RUBBER EXPANSION JOINTS
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Spool-type Rubber Expansion Joints
The Style 204 family of spool-type expansion joints are manufactured with the industry standard narrow arch design. This style is intended to be used in dynamic conditions where both pressure and vacuum concerns are present.
Also available for high-pressure applications, Style 204 MAX has the highest pressure rating available inthe industry today.
Garlock style 204 MAX is the highest pressure rated rubber expansion joint available in the industry today. Manufactured in North America, the 204 MAX is not only a solution for applications with extreme pressure requirements, but it is also tailored for high pressure Marine and offshore applications. The design of 204 MAX has earned the ABS type approval, making it the ideal solution for single point mooring stations requiring a 4:1 safety factor. The 204 MAX has also been extremely successful in many other applications, and has been specified in high pressure applications that pump water to copper mines.
The 204 MAX can be configured to meet specific customer needs and is compatible with virtually any media. The ABS type approval provides cost savings to end users by eliminating destructive testing during the requisition process.
- Fully laboratory and field tested for long life and exceptional reliability
- High pressure and vacuum resistance offer increased safety and ensure suitability for a wide range of applications
- Single and multi-arch designs are available for a range of movement capabilities
- Concentric and eccentric reducing configurations can be provided to join piping of unequal diameters
- Available in a variety of elastomers and fabric combinations to meet the varied demands of temperature, pressure, and media
- Size:
> Min. Inner Diameter: 0.5 in / 13 mm
> Max. Inner Diameter: 120 in / 3000 mm
- Temperature:
> Max temperature rating is based on the lowest temperature of the material selected - Vacuum Rating (29.9 In. Hg (750mm Hg.)
> Full vacuum rating for all sizes and face to face - > Style 204EVS available for continuous full vacuum service
- Rigid piping systems
- Compensate for axial, lateral, torsional, and angular movement
- Compensate for misalignment
- Canadian Registration Number (CRN) - All Provinces - 204HP (1/2" - 96" ID)
- 10CFR50 Appendix B - 204, 204HP, 204EPS
- ABS Type Approval - 204HP (1/2" - 96" ID), 204MAX (2”- 24” ID)
- ASTM F-1123 Compliant - 204HP, 204MAX on request
- ABRA-LINE™: +180°F (+80°C)
- ABRA-SHIELD®: +300°F (+150°C)
- Natural Rubber: +180°F (+80°C)
- GUARDIAN® FEP: +400°F (+205°C)
- FKM (Fluoroelastomer): +400°F (+205°C)
- CSM: +250°F (+120°C)
- SURE-TEC™ FDA/NSF-61 EPDM +250°F (+120°C)
- EPDM/FDA EPDM: +300°F (+150°C)
- HNBR (Hydrogenated Nitrile): +300°F (+150°C)
- Nitrile/DETECTOMER® FDA Nitrile: +250°F (+120°C)
- Chlorobutyl (Standard): +250°F (+120°C)
- Neoprene/FDA Neoprene: +250°F (+120°C)
Standard Design
Tube
- Chlorobutyl resists cracking due to high temperatures, weathering, oxidation, and chemicals
- Abrupt arch configuration provides maximum movement and maximum pressure and vacuum resistance
- Seamless tube creates a positive flange seal without gaskets
Body
- Chlorobutyl/polyester construction with welded, treated metal body rings for dimensional stability
Cover
- A homogeneous layer of chlorobutyl fully extends to the outside edge of the flange
- A durable exterior coating futher protects the expansion joint from the effects of weathering and oxidation
Optional Configurations
- Multiple arch for higher movements
- Filled arch to eliminate media buildup
- Oversized arch for higher movements
- Concentric and eccentric tapers to connect piping of unequal diameter
- Custom Drilling - ANSI, DIN, AWWA, BS, JIS, and special drilling patterns available on request
- Extended face-to-face
- Accommodate misalignment: lateral, angular, and torsional offsets
Expansion joints for general service applications
Style 206 EZ-FLO® expansion joints contain a single wide flowing arch, eliminating the need for filled arches on slurry services. Suitable for high pressure applications, their self-flushing design eliminates media buildup and reduces fluid turbulence.
Style 206 EZ-FLO® can be designed to meet the requirements of ASTM F1123 and Navy/Coast Guard Specification 46CFR56.60-25(E).
- Self-flushing design eliminates media buildup and reduces fluid turbulence
- High pressure resistance ensures longer life and reduces inventory requirements
- Lightweight design installs easily and costs less to ship
- Size:
> Min. Inner Diameter: 1 in / 25 mm
> Max. Inner Diameter: 120 in / 3000 mm
- Temperature:
> Max temperature rating is based on tube, body and cover materials. To determine, find the minimum temperature based on materials selected.
Body Material | Max. Temp.
Nylon Tire Cord (Standard): +250°F (+120°C)
Kevlar Tire Cord: +300°F (149°C)
- Pulp and Paper
- Steel
- Water/Waste Water
- HVAC
- Power Generation
- Chemical
- Petrochemical
- Marine
- ASTM F1123 Compliant
- Navy/Coast Guard Specification 46CFR56.60-25(E)
- Canadian Registration Number (CRN) -All provinces
- ABS Type Approval
- Nuclear - 10CFR50 Appendix B, 10CFR21, and NQA-1 basic
- ISO 15540 Fire Sales
> Requires use of fire safe cover
- ABRA-LINE™: +180°F (+80°C)
- ABRA-SHIELD®: +300°F (+150°C)
- Natural Rubber: +180°F (+80°C)
- GUARDIAN® FEP: +400°F (+205°C)
- FKM (Fluoroelastomer): +400°F (+205°C)
- CSM: +250°F (+120°C)
- SURE-TEC™ FDA/NSF-61 EPDM +250°F (+120°C)
- EPDM/FDA EPDM: +300°F (+150°C)
- HNBR (Hydrogenated Nitrile): +300°F (+150°C)
- Nitrile/DETECTOMER® FDA Nitrile: +250°F (+120°C)
- Chlorobutyl (Standard): +250°F (+120°C)
- Neoprene/FDA Neoprene: +250°F (+120°C)
Standard Design
- Tube — Standard chlorobutyl liner extends to outer edge of the flange for excellent chemical resistance. The flowing arch design adds pressure resistance and reduces product buildup. Seamless tube creates a positive flange seal without gaskets.
- Body — Rubber impregnated tire cord and polyester cross-wrapped in bias-ply construction.
- Cover — Homogeneous layer of chlorobutyl elastomer extends to the outside edge of the flange. Coated with a weather-resistant protectant.
Optional Configurations
- Custom drilling: ANSI, DIN, AWWA, BS, JIS, and special drilling patterns available on request
- Extended Face-to-Face (pressure/vacuum ratings may be affected)
- Accomodate misalignment: lateral, angular, and torsional offsets
General service expansion joint for high pressure applications
GARFLEX® expansion joints feature rugged yet flexible nylon tire cord reinforcement in a molded, spherical bellows design that ensures exceptional burst pressure ratings. The streamlined flowing arch design reduces turbulence and allows smooth, quiet flow without the restricted movement you'll find with a filled arch design.
- Flowing arch design prevents sediment buildup and reduces turbulence.
- The nylon reinforcement provides the support needed for higher pressure applications without sacrificing flexibility.
- Floating flanges can be rotated to accommodate torsional misalignment.
- Can be installed against flat or raised face pipe flanges without the need for gaskets or spacers.
Yellow Band - Nitrile Tube & Neo Cover:
- ABS Type Approved (2" - 16" ID)
- ISO 15540 Fire Safe (Requires use of fire safe cover)
- ASTM F-1123 Compliant
- 46CFR56 (USCG)
- Tube — Seamless tube creates a positive flange seal without gaskets
- Cover — The homogeneous layer of rubber can withstand the rigors of weathering and ozone.
- Flanges — Rotating metallic flanges with zinc plating for corrosion resistance.
- Multiple flange configurations available: ASME B16.5/B16.47 Series A Class 125/150 (standard), ASME B16.5/B16.47 Series A Class 250/300, EN 1092-1 PN10, EN 1092-1 PN16
- Yellow Band – Nitrile Tube with Neoprene Cover
- Red Band – EPDM Tube with EPDM Cover