Single Sphere Rubber Expansion Joint
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Single Sphere Rubber Expansion Joint

The Single Sphere Rubber Expansion Joint (also known as a rubber shock absorber or flexible rubber joint) is a vital safety connection component within piping systems used to absorb vibration, compensate for displacement, and reduce noise. Designed for high-pressure reliability, this joint ensures that piping networks remain protected from stress damage caused by thermal expansion, contraction, or pump startups through its superior elasticity.
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Product Introduction

The Single Sphere Rubber Expansion Joint (also known as a rubber shock absorber or flexible rubber joint) is a vital safety connection component within piping systems used to absorb vibration, compensate for displacement, and reduce noise. Designed for high-pressure reliability, this joint ensures that piping networks remain protected from stress damage caused by thermal expansion, contraction, or pump startups through its superior elasticity. Its robust construction and high-quality rubber compounds make it an essential standard for municipal engineering, HVAC systems, and various industrial water safety applications.

 

Product Parameter

The following table:

Feature

Technical Specification

Nominal Diameter

DN20 – DN1000 (3/4" – 40")

Working Pressure

PN10 / PN16 / PN25 (150 psi – 300 psi)

Body Material

Natural Rubber (NR) / EPDM / NBR

Flange Material

Carbon Steel (Galvanized/Epoxy) / Stainless Steel 304/316

Connection Standard

Flanged (ANSI B16.5 / EN1092 / GB)

Applicable Medium

Water, Seawater, Air, Weak Acids/Alkalis, Oils

Coating (Flange)

Fusion Bonded Epoxy (FBE) or Galvanized

 

Product Feature and Application

 

Positive Vibration Absorption:

Engineered to significantly absorb mechanical vibration, ensuring no stress migration into sensitive zones of the piping network.

Low Maintenance:

Simple internal architecture allows for long intervals between servicing, maintaining excellent resilience even after years of operation in complex environments.

Displacement Compensation:

Features high radial, axial, and angular displacement capabilities, allowing for easy installation in irregular pipeline layouts.

Applications:

Widely used in HVAC fan coil units, fire pump suction and discharge lines, sewage treatment pipelines, and municipal water main branches.

 

Product Details

 

 

 

 

 

  • Corrosion-Resistant Framework: Features high-strength synthetic cord and hard steel wire reinforcement to prevent "bursting" or deformation caused by pressure surges.
  • Reinforced Flanges: Equipped with heavy-wall cast or forged flanges designed to withstand water hammer common in industrial pump start-ups.
  • High-Grade Formulation: Utilizes anti-aging and self-lubricating rubber formulas to ensure the joint remains leak-free and flexible throughout its entire lifecycle.
  • Optimized Design: The large diameter and smooth internal sphere ensure low flow resistance and prevent sediment build-up under full system pressure.
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Product Display

 

 
 

Isometric View:

Highlighting the full curvature of the sphere and the high-gloss protective coating of the flanges.

 
 
 

Internal Cutaway:

Showing the precision alignment of the reinforcement cord layers and the rubber matrix.

 
 
 

Installation Layout:

Displayed as a primary vibration isolation component in a typical pump room riser configuration.

 

 

Transport Package

 

 

 

 

 

  • Individual Packing: Each joint is shrink-wrapped to maintain cleanliness and prevent surface abrasion of the rubber and coating.
  • Crating: Units are secured in reinforced, export-standard wooden crates with moisture-absorbent silica gel packets.
  • Security: Flange faces are protected with heavy-duty plastic covers to prevent impact damage during transit.
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After-sales Service

Technical Guidance: Provision of installation schematics, displacement limits, and torque specifications for bolt tightening.

Global Support: 24/7 technical hotline for emergency troubleshooting and rapid dispatch of replacement units or internal components.

 

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