In what field are aluminum flanges often used?

Aluminum flange is a component that connects pipes, valves, equipment, etc., and is usually used in industry, construction, chemical industry, water treatment, oil, natural gas and other fields.

Aluminum flange is a part of the connection between the pipe and the pipe, the main role is used for the connection between the pipe, there are also some flanges used in the import and export of the equipment for the connection between the two equipment.  Aluminum alloy flange connection or flange joint refers to the flange plate and bolt three connected to each other, as a group of assembly, sealing structure can be disassembled and connected.

Commonly used standards are also 6061 6060 6063.

Aluminum flanges have the characteristics of light weight, corrosion resistance, and easy processing, so aluminum flanges are often used in the following places:

1. Pipeline connection:

Aluminum flanges are often used to connect pipes of different types or diameters to transport fluid or gas, such as industrial pipelines, water supply and drainage systems, etc.

2. Valve connection:

In industrial equipment, valves usually need to be connected with pipelines or other equipment, and aluminum flanges can be used to realize the fixing and connection of valves.

3. Chemical equipment:

Aluminum flanges are also widely used in chemical equipment, used to connect reaction kettles, storage tanks, transmission equipment, etc.

4. Food processing:

Since the characteristics of aluminum will not cause food pollution, aluminum flanges can also be used in the food processing industry, such as food pipelines, storage tanks, etc.

5. Ships and ocean engineering:

Because aluminum has good corrosion resistance and is suitable for marine environments, aluminum flanges can be used to connect various pipes and equipment in ships, docks, and ocean engineering.

6. Construction engineering:

Aluminum flanges can also be used for some connection requirements in construction engineering, such as building water supply and drainage systems, air conditioning systems, etc.

7. Mine and mining industry:

In some mines and mining industries, aluminum flanges can be used to connect conveying equipment, processing equipment, etc.

8. Energy field:

Aluminum flanges can be used in the energy field to connect oil pipelines, natural gas pipelines, etc.

It should be noted that although aluminum flanges have many advantages, they may not be suitable for use in some high temperature and high pressure, special media, and special environments. When selecting flange connections, it is necessary to comprehensively consider factors such as specific application scenarios, fluid properties, and working environment.


Post time: Aug-24-2023