What is the groove flange of the water pump
Groove flange, also known as grooved flange, is a special form of pipe connection parts. Its main feature is that grooves are cut on the connection surface of the flange, which are used to reinforce and connect the pipe. The following is a detailed analysis of the groove flange:
1. Definition and characteristics
Definition: Groove flange is a type of flange with grooves cut on the flange connection surface, so that the flange can connect the pipe more firmly.
Features:
Groove design: Grooves are cut on the flange connection surface. The number of grooves is not fixed but generally required to be equal to enhance the bearing capacity and sealing of the flange.
High pressure and high temperature adaptability: Since the groove design enhances the structural strength of the flange, the groove flange is usually used in high pressure, high temperature and highly corrosive media environments.
Sealing: The combination of the groove and the sealing gasket or sealing ring makes the groove flange have better sealing performance when connecting the pipe.
2. Structure and composition
The structure of the groove flange is mainly composed of flange, gasket (or sealing ring) and fasteners:
Flange: The main part of the flange, on which a notch is cut, and is made of high-quality materials (such as carbon steel, stainless steel) to ensure high strength and corrosion resistance.
Gasket/sealing ring: Located between the flanges, it is used to ensure the sealing performance of the pipe connection. In the groove flange, the gasket or sealing ring needs to be installed with the notch.
Fasteners: such as bolts, nuts, etc., are used to fasten the flange and the gasket (or sealing ring) together to ensure the stability and reliability of the pipe connection.
3. Working principle
The working principle of the groove flange mainly depends on its unique notch design and the role of the gasket (or sealing ring). During installation, the gasket (or sealing ring) is placed in the notch, and then the two flanges are tightly connected together by fasteners. The design of the notch enables the gasket (or sealing ring) to better embed and fill the gap between the flanges, thereby achieving a tighter seal.
