The seamless elbow was chosen because it has many advantages and features that make it an ideal pipe connector. In the following text, I will discuss in detail why seamless elbows were chosen.
First of all, the seamless elbow has the characteristics of material uniformity and high strength. The seamless elbow is made by heating the round billet to a certain temperature, after perforating and drawing processes. This manufacturing process ensures the material uniformity of the seamless elbow, giving it higher strength. In contrast, the strength of welded elbows can be affected by welding defects.
Secondly, the seamless elbow has good sealing performance. Because the seamless elbow is an integral structure, there is no weld and other connecting parts, so its sealing performance is better. For occasions requiring high sealing, the selection of seamless elbows can effectively avoid leakage problems.
Third, the seamless elbow has high pressure resistance. Because the seamless elbow is made by drawing process, its wall thickness is uniform and thin. This makes the seamless elbow have better pressure resistance under high pressure. In contrast, the weld of the welded elbow is prone to stress concentration, which reduces its ability to withstand pressure.