Maxi-Joint Catalog
Maxi-Joint Catalog
TECHNICAL GUIDELINES
“FROM THE SIMPLE... TO THE SIMPLY AMAZING”
Maxi-Joint
Molded Wide Arch Expansion Joint
Style1015
Features:
• Wide flowing arch design
• Exceptional all directional movement capability
• Virtually eliminates sediment buildup
• Higher pressure rating than conventional expansion joints
• Excellent chemical and abrasion resistance
• Full vacuum rating (30" Hg) in all sizes
• 250ºF continuous service standard, 400ºF available
• Filled arch design available
• Economical fully molded construction
• Standard face to face dimensions with
ANSI 125/150 lb. drilling
• Hot dipped galvanized retaining rings standard
• Absorbs noise, vibration and shock
• Compensates for minor misalignment and offset
• Low stiffness and deflection forces
• Integrally flanged design, no gaskets required
• Large inventory means quick shipments
• Simple to install, lightweight and high strength Style1015
• Provides easy access to piping and equipment Single (1) Wide Arch,
• Wide variety of tube and cover elastomers Spool Type, Expansion Joint
available, including Pure Gum Rubber, EPDM,
Control Unit
Neoprene, Butyl, Nitrile, Hypalon®, Viton®, TH (See Note 5)
Hot Dipped
Optional Filled Arch
Galvanized
Construction
Retaining Rings
Also Typical for
O.D. 1/4" Minimum Other Styles
I.D. Thickness
Leakproof
Elastomer Tube
Multiple Layers
F/F of Tire Cord
Reinforcement
Notes:
1.) All parts listed are designed for 30" Hg (full vacuum) and have a maximum test at 26" Hg due to facility altitude and equipment 5.) WARNING: Control units (sold separately) must be used when piping is not properly anchored. Number of rods are dependent
limitations. upon maximum field test pressures. Expansion joints may operate in pipelines carrying fluids at elevated temperatures and pres-
2.) Maximum operating temperature of 250ºF for EPDM, Butyl, Hypalon®, and Viton®; 225ºF for Neoprene; 210ºF for Nitrile; 180ºF sures, so precaution should be taken to ensure proper installation and regular inspection. Care is required to protect personnel
for Pure Gum Rubber; 300ºF for EPDM and Butyl in air service at 25 PSI maximum; higher pressure and temperature ratings in the event of leakage or splash. Adequate floor drains are always recommended.
available. 6.) Movements are non-concurrent. Contact General Rubber for concurrent movements, and for sizes not shown up to 144" I.D.
3.) All sizes can be supplied with a filled arch reducing their movements by 50% and increasing the spring rates fourfold. 7.) Retaining rings are typically “L” shaped for sizes 1” through 16”, and can be flat depending on internal reinforcements and for
4.) For full product specifications and installation instructions, see SPEC 1015-1, SPEC 1015T-1 and ININ 1015-1, ININ 1015T-1. sizes 18” and larger.
4 Gross weights include retaining rings. 8.) Standard 125/150 lb. drilling includes, 1"-24" with ANSI B16.1 Class 125 lb./B16.5 Class 150 lb., 30"-60" with ANSI B16.1 Class
125 lb./ B16.47 series A, Class 150 lb., 72"-108" with ANSI B16.1 Class 125 lb./ AWWA C207 Class B.
Maxi-Joint
Teflon® Lined Molded Wide Arch Expansion Joint
Style1015T
Features:
• Superior chemical resistance even at
higher temperatures and pressures
• Wide flowing arch design
• Exceptional all directional movement
• Integrally flanged design, no gaskets required
• Liner made of 100% virgin DuPont Teflon®
• Ideal for food, pharmaceutical, chemical and
ultra pure water applications
• Multiple arches available
TH Control Unit
Style1015T
(See Note 5)
Teflon Lined,
Expansion Joint
Hot Dipped
Galvanized
Retaining Rings
O.D.
I.D. Teflon® Liner
Multiple Layers
of Tire Cord
Reinforcement
F/F
SIZE LENGTH MAX VACUUM FLANGES - 125/150 LB. (NOTE 8) MOVEMENTS SPRING RATE GROSS
I.D. F/F Pressure Rating O.D. B.C. Holes Hole TH. Comp. Ext. Lateral Angular Torsional Comp. Ext. Lateral Weight
(inch) (inch) (PSIG) (inch Hg) (inch) (inch) (no.) (inch) (inch) (inch) (inch) (inch) (degree) (degree) (lbs/in) (lbs/in) (lbs/in) (lbs)
1 6 200 30 4-1/4 3-1/8 4 5/8 13/16 1-1/4 1/2 1/2 50 4.4 199 272 368 4
1-1/2 6 200 30 5 3-7/8 4 5/8 13/16 1-1/4 1/2 1/2 44 4.1 208 294 365 5
2 6 200 30 6 4-3/4 4 3/4 13/16 1-3/4 3/4 3/4 39 4 214 272 363 5.5
2-1/2 6 200 30 7 5-1/2 4 3/4 13/16 1-3/4 3/4 3/4 33 3.8 272 340 385 7.5
3 6 200 30 7-1/2 6 4 3/4 13/16 1-3/4 3/4 3/4 28 3.7 320 408 431 8.5
4 6 200 30 9 7-1/2 8 3/4 13/16 1-3/4 3/4 3/4 22 3.6 437 567 476 10
5 6 200 30 10 8-1/2 8 7/8 13/16 1-3/4 3/4 3/4 18 3.4 534 703 567 12.5
6 6 200 30 11 9-1/2 8 7/8 13/16 1-3/4 3/4 1 15 3.2 650 839 629 16.5
8 6 or 8 190 30 13-1/2 11-3/4 8 7/8 7/8 1-3/4 3/4 1 12 3.1 719 929 765 22
10 8 190 30 16 14-1/4 12 1 7/8 1-3/4 3/4 1 17 3 903 1,179 816 34
12 8 190 30 19 17 12 1 7/8 1-3/4 3/4 1 14 2.9 943 1,247 969 45
14 8 130 30 21 18-3/4 12 1-1/8 15/16 2 7/8 1-1/8 12 2.8 1,012 1,302 1,133 55
16 8 110 30 23-1/2 21-1/4 16 1-1/8 15/16 2 7/8 1-1/8 11 2.7 1,080 1,399 1,315 64
18 8 110 30 25 22-3/4 16 1-1/4 1 2 7/8 1-1/8 10 2.6 1,216 1,573 1,451 71
20 8 110 30 27-1/2 25 20 1-1/4 1 2 7/8 1-1/8 9 2.5 1,225 1,749 1,617 82
24 10 100 30 32 29-1/2 20 1-3/8 1-1/8 2-1/4 1 1-1/4 8 2.4 1,617 2,108 1,738 102
30 10 100 30 38-3/4 36 28 1-3/8 1-1/8 2-1/4 1 1-1/4 7 2.3 2,040 2,660 2,192 140
36 10 90 30 46 42-3/4 32 1-5/8 1-1/8 2-1/4 1 1-1/4 6 2.2 2,494 3,250 2,678 190
40 12 80 30 50-3/4 47-1/4 36 1-5/8 1-1/8 2-1/4 1 1-3/8 5.1 2.1 2,698 3,481 2,871 224
42 12 80 30 53 49-1/2 36 1-5/8 1-1/8 2-1/4 1 1-3/8 4.8 2.1 2,833 3,655 3,014 235
48 12 80 30 59-1/2 56 44 1-5/8 1-1/8 2-1/4 1 1-3/8 4.2 2 3,173 4,153 3,411 290
54 12 80 30 66-1/4 62-3/4 44 2 1-1/8 2-1/4 1 1-3/8 3.8 1.9 3,853 5,022 4,140 350
60 12 80 30 73 69-1/4 52 2 1-1/8 2-1/4 1 1-3/8 3.6 1.8 4,224 5,565 4,587 420
66 12 80 30 80 76 52 2 1-1/8 2-1/4 1 1-3/8 3.3 1.7 4,911 6,398 5,276 460
72 12 80 30 86-1/2 82-1/2 60 2 1-1/8 2-1/4 1 1-3/8 3 1.6 5,516 7,186 5,924 530
78 12 80 30 93 89 64 2-1/8 1-1/8 2-1/4 1 1-3/8 2.6 1.5 6,000 7,850 6,578 580
84 12 80 30 99-3/4 95-1/2 64 2-1/4 1-1/8 2-1/4 1 1-3/8 2.3 1.4 6,498 8,670 7,404 630
90 12 70 30 106-1/2 102 68 2-3/8 1-1/8 2-1/4 1 1-3/8 2.1 1.3 6,800 9,200 8,089 855
96 12 70 30 113-1/4 108-1/2 68 2-1/2 1-1/8 2-1/4 1 1-3/8 2 1.2 7,156 10,100 9,067 1,000
102 12 60 30 120 114-1/2 72 2-5/8 1-3/8 2-1/4 1 1-3/8 1.8 1.0 7,603 10,711 9,634 1,065 5
108 12 60 30 126-3/4 120-3/4 72 2-5/8 1-3/8 2-1/4 1 1-3/8 1.7 0.9 8,050 11,323 10,200 1,125
Maxi-Joint
Single (1) Wide Arch Expansion Joints
Style1101
Features: Photo of narrow
arch joint shown.
• Versatile hand-built construction. Made in the U.S.A.
• Standard or custom face to face dimensions
• Wide flowing arch design
• Exceptional all directional movement capability
• Virtually eliminates sediment buildup
• Higher pressure rating than conventional
expansion joints
• Excellent chemical and abrasion resistance
• Full vacuum rating (30" Hg) in all sizes Style1101
• 250ºF continuous service standard, 400ºF available Single (1) Wide Arch,
• Filled arch design available Spool Type, Expansion Joints
• Hot dip galvanized retaining rings standard Control Unit
TH (See Note 5)
• Absorbs noise, vibration and shock
• Compensates for minor misalignment and offset
• Low stiffness and deflection forces Hot Dipped
Galvanized
• Integrally flanged design, no gaskets required Retaining Rings
Optional Filled Arch
Construction
• Simple to install and high strength Also Typical for
O.D. 1/4" Minimum
• Provides easy access to piping and equipment Other Styles
Thickness
I.D.
• Other standard drilling available, including ASA 300, Leakproof
Elastomer
DIN, PN, JIS, API, and Navy Tube
• Wide variety of tube and cover elastomers available, Embedded Steel
including Pure Gum Rubber, EPDM, Neoprene, Butyl, F/F and Multiple
Nitrile, Hypalon®, Viton®, Teflon®, Food Grade, and more Layers of Tire Cord
Reinforcement
SIZE LENGTH MAX VACUUM FLANGES – 125/150 LB. (NOTE 8) MOVEMENTS SPRING RATE GROSS
I.D. F/F Pressure Rating O.D. B.C. Hole Hole TH. Comp. Ext. Lateral Angular Torsional Comp. Ext. Lateral Weight
(inch) (inch) (PSIG) (inch Hg) (inch) (inch) (no.) (inch) (inch) (inch) (inch) (inch) (degree) (degree) (lbs/in) (lbs/in) (lbs/in) (lbs)
2 6 225 30 6 4-3/4 4 3/4 7/8 1 3/4 7/8 1 39 4 270 340 450 7
2-1/2 6 225 30 7 5-1/2 4 3/4 7/8 1 3/4 7/8 1 33 3.8 340 420 480 8
3 6 225 30 7-1/2 6 4 3/4 7/8 1 3/4 7/8 1 28 3.7 400 510 540 10
4 6 225 30 9 7-1/2 8 3/4 7/8 1 3/4 7/8 1 22 3.6 550 710 590 14
5 6 225 30 10 8-1/2 8 7/8 7/8 1 3/4 7/8 1 18 3.4 670 880 710 17
6 6 225 30 11 9-1/2 8 7/8 7/8 1 3/4 7/8 1 15 3.2 820 1050 790 20
8 6 225 30 13-1/2 11-3/4 8 7/8 7/8 1 3/4 7/8 1 12 3.1 990 1160 960 29
10 8 225 30 16 14-1/4 12 1 7/8 2 1 1 1/4 17 3 960 1170 820 39
12 8 225 30 19 17 12 1 7/8 2 1 1 1/4 14 2.9 1,010 1,250 970 58
14 8 220 30 21 18-3/4 12 1-1/8 1 2 1/4 1 1/8 1 1/4 12 2.8 1,080 1,300 1,140 65
16 8 160 30 23-1/2 21-1/4 16 1-1/8 1 2 1/4 1 1/8 1 1/4 11 2.7 1,150 1,390 1,320 80
18 8 160 30 25 22-3/4 16 1-1/4 1 2 1/4 1 1/8 1 1/4 10 2.6 1,220 1,570 1,450 90
20 8 130 30 27-1/2 25 20 1-1/4 1 2 1/4 1 1/8 1 1/4 9 2.5 1,280 1,750 1,620 101
24 10 130 30 32 29-1/2 20 1-3/8 1 1/8 2 1/2 1 1/4 1 3/8 8 2.4 1,730 2,100 1,740 120
30 10 100 30 38-3/4 36 28 1-3/8 1 1/8 2 1/2 1 1/4 1 3/8 7 2.3 2,180 2,660 2,190 172
36 10 90 30 46 42-3/4 32 1-5/8 1 1/8 2 1/2 1 1/4 1 3/8 6 2.2 2,660 3,250 2,680 219
42 12 90 30 53 49-1/2 36 1-5/8 1 1/8 2 1/2 1 1/4 1 1/2 4.8 2.1 3,030 3,650 3,020 290
48 12 90 30 59-1/2 56 44 1-5/8 1 1/8 2 1/2 1 1/4 1 1/2 4.2 2 3,390 4,150 3,410 342
54 12 85 30 66-1/4 62-3/4 44 2 1 1/8 2 1/2 1 1/4 1 1/2 3.8 1.9 4,120 5,020 4,140 405
60 12 85 30 73 69-1/4 52 2 1 1/8 2 1/2 1 1/4 1 1/2 3.6 1.8 4,520 5,560 4,580 500
66 12 85 30 80 76 52 2 1 1/8 2 1/2 1 1/4 1 1/2 3.3 1.7 5,250 6,390 5,270 580
72 12 85 30 86-1/2 82-1/2 60 2 1 1/4 2 1/2 1 1/4 1 1/2 3 1.6 5,900 7,180 5,920 650
78 12 80 30 93 89 64 2-1/8 1 1/4 2 1/2 1 1/4 1 1/2 2.6 1.5 6,420 7,850 6,570 715
84 12 80 30 99-3/4 95-1/2 64 2-1/4 1 1/4 2 1/2 1 1/4 1 1/2 2.3 1.4 6,950 8,670 7,400 780
90 12 80 30 106-1/2 102 68 2-3/8 1 1/4 2 1/2 1 1/4 1 1/2 2.1 1.3 7,270 9,200 8,080 880
96 12 80 30 113-1/4 108-1/2 68 2-1/2 1 1/4 2 1/2 1 1/4 1 1/2 2 1.2 7,650 10,100 9,070 1,010
102 12 60 30 120 114-1/2 72 2-5/8 1 3/8 2 1/2 1 1/4 1 1/2 1.6 0.8 8,128 10,730 9,640 1,073
108 12 60 30 126-3/4 120-3/4 72 2-5/8 1 3/8 2 1/2 1 1/4 1 1/2 1.5 0.7 8,606 11,360 10,200 1,136
Notes:
1.) All parts listed are designed for 30" Hg (full vacuum) and have a maximum test at 26" Hg due to facility altitude and equipment 5.) WARNING: Control units (sold separately) must be used when piping is not properly anchored. Number of rods are dependent
limitations. upon maximum field test pressures. Expansion joints may operate in pipelines carrying fluids at elevated temperatures and pres-
2.) Maximum operating temperature of 250 deg F for EPDM, Butyl, Hypalon, and Viton; 225 deg F for Neoprene; 210 deg F for Nitrile; sures, so precaution should be taken to ensure proper installation and regular inspection. Care is required to protect personnel
180 deg F for Pure Gum Rubber; 300 deg F for EPDM and Butyl in air service at 25 PSI maximum; higher pressure and tem- in the event of leakage or splash. Adequate floor drains are always recommended.
perature ratings available. 6.) Movements are non-concurrent. Contact General Rubber for concurrent movements, and for sizes not shown up to 144" I.D.
6 3.) All sizes can be supplied with a filled arch reducing their movements by 50% and increasing the spring rates fourfold. 7.) Series 1100 and 1200 replace styles 1025, 1050 and 1075.
4.) For full product specifications and installation instructions, see SPEC 1101-1 and ININ 1101-1. Gross weights include retaining rings. 8.) Standard 125/150 lb. drilling includes, 1"-24" with ANSI B16.1 Class 125 lb./B16.5 Class 150 lb., 30"-60" with ANSI B16.1 Class
125 lb./ B16.47 series A, Class 150 lb., 72"- 108" with ANSI B16.1 Class 125 lb./ AWWA C207 Class B.
Maxi-Joint
Double (2) Wide Arch Expansion Joints
Style1102,1202
Features:
• Double the movement with 1/2 the spring rate
• Versatile hand-built construction. Made in the U.S.A
• Standard or custom face to face dimensions
• Wide flowing arch design
• Exceptional all directional movement capability
• Virtually eliminates sediment buildup
• Higher pressure rating than conventional expansion joints
• Excellent chemical and abrasion resistance
• Full vacuum rating (30" Hg) for style 1202 Style1102,1202
• 250ºF continuous service standard, 400ºF available Double (2) Wide Arch Expansion Joints
Double the Movement with 1/2 the Spring Rate
• Filled arch design available
• Hot dip galvanized retaining rings standard Control Unit
TH (See Note 5)
• Absorbs noise, vibration and shock
• Compensates for minor misalignment and offset Optional Filled Arch
Construction
• Low stiffness and deflection forces Hot Dipped
Also Typical for
Galvanized
Other Styles
• Integrally flanged design, no gaskets required Retaining
Rings
• Simple to install and high strength O.D.
1/4" Minimum
I.D.
• Provides easy access to piping and equipment Thickness
Leakproof
• Other standard drilling available, including ASA 300, Elastomer
DIN, PN, JIS, API, and Navy F/F
Tube
SIZE LENGTH MAX VACUUM FLANGES – 125/150 LB. (NOTE 8) MOVEMENTS SPRING RATE GROSS
I.D. F/F Pressure Rating O.D. B.C. Hole Hole TH. Comp. Ext. Lateral Angular Torsional Comp. Ext. Lateral Weight
(inch) (inch) (PSIG) (inch Hg) (inch) (inch) (no.) (inch) (inch) (inch) (inch) (inch) (degree) (degree) (lbs/in) (lbs/in) (lbs/in) (lbs)
2 10 220 15 6 4-3/4 4 3/4 7/8 3 1/2 1 3/4 2 78 8 135 170 225 12
2-1/2 10 220 15 7 5-1/2 4 3/4 7/8 3 1/2 1 3/4 2 66 7.6 170 210 240 14
3 10 220 15 7-1/2 6 4 3/4 7/8 3 1/2 1 3/4 2 56 7.4 200 255 270 17
4 10 220 15 9 7-1/2 8 3/4 7/8 3 1/2 1 3/4 2 44 7.2 275 355 295 21
5 10 220 15 10 8-1/2 8 7/8 7/8 3 1/2 1 3/4 2 36 6.8 335 440 355 24
6 10 220 15 11 9-1/2 8 7/8 7/8 3 1/2 1 3/4 2 30 6.4 410 525 395 29
8 10 220 15 13-1/2 11-3/4 8 7/8 7/8 3 1/2 1 3/4 2 24 6.2 495 580 480 42
10 12 220 15 16 14-1/4 12 1 7/8 4 2 2 1/2 34 6 480 585 410 53
12 12 220 15 19 17 12 1 7/8 4 2 2 1/2 28 5.8 505 625 485 69
14 12 220 15 21 18-3/4 12 1-1/8 1 4 1/2 2 1/4 2 1/2 24 5.6 540 650 570 93
16 12 160 15 23-1/2 21-1/4 16 1-1/8 1 4 1/2 2 1/4 2 1/2 22 5.4 575 695 660 110
18 12 160 15 25 22-3/4 16 1-1/4 1 4 1/2 2 1/4 2 1/2 20 5.2 610 785 725 119
20 12 130 15 27-1/2 25 20 1-1/4 1 4 1/2 2 1/4 2 1/2 18 5 640 875 810 143
24 15 130 15 32 29-1/2 20 1-3/8 1 1/8 5 2 1/2 2 3/4 16 4.8 865 1,050 870 166
30 15 100 10 38-3/4 36 28 1-3/8 1 1/8 5 2 1/2 2 3/4 14 4.6 1,090 1,330 1,095 225
36 15 90 10 46 42-3/4 32 1-5/8 1 1/8 5 2 1/2 2 3/4 12 4.4 1,330 1,625 1,340 304
42 16 90 10 53 49-1/2 36 1-5/8 1 1/8 5 2 1/2 3 9.6 4.2 1,515 1,825 1,510 378
48 16 90 10 59-1/2 56 44 1-5/8 1 1/8 5 2 1/2 3 8.4 4 1,695 2,075 1,705 449
54 16 85 10 66-1/4 62-3/4 44 2 1 1/8 5 2 1/2 3 7.6 3.8 2,060 2,510 2,070 547
60 16 85 10 73 69-1/4 52 2 1 1/8 5 2 1/2 3 7.2 3.6 2,260 2,780 2,290 646
66 16 85 10 80 76 52 2 1 1/8 5 2 1/2 3 6.6 3.4 2,625 3,195 2,635 749
72 16 85 10 86-1/2 82-1/2 60 2 1 1/4 5 2 1/2 3 6 3.2 2,950 3,590 2,960 826
78 16 80 10 93 89 64 2-1/8 1 1/4 5 2 1/2 3 5.2 3 3,210 3,925 3,285 1,088
84 16 80 10 99-3/4 95-1/2 64 2-1/4 1 1/4 5 2 1/2 3 4.6 2.8 3,475 4,335 3,700 1,338
90 16 80 10 106-1/2 102 68 2-3/8 1 1/4 5 2 1/2 3 4.2 2.6 3,635 4,600 4,040 1,474
96 16 80 10 113-1/4 108-1/2 68 2-1/2 1 1/4 5 2 1/2 3 4 2.4 3,825 5,050 4,535 1,583
102 16 60 10 120 114-1/2 72 2-5/8 1 3/8 5 2 1/2 3 3.2 1.6 4,064 5,365 4,820 1,682
108 16 60 10 126-3/4 120-3/4 72 2-5/8 1 3/8 5 2 1/2 3 3 1.4 4,303 5,680 5,100 1,780
Notes:
1.) Series 1200 are designed for 30” Hg (full vacuum) and have a maximum test at 26” Hg due to facility altitude and equipment 5.) WARNING: Control units (sold separately) must be used when piping is not properly anchored. Number of rods are dependent
limitations. upon maximum field test pressures. Expansion joints may operate in pipelines carrying fluids at elevated temperatures and pres-
2.) Maximum operating temperature of 250 deg F for EPDM, Butyl, Hypalon, and Viton; 225 deg F for Neoprene; 210 deg F for Nitrile; sures, so precaution should be taken to ensure proper installation and regular inspection. Care is required to protect personnel
180 deg F for Pure Gum Rubber; 300 deg F for EPDM and Butyl in air service at 25 PSI maximum; higher pressure and tem- in the event of leakage or splash. Adequate floor drains are always recommended.
perature ratings available. 6.) Movements are non-concurrent. Contact General Rubber for concurrent movements, and for sizes not shown up to 144” I.D.
3.) All sizes can be supplied with a filled arch reducing their movements by 50% and increasing the spring rates fourfold. 7.) Series 1100 and 1200 replace styles 1025, 1050 and 1075. 7
4.) For full product specifications and installation instructions, see SPEC 1102-1 and ININ 1102-1. Gross weights include retaining rings. 8.) Standard 125/150 lb. drilling includes, 1”-24” with ANSI B16.1 Class 125 lb./B16.5 Class 150 lb., 30”-60” with ANSI B16.1 Class
125 lb./ B16.47 series A, Class 150 lb., 72”- 108” with ANSI B16.1 Class 125 lb./ AWWA C207 Class B.
Maxi-Joint
Triple (3) Wide Arch Expansion Joint
Style1103,1203
Features:
• Triple the movement with 1/3 the spring rate
• Versatile hand-built construction. Made in the U.S.A
• Standard or custom face to face dimensions
• Wide flowing arch design
• Exceptional all directional movement capability
• Virtually eliminates sediment buildup
• Higher pressure rating than conventional expansion joints
• Excellent chemical and abrasion resistance
• Full vacuum rating (30" Hg) for style 1203 Style1103,1203
• 250ºF continuous service standard, 400ºF available Triple (3) Wide Arch Expansion Joints
Triple the Movement with 1/3 the Spring Rate
• Filled arch design available
• Hot dip galvanized retaining rings standard
Control Unit
• Absorbs noise, vibration and shock TH (See Note 5)
SIZE LENGTH MAX VACUUM FLANGES – 125/150 LB. (NOTE 8) MOVEMENTS SPRING RATE GROSS
I.D. F/F Pressure Rating O.D. B.C. Hole Hole TH. Comp. Ext. Lateral Angular Torsional Comp. Ext. Lateral Weight
(inch) (inch) (PSIG) (inch Hg) (inch) (inch) (no.) (inch) (inch) (inch) (inch) (inch) (degree) (degree) (lbs/in) (lbs/in) (lbs/in) (lbs)
2 14 220 15 6 4-3/4 4 3/4 7/8 5 1/4 2 5/8 3 117 12 90 113 150 16
2-1/2 14 220 15 7 5-1/2 4 3/4 7/8 5 1/4 2 5/8 3 99 11.4 113 140 160 19
3 14 220 15 7-1/2 6 4 3/4 7/8 5 1/4 2 5/8 3 84 11.1 133 170 180 22
4 14 220 15 9 7-1/2 8 3/4 7/8 5 1/4 2 5/8 3 66 10.8 183 237 197 28
5 14 220 15 10 8-1/2 8 7/8 7/8 5 1/4 2 5/8 3 54 10.2 223 293 237 33
6 14 220 15 11 9-1/2 8 7/8 7/8 5 1/4 2 5/8 3 45 9.6 273 350 263 48
8 14 220 15 13-1/2 11-3/4 8 7/8 7/8 5 1/4 2 5/8 3 36 9.3 330 387 320 57
10 16 220 15 16 14-1/4 12 1 7/8 6 3 3 3/4 51 9 320 390 273 69
12 16 220 15 19 17 12 1 7/8 6 3 3 3/4 42 8.7 337 417 323 90
14 16 220 15 21 18-3/4 12 1-1/8 1 6 3/4 3 3/8 3 3/4 36 8.4 360 433 380 122
16 16 160 15 23-1/2 21-1/4 16 1-1/8 1 6 3/4 3 3/8 3 3/4 33 8.1 383 463 440 144
18 16 160 15 25 22-3/4 16 1-1/4 1 6 3/4 3 3/8 3 3/4 30 7.8 407 523 483 157
20 16 130 15 27-1/2 25 20 1-1/4 1 6 3/4 3 3/8 3 3/4 27 7.5 427 583 540 189
24 20 130 15 32 29-1/2 20 1-3/8 1 1/8 7 1/2 3 3/4 4 1/8 24 7.2 577 700 580 211
30 20 100 10 38-3/4 36 28 1-3/8 1 1/8 7 1/2 3 3/4 4 1/8 21 6.9 727 887 730 283
36 20 90 10 46 42-3/4 32 1-5/8 1 1/8 7 1/2 3 3/4 4 1/8 18 6.6 887 1083 893 387
42 22 90 10 53 49-1/2 36 1-5/8 1 1/8 7 1/2 3 3/4 4 1/2 14.4 6.3 1010 1217 1007 469
48 22 90 10 59-1/2 56 44 1-5/8 1 1/8 7 1/2 3 3/4 4 1/2 12.6 6 1130 1383 1137 554
54 22 85 10 66-1/4 62-3/4 44 2 1 1/8 7 1/2 3 3/4 4 1/2 11.4 5.7 1373 1673 1380 680
60 22 85 10 73 69-1/4 52 2 1 1/8 7 1/2 3 3/4 4 1/2 10.8 5.4 1507 1853 1527 800
66 22 85 10 80 76 52 2 1 1/8 7 1/2 3 3/4 4 1/2 9.9 5.1 1750 2130 1757 928
72 22 85 10 86-1/2 82-1/2 60 2 1 1/4 7 1/2 3 3/4 4 1/2 9 4.8 1967 2393 1973 1,018
78 22 80 10 93 89 64 2-1/8 1 1/4 7 1/2 3 3/4 4 1/2 7.8 4.5 2140 2617 2190 1,363
84 22 80 10 99-3/4 95-1/2 64 2-1/4 1 1/4 7 1/2 3 3/4 4 1/2 6.9 4.2 2317 2890 2467 1,688
90 22 80 10 106-1/2 102 68 2-3/8 1 1/4 7 1/2 3 3/4 4 1/2 6.3 3.9 2423 3067 2693 1,849
96 22 80 10 113-1/4 108-1/2 68 2-1/2 1 1/4 7 1/2 3 3/4 4 1/2 6 3.6 2550 3367 3023 1,983
102 22 60 10 120 114-1/2 72 2-5/8 1 3/8 7 1/2 3 3/4 4 1/2 4.8 2.4 2709 3577 3213 2,106
108 22 60 10 126-3/4 120-3/4 72 2-5/8 1 3/8 7 1/2 3 3/4 4 1/2 4.5 2.1 2869 3787 3400 2,230
Notes:
1.) Series 1200 are designed for 30” Hg (full vacuum) and have a maximum test at 26” Hg due to facility altitude and equipment 5.) WARNING: Control units (sold separately) must be used when piping is not properly anchored. Number of rods are dependent
limitations. upon maximum field test pressures. Expansion joints may operate in pipelines carrying fluids at elevated temperatures and pres-
2.) Maximum operating temperature of 250 deg F for EPDM, Butyl, Hypalon, and Viton; 225 deg F for Neoprene; 210 deg F for Nitrile; sures, so precaution should be taken to ensure proper installation and regular inspection. Care is required to protect personnel
180 deg F for Pure Gum Rubber; 300 deg F for EPDM and Butyl in air service at 25 PSI maximum; higher pressure and tem- in the event of leakage or splash. Adequate floor drains are always recommended.
perature ratings available. 6.) Movements are non-concurrent. Contact General Rubber for concurrent movements, and for sizes not shown up to 144” I.D.
8 3.) All sizes can be supplied with a filled arch reducing their movements by 50% and increasing the spring rates fourfold. 7.) Series 1100 and 1200 replace styles 1025, 1050 and 1075.
4.) For full product specifications and installation instructions, see SPEC 1103-1 and ININ 1103-1. Gross weights include retaining rings. 8.) Standard 125/150 lb. drilling includes, 1”-24” with ANSI B16.1 Class 125 lb./B16.5 Class 150 lb., 30”-60” with ANSI B16.1 Class
125 lb./ B16.47 series A, Class 150 lb., 72”- 108” with ANSI B16.1 Class 125 lb./ AWWA C207 Class B.
Maxi-Joint
Quadruple (4) Wide Arch Expansion Joints
Style1104,1204
Features:
• Quadruple the movement with 1/4 the spring rate
• Versatile hand-built construction. Made in the U.S.A.
• Standard or custom face to face dimensions
• Wide flowing arch design
• Exceptional all directional movement capability
• Virtually eliminates sediment buildup
• Higher pressure rating than conventional expansion joint
• Excellent chemical and abrasion resistance
• Full vacuum rating (30" Hg) for style1204 Style1104,1204
• 250ºF continuous service standard, 400ºF available Quadruple (4) Wide Arch Expansion Joints
Quadruple the Movement with 1/4 the Spring Rate
• Filled arch design available Optional Filled Arch
Construction
• Hot dip galvanized retaining rings standard Also Typical for
TH Control Unit
• Absorbs noise, vibration and shock (See Note 5) Other Styles
• Compensates for minor misalignment and offset
• Low stiffness and deflection forces Hot Dipped
• Integrally flanged design, no gaskets required Galvanized
Retaining
• Simple to install and high strength O.D. Rings
I.D.
• Provides easy access to piping and equipment 1/4" Minimum
Thickness
• Other standard drilling available, including ASA 300, Leakproof
DIN, PN, JIS, API, and Navy F/F
Elastomer Tube
• Wide variety of tube and cover elastomers available, Embedded Steel
including Pure Gum Rubber, EPDM, Neoprene, Butyl, and Multiple Layers
of Tire Cord
Nitrile, Hypalon®, Viton®, Teflon®, Food Grade, and more Reinforcement
SIZE LENGTH MAX VACUUM FLANGES – 125/150 LB. (NOTE 8) MOVEMENTS SPRING RATE GROSS
I.D. F/F Pressure Rating O.D. B.C. Hole Hole TH. Comp. Ext. Lateral Angular Torsional Comp. Ext. Lateral Weight
(inch) (inch) (PSIG) (inch Hg) (inch) (inch) (no.) (inch) (inch) (inch) (inch) (inch) (degree) (degree) (lbs/in) (lbs/in) (lbs/in) (lbs)
2 18 220 15 6 4-3/4 4 3/4 7/8 7 3 1/2 4 156 16 68 85 113 20
2-1/2 18 220 15 7 5-1/2 4 3/4 7/8 7 3 1/2 4 132 15.2 85 105 120 23
3 18 220 15 7-1/2 6 4 3/4 7/8 7 3 1/2 4 112 14.8 100 128 135 27
4 18 220 15 9 7-1/2 8 3/4 7/8 7 3 1/2 4 88 14.4 138 178 148 35
5 18 220 15 10 8-1/2 8 7/8 7/8 7 3 1/2 4 72 13.6 168 220 178 41
6 18 220 15 11 9-1/2 8 7/8 7/8 7 3 1/2 4 60 12.8 205 263 198 48
8 18 220 15 13-1/2 11-3/4 8 7/8 7/8 7 3 1/2 4 48 12.4 248 290 240 72
10 20 220 15 16 14-1/4 12 1 7/8 8 4 5 68 12 240 293 205 84
12 20 220 15 19 17 12 1 7/8 8 4 5 56 11.6 253 313 243 111
14 20 220 15 21 18-3/4 12 1-1/8 1 9 4 1/2 5 48 11.2 270 325 285 151
16 20 160 15 23-1/2 21-1/4 16 1-1/8 1 9 4 1/2 5 44 10.8 288 348 330 178
18 20 160 15 25 22-3/4 16 1-1/4 1 9 4 1/2 5 40 10.4 305 393 363 195
20 20 130 15 27-1/2 25 20 1-1/4 1 9 4 1/2 5 36 10 320 438 405 234
24 24 130 15 32 29-1/2 20 1-3/8 1 1/8 10 5 5 1/2 32 9.6 433 525 435 256
30 24 100 10 38-3/4 36 28 1-3/8 1 1/8 10 5 5 1/2 28 9.2 545 665 548 347
36 24 90 10 46 42-3/4 32 1-5/8 1 1/8 10 5 5 1/2 24 8.8 665 813 670 469
42 26 90 10 53 49-1/2 36 1-5/8 1 1/8 10 5 6 19.2 8.4 758 913 755 560
48 26 90 10 59-1/2 56 44 1-5/8 1 1/8 10 5 6 16.8 8 848 1038 853 660
54 26 85 10 66-1/4 62-3/4 44 2 1 1/8 10 5 6 15.2 7.6 1030 1255 1035 812
60 26 85 10 73 69-1/4 52 2 1 1/8 10 5 6 14.4 7.2 1130 1390 1145 955
66 26 85 10 80 76 52 2 1 1/8 10 5 6 13.2 6.8 1313 1598 1318 1,108
72 26 85 10 86-1/2 82-1/2 60 2 1 1/4 10 5 6 12 6.4 1475 1795 1480 1,211
78 26 80 10 93 89 64 2-1/8 1 1/4 10 5 6 10.4 6 1605 1963 1643 1,638
84 26 80 10 99-3/4 95-1/2 64 2-1/4 1 1/4 10 5 6 9.2 5.6 1738 2168 1850 2,038
90 26 80 10 106-1/2 102 68 2-3/8 1 1/4 10 5 6 8.4 5.2 1818 2300 2020 2,224
96 26 80 10 113-1/4 108-1/2 68 2-1/2 1 1/4 10 5 6 8 4.8 1913 2525 2268 2,383
102 26 60 10 120 114-1/2 72 2-5/8 1 3/8 10 5 6 6.4 3.2 2032 2683 2410 2,532
108 26 60 10 126-3/4 120-3/4 72 2-5/8 1 3/8 10 5 6 6 2.8 2152 2840 2550 2,681
Notes:
1.) Series 1200 are designed for 30” Hg (full vacuum) and have a maximum test at 26” Hg due to facility altitude and equipment 5.) WARNING: Control units (sold separately) must be used when piping is not properly anchored. Number of rods are dependent
limitations. upon maximum field test pressures. Expansion joints may operate in pipelines carrying fluids at elevated temperatures and pres-
2.) Maximum operating temperature of 250 deg F for EPDM, Butyl, Hypalon, and Viton; 225 deg F for Neoprene; 210 deg F for Nitrile; sures, so precaution should be taken to ensure proper installation and regular inspection. Care is required to protect personnel
180 deg F for Pure Gum Rubber; 300 deg F for EPDM and Butyl in air service at 25 PSI maximum; higher pressure and tem- in the event of leakage or splash. Adequate floor drains are always recommended.
perature ratings available. 6.) Movements are non-concurrent. Contact General Rubber for concurrent movements, and for sizes not shown up to 144” I.D.
3.) All sizes can be supplied with a filled arch reducing their movements by 50% and increasing the spring rates fourfold. 7.) Series 1100 and 1200 replace styles 1025, 1050 and 1075. 9
4.) For full product specifications and installation instructions, see SPEC 1104-1 and ININ 1104-1. Gross weights include retaining rings. 8.) Standard 125/150 lb. drilling includes, 1”-24” with ANSI B16.1 Class 125 lb./B16.5 Class 150 lb., 30”-60” with ANSI B16.1 Class
125 lb./ B16.47 series A, Class 150 lb., 72”- 108” with ANSI B16.1 Class 125 lb./ AWWA C207 Class B.
Maxi-Joint
Concentric Reducing Expansion Joints
Style1101CR
Features:
• An economic and space saving way to combine a
reducing pipe fitting with an expansion joint
• Available in custom offset arrangements and sizes
not shown
• Versatile hand-built construction. Made in the U.S.A.
• Standard or custom face to face dimensions
• Excellent all directional movement capability
• Absorbs noise, vibration and shock
• 250ºF continuous service standard, 400ºF available
• Integral flange design, no gaskets required
• ANSI 150 lb. drilling standard, other standard drilling
available, including ASA 300 lb., DIN, PN, JIS, API,
and Navy
• Filled arch design available
• Available in high pressure (HP) and high temperature
(HT) designs
Style1101CR
• Multiple plies of tire cord reinforcement and a wide Concentric Reducing Expansion Joints
variety of tube and cover elastomers available
F/F
1/4"
Minimum
Thickness
TH
Leakproof
Elastomer
Tube
Small Large
End End
Embedded Steel
and Multiple Layers
Hot Dipped Galvanized of Tire Cord
Retaining Rings Reinforcement
Maxi-Joint
Eccentric Reducing Expansion Joints
Style1101ER
Features:
• An economic and space saving way to combine a
reducing pipe fitting with an expansion joint
• Available in custom offset arrangements and sizes
not shown
• Versatile hand-built construction. Made in the U.S.A.
• Standard or custom face to face dimensions
• Excellent all directional movement capability
• Absorbs noise, vibration and shock
• 250ºF continuous service standard, 400ºF available
• Integral flange design, no gaskets required
• ANSI 150 lb. drilling standard, other standard drilling
available, including ASA 300 lb., DIN, PN, JIS, API, and Navy
• Filled arch design available
• Available in high pressure (HP) and high temperature (HT)
designs
• Multiple plies of tire cord reinforcement and a wide Style1101ER
variety of tube and cover elastomers available Eccentric Reducer
1/4"
F/F Minimum
Thickness
Leakproof
TH Elastomer
Tube
Large
End
Small
End
Embedded Steel
and Multiple Layers
of Tire Cord
Hot Dipped Galvanized Reinforcement
Retaining Rings
Maxi-Joint
High Temperature Expansion Joints
Style1101HT
Features:
• Versatile hand-built construction allows General Rubber
to design higher working temperatures. Made in the
U.S.A.
• 350ºF continuous service with EPDM / Kevlar®
• 400ºF continuous service with Viton® / Kevlar®
• Standard or custom face to face dimensions
• Wide flowing arch design
• Exceptional all directional movement capability
• Virtually eliminates sediment buildup
• Higher pressure rating than conventional
expansion joints
• Excellent chemical and abrasion resistance
• Full vacuum rating (30" Hg) in all style 1101HT sizes
• Filled arch design available
• Hot dip galvanized retaining rings standard
• Absorbs noise, vibration and shock
• Compensates for minor misalignment and offset
• Low stiffness and deflection forces
Style1101HT
• Integrally flanged design, no gaskets required Photo of narrow arch joint shown.
High Temperature Expansion Joints
• Simple to install and high strength
• Provides easy access to piping and equipment Control Unit
• Other standard drilling available, including ASA 300, TH (See Note 5)
Embedded Steel
F/F and Multiple
Layers of Tire Cord
Reinforcement
Notes:
1.) All parts listed are designed for 30" Hg (full vacuum) and have a maximum test at 26" Hg due to facility altitude and equipment 5.) WARNING: Control units (sold separately) must be used when piping is not properly anchored. Number of rods are dependent
limitations. upon maximum field test pressures. Expansion joints may operate in pipelines carrying fluids at elevated temperatures and pres-
2.) Maximum operating temperature of 350 deg F for EPDM/Kevlar and 400 deg F for Viton/Kevlar. sures, so precaution should be taken to ensure proper installation and regular inspection. Care is required to protect personnel
3.) All sizes can be supplied with a filled arch reducing their movements by 50% and increasing the spring rates fourfold. in the event of leakage or splash. Adequate floor drains are always recommended.
4.) For full product specifications and installation instructions, see SPEC 1101HT-1 and ININ 1101HT-1. Gross weights include 6.) Movements are non-concurrent. Contact General Rubber for concurrent movements, and for sizes not shown up to 144" I.D.
retaining rings. 7.) All sizes can be supplied with multiple arches for increased movements and decreased spring rates.
8.) Standard 125/150 lb. drilling includes, 1"-24" with ANSI B16.1 Class 125 lb./B16.5 Class 150 lb., 30"-60" with ANSI B16.1 Class
14 125 lb./ B16.47 series A, Class 150 lb., 72"- 108" with ANSI B16.1 Class 125 lb./ AWWA C207 Class B.
9.) Contact General Rubber with your design conditions and we will provide a detailed drawing with our proposal.
Maxi-Joint
Dismantling Expansion Joints
Style1101DJ
Features:
• Versatile hand-built construction allows General Rubber
to design self retracting designs with integral gusseted
rotating rings embedded. Made in the U.S.A.
• Standard or custom face to face dimensions
• Wide flowing arch design
• Exceptional all directional movement capability
• Virtually eliminates sediment buildup
• Higher pressure rating than conventional
expansion joints
• Excellent chemical and abrasion resistance
• Full vacuum rating (30" Hg) in all style 1101 sizes
• 250ºF continuous service standard, 400ºF available
• Filled arch design available
• Hot dip galvanized retaining rings standard
• Absorbs noise, vibration and shock
• Compensates for minor misalignment and offset
• Low stiffness and deflection forces
• Integrally flanged design, no gaskets required
Style1101DJ
• Simple to install and high strength
Dismantling Joint with Turnbuckles
• Provides easy access to piping and equipment
A
• Other standard drilling available, including ASA 300,
DIN, PN, JIS, API, and Navy
• Wide variety of tube and cover elastomers available,
including Pure Gum Rubber, EPDM, Neoprene, Butyl,
A
Nitrile, Hypalon®, Viton®, Teflon®, Food Grade, and more
Section A-A
Notes:
1.) All parts listed are designed for 30" Hg (full vacuum) and have a maximum test at 26" Hg due to facility altitude and equipment 5.) WARNING: Control units (sold separately) must be used when piping is not properly anchored. Number of rods are dependent
limitations. upon maximum field test pressures. Expansion joints may operate in pipelines carrying fluids at elevated temperatures and pres-
2.) Maximum operating temperature of 350 deg F for EPDM/Kevlar and 400 deg F for Viton/Kevlar. sures, so precaution should be taken to ensure proper installation and regular inspection. Care is required to protect personnel
3.) All sizes can be supplied with a filled arch reducing their movements by 50% and increasing the spring rates fourfold. in the event of leakage or splash. Adequate floor drains are always recommended.
4.) For full product specifications and installation instructions, see SPEC 1101HT-1 and ININ 1101HT-1. Gross weights include 6.) Movements are non-concurrent. Contact General Rubber for concurrent movements, and for sizes not shown up to 144" I.D.
retaining rings. 7.) All sizes can be supplied with multiple arches for increased movements and decreased spring rates.
8.) Standard 125/150 lb. drilling includes, 1"-24" with ANSI B16.1 Class 125 lb./B16.5 Class 150 lb., 30"-60" with ANSI B16.1 Class
125 lb./ B16.47 series A, Class 150 lb., 72"- 108" with ANSI B16.1 Class 125 lb./ AWWA C207 Class B. 15
9.) Contact General Rubber with your design conditions and we will provide a detailed drawing with our proposal.
Maxi-Joint
No Arch Rubber Flanged Pipe
Style1100
Features:
• The capacity of a flexible connector to absorb noise
and vibration is directly proportional to its flexible
length; this original design pre-dates the spherical
connector and is still preferred by many design
engineers and is considered the ultimate in noise
and vibration control
• 250ºF continuous service standard, 400ºF available
• Versatile hand-built construction, available as reducers
both concentric and eccentric, as well as elbows
and tees; elbows in long or short radius to ANSI
dimensions. Made in the U.S.A.
• Excellent chemical and abrasion resistance
• Integrally flanged design, no gaskets required
• Other standard drilling available, including ASA 300,
DIN, PN, JIS, API, and Navy
Style1100
No Arch Rubber Flanged Connectors
TH
Hot Dipped Galvanized
Leakproof Retaining Rings
Elastomer
Tube
I.D.
MOVEMENTS
SIZE LENGTH MAX VACUUM FLANGE GROSS
I.D. F/F Pressure Rating TH. Ext. Comp. Lateral Weight
(inch) (inch) (PSIG) (inch Hg) (inch) (inch) (inch) (inch) (lbs)
1 12 150 15 7/8 1/4 1/4 1/4 6
1-1/4 12 150 15 7/8 1/4 1/4 1/4 6
1-1/2 12 150 15 7/8 1/4 1/4 1/4 7
2 12 150 15 7/8 1/4 1/4 1/4 7
2-1/2 12 150 15 7/8 1/4 3/8 3/8 10
3 18 150 15 7/8 1/4 3/8 3/8 15
4 18 150 15 7/8 1/4 1/2 1/2 20
5 24 150 15 7/8 1/4 1/2 1/2 28
6 24 150 15 7/8 1/4 1/2 1/2 33
8 24 150 15 7/8 1/4 1/2 1/2 46
10 24 150 15 7/8 1/4 1/2 1/2 54
12 24 150 15 7/8 1/4 1/2 1/2 78
14 24 150 15 1 1/4 1/2 1/2 104
16 24 125 15 1 1/4 1/2 1/2 120
18 24 100 15 1 1/4 1/2 1/2 150
20 24 100 15 1 1/4 1/2 1/2 175
24 24 100 15 1-1/8 1/4 1/2 1/2 250
Notes:
1.) All Series 1200 parts listed are designed for 30" Hg (full vacuum) and have a maximum test at 26" Hg due to facility altitude 4.) WARNING: Control units (sold separately) must be used when piping is not properly anchored. Number of rods are dependent
and equipment limitations. upon maximum field test pressures. Expansion joints may operate in pipelines carrying fluids at elevated temperatures and pres-
2.) Maximum operating temperature of 250 deg F for EPDM, Butyl, Hypalon, and Viton; 225 deg F for Neoprene; 210 deg F for Nitrile; sures, so precaution should be taken to ensure proper installation and regular inspection. Care is required to protect personnel
180 deg F for Pure Gum Rubber; 300 deg F for EPDM and Butyl in air service at 25 PSI maximum; higher pressure and tem- in the event of leakage or splash. Adequate floor drains are always recommended.
perature ratings available. 5.) Movements are non-concurrent. Contact General Rubber for concurrent movements, and for sizes not shown up to 144" I.D.
16 3.) For full product specifications and installation instructions, see SPEC 1100-1 and ININ 1100-1. Gross weights include retaining 6.) Standard 125/150 lb. drilling includes, 1"-24" with ANSI B16.1 Class 125 lb./B16.5 Class 150 lb., 30"-60" with ANSI B16.1 Class
rings. 125 lb./ B16.47 series A, Class 150 lb., 72"- 108" with ANSI B16.1 Class 125 lb./ AWWA C207 Class B.
Maxi-Joint
No Arch Rubber Flanged Fittings
Style1100-45,1100-90,1100-TF
Features:
• The capacity of a flexible connector to absorb noise
and vibration is directly proportional to its flexible
length; this original design pre-dates the spherical
connector and is still preferred by many design
engineers and is considered the ultimate in noise
and vibration control•
• 250ºF continuous service standard, 400ºF available
• Versatile hand-built construction, available as reducers
both concentric and eccentric, as well as elbows
and tees; elbows in long or short radius to ANSI
dimensions. Made in the U.S.A.
• Excellent chemical and abrasion resistance
• Integrally flanged design, no gaskets required
• Other standard drilling available, including ASA 300,
DIN, PN, JIS, API, and Navy Style1100-90
• Wide variety of tube and cover elastomers available Elbow (90º) No Arch Rubber Flanged Fittings
C
TH
I.D.
Style1100-45
C
Elbow (45º) No Arch Rubber Flanged Fittings
C
TH
I.D.
Style1100-TF
Tee Shaped No Arch Rubber Flanged Fittings
C
I.D.
Notes:
1.) Contact General Rubber with your design conditions and we will provide a detailed drawing with our proposal.
Pressures are not normally as high as our straight Style 1100.
C TH
17
Maxi-Joint
Single Sphere Connector
Style1010
Features:
• Superior noise and vibration control
• Most economical flexible connector
• Precision molded spherical flowing arch design
• Solid galvanized steel floating flanges avoids the
problematic hooked or interlocking split flange design
• High tensile aircraft cable is embedded in the raised
face rubber ends to prevent pull out and avoids the
sharp cutting edge of solid steel rings
• Safe industry standard proven design utilizing the
same beaded cable technology established in the
tire industry
• No gaskets required; ANSI 150 lb. drilling standard,
other flange drilling available, including ANSI 300 lb.,
DIN, PN, JIS and API
• Compensates for minor misalignment and offset while
providing easy access to piping and equipment
• Large inventory means quick shipments
• Multiple plies of tire cord reinforcement and a wide
variety of tube and cover elastomers
Style1010
Single Sphere Connector with Floating Flanges
TH Control Unit
(See Note 3)
Solid Floating
Flanges
Beaded Cable
Multiple Layers
O.D. of Tire Cord
I.D. Reinforcement
Leakproof
Elastomer Tube
F/F
Maxi-Joint
Double Sphere Connector
Style1020
Features:
• Superior noise and vibration control
• Most economical flexible connector
• Precision molded spherical flowing arch design
• Solid galvanized steel floating flanges avoids the
problematic hooked or interlocking split flange design
• High tensile aircraft cable is embedded in the raised
face rubber ends to prevent pull out and avoids the
sharp cutting edge of solid steel rings
• Safe industry standard proven design utilizing the
same beaded cable technology established in the
tire industry
• No gaskets required; ANSI 150 lb. drilling standard,
other flange drilling available, including ANSI 300 lb.,
DIN, PN, JIS and API
• Compensates for minor misalignment and offset while
providing easy access to piping and equipment
• Large inventory means quick shipments
• Multiple plies of tire cord reinforcement and a wide
variety of tube and cover elastomers
Style1020
Double Sphere Connector with Floating Flanges
TH Control Unit
(See Note 3)
F/F
Maxi-Joint
Double Union Sphere Connector
Style1030
Features:
• Superior noise and vibration control
• Most economical flexible connector
• Precision molded spherical flowing arch design
• Solid galvanized steel union ends with NPT
female threads
• High tensile aircraft cable is embedded in the raised
face rubber ends to prevent pull out and avoids the
sharp cutting edge of solid steel rings
• Safe industry standard proven design utilizing the
same beaded cable technology established in the
tire industry
• Compensates for minor misalignment and offset while
providing easy access to piping and equipment
• Large inventory means quick shipments
• Multiple plies of tire cord reinforcement and a wide
variety of tube and cover elastomers
Style1030
Double Union Sphere Connector with Union Ends
F/F
Maxi-Joint
Molded Teflon® Expansion Joints
Style 3302
Features:
• Superior chemical resistance, utilizing 100% virgin
Dupont Teflon®
• Low stiffness and deflection forces
• 400ºF continuous service standard
• Full vacuum rating (30" Hg) in all sizes offered
• Standard face to face dimensions with threaded
ANSI 125/150 lb. drilling
• Large inventory means quick shipments
• Absorbs all directional movement
• Carbon steel or stainless steel flanges
• Reduces system noise, vibration and shock
• Compensates for minor misalignment and offset
• Simple to install, lightweight and high strength
• Integral control units standard
• Provides easy access to piping and equipment
• Ideal for food, pharmaceutical, chemical and ultra
pure water applications
TH
Teflon®
Grommet Style3302
Two Convolution Molded Teflon® Coupling
F/F
I.D.
Maxi-Joint
Molded Teflon® Expansion Joints
Style 3303
Features:
• Superior chemical resistance, utilizing 100% virgin
Dupont Teflon®
• Low stiffness and deflection forces
• 400ºF continuous service standard
• Full vacuum rating (30" Hg) in all sizes offered
• Standard face to face dimensions with threaded
ANSI 125/150 lb. drilling
• Large inventory means quick shipments
• Absorbs all directional movement
• Carbon steel or stainless steel flanges
• Reduces system noise, vibration and shock
• Compensates for minor misalignment and offset
• Simple to install, lightweight and high strength
• Integral control units standard
• Provides easy access to piping and equipment
• Ideal for food, pharmaceutical, chemical and ultra
pure water applications
Integral Limit Bolt
Teflon®
Grommet
TH
Style3303
Three Convolution Molded Teflon® Expansion Joint
F/F
I.D.
Maxi-Joint
Molded Teflon® Expansion Joints
Style 3305
Features:
• Superior chemical resistance, utilizing 100% virgin
Dupont Teflon®
• Low stiffness and deflection forces
• 400ºF continuous service standard
• Full vacuum rating (30" Hg) in all sizes offered
• Standard face to face dimensions with threaded ANSI
125/150 lb. drilling
• Large inventory means quick shipments
• Absorbs all directional movement
• Carbon steel or stainless steel flanges
• Reduces system noise, vibration and shock
• Compensates for minor misalignment and offset
• Simple to install, lightweight and high strength
• Integral control units standard
• Provides easy access to piping and equipment
• Ideal for food, pharmaceutical, chemical and ultra
pure water applications
Integral Limit Bolt
Stainless Steel
Stabilizer Guides Teflon® Grommet
TH
Style3305
Five Convolution Molded Teflon® Bellows
F/F
I.D.
Double Layer
Molded Teflon®
(PTFE) Bellows
Maxi-Joint
Slip-on, Sleeve Type, Expansion Joints Optional Split Wrap Design
Also Typical for Other Styles
Style1081,1082,1083
Features:
• Economical slip-on design eliminates the need for
mating flanges and hardware
• Extremely lightweight and flexible
• Large all directional movement capability with low
stiffness and deflection forces
• 250ºF continuous service standard, 400ºF available Style1081
Single (1) Arch, Sleeve Type,
• More than (3) arches as well as reducers and offset
Expansion Joints
styles available
• No gaskets required Stainless Steel
Screw Clamps Tire Cord
• EPDM and multiple plies of tire cord reinforcements Reinforcement
standard, with a wide variety of other tube and cover 1/4"
elastomers available Nom.
Actual
I.D.
Leakproof
Elastomer
Tube
O.A.L.
Style1082
Double (2) Arch, Sleeve Type,
Expansion Joints
Stainless Steel Style1083
Screw Clamps Tire Cord
Triple (3) Arch, Sleeve Type,
Reinforcement
Expansion Joints
1/4"
Nom.
Stainless Steel
Actual Screw Clamps Tire Cord
I.D. Reinforcement
Leakproof 1/4"
Elastomer Nom.
Tube
O.A.L. Actual
I.D.
Leakproof
Elastomer
Tube
O.A.L.
Maxi-Joint
Metal Braided Hose & Expansion Joints
StyleBSH-MN
Braided Stainless Hose with Male Nipples
Features:
• Stainless steel corrugated hose and braid with
carbon steel male NPT threaded ends StyleBSH-MN
Braided Stainless Hose with Male Nipples
• Available in standard and non-standard lengths
• Absorbs noise, vibration, and minor misalignment
StyleBSH-RF
Braided Stainless Hose with Rigid Flanges
Features:
• Stainless steel corrugated hose and braid with carbon
steel plate flanges
• Available in standard and non-standard lengths
• Absorbs noise, vibration, and minor misalignment
StyleBBH-SE StyleBSH-RF
Braided Bronze Hose with Sweat Ends Braided Stainless Hose with Rigid Flanges
Features:
• Bronze corrugated hose and braid with copper female
sweat ends
• Available in standard and non-standard lengths
• Absorbs noise, vibration, and minor misalignment
StyleSSEJ-WE,SSEJ-RF
Stainless Steel Expansion Joints
Features:
• Wide variety of stainless steel and other bellow
materials
StyleBBH-SE
Braided Bronze Hose with Sweat Ends
• Standard ends or custom designs
• Absorbs thermal movements, vibration, and minor
misalignment
• Compensators available in an externally pressurized
design with multi-Ply stainless steel bellows
Notes:
1.) Expansion joints are sized to slip over schedule 40 pipe. Other I.D. dimensions are available.
2.) Movements are non-concurrent movements. Contact General Rubber for concurrent movements, and for sizes
not shown up to 96" I.D.
3.) For full product specifications and installation instructions, see SPEC 1081-1, 1082-1 & 1083-1 and ININ 1081- StyleSSEJ-WE, SSEJ-RF
1,1082-1 & 1083-1. Stainless Steel Expansion Joints
4.) WARNING: Anchors should be used to resist the pressure thrust force and isolate movements between
expansion joints. Expansion joints may operate in pipelines carrying fluids at elevated temperatures and
pressures, so precaution should be taken to ensure proper installation and regular inspection. Care is required 25
to protect personnel in the event of leakage or splash. Adequate floor drains are always recommended.
Maxi-Joint
Control Units & Accessories
Features:
• Protects expansion joints from over- expansion
and over-compression
• High tensile galvanized steel rods standard, stainless
steel and other materials available
• Galvanized gusset plates standard, stainless steel
and other materials available
• Rubber grommets isolate vibration and are standard
on sizes 1"-12" diameter
• Internal nuts or compression sleeves available and
prevent over-compression
• Spherical washers available and prevent binding
while minimizing lateral forces G
• Double nuts are used to lock limit points and allow
for field adjustment
• Other standard drilling available, including ASA 300,
DIN, PN, JIS, API, and Navy O.D.
• Universal tied / self-guiding control units available I.D.
K
and prevent squirming on longer expansion joints
B.C.
• Hinges are available and allow for angular
movement in one dimension
• Gimbles are available and allow for
angular movement in two dimensions Bolt Hole
Diameter
J F/F
G G
O.D.
K F
I.D.
B.C.
Anchors
Expansion
Flow Joints
Guides Anchor
Pump
Pipe Guides
L 14D 14D L
4D 4D
Pipe Standard MAX MAX MAX 2 Rod Set 3 Rod Set 4 Rod Set 5 Rod Set 6 Rod Set 7 Rod Set 8 Rod Set 9 Rod Set
SIZE LENGTH Control Unit Control Unit Gusset MAX MAX MAX MAX MAX MAX MAX MAX
(I.D.) (F/F) Length Dia. TH. Pressure Pressure Pressure Pressure Pressure Pressure Pressure Pressure
(inch) (inch) (G inch) (K inch) (J inch) PSI PSI PSI PSI PSI PSI PSI PSI
1 6 16 8.6 1/2 275 - - - - - - -
1-1/2 6 16 9.3 1/2 275 - - - - - - -
2 6 16 10.3 1/2 275 - - - - - - -
2-1/2 6 16 11.1 1/2 275 - - - - - - -
3 6 16 11.6 1/2 275 - - - - - - -
4 6 16 13.3 1/2 275 - - - - - - -
5 6 16 14.4 3/4 275 - - - - - - -
6 6 16 15.4 3/4 275 - - - - - - -
8 6 16 18.5 3/4 275 - - - - - - -
10 8 16 21.5 3/4 200 275 - - - - - -
12 8 16 23.5 3/4 147 220 275 - - - - -
14 8 21 24.6 1 156 234 275 - - - - -
16 8 21 27.3 1 124 186 249 - - - - -
18 8 21 28.9 1 101 151 202 - - - - -
20 8 21 31.5 1 84 126 168 - - - - -
24 10 21 36.5 1 58 87 117 145 - - - -
30 10 29 43.5 1-3/8 71 106 142 - - - - -
36 10 29 51.5 1-3/8 51 76 101 - - - - -
40 12 29 56.5 1-3/8 40 59 80 99 - - - -
42 12 29 57.9 1-3/8 36 54 73 91 - - - -
48 12 32 65.5 2 47 70 94 - - - - -
54 12 32 72.6 2 38 56 76 94 - - - -
60 12 32 79.5 2 31 46 62 78 93 - - -
66 12 32 86.5 2 26 38 52 65 78 90 - -
72 12 32 92.5 2 22 33 44 55 66 77 88 -
78 12 32 99.5 2 19 28 38 47 57 66 76 85
84 12 35 106.7 2 24 36 49 61 73 86 80 -
90 12 35 113.5 2 21 32 43 54 64 75 85 -
96 12 35 120.5 2 19 28 38 47 57 66 76 85
102 12 35 127.5 2 17 25 34 42 51 59 67 76
Notes: 108 12 35 134.5 2 15 22 30 38 45 53 60 68
1.) Maximum Control Unit lengths and diameters, as well as gusset thickness, are meant to assist in determining adequate 3.) WARNING: Control units (sold separately) must be used when piping is not properly anchored. Number of rods are dependent upon
clearance and mating hardware selection. The values are maximum values and are based on mild steel design. maximum field test pressures. Expansion joints may operate in pipelines carrying fluids at elevated temperatures and pressures, so
Dimensions will change when using high tensile steel and with different arrangements. Contact General Rubber and precaution should be taken to ensure proper installation and regular inspection. Care is required to protect personnel in the event of
request a specific submittal drawing for your job. leakage or splash. Adequate floor drains are always recommended. 27
2.) Expansion joints should be installed between anchors. Anchors should be located at changes in pipe direction and guides 4.) Outer and inner Control Unit gaps are set to a maximum of 1/2 the allowable movements, equal on each side so that the sum does not
should be spaced according to industry standards. Piping must be supported so the expansion joints do not carry any exceed the allowable movement in any one direction.
pipe weight. Contact General Rubber for more details.
Maxi-Joint
Duct Type Expansion Joints with Slip-on Ends
Style1080LW,1081LW,1091
Features:
• Versatile hand-built construction allows General Rubber
to work with the system requirements to develop an
optimal and cost-effective solution
• 250ºF continuous service standard, 400ºF available
• The no arch Style 1080 typically incorporates wire
reinforcement for higher pressure and vacuum ratings,
while the no arch Style 1080LW has no wire and is
designed for ducting applications operating within
± 5 PSIG
• The single and multiple arch styles 1081LW, 1082LW,
1083LW and 1084LW are also designed for ducting
applications operating within ± 5 PSIG as well as
requiring significant all directional movement and/or
low deflection forces
• The unique beaded ends on the fully molded Style 1091
prevent the sleeve from being pulled out from under the
clamps, making this design ideal for vibrating bin
activators as well as other industrial OEM equipment
• Economical slip-on design eliminates the need for mating
flanges and hardware
• Wide variety of tube and cover elastomers available, Style1081LW
including Pure Gum Rubber, EPDM, Neoprene, Butyl, Slip-on, Expansion Joints
Nitrile, Hypalon®, Viton®, Food Grade, and more
Stainless Steel Tire Cord
Screw Clamps Reinforcement
1/4"
Nom.
Actual
I.D.
Leakproof
Elastomer
Tube
O.A.L.
Leakproof
Elastomer
Tube
O.A.L. Leakproof Elastomer Tube
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Maxi-Joint
Duct Type Expansion Joints with Rigid Flanges
Style1092,1097
Features:
• Up to 400ºF and ± 3 PSI continuous service
• Zero porosity in wet or dry service
• Economical, all molded construction
• Standard face to face dimensions of style 1092 include
3", 4", 6", 8", 9" or 12" with molded flanges
• Round and rectangular designs in all styles
• Exceptional all directional movement capability
• Absorbs system noise, vibration and shock
• Compensates for minor misalignment and offset
• Integrally flanged design
• Low stiffness and deflection forces
• Simple to install, lightweight and high strength
• Provides easy access to ducting and equipment
• Carbon steel, stainless steel, or hot dipped galvanized
backup rings available for easy bolting to mating flanges
• Custom face to face dimensions with style 1097
• No gaskets required
• Excellent chemical and abrasion resistance
• Wide variety of tube and cover elastomers available
Style1092,1097
Single Layer Belt Type Expansion Joints
H Spaces @ J = K
A
X
1092 – MOLDED FLANGE, FIXED FACE DESIGN
Installed
LENGTHS MFD MOVEMENT CAPABILITIES (inch)
(inch) F/F + (inch) Comp. Ext. Lateral
3 1/2 1 1/2 1/2 TH 1/32" Nom.
4 1/2 1 1/2 1/2 Solid PTFE
Construction
6 1/2 2 1/2 1
8 1/2 3 1/2 2
9 1/2 3 1/2 2 P M
12 1/2 4 3/4 3 L
Notes:
1.) Extension movement capabilities can be increased with additional pre-compression during installation. 4.) Retaining Rings/ Backing Bars of 1/4" thickness standard. – Suggested bolt spacing at 4" centers max.
2.) Anchors should be used to resist the pressure thrust force and isolate the thermal movements between expansion joints. 5.) For full product specifications and installation instructions, see SPEC 1092-1 and 1097-1 and ININ 1092-1 and 1097-1.
3.) For vacuum or large pre-compressed applications, a set-back may be required to keep the expansion joint from protruding into
the gas stream or touching the flow liner/baffle.
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Maxi-Joint
Duct Type Expansion Joints with Rigid Flanges
Style1093
Features:
• Up to 600ºF and ± 3 PSI continuous service
• 9 Mil thick laminated fluoroplastic PTFE corrosion barrier
• Round and rectangular designs in all styles
• Exceptional all directional movement capability
• Absorbs system noise, vibration and shock
• Compensates for minor misalignment and offset
• Integrally flanged design
• Low stiffness and deflection forces
• Simple to install, lightweight and high strength
• Provides easy access to ducting and equipment
• Carbon steel, stainless steel, or hot dipped galvanized
backup rings available for easy bolting to mating flanges
• Superior chemical resistance
• Zero porosity in wet and dry service
• Heat form and sealed to any size and arrangement
B.C.
H Spaces @ J = K
Y B
I.D. O.D.
TH 1/16" Nom.
PTFE Coated
Fiberglass
P M
L 9 MILS TH. Laminated
PTFE Corrosion Barrier
F/F
(Installed)
Notes:
1.) Extension movement capabilities can be increased with additional pre-compression during installation. 4.) Retaining Rings/ Backing Bars of 1/4" thickness standard. Suggested bolt spacing at 4" centers max.
2.) Anchors should be used to resist the pressure thrust force and isolate the thermal movements between expansion joints. 5.) Flange gaskets suitable for the system temperature and fluid media should be used to ensure a full seal on all fluoroplastic
3.) For vacuum or large pre-compressed applications, a set-back may be required to keep the expansion joint from protruding into styles. (Style 1093).
the gas stream or touching the flow liner/baffle. 6.) For full product specifications and installation instructions, see SPEC 1093-1 and ININ 1093-1.
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Maxi-Joint
Duct Type Expansion Joints with Rigid Flanges
Style1094
Features:
• Up to 1,000ºF and ± 3 PSI continuous service
• 1/2" thick laminated fiberglass insulation layer
• Laminated fluoroplastic PTFE corrosion barrier
• Round and rectangular designs in all styles
• Exceptional all directional movement capability
• Absorbs system noise, vibration and shock
• Compensates for minor misalignment and offset
• Integrally flanged design
• Low stiffness and deflection forces
• Simple to install, lightweight and high strength
• Provides easy access to ducting and equipment
• Carbon steel, stainless steel, or hot dipped galvanized
backup rings available for easy bolting to mating flanges
• Heat form and sealed to any size and arrangement
B.C.
H Spaces @ J = K
Y B
I.D. O.D.
PTFE Coated
TH 1/2" Nom. Fiberglass
Laminated PTFE
Corrosion Barrier
P
L 1/2" TH Fiberglass
Insulation
F/F
(Installed)
Notes:
1.) Extension movement capabilities can be increased with additional pre-compression during installation. 4.) Retaining Rings/ Backing Bars of 1/4" thickness standard. – Suggested bolt spacing at 4" centers max.
2.) Anchors should be used to resist the pressure thrust force and isolate the thermal movements between expansion joints. 5.) Flange gaskets suitable for the system temperature and fluid media should be used to ensure a full seal on all fluoroplastic
3.) For vacuum or large pre-compressed applications, a set-back may be required to keep the expansion joint from protruding into styles. (Style 1094)
the gas stream or touching the flow liner/baffle. 6.) For full product specifications and installation instructions, see SPEC 1094-1 and ININ 1094-1.
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Maxi-Joint
Duct Type Expansion Joints with Rigid Flanges
Style1095
Features:
• Up to 500ºF and ± 3 PSI continuous service
• Cycle life in the millions
• Solid fluoroplastic PTFE construction
• Ultimate chemical resistance
• Round and rectangular designs in all styles
• Exceptional all directional movement capability
• Absorbs system noise, vibration and shock
• Compensates for minor misalignment and offset
• Integrally flanged design
• Low stiffness and deflection forces
• Simple to install, lightweight and high strength
• Provides easy access to ducting and equipment
• Carbon steel, stainless steel, or hot dipped galvanized
backup rings available for easy bolting to mating flanges
• No fiberglass component to fatigue
• Heat form and sealed to any size and arrangement
B.C.
H Spaces @ J = K
Y B
I.D. O.D.
TH 1/16" Nom.
PTFE Coated
Fiberglass
P M
L 9 MILS TH. Laminated
PTFE Corrosion Barrier
F/F
(Installed)
Notes:
1.) Extension movement capabilities can be increased with additional pre-compression during installation. 4.) Retaining Rings/ Backing Bars of 1/4" thickness standard. Suggested bolt spacing at 4" centers max.
2.) Anchors should be used to resist the pressure thrust force and isolate the thermal movements between expansion joints. 5.) Flange gaskets suitable for the system temperature and fluid media should be used to ensure a full seal on all fluoroplastic
3.) For vacuum or large pre-compressed applications, a set-back may be required to keep the expansion joint from protruding into styles. (Style 1095)
the gas stream or touching the flow liner/baffle. 6.) For full product specifications and installation instructions, see SPEC 1095-1 and ININ 1095-1.
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Maxi-Joint
Composite Belt Type Expansion Joints
Style1096FF,1096DB,
1096RF,1096AF
Features:
• Flue gas service up to 1200ºF continuous service
• 9 Mil thick laminated fluoroplastic PTFE corrosion
barrier standard for superior chemical resistance
• Excellent all directional movement capability
• Absorbs system noise, vibration, and shock
• Field surveys and evaluations available
• Easy to field splice or repair by heat sealing
• Provides easy access to ducting and equipment
• Available with single or double baffles to protect
composite belt from abrasive materials
Temperature (F)
Styles Composite Construction Continuous Excursion
HCJ-800 T Fluoroplastic/Fiberglass 800 900
HCJ-1000 T Fluoroplastic/Fiberglass 1,000 1,100 Mat Insulation
HCJ-1200 T Fluoroplastic/Fiberglass 1,200 1,300 Gas Seal
Gas Seal
Insulation Plies
Style1096FF
(Flat Flanges)
Back-Up Bar Composite Belt
Capped Edge
A-36 Steel
(3X2 Angle STD)
Bolt In Weld
Style Set In Style
Back
Mating Flange
(By Others) Style1096RF Composite Belt (Field Splice Required)
(Retro-Fit)
Optional:
Bolt In Existing Damaged Weld
Single Break Baffle (1/8" A-36 Standard) Flow Duct I.D.
Style Metal Joint In Style
New Mounting
Plates Duct I.D.
Style1096DB
(Double Baffle) Composite Belt
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Joint I.D. F/F
Double Action Baffle Design Duct I.D.
Maxi-Joint
Duct Type Expansion Joints with Rigid Flanges
Style1098
Features:
• Versatile hand-built construction allows General Rubber
to work with the system requirements to develop an
optimal and cost-effective solution
• Single or multiple arch Style 1098 is designed for round
or rectangular ducting systems operating within 400ºF
and ± 3 PSIG as well as requiring significant all directional
movement and/or low deflection forces
• Round and rectangular designs in all styles
• Exceptional all directional movement capability
• Absorbs system noise, vibration and shock
• Compensates for minor misalignment and offset
• Integrally flanged design
• Low stiffness and deflection forces
• Simple to install, lightweight and high strength
• Provides easy access to ducting and equipment
• Carbon steel, stainless steel, or hot dipped galvanized
backup rings available for easy bolting to mating flanges
• No gaskets required
• Excellent chemical and abrasion resistance Style1098
Single Layer Molded Arch Type
• Wide variety of tube and cover elastomers available Expansion Joints With Rigid Flanges
B.C.
H Spaces @ J = K
Tube Elastomer
Y B
I.D. O.D.
TH 1/4 Nom.
D
P P
M
L
F/F
MFD & Installed
Notes:
1.) Contact General Rubber with your design conditions and we will provide a detailed drawing with our proposal. 4.) Retaining Rings/ Backing Bars of 1/4" thickness standard. – Suggested bolt spacing at 4" centers max.
2.) Anchors should be used to resist the pressure thrust force and isolate the thermal movements between expansion joints. 5.) For full product specifications and installation instructions, see SPEC 1098-1 and ININ 1098-1.
34 3.) For vacuum or large pre-compressed applications, a set-back may be required to keep the expansion joint from protruding into
the gas stream or touching the flow liner/baffle.
Maxi-Joint
Teflon® Spray Shields
StyleTSS
Features:
• Safely deflects harmful spray-out if leakage occurs
at flanges, valves, or expansion joints
• Solid fluoroplastic PTFE construction offers superior
chemical resistance and 400ºF service
• Simple to Install, lightweight, and high strength
• Also used as solar covers in desert environments
• Metal shrouds can be used for similar purpose and
are available
StyleTSS
Teflon® Spray Shields
Maxi-Joint
Link Penetration Seals
Wall
StyleLPS Sleeve
Features: Bolt
Style LPS
Link Penetration Seal
CHEMICAL PROCESSING As the pollution abatement and waste water treatment industries came of age,
Expansion joints and pinch valves of chemical-resistant materials General Rubber responded by developing corrosion and abrasion-resistant prod-
are required on caustic chemical pumps, digesters and scrubbers, ucts to meet their specific requirements. Similarly, chemical processing plants,
and are found throughout the piping and ducting system. paper mills, and mining operations have learned that they can depend on General
Rubber products.
PAPER AND PULP
Bleaching systems and lines containing white, black, and green Milwaukee Park Stadium and many other commercial and industrial venues use
liquors require chemical-resistant General Rubber products General Rubber vibration control products for their heating, ventilation, and air
along with the pulp slurry pumps and scrubber units. conditioning (HVAC) systems to relieve stress and absorb objectionable noise and
vibration. Ships, including the USS Cole, use General Rubber expansion joints to
HVAC save space, reduce noise, and isolate vibration.
Pump connectors and other noise vibration control products will
The General Rubber customer commitment is evident in every aspect of our busi-
reduce noise and vibration generated from mechanical equip-
ness. Our sales team includes engineers who are prepared to discuss the intrica-
ment, including pumps, chillers, compressors, fans, heat
cies of the application. They know what questions to ask to identify the best solu-
exchangers, and cooling towers. They are also used to absorb
tion at the best price. If an effective solution cannot be obtained from our exten-
thermal movements and vibration in risers and other pipelines.
sive product line, our professional engineers will custom design a solution optimal
for your application. This willingness to search for answers is deeply ingrained in
MINING
our customer commitment and lies behind our tradition of releasing new and
The extremely abrasive slurry in tailing lines requires Pure Gum
innovative products each year.
Rubber expansion joints and pinch valves. The ducting also often
requires chemical-resistant flexible connections.
MARINE
Shipboard piping and ducting utilize Neoprene connectors built
Executive Vice President Amy Hammarstrom
to Coast Guard, ABS, and ASTM F-1123-87 standards. has a B.S. in Business Administration and is a
Certified Auditor. Her primary responsibilities
are to lead the internal operations and to
enforce the ISO 9001 certified quality program.
New design features in piping expansion joints is the subject and title
of the linked paper presented at The American Power Conference. It
also remains a good reference for understanding the incredible per-
formance improvements that can be achieved when advanced mate-
rials and technologies are utilized.
Printed in U.S.A.
RECYCLABLE
PAPER
GC-561 GR-561/05/11/5M