Benefits of Using Flange Fittings
Benefits of Flanges Since there are specific applications where flanges &/or flange fittings are the only applied choice (particularly in larger, high pressure piping applications), flanges sometimes provide benefits to the piping system that outdated hydraulic fittings do not. For example, in those larger OD applications flanges are frequently able to be connected to pipe (tube or hose) & component ports more easily than threaded fittings or connectors. Most significantly, in many severe service applications on mobile construction equipment flanged connections are best for: 1. Ease of assembly in close-fitting spaces where wrenches might not have clearance if installing outdated fittings, & they are more easily assembled with modest torque. 2. Hard to reach areas where flexibility is required, eliminating the need for adapters in the tube, pipe or hose line. 3. Large hose, tube or pipe connections where shock, vibration, high pressure &am