Knowledge Series - Chapter 5 Flexible Rubber Pipe Connectors

Knowledge Series: Flexible Rubber Pipe Connectors

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Abstract

Included in this section: ❖Introduction ❖Types of Rubber Pipe Connectors ❖Application benefits

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Introduction • Flexible Rubber Pipe is designed to absorb noise and vibration • Reinforcement includes fabric layers and steel wire for high pressures and vacuum • Compatible with all expansion joint accessories (control units, flow liners, etc.)

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Types of Flexible Rubber Pipe Connectors Flanged Type • Seal created from a full faced rubber flange that is integral to the body of the pipe connector • Supplied with retaining ring to distribute the bolt load around the rubber flanges • Most commonly used across all industries

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Types of Flexible Rubber Pipe Connectors Floating Flange Type • Seal is created from rubber bead interlocked with the metallic flange • Flange capable of rotating to desired fit • Idea for torsional offset

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Application Benefits

• Rubber construction is ideal for noise reduction in metallic pipe lines • Longer standard lengths allow for more effective dissipation of vibration • Reduces stress cracking from substantial vibration • Commonly used in pipe sections with heavy water hammer • Rubber connection eliminates electrolytic action between dissimilar metal pipe sections

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Flexible Rubber Pipe Connectors For additional technical information regarding Flexible Rubber Pipe Connectors as well as other rubber expansion joint designs consult the Fluid Sealing Associations Technical Handbook for Expansion Joints Piping (https://www.fluidsealing.com/)