Piping Supply Journal

16 inch Class 150 flange dimensions

ASME B16.5 Class 150 flange dimensions for 16 inch (DN 400) pipe. The same bolting dimensions apply to weld neck, slip-on, blind, socket weld, threaded and lap joint flanges of this size and class.

Nominal size16" (DN 400)
Pipe OD (bore end)406.4 mm
Flange outside diameter595 mm (23.43 in)
Minimum thickness (incl. 1.6 mm RF)35.0 mm (1.38 in)
Bolt circle diameter (PCD)539.8 mm (21.25 in)
Number of bolt holes16
Bolt hole diameter1.12 in (28.4 mm)
Stud bolt diameter1" UNC
Raised face height1.6 mm (1/16 in)

A complete 16" Class 150 joint needs 16 stud bolts of 1" diameter with 32 heavy hex nuts and one gasket.

Class 150 vs Class 300 — 16"

DimensionClass 150Class 300
OD595 mm650 mm
Thickness35.0 mm55.6 mm
Bolt circle539.8 mm571.5 mm
Bolts16 × 1"20 × 1-1/4"

Class 150 and Class 300 flanges do not bolt together — see 16" Class 300.

Frequently asked questions

What is the OD of a 16 inch Class 150 flange?

595 mm (23.43 in) per ASME B16.5.

How many bolts does a 16 inch Class 150 flange have?

16 bolts of 1 inch diameter in 1.12 inch holes on a 539.8 mm bolt circle.

What is the thickness of a 16 inch Class 150 flange?

The minimum flange thickness is 35.0 mm, including the 1.6 mm raised face.

Last updated 2026-11-02