What’s a Flanged Butterfly Valve?

A flanged butterfly valve regulates fluid flow in a piping system. It has a cylindrical housing with a metal disc that opens and closes by rotating on a metal rod. The valve can be manually or mechanically operated and has a flange for installation with various connection hardware. A flanged butterfly valve is usually cylindrical […]

Flanged Butterfly Valve: What is it?

A flanged butterfly valve regulates fluid flow in a closed system. It has a cylindrical housing with a metal disc that opens and closes the valve. The valve is anchored by a flange that can connect to other sections of pipe with bolts, latches, screws, or clamps. A flanged butterfly valve is usually cylindrical in […]

Flanged gasket: what is it?

Gaskets are used to seal pipe joints and prevent leaks and external contaminants. Flanged gaskets are used for flanged pipe ends, while socket and spigot joints use thick rubber gaskets. Flanged pipes use heavy-duty rubber gaskets or metal gaskets, such as O-rings or spiral wound gaskets. When pipes intended to carry a fluid or gas […]

Flanged Bearing: What is it?

Flanged bearings come in three types: four-bolt round/square, three-bolt triangular, and two-bolt diamond. They use ball, plain, needle, or roller bearings and can be made of plastic, bronze, or other materials. Flanged bearings support shafts against deflection, vibration, and axial load/movement. The type of bearing used depends on the problem, cost, space, and radial force. […]

What’s a flanged hex bolt?

A flanged hex bolt has a washer-like flange cast into the hex head, allowing for proper displacement of torque and clamping force over a larger area. It is commonly used in the automotive industry and can shift clamping force over a greater range, saving soft aluminum components. Mild steel is the preferred metal for most […]

What’s a Metric Flanged Nut?

Metric flange nuts are designed to fit metric bolts or threaded rods, providing even pressure distribution and resistance to loosening due to vibration, shock, and thermal stress. Hex heads are common, and swivel and spherical flange nuts offer additional benefits. They are identified by letter and number, with M3 to M20 being the most popular. […]

Flanged Ball Valve: What is it?

The ball valve is a ball-shaped in-line device with an orifice in the center that allows product to flow easily when oriented correctly. Flanged ball valves have mating connections or flanges that allow for quick and easy replacement. ASME regulations ensure interchangeability. The valves come in many configurations and are mostly used in industrial plumbing […]

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