OVERVIEW: Flexible Connectors and Expansion Joints are also available from Hosecraft USA. The variety presented includes the main choices to add flexibility to a piping system.
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MNPT THREAD BRAIDED FLEX CONNECTOR Stocked with carbon steel MNPT thread ends in two standard lengths. From 3/8" to 2-1/2" diameters. All others fabricated as needed.
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FLANGED BRAIDED FLEX CONNECTORS These robust flexible connectors are stocked with 150# carbon steel flanges as well as with thread ends. Used to absorb vibration and misalignment, even at higher temperatures. Diameters 2" to 14" stocked. Specials of any kind available.
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BELLOWS EXPANSION JOINT These are metal expansion joints that are kept stocked, with 150# C/S vanstone flanges and tie rods standard.
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SPOOL RUBBER EXPANSION JOINT Integral rubber flanges provide a superior seal, with metal backing rings and a wide arch for good movement capability
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SPHERE RUBBER EXPANSION JOINT W/ CABLES The Ultrasphere with Cables is a popular flexible connector for pumps and other equipment. The built-in control cables eliminates the need for separate control rod units in the field, adding security. 2" to 12" diameters.
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RUBBER PIPE FLEX CONNECTOR Used to suppress noise and vibration, and for other applications. Metal backing rings are used with the integral rubber flanges.
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SLV FLEXIBLE COUPLING Hosecraft SLV Flexible Couplings is a high quality expansion joint with unique sleeve ends to clamp over pipes. Construction is of reinforced neoprene or silicone, and they are rated for 75psi. 2" through 12" diameters.