Piping Supply Journal

5 inch Class 300 flange dimensions

ASME B16.5 Class 300 flange dimensions for 5 inch (DN 125) 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 size5" (DN 125)
Pipe OD (bore end)141.3 mm
Flange outside diameter280 mm (11.02 in)
Minimum thickness (incl. 1.6 mm RF)33.4 mm (1.31 in)
Bolt circle diameter (PCD)235.0 mm (9.25 in)
Number of bolt holes8
Bolt hole diameter0.88 in (22.4 mm)
Stud bolt diameter3/4" UNC
Raised face height1.6 mm (1/16 in)

A complete 5" Class 300 joint needs 8 stud bolts of 3/4" diameter with 16 heavy hex nuts and one gasket.

Class 300 vs Class 150 — 5"

DimensionClass 300Class 150
OD280 mm255 mm
Thickness33.4 mm22.3 mm
Bolt circle235.0 mm215.9 mm
Bolts8 × 3/4"8 × 3/4"

Class 300 and Class 150 flanges do not bolt together — see 5" Class 150.

Frequently asked questions

What is the OD of a 5 inch Class 300 flange?

280 mm (11.02 in) per ASME B16.5.

How many bolts does a 5 inch Class 300 flange have?

8 bolts of 3/4 inch diameter in 0.88 inch holes on a 235.0 mm bolt circle.

What is the thickness of a 5 inch Class 300 flange?

The minimum flange thickness is 33.4 mm, including the 1.6 mm raised face.

Last updated 2026-11-02