Resistoflex Single Arch Rubber Bellows with Fixed Flanges.

Features:

  • Low deformation under pressure
  • Greater recovery from movement
  • Higher safety factor
  • Resistant to fatigue
  • Negligible loss of head
  • Abrasion, Water, Heat, Chemical, Weather resistant
  • Prevents electrolytic corrosion
  • Economical -No Gaskets – ease of installation
  • Compact -requires very little space

Description

Rubber Bellow with Fixed Flange – HVAC Expansion Joints

Overview

Resistoflex Rubber bellows with fixed flanges are flexible expansion joints where the rubber body is permanently vulcanized to metal flanges. This construction provides a leak-tight, reliable connection for HVAC chilled water, condenser water and general water piping applications requiring thermal expansion compensation and vibration isolation.

Features

  • Molded rubber body vulcanized to fixed flanges
  • Single arch or double arch designs
  • Reinforced with multiple fabric plies
  • EPDM, natural rubber or nitrile compounds
  • Fixed ANSI, BS or BS4504 or DIN flanges
  • Optional control rods to limit movement

Tested and pressure certified before dispatch

Applications

  • HVAC chilled water systems (chillers to AHUs)
  • Condenser water piping (chillers to cooling towers)
  • Pump discharge and suction connections
  • Hot water and heating systems
  • Cooling tower piping and connections
  • Building services water distribution
  • Fire fighting water systems
  • General water piping requiring flexibility

Technical Specifications

  • Rubber Material: EPDM (standard for water), Nitrile (for oil), Natural Rubber
  • Reinforcement: Nylon or polyester fabric plies
  • Flange Standards: ANSI B16.5 (Class 150), BS10 PN10/PN16,
  • Size Range: DN25 (1″) to DN600 (24″) and larger on request
  • Pressure Rating: Up to 16 bar (PN16) depending on size

Control Rods:

  • Limit axial extension to prevent over-stretch
  • Prevent bellow collapse during vacuum conditions
  • Transfer pressure thrust to piping system
  • Recommended for high-pressure applications
  • Adjustable for required movement

Benefits

  • Absorbs thermal expansion and contraction in piping
  • Reduces noise and vibration transmission
  • Compensates for minor piping misalignment
  • Protects pumps and equipment from piping stress
  • Extends equipment and piping system life
  • Easy installation with standard flange bolting
  • Cost-effective compared to metallic bellows

Contact RMS Corporation for rubber bellow selection, sizing and technical specifications for your HVAC or industrial water piping system.

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