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Flanges are essential components used in piping systems to connect pipes, valves, pumps, and other equipment. While commonly associated with pipe installations, they are also used in various machinery. Despite potential leakage issues, flanges are crucial for machine assembly and operation. Classified according to various country norms and connection types, flanges are produced in different sizes and materials depending on the application's specific needs, including temperature, pressure, corrosion resistance, and the environment where the flange will be used.
Flanges are vital elements used to join pipes, valves, pumps, and other equipment. They act as a safety system for connecting piping to various equipment. As the second most common joining method, flanges offer several advantages, including flexibility during pipe system maintenance. They can be made from various materials, such as brass, copper, and iron, depending on the intended use. YENA Engineering manufactures all types of flanges and pipe spools tailored to your specific requirements.
A flanged connection joins two components using inner and outer lip parts. A gasket is placed between the flanges to prevent leaks. Installers then use bolts to secure the flanges together. Proper alignment and consistent bolt torque are crucial for a tight seal. Flanges are typically threaded or welded to the pipes. The gasket facilitates easy access to the piping system. Common flange types include socket weld flanges, blind flanges, weld neck flanges, and slip-on flanges.
Flanges provide a surface for gasket sealing against applied forces. This connection method allows for easy disassembly and reassembly of pipes or component removal.
Several types of flanges exist, each designed for specific applications:
Welding neck flanges are welded to pipes face-to-face, similar to how flat flanges are connected for a tight seal. The key difference lies in the connection type. They are joined to the pipes by welding at the end of the pipe. Sealing is achieved in the same manner as with flat flanges.
Slip-on flanges are connected by welding both at the front and back of the pipe. These flanges are joined using bolt holes, and a gasket between the two flanges provides the seal.
Socket weld flanges are often used where pipelines connect to machinery. Their ability to move along the pipe qualifies them as "free flanges." After being placed on the pipe, the collar is welded to the pipe end to prevent the flange from sliding off. Socket weld flanges do not use gaskets; the seal is created by the surfaces on the collars.
Threaded flanges, primarily used in low-pressure lines, are typically used with nipples welded to the pipe end. These flanges, which are welded to the nipples, share a similar structure with flat flanges in other areas.
Blind flanges are used to terminate pipelines, often in anticipation of future extensions. Like other flanges, they are connected to other flanges with a gasket to seal the line's end.
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