A low-pressure fitting, the SHORTSTOPP® 300D Full Encirclement 3-WAY™ Tee is used with TDW plugging machines to install permanent bypasses.
SHORTSTOPP® 300D Full Encirclement 3-WAY™ Tee Fitting
2-inch through 12-inch
Pipe type: Steel
ANSI flange class 300
ASME design code B31.4, B31.8
Maximum allowable operating pressure: 51 bar (740 psi) at 38°C (100°F)
Maximum operating pressure: 82°C (180°F) at 47 bar (675 psi)
Fitting type: Three-way tee
Extruded design type
Fittings 4-inch and larger are furnished with a flange machined to accept 300D Completion Plugs. The flange is also machined to accept the TDW SHORTPLUG™ with guide bars
Fittings undergo radiographic weld inspection in accordance with API Standard 1104
Fittings are stamped with a code number for material identification and a painted band to ensure easy alignment in the field
Installing permanent bypasses without pipeline shutdown