Rubber Bellow

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CONTENTS
Rubber Bellows
EPDM, BUTYL,
PERBUNAN NBR
Product
Application
Product Code
Page No.
EPDM Untied
EPDM Tied
Untied
Tied
(R)
(R)
(A)
(A)
ChW, LTHW
ChW, LTHW
Large Movement
Large Movement
EA65-E . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
EA66-E . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
EA67-E,B,P . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
EA68-E,B,P . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Untied
Tied
(AS)
(AS)
High Temperature
High Temperature
EA53-E,P . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
EA58-E,P . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Untied
Untied
(A)
(AS)
Screwed Connections
Screwed Connections
EA63-E,B,P . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
EA54-E,P . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Rubber Bellows
EPDM PLANTLINK
Product
Application
Product Code
EPDM Untied
EPDM Tied
ChW, LTHW
ChW, LTHW
PL61 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
PL62 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Anti-Vibration Joints
Page No.
Stainless Steel
Product
Application
Product Code
Page No.
Stainless Steel Tied
HTHW
EA46/49 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Technical Information
Subject
Page No.
Selecting Rubber Bellows . . . . . . . .3

Effective Areas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Noise Isolation Graphs . . . . . . . . .12
Installation Instructions . . . . . . .16/17
Product Identification . . . . . . . . . . .18
DISCLAIMER
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of these data
sheets, however we cannot accept responsibility for any errors. The
product sketches are only indicative and may not accurately reflect
the construction of the units. Full dimensional drawings are
available on request. Engineering Appliances reserves the right to
make product changes without prior notification.
October 2001
Engineering Appliances
INTRODUCTION TO RUBBER BELLOWS

APPLICATION
Rubber Bellows are primarily used to absorb noise
and vibration between rotating equipment such as
pumps or chillers and pipework. Their high flexibility
also makes them suitable for compensating small
installation misalignments. Rubber Bellows can be
used just like a metal expansion joint to compensate
for axial, lateral or angular movement. as any other
unrestrained expansion joint, rubber bellows will
extend under pressure. Their pressure thrust
however varies with length as the shape of the
bellows change. However the forces involved are
just as large. The pressure thrust is calculated by
multiplying the cross sectional area, times the
maximum pressure. To prevent the bellows from
extending, the pipework needs to be anchored.
Typical applications are taking up thermal expansion
in plastic pipework or noise isolation in small
diameter pipework at low pressures. EA Stenflex
bellows are thin walled and therefore extremely
flexible, ensuring the highest degree of noise and
vibration isolation.
SELECTION
Not all rubber bellows are the same. To ensure a
long and trouble free working life, it is vital to select
the right bellows for the application. Temperature
and pressure are the most important, but not the only
criteria that needs to be considered.
PRESSURE
Most bellows in these data sheets are rated at a
maximum pressure of 16 bar g. However this needs
to be de-rated at temperatures above 50C as the
factor of safety is reduced.
TEMPERATURE
The maximum temperature ratings vary for the
different type of bellows. Nylon reinforced bellows
should never be used at temperatures above 90C.
Steel wire mesh reinforced bellows such as the
EA53 or the EA58 may be used up to 100C. For
service above 100C, only a stainless steel bellows
will give an acceptable service life (EA49).
MEDIUM
organic compound which will age with time. The life

is determined by external influences such as
ultraviolet light, ozone etc., but the main influence is
temperature. The higher the working temperature,
the shorter the life expectancy.
When making a selection it is not just important to
state the maximum working conditions, but also the
required life.
The life expectancy of nylon reinforced bellows
deteriorates rapidly at temperatures above 70C.
Where temperatures are continuous throughout the
year, steel wire reinforced bellows such as the EA53
and the EA58 should be considered.
LOCATION
The location and the importance of the installation
should also be considered. At the end of the service
life a nylon reinforced bellow can fail
catastrophically.
This can have grave consequences in rooftop
installations for example or in vital systems such as
hospitals. In these cases a steel wire mesh
reinforced bellows is preferable as it is much less
likely to fail (EA53/58).
QUALITY
EA Stenflex bellows are of the highest quality
standard. They are manufactured in Europe under
strict quality control. All bellows have their date of
manufacture moulded into the body. The steel wire
mesh reinforced bellows Stenflex type AS, EA53 and
EA58 (up to 200mm NB) have been type approved
by the German TUV to DIN4809 (The use of rubber
bellows in heating systems). This standard requires
that bellows after a service life of 10 years at 100C
must have a burst pressure of not less than 30 bar.
The type AS is marked accordingly and each bellows
has a unique number for full traceability.
All the bellows shown in these data sheets can be
supplied with material specification.
INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE

Comprehensive Installation instructions accompany
each delivery of bellows. These must be followed to
ensure maximum service life. They also include
instructions for care and maintenance.
EPDM rubber is the most suitable for heating and

chilled water. For HWS or cold water services, a
good quality Butyl is recommended such as the
EA67-B or the EA68-B. For duty with oil or oil
contaminated water EPDM is unsuitable and a
bellows with a Perbunan inner liner should be
selected such as the EA67-P or the EA68-P.
LIFE
All rubber bellows have a limited life. Rubber is an
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RUBBER BELLOWS
STENFLEX (R)
EA 65-E
EPDM
NYLON
UNTIED
Specification
Engineering Appliances rubber bellows type EA65 with EPDM
rubber liner and high tensile synthetic fibre reinforcement and
steel wire reinforced raised faces fitted with flanges drilled to
BS4504 PN16 in carbon steel with integral bellows stabilising
collar.
Materials
Liner:
Reinforcement:
Cover:
Flanges:
Identification
Colour Code:
Markings:
Nominal
Diameter
Supplied
Length
Inside
Diameter
EPDM Rubber
Synthetic Fibre
EPDM Rubber
Carbon Steel type ST37.2 - Zinc plated
Orange triangle
Stenflex R, Date of Manufacture, Size,
Pressure rating.
Axial Movement
Movement
Sealing
Face OD
Compress
Extens.
Lateral
mm
mm
mm
mm
mm
mm
mm
32
40
50
65
80
100
125
150
200
130
130
130
130
130
130
130
130
130
45
45
56
72
84
109
133
161
209
85
85
95
115
127
151
178
206
260
20
20
20
20
20
20
20
20
20
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
Angular
Product
Code
degrees
20
20
20
15
15
8
8
7
5
EA65-032-E
EA65-040-E
EA65-050-E
EA65-065-E
EA65-080-E
EA65-100-E
EA65-125-E
EA65-150-E
EA65-200-E
Applications
Operating Parameters
The EA65 range of rubber bellows are designed to absorb

noise and vibration occurring from rotating or reciprocating
plant such as pumps, chillers or air handling units. They
may also be used to compensate for thermal expansion or
settlement. EPDM rubber has very good hot water
properties and is resistant to acids. It has poor resistance
to hydrocarbons.
These bellows must be restrained by suitable anchors.
Maximum Working Pressure: 16 bar g at 50C

10 bar g at 90C
Allowable Test Pressure:
21 bar g
Burst Pressure:
>45 bar g
Vacuum:
Support Rings may be
required
Temperature Range:
-40C to + 90C
Minimum Design Life:
5 years at 82C
Flange Options
BS4504-PN16 as standard
Alternative Flange drillings on request.
*not simultaneously
RUBBER BELLOWS
STENFLEX (R)
EA66-E
EPDM
NYLON
TIED
Specification
Engineering Appliances rubber bellows type EA66 with
EPDM rubber liner and high tensile synthetic fibre
reinforcement and steel wire reinforced raised faces fitted
with flanges drilled to BS4504 PN16 in carbon steel with
integral bellows stabilising collar and adjustable tie bar
assembly.
Materials
Liner:
EPDM Rubber
Reinforcement: Synthetic Fibre
Cover:
EPDM Rubber
Flanges:
Tie bars:
8.8 carbon steel Zinc plated
Isolation
Up to 150mm N.B EPDM rubber top hats,
200mm and above - spherical washers, steel galvanised
Identification
Colour Code:
Orange triangle
Markings:
Stenflex R, Size, Date of Manufacture,
Pressure rating.
Nominal
Diameter
mm
32
40
50
65
80
100
125
150
200
250
300
Supplied
Length
mm
130
130
130
130
130
130
130
130
130
130
130
Inside
Diameter
Sealing
Face OD
mm
mm
45
45
56
72
84
109
133
161
209
262
312
85
85
95
115
127
151
176
206
260
313
363
No. of
Tie bars
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
3
3
4
Pressure
Rating
Movement Lateral
bar g
+/-mm
16
16
16
16
16
16
16
16
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
Product
Code
EA66-032-E
EA66-040-E
EA66-050-E
EA66-065-E
EA66-080-E
EA66-100-E
EA66-125-E
EA66-150-E
EA66-200-E
EA66-250-E
EA66-300-E
Applications
The EA66 range of rubber bellows are designed to absorb noise

and vibration occurring from rotating or reciprocating plant such
as pumps, chillers or air handling units. They may also be used
to compensate for thermal expansion or settlement. EPDM
rubber has good hot water properties and is resistant to acids. It
has poor resistance to hydrocarbons. These bellows do not
require anchors.

10 bar g at 90C
21 bar g
Burst Pressure:
>45 bar g
Vacuum:
Support Rings may be required
Temperature Range:
-40C to + 90C
5 years at 82C
Flange Options
RUBBER BELLOWS
STENFLEX (A)
EA67-E,B,P
EPDM, BUTYL OR PERBUNAN
NYLON UNTIED
Specification
Engineering Appliances rubber bellows type EA67 with EPDM,
Butyl or Perbunan rubber liner and high tensile synthetic fibre
reinforced body fitted with flanges drilled to BS4504 PN16 in
carbon steel with integral bellows stabilising collar.
Materials
Liner:
Reinforcement:
Cover:
Flanges:
Identification
Colour Code:
Markings:
Nominal
Diameter
mm
25
32
40
50
65
80
100
125
150
200
250
300
350
400
EPDM , Butyl or Perbunan

Synthetic Fibre
EPDM Rubber**
EPDM - Orange band
Butyl - White band
Perbunan - red band
Stenflex A, Size, Date of Manufacture,
Pressure rating.
Movement*
Supplied Inside
Sealing Spring Rate Axial Movement*
Length Diameter Face OD
Axial
Compress Extens. Lateral Angular
mm
mm
100
125
125
125
125
150
150
150
150
175
175
200
200
200
23
37
37
46
62
76
96
121
146
200
250
300
350
400
mm
51
73
73
85
104
117
136
165
190
266
316
375
427
477
N/mm
26
21
21
26
44
17
32
26
26
21
27
33
57
93
mm
mm
+/-mm
Degrees
20
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
45
45
45
45
45
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
15
15
15
15
15
10
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
25
25
25
25
25
20
15
15
12
8
7
6
6
5
Product Code
EA67-***-E EPDM
EA67-***-B BUTYL
EA67-***-P PERBUNAN
EA67-025-E,B,P
EA67-032-E,B,P
EA67-040-E,B,P
EA67-050-E,B,P
EA67-065-E,B,P
EA67-080-E,B,P
EA67-100-E,B,P
EA67-125-E,B,P
EA67-150-E,B,P
EA67-200-E,B,P
EA67-250-E,B,P
EA67-300-E,B,P
EA67-350-E,B,P
EA67-400-E,B,P
Applications

to compensate for thermal expansion or settlement.
EPDM rubber has very good hot water properties and is
resistant to acids. It has poor resistance to hydrocarbons. The
Butyl liner option is suitable for drinking water, and the Perbunan
N liner is oil resistant.
These bellows require suitable anchors.

10 bar g at 90C
21 bar g
Burst Pressure:
>45 bar g
Vacuum:
Temperature Range:
-40C to + 90C
5 years at 82C
Flange Options
* Not simultaneously.
** Perbunan bellows have an external cover of weather resistant
Chloropren rubber (CR).
RUBBER BELLOWS
STENFLEX (A)
EA68-E,B,P
NYLON
TIED
Specification
Engineering Appliances rubber bellows type EA68 with EPDM,
Butyl or Perbunan rubber liner and high tensile synthetic fibre
reinforcement and steel wire reinforced raised faces fitted with
flanges drilled to BS4504 PN16 in carbon steel with integral
bellows stabilising collar and adjustable tie bar assembly.
Materials
Liner:
EPDM Butyl or Perbunan
Reinforcement: Synthetic Fibre
Cover:
EPDM Rubber*
Flanges:
Tie Bars:
8.8 Carbon Steel Zinc plated
Isolation:
Up to 150mm N.B. EPDM rubber top hats,
200mm and above - spherical washers,
Steel Zinc plated.
Identification
Colour Code:
EPDM -Orange band
Butyl - White band
Perbunan - Red band
Markings:
Stenflex A, Date of Manufacture,
Pressure rating, Size
Nominal
Diameter
mm
Supplied
Length
mm
Inside
Diameter
Sealing
Face
Pressure
OD Rating
mm
mm
bar g
No. of
Tie bars
Movement
Lateral
Product Code
EA68-***-E EPDM
EA68-***-B BUTYL
EA68-***-P PERBUNAN
+/-mm
16 bar g
25
32
40
50
65
80
100
125
150
200
250
300
100
125
125
125
125
150
150
150
150
175
175
200
23
37
37
46
62
76
96
121
146
200
250
300
51
73
73
85
104
117
136
165
190
266
316
375
16
16
16
16
16
16
16
16
16
10
10
10
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
3
3
4
10
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
EA68-025-E,B,P
EA68-032-E,B,P
EA68-032-E,B,P
EA68-050-E,B,P
EA68-065-E,B,P
EA68-080-E,B,P
EA68-100-E,B,P
EA68-125-E,B,P
EA68-150-E,B,P
EA68-200-E,B,P
EA68-250-E,B,P
EA68-300-E,B,P
200
250
300
175
175
200
200
250
300
266
316
375
16
16
16
3
4
5
15
15
15
EA68-200-E5,B5,P5
EA68-250-E5,B5,P5
EA68-300-E5,B5,P5
Applications

to compensate for thermal expansion or settlement.
Butyl liner option is suitable for drinking water, and the Perbunan
N liner is oil resistant.
These bellows do not require anchors.

10 bar g at 90C
21 bar g
Burst Pressure:
>45 bar g
Vacuum:
Temperature Range:
-40C to + 90C
5 years at 82C
* Perbunan bellows have external cover of weather resistant

Flange Options
RUBBER BELLOWS
STENFLEX (AS)
EA53-E,P
EPDM OR PERBUNAN
STEEL
UNTIED
Specification
EPDM rubber liner and corrosion resistant steel wire mesh
reinforced body fitted and raised faces fitted with flanges
drilled to BS4504 PN16 in carbon steel with integral bellows
stabilising collar.
Materials
Liner:
Reinforcement:
Cover:
Flanges:
Identification
Colour Code:
Markings:
Nominal
Diameter
Supplied
Length
Inside
Diameter
Sealing
Spring Rate
Face OD
Axial
EPDM Rubber or Perbunan

Corrosion resistant Steel Wire
EPDM Rubber**
EPDM - Orange and Blue band
Perbunan - Red and Blue band
Stenflex AS, Date of Manufacture,
Size, Pressure rating, Batch No.
Axial Movement*
Compress
Extens
mm
mm
mm
mm
N/mm
mm
mm
32
40
50
65
80
100
125
150
200
250
300
350
400
125
125
125
125
150
150
150
150
175
175
200
200
200
37
37
46
62
76
96
121
146
200
250
300
350
400
73
73
85
104
117
136
165
190
266
316
375
427
477
34
34
25
36
25
34
20
25
65
120
120
120
120
30
30
30
30
40
40
40
40
45
45
45
45
45
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
15
15
15
15
15
Movement*
Product
Code
Lateral
Angular
+/-mm
Degrees
EA53-***-E EPDM
EA53-***-P PERBUNAN
25
25
25
25
20
15
15
12
8
7
6
5
5
EA53-032-E,P
EA53-040-E,P
EA53-050-E,P
EA53-065-E,P
EA53-080-E,P
EA53-100-E,P
EA53-125-E,P
EA53-150-E,P
EA53-200-E,P
EA53-250-E,P
EA53-300-E,P
EA53-350-E,P
EA53-400-E,P
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
15
15
15
15
15
Applications

as pumps, chillers or air handling units. The EA53 with its steel
wire mesh reinforced body is particularly suitable for use on
heating up to 100C and where reliable operation and a long
service life is of paramount importance.
EPDM rubber has very good hot water properties and is resistant
to acids. It has poor resistance to hydrocarbons.
The Perbunan N rubber liner option is oil resistant.

10 bar g at 100C
24 bar g
Burst Pressure:
>60 bar g
Vacuum:
Temperature Range:
-40C to + 100C
10 years at 100C
Flange Options
Alternative Flange drillings on request
Type approvals
The EA53 unit, Stenflex type AS has been approved by the
German TUV to DIN4089, PRUFNR 910 10 30. Flame resistant
test in engine and plant rooms, German Lloyd. GL-NR 33576HH
* Not simultaneously.
** Purbunan bellows have external cover of weather resistant
RUBBER BELLOWS
STENFLEX (AS)
EA58-E,P
EPDM OR PERBUNAN
STEEL
TIED
Specification
EPDM or Purbunan rubber liner and corrosion resistant
steel wire mesh reinforced body fitted with flanges drilled to
BS4504 PN16 in carbon steel with integral bellows
stabilising collar.
Materials
Liner:
Reinforcement:
Cover:
Flanges:
Tie Bars:
Isolation:
Identification
Colour Code:
Markings:
Nominal
Diameter
Supplied
Length
mm
mm
Inside
Diameter
Sealing
Face OD
Pressure
Rating
mm
mm
bar g
No. of
Tie bars
EPDM Rubber or Perbunan

EPDM Rubber*
Carbon Steel type ST37.2 - Galvanised
8.8 Carbon Steel Galvanised
Up to 150mm N.B. EPDM rubber top hats,
200mm and above - spherical washers,
steel galvanised.
EPDM - Orange and Blue Band
Perbunan - Red and Blue Band
Stenflex AS, Date of Manufacture,
Size, Pressure rating, Batch No.
Movement
Lateral
+/-mm
Product Code
EA58-***-E EPDM
EA58-***-P PERBUNAN
16 bar g
32
40
50
65
80
100
125
150
200
250
300
125
125
125
125
150
150
150
150
175
175
200
37
37
46
62
76
96
121
146
200
250
300
73
73
85
104
117
136
165
190
266
316
375
16
16
16
16
16
16
16
16
10
10
10
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
3
3
4
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
15
15
15
EA58-032-E,P
EA58-040-E,P
EA58-050-E,P
EA58-065-E,P
EA58-080-E,P
EA58-100-E,P
EA58-125-E,P
EA58-150-E,P
EA58-200-E,P
EA58-250-E,P
EA58-300-E,P
200
250
300
175
175
200
200
250
300
266
316
375
16
16
16
3
4
5
15
15
15
EA58-200-E5,P5
EA58-250-E5,P5
EA58-300-E5,P5
Applications

as pumps, chillers or air handling units. The EA58 with its steel
wire reinforced body is particularly suitable for use on heating
up to 100C and where reliable operation and a long service life
is of paramount importance.
Perbunan N rubber liner option is oil resitant.

10 bar g at 100C
24 bar g
Burst Pressure:
>60 bar g
Vacuum:
Temperature Range:
-40C to + 100C
10 years at 100C
Flange Options
Alternative Flange drillings available on request.
Type approvals
test in engine and plant rooms, German Lloyd. GL-NR 33576HH

RUBBER BELLOWS
STENFLEX (A)
EA63-E,B,P
NYLON
UNTIED
Specification
EPDM, Butyl, or Perbunan rubber liner and high tensile
synthetic fibre reinforced body, steel wire reinforced raised
face fitted with union ends.
Materials
Liner:
Reinforcement:
Cover:
Unions:
Identification
Colour Code:
Markings:
Nominal
Diameter
Supplied
Length
Inside
Diameter
mm
mm
End
Connections
EPDM, Butyl or Perbunan Rubber

Synthetic Fibre
EPDM rubber*
Mallable iron GTW40 galvanised
EPDM - Orange band
Butyl - White band
Perbunan - Red band
Stenflex A, Date of Manufacture, Size,
Pressure rating.
Axial Movement
Compress.
mm
Extens.
mm
Product Code
EA63-***-E EPDM
EA63-***-B BUTYL
EA63-***-P PERBUNAN
20
148
23
3/4
BSP
20
10
EA63-020-E,B,P
25
32
40
150
187
189
23
37
37
1
BSP
1 1/4 BSP
1 3/4 BSP
20
35
35
10
10
10
EA63-025-E,B,P
EA63-032-E,B,P
EA63-040-E,B,P
Applications

to compensate for thermal expansion or settlement. EPDM
rubber has very good hot water properties and is resistant to
acids. It has poor resistance to hydrocarbons. The Butyl liner
option is suitable for drinking water and the Perbunan N liner is
oil resistant.

10 bar g at 90C
21 bar g
Burst Pressure:
>45 bar g
Temperature Range:
-40C to +90C
5 years at 82C
Type Approvals
The EA 63-***-B type has been approved by the German Health
Authority for use with drinking water.
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RUBBER BELLOWS
STENFLEX (AS)
EA54-E,P
EPDM OR PERBUNAN
STEEL
UNTIED
Specification
EPDM or Perbunan rubber liner and corrosion resistant steel
wire reinforced body and raised faces, steel wire reinforced
raised face fitted with union ends.
Materials
Liner:
Reinforcement:
Cover:
Unions
Identification
Colour Code:
Markings:
Nominal
Diameter
Supplied
Length
mm
32
40
Inside
Diameter
End
Connections
37
37
EPDM - Orange and blue band

Perbunan - Red & Blue band
Stenflex AS, size, Date of Manufacture,
Pressure rating, Batch No.
Axial Movement
Compress.
Extens.
mm
mm
35
35
10
10
mm
187
189
EPDM or Perbunan Rubber

EPDM Rubber*
Malleable iron GTW40 - Galvanised
1 1/4 BSP
1 1/2 BSP
Product Code
EA54-***-E EPDM
EA54-***-P PERBUNAN
EA54-032-E,B
EA54-040-E,B
Applications
Type Approvals
The EA54 rqange of rubber bellows are designed to absorb

noise and vibration occurring from rotating or reciprocating plant
such as pumps, chillers or air handling units. The EA54 with its
steel wire reinforced
body is particulary suitable for use on
o
heating up to 100 C and where reliable operation and long
service life is of paramount inportance. EPDM rubber has very
good hot water properties and is resistant to acids. It has poor
resistance to hydrocarbons. The Perbunan N rubber liner option
is oil resistant.

test in engine and plant rooms, German Lloyd. GL-NR
33576HH.

Maximum Working Pressure: 16 or 10 bar g at 50 C

10 bar g up to 100C
Burst pressure:
Temperature range:
24 bar g
>60 bar g o
-40 to 100 C
10 years at 100C
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION
PRESSURE THRUST FACTOR IN cm2
SIZE
EA65
EA67/EA63
EA53
20
25
32
40
50
65
80
100
125
150
200
250
300
350
400
5
5
10
15
40
50
110
200
350
550
800
-
18
18
28
28
40
68
108
124
187
245
425
610
890
1130
1400
28
28
40
68
108
124
187
245
425
610
890
1130
1400
NOISE ISOLATION
structure-borne noise
diagram 1
Diagrams 1 & 2
water-borne noise
diagram 2
The diagrams show the

degree of reduction of
structure - and water- borne
noise depending on the
operating pressure, when
using rubber compensators
type AS.
The isolation properties are
scarcely different from the
values achieved by bellows
with nylon reinforcements.
It is worth noting that the noise
reduction values of 20 dBA
correspond to an isolation
efficiency of approx. 90%
The tests were carried out
on the basis of the sound
protection requirements as
per DIN 4809
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RUBBER BELLOWS
PLANTLINK
EPDM
PL61
NYLON
UNTIED
Specification
Plantlink rubber bellows TYPE PL61 with EPDM rubber liner
and nylon re-inforcements. Carbon steel plated flanges
drilled to BS4504 PN16.
Materials
Liner:
EPDM Rubber
Reinforcement: Nylon
Cover:
EPDM Rubber
Flanges:
Carbon Steel, zinc plated
Identification
Colour Code:
Nominal
Diameter
Supplied
Length
Inside
diameter
Sealing
Face OD
Yellow label: Plantlink
Axial Movement*
Compress
Movement*
Extens
Lateral
Angular
mm
mm
mm
mm
mm
mm
+/-mm
Degrees
32
40
50
65
80
100
125
150
200
250
300
130
130
130
130
130
130
130
130
130
130
130
33
38
46
63
75
104
128
150
192
243
293
69
69
85
105
116
150
180
212
260
320
373
8
8
8
10
10
12
12
12
22
22
22
4
4
5
6
6
10
10
10
14
14
14
8
8
8
10
10
12
12
12
22
22
22
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
Applications
Plantlink is a budget range of bellows for non critical

applications. They are much stiffer than Stenflex bellows and
therefore have reduced noise isolation properties. They are
rated at 10 bar and must not be used for temperatures which
may exceed 82c. Plantlink bellows have no date stamp and are
not uniquely identified. They should therefore be regulary
inspected and a rigid maintenance discipline is recommended.
Maximum Working Pressure:

Maximum working temperature:
Temperature derated factor:
Maximum Design Life:
Product
Code
PL61-032
PL61-040
PL61-050
PL61-065
PL61-080
PL61-100
PL61-125
PL61-150
PL61-200
PL61-250
PL61-300
10 bar g
85C
8 bar g at 85C
3 years at 85C
Flange Options
Also available
BS4504 PN6
* not simultaneously
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RUBBER BELLOWS
PLANTLINK
EPDM
PL62
NYLON
TIED
Specification
Plantlink rubber bellows TYPE PL62 with EPDM rubber liner
and nylon re-inforcements. Carbon steel plated flanges
drilled to BS4504 PN16.
Materials
Liner:
EPDM Rubber
Reinforcement: Nylon
Cover:
EPDM Rubber
Flanges:
Carbon Steel, zinc plated
Identification
Colour Code:
Nominal
Diameter
Supplied
Length
Inside
Diameter
Sealing
Face OD
mm
mm
mm
mm
32
40
50
65
80
100
125
150
200
250
300
130
130
130
130
130
130
130
130
130
130
130
33
38
46
63
75
104
128
150
192
243
293
69
69
85
105
116
150
180
212
260
320
373
Yellow label: Plantlink
No. of
Tie bars
Movement
Lateral
+/-mm
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
3
4
8
8
8
10
10
12
12
12
22
22
22
Applications
Plantlink is a budget range of bellows for non critical

applications. They are much stiffer than Stenflex bellows and
therefore have reduced noise isolation properties. They are
rated at 10 bar and must not be used for temperatures which
may exceed 82c. Plantlink bellows have no date stamp and are
not uniquely identified. They should therefore be regulary
inspected and a rigid maintenance discipline is recommended.
Maximum Working Pressure:

Maximum working temperature:
Temperature derated factor:
Maximum Design Life:
14
Product
Code
PL62-032
PL62-040
PL62-050
PL62-065
PL62-080
PL62-100
PL62-125
PL62-150
PL62-200
PL62-250
PL62-300
10 bar
85C
8 bar g at 85C
3 years at 85C
Flange Options
Also available
BS4504 PN6
ANTI VIBRATION JOINT

BOA EPSILON
STAINLESS STEEL
EA46/49
TIED
Specification
Engineering Appliances type EA46/49 anti-vibration
bellows with carbon steel flanges drilled to BS4504 -PN16,
spirally wrapped multi-ply convoluted bellows with inner
and outer plies in corrosion resistant stainless steel,
carbon steel tie bars with noise absorbing rubber top hat
washers (EA46) or complete with steel wire mesh washers
for high temperatures (EA49). Bellows are constructed to
have all stainless steel internal surfaces.
Materials
Bellows:
Stainless Steel type AISI 316Ti
Tie Bars:
Carbon Steel, Zinc Plated, passivated
Flanges:
Carbon Steel, Zinc Plated, passivated
Tie Bar washers:EA46: Rubber
EA49: Steel wire mesh
Nominal
Diameter
Supplied
Length
Movement
Lateral
mm
mm
+/-mm
40
50
65
80
100
125
150
250
300
130
130
130
130
130
130
130
130
130
9
4.5
6
5
4
3
1
0.9
Spring Rate
Lateral
Bellows Total Wall

Thickness
N/mm
No. of
Tie Bars
Pressure
Rating
mm
86
133
244
296
476
881
1285
13224
30167
1.25
1.2
1.2
1.2
1.2
1.5
1.5
2
2
Product
Code
Bar g
2
2
2
2
2
2
3
6
8
16
16
16
16
16
16
16
16
16
EA46/49-040
EA46/49-050
EA46/49-065
EA46/49-080
EA46/49-100
EA46/49-125
EA46/49-200
EA46/49-250
EA46/49-300
Applications
Flange Options
The EA46/49 is a multi-ply stainless steel bellows designed to

absorb noise and vibration occurring from reciprocating plant
such as pumps, compressors, burners generators, diesel
engines etc. The spirally wrapped multi-ply construction results in
a high degree of isolation. The bellows is constructed from a
corrosion resistant stainless steel which offers a long service life
and a high degree of safety.
Alternative Flange drillings available on request.
Non Standard variations

For all applications where the EA46/49 is not suitable
Engineering Appliances can offer purpose designed special
expansion joints.
For higher temperatures the pressure must be derated.
24 bar g
Temperature Range:
EA46: -40C to + 120C
EA49: -40C to + 300C
15 years
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
RUBBER BELLOWS
A. PRE-INSTALLATION CHECK
1. SELECTION
get an even pressure all round (check the gap between the flanges). Use
a torque wrench to tighten the bolts to values listed in table 1. Torque the
nuts and not the bolts.
Rubber will set and the bolts will have to be retightened after 24 hours.
The values given in table 1 are for new bellows only. The torque settings
may be exceeded by up to 50% without damage to the bellows. Values
are without pressure in the system.
Prior to installation, check that you have the right bellows for the
particular duty. Rubber bellows have temperature and pressure
limitations. Maximum allowable pressures need to be derated at
temperatures above 50C.
See EA data sheets for allowable pressures and temperatures. All
rubber bellows will extend under pressure. These pressure thrust forces
can be very substantial at pressures above 2 bar and 65mm n.b. size
Unless the pipe work can be sufficiently anchored a tied bellows should
be fitted (see fig.2). Vacuum support rings may be required when
bellows are fitted to suction side of pumps and where vacuum conditions
could occur.
4. TIE BARS
2. MATING FLANGES
C. TAKING CARE OF RUBBER BELLOWS
We recommend that the rubber bellows are mated up against full bore
weld neck flanges (see fig.3.). If installed in this manner no additional
gaskets are required.
We advise against using slip on or screwed flanges as mating flanges as
these can damage the rubber bellows. Once the sealing face has been
damaged medium will penetrate the reinforcement layers and destroy
the integrity of the bellows.
If it is unavoidable to use this type of mating flange, a gasket must be
used (this should be a hard gasket such as Klingerite and be at least
3mm thick. The gasket should reach the internal bore of the rubber
bellows (see fig.4.). Another option is to fill the gap of the slip on flange
with weld and grind it flush (see fig.5.).
3. MISALIGNMENT
Once the bellows is fitted, ensure that the tie bars are tight. If necessary
adjust nuts at either end. All tie bars should be at equal length. When
three or more tie bars are fitted it may be necessary to remove one tie
bar to aid installation. Ensure that washers are reassembled in the right
order and orientation. A lock nut must be refitted.
1. PAINT
Do not paint rubber bellows. The paint will attack the rubber. (This also
applies to paint splatter).
2. WELDING
Protect the rubber from weld spatter. When welding, always ensure that
the bellows is bridged using a continuity strap (applies to the type AS
only).
3. LAGGING
Do not lag rubber bellows on heating systems. The increased
temperature will reduce the life of the bellows.
Check that the two mating flanges are parallel and that they are in line
(maximum allowed offset is 5mm in any direction). The gap between
flanges should be within +/- 5mm of the bellows neutral length (see
fig.6.).
Ensure that the pipework is adequately supported. The bellows must
must not support pipes or plant.
4. TIE BAR CHECK
B. INSTALLATION
5. WATER TREATMENT
1. BOLTS
Bolts should be inserted from the bellows side (see fig.3.). On some
larger sizes this may not be possible. In that case a bolt of the exact
length needs to be selected. An alternative is to use studding cut to
length and fitted with a nut at both sides (see fig.7.). This is important as
the bellows will increase in diameter under pressure. Even if there is
space between the bolt and bellows in an unpressurised state, they may
foul when pressurised.
Bolts of the right diameter must be used to ensure correct alignment.
2. ALIGNMENT
Take care when inserting the bellows into the gap between the two
mating flanges. Sharp edges can damage the sealing face of the
bellows. Before tightening the bolts, ensure that the bellows fit evenly in
its flange groove and does not get pinched between flanges. The sealing
face of the bellows must be concentric with the sealing face of the mating
flanges.
3. TIGHTENING THE BOLTS

Great care has to be taken with the tightening of the flange bolts.
Remember that you are tightening against a rubber face. As with
gaskets, overtightening will cause the joints to leak and it will damage
the bellows. Tighter is definitely not better!. Tighten opposite bolts to
16
Once the system is filled but not under pressure, check that the tie bars
are still tight (pipework on springs may have dropped due to the weight
of the water). Retighten the bars if slack. Note: tie bars should never be
slackened off to reduce noise or vibration transmission, major damage
to equipment may occur.
Most bellows use an EPDM inner liner. EPDM is a proven material in

heating and chilled water sytems. It is resistant to glycol and to most
chemicals used in water treatment, when used in normal concentrations.
As suppliers of water treatment chemicals are reluctant to give
information about their formulations, we cannot approve any specific
chemical.
Always check with the chemical supplier that the additives are suitable
in use with EPDM rubber or any other rubber quality supplied (Butyl,
Perbunan). For other mediums check with EA for compatibility.
D. BEST PRACTICE
The following are only recommendations but if followed they will ensure
the maximum service life of the rubber bellows.
1. Selection - use nylon reinforced bellows (Stenflex type A or R) on
chilled water, condenser water, hot water services etc. and steel wire
reinforced bellows on heating (Stenflex type AS).
2. Fitting - we recommend the use of stool pieces to align mating flanges
and to ensure the correct gap. (They are available from EA).
3. System - when the bellows are installed on rotating equipment such
as pumps to absorb noise and vibration, the pipework either side of the
bellows should be guided. This ensures that the bellows moves and not
the pipework (see fig. 8) thus acting as an acoustic break.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
RUBBER BELLOWS (Figs.)
Untied Bellows Fig.1.
Slip on mating flanges Fig.4.
Use of studding Fig.7.
Tied Bellows Fig.2.
Full bore weld neck flange Fig.3.
Gap filled with weld then ground

flush Fig.5.
Max. allowed offset +/-5.0mm Fig.6.

Gap = bellows length +/-5.0mm
Pipe guides/anchors on rotating

equipment Fig.8.
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Nominal Bore
mm
Torque Setting
(Nm)
32/40
15
50
15
65
20
80
15
100
15
125
20
150
25
200
40
250
50
300
70
Torque Settings Table.1.
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Certificate No. 961690
October 2001
DISCLAIMER
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of these data
sheets, however, we cannot accept responsibility for any errors. The
product sketches are only indicative and may not accurately reflect the
construction of the units. Full dimensional drawings are available upon
request. Engineering Appliances reserves the right to make product
changes without prior notification.
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STENFLEX BELLOWS
IDENTIFICATION
EA65 or 66
Stenflex type R
ORANGE
EA 61 or 62
Stenflex type GR
(now obsolete)
ORANGE
EA 67 or 68
Stenflex type A EPDM
ORANGE
BLUE
EA53 or EA58
Stenflex type AS EPDM
ORANGE
EA67 or E68
Stenflex A Perbunan
RED
EA67 or EA68
Stenflex A Butyl
WHITE
BLUE
EA53 or EA58
Stenflex AS Perbunan
RED
PL61 or PL62
Plantlink
PLANT
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The EA Product Range

EA/BOA THICK WALL MULTI PLY EXPANSION JOINTS
STENFLEX NYLON & STEEL WIRE RE-INFORCED RUBBER BELLOWS
IND. MATEU FAN COIL & CHILLED CEILING HOSES
SPIROVENT DEAERATORS & DIRT SEPARATORS
SPIROTOP AUTOMATIC AIR VENTS
EA PRESSURISATION STATIONS & EXPANSION VESSELS
Service, Support & Training

Engineering Appliances set the standard for product support within the
industry.
All products are supported by a regional network of highly
experienced engineers who discuss the application and then
recommend the best solution, both technically and commercially. Site
visits to check that the installation conforms to the relevant standards
are also arranged.
In a commitment to improve understanding of expansion
compensation, the application of rubber bellows and deaeration EA
have a range of CPD seminars which have been registered by CIBSE.
STRESS RELIEF
A member of
Engineering Appliances Limited,

Unit 11 Brooklands Close, Sunbury-on-Thames Middlesex TW16 7DX
Telephone: 01932 788888 Fax: 01932 761263
e-mail - info@engineering-appliances.com
http://www.engineering-appliances.com
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Selecting Rubber Bellows . . . . . . . .3

INTRODUCTION TO RUBBER BELLOWS

organic compound which will age with time. The life

INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE

EPDM rubber is the most suitable for heating and

The EA65 range of rubber bellows are designed to absorb

Maximum Working Pressure: 16 bar g at 50C

The EA66 range of rubber bellows are designed to absorb noise

Maximum Working Pressure: 16 bar g at 50C

EPDM, BUTYL OR PERBUNAN

EPDM , Butyl or Perbunan

The EA67 range of rubber bellows are designed to absorb noise

Maximum Working Pressure: 16 bar g at 50C

EPDM, BUTYL OR PERBUNAN

The EA68 range of rubber bellows are designed to absorb noise

Maximum Working Pressure: 16 bar g at 50C

* Perbunan bellows have external cover of weather resistant

EPDM Rubber or Perbunan

The EA53 range of rubber bellows are designed to absorb noise

Maximum Working Pressure: 16 bar g at 50C

EPDM Rubber or Perbunan

The EA58 range of rubber bellows are designed to absorb noise

Maximum Working Pressure: 16 bar g at 50C

* Perbunan bellows have external cover of weather resistant

EPDM, BUTYL OR PERBUNAN

EPDM, Butyl or Perbunan Rubber

The EA63 range of rubber bellows are designed to absorb noise

Maximum Working Pressure: 16 bar g at 50C

EPDM - Orange and blue band

EPDM or Perbunan Rubber

The EA54 rqange of rubber bellows are designed to absorb

The EA54 unit, Stenflex type AS has been approved by the

* Perbunan bellows have external cover of weather resistant

Maximum Working Pressure: 16 or 10 bar g at 50 C

The diagrams show the

Yellow label: Plantlink

Plantlink is a budget range of bellows for non critical

Maximum Working Pressure:

Yellow label: Plantlink

Plantlink is a budget range of bellows for non critical

Maximum Working Pressure:

ANTI VIBRATION JOINT

Bellows Total Wall

The EA46/49 is a multi-ply stainless steel bellows designed to

Non Standard variations

C. TAKING CARE OF RUBBER BELLOWS

4. TIE BAR CHECK

3. TIGHTENING THE BOLTS

Most bellows use an EPDM inner liner. EPDM is a proven material in

Untied Bellows Fig.1.

Slip on mating flanges Fig.4.

Use of studding Fig.7.

Tied Bellows Fig.2.

Full bore weld neck flange Fig.3.

Gap filled with weld then ground

Max. allowed offset +/-5.0mm Fig.6.

Pipe guides/anchors on rotating

Torque Settings Table.1.

The EA Product Range

Service, Support & Training

Engineering Appliances Limited,

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