Tapping Traps
Ever wonder why we are so specific
in our overall length dimensions, valve
requirements or why you have to weld square and
perpendicular to the pipe? Take a look at
the following CAD drawings to see why it is so
important and what can happen when our
specifications are not met.
There is a reason why they are
called tapping traps and should be
avoided. You might have a unique situation
where you are not sure if what you have will
create a tapping trap — just give us a call and
let us help you make the job right from the
start!
Tapping Trap #1 —
Welded Nozzle Off-Center
Tapping Trap #2 —
Valve Not Deep Enough for Cutting
Equipment
Tapping Trap #3 —
Valve Seat Rings Not Concentric with Valve
Flange
Tapping Trap #4 —
Valve Flange Bolt Holes Not Concentric with Bore
of Valve
Tapping Trap #5 —
Excessive Nozzle
Length