIS B 0253 -1985 specification.
Diameter (Inch) | TPI | Type of Gauges used for checking | |||||
1/16" & 1/8" | 28 | Taper Full form Thread Plug Gauge | Taper Full form Thread Plug Gauge with relief | Parallel Full form Thread Ring Gauge | Taper Plain Ring Gauge | Taper modified Thread form Check Plug Gauge | Parallel Modified Thread form Check Ring Gauge |
1/4" & 3/8" | 19 | ||||||
1/2" & 3/4" | 14 | ||||||
1",1.1/4",1.1/2",2"' | 11 | ||||||
2.1/2" ,3", 4", 5" ,6"* |
Internal Threads | Parameters to be checked | Pitch Dia. with Major Diameter | Accommodation Length | |
Taper Rc | Gauges required - | Gauge No.1 and/or 2 | Gauge No.2 | |
Parallel Rp | Gauge No.1 and/or 2 | Gauge No.2 | ||
External Threads | Parameters to be checked | Pitch & Minor Diameters. | Accommodation Length | Major Diameter |
Always Taper 'R' | Gauges required - | Gauge No.3 | Gauge No.4 | Gauge No.4 |