These also belong to forged pipe fittings with screwed type end connections and probably the oldest method of piping. Like socket weld pipe fittings, threaded pipe fittings are mostly used for small bore piping generally for piping whose nominal diameter is NPS 2 or smaller. Threaded piping is commonly used in low-cost, noncritical applications such as domestic water, fire protection, and industrial cooling water systems. These are available in three pressure ratings such as Class 2000, 3000 and 6000.