Flanged joints are made by bolting together two flanges with a gasket between them to provide a seal.
the standards for flange are replaced by DIN EN 1092-1
Flanges: the following standards are replaced by DIN EN 1092-1
What is an Expander Flange?
Expander Flange is a Welding Neck pipe flange where the nominal size of the non-flanged end is larger than the nominal size of the flanged end.
How to select the gasket for Flange Connections?
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Pressure Classes of Flanges
Forged steel flanges, according to ASME B16.5, are made in seven primary ratings as 150Lbs, 300Lbs, 400Lbs, 600Lbs, 900Lbs, 1500Lbs, 2500Lbs.
What is the use of a blind flange?
Blind pipe flanges are often used for high pressure applications.
The main elements of the flange
The flange seals or joins the various parts of the structure.