Piping Supply Journal

16 inch Class 300 flange dimensions

ASME B16.5 Class 300 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 diameter650 mm (25.59 in)
Minimum thickness (incl. 1.6 mm RF)55.6 mm (2.19 in)
Bolt circle diameter (PCD)571.5 mm (22.50 in)
Number of bolt holes20
Bolt hole diameter1.38 in (35.1 mm)
Stud bolt diameter1-1/4" UNC
Raised face height1.6 mm (1/16 in)

A complete 16" Class 300 joint needs 20 stud bolts of 1-1/4" diameter with 40 heavy hex nuts and one gasket.

Class 300 vs Class 150 — 16"

DimensionClass 300Class 150
OD650 mm595 mm
Thickness55.6 mm35.0 mm
Bolt circle571.5 mm539.8 mm
Bolts20 × 1-1/4"16 × 1"

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the OD of a 16 inch Class 300 flange?

650 mm (25.59 in) per ASME B16.5.

How many bolts does a 16 inch Class 300 flange have?

20 bolts of 1-1/4 inch diameter in 1.38 inch holes on a 571.5 mm bolt circle.

What is the thickness of a 16 inch Class 300 flange?

The minimum flange thickness is 55.6 mm, including the 1.6 mm raised face.

Last updated 2026-11-02