# Pipe Saddle Layout Calculator

> Calculates pipe saddle cuts and generates printable templates for pipe intersections. (iPhone/iPad app by Jean-Paul Lanaux.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pipe-saddle-layout-calculator/id524302215 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Jean-Paul Lanaux](https://appshunter.io/developer/306486995)
- Category: Productivity, Reference
- Price: $4.99
- Rating: 3.10/5 from 8 App Store ratings · 21 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 1 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-05-15
- Data updated: 2026-08-23
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pipe-saddle-layout-calculator/id524302215/reviews.md

## What is Pipe Saddle Layout Calculator?

Pipe Saddle Layout Calculator is a iPhone app that provides the fitter with the points to make an accurate cut (fish mouth, cope, etc) for piping (cylinder to cylinder) intersections. This app is intended to be used by fitters, welders, fabricators, or anyone who needs to join two metal cylinders at any angle.

Are you still carrying that blue book around? Pipe Saddle Layout Calculator is the modern piping blue book. Confused about how to layout cut lines for joining two pieces of pipe? If you are a pipe fabricator, welder, or fitter who needs to make perfect saddle cuts, then this app is for you. Forget books, calculators, compasses, ancient saddle layout procedures, laptops, expensive CAD programs, mathematics or internet access to figure out how to make that perfect saddle joint.

Pipe Saddle Layout Calculator is easy. Pipe Saddle Layout Calculator provides the offset layout dimensions for that perfect pipe joint. This calculator works with any size pipe, any angle of intersection, and any wall thickness of pipe. User enters: main pipe, branch pipe, wall thickness (this app considers wall thickness, you don't want to leave too much metal, or take too much off) and branch angle. The calculator does the rest.

This calculator produces an on the fly ordinate table of the offsets. The beauty of this app is that it also produces full size pattern templates, so you don't have to measure and layout all of the work points. Now you can print out your pipe pattern templates for any size and any angle intersection. This version outputs patterns configured for an 8.5 X 11 (everyone has access to one of these), 11 X 17, and 24 X 36 printer sizes. So with this app and a 8.5 X 11 printer, the user can still produce any size pipe coping pattern.

The calculator is very versatile. Presently input and output is US based imperial and/or metric. Output is feet, or feet and inches, decimal or fractions (to 1/32"). This app has been updated to support metric solutions.

User can control how much cut line accuracy he/she wants by setting how many control points are desired (infinite amount, user can get 8 control points, i.e. every 45 degrees or 360 control points, i.e every degree, or more). Most books only give 8 or 16 control points. This app allows an infinite amount. For example, a 2" pipe needs fewer control points than a 48".

## Key features

- Accurate pipe intersection cut calculations
- Generates full-size pattern templates
- Supports any pipe size and intersection angle
- Considers pipe wall thickness
- Outputs in imperial and metric units
- Adjustable control point accuracy
- Printable templates for standard paper sizes

## Chart rankings

- #88 in Top Paid · Productivity (US App Store)

## Recent user reviews (10 of 21)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pipe-saddle-layout-calculator/id524302215/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Can't set paper size to A4. Error emailing calculations.

*2024-07-29*

Can't set page size to A4. To be fair this is noted in help but is a basic requirement if the purpose of the program is print templates.

Error when attempting to email calculations. No response or support from developer. As far as I can tell emailing calculations is the only way to print templates. Not being able to print templates makes the program useless

### 1/5 — Garbage

*2024-05-14*

Garbage

### 5/5 — WBR

*2022-03-24*

This is a great app by a very good developer. I have found it indispensable in my work. Excellent! I have no affiliation to the developer neither socially nor financially.

### 1/5 — $5 for what?

*2022-01-27*

I down loaded the app, opened it up and it’s stuck in the 45 degree branch saddle. That’s it. That’s all it will do. Thanks.

### 2/5 — Saddle

*2020-01-12*

Can’t get it to email anymore, use to work fine. Can’t get any support..

### 1/5 — Confirmation des avis négatifs

*2019-06-22*

Ne donne pas de développé de traçage ou ne fonctionne pas

### 5/5 — Great job.

*2019-03-12*

Easy to use. Bare bones and super functional. Use it daily

### 1/5 — je confirme arnaque

*2019-01-14*

ne pas acheter les développés ne sont pas à l’échelle pour impression

### 2/5 — Au vs USA Paper

*2018-12-07*

I can’t make this work on Australian size paper. Tried to adjust but no luck.

### 5/5 — Great product

*2018-07-16*

I took some time to figure out how to print the templates. The saddles are dead on if the correct measurements are made.

## Frequently asked questions about Pipe Saddle Layout Calculator

### What is Pipe Saddle Layout Calculator used for?

Pipe Saddle Layout Calculator is used to calculate the precise cut lines (fish mouth, cope, etc.) needed for joining two metal cylinders at any angle. It generates full-size printable templates for accurate fabrication.

### Who is the target audience for Pipe Saddle Layout Calculator?

The app is designed for pipe fitters, welders, fabricators, and anyone who needs to create accurate saddle cuts for pipe intersections. It simplifies complex layout procedures.

### Does Pipe Saddle Layout Calculator support both imperial and metric units?

Yes, the calculator provides input and output in both US-based imperial and metric units. It can display results in feet, feet and inches, decimal, or fractions up to 1/32".

### How does Pipe Saddle Layout Calculator handle different pipe sizes and angles?

The app is versatile and works with any size main pipe, branch pipe, wall thickness, and branch angle. Users input these parameters to get accurate layout dimensions.

### Can I print templates from Pipe Saddle Layout Calculator?

Yes, the app produces full-size pattern templates that can be printed for various standard printer sizes, including 8.5 x 11, 11 x 17, and 24 x 36. This allows for easy layout and cutting.

### How accurate are the cut lines generated by Pipe Saddle Layout Calculator?

Users can control the accuracy by setting the number of desired control points, from 8 to an infinite amount. This allows for more precise cuts, especially for larger diameter pipes.

### What is the update frequency for Pipe Saddle Layout Calculator?

The app was last updated on January 30, 2021, with version 4.0.3. While not frequently updated, its core functionality remains robust for its intended purpose.

### What is the price of Pipe Saddle Layout Calculator?

Pipe Saddle Layout Calculator is a paid app, available for $4.99. It offers a one-time purchase for full access to its features.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.0.3 — 2021-01-30

Shifted fields for new iPhone12 Max

### 4.0.2 — 2020-12-29

Shifted incorrectly located input fields

### 4.0.1 — 2020-11-11

updated

### 4.0.0 — 2018-11-16

updated for 2018 iphone models

### 3.0.0 — 2018-03-03

Updated for iPhoneX graphics

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