ASTM A350 LF6 Flanges | ASTM A350 LF6 Carbon Steel Flanges | LF6 Low Temperature Flanges, ASTM A350 LF6 Forged Steel Flanges | ASTM A350 LF6 Weld Neck & Blind Flanges
Table of Content
- # What are ASTM A350 LF6 Flanges ?
- # ASTM A350 LF6 Flanges Specifications Table
- # Chemical Features of ASTM A350 LF6 Flanges
- # Mechanical Properties of ASTM A350 LF6 Flanges
- # Types of ASTM A350 LF6 Flanges
- # Equivalent Grades of ASTM A350 LF6 Flanges
- # Industrial Applications of ASTM A350 LF6 Flanges
- # Why Choose Jay Steel Corporation ?
- # FAQs
What are ASTM A350 LF6 Flanges?
ASTM A350 LF6 Flanges Specifications Table
- Material Standard : ASTM A350 / ASME SA350
- Grade : LF6
- Product : Forged Carbon Steel Flanges
- Steel Type : Nickel Alloyed Low-Temperature Carbon Steel
- Manufacturing Process : Open Die Forged / Ring Rolled
- Heat Treatment : Normalized & Tempered or Quenched & Tempered
- Impact Test : Charpy V-Notch (Low Temperature Service)
Chemical Features of ASTM A350 LF6 Flanges
| Element | Composition |
| Carbon (C) | 0.22 % max |
| Manganese (Mn) | 1.15 – 1.50 % |
| Phosphorus (P) | 0.025 % max |
| Sulfur (S) | 0.025 % max |
| Silicon (Si) | 0.15 – 0.30 % |
| Nickel (Ni) | 0.40 % max |
| Chromium (Cr) | 0.30 % max |
| Molybdenum (Mo) | 0.12 % max |
| Copper (Cu) | 0.40 % max |
| Columbium / Niobium (Cb/Nb) | 0.02 % max |
| Vanadium (V) | 0.04 – 0.11 % |
| Nitrogen (N) | 0.01 – 0.030 % |
Mechanical Properties of ASTM A350 LF6 Flanges
Types of A350 LF6 Flanges
There are several types of A350 LF6 Flanges and they are given below:
ASTM A350 Lf6 Slip On Flanges
A350 Carbon Steel Weld Neck Flanges
A350 Carbon Steel Lf6 Lap Joint Flanges
ASTM A350 Lf6 Threaded Flanges
ASTM A350 Lf6 Socket Weld Flanges
A350 Carbon Steel Long Weld Neck Flanges
Equivalent Grades of ASTM A350 LF6 Flanges
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Industrial Applications of ASTM A350 LF6 Flanges

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FAQs
What is ASTM A350 LF6 Carbon Steel Flange used for?
Typically, ASTM A350 LF6 carbon steel flanges are used mainly in low-temperature and high-pressure piping systems. They are generally used for conditions that are demanding.
What types of ASTM A350 LF6 Flanges are available?
The few types of ASTM A350 LF6 Flanges that are available include the following given below:
- Slip-On Flange (SO)
- Weld Neck Flange (WN)
- Blind Flange (BL)
- Socket Weld Flange (SW)
- Threaded Flange (TH)
- Lap Joint Flange (LJ)
- Long Weld Neck Flange (LWN)
How is ASTM A350 LF6 different from ASTM A350 LF3 flanges?
The essential differences between ASTM A350 LF6 and ASTM A350 LF3 flanges are given in the table below:
| Parameter | ASTM A350 LF3 Flanges | ASTM A350 LF6 Flanges |
| Material Type | Nickel alloy carbon steel | Low-alloy carbon steel |
| Nickel Content | High (≈ 3.0–3.7%) | Very low / trace |
| Carbon Content | Low | Controlled (slightly higher than LF3) |
| Yield Strength | Lower | Higher |
| Tensile Strength | Moderate | Moderate to high (depends on class) |
| Low-Temperature Toughness | Excellent due to nickel | Very good through alloying & heat treatment |
| Minimum Service Temperature | Suitable for very low temperatures | Suitable for low temperatures (not extreme cryogenic) |
| Impact Testing | Mandatory at low temperatures | Mandatory at specified low temperatures |
| Weldability | Good | Good |
| Cost | Higher (due to nickel content) | More economical |
| Typical Applications | Cryogenic piping, LNG, low-temperature services | Refineries, oil & gas, pressure vessels, low-temperature pipelines |
| Strength vs Toughness | More toughness-oriented | More strength-oriented |
| Common Standards | ASME B16.5, ASME B16.47 | ASME B16.5, ASME B16.47 |
What are the pressure ratings and sizes available for A350 LF6 Flanges?
The pressure ratings and sizes table of ASTM A350 LF6 Flanges are given below:
| Standard | Nominal Size Range (NPS / DN) | Pressure Ratings (Class / PN) |
| ASME B16.5 | ½″ – 24″ (DN15 – DN600) | Class 150, 300, 400, 600, 900, 1500, 2500 |
| ASME B16.47 Series A | 26″ – 48″ (DN650 – DN1200) | Class 150, 300, 400, 600, 900 |
| ASME B16.47 Series B | 26″ – 48″ (DN650 – DN1200) | Class 75, 150, 300, 400, 600 |
| EN / DIN / PN Standards | DN15 – DN1200 | PN6, PN10, PN16, PN25, PN40, PN63, PN100 |
How can I verify the quality and certification of ASTM A350 LF6 Flanges?
The verification process of ASTM A350 LF6 Flanges includes the following stages given below:
- Check Manufacturer’s Test Certificate (MTC)
- Review the Supplier’s Quality Assurance Documents
- Verify Compliance With ASTM A350/A350M Specification
- Third-Party or Independent Inspection
- Physical Inspection on Receipt
- Lab Retesting (Optional)






