RUBASIA RUBBERTECH's single sphere flexible rubber joint with floating flanges is a pipe component designed to absorb vibration, reduce noise, and compensate for thermal expansion or contraction in piping systems. It features a spherical rubber body, reinforced internally, with "floating" or "vanstone" flanges that allow for easy installation by simply rotating them into place, eliminating the need for alignment with the pipe. These joints provide flexibility in axial, lateral, and angular directions, making them suitable for a wide range of industrial, plumbing, and marine applications.
Key Features
- Single Sphere Design: The spherical, single-arch shape offers high flexibility and allows for multiple types of movement within the piping system.
- Floating Flanges: The flanges are not fixed to the rubber body but rotate freely, making installation simpler and compensating for pipe misalignment.
- Vibration and Noise Absorption: The rubber construction is excellent at isolating and dampening vibrations and reducing noise generated by pumps or other equipment.
- Thermal Movement Compensation: The joint expands and compresses with temperature changes, preventing stress and damage to the piping system.
- Reinforced Construction: The rubber body is typically reinforced with nylon cord and internal steel wire for strength and to prevent pull-off.
- Versatile Material: Made from heat- and chemical-resistant synthetic elastomers like EPDM rubber.
How it Works
When installed, the rubber joint, with its flexible, spherical design, can flex to accommodate movements in the piping system. The floating flanges allow for easier installation without requiring perfect pipe alignment, a key benefit. The joint then effectively isolates the system from vibrations and absorbs movements caused by temperature fluctuations, pressure changes, or system movement.
Applications
- HVAC Systems: Used in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning for pumps and fans.
- Industrial Processes: Applicable in chemical plants, power generation, and water treatment systems.
- Marine Applications: Suitable for feed-water, drainage, and general piping on ships and offshore platforms.
- General Plumbing: Found in various plumbing and sanitary equipment systems.
