PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene) lined bellows expansion joint is a specialized flexible connector designed for use in piping systems that handle corrosive or aggressive media. It combines the flexibility of metal bellows with the chemical resistance of PTFE, making it suitable for applications where traditional materials might fail.
Nominal diameter |
Wave number |
Pressure rating(MPa) | Length | ||||
0.6 | 1.0 | 1.6 | Flange (mm) |
Take over | |||
mm | Inch | Axial Compenstion(mm),Rigidity(N/mm) | |||||
32 | 1¼ | 8 | 22/26 | 20/26 | 18/63 | 160/250 | 264/280 |
32 | 1¼ | 16 | 46/14 | 41/14 | 36/32 | 224/291 | 316/321 |
40 | 1½ | 8 | 22/44 | 20/44 | 18/89 | 164/259 | 269/289 |
40 | 1½ | 16 | 46/22 | 41/22 | 36/45 | 230/304 | 319/334 |
50 | 2 | 8 | 22/51 | 20/70 | 18/70 | 172/276 | 282/306 |
50 | 2 | 16 | 46/26 | 41/22 | 36/35 | 204/342 | 347/372 |
65 | 2½ | 8 | 30/35 | 20/70 | 22/55 | 215/294 | 300/322 |
65 | 2½ | 12 | 38/22 | 41/35 | 34/40 | 260/334 | 340/362 |
80 | 3 | 8 | 36/26 | 26/44 | 28/41 | 240/338 | 344/366 |
80 | 3 | 10 | 49/17 | 38/32 | 43/26 | 270/368 | 323/345 |
100 | 4 | 6 | 45/60 | 34/33 | 35/93 | 235/317 | 374/390 |
100 | 4 | 10 | 74/32 | 49/21 | 57/50 | 305/381 | 387/409 |
125 | 5 | 5 | 42/47 | 40/75 | 34/74 | 282/314 | 316/342 |
125 | 5 | 9 | 77/29 | 64/40 | 58/45 | 382/386 | 388/414 |
150 | 6 | 5 | 44/50 | 38/59 | 34/78 | 282/339 | 338/367 |
150 | 6 | 8 | 71/43 | 66/36 | 54/59 | 356/399 | 402/427 |
200 | 8 | 4 | 46/55 | 40/62 | 38/78 | 280/348 | 348/372 |
200 | 8 | 6 | 65/44 | 64/51 | 53/58 | 340/402 | 402/426 |
250 | 10 | 4 | 65/34 | 42/68 | 52/45 | 315/379 | 415/379 |
250 | 10 | 6 | 97/21 | 59/52 | 79/39 | 393/459 | 493/399 |
300 | 12 | 4 | 65/62 | 59/42 | 52/65 | 366/427 | 466/467 |
300 | 12 | 6 | 97/41 | 87/35 | 79/41 | 464/525 | 564/565 |
350 | 14 | 4 | 65/58 | 59/59 | 52/74 | 397/452 | 497/492 |
350 | 14 | 6 | 97/39 | 87/37 | 79/48 | 509/564 | 609/604 |
400 | 16 | 4 | 97/35 | 59/67 | 52/68 | 412/478 | 512/518 |
400 | 16 | 6 | 145/22 | 87/44 | 79/47 | 522/588 | 622/628 |
450 | 18 | 4 | 97/64 | 59/62 | 79/41 | 403/498 | 503/523 |
450 | 18 | 6 | 145/37 | 87/43 | 118/25 | 503/658 | 603/648 |
500 | 20 | 4 | 97/80 | 87/37 | 79/75 | 431/523 | 531/544 |
500 | 20 | 6 | 145/37 | 131/39 | 118/43 | 531/665 | 631/742 |
600 | 24 | 4 | 97/80 | 87/85 | 79/94 | 478/548 | 578/588 |
600 | 24 | 6 | 145/45 | 131/49 | 118/53 | 658/579 | 758/781 |
700 | 28 | 4 | 97/72 | 87/77 | 79/85 | 490 | 590 |
700 | 28 | 6 | 145/45 | 131/49 | 118/53 | 690 | 790 |
800 | 32 | 4 | 108/95 | 102/102 | 94/112 | 502 | 602 |
1.Chemical Resistance: The PTFE lining provides exceptional resistance to a wide range of chemicals, acids, and solvents, protecting the underlying metal bellows from degradation and ensuring the joint's longevity.
2.Flexibility: The metal bellows allow for significant axial, lateral, and angular movements, effectively absorbing thermal expansion, vibrations, and misalignment in the piping system.
3.Temperature Tolerance: PTFE can withstand high temperatures, enabling the expansion joint to function effectively in various thermal conditions, while the metal bellows add structural integrity.
4.Smooth Surface: The smooth PTFE surface reduces friction and helps maintain fluid flow characteristics, minimizing wear on the joint.
PTFE lined bellows expansion joints are commonly used in industries such as:
Chemical Processing: Ideal for applications that involve corrosive substances, where protection against chemical attack is critical.
Pharmaceuticals: Employed in systems where hygiene and chemical compatibility are essential.
Food and Beverage: Used in food processing systems that require both flexibility and resistance to cleaning agents.
Oil and Gas: Implemented in pipelines that transport aggressive fluids, providing protection against corrosion and wear.
Overall, PTFE lined bellows expansion joints are essential components in maintaining the integrity and efficiency of piping systems that handle corrosive or aggressive media, providing reliable performance while accommodating necessary movements.