Malleable iron fittings
Tempered cast fittings - Comprehensive selection in the FILCOM online shop
Malleable cast iron fittings are the preferred choice for applications in the sanitary sector and for gas pipes. These special pipe fittings impress with their high corrosion resistance and resistance to deformation. Regardless of their size and design, they can withstand above-average loads. At FILCOM, you will find a wide range of malleable cast iron fittings in various designs that fit perfectly into your pipe systems, both functionally and visually.
Multiple areas of application: sanitary installations, compressed air and pneumatics
Malleable cast iron fittings are versatile due to their outstanding properties. They connect iron and steel pipes and are therefore indispensable for the construction of complete pipe systems. There are basically two types: white and black malleable cast iron, which differ in their carbon content. In the production of white malleable cast iron, oxygen is added while the casting is heated over a long period of time, resulting in an annealing blackness. In contrast, black malleable cast iron is treated without oxygen and instead with a special inert gas.
While black malleable cast iron has a uniform structure, it is less corrosion-resistant in comparison. Galvanized malleable cast iron fittings, which you can also find in the FILCOM online store, are therefore the better choice for external pipes. This zinc coating significantly improves corrosion resistance, while the fittings offer high overall resistance to mechanical loads.
Application areas for malleable cast iron fittings:
- Sanitary installations: Use for cold, hot and drinking water
- Extinguishing water and drainage pipes
- Connection and installation of gas pipes
- Heating systems
- Vapor systems
- Transport of oils and similar liquids
Only galvanized malleable cast iron fittings are used for cooling water supply applications due to their superior corrosion resistance. Depending on the application, the fittings can be installed both above and below ground. Black malleable cast iron fittings are only suitable for indoor applications where higher corrosion resistance is not required. Galvanized malleable cast iron fittings, on the other hand, offer versatile application possibilities, even in exposed industrial installations.
Robust and durable fittings made from malleable cast iron
The durability of malleable cast iron fittings has many advantages: they are generally manufactured industrially, which makes them economical to purchase. They are also characterized by a long service life and rarely require maintenance or replacement. Thanks to their high chemical resistance, malleable cast iron fittings do not react with petrol, water, oils or gases. The temperature resistance is also remarkable; the specific application temperatures can be found in the product information on our website. The pressure resistance of malleable cast iron fittings is also excellent - it should be noted that the overall resistance of a system is limited by its weakest link, not just by the fittings themselves.