BOTHWELL® FORGED STEEL CAP SOCKET WELD
The Bothwell® Forged Steel Socket Weld Cap is a high-pressure end closure fitting designed to seal the open end of a pipe with a permanent, leak-tight weld. Manufactured from durable ASTM A105 forged steel and compliant with ASME B16.11, this socket weld cap delivers exceptional strength and reliable performance for oil & gas, chemical processing, petrochemical and power generation pipelines across UAE and GCC.
Specifications
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Type | Cap, Socket Weld |
| Brand | Bothwell® (Taiwan) |
| Body Material | Forged Steel (ASTM A105 or equivalent) |
| Pressure Class | Class 3000 and 6000 (Class 9000 for 1/2″–2″) |
| Size Range | 1/8″ to 4″ (Class 3000 / 6000), custom on request |
| Temperature Range | -50°C to +200°C (depending on material and service) |
| Connection Type | Socket Weld |
| Standards | ASTM A105, ASME B16.11 |
| Function | Permanent end closure for pipelines |
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Key Features
- Genuine Bothwell® brand — a trusted Taiwan-based manufacturer of high-pressure forged steel fittings
- Pipe end closure design for permanently sealing the open end of a pipe
- Forged steel construction (ASTM A105) for exceptional strength compared to cast equivalents
- Socket weld connection delivers a permanent, leak-tight seal for critical high-pressure service
- Multiple pressure classes — Class 3000 and 6000 standard, with Class 9000 available for 1/2″ to 2″
- Wide size range from 1/8″ up to 4″ to suit most pipe end-cap requirements
- Wide temperature range from -50°C to +200°C for cryogenic-adjacent and high-temperature service
- Standards compliant with ASTM A105 and ASME B16.11 for verified quality and safety
- Excellent corrosion and stress resistance for long-term performance in harsh environments
- Ideal for pipeline terminations — testing, maintenance shutoffs and future tie-in points
- Ideal for oil & gas, chemical processing, petrochemical, power generation and process piping systems across UAE and GCC
