Effect of Temperature on Bolted Flange Assemblies
Bolted flange assemblies are helpful to connect widely with different elements of the pipelines and pressure vessels. They carry process media at temperatures that vary from cryogenic to more than 1000°C. Thermal transitions and high temperatures play a vital role in the tightness of bolted flange assemblies. We can quickly encounter the unfulfilled tightness that may occur due to thermal effects. It becomes easier if the assembled components (gaskets, bolts, and flanges) are in limits, and do not undergo mechanical failure. Characterize the temperature effects The temperature during the process is bound to rise. It demands the improvement in the chemical efficiency that drives the process. It is why; components like gaskets must be able to withstand the increase very quickly. Characterizing the temperature effects on the flange bolting assemblies will always remain a crucial issue. Not only for the end-users but also for the designers as it involves complex physical laws. The reason