2-1/2" Schedule 40 Short Radius 90° Elbow 304 Stainless

2-1/2" Schedule 40 Short Radius 90° Elbow – 304 Stainless Steel

PNW Sanitary 304 stainless steel Schedule 40 short radius 90° elbows are precision-manufactured butt-weld fittings designed for nominal pipe size (NPS) stainless piping systems. This fitting provides a compact 90-degree directional change with short-radius geometry, making it well suited for installations where space constraints or tight piping layouts require a reduced centerline radius while maintaining increased wall thickness for strength and durability.

Constructed from 304 stainless steel and manufactured in accordance with ASTM A403/A960 material standards and ASME B16.9 dimensional requirements, this elbow delivers consistent weld fit-up and dependable performance. Schedule 40 wall thickness offers greater structural integrity and pressure capability compared to lighter schedules, making it appropriate for demanding mechanical, fabrication, and industrial applications. Ends are factory-beveled for secure and efficient butt-weld installation. Fittings are ink-stamped “Ace Race Parts” for manufacturing identification.

Features

• Material: 304 stainless steel
• Wall thickness: Schedule 40
• Geometry: Short radius 90° elbow for compact layouts
• Standards: ASTM A403/A960
• Dimensions: ASME B16.9
• Beveled ends for consistent butt-weld fit-up
• Ink-stamped for manufacturer identification

Applications & Compatibility

Commonly used in industrial stainless piping systems requiring tight directional changes and increased wall thickness for strength and durability. Suitable for fabrication projects, structural builds, exhaust systems, and general industrial process lines. Compatible with standard NPS Schedule 40 stainless pipe and butt-weld fittings manufactured to ASME B16.9 dimensions. Not intended for sanitary clamp-style or hygienic ferrule-based systems.

Quality & Material Verification

PNW Sanitary verifies stainless steel fittings through in-house Positive Material Identification (PMI) using the SciAps X-550 handheld XRF spectrometer to confirm alloy chemistry and support material traceability.