Piping Supply Journal

20 inch Class 150 flange dimensions

ASME B16.5 Class 150 flange dimensions for 20 inch (DN 500) 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 size20" (DN 500)
Pipe OD (bore end)508.0 mm
Flange outside diameter700 mm (27.56 in)
Minimum thickness (incl. 1.6 mm RF)41.3 mm (1.63 in)
Bolt circle diameter (PCD)635.0 mm (25.00 in)
Number of bolt holes20
Bolt hole diameter1.25 in (31.8 mm)
Stud bolt diameter1-1/8" UNC
Raised face height1.6 mm (1/16 in)

A complete 20" Class 150 joint needs 20 stud bolts of 1-1/8" diameter with 40 heavy hex nuts and one gasket.

Class 150 vs Class 300 — 20"

DimensionClass 150Class 300
OD700 mm775 mm
Thickness41.3 mm62.0 mm
Bolt circle635.0 mm685.8 mm
Bolts20 × 1-1/8"24 × 1-1/4"

Class 150 and Class 300 flanges do not bolt together — see 20" Class 300.

Frequently asked questions

What is the OD of a 20 inch Class 150 flange?

700 mm (27.56 in) per ASME B16.5.

How many bolts does a 20 inch Class 150 flange have?

20 bolts of 1-1/8 inch diameter in 1.25 inch holes on a 635.0 mm bolt circle.

What is the thickness of a 20 inch Class 150 flange?

The minimum flange thickness is 41.3 mm, including the 1.6 mm raised face.

Last updated 2026-11-02