TWINFLEX Type
TWF
Flanged Type Flexible Rubber Joint
e
in -S pher th
Tw i
r Jo int w
e s
Rubb g Flange
tin
Floa
Features
High pressure resistance Large Compression, Elongation
and Angular Movement
Combining the latest molding techniques and
extremely tough synthetic rubber fiber, TWINFLEX Fit for suction and
can be safely used up to a maximum working pres- delivery (discharge)
sure of 285 psi (20kgf/cm2) and a rupture pressure of
780 psi (55kgf/cm2).
Additional Features and
TWINFLEX can also withstand a considerable
Benefits
vacuum force, making it ideal for use at the suction 1 Additional gaskets and/or packing are not required.
and delivery ends of a fluid distribution system. 2 Simplified installation in all piping systems using easy
alignment flanges.
sure 3 Ability to absorb considerable elongation and compres-
Pres ssur
e
Max
.Wor
p s
k
i
ing
p s i Burs
t Pre sion of pipes caused by temperature changes prevents
285 780
piping system breaks and equipment down time.
Typical 1)Cold and warm water pressure piping systems in
Applications commercial and industrial buildings and plants.
2)Pump and turbine piping used for power generation
plants, industrial machinery and pump blowers.
3)Feed-water and drainage piping for water, wastewa-
ter, and sanitary systems.
Note:TWINFLEX is not applicable for use with oil,
air, gases, hot water supply lines and with
pool water.
Control units must be used to prevent movement past design limits if piping and equipment connected by
Warning this flexible joint are not anchored and guided.
TOZEN Corporation 8-4 Asahi, Yoshikawa, Saitama 342-0008 Japan Phone:+81-48-993-1030 Fax:+81-48-993-1038
URL : http : //www . tozen . info E-mail : team@[Link]
TWINFLEX Type
Flanged Type Flexible Rubber Joint
TWF
Operating Size Range 1-1/4" 6" 8" 12"
Conditions Max. Pressure* 285 psig 228 psig
Oper. Temperature 14 F 158 F
Vacuum Rating* 25"Hg
Burst Pressure* Greater than 780 psig
* at normal temperature of 80 F
Material of No. Component Material
L
Construction Flange Carbon Steel
Outer Bellow Neoprene
Reinforcing Fabric Synthetic Fiber
Inner Bellow Neoprene
Wire Carbon Steel
Dimension Pipe Length Model Allowable Movements* Weight & Carton
and Size L No. T.M. A.E. A.C. A.M. Box Size
Allowable 1-1/4" 7" TWF114M 3/4" 3/8" 3/4" 30 7.3 lbs & 0.29 ft3
Movements 1-1/2" 7" TWF112M 3/4" 3/8" 3/4" 30 8.4 lbs & 0.35 ft3
2" 7" TWF2M 3/4" 3/8" 3/4" 30 9.7 lbs & 0.40 ft3
2-1/2" 7" TWF212M 3/4" 3/8" 3/4" 30 12.2 lbs & 0.46 ft3
3" 7" TWF3M 3/4" 3/8" 3/4" 30 13.3 lbs & 0.53 ft3
4" 9" TWF4M 1" 5/8" 1-1/4" 30 17.0 lbs & 0.87 ft3
5" 9" TWF5M 1" 5/8" 1-1/4" 30 25.4 lbs & 1.15 ft3
6" 9" TWF6M 1" 5/8" 1-1/4" 30 32.9 lbs & 1.45 ft3
8" 13" TWF8M 1-1/4" 3/4" 1-1/2" 30 43.7 lbs & 2.65 ft3
10" 13" TWF10M 1-1/4" 3/4" 1-1/2" 30 67.9 lbs & 4.05 ft3
12" 13" TWF12M 1-1/4" 3/4" 1-1/2" 30 82.7 lbs & 5.60 ft3
* Information in the above table is for single movement only. In case of complex movements, some correction is required as follows.
[Link](C) = [Link](C) 1-( T.M. + A.M. ) Note:* Twinflex is not applicable for oil, hot water
A.T.M. A.A.M. supply, pool water circulating pump.
T.M. = Transverse Movement,
* Use our TEFLON® flexible joints for those
A. E. = Axial Elongation,
A.C. = Axial Compression, applications.
A.M. = Angular Movement.
[Link](C) = Correct Elongation (Compression)
[Link](C) = Allowable Elongation (Compression)
A.T.M. = Allowable Transverse Movement
A.A.M. = Allowable Angular Movement
Install the joint according to the above given allowable dimensions.
Tozen product specifications reflect the design at time of printing.
Tozen reserves the right to change or modify product design, construction, specifications,
or materials without notice. Please contact us for certified prints when necessary.
TOZEN Corporation 8-4 Asahi, Yoshikawa, Saitama 342-0008 Japan Phone:+81-48-993-1030 Fax:+81-48-993-1038
URL : http : //www . tozen . info E-mail : team@[Link]