Large-diameter Hand-wrapped Rubber Ball With Limiters
The Large-diameter Hand-wrapped Rubber Ball With Limiters is a restrained flexible rubber joint for large-diameter pipelines. It is used in municipal water transmission, sewage-treatment plants, large pump stations, thermal-power circulating-water systems, flood-control drainage, and high-flow chemical pipelines.
Description
Product Overview
The Large-diameter Hand-wrapped Rubber Ball With Limiters is a restrained flexible rubber joint for large-diameter pipelines. It is used in municipal water transmission, sewage-treatment plants, large pump stations, thermal-power circulating-water systems, flood-control drainage, and high-flow chemical pipelines.
Core Advantages
1. Layer-by-layer hand-wrapped reinforcement for DN300 to DN3000 bodies. Technicians control cord direction, overlap, and tension around the full sphere. On large flexible surfaces exposed to high hydraulic thrust, the uniform lay-up prevents weak zones and distributes pressure strain through the complete circumference.
2. Adjustable limiter assembly. Tie rods and lug plates set the maximum extension between the flanges and restrain hydrostatic end load. At pump outlets and long transmission mains, the rods engage before pressure thrust stretches the rubber ball beyond its rated travel.
3. Large movement inside a defined mechanical range. The hand-built sphere absorbs thermal expansion, foundation movement, and equipment vibration, while the limiter fixes the maximum allowable extension. In open-air and large-bore pipe systems, the joint remains flexible without leaving axial travel uncontrolled.
Customization Capabilities
- Hand-wrapped body: Cord direction, layer count, wall thickness, and bore lining are set from the diameter, pressure, and medium.
- Limiter system: Tie-rod size, lug-plate structure, coating, and travel setting are built to the rated extension.
- Flange interface: GB, ANSI, DIN, BS, or JIS drilling and the face-to-face length are produced from the approved drawing.
Quality Control
Each hand-wrapped layer is checked for cord direction, overlap, tension, and full rubber coverage before the next layer is applied. The finished lay-up is measured for wall uniformity before vulcanization. Flange dimensions, lug plates, tie rods, nuts, and coating are inspected against the approved drawing. Every joint receives dimensional inspection and 100% pressure and leak testing. Limiter travel is set and verified before the assembly is protected, braced, and packed in a reinforced wooden case.
FAQ
Q: How long does a custom large-diameter joint take?
A: Custom production normally requires 40 to 50 days after the diameter, pressure, movement, flange standard, and limiter drawing are approved.
Q: How is the joint protected during shipping?
A: The rubber body and coated parts are wrapped separately, flange faces are covered, and the complete assembly is fixed with internal bracing inside a reinforced wooden case.
Q: Can the limiter rods replace pipe anchors?
A: No. Limiters protect the joint from over-extension, but the piping system still requires anchors and guides designed for pressure thrust and operating loads.
Q: How are limiter settings determined?
A: The rod gap is set from the rated extension and the installed position. It must not be adjusted beyond the movement shown on the approved drawing.
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