Universal Expansion Joints

Universal Expansion Joints

The universal expansion joint consists of two bellows separated by a pipe section or spool. The primary purpose of this arrangement is to have a unit which will accept large amounts of lateral deflection. The amount of lateral deflection they can accept is a function of the amount of angulation each bellows can absorb and the distance between the bellows.

Universal types can be supplied with or without tie rods. Tie rods connect the ends of the unit to each other and restrain the pressure thrust load.

Features:

• Absorbs large amount of lateral deflection with tie rods unit absorbs the pressure thrust.