Pipe Rotation Speed Calculator

Calculate pipe rotation speed for mechanized and orbital welding based on desired travel speed and pipe diameter

Input Parameters

Results

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Rotation Speed
RPM
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Surface Speed
mm/min
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Weld Time per Pass
min
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Arc Travel Length
mm
Note: For orbital/mechanized pipe welding. Adjust travel speed for position (slower at overhead). Typical range: 100-300 mm/min.

Reference

RPM = Travel Speed (mm/min) / (pi x OD mm) Linear speed at weld = pi x OD x RPM Arc length = pi x OD x (angle/360)