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Basalt Pipe Tee

Cast Basalt Lined Steel Tee Fitting

Cast basalt lined steel pipe tees are wear-resistant branch fittings designed for abrasive material transport and industrial pipeline distribution systems.

Cast Basalt Lined Steel Pipe Tee

Cast basalt lined steel pipe tees are specially designed wear-resistant branch fittings used to divide, combine or redirect the flow of abrasive materials within industrial pipeline systems. The cast basalt lining provides superior protection against abrasion, erosion and impact wear at critical flow junctions.

Tee fittings are among the most heavily worn components in slurry and bulk material transport systems because flow direction changes often generate turbulence and particle impact. By incorporating cast basalt lining, the service life of the fitting can be significantly extended.

These fittings are widely used in mining, thermal power plants, cement production, steel manufacturing, dredging operations and bulk material handling facilities.

Cast basalt is produced by melting selected natural basalt rock at temperatures exceeding 1250°C and then crystallizing it under controlled conditions. The resulting material exhibits exceptional hardness and wear resistance.

Combined with a robust carbon steel shell, cast basalt lined pipe tees offer a durable and economical solution for severe operating environments where conventional steel fittings experience rapid wear.

Standard and customized tee configurations are available to meet various pipeline design requirements.

What Is a Cast Basalt Lined Pipe Tee?

A cast basalt lined pipe tee is a branch fitting that connects three sections of pipeline, allowing material flow to split into multiple directions or merge into a single line. The internal cast basalt lining protects the fitting from severe wear caused by abrasive particles and turbulent flow.

Because tees are often located at critical distribution points, enhanced wear protection is essential to maintain system reliability and minimize downtime.

Construction Structure

Component Function
Steel Outer Shell Provides structural strength and pressure resistance.
Bonding Layer Secures basalt lining to the steel body.
Cast Basalt Lining Protects against abrasion, erosion and corrosion.
Branch Section Allows flow division or combination.
Connection Ends Flanged, welded or customized connections.

Available Tee Configurations

Tee Type Application
Equal Tee All branches have the same diameter.
Reducing Tee Branch diameter differs from the main pipe.
Flanged Tee Easy installation and maintenance.
Welded Tee Permanent pipeline connections.
Custom Tee Designed according to project drawings.

Key Features

Excellent Wear Resistance

Protects against abrasive particles and slurry flow.

High Impact Strength

Suitable for demanding material handling systems.

Long Service Life

Several times longer than standard steel fittings.

Low Maintenance

Reduces replacement frequency and downtime.

Technical Properties of Cast Basalt Lining

Property Typical Value
Material Fused Cast Basalt
Hardness Mohs 8–9
Density 2.9–3.1 g/cm³
Compressive Strength ≥ 450 MPa
Bending Strength ≥ 65 MPa
Water Absorption < 0.2%
Working Temperature -40°C to 350°C
Abrasion Resistance Excellent
Chemical Resistance Excellent

Industrial Applications

Mining Industry
  • Ore slurry distribution systems
  • Tailings transport pipelines
  • Mineral processing plants
  • Concentrate conveying lines
Power Plants
  • Fly ash conveying systems
  • Coal powder transport
  • Bottom ash handling
  • FGD slurry pipelines
Cement & Steel Plants
  • Clinker transport systems
  • Slag conveying pipelines
  • Dust collection lines
  • Bulk material distribution systems

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are basalt lined tees necessary?
Tee fittings experience concentrated wear due to flow division and turbulence. Basalt lining significantly extends service life.
What materials can be conveyed?
Ore slurry, fly ash, coal powder, clinker, slag, sand, gravel and other abrasive materials.
Can reducing tees be manufactured?
Yes. Equal tees, reducing tees and customized branch configurations are available.
Are custom dimensions supported?
Yes. Diameter, branch size, lining thickness and connection standards can be customized according to project requirements.

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