Non Metallic Ej

Thorburn Flex Inc
Flexible Piping Specialist
NON-METALLIC EXPANSION JOINTS AND CONNECTORS

FOR PIPING AND DUCTING SYSTEMS
3rd Edition
High Pressure Expansion Joints

Round and Rectangular Expansion Joints
Special Purpose Teflon Expansion Joints
Moulded Expansion Joints
Elbow Connectors and Fittings
High Temperature Expansion Joint Systems
Thorburn Flex Inc

173 Oneida Drive, Pointe-Claire,

Quebec, Canada H9R 1A9
Tel.: 514-695-8710 / Fax: 514-695-8716
Toll free: 1-800-363-6613 (USA & Canada)
Thorburn Flex Inc

Thorburn is an innovative manufacturer of specialized

engineered flexible piping systems (i.e. custom hose
assemblies and expansion joints). Since 1960, Thorburns
corporate mission evolution and business philosophy
have been customer driven and targeted to select niche
applications where Thorburn can achieve clear positions
of sustainable technological and market-share leadership.
THORBURNS EMPLOYMENT OF
STATE-OF-THE-ART TECHNOLOGY
Thorburns committment to development is

reinforced through the use of CAD (Computer
Aided Design) system technology and finite
engineering analysis, which permits Thorburn
to pinpoint potential critical areas and provide
timely sound engineered solutions
FOUNDER, Jack Thorburn
Shown is Jack Thorburn, who founded the

company in 1954, enjoying one of his passions,
sailing. Unfortunately, Jack passed away on
February 16th 1995. He will be sorely missed.
The companys leadership passed on to Jacks
eldest son, Robert, in September 1994.
DESIGNING, BUILDING AND SUPPLYING

THE WORLDS FINEST
EXPANSION JOINT AND CONNECTOR SYSTEMS
THORBURN
THE FLEXIBLE PIPING SPECIALIST
EXPERIENCE YOU CAN DEPEND ON
QUALITY CONTROL
Since 1960, Thorburn has devoted its expanding

facilities and engineering expertise to the design,
development and manufacture of flexible piping
systems. Integrally associated with this product mix
are Thorburns non-metallic expansion joints and
connectors for piping and ducting systems.
CSA CAN3 Z299.1 certified
ISO 9001
Nuclear to ASME Section III NCA-4000

Subsection NQA-1 CSA N285.0
Welders and welding procedures ASME

Section IX; VIII B31.1 and B31.3
ASME B31.1, B31.3 Pressure piping

certification
Full traceability if required
Size round up to 144 I.D.

Rectangular, your design limits or our
shipping door 14 x 19
Test programs and design verification tests
Specify Thorburn ducting and piping

expansion joints and connectors and put your
mind to rest.
Expansion joint deflection test under design

pressure
Burst and hydrostatic testing to 150,000 psi
Seismic and shock loading analysis
External pressure testing for underwater

service
Emergency shut-down products at your service

Tell us when you need the expansion joint or connector.
Usually, we can supply sizes up to 36 in two days, 54 in
three days and sizes up to 72 in four days.
Compatible product line

Thorburn has the most complete line of expansion joints
and connectors in the industry. If we dont have it, its not
made. Call Thorburn for your single source of supply.
Quality control
Thorburn has a rigid certified quality control system to
provide you with consistent quality products.
Design integrity
Thorburns non-metallic expansion joints are designed
for tough, demanding industrial, commercial and
municipal applications, such as: air conditioning, heating
and ventilating systems, petrochemical, industrial process
piping systems, power generating (fossil fuel and nuclear
plants), marine, pulp and paper, waste water and sewage
systems.
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Our sincerest thanks to the many valued

customers who have purchased Thorburns
flexible piping products over the years. We look
forward to working together with you and
meriting your continued support for many years
to come.
Robert Thorburn
President
THORBURN
SUMMARY OF THORBURN'S NON-METALLIC

FLEX CONNECTORS AND EXPANSION JOINTS
MIGHTY-SPOOL HIGH PRESSURE PIPING EXPANSION JOINTS
FOR DETAILS SEE PAGES 13 TO 20, 67
Summary
Thorburn's traditional work horse is the handcrafted elastomeric expansion joint system.
It can be custom designed to suit specific application requirements. Available with any
known elastomeric compound.
Arch profile: High narrow arch design available with single, multiple or filled arches.
End connections: Integral moulded flat-face drilled to your requirements or cuff ends
with labour saving.
Pressure/temperature range: Full vacuum to 300 psi / -60F to 400F
Size I.D.: 1" to 144"
Specials: Can be made with concentric, eccentric, special flanges, offsets, transition or
from heavy duty externally pressurized designs.
For extra high pressure external pressurized expansion joints, see page 67
SPECIAL HAND BUILT LOW PRESSURE

ROUND AND RECTANGULAR EXPANSION JOINTS
Summary
FOR DETAILS SEE PAGES 22 TO 23
Thorburn's custom designed low pressure round and rectangular elastomeric

expansion joint systems.
Arch profile: No arch to extra wide multiple arches.
End connections: Integral moulded flat-face flanged drilled to
your requirements or with labour saving cuff ends.
Pressure/Temperature range:: Full vacuum to 25 psi / -60F
to 400F.
Size: Round up to 144"; Rectangular up to 19' x 14'.
Specials: Can be made with concentric and eccentric, with special flanges, offsets or transition.
SPECIAL PURPOSE TEFLON EXPANSION JOINTS

Summary
Teflon is the most versatile media resistant compound known to man

and Thorburn offers the industry the broadest range of teflon expansion
joints, either in moulded pure PTFE or teflon lined rubber or metal.
Arch profile: Various to suit application.
End connections: Flanged and drilled to your requirements.
Pressure/Temperature range: Full vacuum to 300 psi / -60F to 400F.
Size: 1/2" to 96" round.
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THORBURN
SUMMARY OF THORBURN'S NON-METALLIC

FLEX CONNECTORS AND EXPANSION JOINTS
MOULDED EXPANSION JOINTS
Summary
Thorburn's moulded expansion joint series are economical joints and come in three basic
styles: 1) Extra wide arch for double the movement per arch with full faced rubber flanges;
2) Spherical self-cleaning arch system with floating flanges; 3) Small diameter spherical
arch with threaded female ends. Thorburn's moulded expansion joints are made from only
limited amounts of elastomers.
Arch profile: Long flowing self-cleaning style available in single or double moulded arches
or multiple handbuilt versions.
End connections: Flanged and female union style.
Pressure/Temperature range: 26" Hg to 300 psi / -60F to 300F.
Size I.D.: 1/2" to 36" round.
Special: The moulded arch design can be made in a handbuilt version.
ELBOW PUMP CONNECTORS AND FITTINGS

Summary
Thorburn's rubber elbow connectors and fittings are designed to

replace metallic or rubber lined products for pipe vibration, noise
reduction or lateral movement. They are available in economical
moulded as well as handbuilt versions. Available in any size of known
elastomers.
Arch profile: No arch, smooth tube.
Pressure/Temperature range: Full vacuum to 300 psi / -60F to
400F.
Size: Round up to 30".
Specials: Thorburn's custom fittings can be made with transition
joints, lateral, crosses or with custom radius elbows.
DUCTING EXPANSION JOINT SYSTEMS

Summary
Thorburn's Flexi-Duct Series FDR & FDC are non-metallic ducting expansion
joints custom built and designed to provide stress relief in ducting systems
by absorbing movement caused by thermal changes. They also act as vibration
isolators, shock-absorbers and compensate for minor misalignment.
Pressure: To 3 psi
Temperature: Model FDR: below 400F; Model FDC: above 400F
Special: Available in round or rectangular profiles
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THORBURN
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Technical data on flanges and control units
Common flange dimension/drilling chart,
mating pipe thickness for expansion joints,
rubber pipe, retaining rings, control units ..................... 24
Split retaining ring technology ...................................... 25
Style CR Control rod assemblies - Introduction ........... 26
Control rod assembly dimensions, ratings,
how to order ................................................................. 27
Installation and guiding practices
Guiding, anchoring, installation, maintenance .... 28 to 31
How to order custom rubber pipe expansion joints . 32, 33
Thorburn 42HP-HDX is specifically designed to provide
under seawater piping relief with external or internal
pressure differentials up to 225 psi. Thorburns 42HPHDX technology was chosen for Canadas largest
offshore oil rig project: Hibernia
Moulded expansion joints

TM20 Extra wide arch - Introduction ............................ 34
TM20 Specifications .................................................... 35
Introduction to Precision moulded Easy-Flex long
flowing spherical arch expansion joint
Introduction .................................................................... 6, 7
Series 101, 102 and 201 ........................................ 36, 37
Pipe simulation testing ...................................................... 8
Easy-Flex Style 101 moulded single sphere
Applications
expansion joint system ................................................. 38
Power generating industry ............................................. 9

Marine / Commercial HVAC applications ..................... 10
Waste water sewage treatment
and drinking water treatment plant applications .......... 11
Pulp and paper making process applications .............. 12
Spool type expansion joints
Introduction ............................................................ 13, 14
Technical specifications: pressure,
temperature, materials ................................................. 15
Model 42HP: dimensional specifications ..................... 16
Model 42HP movement/force/spring
rate with single open arch design ................................ 17
Models 42HP-CR (concentric) and 42HP-ER
(eccentric) reducers specifications ........................ 18, 19
Sleeve type Model 30DB ............................................. 20
Low pressure round and rectangular expansion joints
Models 15R (no arch) and 15RA (arch type) ............... 21
Shown is a Thorburn 60 Mighty-Spool Model
42HP multi-arch expansion joint system for the
Ste-Marthe-du-Cap-de-la-Madeleine, Quebec,
water treatment facility. This applications
requirements included absorbing ground settling
movement and piping expansion.
Models 42HPO (offset type) and 42HPEF

(enlarged flange type) .................................................. 21
Models 15RR-LP (rectangular) and 15R-LP (round) ... 22
Boot-Flex Model TCT ................................................... 23
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THORBURN
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Easy-Flex Style 201 moulded twin sphere
expansion joint system ................................................. 39
Optional flange drilling ................................................. 40
Easy-Flex Style 102 twin-sphere female
metal threaded union rubber connectors ..................... 41
Elbow-Flex expansion joints Series REF/REFR .... 42, 43
Elbow connectors and fittings
Flanged pump connector Model 60RPC ................ 44, 45
Ultra-quiet coupled pipe connectors ............................ 46
Paper mill suction couch Model 28TW ......................... 47
Flexipipe 60TMH and 61TMH - Introduction ................ 48
Shown is Thorburn self-cleaning, long flowing, single

moulded spherical arch Series 101 expansion joint with
floating flanges
Flexipipe custom rubber hand crafted flexible pipes

and fittings from 2 to 30 I.D. ....................................... 49
Flexipipe hose ends ..................................................... 50
Power-Flex vacuum and dimensional data .................. 60
How to order flexipipe assemblies ............................... 51
Power-Flex typical styles and ordering information ...... 61
Thorburns special handcrafted rubber fittings ............. 52
Tef-Flex moulded PTFE expansion joints ..................... 62
Fitting dimensions and ordering details ....................... 53
Tef-Flex movement, weight and liner length data ......... 63
Special purpose teflon expansion joints
Thor-Shield safety shield / Tef-Flex torque valves ...... 64
Model 42HP Spool type teflon lined exp. joints ...... 54, 55
Hot-Flex HF teflon lined metal exp. joint system ........ 65
Easy-Flex Style 101 moulded teflon lined exp. joints ... 56
Hot-Flex construction and ordering information ........... 66
Molded teflon expansion joints
Special expansion joints
Power-Flex expansion joint system .............................. 57
Externally pressurized rubber expansion
Power-Flex movement specifications ........................... 58
joint system .................................................................. 67
How to calculate pressure temperature relationship
Non-metallic ducting expansion joint systems
for Power-Flex teflon expansion joint system ............... 59
Flexi-Duct Series FDR & FDC - Introduction ............... 68

Why use non-metallic Flexi-Duct .................................. 69
Applications ................................................................. 70
Elastomeric and composite ducting - Introduction ....... 71
Flexi-Duct engineering design concepts ................ 72, 73
Flexi-Duct design considerations ........................... 74, 75
Angle frame styles ................................................. 76, 77
Moulded corner type MC ........................................... 78
Materials, temperature limits, chemical compatibility ... 79
How to order Flexi-Duct ......................................... 80, 81
Installation instructions .......................................... 82, 83
Data required ............................................................... 84
Thermal expansion of pipe .......................................... 85
Conversion Factors ................................................... 86, 87
Warning, Warranty ........................................................... 88
Thorburns lateral 60TMH-L custom rubber fitting system
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THORBURN
THORBURN ELASTOMERIC PIPING EXPANSION

JOINT AND CONNECTOR SYSTEM
Flexible piping system

Thorburns elastomeric expansion joint
and connector piping systems are
sections of flexible pipe which are
inserted into a rigid piping
system. Regardless of materials
and construction arrangements, Thorburns rubber piping expansion joints
and connectors are designed to absorb
various types of movements in a
specified pressure/temperature range.
Relieves piping stress
The purpose of Thorburns rubber
piping expansion joints is to relieve
strain and stress in a piping system
caused by thermal changes,
misalignment, seismic activity,
equipment vibration, load stresses,
pump surges or ground settling.
TYPICAL THORBURN 42HP

SPOOL TYPE ARCH DESIGN
CROSS
SECTION
Whether your piping problem is

misalignment, noise or movement induced, let Thorburns
expansion joint technology show
you the way!
THORBURNS RUBBER EXPANSION JOINTS AND CONNECTORS

QUALITY ASSURANCE CERTIFICATION AND COMPLIANCE
ASME B31.1 and B31.3 pressure piping registration
Rubber Manufacturers Association IP-2
Fluid Sealing Association (FSA), Rubber Expansion Joint Division, Technical

Handbook 5th and 6th Ed.
CSA CAN3 Z299.1 QMI certified / N285.0 Class 6
ISO 9001
ASME Section III NCA-4000 Subsection NQA-1 (nuclear Class 1, 2, 3), N285.0
Welders and Welding Procedures, ASME section IX, VIII B31.1 and B31.3
Helical wire reinforcement
Metal Wire
Rubber
Tube
Cushion
Rubber
Rubber
Cover
THORBURN 60TMH
AND 61TMH FLEXIBLE
RUBBER PIPE
CONNECTORS
Split retaining rings
Tube
Carcass
Fabric
Reinforcing
Shape size range

Round 1/2 to 144 I.D. Rectangular up to 20 feet; also
available custom concentric, eccentric and transition ends
custom built from various elastomers and fabrics. If you
have any requirements, call Thorburn for a timely solution.
End connections
Flanged (metric/imperial), CUFF (Clamp-on style) or
beaded for swivel flanged connections.
Expansion joint arch types

Custom handbuilt spool, double movement extra wide, long
flowing spherical or no arch are custom designed by
Thorburn to meet specific application requirements.
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Fabric reinforcement
Thorburn style 60TMH (wire reinforced), 61TMH (non wire

reinforced) flexible rubber pipe connectors, Model 60RPC
pump connectors and fittings are reinforced straight rubber
pipes fabricated from various elastomers and fabrics primarily
designed to absorb noise and vibration in a piping system.
These custom connectors are also available as elbows, tees,
laterals. In addition, Thorburn has the design and
manufacturing capabilities to supply custom moulded branch
and transition assemblies end. End connections types are the
same as for rubber expansion joints.
Thorburns rubber pipe connectors are detailed on pages 42 to 53
THORBURN
THORBURN RUBBER EXPANSION JOINT SYSTEM

MEANS QUALITY PROTECTION EVERY TIME
Thorburn rubber expansion joints are custom designed by engineers
and fabricated by skilled craftsmen following rigid step-by-step
quality control standards. Thorburns rubber expansion joints are used
to address and solve defined pipe motion problems. If you have a
specific requirement or want to reduce maintenance cost in your
piping system, specify the right product the first time by calling
Thorburns flexible piping specialist team today.
Thorburns rubber expansion joints compact

design simplifies installation
Typical hand built Thorburn

rubber expansion joint
Typical metallic bellows

expansion joint
Thorburns rubber pipe expansion joints absorb

and isolate movement better. Here is why:
High resistance to shock

Unlike a metal joint, Thorburn rubber expansion joints absorb movements
in all directions without stress and are capable of preventing unexpected
shock induced movements caused by pumps, blowers and other agitating
equipment, particularly during plant start-ups or shutdowns.
THORBURN RUBBER EXPANSION

JOINTS DISTINCTIVE ADVANTAGES
Compact to simplify installation
Absorbs movement in all directions
Reduces mechanical noises
Compensates for misalignment
Eliminates electrolysis between

dissimilar metals
Relieves strain in the piping system
Doesnt require gaskets
Vibration and sound absorption

Thorburns elastomeric joints offer significant advantages over a metallic joint, preventing transmission of vibration without harming
the joint.
Freedom from embrittlement

Failure of a metal expansion joint is due primarily to continuous flexing and built-up stress points resulting in a fracture at the point
of embrittlement . Constant/intermittent flexing keeps the rubber alive and eliminates flex cracking in Thorburns rubber expansion
joints.
Great recovery from movement

When a metal joint is fully compressed, it assumes a permanent set. Thorburns rubber expansion joint continues to return to its
original position.
Freedom from corrosion

To achieve comparable corrosion resistancy metal bellows would have to employ exotic alloys at a tremendous cost. In addition,
Thorburns rubber expansion joints in sea water will not corrode nor does the continuous flexing permit scale to form.
Superior abrasive and erosion resistance

Thin metallic bellows will typically wear out at the root over time with minimum abrasion, where as a rubber joint can be manufactured
with a smooth abrasion resistant lining to protect it from the harmful effects of sea water salt, slurry and other abrasive media.
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THORBURN
FIRST IN RUBBER EXPANSION JOINT PIPE

SIMULATION TESTING
Thorburn is the only manufacturer capable of testing large diameter rubber expansion joints up to
120 I.D. under actual design pressure or vacuum conditions, while simulating any design movement or
series of movements experienced in a piping system during operation (i.e. design axial compression,
extension and/or lateral deflection movements).
Exclusive Thorburn technology
Thorburns pipe simulator allows rubber expansion joints to be
subjected to actual field conditions before being put into service.
Therefore, it provides the means to truly verify expansion joint
performance and design capabilities as well as detect any defective
or faulty expansion joints before commissioning them into service.
Shown is Thorburns 42HP expansion joint subjected to a

pressurized axial extension movement
Increases quality and reduces costs

Thorburns pipe simulator has dramatically increased the safety
and quality standards of rubber expansion joints while reducing
costly and dangerous failures from occurring during commissioning
or during actual service.
Shown is an arch profile of Thorburns 42HP subjected to lateral
movement under positive or negative pressure
Typical applications for pipe simulator
Superior verification testing

Engineers and designers preferring to increase the quality of
its piping system can specify Thorburn pipe simulation testing
to verify the expansion joint design and performance
capabilities before putting new expansion joints into service.
Shown is Thorburns 42HP spool type arch profile subjected to

pressurized compression movement
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Power generating industry preventive maintenance

testing
The quality standards required by both fossil fuel and nuclear
electrical power generating industries can benefit by periodical
pipe simulation testing of its existing expansion joints to verify
the quality and uncover any potential weakness that could
lead to a dangerous and costly failure.
THORBURN
POWER GENERATING INDUSTRY

Thorburn has extensive successful experience in designing, manufacturing and supplying high pressure elastomeric expansion joints up to 108 (274 cm) I.D. to the worlds fossil fuel and nuclear power electrical generating stations.
TYPICAL THORBURN RUBBER

EXPANSION JOINT APPLICATIONS
FOUND IN POWER GENERATING
STATIONS
Condenser circulating water

system pump inlet and outlet
Raw service water pump inlet and

outlet
Raw service water system heat

exchanger inlet and outlet
Raw service water strainer outlet
Raw service water discharge line

to the header
Typical Thorburn expansion joint

being installed at electrical
generator station
Thorburns packaging professionals

meticulously preparing a 108 I.D.
Thorburn 42HP joint for shipment
Steam
REACTOR BUILDING
Fuel
Loading
Machine
Reactor
TURBINE BUILDING
Turbine
Generator
Circulating
Water
Thorburns expansion joints were chosen for the AECL designed Candu Korean
Wolsong 2, 3, 4 nuclear power generating stations
Power industry expansion joints routing and location
N.B. Power engineer inspecting a 24 I.D. Thorburn 42HP

expansion joint at the Belledune generating station unit 2
Thorburns pipe simulator specialists pressure/vacuum testing

Thorburn style 42HP rubber expansion joints under full design
dynamic movement conditions
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THORBURN
MARINE APPLICATIONS
Thorburn rubber expansion joints provide an economical solution in the isolation of noise transmission,
vibration and connecting misaligned pipe found in offshore platforms and large marine vessels.
Thorburns marine vessel rubber expansion joints routing and

location
Thorburn rubber expansion joints were chosen for

Canadas and one of the worlds largest off shore oil
drilling platform. The Hibernia Project is situated in the
Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Newfoundland, Canada.
OFFSHORE APPLICATIONS
TYPICAL MARINE INSTALLATIONS
Air intake on diesel engines
Fire and bilge pump lines
Mud pump-lines
Ballast
Forced draft lines
Diesel fuel lines
Between scoop and the condensers
Overboard discharge
Fresh water and sea water lines
Circulating lines to the condenser
Sanitation system
Fog foam lines
Ventilation lines
Permanent ballast water secondary

containment piping system
COMMERCIAL AND INSTITUTIONAL BUILDINGS

AIR CONDITIONING, HEATING, VENTILATION SYSTEMS
Schools
Stores
Thorburn rubber expansion joints were

chosen to provide stress and noise relief for
the Canada Post headquarters buildings
piping system in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Air ducts
Compressor lines
High rise office towers
Hotels
Apartment buildings
Typical Thorburn rubber expansion joint

location and routing
Circulating water lines
Pump suction and discharge
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Hospitals
Typical commercial and institutional

building installations for Thorburn rubber
expansion joints
Turbine to condenser
Refrigeration
THORBURN
WASTE WATER SEWAGE TREATMENT

DRINKING WATER TREATMENT PLANTS
Consultants specify Thorburn rubber expansion joints
and fittings to maximize design flexibility
Aeration lines
Sludge pumps
Raw sewage lines
Sinter sludge ash lines
Grit pump lines
Thorburns rubber expansion joints were chosen for the multimillion dollar Ville de Qubec water filtration project
Aeration basin floating cover: connections are served with Thorburns 60TMH
assemblies to provide the required flexibility to cover the changing level with
variations in sewage flow.
Air blowers: make extensive noise and the discharge is very hot. Thorburn high
temperature (chlorobutyl) model TM20 joint can reduce noise by over 20 decibels.
The air blower inlet side is connected with a Thorburn 30DB clamp-on type
expansion joint to isolate vibration and pipe movement.
Sludge pump lines are ideally suited for Thorburn long flowing arch style 202
expansion joints. These expansion joints relieve stress from ground settlement or
pipe and pump vibration misalignment.
Thorburn 60TMH-E elbow fittings have proven even to outwear stainless steel
elbows. Therefore, maintenance is greatly reduced for example on extremely
abrasive slurry lines, such as sinter sludge ash.
Thorburn 60TMH custom assemblies provide the required flexibility and design
to dump sludge from plant to truck and loading docks or barge.
Installing a typical rubber expansion

joint in a waste water sewage
treatment plant
Typical waste water treatment plant
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THORBURN
PULP AND PAPER MAKING PROCESS

Applications for Thorburn rubber expansion joints and
custom connectors
Process piping systems
Black liquor lines
Slurry lines
Suction box
Heating and cooling systems
Causticizer and digester piping
Pump inlet and discharge lines
White water piping
Wood source
Pulpwood
stacker
Barking drum
Water purification
Chip
Chip
Chipper
Washer
storage bin conveyors
Digestor
Blow
tank
Slaked
lime
storage
Calender
Green
liquor
storage
Slaking
tank
Cooking
liquor
Evaporator
Power supply
Black
liquor
Pulp washers
Brown
stock
Steam and
power plant
Unbleached
pulp
storage
Bleached Mixing box

pulp
storage
Saveall
Lime
Kiln
Bleaching
Bleaching
Screens
Slice
Beater
Lime
sludge
Bleaching
Filter
Green
liquor
mixing tank
Waste
treatment plant
CALENDERS
Refiner
Jordan
Flow
box
Dandy
roll
Suction
boxes
Suction roll
FOURDRINIER
Slitter
PRESSES
Winder
Felt
blankets
DRYERS
Size press
Schematic view of pulp & paper processing.
Case study: When Bowater

Mersey Paper Co. had a
problem with expansion joints
located on their white water
piping system, Thorburn
provided the solution with its
42HP Series teflon lined
rubber expansion joint system.
Problem solved!
Thorburns flexible rubber piping and fitting technology was
used to upgrade the traditional open trough piping found
between the caustizer and slacker tank at Miramichi Pulp and
Paper in New Castle, N.B.
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THORBURN
MIGHTY-SPOOL
HIGH QUALITY SPOOL JOINT SYSTEM
35LP LOW PRESSURE 50SP MEDIUM PRESSURE 42HP HIGH PRESSURE 42HPX EXTRA HIGH PRESSURE
Mighty-Spool Hand Crafted Quality

Thorburns Mighty-Spool expansion joints are the work horses of our rubber expansion
joint line meeting or exceeding the design requirements listed in the FSA type A.1, A.2 and
A.3 spool arch type joints. Thorburn does not employ marginal practices or materials,
which reduce safety factors. All Thorburn Mighty-Spool joints meet a minimum 4 to 1
safety factor at rated operating temperatures and pressures. Thorburns standard Model
42HP High Pressure represents 65% of our sales.
To order Mighty-Spool expansion joints,

please see pages 32 and 33 for details.
Thorburn Mighty-Spool expansion joints are
available in sizes from 1 to 144 I.D.
Steel Retaining Ring

G
Equally Spaced
Bolt Holes
F
A
E
C
D
rcle
t Ci
Bol
Flange & Ret. Ring O.D.

Nominal Pipe Size
Joint I.D.
Bolt
Hole
Die
Thorburn Mighty-Spool single and

multiple arch types are available in
light-weight series Model 35LP. Dimensionally the same as the standard
product, except for reduced body thickness, this series is designed for very
low pressure and vacuum applications.

Nominal Pipe Size
Joint I.D.
Mighty-Spool Light-Weight
Model 35LP and Multiple Arch
Expansion Joint
C
D
Section AA
Mighty-Spool multiple arch expansion
A
joints are composites of the single arch
Fig. 1: Mighty-Spool single
design and are capable of movements
Fig. 2: Mighty-Spool multiple open arch design
open arch design
of a single arch multiplied by the
number of arches. The spring rate for a multi-arch type expansion joint is equal to the spring rate for a single arch design divided by the
number of arches. This general rule is similar for all Thorburn rubber expansion joints.
In order to maintain lateral stability and prevent sagging when the joint is installed in a horizontal position, a maximum number of arches
supplied is 4.
Special note: Thorburn can provide special designs to accommodate movements of
30 (600 mm). If greater movement or special ends are required in your piping system,
call Thorburn flexible piping specialists today for an economical and timely solution.
Mighty-Spool Filled Arch System

Thorburn Mighty-Spool open arch design may be modified to reduce
possible turbulence, prevent the collection of solids in the arch way, which
could obstruct the joint movement. To solve such problems, Thorburns
Mighty-Spool joints may be supplied with a bonded-in place soft filler rubber
in the arch, providing a smooth interior bore. It should be noted that filled
arches reduce movement capability to half (50%) and increase the spring rate
by 4 times of the normal movements and spring rates of comparable size,
Mighty-Spool open arch expansion joints. This general rule is similar for all
Thorburn rubber expansion joints with filled arches.
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Spool type expansion joint with filled and open arch

design with a flange by sleeve type connecting end
THORBURN
MIGHTY-SPOOL
BUILT-IN QUALITY PIPE JOINTS
Thorburns rubber expansion joint
construction features
Though Thorburn manufactures and supplies a wide
variety of expansion joints, all our rubber joints have
4 basic components: tube, reinforcement, cover and
end connections. Shown to the right is Thorburn MightySpool high pressure joint with integral flange.
Protective cover
STYLE 42HP
Integral flange
Gap filler hard rubber

Inner liner
Tube:
Seamless elastomeric leak proof lining specifically
designed to maintain fluid leak tight integrity of the
expansion joint and protect the carcass from penetration
or saturation of the media being transferred. Thorburns
expansion joint tubes can be designed to transfer chemical
and petroleum products, sewage, gases as well as abrasive
media.
Carcass
Metallic
reinforcement
High profile arch
Typical Mighty-Spool cross-section expansion joint with integral flanges
Reinforcement:
a) Fabric Reinforcement: The fabric reinforcement is the flexible and supporting member between the tube and cover. Fabrics of
high strength synthetic fibres are used depending on pressure and temperature requirements. All fabric plies are calendered to
permit flexibility between the fabric plies and to reduce service strain.
b) Metallic Reinforcement: Consists of coated high tensile spring steel wire and/or solid steel rings embedded in the carcass. The
purpose of the metallic reinforcements is to strenghten the joint permitting the rated working pressures and to supply the joint with
the necessary rigidity for thermal vacuum service. Specially compounded filler rubbers are used between the layers of metallic
reinforcement to prevent migration when pressurized. Special metallic reinforcement is used when Thorburn rubber expansion
joints are used for external service.
Cover:
The primary function of the cover is to protect the carcass from outside damage or abuse. Special elastomers can be supplied to resist
chemicals, oils, sunlight, acid fumes, ozone, sea water, etc.
End connections:
Integral flanges are constructed of fabric reinforcement, smooth finish, full-faced flange that form a tight seal against the mating pipe
flanges without the need of gaskets. Also available are soft cuff clamp-on ends designed to fit over a pipe and be clamped on.
Thorburn 108 Model

42HP
Cover placement
during expansion joint
rubber moulding and
carcass building stages
Thorburn Mighty-Spool single open arch design being prepared for

hydrostatic pressure testing
Page 14
THORBURN
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
THORBURN RUBBER PIPE EXPANSION JOINT AND PIPE CONNECTORS
Nominal
Pipe Size
I.D. of
Exp.
Joint
Inches
1/4 to 4
5 to 12
14
16 to 20
22 to 24
26 to 40
42 to 66
68 to 96
98 to 108
110 to 144
Nominal
Pipe Size
I.D. of
Exp.
Joint
0 to 10
Design of Expansion Joint Construction

Model 35LP
Low Pressure
Design
FSA Series A
Model 50SP
Medium Pressure
Design
FSA Series B
Model 42HPX
Extra High
Pressure Design
165
140
85
65
65
55
55
45
40
30
26
26
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
165
140
65
50
45
45
40
40
40
40
30
30
30
30
30
30
30
30
30
30
200
190
130
110
100
90
80
70
60
50
Pressure Characteristics of Thorburn

Mighty-Spool Expansion Joints
Notes:
Positive Negative Positive Negative Positive Negative Positive Negative

PSIG in. of hg. PSIG in. of hg. PSIG in. of hg. PSIG in. of hg.
30
30
30
30
30
30
30
30
30
30
300
275
225
200
175
150
150
125
90
80
30
30
30
30
30
30
30
30
30
30
1)
Pressure limitations are based on a minimum 4 to 1 safety

factor at 180F (82C) for rated pressure.
2)
For higher pressure and/or temperature expansion joint,

contact Thorburn flexible piping specialists for details.
3)
Always advise Thorburn if expansion joint will be subjected to full vacuum.
4)
Model 42HP also available for external deep sea water

service. Please specify Thorburn Model 42HPX-HD and
provide all related service and design requirements.
Tolerances for Thorburn Rubber Pipe & Expansion Joints

Type of elastomer
Class
Type of fabric
Class
All dimensions to be an average reading.

Applies to open or filled arch.
Gum rubber
Natural rubber
SBR/GRS/Buna-S
Neoprene
Buna-N/Nitrile
Hypalon
Butyl
Butyl, Chloro
EPDM
Viton/Fluorel
Silicone
Teflon/TFE/FEP
Std. I
Std. I
Std. I
Std. II
Std. II
Std. II
Std. II
Spc. II
Spc. II
Spc. II
Spc. II
Spc. II
Cotton
Rayon
Nylon
Polyester
Fiberglass/Asbestos
Asbestos
Fiberglass
Kevlar
Nomex
Std. I
Std. I
Std. II
Spc. II
Spc. II
Spc. II
Spc. II
Spc. II
Spc. II
Noncritical
flange
O.D.1
Bolt
line3
0 to 6
7 to 12
3/16
1/4
3/16
1/8
12 to 22
1/4
3/8
1/4
1/8
24 to 46
3/8
1/2
5/16
48 to 70
+3/8
-1/2
+3/8
-5/8
+3/4
-1/2
+1
-3/4
3/8
+1/8
-3/16
3/16
+1/8
-3/16
+1/8
-3/16
3/16
1/2
# of
Measurements to
be
14 to 18 20 & up Averaged
3/16
+3/16
4
-1/4
3/16
+3/16
4
-1/4
+3/16
1/4
4
-1/4
1/4
+1/4
5
-5/16
+1/4
+1/4
6
-5/16
-3/8
Face to face length F2 (inches)
Exp.
joint
I.D.1
72 & up
Model 42HP
High Pressure
Design
FSA Series C
+3/16
-1/4
+3/16
-1/4
1/4
1) All diameters to be measured with a Pi tape.

2) All linear dimensions to be measured with a steel rule and averaged.
3) Bolt line = Actual I.D. + 2 (Average X Dimension) + Bolt hole diameter
Maximum Service Temperature of Materials for

Thorburns Expansion Joints and Pipe Connectors
Stardard Class I - Recommended up to 180F
Standard Class II - Recommended up to 230F
Special Class II - Recommended for over 230F
Mechanical Vibration in a Steel Piping System Reduced with the

Installation of Thorburns Pipe Connectors or Expansion Joints
Pipe
System
Vibration
Frequency
HZ
40
68
125
250
500
1000
2000
4000
8000
Rubber Acoustical Impedance Compared
Installation in Pipe with a:

Expansion Joint
Rubber Pipe
8 ID x 6 F/F
8 ID x 24 F/F
Vibration reduction at
Vibration reduction at
10 PSIG 50 PSIG 80 PSIG 10 PSIG 50 PSIG 80 PSIG
37%
60%
44%
44%
65%
90%
94%
90%
89%
55%
68%
50%
50%
89%
96%
95%
93%
89%
72%
78%
60%
50%
90%
98%
96%
97%
94%
87%
95%
98%
96%
91%
82%
99%
99%
97%
91%
96%
99%
97%
93%
91%
99%
99%
97%
93%
99%
99%
99%
94%
96%
99%
99%
98%
Example: If an 8 steel piping system had a major vibration frequency of 1000 HZ at 50 PSIG,
the installation of an expansion joint into the system, the percentage of reduction of vibration
would be 96%.
Material
Sound
velocity
(in./sec.)
Steel
Copper
Cast iron
Lead
Glass
Concrete
Water
Pine
Cork
Rubber
206,500
140,400
148,800
49,800
216,000
198,000
56,400
132,000
19200
2,400
Acoustical
Density impendance
(lbs./in.3) (lbs./in.2-sec.)
0.283
0.320
0.260
0.411
0.094
0.072
0.036
0.0145
0.0086
0.0442
58,400
45,000
38,700
20,400
20,300
14,200
2,030
1,910
165
106
Relative
Impendance
500.0
425.0
365.0
190.0
190.0
134.0
19.0
18.0
1.6
1.0
Acoustical impedance is defined as the product of material density times velocity of

sound in that material. In acoustical systems low impedance corresponds to low sound
transmission. Relative impedance is based on Rubber = 1.0
Page 15
THORBURN
MIGHTY SPOOL MODEL 42HP

QUALITY PROTECTING EXPANSION JOINTS
For pressure temperature and other specifications, please see page 15
Standard Flange Dimensions
and Drilling
Bolt
Circle
No. of
Holes
Diameter
of Holes
14
14
14
14
14
14
14
14
16
16
16
16
20
20
20
20
22
22
22
22
22
22
22
22
22
24
24
24
24
24
24
24
24
24
24
24
24
24
2 3/8
2 5/8
2 7/8
3 5/8
4 1/8
4 5/8
5 7/8
6 7/8
7 7/8
9 7/8
12 1/8
14 1/2
16 1/2
18 1/2
20 1/2
22 5/8
24 5/8
26 5/8
28 7/8
30 7/8
32 7/8
34 7/8
37
39
43
45 1/4
51 1/4
53 1/4
57 1/4
59 1/4
63 1/4
69 1/4
75 1/4
81 1/4
87 1/2
99 3/8
112 1/2
149 1/2
4 1/4
4 5/8
5
6
7
7 1/2
9
10
11
13 1/2
16
19
21
23 1/2
25
27 1/2
29 1/2
32
34 1/4
36 1/2
38 3/4
41 3/4
43 3/4
46
50 3/4
53
59 1/2
61 3/4
66 1/4
68 3/4
73
80
86 1/2
93
99 3/4
113 1/4
126 3/4
167 1/4
3 1/8
3 1/2
3 7/8
4 3/4
5 1/2
6
7 1/2
8 1/2
9 1/2
11 3/4
14 1/4
17
18 3/4
21 1/4
22 3/4
25
27 1/4
29 1/2
31 3/4
34
36
38 1/2
40 1/2
42 3/4
47 1/4
49 1/2
56
58 1/4
62 3/4
65
69 1/4
76
82 1/2
89
95 1/2
108 1/2
120 3/4
158 1/4
4
4
4
4
4
4
8
8
8
8
12
12
12
16
16
20
20
20
24
28
28
28
32
32
36
36
44
44
44
48
52
52
60
64
64
68
72
84
5/8
5/8
5/8
3/4
3/4
3/4
3/4
7/8
7/8
7/8
1
1
1 1/8
1 1/8
1 1/4
1 1/4
1 3/8
1 3/8
1 3/8
1 3/8
1 3/8
1 5/8
1 5/8
1 5/8
1 5/8
1 5/8
1 5/8
1 7/8
1 7/8
1 7/8
1 7/8
1 7/8
1 7/8
2 1/8
2 1/8
2 3/8
2 5/8
3 3/8
9/16
9/16
9/16
9/16
9/16
9/16
9/16
9/16
5/8
3/4
3/4
3/4
7/8
7/8
7/8
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1 3/16
1 3/16
1 3/16
1 3/16
1 3/16
1 3/16
1 3/16
1 3/16
1 3/16
1 1/4
1 1/4
1 1/4
1 1/4
1 3/8
1/2
1/2
5/8
3/4
7/8
7/8
7/8
7/8
7/8
7/8
1
1 3/16
1 3/16
1 3/16
1 3/16
1 1/4
1 1/4
1 1/4
1 3/8
1 3/8
1 3/8
1 3/8
1 3/8
1 3/8
1 3/8
1 1/2
1 1/2
1 1/2
1 1/2
1 1/2
1 1/2
1 1/2
1 1/2
1 5/8
1 5/8
1 5/8
1 5/8
1 3/4
1 1/8
1 1/8
1 1/8
1 1/4
1 1/4
1 1/4
1 1/4
1 1/4
1 1/4
1 1/2
1 1/2
1 1/2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2 1/4
2 1/4
2 1/4
2 1/4
2 1/4
2 1/4
2 1/4
2 1/2
2 1/2
2 1/2
2 1/2
2 1/2
2 1/2
2 1/2
2 1/2
2 1/2
2 1/2
2 1/2
2 1/2
2 1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
3/4
3/4
3/4
3/4
3/4
3/4
7/8
7/8
7/8
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1 1/8
1 1/8
1 1/8
1 1/8
1 1/8
1 1/8
1 1/8
1 1/8
1 1/8
1 1/8
1 1/8
1 1/8
1 1/8
Flange
O.D.
12
12
12
12
12
12
12
12
12
14
14
14
16
16
16
16
18
18
18
18
18
18
18
18
18
18
18
18
18
18
18
18
18
18
18
18
20
20
Retaining
Ring I.D.
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
12
12
12
12
12
12
14
14
14
14
14
14
14
14
14
14
14
14
14
14
14
14
14
16
16
16
16
16
Four
Arch
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
8
8
8
8
8
8
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
12
12
12
12
12
12
12
12
12
12
12
12
12
Three
Arch
1
1 1/4
1 1/2
2
2 1/2
3
4
5
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
22
24
26
28
30
32
34
36
40
42
48
50
54
56
60
66
72
78
84
96
108
144
Two
Arch
Nominal
Pipe Size
Exp. Jt. I.D.
Typical Mighty-Spool
Body Dimensions
Single
Arch
Face to Face Minimum

Recommended Length
7/16
7/16
7/16
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
5/8
11/16
11/16
3/4
3/4
3/4
25/32
25/32
25/32
1 3/16
1 3/16
1 3/16
1 3/16
1 3/16
1 3/16
1 3/16
29/32
29/32
29/32
29/32
29/32
29/32
29/32
29/32
1
1
1
1
1 1/8
Note: Flange and retaining ring dimensions shown are in accordance with 125/150 pound standard drilling of: ANSI B16.1, B16.24, B16.51, MSS SP-44. Items marked with * are drilled to AWWA
C207-78 Table 1 Class D, Table 3, Class E. Retaining plate thickness G is 3/8 for all sizes.
For larger diameters, offsize diameters, special drilling, special lengths, greater movements, reducers transition connectors or other specials, call
Thorburns flexible piping team today at 1-800-363-6613.
FOR ORDERING DETAILS SEE PAGES 32 AND 33
Expansion Joint
Flange
Typical 42HP
Single open arch
Retaining
Ring
Typical 42HP
Single filled arch
Page 16
Typical 42HP
Two open arches
Typical 42HP
Three open arches
THORBURN
MIGHTY-SPOOL MODEL 42HP

MOVEMENT/FORCE/SPRING RATE WITH SINGLE OPEN ARCH DESIGN
For pressure temperature and other specifications, please see page 15
Non-Concurrent
Movement Capability
76
96
115
138
172
207
276
344
413
689
861
1033
904
1033
1163
1505
1656
1807
1990
2143
2297
2450
2603
2756
3062
3253
3717
3872
4182
4341
4651
5116
5581
6046
6511
7441
8372
11152
Retaining
ring set
103
129
154
185
232
278
371
463
556
971
1214
1456
1274
1456
1638
2152
2367
2582
2869
3090
3311
3531
3752
3973
4414
4732
5408
5634
6085
6310
6761
7437
8113
8789
9465
10817
12169
16218
Joint
single arch
27.5
22.5
18.5
14.5
11.5
10.0
7.5
6.0
5.0
5.5
4.5
3.75
3.25
2.75
2.5
2.5
2.25
2.0
2.3
2.0
2.0
1.8
1.75
1.5
1.5
1.5
1.25
1.25
1.25
1.25
1.0
1.0
0.9
0.9
0.8
0.7
0.62
0.47
Force pounds
for 1 lateral
deflection
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
Force pounds
for 1 extension mov.
Degrees of
angular
movement
1/4
1/4
1/4
1/4
1/4
1/4
1/4
1/4
1/4
3/8
3/8
3/8
3/8
3/8
7/16
7/16
7/16
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
9/16
9/16
9/16
9/16
9/16
9/16
9/16
9/16
9/16
9/16
9/16
9/16
9/16
9/16
Force pounds
for 1 compression mov.
Inches of lateral deflection
7/16
7/16
7/16
7/16
7/16
7/16
7/16
7/16
7/16
11/16
11/16
11/16
11/16
11/16
13/16
13/16
13/16
15/16
15/16
15/16
15/16
15/16
15/16
15/16
1 1/16
1 1/16
1 1/16
1 1/16
1 1/16
1 1/16
1 1/16
1 1/16
1 1/16
1 1/16
1 1/16
1 1/16
1 1/16
1 1/16
Est. Wt (lbs)
Total load foot

lbs for rated
angular move.
Inches of axial
extension
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
8
8
8
8
8
8
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
12
12
12
12
12
12
12
12
12
12
12
12
12
Spring Rate
Total load lbs

for rated
lateral defl.
Inches of axial
compression
1
1 1/4
1 1/2
2
2 1/2
3
4
5
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
22
24
26
28
30
32
34
36
40
42
48
50
54
56
60
66
72
78
84
96
108
144
Total load lbs

for rated
compression
Total load lbs
for rated
extension
Nominal
Pipe Size
Exp. Jt. I.D.
Face to face
minimum length
Force Pounds
175
219
262
350
381
412
476
546
617
753
809
948
1117
1286
1420
1588
1648
1706
1829
1952
2075
2438
2801
3164
3338
3423
3866
4012
4303
4448
4736
5108
5477
5951
6425
7375
8325
11013
1
2
3
4
6
8
14
22
32
70
109
158
160
209
266
381
463
549
659
765
875
1000
1130
1266
1563
1745
2282
2460
2885
3081
3537
4288
5113
6022
6913
9409
13550
20164
235
294
353
423
530
635
848
1058
1271
1412
1766
2118
1853
2118
2382
2649
2913
3178
3060
3296
3532
3769
4002
4238
4708
4452
5087
5300
5724
5936
6360
6996
7632
8268
8904
10176
11448
15264
304
383
459
552
689
828
1104
1376
1652
1837
2296
2755
2411
2755
3101
3440
3785
4130
3980
4286
4594
4899
5602
5512
6124
5783
6608
6884
7435
7717
8268
9095
9922
10748
11575
13228
14883
19843
350
438
524
700
762
824
952
1092
1234
1506
1618
1896
2234
2572
2840
3176
3296
3412
3658
3904
4150
4876
5602
6328
6676
6846
7732
8024
8606
8896
9472
10216
10954
11902
12850
14750
16650
22026
2
2.5
3
4
4.5
5.5
8
9
11
15
23
34
40
47
56
67
70
79
100
102
117
127
138
143
173
193
198
211
265
288
309
350
385
410
435
485
650
850
2.3
2.5
3
4
5.5
6
7.5
8
9
12
18
22
25
27
29
35
44
48
53
58
66
75
88
91
106
116
138
154
163
184
200
246
300
325
350
432
540
700
Special notes on movement capability: 1) Filled arch construction reduces above movements by 50%. 2) To calculate movement of multiple arch type for compression extension and lateral
movements, take movement shown in the above table and multiply by the number of arches. 3) The degree of angular movement is based on the maximum extension shown. 4) Movement capability
shown is non-concurrent percentage used in one movement position must be deducted from the other movement position so that sum of movements dont exceed 100%. 5) Movements shown are
based on proper installation practices. See Thorburn installation maintenance guide for details.
Special notes on force Pounds / Spring Rates: 1) Forces required to move Thorburn Mighty-Spool Model 42HP are based on zero pressure conditions and room temperature in the pipeline. 2)
These forces should be considered only as approximates, compensation must be made for more accurate forces based on materials of construction and actual service conditions. 3) Filled arch spring
rates are approximately 4 times that of a single open arch. 4) Multi-arch spring rates are equal to single arch divided by number of arches.
FOR ORDERING DETAILS SEE PAGES 32 AND 33

Typical Thorburn Rubber Expansion Joints
Axial
Compression
Axial
Elongation
Angular Movement
Torsional Movement
Lateral Movement
Bending of the centerline
Relation about the

centerline (twist)
Shear or perpendicular
to centerline
Page 17
Absorbing
Vibration
THORBURN
MIGHTY-SPOOL
MODELS 42HP-CR AND 42HP-ER CONCENTRIC AND
ECCENTRIC REDUCER EXPANSION JOINTS
Thorburns Mighty-Spool concentric and eccentric reducers were specifically developed to connect
piping of unequalled diameters. These reducers were designed to replace and address the limitations
found in metal reducers in a pipeline.
Compare the Mighty-Spool advantages

over metallic reducers:
Thorburn 42HP-ER Eccentric

reducer expansion joint
Steel
Washer
Nominal
Pipe Size
Joint I.D.
Bolt Circle
Control Rod Bolt Circle
Reduces system stress and strain /

Compensates for misalignment
Rigid attachment of piping to critical or
mechanical equipment can produce excessive
loading. Thermal or mechanically created
strain-stress-shock are cushioned and absorbed
with Thorburns Mighty-Spool reducers.
Thorburns reducers add a flexible component
that is automatically self correcting for
misalignment created by structural movements
caused by settling, expansion or ground shifts.
Standard
Pipe
Flange
Optional
Compression Sleeve
Thorburn Model 42HP-CR concentric reducer rubber expansion

joint
Control
Rod
Plate Retaining
Ring
Steel
Washer
Nominal
Pipe Size
Joint I.D.
Less space, lower installation cost

Thorburns Mighty-Spool reducers replace a
metal reducer and a flexible element. Thus,
less space is required and installation is
simplified.
Flange/Retaining Ring O.D.
Control
Rod
Plate Retaining
Ring
Bolt Circle
Thorburn 42HP-CR Concentric reducer expansion joint
Absorbs pipe-wall and fluid-born noise

Thorburns reducers are quiet operating and
are designed to replace sound transmitting
metal reducers. Pipe-wall sound loses energy
and is absorbed as the noise carried by the
piping both enters and leaves the rubber section.
Fluid-born noise is absorbed by volumetric
expansion (breathing) of Thorburns MightySpool reducer. This action cushions water
hammer and smooths out pumping impulses.
Standard
Pipe
Flange
Optional
Compression Sleeve
Thorburn Model 42HP-ER eccentric reducer rubber expansion joint
Page 18
THORBURN
MIGHTY-SPOOL EXPANSION JOINTS

MODEL 42HP-CR CONCENTRIC AND
MODEL 42HP-ER ECCENTRIC REDUCERS SPECIFICATIONS
42HP-CR
42HP-ER
Open arch
Filled arch
Open arch
joint/rings
Control rod
assembly
Positive
P.S.I.G.
Negative
in. of hg
.25
.25
.25
.25
.25
.25
.25
.25
.25
.25
.25
.25
.25
.25
.25
.25
.25
.25
.25
.25
.25
.25
.25
.25
.25
.375
.375
.375
.375
.375
.375
.375
.375
.375
.375
.375
.375
.375
.375
.375
.375
.375
.375
.375
.375
.375
.375
.375
.375
.375
.375
.375
.375
.375
.375
.375
Degrees
torsion
Axial
compress
(inches)
Axial
extend
(inches)
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
Pressure
Angular
deflect
(degree)
5.5 - 6.25
5.5 - 6.25
5.5 - 6.25
5.5 - 6.25
5.5 - 6.25
5.5 - 6.25
5.5 - 6.25
5.5 - 6.25
6.5 - 7.25
5.5 - 6.25
6.5 - 7.25
5.5 - 6.25
6.5 - 7.25
5.5 - 6.25
5.5 - 6.25
7.5 - 8.25
7.5 - 8.25
5.5 - 6.25
5.5 - 6.25
8.5 - 9.25
5.5 - 6.25
7.5 - 8.25
8.5 - 9.25
5.5 - 6.25
8.5 - 9.25
5.25 - 6.375
5.25 - 6.375
7.25 - 8.375
10.25 - 11.375
5.25 - 6.375
10.25 - 11.375
5.25 - 6.375
7.25 - 8.375
10.25 - 11.375
7.25 - 8.375
7.25 - 8.375
11.25 - 12.375
5.25 - 6.375
7.25 - 8.375
11.25 - 12.375
7.25 - 8.375
13.25 - 14.375
5.25 - 6.375
7.25 - 8.375
13.25 - 14.375
7.25 - 8.375
13.25 - 14.375
7.25 - 8.375
7.25 - 8.375
7.25 - 8.375
7.25 - 8.375
7.25 - 8.375
7.25 - 8.375
7.25 - 8.375
7.25 - 8.375
7.25 - 8.375
Weight
(pounds)
Lateral
deflect
(inches)
2x1x6
2 x 1.5 x 6
2.5 x 1.5 x 6
2.5 x 2 x 6
3 x 1.5 x 6
3x2x6
3 x 2.5 x 6
4x2x6
4x2x7
4 x 2.5 x 6
4 x 2.5 x 7
4x3x6
4x3x7
5x3x6
5x4x6
5x4x8
6x2x8
6 x 2.5 x 6
6x3x6
6x3x9
6x4x6
6x4x8
6x4x9
6x5x6
6x5x9
8x3x6
8x4x6
8x4x8
8 x 4 x 11
8x5x6
8 x 5 x 11
8x6x6
8x6x8
8 x 6 x 11
10 x 5 x 8
10 x 6 x 8
10 x 6 x 12
10 x 8 x 6
10 x 8 x 8
10 x 8 x 12
12 x 6 x 8
12 x 6 x 14
12 x 8 x 6
12 x 8 x 8
12 x 8 x 14
12 x 10 x 8
12 x 10 x 14
14 x 8 x 8
14 x 10 x 8
14 x 12 x 8
16 x 10 x 8
16 x 12 x 8
16 x 14 x 8
18 x 12 x 8
18 x 14 x 8
18 x 16 x 8
Total travel
compress
Extend
(inches)
Typical
Joint size
I.D.1 x I.D.2
x length
Thrust
Factor
Movement Capability
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
18.4
15.9
14.1
12.5
12.5
11.3
10.3
9.5
9.5
8.8
8.8
8.2
8.2
7.1
6.4
6.4
7.1
6.7
6.4
6.4
5.7
5.7
5.7
5.2
5.2
7.8
7.1
7.1
7.1
6.6
6.6
6.1
6.1
6.1
5.7
5.3
5.3
4.8
4.8
4.8
4.8
4.8
4.3
4.3
4.3
3.9
3.9
3.9
3.6
3.3
3.3
3.1
2.9
2.9
2.7
2.6
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
2
2
2
2
2
2
1
1
1
12.69
14.32
16.04
17.87
17.87
19.79
21.6
23.92
23.92
26.15
26.15
28.46
28.46
33.38
38.70
38.70
33.38
35.99
38.70
38.70
44.41
44.41
44.41
50.51
50.51
56.64
63.49
63.49
63.49
70.76
70.76
78.42
78.42
78.42
86.46
94.90
94.90
112.95
112.95
112.95
113.10
113.10
132.57
132.57
132.57
153.76
153.76
177.09
201.46
277.40
227.40
254.91
283.99
283.99
314.65
346.88
3.14
3.14
4.97
4.97
7.06
7.06
7.06
12.57
12.57
12.57
12.57
12.57
12.57
19.63
19.63
19.63
28.27
28.27
28.27
28.27
28.27
28.27
28.27
28.27
28.27
50.27
50.27
50.27
50.27
50.27
50.27
50.27
50.27
50.27
78.54
78.54
78.54
78.54
78.54
78.54
113.10
113.10
113.10
113.10
113.10
113.10
113.10
153.94
153.94
153.94
201.06
201.06
201.06
254.47
254.47
254.47
5.1
5.5
7.1
8.1
8.2
8.3
9.5
10.8
10.9
10.9
11.8
12.0
12.9
13.4
14.4
16.9
13.6
13.8
15.6
16.6
15.9
17.8
19.3
17.1
18.6
20.5
22.9
23.2
23.8
21.4
26.1
23.0
25.6
28.1
29.4
29.0
33.4
29.9
34.6
40.1
38.8
45.0
37.6
42.0
48.6
47.8
60.0
45.8
53.5
63.6
55.8
61.8
69.6
65.5
67.4
78.7
6.0
6.3
7.1
7.4
7.1
7.0
7.1
7.1
7.1
7.6
7.6
7.5
7.5
11.5
10.1
10.1
11.6
11.9
12.3
12.5
10.6
11.0
11.0
10.5
11.9
20.4
18.6
19.5
21.0
18.4
20.6
17.5
18.1
19.6
27.0
26.0
27.5
24.5
25.3
27.8
29.0
30.5
28.0
28.8
30.1
24.3
26.1
29.0
29.4
26.6
35.8
36.0
36.5
37.0
37.0
33.8
200
200
200
200
200
200
200
200
200
200
200
200
200
190
190
190
190
190
190
190
190
190
190
190
190
190
190
190
190
190
190
190
190
190
190
190
190
190
190
190
190
190
190
190
190
190
190
130
130
130
110
110
110
110
110
110
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
26
Notes: 1) See Mighty-Spool single open arch for clarification or specifications. 2) To determine end-thrust: Multiply thrust factor by operating pressure of system. 3) The degree of taper should
not exceed 25. 4) Where a taper is more than 15, a filled arch is recommended. 5) Where a proposed taper is greater than 25, Thorburn recommends a steel reducer be used and a Thorburn MightySpool type expansion joint be used in the adjacent piping. 6) Multiarch design will increase movement as shown, times number of arches. 7) Higher pressure available upon request.
For additional specifications, see page 15. For sizes not shown, increased movement, higher pressure temperatures, call 1-800-363-6613 and ask
to speak to a Thorburn flexible piping specialist with your requirements. To order Thorburn concentric/eccentric reducer expansion
joints, see pages 32 and 33 for details.

ALSO AVAILABLE IN EXTRA HIGH PRESSURE MODELS
42HP-CRX (Extra high pressure concentric reducer) and 42HP-ERX (Extra high pressure eccentric reducer) with pressures equaling 42HPX
Page 19
THORBURN
MIGHTY-SPOOL SLEEVE TYPE

MODEL 30DB
Slip-on/Clamp-on rubber
expansion joint system
Thorburns Mighty-Spool 30DB are custom fabricated
expansion joints made in a single open, filled and/or
multiarch design. Mighty-Spool 30DB are specifically
designed for low pressure piping applications where
higher pressure flange is not required. The cuffs are
designed to fit over the end of a pipe and are secured by
the use of clamps.
Typical Thorburn Model

30DB double open arch
clamp-on expansion
joint with Thorburn
worm gear clamps
ALSO AVAILABLE IN SLEEVE BY FLANGE DESIGN. SPECIFY MODEL 25DB.
For ordering
information
see pages 32 and 33
Slip-On Sleeve Type Expansion Joints

A Typical4
Length (in.)
C
Cuff (inches)
Compression
(inches)
Extension
(inches)
Lateral
(inches)
Working
Pressure
(PSI)
B
Actual I.D.
A Typical4
Length (in.)
C
Cuff (inches)
Compression
(inches)
Extension
(inches)
Lateral
(inches)
Working
Pressure
(PSI)
1*
1.5*
2
2.5
3
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
24
36
48
60
72
B
Actual I.D.
Size
(inches)
Slip-On Sleeve Type Triple Arch Expansion Joints
1.315
1.900
2.375
2.875
3.500
4.500
6.625
8.625
10.750
12.750
14.000
16.000
18.000
20.000
24.000
36.000
48.000
48.000
72.000
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
10
10
10
10
10
12
12
12
12
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
3
3
3
3
3
4
4
4
4
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
75
75
75
75
75
75
75
50
50
50
25
25
25
25
25
10
10
10
10
1.315
1.900
2.375
2.875
3.500
4.500
6.625
8.625
10.750
12.750
14.000
16.000
18.000
20.000
24.000
36.000
48.000
60.000
72.000
10
10
10
10
10
10
11
11
11
11
15
15
15
15
15
17
17
17
17
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
3
3
3
3
3
4
4
4
4
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3/4
3/4
3/4
3/4
3/4
3/4
3/4
1 1/8
1 1/8
1 1/8
1 1/8
1 1/8
1 1/8
1 5/16
1 5/16
1 1/2
1 1/2
1 1/2
1 1/2
1 1/2
1 1/2
1 1/2
1 1/2
1 1/2
1 1/2
1 1/2
1 1/2
1 1/2
1 1/2
1 1/2
1 1/2
1 1/2
1 1/2
1 1/2
1 1/2
1 1/2
1 1/2
1 1/2
75
75
75
75
75
75
75
50
50
50
25
25
25
25
25
10
10
10
10
* Filled arches only

Note 1) Shown open arch system available in filled arch, two arch and 4 arch designs.
Note 2) Thorburn recommends not less than 2 clamps per cuff. For clamp details call Thorburn technical sales department.
Note 3) For additional technical details, see page 15.
Note 4) Detailed length should always be specified before time of order.
Page 20
THORBURN
SPECIAL MOULDED ROUND LOW PRESSURE EXPANSION JOINTS

MODEL 15R NON ARCH / 15RA ARCH TYPE
Low pressure round expansion joint system
Custom designed to suit application
Advantages
Available in multiple and no arch designs
Elimination of corner failure
Integral moulded flange design
Elimination of costly gaskets
Abrasion resistant
Contains pressures up to 25PSI/full vacuum
Chemical resistant
Available in wide choice of elastomers
Low force to deflect
Equally Spaced
Bolt Holes
F
A
rcle
t Ci
Bol
Thorburns 15RA multi-arch

design was chosen for the
aluminium smelters anode forming
vibrating compactor. Application
involves providing external full
vacuum sealing while absorbing
over 20 (508 mm) axial movement
at temperatures up to 400F
(204C). Thorburn can design
special arch profiles.

Nominal Pipe Size
Joint I.D.

Nominal Pipe Size
Joint I.D.
Bolt
Hole
Die

Nominal Pipe Size
Joint I.D.
Section AA
Thorburns 15R no arch design provides dead tight sealing for pipe
chutes or low pressure (max 25 PSI) to full vacuum containment for
solids, liquids or air. Thorburns Model 15R is used when lateral
deflection, misalignment or vibration must be compensated in a
ducting or low pressure system.
Model 15RA (arch

type) when axial
and lateral
movement is
required
FOR COMPLETE ORDERING INFORMATION PLEASE SEE PAGES 32 AND 33
Model 42HPO Offset Type
Model 42HPEF
Enlarged Flange type
Page 21
SMALL END
Nominal
Pipe Size
Joint I.D.
Conditions of offset and nonparallelism must be stated. Offsets

can be made from targets supplied
by customer and flanges may be
supplied blank for drilling on job
site.
Bolt Circle
LARGE END
Nominal Pipe Size
Joint I.D.
Thorburns Mighty-Spool Model 42HP-EF utilizes a full

faced integral flange design with an enlarged or special
drilled flange at
Retaining Rings
the other end. i.e.
8 pipe flange at
G
one end and 12
E
flange at the
other end.
B
C

Nominal Pipe Size
Joint I.D.
Thorburn Model 42HP0 offset joints are custom designed and built to
remedy a specific misalignment and non-parallelism of 1/8 or more of
the axis of the piping to be connected. Thorburn offset joints are
frequently used in close quarters
F
where available space makes it
Retaining Rings
A
E
impractical
to
correct
misalignment
with
conventional
B
C
piping.
THORBURN
LOW PRESSURE
MODEL 15RR-LP RECTANGULAR and MODEL 15R-LP ROUND
MOULDED DUCTING EXPANSION JOINTS
Light-weight expansion joint system
Custom designed square, rectangular, oval, round
Integral moulded flange design
Contains pressure up to 3 psi
Custom designed
Available in wide choice of elastomers
Provides piping relief from vibration, thermal movement, shock and stress
Square, rectangular,
oval
Internal moulded
flange design
Applications
Air, water, slurry
Pipe chutes
Forced draft lines
Typical Installation Arrangement

A Low Pressure No Arch Expansion Joint System
Rectangular 15RR-LP - Round 15R-LP
Rectangular Flange/
Corner Detail
FOR COMPLETE ORDER

INFORMATION SEE PAGES 32 AND 33
Maximum Movement Capabilities

9
16
0.25
0.25
9.00
1.00
0.25 0.50
12.00
1.50
0.50 0.75
16.00
2.00 0.50 1.00
Pre-Compressed
5.50
0.00
0.75
0.25
8.50
0.50
0.75 0.50
11.00
0.50
1.50 0.75
15.00
1.00 1.50 1.00
Lateral
offset
0.50
Axial
extension
6.00
Space
between
mating
ducting
flanges
Lateral
offset
Axial
extension
Neutral Position
Connector as
Installed
Lateral
offset
Axial
compression
Space
between
mating
ducting
flanges
Fully-Moulded
Connector
Axial
extension
Fully-Moulded
Connector
Axial
compression
12
Lateral
offset
Space
between
mating
ducting
flanges
Fully-Moulded
Connector
Axial
extension
Space
between
mating
ducting
flanges
Fully-Moulded
Connector
Axial
compression
Axial
compression
Movement at Shown
Face to face
Note 1. Lateral offset figures are based on the assumption that all lateral movement occurs prior to compression movements. In practice, movements occur simultaneously thus the allowable
lateral offset would increase. Note 2. In vacuum applications a set-back design should be used. Note 3. Greater extension and/or lateral offset is gained through design of longer built-in
flanges. Note 4. Anchors should be located so rated movement is not exceeded. Note 5. For specific ordering information, please see page 28. Always specify pressure and temperature. Note 6.
Available round and arch design for greater movements. Call the Thorburn flexible piping specialists today.
Page 22
THORBURN
LOW PRESSURE EXPANSION JOINTS

BOOT-FLEX MODEL TCT
Boot-Flex Model TCT
Boot-Flex construction is the ideal process for covers on rod and
ball screw applications. Not only are these airtight covers resistant
to oil, sand and metal chips, but they also provide an inside diameter
that increases rather than decreases as the cover is extended. These
covers combine the clean appearance of a moulded cover with the
strength found only in fabric base materials.
Typical Thorburn Boot-Flex expansion joint sealing system
In the Boot-Flex process, a continuous sheet of

elastomer coated fabric is formed into a bellows
type cover with only one diagonal seam,
providing a completely sealed cover capable
of withstanding internal pressures of up to 15
PSI (Most applications involve very low
pressures).
Boot-Flex covers can be constructed of
neoprene, silicone, butyl, viton, hypalon or
buna-n elastomers with nylon, kevlar, or
fibreglass reinforcing fabrics.
Flanged sealed connector. Thorburn

Model TCT-44.
Closed
Length
Thorburn Model
Collar sealed connectors. Thorburn

Model TCT-33.
Elastomer
Type
Material Codes
Thorburn
Code
MCOT
Neoprene
Silicone
Butyl
Viton
Nitrile
C
L
E
I
D
220F
500F
300F
400F
250F
Open Length
TCT-1
TCT-1.5
TCT-2
TCT-2.5
TCT-3
TCT-3.5
TCT-4
TCT-4.5
TCT-5
TCT-6
TCT-7
TCT-8
TCT-10
1
1.75
24
5.25
1.5
2.38
24
4.5
2
3
24
4
2.5
3.5
24
4
3
4.25
24
3.25
3.5
5
24
3
4
5.5
24
3
4.5
6
24
3
5
6.75
24
2.5
6
8
24
2.25
7
9
24
2.25
8
10
24
2.25
10
12
24
2.25
Inside Diameter (in.)

Outside Diameter (in.)
Maximum Open Length (in.)
Closed Length (in.)
Accessories Codes
HOW TO
ORDER
Model
TCT-3
End type
1st
2nd
3
Material
Accessories
R = Back flange ring

C = Clamps
= Nothing
Length
Length
Code
1
FLANGE (specify)
Code
4
Code
3
Code
2
INSIDE FLANGE (specify)
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COLLAR (specify)
FLANGE TYPE COLLAR (specify)
THORBURN
COMMON FLANGE DIMENSION/DRILLING CHART, MATING FLANGE THICKNESS FOR

THORBURN EXPANSION JOINTS, FITTINGS, RETAINING RINGS, CONTROL UNITS
250/300 Drilling
O.D.
B.C.
Hole
Dia.
2 1/2
2 1/2
3 1/2
3 7/8
4 1/4
4 5/8
5
6
7
7 1/2
8 1/2
9
10
11
13 1/2
16
19
21
23 1/2
25
27 1/2
29 1/2
32
34 1/4
36 1/2
38 3/4
41 3/4
43 3/4
46
48 3/4
50 3/4
53
55 1/4
57 1/4
59 1/2
61 3/4
64
66 1/4
68 3/4
71
73
80
86 1/2
93
99 3/4
106 1/2
113 1/4
120
126 3/4
140 1/4
153 3/4
167 1/4
1 11/16
1 11/16
2 3/8
2 3/4
3 1/8
3 1/2
3 7/8
4 3/4
5 1/2
6
7
7 1/2
8 1/2
9 1/2
11 3/4
14 1/4
17
18 3/4
21 1/4
22 3/4
25
27 1/4
29 1/2
31 3/4
34
36
38 1/2
40 1/2
42 3/4
45 1/4
47 1/4
49 1/2
51 3/4
53 3/4
56
58 1/4
60 1/2
62 3/4
65
67 1/4
69 1/4
76
82 1/2
89
95 1/2
102
108 1/2
114 1/2
120 3/4
132 3/4
145 3/4
158 1/4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
8
8
8
8
8
12
12
12
16
16
20
20
20
24
28
28
28
32
32
32
36
36
40
40
44
44
44
44
48
48
52
52
60
64
64
68
68
72
72
76
80
84
7/16
7/16
5/8
5/8
5/8
5/8
5/8
3/4
3/4
3/4
3/4
3/4
7/8
7/8
7/8
1
1
1 1/8
1 1/8
1 1/4
1 1/4
-1 3/8
--1 3/8
--1 5/8
--1 5/8
--1 5/8
--2
--2
-2
-2 1/4
-2 1/2
------
--5/8
5/8
5/8
5/8
5/8
3/4
3/4
3/4
3/4
3/4
7/8
7/8
7/8
1
1
1 1/8
1 1/8
1 1/4
1 1/4
1 3/8
1 3/8
1 3/8
1 3/8
1 3/8
1 5/8
1 5/8
1 5/8
1 5/8
1 5/8
1 5/8
1 5/8
1 5/8
1 5/8
1 7/8
1 7/8
1 7/8
1 7/8
1 7/8
1 7/8
1 7/8
1 7/8
2 1/8
2 1/8
2 3/8
2 3/8
2 5/8
2 5/8
2 7/8
3 1/8
3 3/8
-----------3/4
3/4
3/4
3/4
3/4
3/4
7/8
7/8
7/8
7/8
7/8
7/8
7/8
7/8
1
1
1
1
1
1
1 1/8
1 1/8
1 1/8
1 1/8
1 1/4
1 1/4
1 3/8
--1 3/8
1 3/8
1 3/8
1 5/8
1 5/8
1 7/8
1 7/8
2 1/8
2 1/8
2 3/8
2 5/8
2 7/8
--3 3/4
4 5/8
4 7/8
5 1/4
--2 5/8
3 1/4
3 1/2
3 7/8
4 1/2
5
5 7/8
6 5/8
7 1/4
7 7/8
9 1/4
10 5/8
13
15 1/4
17 3/4
20 1/4
22 1/2
24 3/4
27
29 1/4
32
34 1/2
--4
4
4
4
--5/8
3/4
3/4
3/4
----7/16
1/2
9/32
9/32
5/16
11/32
3/8
13/32
6 1/8
6 1/2
7 1/2
8 1/4
9
10
11
12 1/2
15
17 1/2
20 1/2
23
25 1/2
28
30 1/2
33
36
38 1/4
40 3/4
43
45 1/4
47 1/2
50
46
48 3/4
57*
53 1/4
55 3/4
65*
60 1/4
62 1/4
65 1/4
67 1/4
69 1/4
71 1/4
4
8
8
8
8
8
8
12
12
16
16
20
20
24
24
24
24
28
28
28
28
28
32
32
32
36*
32
28
40*
32
32
28
28
32
32
7/8
3/4
7/8
7/8
7/8
7/8
7/8
7/8
1
1 1/8
1 1/4
1 1/4
1 3/8
1 3/8
1 3/8
1 5/8
1 5/8
1 3/4
1 3/4
2*
2
2
2 1/4*
1 5/8
1 3/4
2 1/4*
1 5/8
2
2 1/4*
2 1/8
2 1/8
2 3/8
2 3/8
2 3/8
2 3/8
9/16
5/8
11/16
3/4
13/16
15/16
15/16
1
1 1/8
1 3/16
1 1/4
1 3/8
1 7/16
1 9/16
1 11/16
-1 7/8
--2 1/8
--2 3/8
--2 5/8
--2 3/4
--3
--3 1/8
-3 1/2
-3 7/8
-4 1/4
------
7/16
1/2
9/16
5/8
11/16
11/16
3/4
13/16
15/16
1
1 1/16
------------------------------------
37
39 1/4
41 1/2
43 1/2
46
43
45 1/2
52 3/4*49
3/4
52
60 3/4*
56 1/4
58 1/4
61
63
65
67
* Dimension shown does not meet

MSS-SP44
Note: When ordering/specifying
Thorburn expansion joints, rubber
pipe, retaining rings or control unit
assemblies, always note the mating
flange drilling specification or the
actual dimensions if specification is
unknown. In the absence of this data,
these products will be drilled to
ANSI B16.1 Class 125.
Page 24
--7/16
1/2
9/16
5/8
11/16
3/4
7/8
15/16
15/16
15/16
15/16
1
1 1/8
1 3/16
1 1/4
1 3/8
1 7/16
1 9/16
1 11/16
-1 7/8
------------------------------
------------5/8
11/16
11/16
11/16
11/16
11/16
11/16
11/16
11/16
3/4
3/4
13/16
7/8
7/8
15/16
15/16
1
1
1
1 1/8
1 1/8
1 1/8
1 1/4
1 1/4
1 1/4
1 3/8
--1 1/2
1 5/8
1 3/4
2
2
-2 1/4
2 1/2
2 1/2
2 3/4
3
3 1/4
------------5/8
11/16
11/16
11/16
13/16
15/16
1
1 1/16
1 1/8
1 3/16
1 1/4
1 5/16
1 5/16
1 3/8
1 1/2
1 1/2
1 5/8
1 5/8
1 5/8
1 3/4
1 3/4
1 3/4
1 3/4
2
2
2 1/8
--2 1/4
2 1/2
2 5/8
2 3/4
2 3/4
-3
3 1/4
3 1/4
3 1/2
3 3/4
4
------------1/2
9/16
9/16
11/16
11/16
3/4
3/4
3/4
3/4
1
1
1
1
1
1 1/8
1 1/8
1 1/8
1 1/8
1 1/8
1 1/4
1 1/4
1 1/4
1 3/8
1 3/8
1 3/8
1 3/8
--1 1/2
1 1/2
1 1/2
1 3/4
1 3/4
-2
2 1/4
2 1/4
2 1/2
2 3/4
3
--7/16
1/2
9/16
5/8
11/16
3/4
7/8
15/16
15/16
15/16
15/16
1
1 1/8
1 3/16
1 1/4
1 3/8
1 7/16
1 9/16
1 11/16
-1 7/8
2
2 1/16
2 1/8
2 1/4
2 5/16
2 3/8
2 3/8
2 1/2
2 5/8
2 5/8
2 11/16
2 3/4
2 3/4
2 7/8
3
--3 1/8
3 3/8
3 1/2
3 7/8
3 7/8
-4 1/4
4 5/8
4 5/8
5
5 3/8
5 3/4
AMSSS SP-44
CLASS 150
No. of
Holes
AWWA C207
TABLE 3,
CLASS E
B.C.
AWWA C207
TABLE 2,
CLASS B&D
O.D.
AWWA C207
TABLE 1,
CLASS D
No. of
Holes
Bolt Hole Size

Drilling Column
AWWA C207
TABLE 1,
CLASS B
ANSI B16.1 - 1975 CLASS 250

ANSI B16.24 - 1971 300 LB
ANSI B16.5 - 1973 CLASS 300
MSS SP-44 - 1975 CLASS 300
ANSI B16.5
CLASS 150
B
B
A
Mating Flange Thickness
ANSI B16.24
150 LB
MSSS SP-51
1/4
3/8
1/2
3/4
1
1 1/4
1 1/2
2
2 1/2
3
3 1/2
4
5
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
22
24
26
28
30
32
34
36
38
40
42
44
46
48
50
52
54
56
58
60
66
72
78
84
90
96
102
108
120
132
144
Common Size
A
A
A
C
ANSI B16.1
CLASS 125
Nominal Pipe Size

Expansion Joint
I.D.
125/150 Lb. Drilling

ANSI B16.1 - 1975 CLASS 125
ANSI B16.24 - 1971 150 LB
ANSI B16.5 - 1973 CLASS 150
AWWA C207-78 TABLE 1&2, CLASS B
AWWA C207-78 TABLE 1&2, CLASS D,
TABLE 3, CLASS E
MSS SP-44 - 1975 CLASS 150
MSS SP-51 - 1965 MSS 150 LB
----------------1 1/4
1 3/8
1 7/16
1 9/16
1 11/16
1 13/16
1 7/8
2 11/16
2 13/16
2 15/16
3 3/16
3 1/4
3 9/16
3 7/16
3 9/16
3 13/16
4
4 1/16
4 1/4
4 3/8
4 9/16
4 3/4
4 7/8
5 1/16
5 3/16
------------
THORBURN
THORBURN SPLIT RETAINING RING TECHNOLOGY

Providing Equal Pressure
Rubber to Metal Sealing Containment
Thorburns precision machined drilled
zinc dichromate plated joint flange split
retaining rings are simply the worlds
finest product offering.
Thorburn reinforced rubber flange split retaining rings

Series RR
Thorburn split and bevelled retaining rings must be used to equally distribute
the bolting pressure, ensuring a pressure tight seal. They are typically zinc
or galvanized steel for corrosion
resistance and drilled to required
specifications. Thorburns retaining
rings are installed directly against
the back of the flanges of the rubber
expansion joint and bolted through
the mating metal expansion flange
pipe. Rings are normally 3/8 thick
but can vary due to conditions.
Metal washers are used where the

rings are split. Thorburns retaining
rings are also available in stainless,
Inconel, Hasteloy, 6MO, Monel and
other materials upon request.
Thorburn machining specialist preparing

to drill the matching bolt holes on
Thorburns back-up retaining rings
Thorburn machining specialists drilling the

retaining rings to the desired tolerances
Finishing process for Thorburns retaining

rings bevelled smooth with no rough edges,
which could damage the expansion joint
HOW TO ORDER THORBURNS SPLIT RETAINING RING SETS SEPARATELY

E.J. Model-Size (in.)
Example
42HP-42
Ring set
Material code
RR
S4
Material Codes:
Standard = carbon steel
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S4 = 304S
S6 = 316SS
X = Other specify
THORBURN
THORBURNS STYLE CR CONTROL ROD ASSEMBLY

Thorburns style CR control rod assembly system consists of two or more control rods extending from the mating
flanges of the expansion joint, minimizing possible damage to the expansion joint caused by excessive movement of
the pipeline. Thorburns control rod assembly systems are set at the maximum allowable expansion of the joint and
absorb the static pressure thrust developed at the expansion joint. Over-compression of the expansion joints can be
controlled by installing rubber pipe sleeves over the control rods. The length of the pipe sleeve is such that the expansion
joint cannot be compressed beyond its maximum allowable compression capabilities.
Thorburns three nut control rod unit standard

Thorburn utilizes a second nut at one end of its control
rod while the other end of the rod has its nut permanently tack welded in place. This design 1) permits safe,
easy installation and disassembly (for scheduled
maintenance or repair) of the control rod unit; 2) allows
the control rod assembly unit to be adjusted after the
joint has had time to settle; 3) makes it impossible to
vibrate loose; 4) resists the axial extension loads of the
piping system.
Double Nut
Design
Control
Rod
Plate Retaining
Ring
Optional
Compression Sleeve
Tack
Welded Nut
With
optional
spherical
washer
Mating
Pipe
Flange
Enlarged view of Thorburns standard control rod assembly
Thorburns superior performing spherical

washer system
Thorburns spherical washer design eliminates the problems
associated with the traditional flat steel rubber washer
design. In particular, the inadequate compressive strength
of the flat steel rubber washer design 1) does not allow for
equal dispersement of axial or lateral forces; 2) it extrudes
out to failure shortly after being subjected to the design
system working pressures thus rendering itself useless.
Typical Thorburn spool type expansion joint with optional spherical

washer control rod assembly/installation of Thorburns control rod
assembly style CR
Nut
Spherical
washer
Control rod plate

Control rod
Thorburns superior spherical washer

enhances the performance of the control rod
system for three reasons:
Convex washer
Concave washer
Spherical washer
Nut
It allows the designed torsional, lateral and angular

movements to occur with a smooth non binding action.
Under axial load allows all the forces to travel through

the control rod system while maintaining a level altitude on the existing force plane.
During extreme lateral movement disperses the forces

equally on the control rod unit.
Control rod
Control rod plate
Convex washer
Concave washer
Illustrating Thorburns spherical washer system

dispensing equal axial and lateral load distribution
Page 26
THORBURN
DIMENSIONS AND RATINGS

Typical Thorburn control rod system with spherical washers
MAXIMUM SURGE
Nominal OR TEST PRESSURE
OF THE SYSTEM
Dimensions
Pipe
Standard
PSIG
Size
Plate
Plate Rod Control Unit Exp. Jt. Number of Control
O.D.
Thick- Dia- Assembly of:
I.D.
Rods Recommended
Installed ness meter
(in)
(in)
(in)
2
3
4
6
8
Rods Plates
(in)
CONTROL UNIT
6.5
6.7
8.1
8.6
8.8
10.6
11.9
12.3
12.2
12.7
12.8
14.9
17.9
20.4
23.8
25.9
28.2
30.1
32.4
35.3
37.8
40.3
42.5
44.8
47.8
50.5
53.3
56.0
57.6
60.2
62.6
64.5
66.7
68.9
71.2
73.5
75.9
78.2
81.0
84.0
88.2
94.7
101.4
108.4
115.4
122.9
137.3
180.0
3/8
3/8
3/8
3/8
3/8
3/8
3/8
3/8
3/8
3/8
3/8
1/2
1/2
3/4
3/4
3/4
3/4
3/4
3/4
1
1
1
1 1/4
1 1/4
1 1/4
1 1/2
1 1/2
1 1/2
1 1/2
1 1/2
1 1/2
1 1/2
1 1/2
1 1/2
1 1/2
1 1/2
1 1/2
1 1/2
1 3/4
1 3/4
1 7/8
1 7/8
2
2 1/4
2 1/2
2 1/2
2 3/4
3
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
5/8
5/8
5/8
5/8
5/8
5/8
5/8
3/4
7/8
1
1
1 1/8
1 1/8
1 1/8
1 1/4
1 1/4
1 1/4
1 3/8
1 1/2
1 1/2
1 5/8
1 3/4
1 3/4
1 1/2
1 5/8
1 5/8
1 5/8
1 3/4
1 3/4
1 3/4
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2 1/4
2 1/4
2 1/2
2 3/4
2 3/4
3
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
6
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
12
1/2
3/4
1
1 1/4
1 1/2
2
2 1/2
3
3 1/2
4
5
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
22
24
26
28
30
32
34
36
38
40
42
44
46
48
50
52
54
56
58
60
62
66
72
78
84
90
96
108
144
1328
1106
949
830
510
661
529
441
365
311
235
186
163
163
160
112
113
94
79
85
74
62
65
70
63
72
69
63
42
48
44
41
40
37
35
43
40
38
35
33
30
25
28
24
26
29
18
13
--------547
467
353
278
244
244
240
167
170
141
118
128
110
93
98
105
94
107
103
94
63
72
66
61
60
56
53
64
60
56
53
50
44
38
42
37
40
43
28
19
--------729
622
470
371
326
325
320
223
227
187
158
171
147
124
130
141
125
143
138
125
85
96
88
82
81
75
70
86
80
75
71
66
59
50
56
49
53
58
46
26
-------------488
481
335
340
281
236
256
221
186
195
211
188
215
207
188
127
144
133
122
121
112
105
128
120
113
106
100
89
75
84
73
79
86
68
39
----------------453
375
315
342
294
248
261
281
251
286
276
251
169
192
177
163
161
150
140
171
160
150
141
133
119
101
112
98
106
115
91
52
Page 27
NOTES:
1.
Recommended plate thickness and rod diameter based on a

yield strength of 36,000 PSI with a maximum allowable
stress of 23,400 PSI (65% of yield). Rod and plate load
based on thrust, calculated using typical Thorburn arch inside diameter dimensions.
2.
A Standard Control Unit Assembly is generally furnished

when ordered, if specifications and/or order does not call
out a specific number of control rods.
3.
The pressures listed do not relate to the actual design pressure of the expansion joint product, but are the maximum
pressure for a specific control rod number/dimension.
Thorburns typical control rod assembly with a 2

plates, 1 rod, 3 nuts, 2 metal and rubber washers
How to Order Thorburn

Control Rod Assemblies
Separately
[Size (in)] + [CR] + [Rod Number] + [Options
(SW= Spherical Washer; IW= Insulation Washer)] +
[Material]
Examples:
1)
6 CR2 (Two (2) rod assembly sets for 6 ID

joint)
2)
6 CR2-SW (Two (2) rod assembly sets

complete with a spherical washer system)
Material codes
Standard = carbon steel
S6 = 316SS
S4 = 304S
X = Other specify
THORBURN
GUIDING AND ANCHORING PRACTICES

WITH RUBBER EXPANSION JOINT SYSTEMS
It is absolutely necessary that rigid metal pipe on both ends of the rubber expansion joint be properly anchored to
eliminate the danger of excessive elongation. Anchors should be provided at:
WARNING:
A change in pipe size

A branching of pipe
A change of pipe direction

The end of a pipe run
Fig. 2 - Typical piping layout utilizing Thorburn rubber expansion joints when equipment and piping are properly
anchored
An expansion joint should never be used to

support the piping.
Solid
anchors
(see Fig. 1)
Fig. 1 - Typical piping layout utilizing Thorburn expansion joints

and the proper use of anchors in branch locations
Pipe guides
Thorburn rubber
expansion joints
without control
rod assembly
Flow
Pipe guides used

to prevent pipe
displacement
Thorburn rubber
expansion joints
without control rod
assembly
Pump
Solid
foundation
Elbow support anchored to pump base

so that no pumping forces are transmitted
to the flanges of the pump itself
Solid
anchors
designed to withstand
the thrust and any other forces
imposed on the system at these points
Solid base
foundation
Employing Thorburns control rod assembly system to

protect your piping system
Fig. 3 - Typical piping layout showing the use of control units

with the expansion joints when proper system anchoring
is limited
The use of Thorburns control rod assembly in Fig. 3 permits the

expansion of the pipeline in both the vertical and horizontal directions between the pump and the anchor at the 45 bend to the
design limitations of Thorburns expansion joint and no further.
Anchor
Pipe guides used

to prevent pipe
Flow displacement
Thorburn rubber
expansion joints
with control units
WARNING: When anchoring is not present in a piping run, it is

mandatory that a properly designed Thorburn control rod assembly be
employed with its expansion joints. Without the use of Thorburns control
rod assembly in Fig. 3, the pipeline between the pump and the anchor at
the 45 bend would be severely displaced because the piping systems
pressure thrust forces would cause Thorburns rubber expansion joints
to extend until they rupture.
Typical
pipe guides
Fig. 4 - Thrust formula and location of expansion joint arch I.D.
Pump
Pipe sleeve
Solid anchor (see Fig. 1)
T=
Solid
foundation
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4
THORBURN
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR THORBURNS

NON-METALLIC PIPE CONNECTORS AND EXPANSION JOINTS
PRE-INSTALLATION CHECKLIST
A) Check requirements of the system. Double-check the performance
limits of Thorburn's rubber expansion joints against the anticipated
operating conditions. Expansion joints should never be subjected to
operating conditions beyond the temperature, pressure and/or vacuum
recommendations of the manufacturer. If the total joint deflection
caused by the initial installation and the movements of pipelines
during system operation exceed Thorburn's specifications or its general
arrangement drawing (maximum allowable movement), then the pipeline
should be altered to reduce the initial installation deflections.
B) Check the opening. Re-measure to ensure the face-to-face is accurate.
Any variance from the specified opening will reduce the total allowable
movements by the amount of variance. Please note: Movement for
Thorburn's rubber expansion joints are non-concurrent and the
percentage of their sum cannot exceed 100%.
C) Align piping system. Thorburn's rubber expansion joints should
never be used to compensate for misalignment unless such
misalignment is a calculated basis of design. If the system cannot be
aligned to within 1/8", an offset expansion joint should be used.
D) Check anchors, supports and alignment guides. To limit and
control the pipe movements that Thorburn's expansion joints must
absorb, the line should be anchored and properly supported.
Paragraph 319.1 of ANSI B31.3 1980 states that: "Piping systems
shall have sufficient flexibility to prevent thermal expansion or contraction
of movements of piping supports and terminals from causing:
a.
Failure of piping or supports from overstress or fatigue;
b.
Leakage at joints; or,
c.
Detrimental stresses or distortion in piping or in connected

equipment (pumps, turbines or valves, for example) resulting
from excessive thrusts and movements in the piping."
Even if your particular piping system does not fall under the jurisdiction
of the B31 piping codes, their guidelines are the industry standard
for accepted good practice.
In any case, Thorburn's rubber expansion joints and flexible pipe
connectors are not designed to support the weight of the piping
system. If the system is not properly supported or anchored to B31
piping codes, control rods must be installed. See pages 25 to 27 for
additional information.
E)
Check mating flanges. The mating flanges to be attached with the

flanges of Thorburn's expansion joints or pipe connectors must be
clean. Mating metal flanges should not have more than a 1/16"
raised face. Used parts should be carefully examined for reasonable
smoothness, and any adhering particles of old gasketing or other
foreign material should be scraped off, taking care not to gouge or
mutilate the flange surface.
F)
Check expansion joint cover. Check the outside cover of the joint
for damage before placing in service. The cover is designed to keep
harmful materials from penetrating the carcass of the joint. If the
cover is damaged and carcass is visible, it should be repaired
before submitted into service.
G) Verify expansion joint location. It can be stated generally that the

proper location of Thorburn's rubber expansion joints is close to a
main anchoring point. Following the joint in the line, a pipe guide or
guides should be installed to keep the pipe in line and prevent
undue displacement of this line. This is the simplest application of
a joint, namely, to absorb the expansion and contraction of a pipeline
between fixed anchor points.
General precautions before installation

1.
Spare parts should be stored in a cool, dark, dry place in a flat position (Do not store on flange edges). Ideal storage is a warehouse with a relatively dry, cool
location. Store flange face down on a pallet or wooden platform. Do not store other heavy items on top of a Thorburn expansion joint. Ten year shelf-life can be
expected with ideal conditions. If storage must be outdoors, Thorburns joints should be placed on wooden platforms and should not be in contact with the ground.
Cover with a tarpaulin.
2.
Large joint handling. Do not lift with ropes or bars through the bolt holes. If lifting through the bore, use padding or a saddle to distribute the weight. Make sure
cables or forklift tines do not contact the rubber. Do not let Thorburn expansion joints sit vertically on the edges of the flanges for any period of time.
3.
System tests should not exceed 150% of the rated working pressure of the expansion joints. Systems should not be operated above the rated pressure or
temperature of the expansion joints.
4.
Insulating over expansion joints is not recommended. If insulation is required, it should be designed for easy removal so the periodic inspection procedure can
be maintained. This facilitates periodic inspection of the tightness of the joint bolting.
5.
Welding should not take place in the vicinity of the expansion joints. If welding occurs frequently above the expansion joint, a protective shield should be installed.
6.
If underground installation is necessary, a protective shield over the expansion joint should be provided. Back-filling directly onto the expansion joints is not
recommended.
7.
Submerged in water. Contact Thorburn for specific recommendations.
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THORBURN

EXPANSION JOINT INSTALLATION TIPS

1.
2.
Alignment. Pipelines containing standard expansion joints should be

lined up accurately before installing the joints. If the joints are to be
installed with appreciable initial misalignment, compression or elongation, the amount of these deflections should be deducted from the
specified allowable movements of the joint. If the total joint deflection
due to initial installation and the movement of the pipeline during system
operation exceeds the published maximum allowable movement of the
expansion joint, then the pipeline should be altered to reduce the initial
installation deflections. Alternately the pipe may be anchored in some
approved manner to limit the pipe movements to what the expansion
joint can absorb.
Flange face lubricant. Apply in thin film of graphite dispersed in glycerin or water to the face of the rubber flanges before installing the
expansion joint. This is a type of lubricant that may be used on rubber
flanges. Its purpose is to simplify installation and to permit easy removal
at some future date (not required for TFE or FEP lined joints).
3.
Mating flanges. Install the expansion joint against the mating pipe
flanges and install bolts so that the bolt head and washer are against the
retaining rings. If washers are not used, flange leakage can result
particularly at the split in the retaining rings. Flange-to-flange dimensions of the expansion joint must match the breech type.
4.
Bolting. Insert bolt from the arch side of the flange. Tighten bolts by
alternating around the flange and tighten all bolts equally. The bolts are
not considered tight until the edge of the expansion joint flange bulges
slightly. Check bolt tightness at least one week after going onstream and
periodically thereafter. As any rubber-like material takes a set after a

period of compression, the bolts may loosen and result in a break in the
seal. It is particularly important to check bolts in a hot and cold water
system before changing over from one medium to the other.
5.
Tightening bolts. Tighten bolts in stages by alternating around the

flange. If the joint has integral fabric and rubber flanges, the bolts should
be tight enough to make the rubber flange O.D. bulge between the
retaining rings and the mating flange. Torque bolts sufficiently to assure
leak-free operation at hydrostatic test pressure. If the joint has metal
flanges, tighten bolts only enough to achieve a seal and never tighten
to the point that there is metal-to-metal contact between the joint flange
and the mating flange.
6.
Inspect cover for any accidental cuts or gouges. The protective

cover should be repaired with rubber cement prior to system start-up.
7.
Outdoor installation. If the expansion joint will be installed outdoors,

make sure the cover material will withstand ozone, sunlight, etc. Materials such as neoprene and chlorobutyl are recommended. Materials
painted with weather resistant paint will give additional ozone and sunlight protection.
8.
Re-tighten bolts after seven days of operation and periodically thereafter. Rubber parts will take a set after a period of compression. Loosening of the bolts and breakage of the seal may occur if this procedure
is not followed.
Special precautions
1.
Flangeless valves. Never install spool-type rubber expansion joints next to flangeless butterfly valves or flangeless check valves. Serious damage to the
rubber joint can occur unless it is installed against full-face metal flanges.
2.
Undue stress. Do not install an expansion joint in a system in an attempt to "pull" misaligned piping into position.
3.
Retaining rings. Never install spool-type expansion joints without using the back-up retaining rings behind both flanges.
4.
Control units. Install control units with a Thorburn rubber expansion joint if piping is not adequately anchored or if there is any question that movements
may exceed the rated value of the joint.
5.
A spare. At the time of installation, consider ordering a spare joint. Although Thorburn expansion joints are engineered to give long, dependable service,
the cost of equipment downtime in the event a joint wears out can far outweigh the cost of a spare.
Warning
The purpose of this publication is to provide a handy reference source of pertinent information for the thousands of engineers whose daily concern is
designing piping systems and overseeing installations. No portion of this publication attempts to establish dictates in modern piping design.
Thorburn makes no warranty concerning the information or any statement set forth in this publication, and both expressly disclaim any liability for
incidental and consequential damages rising out of damage to equipment, injury to persons or products, or any harmful consequences resulting from
the use of the information or reliance on any statement set forth in this publication.
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THORBURN

CONTROL ROD INSTALLATION

1.
Pre-installation checklist
to achieve a jamming effect to prevent loosening. Consult Thorburn if there

is any question as to the rated compression and elongation. These two
dimensions are critical in setting the nuts and sizing the compression pipe
sleeves.
1.1 Compare the requirements of the system to ensure the proper number of control
rods have been specified (Minimum of two required).
1.2 Check units to be sure all parts are included. The unit consists of two control
rod plates, one bolt with two nuts and two metal spherical washers or flat
washers.
2.5 If there is a requirement for compression pipe sleeves, contact Thorburn to

determine length to allow Thorburn joint to be compressed to its normal limit.
2.
2.6 For Thorburn reducer joint installation, it is recommended that all control rod
installations be parallel to the piping.
Control rod installation tips
2.1 Assemble Thorburn expansion joint between pipe flanges to the manufactured
face to face length of the expansion joint. Include the retaining rings furnished
with the expansion joint.
2.2 Assemble control rod plates behind mating pipe flanges. Flange bolts through
the control rod plate must be longer to accommodate the plate. Control rod
plates should be equally spaced around the flange. Depending upon the size
and pressure rating of the system, 2, 3 or more control rods may be required.
2.3 Insert control rods through top plate holes. Steel washers are to be positioned
at the outer plate surface. An optional rubber washer is positioned between the
steel washer and the outer plate surface. For spherical washer installation please
see pages 25 to 27.
2.4 If a single nut per unit is furnished, position this nut so that there is a gap
between the nut and the steel washer. This gap is equal to the joints maximum
extension (commencing with the nominal face to face length). To lock this nut in
position, either stake the thread in two places or tack weld the nut to the rod.
If two jam nuts are furnished for each unit, tighten the two nuts together, so as
2.7 The expansion joint should always be installed in an accessible location to

allow for future inspection or replacement.
3
Installation
3.1 Bolt the control rod plates to the opposite side of the metal flange at the
same time the bolt is being installed through the rubber flange. The plates
are to be equally spaced around the circumference of the flange.
3.2 Install the bolt through the third hole in each control rod plate after placing a
metal flat washer or spherical washer set next to the bolt head.
3.3 Install the locking nuts after placing the flat or spherical washer half on the
control thread, the first nut on the rod then the second.
3.4 Positioning control rod unit. The control rod assembly is set at the maximum
allowable expansion and/or contraction of the joint.
3.5 Repeat steps 3.1 to 3.4 for each control rod unit.
Inspection procedure for expansion joints in service

The following suggestions are intended to assist the designer in determining if
Thorburns expansion joint should be replaced or repaired after extended service.
A.
Replacement criteria
If an expansion joint is in a critical service condition and is five or more years old,
consideration should be given to maintaining a spare or replacing the unit at a
scheduled outage. If the service is not of a critical nature, observe the expansion
joint on a regular basis and plan to replace after 10 years service. Applications
vary and life can be as long as 30 years in some cases.
B.
B-3 Metal reinforcement. If the metal reinforcement of a Thorburn expansion joint

is visible through the cover, the expansion joint should be replaced as soon as
possible.
Procedures
B-1 Craking. Craking, checking or crazing may not be serious if only the outer cover
is involved and the fabric is not exposed. If necessary, repair on site with rubber
cement where cracks are minor. Cracking where the fabric is exposed and torn
indicates the expansion joint should be replaced. Such cracking is usually the
result of excessive extension, angular or lateral movements. Such cracking is
identified by: 1) a flattening of the arch; 2) cracks at the base of the arch and/or
3) cracks at the base of the flange. To avoid future problems, replacement
expansion joints should be ordered with Thorburn control rod units.
B-2 Blisters/Deformation/Ply separation. Some blisters or deformations, when on
the external portions of Thorburns expansion joints may not affect the proper
performance of the expansion joints. These blisters or deformations are cosmetic
in nature and do not require repair. If major blisters, deformations and/or ply
separations exist in the tube, the expansion joint should be replaced as soon as
possible. Ply separation at the flange O.D. can sometimes be observed and is
not a cause for replacement of the expansion joint.
B-4 Dimensions. Any inspections should verify that the installation is correct; that
there is no excessive misalignment between the flanges and that the installed
face-to-face dimension is correct. Check for over-elongation, over-compression,
lateral or angular misalignment. If incorrect installation has caused the expansion
joint to fail, adjust the piping and order a new expansion joint to fit the existing
installation.
B-5 Rubber deterioration. If the joint feels soft or gummy, plan to replace the
expansion joint as soon as possible.
B-6 Leakage. If leakage or weeping is occuring from any surface of Thorburns
expansion joint, except where flanges meet, replace the joint immediately. If
leakage occurs between the mating flange and the expansion joint flange, tighten
all bolts. If this is not successful, turn off the system pressure, loosen all flange
bolts and then re-tighten bolts in stages by alternating around the flange. Make
sure there are washers under the bolt heads, particularly at the split in the
retaining rings. Remove the expansion joint and inspect both rubber flanges
and pipe mating flange faces for damage and surface condition. Repair or replace
as required. Also, make sure the expansion joint is not over-elongated as this
can tend to pull the joint flange away from the mating flange resulting in leakage.
If leakage persists, consult the manufacturer for additional recommendations.
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THORBURN
COMPANY
THORBURNS PIPE CONNECTORS AND EXPANSION JOINTS

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION SHEET
DATE
SHEET NO
COMPANY NAME
PROJECT NAME
MAILING ADDRESS
INQUIRY/JOB NUMBER
CITY/PROVINCE(STATE)/COUNTRY/POSTAL CODE(ZIP)
ITEM NO. TAG NO.
ITEM NO. TAG NO.
ITEM NO. TAG NO.
QUANTITY REQUIRED
QUANTITY REQUIRED
QUANTITY REQUIRED
SIZE
NAME OF PERSON SUBMITTING DATA
PHONE NO
PIPE SIZE OF APPLICATION:

Nominal pipe size or the inside diameter of the connecting pipe flange.
INCHES
INCHES
INCHES
INSTALLED LENGTH:
What is the space between connecting pipe flanges. Indicate limitations, if any.
INCHES
INCHES
INCHES
FLOWING MEDIUM
FLOWING MEDIUM:
Indicate chemical. If flowing medium is corrosive, abrasive or viscous, explain in detail.
TYPE OF MEDIUM:
Indicate if liquid, gas, slurry, solids, etc.
TEMPERATURE OF FLOWING MEDIUM:
Indicate both operating and maximum temperatures at the expansion joint.
OPERATE
MAXIMUM
TEMPERATURE OF SURROUNDING ATMOSPHERE:

Indicate both minimum and maximum temperatures of atmosphere at the expansion joint.
MINIMUM
F
F
MAXIMUM
MAXIMUM
F
MINIMUM
OPERATE
F
MAXIMUM
MAXIMUM
F
MINIMUM
F
MAXIMUM
TIME DURATION AT MAXIMUM TEMPERATURE:

Indicate length of time.
VELOCITY OF FLOWING MEDIUM:
In feet per minute.
PRESSURES
OPERATE
FT./MIN.
OPERATING PRESSURE AT THE JOINT:

Actual pressure in which system works in normal conditions.
POSITIVE
DESIGN PRESSURE OF THE SYSTEM:

Highest/most severe pressure expected during operation.
POSITIVE
SURGE PRESSURE OF THE SYSTEM:

Increased pressure due to pump starts, valve closings, etc.
POSITIVE
TEST PRESSURE OF THE SYSTEM:

Hydrostatic test used to demonstrate system capability.
POSITIVE
PSIG
PSIG
PSIG
PSIG
NEGATIVE
Hg
NEGATIVE
Hg
NEGATIVE
Hg
NEGATIVE
Hg
FT./MIN.
POSITIVE
NEGATIVE
PSIG
POSITIVE
Hg
NEGATIVE
PSIG
POSITIVE
Hg
NEGATIVE
PSIG
POSITIVE
Hg
NEGATIVE
PSIG
Hg
FT./MIN.
POSITIVE
NEGATIVE
PSIG
POSITIVE
Hg
NEGATIVE
PSIG
POSITIVE
Hg
NEGATIVE
PSIG
POSITIVE
Hg
NEGATIVE
PSIG
Hg
MOVEMENTS
TYPE OF PRESSURE:
Constant, intermittent, shock, pulsating, etc.
AXIAL COMPRESSION AT JOINT:
In inches as a result of pipe extension - expansion (for milimeters, specify mm).
INCHES
INCHES
INCHES
ACTUAL ELONGATION AT JOINT:

In inches as a result of pipe contraction (for milimeters, specify mm).
INCHES
INCHES
INCHES
LATERAL DEFLECTION AT JOINT:

In inches (for milimeters, specify mm).
INCHES
INCHES
INCHES
ANGULAR MOVEMENT AT JOINT:

In degrees (for milimeters, specify mm).
DEGREES
DEGREES
DEGREES
MISCELLANEOUS
TORSIONAL MOVEMENT AT JOINT:

In degrees (for milimeters, specify mm).
DEGREES
PIPE FLANGE DRILLING:

Indicate specific standards such as 150# ANSI B16.5. If special, provide: Flange O.D.,
bolt, circle, number and size of holes.
SPECIFICATION
MATING PIPE FLANGE THICKNESS:

In inches.
DEGREES
SPECIFICATION
INCHES
DEGREES
SPECIFICATION
INCHES
INCHES
LOCATION OF JOINT INSTALLATION:

Indoors or outdoors, vertical or horizontal.
RETAINING RINGS:
Are required on all installations. Reusable, they need not be ordered with replacement or
spare expansion joints.
YES OR NO
YES OR NO
YES OR NO
CONTROL UNIT ASSEMBLIES:

Are recommended for use in all expansion joint applications. Control units must be used
when piping support or anchoring is insufficient.
YES OR NO
YES OR NO
YES OR NO
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THORBURN
HOW TO ORDER THORBURN CUSTOM RUBBER PIPE EXPANSION

JOINTS WITH RETAINING RINGS AND CONTROL ROD UNITS
Split metal
retaining
ring
Cover
Carcass
metal
reinforcing
Control
rod
Carcass fabric
reinforcing
Tube
Expansion
joint flange
Mating
flange
42HP
Model Type
6 X 12
Size
IDXLength F
ID1, ID2*-FF
* if applicable
T
Arches #
Arch Type
N = No arch
F = Filled
S = Single
O = Open
D = Double
T = Triple
Q = Quadruple
For arches
greater than 4,
specify as
follows:
5A, 6A, 7A...
HAND BUILT EXPANSION JOINT STYLES
PAGES
Round Spool Type Arch Flanged

35LP = Low pressure ...................................................... 13 to 17
50SP = Standard Pressure ............................................. 13 to 17
42HP = High pressure .................................................... 13 to 17
42HPX = Extra high pressure ......................................... 13 to 17
42HPX-HD = Extra high pressure deep sea water
service where exterior pressure differential is present ............ 67
Spool Type Arch Flanged Reducer
42HP-CR = High pressure concentric reducer ................... 18,19
42HP-ER = High pressure eccentric reducer ..................... 18,19
42HP-CRX = Extra high pressure concentric reducer ....... 18,19
42HP-ERX = Extra high pressure eccentric reducer .......... 18,19
Material
Tube
Cover
A = Natural rubber
B = Pure gum
C = Neoprene
D = Nitrile
E = Butyl
F = Hypalon
G = Cross/Link
Polyethylene
H = EPDM
I = Viton
J = Teflon PTFE
K = Teflon PFA
L = Silicone
X = Special
S6
CR
Ret. Ring/
Material
S6
Control Rod & #

Material
R = Rings
Blank = None
Accessories
Blank = None
CR = Yes
Accessories
Standard material is plated steel.
For other material insert following
suffix after code.
304SS = S4
316SS = S6
6MO = 6MO
Monel = M
Others = O and specify
Blank: - No accessory
SW =
PS -
Spherical washers
Control rod assembly
with compression
movement restricting
pipe sleeves
X=
Other, specify
EXAMPLE: Verbally interpreted Thorburn Model 42HP 6 ID by 12

Length, triple arch, open design, Hypalon tube, Neoprene cover, with
316SS retaining rings and 2 rod control units in 316SS.
Low Pressure Sleeve Type

30DB = Cuff sleeve by cuff sleeve .......................................... 20
25DB = Flanged by sleeve ...................................................... 20
NOTES
Rectangular/Round Moulded Flanged Ducting Expansion Joints

15RA = Round low pressure arch type < 25 psi ...................... 21
15R = Round low pressure no arch < 25 psi ........................... 21
15RRLP = Low pressure less 3 psi rectangular ................... 22
15RLP = Low pressure 3 psi round ...................................... 22
Specials
42HPO = Offset ....................................................................... 21
42HPEF = Enlarged flange type .............................................. 21
TCT = Bootflex convoluted tubing/protective covers ............... 23
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1)
For millimeter sizing, round off to nearest inch

size for part # and specify milimeter sizing
2)
For anything not listed, put X at the end of

the part number and specify
3)
If flange drilling different than ANSI B16.1

Class 125, specify
4)
If mating flange different than ANSI B16.5 or

AWWA L207 Table 3 Class E, specify
THORBURN
TM20 EXTRA WIDE ARCH

ND
A
NEW OVED
R
IMP
Twice the movement in a compact design

Thorburns model TM20 has twice the movement capabilities with all the advantages and none of the disadvantages
found in the spherical and spool type designs, Thorburn is
proud to introduce its new and improved model TM20 extra
wide arch double movement expansion joints, combining
the best features found in the spherical and the traditional
spool arch designs, making an expansion joint system that
will outperform them both.
Thorburns TM20 advantages
Greater movements: The TM20 utilizes the spherical long

flowing arch for twice the movements, when compared to the
narrow high arch of the spool-type design. Self flushing, TM20 is
great for slurries and reduces turbulence; eliminating the need for
a filled arch.
Easier sealing: The TM20 design utilizes the full-faced rubber/

fabric flange of the spool-type joint for a quick and sure seal at the
flange when compared to the small lip seal of the spherical design.
Extra wide arch

Steel
TM20
Traditional
Narrow Spool
Steel
Arch
Retaining
Ring
Retaining
Ring
Less cost: Thorburns TM20 has a moulded composite design and

as such has a lower cost than our traditional mighty spool handbuilt joints.
Typical Thorburn TM20 market applications

Pulp and paper white water piping systems
Waste water and sewage treatment plants
Shipboard marine piping
Air conditioning and ventilating systems
Thorburn TM20 elastomeric ordering codes

Type of Elastomer(1)
How to Order Thorburn TM20 Joints

Model #
Number
TM20
Size (in.)
ID x
Length
Material
Tube
16x8
Codes
Cover
Rings
R= Rings
Blank = None
Control
Rod
Number
CR2
Rubber
codes
Tube
Cover
Maximum
operating
Temp. (F.)
EE
HH
FC
CC
DC
Butyl
EPDM
Hypalon
Neoprene
Nitrile
Butyl
EPDM
Neoprene
Neoprene
Neoprene
250
250
212
225
225
(1): Other elastomers available in hand-built design. Call Thorburn with

your specific requirement at 1-800-363-6613 or fax at 514-695-8716.
Note: To order special materials, lengths, multitube, filled arches, see

Mighty-Spool ordering system on page 33 for details.
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THORBURN
EXTRA WIDE ARCH MODEL TM20 SPECIFICATIONS

Rubber
Washer
Nominal
Pipe Size
Joint I.D.
Steel
Washer
Bolt Circle
Control
Rod
Plate Retaining
Ring
Standard
Pipe
Flange
Optional
Compression Sleeve
Expansion joint size

I.D. x Length
(in.)
(7)
Non-Concurrent Movement Capability: From
Neutral Position
Degrees of
Torsional movt
Thrust
Factor
Positive
Pressure PSIG
Negative Vacuum
In. of hg
Expansion
Joint
Retaining Ring
Set (2 rings)
O.D. of Exp.
Joint/Ret. rings
Bolt Circle
Number of
Holes
Size of Holes
1 x 6
1.25 x 6
1.50 x 6
2 x 6
2.5 x 6
3 x 6
5.05
5.05
5.05
4.94
4.94
4.94
6.36
6.36
6.36
6.47
6.47
6.47
.95
.95
.95
1.06
1.06
1.06
.36
.36
.36
.47
.47
.47
.44
.44
.44
.59
.59
.59
35.8o
29.9o
25.7o
25.2o
20.6o
17.4o
3o
3o
3o
3o
3o
3o
3.74
4.64
5.65
10.04
13.04
16.43
220
220
220
200
200
200
26
26
26
26
26
26
1.6
1.6
1.8
2.8
3.1
4.3
1.8
2.3
2.3
3.1
4.5
4.9
4.25
4.625
5.0
6.0
7.0
7.5
3.125
3.5
3.875
4.75
5.5
6.0
4
4
4
4
4
4
.625
.625
.625
.75
.75
.75
3.5 x 6
4 x 6
5 x 6
6 x 6
8 x 6
8 x 8
4.94
4.94
4.94
4.94
4.94
6.94
6.47
6.47
6.53
6.59
6.59
8.59
1.06
1.06
1.06
1.06
1.06
1.06
.47
.47
.53
.59
.59
.59
.59
.59
.66
.74
.74
.74
15.1o
13.2o
12.0o
11.1o
8.4o
8.4o
3o
3o
3o
3o
3o
3o
20.23
24.41
36.01
49.87
78.05
78.05
200
200
200
200
180
180
26
26
26
26
26
26
5.3
6.3
6.5
8.0
10.8
14.4
6.3
6.4
7.3
7.9
12.1
12.1
8.5
9.0
10.0
11.0
13.5
13.5
7.0
7.5
8.5
9.5
11.75
11.75
8
8
8
8
8
8
.75
.75
.875
.875
.875
.875
10
12
14
16
18
20
x
x
x
x
x
x
8
8
8
8
8
8
6.35
6.35
6.35
6.35
6.35
6.35
8.71
8.77
8.77
8.83
8.83
8.83
1.65
1.65
1.65
1.65
1.65
1.65
.71
.77
.77
.83
.83
.83
.89
.96
.96
1.03
1.03
1.03
8.1o
7.3o
6.3o
5.9o
5.3o
4.8o
3o
3o
2o
2o
1o
1o
120.03
166.48
215.36
276.29
338.36
407.70
150
150
130
110
110
110
26
26
26
26
26
26
18.5
25.0
26.8
34.3
37.4
45.6
14.8
21.8
23.8
27.9
29.5
32.8
16.0
19.0
21.0
23.5
25.0
27.5
14.25
17.0
18.75
21.25
22.75
25.0
12
12
12
16
16
20
1.0
1.0
1.125
1.125
1.25
1.25
22
24
26
28
30
36
x
x
x
x
x
x
10
10
10
10
10
10
8.35
8.03
8.03
8.03
8.03
8.03
- 10.83
- 10.83
- 11.00
- 11.00
- 11.00
- 11.00
1.65
1.97
1.97
1.97
1.97
1.97
.83
.83
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.03
1.03
1.13
1.13
1.13
1.13
4.3o
3.9o
4.4o
4.1o
3.8o
3.2o
1o
1o
1o
1o
1o
1o
481.33
562.25
649.45
742.93
904.56
1252.68
100
100
90
90
90
80
26
26
26
26
26
26
57.5
61.8
68.8
75.8
83.0
125.0
34.0
42.4
44.5
55.0
57.3
79.3
29.5
32.0
34.25
36.5
38.75
46.0
27.25
29.5
31.75
34.0
36.0
42.75
20
20
24
28
28
32
1.375
1.375
1.375
1.375
1.375
1.625
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(8)
Minimum Length
Compressed
Angular
Deflection
(5)
Flange Dimensions and Drilling
Inches of Lateral
Deflection
Weights
in Pounds
Inches of Axial
Extension
Standard (6)
Operating
Pressure
Inches of Axial
Compression
(2)
TM20 expansion joint assembly with

control rod unit
Maximum Length
Extended
(8)
Maximum
total travel of
installed joint
Thorburn TM20
Retaining ring
Extra wide arch Thorburn

Model TM20
Expansion joint flange

dimensions
(1)
(4)
(3)
The amount of angular movement is based on the maximum allowable extension movement from neutral. Angular movement can be increased if it is in
conjunction with compression movement.
Torsional movement is expressed when the expansion joint is at neutral length.
To determine end thrust: multiply thrust factor by operating pressure of system. This total is end thrust in PSIG.
Pressure rating is based on 180oF operating temperature. At higher temperatures, the pressure rating is slightly reduced. Minimum burst pressure is 4:1.
Dimensions shown are in accordance with 125/150# standards of: ANSI B-16.1, B-16.24, B-16.5; AWWA C-207 Table 1 and 2 Class D. Other dimensions
and drilling available upon request.
Higher positive and negative pressure ratings available upon request. (7) Special hand-built multi-extrawide arch for greater movement available upon
request.
Larger sizes, off sizes available upon request.
Page 35
THORBURN
PRECISION MOULDED EASY-FLEX SPHERICAL ARCH

EXPANSION JOINT SERIES 101 (single sphere flanged),
102 (twin sphere female union coupling)
AND 201 (twin sphere flanged)
Thorburn is proud to introduce its precision engineered
moulded spherical arch expansion joint system. Utilizing
technology from the tire moulding industry, Thorburns
spherical arch expansion joints are manufactured with
multiple plies of tire cord fabric encapsulated with
synthetic rubber and moulded in a hydraulic rubber
press under minimum moulding pressures of 1000 psi.
The moulds are held between heated platens so
vulcanization takes place right on the press.
The materials that are used become fused into an
inseparable homogenous mould. The result allows for
Thorburns spherical expansion joints to be constructed
with a lighter wall, achieving higher pressure ratings, a
lower deflection force, providing greater flexibility and
movement absorption.
This advanced technology has revolutionized the expansion joint industry and positioned Thorburn as a
premium world supplier.
APPLICATIONS
Cold and hot water supply
Liquid waste treatment plant
Sea water
Drainage system
Pump pressure lines
Oil and chemical lines
Compressed air and vacuum line
Typical Thorburn single sphere style 101 expansion joint installation
Easy-Flex Provides Strength and Flexibility

Thorburns Easy-Flex superior design is inherently
stronger than traditional spool type arch design.
Pressure is exerted evenly in all directions and so
distributes these forces evenly over a large area.
The streamed line long flowing arch reduces
turbulence and allows smooth quiet flow.
Thorburns Easy-Flex spherical long flowing
arch design cannot build up. Therefore there is no
need to fill the arch and thus restrict its movements.
Typical Thorburn twin sphere style 201 expansion joint installation
Page 36
THORBURN
EASY-FLEX SPHERICAL LONG FLOW ARCH SUPERIOR

EXPANSION JOINT SYSTEM
EASY-FLEX MOULDED
SPHERICAL DESIGN
WITH LONG FLOW ARCH
TRADITIONAL HAND-BUILT SPOOL ARCH

DESIGN WITH NARROW HIGH ARCH
Optional
Compression Sleeve
Bolt Circle
Standard
Pipe
Flange
Rubber
Washer
Control Rod
Bolt Circle
Control Rod Plate Max. OD
Retaining Flanges
Steel
Washer
Nominal
Pipe Size
Joint I.D.
Control
Rod
Plate Retaining
Ring
Steel Washer
Control Rod Plate
Standard
Pipe
Flange
Optional
Compression Sleeve
Control Rod Unit applications

Advantages to consider when
specifying Thorburns Easy-Flex
spherical expansion joint system
Less system strain
Thorburns Easy-Flex spherical expansion joint
requires less force to deflect, reducing piping
flange equipment stress-strain-damage.
Thorburn control rod unit assemblies are factory preset at the maximum allowable expansion and/or contraction of the connector. They are designed to absorb
static pressure thrust developed at the expansion joint. When used in this manner,
control unit assemblies are an additional safety factor, minimizing possible
failure of the expansion joint or damage to the equipment.
1.
Anchored systems: Thorburn control unit assemblies are not required in

piping systems that are anchored on both sides of the expansion joint,
provided piping movements are within the rated movements and pressure is
less than shown below.
2.
Unanchored systems: Thorburn control unit assemblies are always recommended in unanchored systems. Additionally, control unit assemblies must
be used when the maximum pressure exceeds the limit shown or the
movement exceeds the rated movement.
3.
Spring mounted equipment: Thorburn control unit assemblies are always

recommended for spring mounted equipment.
Absorbs vibration noise shock

Thorburns Easy-Flex spherical expansion joint
system is an ideal replacement for sound transmitting metallic expansion joints. Sound loses
energy travelling axially through the rubber
bellows; water hammer, pumping impulses and
water-born noises are absorbed by the moulded
lightweight thin wall structure.
Simplify installation with floating flanges
Thorburns Easy-Flex are designed with floating
flanges permitting easy mating flange bolt hole
alignment. Thorburns easy-flex flanges are
furnished complete with carbon steel plate
flanges, plated to prevent corrosion and drilled
to ANSI 150# standards. Other drilling standards
such as ANSI 250/300#, British standard 10,
DIN and JIS are readily available.
WARNING: Control units must be installed when pressures (test design surge
operating) exceed rating below or piping system is unanchored.
Pipe Size
Single Sphere Style 101
Twin Sphere Style 201
1 thru 4
180
135
5 thru 10
135
135
12 thru 14
90
90
16 thru 24
45
45
26 thru 30
35
35
Page 37
THORBURN
EASY-FLEX STYLE 101

MOULDED SINGLE SPHERE EXPANSION JOINT SYSTEM
4
1B
Thorburn
Code XX
Tube
Cover
Maximum
Operating Temp F
EE
Butyl
Butyl
225
1A
A
HH
EPDM
EPDM
250
FC
Hypalon
Neoprene
212
CC
Neoprene
Neoprene
225
DC
Nitrile
Neoprene
212
Construction
Item #
2x6
Rubber
Reinforcement
Nylon tire cord
Wire
Hard spring steel wire
Flange
Mild steel galvanized, various

drilling and materials available
Control rod
number
CR2
THORBURN MODEL 101, 2 I.D. X 6 LONG, NITRILE

TUBE, NEOPRENE COVER, TWO CONTROL ROD UNITS.
Positive PSI
Negative in. of Hg
0.38
0.38
0.38
0.38
0.38
0.38
0.38
0.50
0.50
0.50
0.50
0.625
0.625
0.625
0.625
0.625
0.625
0.625
0.625
0.625
0.625
0.625
Pressure
82C/180F
Angular Deflection
(degrees )
Axial Extension (in.)
0.50
0.50
0.50
0.50
0.50
0.50
0.50
0.75
0.75
0.75
0.75
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
Lateral Deflection
(in.)
Axial Compression (in.)
Movement
Non-Concurrent
F Neutral Length
A Nominal Pipe ID
Size in
Material codes
ID x Length Tube Cover
101
Size
Thorburn
Part
Number
Rubber
Cover
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
10
10
10
225
225
225
225
225
225
225
225
225
225
225
225
225
150
125
125
125
115
110
110
110
110
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
WARNING: Control units must be installed when

pressures (test design surge operating) exceed rating
below or piping system is unanchored.
Weights
Pipe Size
Control Unit & Rod
Set Approx. lbs
Call Thorburn Now!
Tube
1B
HOW TO ORDER
Model #
Materials
1A
Joint & Flanges

Approx. lbs.
Higher Pressure and

Full Vacuum Joints
Available Upon
Request
Part
3.8
5
6.1
8.9
12.3
14
17.6
18.3
22.8
26.8
40.6
56.6
83
115
165
168
170
210
255
305
360
405
3.3
3.3
4.6
6.6
7.6
8.3
7.4
7.4
8.3
10.4
13.4
21.3
27
28
26.8
31.4
32.4
34.5
45.5
46.5
51.5
57
1 thru 4
5 thru 10
12 thru 14
16 thru 24
26 thru 30
Single Sphere Style 101

180
135
90
45
35
FOR CONTROL ROD UNITS, SEE PAGES 26 TO 28

101-1-6-XX
101-1.25-6-XX
101-1.5-6-XX
101-2-6-XX
101-2.5-6-XX
101-3-6-XX
101-3.5-6-XX
101-4-6-XX
101-5-6-XX
101-6-6-XX
101-8-6-XX
101-10-8-XX
101-12-8-XX
101-14-8-XX
101-16-8-XX
101-18-8-XX
101-20-8-XX
101-22-10-XX
101-24-10-XX
101-26-10-XX
101-28-10-XX
101-30-10-XX
1.00
1.25
1.50
2.00
2.50
3.00
3.50
4.00
5.00
6.00
8.00
10.00
12.00
14.00
16.00
18.00
20.00
22.00
24.00
26.00
28.00
30.00
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
8
8
8
8
8
8
10
10
10
10
10
0.50
0.50
0.50
0.50
0.50
0.50
0.50
0.50
0.50
0.50
0.50
0.75
0.75
0.75
0.75
0.75
0.75
0.75
0.75
0.75
0.75
0.75
XX: Specify rubber code
Page 38
Note 1: Pressure rating is based on 180F operating temperature. At higher temperatures the pressure rating is reduced.
Contact Thorburn for details.
Note 2: Pressures shown are recommended operating. Test
pressure is 1.5 times operating. Burst pressure is approximate
4 times operating.
Note 3: Vacuum rating is based on neutral installed length,
without external load. Products should not be installed extended on vacuum applications.
Note 4: All expansion joints are furnished complete with
floating flanges. Drilling meets 125/150 lb. standards of ANSI
B16.1, B16.24, B16.5; AWWA C207 Class D & F; MSS-SP44
& 51. For other drilling see page 35. Control units are available
on special order. Add suffix CR2 or CR3, depending on the
number of rods required.
Note 5: All dimensions are in inches. All weights are in pounds.
Note 6: XX = Elastomer tube/cover type, please specify.
Note 7: To specify style 101 for full vacuum 26 Hg specify
prefix HD.
THORBURN
EASY-FLEX STYLE 201

MOULDED TWIN SPHERE EXPANSION JOINT SYSTEM
Construction
Item #
Part
Materials
1A
Tube
Rubber
1B
Cover
Rubber
Reinforcement
Nylon tire cord
Wire
Flange
Mild steel galvanized, various drilling

and materials available
Arch ring
Ductile iron or carbon steel
Thorburn
Code XX
Available size up to 30!

HOW TO ORDER
Model #
Size in
ID x Length
201
4x9
Material codes
Tube Cover
D
Control rod
number
1.25
1.25
1.25
1.25
1.25
1.25
1.25
1.38
1.38
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.50
1.50
1.50
1.50
1.50
1.50
1.38
1.38
1.38
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
40
40
40
30
30
30
30
30
30
20
20
20
20
20
20
20
225
225
225
225
225
225
225
225
225
150
125
125
125
110
110
110
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
Control Unit & Rod

Set Approx. lbs
Angular Deflection
(degrees )
2.00
2.00
2.00
2.00
2.00
2.00
2.25
2.50
2.50
1.75
1.75
1.75
1.75
1.75
1.75
1.75
Weights
Joint & Flanges

Approx. lbs.
Lateral Deflection
(in.)
7
7
7
9
9
9
13
13
13
13.75
13.75
13.75
13.75
13.75
12
12
Negative in. of Hg
1.5
2.0
3.0
4.0
5.0
6.0
8.0
10.0
12.0
14.0
16.0
18.0
20.0
24.0
28.0
30.0
Positive PSI
Axial Compression (in.)
Pressure
82C/180F
F Neutral Length
Movement
Non-Concurrent
A Nominal Pipe ID
201-1.5-7-XX
201-2-7-XX
201-3-7-XX
201-4-9-XX
201-5-9-XX
201-6-9-XX
201-8-13-XX
201-10-13-XX
201-12-13-XX
201-14-13.75-XX
201-16-13.75-XX
201-18-13.75-XX
201-20-13.75-XX
201-24-13.75-XX
201-28-12-XX
201-30-12-XX
Maximum
Operating Temp F
EE
Butyl
Butyl
225
HH
EPDM
EPDM
250
212
FC
Hypalon
Neoprene
CC
Neoprene
Neoprene
225
DC
Nitrile
Neoprene
212
WARNING:Control units must be installed

when pressures (test design surge
operating) exceed rating below or piping
system is unanchored.
FOR DETAILS ON CONTROL ROD UNITS, SEE PAGES 26 TO 28
Thorburn
Part
Number
Cover
CR2
THORBURN MODEL 201, 4 I.D. X 9 LONG, NITRILE TUBE,

NEOPRENE COVER, TWO CONTROL ROD UNITS.
Size
Tube
6
9
15
20
25
30
45
65
95
130
170
175
180
285
375
420
4.0
6.0
7.5
7.5
8.0
12.0
15.0
25.0
27.0
28.0
29.0
34.0
35.0
47.5
52.7
58.0
XX = Elastomer tube/cover type, please specify.
Page 39
Pipe Size
Twin Sphere Style 201
1 thru 4
135
5 thru 10
135
12 thru 14
90
16 thru 24
45
26 thru 30
35
Note 1: Pressure rating is based on 180F operating temperature.

At higher temperatures the pressure rating is reduced. Contact
Thorburn for details.
Note 2: Pressures shown are recommended operating. Test
pressure is 1.5 times operating. Burst pressure is approximate
4 times operating.
Note 3: Vacuum rating is based on neutral installed length,
without external load. Products should not be installed
extended on vacuum applications.
Note 4: All expansion joints are furnished complete with
floating flanges. Drilling meets 125/150 lb. standards of ANSI
B16.1, B16.24, B16.5; AWWA C207 Class D & F; MSSSP44 & 51. For other drilling see page 35. Control units are
available on special order. Add suffix CR2 or CR3, depending
on the number of rods required.
Note 5: All dimensions are in inches. All weights are in
pounds.
Note 6: To specify style 201 for full vacuum 26 Hg specify
suffix HD.
THORBURN
OPTIONAL
FLANGE
DRILLING
3.25
82.6
3.44
87.3
3.88
98.4
4.5
114.3
5
127
5.75
146.1
6.5
165.1
7
177.8
8.25
209.6
9.25
235
11.5
292.1
14
355.6
16
406.4
18.5
469.9
20.5
520.7
23
584.2
25.25
641.4
27.5
698.5
29.75
755.7
36.5
927.1
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
12
12
12
12
12
12
12
12
16
16
16
16
16
16
16
16
20
20
0.62
15.9
0.62
15.9
0.62
15.9
0.75
19.1
0.75
19.1
0.75
19.1
0.75
19.1
0.75
19.1
0.75
19.1
0.88
22.2
0.88
22.2
0.88
22.2
1
25.4
1
25.4
1
25.4
1
25.4
1
25.4
1.13
28.6
1.25
31.8
1.38
34.9
Page 40
0.63
16
0.63
16
0.63
16
0.71
18
0.71
18
0.79
20
0.79
20
0.087
22
0.87
22
0.87
22
1.02
26
1.02
26
1.1
28
1.18
30
1.18
30
1.18
30
1.18
30
1.18
30
1.26
32
1.26
32
1.26
32
4.53
115
5.51
140
5.91
150
6.5
165
7.28
185
7.87
200
8.66
220
9.84
250
11.22
285
13.39
340
15.55
395
17.52
445
19.88
505
22.24
565
24.21
615
26.38
670
38.74
730
30.71
780
32.87
835
32.24
895
37.99
965
3.35
85
3.94
100
4.33
110
4.92
125
5.71
145
6.3
160
7.09
180
8.27
210
9.45
240
11.61
295
13.78
350
15.75
400
18.11
460
20.28
515
22.24
565
24.41
620
26.57
675
28.54
725
30.75
780
33.07
840
35.43
900
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
12
12
12
12
16
16
16
16
20
20
20
20
20
20
20
20
24
24
24
24
24
24
Flange
Width
4.5
114
4.75
121
5.25
133
6
152.01
6.5
166
7.25
184
8
203
8.5
216
10
254
11
279
13.25
337
16
406
18
457
20.75
527
22.75
578
25.25
641
27.75
705
30
762
32.5
826
39.25
997
J.I.S. Standard B-2212

Conforms to J.I.S. 10KG/CM
Hole
Diameter
0.59
15
0.59
15
0.59
15
0.63
16
0.71
18
0.71
18
0.71
18
0.71
18
0.79
20
0.87
22
0.87
22
0.95
24
0.95
24
1.02
26
1.1
28
1.18
30
1.18
30
1.18
30
1.18
30
1.26
32
# Holes
0.75
19.1
0.75
19.1
0.88
22.2
0.75
19.1
0.88
22.2
0.88
22.2
0.88
22.2
0.88
22.2
0.88
22.2
0.88
22.2
1
25.4
1.13
28.6
1.25
31.8
1.25
31.8
1.38
34.9
1.38
34.9
1.38
34.9
1.38
34.9
1.62
41.3
1.75
44.5
1.75
44.5
2
50.8
Bolt
Circle
Flange
O.D.
4
4
4
4
4
4
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
12
12
12
12
16
16
16
16
20
20
20
20
24
24
24
24
24
24
24
24
28
28
28
28
28
28
Flange
O.D.
Flange
Width
3.5
88.9
3.88
98.4
4.5
114.3
5
127
5.88
149.2
6.62
168.2
7.25
184.2
7.88
200
9.25
235
10.62
269.9
13
330.2
15.25
387.4
17.75
450.9
20.25
514.4
22.5
571.5
24.75
628.7
27
685.8
29.5
743
32
812.8
34.5
876
37
940
39.25
997
Metric Series
Conforms to ISO 2084-1974
Table NP-10
(Holes to ISO/R-273)
Flange
Width
Hole
Diameter
4.88
124
5.25
133
6.12
156
6.5
165
7.5
191
8.25
210
9
229
10
254
11
279
12.5
318
15
381
17.5
445
20.5
521
23
584
25.5
648
28
711
30.5
775
33
838
36
914
38.25
972
40.75
1035
43
1092
Hole
Diameter
# Holes
0.63
16
0.63
16
0.63
16
0.71
18
0.71
18
0.79
20
0.79
20
0.79
20
0.87
22
0.87
22
0.95
24
1.02
26
1.02
26
1.1
28
1.18
30
1.18
30
1.18
30
1.18
30
1.18
30
1.26
32
1.26
32
1.26
32
# Holes
Bolt
Circle
1
25
1.25
32
1.5
40
2
50
2.5
65
3
80
3.5
90
4
100
5
125
6
150
8
200
10
250
12
300
14
350
16
400
18
450
20
500
22
550
24
600
26
650
28
700
30
750
Bolt
Circle
Nominal
Pipe Size
In./mm.
Flange
O.D.
British Standard 10:1962

Conforms to B.S. 10 Table E
(Other tables on request)
Flange
Width
American 250/300 #
Conforms to ANSI B16.1
and B16.5
0.55
14
0.71
18
0.71
18
0.71
18
0.71
18
0.71
18
0.71
18
0.71
18
0.87
22
0.87
22
0.87
22
0.87
22
0.87
22
1.02
26
1.02
26
1.02
26
1.18
30
1.18
30
1.18
30
1.18
30
1.3
33
0.59
15
0.59
30
0.59
30
0.63
16
0.71
18
0.71
18
0.71
18
0.71
18
0.79
20
0.87
22
0.87
22
0.95
24
0.95
24
1.02
26
1.1
28
1.18
30
1.18
30
1.18
30
1.18
30
1.26
32
1.26
32
1.26
32
4.92
125
5.31
135
5.51
140
6.1
155
6.89
175
7.28
185
7.68
195
8.27
210
9.84
250
11.02
280
12.99
330
15.75
400
17.52
445
19.29
490
22.05
560
24.41
620
26.57
675
29.33
745
31.3
795
33.27
845
35.63
905
38.19
970
Hole
Diameter
Series 201
# Holes
Series 101
Bolt
Circle
Thorburn
Flange
O.D.
Thorburn
3.54
90
3.94
100
4.13
105
4.72
120
5.51
140
5.91
150
6.3
160
6.89
175
8.27
210
9.45
240
11.42
290
13.98
355
15.75
400
17.52
445
20.08
510
22.24
565
24.41
620
26.77
680
28.74
730
30.71
780
33.07
840
35.43
900
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
12
12
12
12
16
16
16
16
16
16
20
20
20
20
20
20
24
24
24
24
24
24
24
24
0.75
19
0.75
19
0.75
19
0.75
19
0.75
19
0.75
19
0.75
19
0.75
19
0.91
23
0.91
23
0.91
23
0.98
25
0.98
25
0.98
25
1.06
27
1.06
27
1.06
27
1.3
33
1.3
33
1.3
33
1.3
33
1.3
33
THORBURN
EASY-FLEX STYLE 102/102-HP

TWIN-SPHERE FEMALE METAL THREADED
UNION RUBBER CONNECTORS
Easy to install
Absorbs pipe wall and fluid borne noise
Reduces system stress and strain / Compensates for misalignment
Prevents electrolysis and electrolytic corrosion
Isolates vibration and motion
"F"
B
Overall
Length
I.D. of
Part
Thorburns Model 102 standard union connector comes with

control cables for added protection and to prevent over-extending
leakage during start-up
Bolt-on Flange with

Adapter for Connecting
to Copper or PVC
available upon request
Styles Sizes Movements Dimensions Weights

Easy-Flex Style 102 with screwed on female unions
In. of Lateral
Deflection
Angular
Deflection
A Length
of Fitting
B Length
of Rubber
.87
.23
.87
32.2
1.06
5.88
.75
.23
.63
32.2
1.06
4.88
1.7
1.00
.87
.23
.87
25.3
1.14
5.72
2.6
.75
.23
.63
25.3
1.14
4.72
2.7
102-20-XX
102-20HP-XX
1.25
8
7
.87
.75
.23
.23
.87
.63
20.7
20.7
1.26
1.26
5.48
4.48
3.3
3.4
102-24-XX
1.50
.87
.23
.87
17.5
1.30
5.40
4.0
.75
.23
.63
17.5
1.30
4.40
4.1
.87
.23
.87
13.3
1.42
5.16
5.5
.75
.23
.63
13.3
1.42
4.16
5.6
Nominal
Pipe Size
Thorburn
Part
Number
102-12-XX
0.75
102-12HP-XX
102-16-XX
102-16HP-XX
102-24HP-XX
102-32-XX
2.00
102-32HP-XX
With Screw
on Unions
In. of Axial
Extension
Weight
(lbs.)
In. of Axial
Compression
Dimensions
F Overall
Length
Allowable Movement
from Neutral
1.6
XX: Suffix material code. Please note Model 102HP is a special and please check delivery before ordering.
Available Metal Materials

Suff. Codes to
Style Number for
Screw On Female
Unions
Materials Selections
Unions Flanges
Standard (blank)
S4
S6
B
Ductile Iron, Galvanized

304 Stainless Steel
316 Stainless Steel
Bronze
Available Elastomer Materials
Pressure
Maximum Operating
Note 1. All standard styles furnished complete with

galvanized ductile iron female unions, with ends
threaded NPT (IPT) to ANSI B-2.1. For other materials, see above table. Other threading, including: BS,
DIN, JIS, etc. are available on special order.
Note 2. This floating flange design can be furnished
with bolt-on flange adaptors to connect to: copper
tubing, threaded brass or PVC and cementable PVC,
piping. Call Thorburn for details: 1-800-363-6613.
Minimum
Thorburn
Style #
Positive
PSIG
Negative
In. of Hg.
Test
PSIG
Burst
PSIG
201
150
26
225
600
201HP
250
26
375
1000
Available in limited rubbers.
HOW TO ORDER
102-12HP-DC =
Material
Code XX
Tube
Elastomer
Cover
Elastomer
Maximum
Operating
Temp. F
EE
HH
FC
CC
DC
Butyl
EPDM
Hypalon
Neoprene
Nitrile
Butyl
EPDM
Neoprene
Neoprene
Neoprene
250
250
212
225
212
To order connector with desired material insert above codes

where XX is located. Please note that Thorburns Model
102HP is available in EPDM tube and cover only.
3/4 High pressure female union connector

with nitrile tube and neoprene cover
Page 41
THORBURN
ELBOW-FLEX EXPANSION JOINTS SERIES REF/REFR

Thorburns rubber spherical 90 elbows are designed to
replace metallic or rubber lined elbows used in connecting
piping at a right angle and/or to be connected to operating
equipment such as: pumps, chillers, cooling towers,
compressors, blowers, fans, absorption machines.
Thorburns problem solving elbow connectors are available in standard series REF and reducing series REFR.
TYPICAL APPLICATIONS
Thorburns spherical 90 elbow combines the basic
shape and dimensions of the metal elbow with the
movement/sound reduction/vibration absorbing
features of a flexible component into one unit
Air conditioning, heating and ventilating systems

Industrial process piping systems
Power generating plants
Waste water, water, sewage treatment plants

Pulp and paper and steel mills
Marine board piping
COMPARE THESE ADVANTAGES
Absorbs pipe movement/stress

Reduces system noise
Isolates mechanical vibration

Compensates for misalignment or offset
Eliminates electrolysis
Protects against start-up surge forces

Simplifies installation
Piping supported
from above
Thorburn singlesphere accepts

motion in all modes
Reduced
foundation size
as there is no
need for elbow
support
Pollution control system
Thorburns Elbow-Flex connectors completely solve the

vibratory directional problem at the pumps or any other
location where the piping must make a right angle turn as it
leaves the equipment.
When Thorburn rubber elbows are used,

the pump foundation need no longer be
made large enough to support the base
elbows and this reduces the cost of the
foundation. Since the piping must be
properly supported from above rather than
rest on the pump foundation, there is a
better chance that the pump foundation can
operate properly. The reduced foundation
weight is often important in lightweight
equipment rooms as well.
Typical Thorburn Elbow-Flex connector
Page 42
THORBURN
ELBOW-FLEX EXPANSION JOINTS SERIES REF/REFR

Thorburn
Style REF
Standard moulded
elbow with
floating flanges
Thorburn
Style REFR
Reducing elbow
with floating
flanges
Allowable Movements Relative to Stationary End
Thorburn Part
Number
1.25REF3.75-XY
1.5REF4-XY
2REF-4.5XY
2.5REF5-XY
3REF5.5-XY
4REF6.5-XY
5REF7.5-XY
6REF8-XY
88REF9-XY
10REF11-XY
12REF12-XY
Nominal Pipe
Size x Length
Center to Face
Maximum
Working
Pressure
Horizontal
Compression/Extension
Perpendicular
Transverse
Lateral
Angular
Movement
Approx.
Weight
I.D. x C/F
P.S.I.G.
Z & Z
Degree
Pounds
1.25 x 3.75
1.5 x 4
2 x 4.5
2.5 x 5
3 x 5.5
4 x 6.5
5 x 7.5
6x8
8x9
10 x 11
12 x 12
195
195
175
160
160
160
140
125
125
105
100
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.63
.63
.63
.63
.63
.63
.63
.63
.63
.63
.63
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.63
.63
.63
.63
.63
.63
.63
.63
.63
.63
.63
.63
.63
.63
.63
.63
.63
.63
.63
.63
.63
.63
9.5
8.9
7.9
7.1
6.5
5.5
4.8
4.5
4.0
3.3
2.9
4.5
5.4
8.3
12.4
13.1
18.0
24.5
30.5
46.8
65.8
98.2
Nominal Pipe
Size x Length
Center to Face
Maximum
Working
Pressure
Transverse
Lateral
Angular
Movement
Approx.
Weight
I.D. x I.D. x C/F
P.S.I.G.
Z & Z
Degree
Pounds
3 x 2 x 7.25
3 x 2.5 x 7.75
4x3x9
5 x 4 x 10.25
6 x 3 x 11.5
6 x 4 x 11.5
8 x 5 x 14
8 x 6 x 14
10 x 8 x 16.5
12 x 10 x 19
160
160
160
140
125
125
125
125
105
100
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.63
.63
.63
.63
.63
.63
.63
.63
.63
.63
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.75
.63
.63
.63
.63
.63
.63
.63
.63
.63
.63
.63
.63
.63
.63
.63
.63
.63
.63
.63
.63
4.9
4.9
4.0
3.5
3.1
3.1
2.6
2.6
2.2
1.9
14.0
15.0
19.0
26.0
31.0
32.0
48.0
49.0
67.0
99.0
Allowable Movements Relative to Stationary End
Thorburn Part
Number
3REFR2-XY
3REFR2.5-XY
4REFR3-XY
5REFR4-XY
6REFR3-XY
6REFR4-XY
8REFR5-XY
8REFR6-XY
10REFR8-XY
12REFR10-XY
Horizontal
Perpendicular
X Y = Tube and cover material (see below right)

MATERIAL CODES
OPERATING CONDITIONS
Operating pressure:
1475 KPA/214PSI
Burst pressure
5900 KPA/850PSI
Vacuum rating:
750 mm/30 Hg
Temperature:
-10C to 105C
OPERATING PRESSURES/TEMPERATURES
WITH NEOPRENE TUBE AND COVER
80C/180F
90C/195F
95C/205F
100C/212F
105C/225F
225 PSI
180 PSI
150 PSI
145 PSI
125 PSI
Tube and Cover Type of Elastomer

Thorburn
Material Codes
Tube
Outside
Cover
Inside
Maximum Rated
Operating Pressure
Temperature
AC
DC
CC
FC
HH
EE
Natural
Nitrile
Neoprene
Hypalon
EPDM
Butyl
Neoprene
Neoprene
Neoprene
Neoprene
EPDM
Butyl
180F
212F
225F
212F
250F
250F
Note: 1) The amount of angular movement is based on the maximum allowable extension movement
from neutral. Angular movement can be increased, if it is in conjunction with compression. 2)
Pressure rating is based on 180F operating temperature. At higher temperatures, the pressure rating
is reduced slightly. Minimum burst pressure is 4.1. 3) Standard flange drilling 150# plated steel.
Other drilling patterns and flange materials available upon request.
Page 43
THORBURN
FLANGED PUMP CONNECTOR

MODEL 60RPC
Helical Wire
Reinforcement
Ultra Quiet Sound Absorbing System
Tube
Thorburns 60RPC is an ultra quiet sound absorbing integral flanged pipe

connector. The flange is drilled to conform to the bolt pattern of the
companion metal flanges of the pipeline. Thorburns 60RPC is manufactured from high quality elastomers to safely satisfy your chemicalabrasion-sound requirements. Specify Thorburns 60RPC and you are
assured of the highest quality leak tight sound and movement absorbing
pump connector system in the world.
Split Retaining
Rings
Fabric
Reinforcement
Cross sectional view of flanged type flexible

rubber connector
THORBURNS 60RPC ADVANTAGES
Absorbs pipe wall and fluid-borne noise

The low sound transmission properties of rubber allow for pipe wall sounds to be absorbed by Thorburns 60RPC
connector by the volumetric expansion (breathing of Thorburns 60RPC connector). In other words, sound weakens
travelling through rubber. Thorburns 60RPC length influences sound absorption. See specifications on page 45 for
optimum length details.
Isolates vibration and motion

Vibration originating from mechanical equipment is absorbed by Thorburns 60RPC connectors. As most machinery
vibrates in a radial direction from the main shaft, Thorburns 60RPC should be installed horizontally and parallel to
this main shaft. Thorburns 60RPC will tolerate minimal axial motion. But for two-plane vibration/motion, it is
recommended to use two flexible rubber connectors installed at right angles, one to absorb the horizontal vibration
and one the vertical vibration. A tension anchor is usually needed to stabilize the elbow between the connectors.
Piping system misalignment compensation

Installation in a rigid piping system is facilitated and Thorburns 60RPC connectors add a flexible component that is
automatically self correcting for misalignment created by structural movements caused by thermal expansion or
ground shifts. See page 40 for product specification details.
Reduce system stress and strain
W
NE
Rigid attachment of piping to critical or mechanical equipment can

produce excessive loading. Thermal or mechanically created
strains-stress-shock are cushioned and absorbed with the installation of Thorburn 60RPC.
THORBURNS NEW SOUND

SENSITIVE ACOUSTICAL
CONTROL CABLES
HAW Washer
System
TRADITIONAL CONTROL
ROD ASSEMBLY
Steel Washer
Plow Steel Cable
Tie Rod
Full flow with less turbulence or material

entrapment
Control Rod Plate
Control Cable Plate
Thorburns 60RPC connectors smooth rubber lining allows full

flow without turbulence. Metallic connectors depend upon bellows
or convolutions to absorb motion. These bellows/convolutions
can create flow turbulence and also create an area for material
entrapment or bacteria growth.
Steel Washer
Rubber Washer
ACOUSTICAL CONTROL CABLES
CONTROL RODS
MODEL TACC
MODEL CR
Acoustical control cable assemblies are recommended for vibration

in noise sensitive applications.
WARNING: Control unit cable or rod assembly usage: Thorburn control units are designed to protect Thorburn 60RPC connector from excessive elongation.
Control rods are always recommended as a protection against: 1) thermal shrinkage in the piping, 2) hydrostatic tests at elevated pressures and 3) line pressure
surges. Thorburn control rods must be used: 1) when the piping containing the rubber connector is not anchored and 2) when the rubber connector is attached
to unsupported pipe or equipment.
Page 44
THORBURN
FLANGED PUMP CONNECTOR MODEL 60RPC

QUIET PIPING SYSTEM
1 1/4
1 1/2
2
2 1/2
3
3 1/2
4
5
HOW TO ORDER THORBURNS 60RPC FLANGED CONNECTORS
Product
Part Code
Length
Inches
Pressure
Code
Material Code*
Tube / Cover
Rings
60RPC160
24
SP
D C
8
10
12
If required temperature is greater than 180F, please specify

Also available with metallic plated steel floating flanges
14
Material Codes
Code
Tube
Cover
Max. Oper.
Temp.
EE
JE
HH
BC
FC
CC
DC
Butyl
Teflon
EPDM
Gum
Hypalon
Neoprene
Nitrile
Butyl
Butyl
EPDM
Neoprene
Neoprene
Neoprene
Neoprene
250F
250F
250F
180F
212F
225F
212F
Page 45
16
18
20
.158
.236
.158
.236
.158
.236
.315
.158
.236
.315
.158
.236
.315
.354
.158
.236
.315
.354
.236
.315
.354
.236
.315
.354
.236
.315
.354
.315
.354
.315
.354
.236
.276
.472
.236
.276
.472
.236
.276
.472
.236
.276
.472
.236
.472
.236
.472
.236
.472
1.97
2.96
1.77
2.66
1.58
2.36
3.15
1.39
2.09
2.78
1.18
1.77
2.36
2.96
.98
1.48
1.97
2.46
1.18
1.58
1.97
.89
1.18
1.48
.89
1.18
1.48
.89
1.12
.89
1.12
.71
.89
1.42
.63
.79
1.26
.47
.59
.95
.47
.59
.95
.47
.95
.24
.48
.24
.48
21.8
31.0
17.7
25.6
14.0
20.6
26.6
11.3
16.7
21.8
9.1
13.5
17.7
19.8
7.0
10.5
13.8
15.5
8.5
11.3
12.7
7.6
10.1
11.3
6.8
9.1
10.2
7.3
8.2
6.1
6.8
3.4
4.0
6.8
2.7
3.2
5.5
2.3
2.7
4.2
2.0
2.3
3.9
1.7
3.4
1.5
3.1
1.4
2.7
2.4
3.2
3.3
4.2
4.0
5.0
6.0
4.3
5.4
6.5
5.6
6.8
8.0
9.2
6.9
8.2
9.5
10.0
10.6
11.7
14.6
12.2
14.7
17.2
14.5
17.4
19.7
20.1
23.1
24.1
27.2
35.7
40.2
59.4
48.7
59.0
92.0
66.5
81.0
126.0
108.0
133.0
208.0
153.0
294.0
205.0
394.0
270.0
519.0
Movement Capability
From Neutral
Retaining Ring Set

Weight in pds
Approximate Weight/Lbs
Connector Only
Note 1: Dimensions shown meet 125/150# standards of: ANSI B-16.1, B-16.24, B-16.5; AWWA
C-207 Table 1 and 2, Class D; MSS SP-44 and NBS/PS 15-69.
2: Other flange drilling and dimensions available upon request.
3: Vacuum rating is 30 hg. in all cases. Pressure rating is based on 180F operating
temperature. For higher temperatures pressure might be reduced. Contact Thorburn.
Angular
Deflection(2)
300
300
300
300
250
250
250
250
250
250
250
250
250
250
200
150
150
150
12*
18
12*
18
12*
18
24
12*
18
24
12*
18
24
30
12*
18
24
30
18*
24
30
18*
24
30
18*
24
30
24*
30
24*
30
24*
30
48
24*
30
48
24*
30
48
24*
30
48
24*
48
24*
48
24*
48
In. of Lateral
Deflection
150
150
150
150
150
150
150
150
150
150
150
150
150
150
125
100
100
100
3/4
F Natural Length
Face-to-Face(1)
.472
.551
.551
.551
.551
.591
.591
.669
.669
.669
.709
.787
.866
.984
.984
.984
1.000
1.000
Style
HP
.591
.591
.591
.591
.591
.591
.591
.591
.591
.591
.591
.591
.787
.787
.787
.787
.875
1.000
SP
4 - .625
4 - .625
4 - .625
4 - .625
4 - .750
4 - .750
4 - .750
8 - .750
8 - .750
8 - .875
8 - .875
8 - .875
12 - 1.000
12 - 1.000
12 - 1.125
16 - 1.125
16 - 1.250
20 - 1.250
Oper. Press.
Positive
psig
Style
2.75
3.12
3.50
3.88
4.75
5.50
6.00
7.00
7.50
8.50
9.50
11.75
14.25
17.00
18.75
21.25
22.75
25.00
B Body
Thickness
# Holes
3.88
4.25
4.62
5.00
6.00
7.00
7.50
8.50
9.00
10.00
11.00
13.50
16.00
19.00
21.00
23.50
25.00
27.50
A Flange
Thickness
Bolt
Circle
3/4
1
1 1/4
1 1/2
2
2 1/2
3
3 1/2
4
5
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
Pipe
Dimensions
Size of Holes
Flange
O.D.
60RPC-12
60RPC-16
60RPC-20
60RPC-24
60RPC-32
60RPC-40
60RPC-48
60RPC-56
60RPC-64
60RPC-80
60RPC-96
60RPC-116
60RPC-160
60RPC-196
60RPC-224
60RPC-256
60RPC-288
60RPC-320
Nominal Pipe
Size: Pipe I.D.
Part Number
Thorburn
125/150# Flange Dim.1

Pipe - Rings - Rods
Nominal Pipe
Size: Pipe I.D.
Sizes up to 48 I.D. by
50 long
In. of Axial

Nominal Pipe Size
Joint I.D.
Now available with

virgin teflon lining for
the ultimate in chemical
compatibility
Compression/ext.
W
NE
Steel
Retaining
Ring
1.5
1.9
2.4
2.6
3.6
5.3
5.6
6.5
7.3
7.9
9.1
14.0
17.0
24.1
26.8
32.1
30.6
35.9
Notes: * 1: For optimum noise and vibration absorption, use this

or longer length
2: The degree of angular movement is based on the
maximum rated extension
3: Larger I.D. or length sizes available
THORBURN
ULTRA-QUIET SMALL DIAMETER COUPLED PIPE CONNECTORS

Thorburns 660PC (150 psi) and 760PC (250 psi) rubber pipe
connectors are designed for smaller diameter pipelines and
come with factory attached couplings and are usually supplied
with male/male couplings but are also available with male/
female fittings. Thorburns 660PC are specifically designed
to eliminate vibration between pump and pipeline either for
suction or discharge service.
STANDARD DIMENSIONS FOR VIBRATION

Standard
Overall
Length (in.) - Code
Pipe Size
I.D. (in.) - Code
Model #
End Codes
Pipe Size
I.D. (in.) - Code
Male NPT =
Female NPT =
Special =
Standard
Overall
Length (in.) - Code
MP
FP
XX
660/760PC(T)-12
3/4
12
12
012
32
24
024
Material Codes
660/760PC(T)-12
16
18
018
2 1/2
40
24
24
660/760PC(T)-12
1 1/4
20
18
018
48
36
036
660/760PC(T)-12
1 1/2
24
18
018
64
36
036
Aluminium =
A
Carbon Steel = C
316SS =
S6
Other Specify = 0
T = High temperature
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Model
Working Pressure
(psi)
Overall Length
F
Maximum Water
Service Temperature
(F)
660PC
150
180
660PCT
150
250
ID of
part
B
760PC
250
180
Thorburns 660PC coupled type rubber pipe connector
760PCT
250
250
with female end
HOW TO ORDER THORBURN COUPLED RUBBER PIPE CONNECTORS
Part number description for Thorburns Coupled Pipe Connectors

High Temperature Model 760PCT
Model
Size I.D. Code
First End Material
Second End Material
Length
760PCT
24
MPS6
MPS6
018
Page 46
THORBURN
PAPER MILL SUCTION COUCH MODEL 28TW

(accordion type)
APPLICATION
Thorburn's 28TW is a custom designed material

handling hose that supports full vacuum suction
with incredible minimum bend radius capabilities.
Thorburn's 28TW will accept a high degree of
lateral flexing as well as contraction due to end
thrust. The 28TW is an ideal flexible component
for services that require the suction box on paper
machine to be raised or lowered.
OTHERS
SOFT CUFF, FLANGED, BEADED OR SPECIAL ENDS
CONSTRUCTION
Tube: Corrugated black synthetic rubber.

Smooth bore type also available. Specify
128TW. Flexibility will be reduced by 25%
to 40%.
Reinforcement: Polyester fibre wire. Reinforced

for full vacuum.
Cover: Black synthetic corrugated rubber.
FOR ORDERING DETAILS, SEE PAGE 51

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Hose I.D.
Hose O.D.
Min. Bend
Radius
Thorburn
Part
Number
in.
in.
in.
Lbs/
100 ft
28TW32
28TW38
28TW46
28TW48
28TW56
28TW64
28TW66
28TW68
28TW72
28TW80
28TW80
28TW84
28TW89
28TW96
28TW100
28TW106
28TW128
28TW136
28TW138
28TW140
28TW160
28TW164
28TW168
28TW172
28TW192
28TW224
28TW256
2
2-3/8
2-7/8
3
3-1/2
4
4-1/8
4-1/4
4-1/2
5
5-1/4
5-9/16
6
6-1/4
6-5/8
8
8-1/4
8-1/2
8-5/8
8-3/4
10
10-1/4
10-1/2
10-3/4
12
14
16
2-11/16
3-1/16
3-9/16
3-3/4
4-1/4
4-5/8
4-3/4
4-7/8
5-1/8
5-5/8
6-1/8
6-3/16
168
181
7-1/4
8-5/8
8-7/8
9-1/8
9-1/4
9-3/4
10-5/8
10-7/8
11-1/2
11-3/8
12-5/8
15
17
4
5
6
6
7
8
8
9
9
10
11
11
12
13
13
16
17
17
17
18
20
20
21
21
24
28
32
283
320
355
367
408
441
462
479
506
547
585
589
622
662
665
793
818
832
840
886
957
979
1009
1019
1119
1729
1902
Appr. Weight
Page 47
IBLE
D
E
INCR BILITY
I
FLEX
SPECIAL NOTE
For custom tube, cover and

end configurations see page
51 for hose assembly
ordering information.
THORBURN
FLEXIPIPE (Wire-reinforced) 60TMH

Custom built flexible piping connectors
APPLICATION
Thorburn Flexipipe is a custom designed rubber piping system that replaces metal
pipe and is used in lines requiring resistance to electrolysis, corrosion, abrasion and
water hammering. Thorburn Flexipipe is also specifically engineered for piping
systems that require isolation and absorption of severe noise, vibration, misalignment,
lateral deflection and flexing and/or movements caused by temperature changes.
Thorburn Flexipipe can be custom designed and manufactured for piping systems
that require the benefits of moulded rubber elbows with tangents, or tees with
various radius, multi-branch connections and transition joints. Thorburn Flexipipe's
typical applications are found in mines, quarries, cement plants, petrochemical plants, paper mills,
ship building, offshore, sewage treatment plants and high rise heating ventilation systems.
CONSTRUCTION - 60TMH
Tube: 60TMH Flexipipe is available with various

tube compounds wall thickness to maximize service
life and is determined by the application and the
media.
Flexipipe can be designed to support a minimum

bend radius from two times the diameter or maintain
unsupported rigidity over long length. Please call
Reinforcement: 60TMH Flexipipe is made of multiple

layers of precisely angled cross woven fabric with
calendared polyester or fibreglass fabric. Flexipipe
60TMH is integrally built with an evenly spaced heavy
duty helix spring wire that withstands rated working
pressures from full vacuum to 1000 psi. Thorburn
Cover: Flexipipe is available with various cover

compounds and wall thicknesses to maximize service
life and is determined by the application.
Sizes: 1/2" to 30" I.D. up to 100 feet long. Longer
lengths available on special order only.
FLEXIPIPE (Non wire-reinforced) 61TMH

Custom built flexible piping connectors
APPLICATION
Thorburn Flexipipe 61TMH is a heavy duty material handling hose

specifically designed for discharge service. The 61TMH has the ability
to withstand severe shock and abuse without transmitting vibration, and is
the companion hose to 60TMH, with the exception that it is non wire-reinforced.
CONSTRUCTION - 61TMH
Cover: Flexipipe is available with various cover

compounds and wall thicknesses to maximize service
life and is determined by the application.
Tube: 61TMH Flexipipe is available with various

tube compounds and wall thicknesses to maximize
service life and is determined by the application
and the media.
Sizes: 1/2" to 30" I.D. up to 100 feet long. Longer

lengths available on special order only.
Reinforcement: 61TMH Flexipipe is made of

multiple layers of precisely angled cross woven
fabric with calendared polyester or fiberglass fabric;
withstands rated working pressures to 1000 psi.
Page 48
THORBURN
CUSTOM HANDCRAFTED RUBBER PIPE AND FITTINGS

FROM 2 TO 30 I.D.
Elbows, tees, laterals, crosses, reducers, transitions
When the good people at Miramichi pulp and paper wanted to redesign their open
trough piping system between the caustizers and slaking tank, Thorburns
flexible piping design team was called into action. The project involved
designing, manufacturing and supplying a complete elastomeric piping system.
Thorburns wire reinforced 60TMH

rubber piping system
Thorburns 14 I.D. rubber flexible piping system, consisting of a

14 custom rubber long radius elbow connected to rubber flanged
tee which is further connected to a 15 plus feet of rubber flanged
piping system.
SPECIALITY
Elbows
Tees
ITEMS
Laterals
Transition joints
CUSTOM ELASTOMERIC PIPING SYSTEMS MADE EASY

When Norsk Hydro Becancour, Quebec, was looking for an economical and practical solution to its extreme abrasion
problem, Thorburns flexible piping specialists designed, manufactured and supplied a timely solution with Thorburn
rubber piping.
BRANCH JOINTS, TEES AND

TRANSITION UNITS MADE EASY
BY THORBURN
Thorburn can custom design and supply

rubber lateral connectors
Branch connector or custom transition connections

can be handled by Thorburn flexible piping design
engineers
Page 49
Thorburn provides flexibility you can

count on
THORBURN
FLEXIPIPE HOSE ENDS
Capped end
Code PE
Soft end
Code SE
Wire to end
Code WTE
Integral rubber
tapered nozzle end
Code ITN
Enlarged end
Code EE
Beaded ends with split

flanges - Code BE
Rubber and duck flanges

with split rings
Code RDF
Integral flange ends

Code IFE
Built-in nipple with flange
Built-in victaulic nipple

Code BINFV
Built-in nipple flange

Code NLS150
Code BINF 150 (300)
Specify drilling
Built-in nipple threaded/Code BIN
Shown BIN
FLEXIPIPE CUSTOM DESIGNED FLEXIBLE PIPING

See page 51 for ordering details
Teflon lined for

added corrosion
resistency
Corrugated cover to
improve flexibility
Available in lengths up to 50 feet
Diameters up to 48 available
Page 50
THORBURN
HOW TO ORDER THORBURN FLEXIPIPE ASSEMBLIES

Tube and Cover Compounds
Code
Code
Code
Code
Code
Code
Code
Code
Code
Code
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
Tube and Cover Thickness
Black natural rubber. Used for abrasive and corrosive materials. 180F.
Pure gum. Used for abrasive and corrosive materials. 180F.
Neoprene. Oil resistance good weathering and aging characteristics. 200F.
Nitrile. Oil resistance excellent tube compound for OS & D service. 225F.
H3 (Butyl). For temperature conditions up to 250 oF.
Hypalon. Used for light acids and chemicals. 225F.
Cross linked polyethylene inert to most acids and chemicals to 150oF*.
EPDM used for abrasive and corrosive materials up to 250oF.*
Viton inert to most chemicals and acids up to 300oF.*
Teflon is inert to aggressive chemicals and acids to 350oF.*
Code
Code
Code
Code
Code
1/16" tube wall

1/8" tube wall
1/4" tube wall
3/8" tube wall
1/2" tube wall
01
02
04
06
08
Please note teflon lining is typically

less than 1/8
Our Flexipipe hoses are manufactured to the latest RMA standards.

* When considering using these compounds, contact Thorburn Sales Department with all design
requirements i.e. working temperatures and possibly size production limitation.
Working Pressure Codes

Code 25: 25 psi
Code 150: 150 psi
Code 1000: 1000 psi
Code 75: 75 psi

Code 250: 250 psi
Code 100: 100 psi

Code 500: 500 psi
Flexipipe Hose Ends

Code PE: plain end; Code SE: soft end; Code BINF300: built-in nipple with 300# flange; Code EE: enlarged end; Code
RDF: rubber and duck flanges; Code BE: beaded end; Code IFE: integral flanged end; Code BIN: built-in nipple threaded;
Code BINV: built-in victaulic end; Code BINF150: built-in nipple with 150# flange; Code ITN: integral rubber tapered
nozzle; Code NLS150: Thorburn's exclusive never leak system; Code WTE: Wire to the end.
How to order straight Flexipipe assembly by part number

(I.D. is always in 1/16; i.e. 64 = 4 48 = 3 128 = 8)
Example Flexipipe Code Assembly Number 60TMH6IH0402150RDFBE120
Hose type
Inside diameter
inches
60TMH
96
Flexipipe
6 inches
Other Models
Compound
material
Thickness
inches
Tube
Cover
Tube
Cover
04
02
Viton EPDM
1/4" 1/8"
Working
pressure PSI
Ends
First
150
150 WP
RDF
Overall length
inches
Second
BE
Rubber/duck flange
x
Beaded end
61TMH Flexi-Pipe non wire-reinforced: see page 48

28TW Paper mill suction couch: see page 47
128TW Paper mill suction couch smooth tube: see page 47
To order Thorburn rubber fittings please see pages 52 and 53 for details
Page 51
120
120"
THORBURN
THORBURNS SPECIAL HANDCRAFTED

RUBBER FITTINGS
Thorburns special handcrafted rubber fittings are strong, rugged and
flexible. They will reduce noise and vibration from pumps, compressors
and other equipment and allow for minor misalignment where abrasion
or corrosion will damage normal piping. These fittings are custom designed
and can be manufactured from various materials. End configurations can
suit any piping applications. Samples are included below.
NEW
Reduces noise and vibration
Protects pump casing
Relieves pipe stress and strain
90 Standard Radius
90 Long Radius
45 Elbow
Model 60TMH-E90
Model 60TMH-EC90
Model 60TMH-E45
Y Connectors
Tee Connectors
Cross Connectors
Model 60TMH-Y
Model 60TMH-T
Model 60TMH-C
Concentric reducer
Custom special
Eccentric reducer
Header Flex
Transition joints and elbows

with various tangents also
available
Model 60TMH-RC
Model 60TMH-EC
Page 52
THORBURN
THORBURNS HANDCRAFTED
ALL RUBBER FLANGED PIPE FITTINGS
DIMENSION DETAILS
Long radius
elbow
90 elbow
45 elbow
Tee
JJ
Cross
HH
Lateral
Reducer
HH
NN
LL
LL
KK
HH
JJ
HH
HH
KK
60TMHE90
60TMH-E90L
60TMH-E45
60TMH-T
HH
MM
60TMH-C
60TMH-L
60TMH-RC
60TMH-EC
DIMENSION DETAILS
Nominal Pipe
Size (in.)
Movement
Axial
Movement
Lateral
90 Elbow,
Tee, Cross,
HH (in.)
Long Radius
Elbow, JJ (in.)
45 Elbow
KK (in.)
Lateral Long
Leg, LL (in.)
Lateral Short
Leg, MM (in.)
Reducer
NN (in.)
2
2.5
3
3.5
4
5
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
24
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.75
0.75
0.75
0.75
0.75
0.75
0.75
0.75
0.75
0.75
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.75
0.75
0.75
0.75
0.75
0.75
0.75
0.75
0.75
0.75
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
12
14
17
19
22
26
30
34
4
5
6
8
9
10
12
15
17
21
24
28
32
36
42
3
3.5
4
4.5
5
6
6.5
7.5
8
10
12
14
16
18
21
11
13
13
15
15
17
18
22
25
30
32
35
37
43
49
6
6
6
6
6
7
7
9
9
11
11
12
12
16
17
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
22
22
23
29
29
29
32
32
HOW TO ORDER THORBURNS CUSTOM RUBBER FITTINGS4

Fitting
Model #
Nominal
Diameter
(in.)
60TMH-C
10
Notes
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
Compound1
Tube
Cover
Thickness (in.)2
Tube
Cover
04
02
For compound codes please see page 51

For thickness codes please see page 51
Flange drilling 150# Standard for other types of drilling #300, DIN,
JIS, British standard, etc., please specify
When specifying elbows with tangents different radius than shown,
transition joints and multi-branch connectors, please include a sketch
Special requirements, please specify
Page 53
Working
Pressure
(psi)
150
Ends3
First
Second
RDF
Special5
RDF
Warning: Always include maximum

media temperature, pressure, if steam is
present or what the media is when
specifying Thorburn fittings. Otherwise,
Thorburns warrantee is void.
THORBURN
MODEL 42HP TEFLON LINED RUBBER EXPANSION JOINTS

QUALITY YOU CAN COUNT ON!
Thorburn Mighty-Spool Model 42HP teflon lined rubber expansion
joints were specifically designed to resist corrosive attack at elevated
temperatures and pressures where metallic, plastic or elastomeric
expansion joints would be inadequate. Thorburns 42HP teflon lined
expansion joints are installed next to mechanical equipment or between
anchor points in your process piping system and will provide the
following advantages.
Advantages
Corrosive resistant/antistick
Absorbs pipe movement/stress
Compensates alignment/offset
Eliminates electrolytic action and electrolysis
Protects against start-up/surge forces
Thorburns Model 42HP teflon lined rubber expansion

joints extends beyond the bolt holes to the outside diameter
of the flange providing complete protection to the elastomeric body. This feature will eliminate leaking/weeping
flange failure.
Materials
Thorburns Model 42HP teflon lined rubber expansion joint tube is custom moulded virgin teflon (PTFE, FEP or PFA). Crystallinity is
carefully controlled, resulting in longer flexible and high tensile strength. In addition, no pigments or additives are used which can leach
out and contaminate your process or result in premature failure of the expansion joint.
Applications
Thorburns Mighty-Spool teflon lined expansion joints have been specifically
designed for tough demanding corrosive chemical applications that are found
in the following applications:
Shown is a Thorburn 42HP teflon lined

rubber expansion joint which was used
in a white water piping system which
was successfully used as a replacement
for a failed competitors chlorobutyl
rubber expansion joint.
Petrochemical
Power generating plants
Steel mills
Marine services
Waste water-sewage
Pollution control systems
Industrial process piping systems
Pulp and paper industries
Mighty-Spool pulp & paper industry

Thorburns Mighty-Spool teflon lined expansion joints have been employed very
successfully for years on tough demanding pulp and paper applications, such as whitegreen-black liquor lines, bleach plant chlorination and caustic extraction piping, where
the ability to resist corrosive attack at elevated temperatures and pressures would be or
were a problem for traditional metallic, plastic or elastomeric expansion joints.
Page 54
THORBURN
MODEL 42HP MIGHTY-SPOOL TEFLON LINED

RUBBER EXPANSION JOINTS
Mighty-Spool construction
Tube: The tube is a single moulded teflon (TFE, FEP or PFA)
leakproof lining extending from flange to flange. The outside of
the teflon tube is etched to adhere to the elastomeric overlay.
Carcass: This is a high strength calendared polyester or Kevlar
reinforcing fabric between the teflon tube and the cover.
Thorburns teflon liner

covers the flange face
to prevent leaking/
weeping flanges. In
addition, Thorburns
model 42HP has no
pigments to leach out
and cause failure. When
you want quality
expansion joints, specify
Thorburn!
Metallic reinforcement: These are chemically treated solid round

endless rings or high tensile strength helical wire embedded in the
carcass. The metallic reinforcement provides additional strength
for pressure and vacuum service.
Cover: This is the exterior elastomeric overlay designed to protect the carcass from external elements. Available in neoprene,
EPDM, viton.
How to order 42HP teflon lined joints

Model
Size
ID x F to F
10 x 8
42HP
Single open
Double open
Triple open
SO
DO
TO
Arch type
Material
SO
JC
Retaining
Rings
R
Number of
Control rods
CR2
R = Plated steel
RS4 = 304SS
RS6 = 316SS
Tube/Elastomeric Cover Code MCOT

Teflon/Neoprene
JC 250F
Teflon/EPDM
JH 300F
Teflon/Viton
JI
350F
CR(#) = Plated steel

CRS4(#) = 304SS
CRS6(#) = 316SS
Special
Special = X
Specify
Three
Arch
In. of Axial
Compression
In. of Axial
Extension
In. of Lateral
Deflection
42HP
PSI
Vacuum
in. of Hg.
Joint
single arch
Retaining
ring set
Est. Weight
(lbs)
Two
Arch
Face to Face Minimum Single Arch1 Movement Working Pressure

Recommended Length
Non-concurrent
at 220F/104C
Single
Arch
Nominal Pipe Size

Exp. Jt. I.D.
Special notes: For Spring rate force/pounds, see technical specifications for 42HP on page 16. Standard drilling ANSI B16.1-1975, ANSI B16.24-1991 Class 150#.
1
1 1/4
1 1/2
6
6
6
10
10
10
12
12
12
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/4
1/4
1/4
1/2
1/2
1/2
225
225
225
29
29
29
2
2.5
3
2.3
2.5
3
2
2 1/2
3
4
5
6
6
6
6
6
10
10
10
10
10
12
12
12
12
12
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/4
1/4
1/4
1/4
1/4
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
225
225
225
225
225
29
29
29
29
29
4
4.5
5.5
8
9
4
5.5
6
7.5
8
6
8
10
12
14
6
6
8
8
8
10
10
12
12
12
12
14
14
14
16
1/2
3/4
3/4
3/4
3/4
1/4
3/8
3/8
3/8
3/8
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
225
200
200
200
200
29
29
29
29
29
11
15
23
34
40
9
12
18
22
25
16
18
20
22
24
8
8
8
10
10
12
12
12
14
14
16
16
16
18
18
3/4
3/4
3/4
3/4
7/8
3/8
3/8
3/8
3/8
7/16
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
150
150
150
150
150
29
29
29
29
29
47
56
67
70
79
27
29
35
44
48
30
36
48
60
72
96
10
10
12
12
12
12
14
14
14
14
14
16
18
18
18
18
18
18
1
1
1
1 1/8
1 1/8
1 1/8
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
150
150
100
75
75
75
29
29
29
29
29
29
117
143
198
309
385
485
66
91
138
200
300
432
Page 55
Special notes on movement capability

1) To calculate movement of multiple arch
type for compression extension and lateral
movements, take movement shown in the
above table and multiply by the number
of arches.
2) Movement capability shown is nonconcurrent percentage used in one
movement position and must be deducted
from the other movement position so that
sum of movements dont exceed 100%.
3) Movements shown are based on proper
installation practices.
Special notes on pressures/temperatures
4) For higher temperatures of 220F/104C
pressures might be reduced. Please call
Thorburn engineering with application
details if MCOT (maximum continuous
operating temperature) exceeds 220F/
104C.
THORBURN
EASY-FLEX STYLE 101 TEFLON LINED

MOLDED SINGLE SPHERE EXPANSION JOINT SYSTEM
FOR APPLICATIONS REQUIRING ONLY POSITIVE PRESSURE CONTAINMENT
Thorburn introduces its Easy-Flex style 101
spherical arch Loose fitting teflon lined
expansion joint system. These elastomeric
expansion joints were specifically designed
for positive pressure applications that require
the corrosion resistance of teflon. Typically
they are more economical than our MightySpool series and provide an excellent means
to absorb movement, noise, shock and
vibration in your piping system.
Long flowing arch reduces turbulence, sediment build-up
Design for positive pressure only
All wetted parts corrosion resistant teflon lined
Floating flanges provide simplified installation
Absorbs vibration, noise, shock
Absorbs thermal and/or agitated movement
Wide service range with low cost
Service temperature up to 225F
Positive PSI
Negative In. of Hg3
1.3
1.3
1.3
1.3
1.3
1.3
1.3
1.3
1.3
1.3
1.3
1.3
1.3
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
35
35
35
35
30
30
25
25
25
20
15
10
10
225
225
225
225
225
225
225
225
225
225
225
225
225
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Control Unit &

Rod Set Approx. lbs
Angular Deflection
(degrees )
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
Weights
Joint & Flanges

Approx. lbs
Lateral Deflection
(in.)
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
Pressure
82C/180F
1
1.25
1.5
2
2.5
3
3.5
4
5
6
8
10
12
101-1-5JC
101-1.25-5JC
101-1.5-5JC
101-2-5JC
101-2.5-5JC
101-3-5JC
101-3.5-5JC
101-4-5JC
101-5-5JC
101-6-5JC
101-8-5JC
101-10-5JC
101-12-5JC
1A
1B
2
3
4
Axial Compression
(in.)
F Neutral Length
Thorburn
Part
Number
Item #
Movement
A Nominal
Pipe ID
Size
Construction
3.8
5.0
5.1
7.1
10.6
13.3
16.0
16.5
20.3
22.6
35.5
49.3
73.4
3.2
3.2
4.5
6.4
7.5
8.1
7.2
7.2
8.1
10.3
13.2
21.0
26.5
Part
Materials
Body
Body
Reinforce
Wire
Flange
1A tube lining teflon

1B Cover neoprene
Nylon tire cord
Mild steel galvanized,various
drilling and materials available
WARNING:
Thorburn control units required always in unanchored piping.
Thorburn control units must be installed
when pressures (test, design, surge, operating) exceed rating below.
Pipe size
Pressure
1 through 4
5 through 10
12
180
135
90
NOTES
Note 1: Pressure rating is based on 180F operating
temperature. At higher temperatures the pressure
rating is reduced. Contact Thorburn for details.
Note 2: Pressures shown are recommended
operating. Test pressure is 1.5 times operating.
Burst pressure is approximatly 4 times operating.
Note 3: Thorburn style 101 teflon joints have a
loose fit PTFE liner and are not recommended for
vacuum service.
Note 4: Floating flanges drilling meets 125/150lb
standards. Control units are available on special
order. Add suffix CR2 or CR3, depending on the
number of rods required.
Note 5: On some sizes, cover available in EPDM.
Contact Thorburn for details.
EXAMPLE
101-1-5-JC =
Style 101, 1 Nominal diameter with a 5 face-to-face,

teflon lined, neoprene cover
Page 56
WARNING: Safety shields must be used at

all times in hazardous service.
THORBURN
POWER-FLEX
ULTRA HIGH QUALITY TEFLON
Power-Flex teflon expansion joints are used primarily in fluid conducting systems as resilient connectors and
tremor barriers. They are designed to compensate for misalignment, to absorb expansion and contraction and to
isolate vibration and shock. They are also frequently used to reduce stress on fragile mating flanges.
WARNING
When expansion joints are used, they must not be viewed as a piping
commodity. They must not be casually specified or arbitrarily dropped into a
piping system. Their application requires careful engineering analysis.
Expansion joints should never be used to compensate for misalignment unless
such misalignment is a calculated basis of design. The safety and operability
of a Power-Flex teflon expansion joint, like that of any piece of critical process
equipment, depends upon proper installation, good operating practice and
regular inspection and maintenance.
WHY SPECIFY POWER-FLEX

1) Power-Flex is made from high molecular weight virgin PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene) resin. Crystallinity is carefully controlled, resulting in a long flex-life and high tensile strength. No pigments, lubricants or additives are used which can leach out and
contaminate your process. Rigid inspection for impurities and inclusions is possible, since any contaminants or liner defect is readily
discernible against the white PTFE.
2)
Uniform wall thickness Power-Flex is isostaticly moulded providing uniform wall thickness for consistent performance.
3)
Power-Flex offers T bands standard
a) The T bands prevent damage from overcompression of the expansion joint because the shoulders of the T band will butt when the Power-Flex has reached its
maximum compression limit.
b) The T band gives the PowerFlex greater stability, safety, and a
longer flex-life because it supports
the roots and the side wall of the
convolution under pressure.
Special note: Teflon is a plastic and as such will creep under pressure. The
greater the pressure, the greater the creep, the more the teflon/convolution/
side wall will be supported by the Power-Flex T band.
4)
The cable limit primary function is to prevent overexpansion of the
Power Flex when mating flanges are not aligned. Power-Flex allows for the
flanges to oscillate without adding stress or affecting expansion joint flexibility.
Universal Power-Flex: Two Power-Flex tied together by a
flanged pipe spool in the middle. Gives maximum amount
of angular and parallel movement. Substantially reduces
the amount of force (spring rate) required to cause
movement.
Page 57
THORBURN
POWER-FLEX
PREMIER TEFLON EXPANSION JOINT SYSTEM
MOVEMENT SPECIFICATIONS
2 Convolutions
3 Convolutions
4 Convolutions
Size
Normal
Length
Plus or
Minus Axial
Angular
( Degree)
Parallel
Normal
Length
Plus or
Minus Axial
Angular
( Degree)
Parallel
Normal
Length
1/2
3/4
1
1 1/4
1 1/2
2
2 1/2
3
4
5
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
24
28
30
32
36
42
1 5/8
1 5/8
1 3/4
1 25/32
1 13/16
1 7/8
2 1/8
2 3/16
2 9/32
2 13/32
2 17/32
2 3/4
2 31/32
3 3/16
3 3/8
3 11/16
4
4 5/32
4 21/32
5 1/8
5 5/8
6
6 5/16
7
5/16
5/16
11/32
11/32
11/32
11/32
13/32
13/32
7/16
15/32
15/32
17/32
9/16
19/32
5/8
11/16
3/4
25/32
7/8
1
1 1/16
1 1/8
1 1/4
1 3/8
19
17
16
14
13
12
11
10
9
8
7
6
5
5
5
5
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
2
7/32
7/32
1/4
1/4
1/4
9/32
5/16
5/16
5/16
11/32
3/8
13/32
7/16
15/32
15/32
17/32
9/16
19/32
21/32
3/4
13/16
7/8
15/16
1
2 5/32
2 3/16
2 5/16
2 3/8
2 13/32
2 1/2
2 13/16
2 29/32
3 1/16
3 7/32
3 3/8
3 21/32
3 15/16
4 1/4
4 15/32
4 29/32
5 11/32
5 17/32
6 7/32
6 7/8
7 17/32
8
8 7/16
9 3/8
15/32
15/32
1/2
1/2
17/32
17/32
19/32
5/8
21/32
11/16
23/32
25/32
27/32
29/32
31/32
1 1/16
1 5/32
1 3/16
1 11/32
1 1/2
1 5/8
1 3/4
1 27/32
2
28
25
24
21
20
17
17
15
13
11
10
9
8
7
7
7
7
6
6
6
6
6
6
5
11/32
11/32
3/8
3/8
3/8
13/32
15/32
15/32
1/2
17/32
17/32
19/32
5/8
11/16
23/32
25/32
7/8
29/32
1
1 1/8
1 3/16
1 5/16
1 3/8
1 1/2
2 11/16
2 23/32
2 29/32
2 31/32
3
3 1/8
3 17/32
3 5/8
3 13/16
4 1/32
4 3/16
4 19/32
4 15/16
5 5/16
5 19/32
6 1/8
6 11/16
6 15/16
7 25/32
8 9/16
9 13/32
10 1/16
10 17/32
11 11/16
Note: Applications involving combined axial, parallel and angular movement:

Design Axial Movement
Max. Allowable Axial
Movement
Design Lateral Movement

Max. Allowable Parallel
Movement
Design Angular Movement

Max. Allowable Angular
Movement
5 Convolutions
Plus or
Angular
Minus Axial ( Degree)
5/8
5/8
21/32
11/16
11/16
23/32
13/16
27/32
7/8
29/32
31/32
1 1/16
1 1/8
1 7/32
1 9/32
1 13/32
1 17/32
1 19/32
1 25/32
2
2 5/32
2 5/16
2 13/32
2 11/16
37
34
31
28
26
23
22
20
17
15
14
12
11
10
9
9
9
8
8
8
8
8
8
7
Parallel
15/32
15/32
1/2
1/2
17/32
17/32
19/32
5/8
21/32
11/16
23/32
25/32
27/32
29/32
31/32
1 1/16
1 5/32
1 3/16
1 11/32
1 7/16
1 5/8
1 11/16
1 13/16
2
Pressure temperature rating, see page 59

Vacuum temperature rating, see page 60
-1
6 Convolutions
Size
Normal
Length
Plus or
Minus Axial
Angular
( Degree)
Parallel
Normal
Length
Plus or
Minus Axial
Angular
( Degree)
Parallel
1/2
3/4
1
1 1/4
1 1/2
2
2 1/2
3
4
5
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
24
28
30
32
36
42
3 7/32
3 9/32
3 1/2
3 9/16
3 5/8
3 3/4
4 1/4
4 3/8
4 9/16
4 27/32
5 1/32
5 1/2
5 15/16
6 3/8
6 23/32
7 11/32
8 1/32
8 5/16
9 5/16
10 5/16
11 5/16
12 1/16
12 5/8
14
25/32
25/32
27/32
27/32
7/8
7/8
1
1 1/32
1 3/32
1 5/32
1 3/16
1 5/16
1 13/32
1 17/32
1 19/32
1 3/4
1 29/32
1 31/32
2 7/32
2 7/16
2 11/16
2 7/8
2 27/32
3 3/8
45
41
39
34
32
29
28
25
21
19
17
15
13
12
12
11
11
10
10
10
10
10
10
8
9/16
19/32
5/8
5/8
21/32
21/32
3/4
25/32
13/16
7/8
29/32
31/32
1 1/16
1 1/8
1 3/16
1 5/16
1 7/16
1 1/2
1 21/32
1 13/16
2
2 3/16
2 1/4
2 1/2
3 25/32
3 13/16
4 1/16
4 5/32
4 7/32
4 3/8
4 15/16
5 3/32
5 11/32
5 5/8
5 7/8
6 13/32
6 29/32
7 7/16
7 27/32
8 9/16
9 11/32
9 11/16
10 7/8
12
13 3/16
14 1/16
14 3/4
16 3/8
15/16
15/16
1
1 1/32
1 1/32
1 1/16
1 7/32
1 1/4
1 5/16
1 3/8
1 7/16
1 9/16
1 11/16
1 13/16
1 29/32
2 3/32
2 9/32
2 3/8
2 21/32
2 15/16
3 7/32
3 7/16
3 5/8
4
53
49
45
41
40
34
33
30
26
23
20
18
16
14
14
13
13
12
12
12
12
12
12
10
11/16
11/16
3/4
3/4
25/32
13/16
29/32
15/16
31/32
1 1/32
1 3/32
1 3/16
1 9/32
1 3/8
1 7/16
1 9/16
1 23/32
1 25/32
2
2 3/16
2 7/16
2 9/16
2 11/16
3
Demonstrated Movement
Positions for Power-Flex
Contracted
Normal
Expanded
Angular
Lateral
Special note: Up to 10 convolutions available

for increased movement capability. Contact
Thorburn Flexible piping specialist for
details.
Warning: Safety shields must be used at all times in hazardous service to protect against serious personal injury in the event
of expansion joint failure. Liner sleeves must be used in abrasive service or where sharp-edged solids are or may be present.
Page 58
THORBURN
HOW TO CALCULATE PRESSURE TEMPERATURE

RELATIONSHIP FOR POWER-FLEX TEFLON
Pressure temperature ratings (non-shock)
Since PTFE is a thermoplastic its physical properties are sensitive to changes in temperature.
Hence, the bursting pressure of a Power Flex is a function of temperature. In addition, bursting
pressure is related to a number of other variables, such as:
1. Diameter
2. Number of convolutions
3. Rate of pressure application
4. Extent of contraction from normal length
5. Extent of expansion from normal length
6. Degree of angular misalignment
7. Amount of parallel misalignment
8. Magnitude, frequency and duration of cycle vibration
Graph 1 to the right is a curve relating operating temperature to a Pressure Factor (Fp). The
shape of this curve is similar to that relating the drop in tensile strength of PTFE with increasing
temperature. The Pressure Factor must then be modified by a second factor, F, derived
from Table A. Fs is a function of pipe size, number of convolutions and style.
The recommended non-shock maximum operating pressure can then be determined by equation.
Equation (1) Pmax = (Fp) X (Fs)
If the operating pressure of the system is known and the maximum safe temperature at this
pressure is to be determined, Equation 1 is still applied, using the data from Graph 1 and Table A.
Graph 1 - Relationship between pressure

factor (Fp) and operating temperature
Example: A 6 inch, 5 convolution Power Flex expansion joint is needed for a pipe operating at a maximum pressure of 50 PSI. What is the maximum
safe operating temperature for this Power-Flex expansion joint?
From Equation 1:
50 = (1.30) X Fp
Fp = 38.5
From the curve in Graph 1, the operating temperature at Fp = 38.5 is 275F.
Table A - Pipe size and number of convolutions function (Fs)

Pipe
Size
1/2
3/4
1
1-1/4
1-1/2
2
2-1/2
3
4
5
Style
Squirm Proof
Standard Power-Flex
Squirm Proof
Standard Power-Flex
Squirm Proof
Standard Power-Flex
Squirm Proof
Standard Power-Flex
Squirm Proof
Standard Power-Flex
Squirm Proof
Standard Power-Flex
Squirm Proof
Standard Power-Flex
Squirm Proof
Standard Power-Flex
Squirm Proof
Standard Power-Flex
Squirm Proof
Standard Power-Flex
Number of Convolutions
2
3
4
5
6
2.25
2.25
2.25
2.25
2.25
2.25
2.25
2.25
2.25
2.25
2.25
2.25
2.25
2.25
2.25
2.25
2.25
2.25
2.20
2.20
1.93
1.93
1.93
1.93
1.93
1.93
1.93
1.93
1.93
1.93
1.93
1.93
1.93
1.93
1.93
1.93
1.86
1.86
1.84
1.84
1.87
1.60
1.87
1.62
1.87
1.63
1.87
1.65
1.87
1.66
1.87
1.67
1.87
1.67
1.87
1.67
1.82
1.58
1.81
1.56
1.82
1.25
1.82
1.27
1.82
1.29
1.82
1.31
1.82
1.38
1.82
1.39
1.82
1.39
1.82
1.42
1.78
1.34
1.77
1.33
1.80
1.07
1.80
1.10
1.80
1.13
1.80
1.15
1.80
1.19
1.8
1.20
1.8
1.20
1.81
1.18
1.75
1.14
1.74
1.13
Page 59
Pipe
Size
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
24
30
Style
Squirm Proof
Standard Power-Flex
Squirm Proof
Standard Power-Flex
Squirm Proof
Standard Power-Flex
Squirm Proof
Standard Power-Flex
Squirm Proof
Standard Power-Flex
Squirm Proof
Standard Power-Flex
Squirm Proof
Standard Power-Flex
Squirm Proof
Standard Power-Flex
Squirm Proof
Standard Power-Flex
Squirm Proof
Standard Power-Flex
2
3
4
5
6
2.10
2.10
2.04
2.04
1.95
1.95
1.85
1.85
1.78
1.78
1.70
1.70
1.62
1.62
1.54
1.54
1.47
1.47
1.38
1.38
1.80
1.80
1.75
1.75
1.72
1.72
1.65
1.65
1.58
1.58
1.53
1.53
1.51
1.51
1.41
1.41
1.34
1.34
1.28
1.28
1.77
1.53
1.72
1.50
1.69
1.45
1.61
1.37
1.55
1.31
1.52
1.20
1.49
1.18
1.39
1.16
1.33
1.15
1.27
1.11
1.74
1.30
1.69
1.28
1.64
1.22
1.60
1.19
1.53
1.10
1.50
0.98
1.47
0.96
1.38
0.93
1.31
0.92
1.26
0.87
1.71
1.11
1.66
1.10
1.64
1.07
1.57
1.04
1.51
0.94
1.48
0.84
1.45
0.83
1.36
0.80
1.30
0.79
1.24
0.75
THORBURN
POWER-FLEX VACUUM AND DIMENSIONAL FLANGE DATA

Vacuum rating for Power-Flex teflon expansion joints
The vacuum rating of Power-Flex teflon expansion joints decreases with increasing temperature, diameter and number of
convolutions. Vacuum rings enable Power-Flex through 42 diameter to be rated for full vacuum at temperatures to 400F. The
vacuum ring is a metal hoop, inserted into the root of the convolution. Metal selection is based on the customers specification.
Tantalum, Hastelloy, Monel, stainless steel, Nickel and Zirconium vacuum rings have been used to date. Also available PTFE
coated.
Maximum temperature (F) for full

vacuum service (without vacuum rings)
Dia.
(in.)
1
1.5
2.5
3
4
5
6
8
10
12
14
400
400
400
400
400
400
350
300
250
150
100
3
4
5
400
400
400
400
350
350
300
250
200
150
400
400
400
400
350
350
275
200
150
100
400
400
400
400
350
300
250
150
100
6
400
400
400
400
300
250
200
100
Power-Flex with vacuum rings in place
Consult Thorburn for vacuum rating on vacuum rings above 14 diameter.

--: Use vacuum rings for full vacuum service.
Notes: 1) When vacuum rings are used with any Power-Flex 3 diameter
and larger, a full vacuum rating to 400F is obtained. 2) Please consult
Thorburn for data on partial vacuum applications.
B C
Special drilling
ANSI 150 lb. is standard drilling for PowerFlex flanges. Thorburn can readily supply any
flange drilling (Corning, DIN, 300 lb.,
clearance holes, etc.). Power-Flex expansion
joints are carried in stock with ANSI 150 lb.
drilling, and a combination of ANSI 150 lb.
drilling with Corning drilling. Please consult
Thorburn for any non standard drilling you
may require.
Power
Flex
Size
Flare
Face
(in.)
Flange
Outside
Dia. (in.)
0.5
0.75
1
1.25
1.5
2
2.5
3
4
5
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
24
28
30
1.38
1.69
2.00
2.50
2.88
3.63
4.13
5.00
6.19
7.31
8.50
10.63
12.75
15.00
16.25
18.50
21.00
23.00
27.25
31.25
33.75
3.50
3.88
4.25
4.63
5.00
6.00
7.00
7.50
9.00
10.00
11.00
13.50
16.00
19.00
21.00
23.50
25.00
27.50
32.00
36.50
38.75
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PTFE
Flange
Inside Thickness
Dia. (in.)
(in.)
0.56
0.81
1.00
1.38
1.63
2.06
2.44
3.06
4.00
5.06
6.06
8.00
10.00
11.94
13.13
15.00
16.88
18.81
22.63
26.44
28.00
0.38
0.38
0.41
0.41
0.44
0.44
0.50
0.53
0.56
0.56
0.59
0.69
0.69
0.75
0.81
0.88
0.94
1.00
1.13
1.25
1.38
F holes tapped
G on H circle
Number
of
Holes
Thread
Bolt
Circle
(in.)
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
8
8
8
8
12
12
12
16
16
20
20
32
28
0.5 x 13
0.5 x 13
0.5 x 13
0.5 x 13
0.5 x 13
.63 x 11
.63 x 11
.63 x 11
.63 x 11
.75 x 10
.75 x 10
.75 x 10
.88 x 9
.88 x 9
1x8
1x8
1.13 x 7
1.13 x 7
1.25 x 7
1.25 x 7
1.25 x 7
2.38
2.75
3.13
3.50
3.88
4.75
5.50
6.00
7.50
8.50
9.50
11.75
14.25
17.00
18.75
21.25
22.75
25.00
29.50
34.00
36.00
THORBURN
POWER-FLEX TYPICAL STYLES
Power-Flex liner system
Cable-limit Power-Flex: Offers maximum

flexibility and permits installation where
mating pipe is not aligned.
Use a liner in a Power-Flex as shown

below when:
1. Abrasives are present
2. Metallic or other sharp-edged
particles are or may be present
3. Fluid velocity is high
4. Fluid holds solids that might settle
out in convolution
Limitbolt Power-Flex:
Conventional limit bolt
design.
Squirmproof Power-Flex:
Increases working pressure
for multi-convolution
applications.
Safety shield PS: Photograph shows

PTFE fabric safety shield prior to installation over Power-Flex and mating flanges.
Power-Flex top hat liner system
WARNING: Safety shields must be used at all times in hazardous service to protect against serious personal injury in the event of expansion
joint failure. Liner sleeves must be used in abrasive service or where sharp-edged solids are or may be present.
How to order Power-Flex teflon expansion joints system

Power-Flex
Size
Flange Mat.
Axial Restraint
Liner
Drilling
# convolutions
# of specials
Safety shield
S2
PS
D = Ductile iron
C = Carbon steel
F = FRP
S = Stainless steel
I = Cable limit
O = Limit Bolts
U = Squirmproof
B = Non liner
P = PTFE liner
S = Stainless steel
A = Standard 150 lbs. ANSI

O = Corning
E = Clearance holes
S = Other
Suffix PS
WARNING
Specify
maximum continuous pressure and temperature with
all part numbers
EXAMPLES
1) Power-Flex 8 diameter, 4 convolutions, 150 lb. ANSI, drilling with cable limits PTFE liner and safety shield. The ordering code would be: P8 DIPA-4-PS
2) Power-Flex 20 diameter, 5 convolutions, one flange 150 lb. ANSI one flange clearance holes with limitbolts, carbon steel flanges and Titanium vacuum
rings. The ordering code would be: 20 COBA-4-S2. 1) Titanium vacuum rings. 2) One flange 150 lb. ANSI one flange clearance holes.
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THORBURN
TEF-FLEX MOULDED PTFE EXPANSION JOINTS
Dependability under adverse conditions
Chemically inert and impervious to acids, solvents, caustics and oxidizers
Available in sizes from 1 to 24
Temperature ranging from -300F to 400F
Available with
2, 3 or 5 convolutions
Thorburns Tef-Flex, is a moulded PTFE expansion joint which has

been specifically designed for piping systems requiring the transfer
of corrosive medias at higher pressures and temperatures. Thorburns
Tef-Flex provides tremendous flex life and unmatched reliability.
The virgin unpigmented properties of Tef-Flex increase its physical
properties, adding strength, impermeability and stability at high temperatures. Only known chemicals to react with Tef-Flex are molten
alkali metals, liquid or gaseous florine.
Thorburns skilled flexible piping

specialists installing a PTFE liner to the
Tef-Flex bellows
Tef-Flex operating curve pressure / Vacuum vs temperature
PRESSURE
Burst pressure
4 times
working pressure
VACUUM
WARNING: Operating Tef-Flex at conditions beyond pressure temperature curve may result in premature failure and/
or rupture thus causing property damage or personal injury.
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Please consult Thorburn Engineering if pressures and

temperatures exceed those shown above.
THORBURN
TEF-FLEX MOVEMENT, WEIGHT AND

LINER LENGTH DATA
COMPRESSED
EXPANDED
ANGULAR MISALIGNMENT
Model TF2 (2 convolutions) - Non-concurrent
Model TF3 (3 convolutions) - Non-concurrent
Movement (in.)
Nominal Model
Pipe
Number
Size
1.5
2
2.5
3
4
5
6
8
10
12
1.5TF2
2TF2
2.5TF2
3TF2
4TF2
5TF2
6TF2
8TF2
10TF2
12TF2
Neutral
Length
(in.)
Max
Travel
2.00
2.50
2.50
2.50
3.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
3.75
3.75
0.25
0.38
0.38
0.38
0.50
0.50
0.50
0.50
0.75
0.75
PARALLEL MISALIGNMENT
Movement (in.)
Angular Max. Shipping
Degrees
MisaWeight
()
lignment
(lbs)
(in.)
19
21
17
14
14
11
10
7
7
6
0.13
0.13
0.13
0.13
0.25
0.25
0.25
0.25
0.25
0.25
3.00
8.50
11.25
19.50
25.75
27.50
27.50
48.00
67.00
95.50
Liner
Length
(in.)
Model
Number
Neutral
Length
(in.)
Max
Travel
2.50
3.13
3.13
3.13
3.75
3.75
3.75
3.75
4.75
4.75
1.5TF3
2TF3
2.5TF3
3TF3
4TF3
5TF3
6TF3
8TF3
10TF3
12TF3
2.75
3.25
3.25
3.25
4.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
5.00
5.00
0.50
0.50
0.50
0.50
0.75
0.75
0.75
0.75
1.00
1.00
Angular Max. Shipping

Degrees
MisaWeight
()
lignment
(lbs)
(in.)
34
28
22
20
20
12
14
14
12
10
0.25
0.38
0.38
0.38
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.63
0.63
3.00
8.50
11.25
19.75
26.00
28.00
28.00
48.50
68.50
96.75
Liner
Length
(in.)
3.50
4.00
4.00
4.00
5.00
5.00
5.00
5.00
6.25
6.25
Special notes: 1) Maximum travel is based on installation with no misalignment or angular deflection. 2) Maximum misalignment is based on installation with no travel
or angular deflection. 3) Combined travel and misalignment are proportionately lower for each type of deflection according to the percentage of the Maximum that is
required for the other. 4) 5 convolution joints also available to provide increased movement capabilities.
How to order
Model #
Liner (option)
Special
4TF2
L = PTFE
LM = Metal liner
Shown are
standard
dimensions. Other
flange drilling
available upon
request
Specify
ASA Standard Holes
Corning Style II Holes
Pipe
Size
(in.)
No. of
Holes
Thread
Bolt
Circle
(in.)
No. of
Holes
1.5
2
2.5
3
4
5
6
8
10
12
4
4
4
4
8
8
8
8
12
12
.5 - 13
.63 - 11
.63 - 11
.63 - 11
.63 - 11
.75 - 10
.75 - 10
.75 - 10
.88 - 9
.88 - 9
3.88
4.75
5.5
6
7.5
8.5
9.5
11.75
14.25
17
4
4
4
4
8
8
8
Thread
Bolt
Circle
(in.)
Flange
O.D.
(in.)
.31
.31
.31
.31
.31
.38
.38
3.88
4.75
5.5
6
7.5
8.5
9.5
5
6
7
7.5
9
10
11
13.5
16
19
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- 18
- 18
- 18
- 18
- 18
- 16
- 16
D
Flare
Face
(in.)
2.75
3.5
4
5
6
7
8
10.25
12.25
14.5
E
Flange
Thickness
(in.)
0.38
0.44
0.5
0.69
0.69
0.69
0.69
0.88
1
1
THORBURN
THOR-SHIELD SAFETY SHIELDS

PROTECTION FOR HAZARDOUS CONTAINMENT
Thorburn recommends Thor-Shield to be used in all applications involving hazardous
service. Use Thor-Shield and contain spray-out of conveyed liquid in the event of
expansion joint failure.
Thorburn part number TSS
(To order, add suffix TSS to
expansion joint part number)
Tef-Flex recommended installation procedures

Tef-Flex Torque Values
IPS
1
1 1/2
2
2 1/2
3
Torque
Ft.-Lbs.
IPS
Torque
Ft.-Lbs.
10
15
25
30
40
4
6
8
10
12
30
45
60
50
60
IPS
Torque
Ft.-Lbs
14
16
18
20
24
70
65
90
80
90
Special note: After 24 hours, or one temperature/pressure cycle, all bolts should be checked. Those falling below the minimum torque must be
retorqued.
Thorburn Teflon Expansion Joints Installation Considerations

DONTS
DOS
Inspect for damage during shipment, i.e. dents, broken hardware,

water marks on carton, etc.
Store in clean dry area where it will not be exposed to heavy
traffic or damaging environment.
Use only designated lifting lugs.
It is good practice to leave one flange loose until the expansion
joint has been fitted into position. Make necessary adjustment of
loose flange before welding.
Install joint with arrow pointing in the direction of flow.
Install single Van Stone liners pointing in the direction of flow.
Be sure to install a gasket between the metallic liner and Van Stone
flange as well as between the mating flange and liner.
With telescoping Van Stone liners, install the smallest I.D. liner
pointing in the direction of flow.
Remove all shipping devices after the installation is complete and
before any pressure test of the fully installed system.
Remove any foreign material that may have become lodged
between the convolutions.
Refer to EJMA Standards for proper guides.
WARNING: Thorburns warranty will be void if improper

installation procedures have been used.
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Do not drop or strike carton.

Do not remove shipping bars until installation.
Do not use hanger lugs as lifting lugs without approval of
manufacturer.
Do not use chains or any lifting device directly on the bellows or
bellows cover.
Do not allow weld spatter to hit unprotected bellows.
Protect with wet chloride-free asbestos.
Do not use cleaning agents that contain chlorides.
Do not use steel wool or wire brushes on bellow.
Do not make the piping system fit the expansion joint by stretching,
compressing or offsetting the joint to fit the piping, it may be
overstressed when the system is in service.
Do not force-rotate one end of an expansion joint alignment of
bolt holes. Ordinary bellows are not capable of absorbing torque.
Do not hydrostatic pressure test or evacuate the system before
proper installation of all guides and anchors.
Pipe hangers are not adequate guides.
Do not exceed a pressure test of 1-1/2 times the rated working
pressure of the expansion joint.
Do not use shipping bars to retain the pressure thrust if tested prior
to installation.
THORBURN
HOT-FLEX HF
HEAVY DUTY TEFLON LINED METAL EXPANSION JOINT SYSTEM

Thorburns Hot-Flex expansion joint system is an engineered
product that was specifically designed to provide high
pressure/temperature transfer containment of highly corrosive
medias that could not be safely handled by conventional
metallic, elastomeric or teflon expansion joints.
Thorburn Hot-Flex
expansion joint system
combines the
properties of metal
and teflon into the
most advanced and
versatile expansion
joint available in the
world today
Thorburns Hot-Flex combines the high pressure rating of a

metallic expansion joint with the high temperature corrosion
resistance of teflon, creating a product that will outperform
them both.
Engineering data shown is just a sample of Thorburns HotFlex capabilities. Each Hot-Flex expansion joint can be custom
engineered to your specific application: pressure/temperature
rating, spring rate movement (axial, lateral and angular),
metallic carcass (stainless steel, monel, inconel, hasteloy, etc.),
various lengths.
PTFE Liner Thicknesses 1/8 thick

Typical Design Movements and Force Specifications - Shown to 24 - Available up to 120 ID
Net Weight
(lbs)
Axial
Compression
Axial
Extension
Lateral ()
Angular (deg.)
Axial
(lbs. per 1/8 in.)
Lateral
(lbs. per 1/8 in.)
Angular
(ft.lbs. per deg.)
HF1.5 #C-FM-XX
HF2 #C-FM-XX
HF3-#C-FM-XX
HF4-#C-FM-XX
HF6-#C-FM-XX
HF8-#C-FM-XX
HF10-#C-FM-XX
HF12-#C-FM-XX
HF14-#C-FM-XX
HF16-#C-FM-XX
HF18-#C-FM-XX
HF20-#C-FM-XX
HF24-#C-FM-XX
Neutral
Length
Thorburn
Part
Number
Spring Rate
Diameter
Non-Concurrent Movement
1.5
2
3
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
24
7.00
8.00
9.00
10.00
12.00
12.00
14.00
16.00
16.00
16.00
16.00
16.00
16.00
18
20
27
36
51
73
96
138
165
239
280
343
390
0.69
0.69
0.87
0.87
1.75
1.94
2.12
2.12
2.12
2.12
2.25
2.25
2.25
0.44
0.44
0.56
0.56
1.12
1.25
1.31
1.31
1.31
1.31
1.44
1.44
1.44
0.25
0.25
0.25
0.31
0.62
0.56
0.62
0.56
0.56
0.69
0.75
0.62
0.50
14
14
10
10
12
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
8
38
42
43
62
66
99
82
195
209
154
222
309
326
60
65
79
71
100
78
368
953
562
912
1082
1537
1888
0.60
0.54
1.08
3.28
6.25
18.00
22.00
55.00
79.00
78.00
135.00
191.00
281.00
Notes: 1) #C = number of convolutions, i.e. 10C (Thorburn to specify) Flange material codes: C = Plated carbon steel, S4 = Plated SS304
2) FM = Flange type and material i.e. V = vanstone; F = fixed
S6 = Plated SS316
Other: specify XX =
HOW TO
ORDER
Model
HF
Note 1
Note 2
Note 3
Note 4
Note 5
Size
(in.)
OAL
(in.)
Convolutions
12
16
10C
Standard drilling #150
Flange
Type/Material
Accessories
Rod & Flange
Material
pressure psi & temp. F.
FC
AC
50/212
XX=Specify design
Available in different lengths for increased movement capabilities.

Rods and flanges also available in stainless 304SS, 316SS, inconel, hasteloy, monel. Also teflon coated for special externally corrosive applications. Call
Also available with other drilling patterns: 300, DIN, JIS, British standard, etc. Please specify requirement.
Always specify required design pressure and temperature requirements.
Available in sizes up to 120.
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THORBURN
HOT-FLEX HF CONSTRUCTION DETAILS

Hot-Flex PTFE or FEP teflon tube formed into a
stainless steel, inconel, monel or hasteloy corrugated tube.
Flanges: Floating type (150#, 300# or metric).

Available in carbon steel, stainless steel or teflon
coated to meet your specific requirements.
Options: Gimbal-hinged-dual-externally pressurized-pressure balanced.

Working temperatures: from -300F to +400F.
Note: For environmentally corrosive

applications, laminated elastomeric or teflon covers available
Working pressures: 50 - 150 - 300 psi available

(please specify).
DANGER:
Absorbs pipe movements and stress

Isolates mechanical
vibration
Protects against surge
forces
Thor-Shields must be used at all times in hazardous service to protect against serious personal injury in the event of expansion joint failure.
Thorburn internal liners must be used in abrasive service or where sharp-edge solids are or may be present.
HOT-FLEX REQUIRED SPECIFICATION DESIGN DETAILS

1.
Installation position
SAFETY
Is fluid hazardous?
Yes
No
Horizontal
Are abrasive solids present?
Yes
No
Vertical
Up
Down
Flow
(If yes to any of those questions, a Thor-Shield must be used)
Installed length
in.
2.
Flange drilling
lb.
FLUID PROPERTIES
Medium
5.
Velocity
Pressure test
psig. @
3.
Operating pressure
psig @
MATERIALS OF CONSTRUCTION
MARKING: CONDITIONS NOT TO BE EXCEEDED
Metallic carcass
Axial movement
in.
Flanges
Lateral movement
in.
Internal liner (if required)
Angular movement
in.
4.
Angular movement
degrees
EXPANSION JOINT FEATURES
Are limit bolts to be factory set to eliminate pressure thrust?
Size in. nominal diameter

Internal liner
Yes
No
Yes
Safety shield
Yes
No
6.
No
SPRING RATE REQUIREMENTS IF APPLICABLE
Axial
lbs./in.
Lateral
lbs./in.
Angular
7.
ft.-lbs./degree
DESIGN PARAMETERS
Condition
Pressure
(psig)
Vacuum
(in., Hg.)
Temp.
(F)
Testing
Installation
Tolerance
Normal
Operation
Cold Weather
Shutdown
Design
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Axial (in.)
MOVEMENTS*
Lateral (in.)
Angular (deg.)
THORBURN
BALLAST WATER SECONDARY CONTAINMENT

EXTERNALLY PRESSURIZED EXPANSION JOINT SYSTEM
225 PSI EXTERNAL
PRESSURE DESIGN
Thorburn is the only manufacturer
of rubber expansion joints in the
world who has designed, built and
tested its elastomeric expansion
joints for external pressure up to
225 psi (1052 kPa), in sizes up to
and including 28 (111 mm) diameter. This proprietory design was
developed for one of the worlds
largest offshore oil rigs, Hibernia,
situated off the coast of St.Johns
Newfoundland, Canada.
Tube/Cover Elastomer Codes

Rubber
codes
(XY)
Tube
Cover
Max. Op.
Temp. F
AC
CC
DC
FC
HC
HH
Natural
Neoprene
Nitrile
Hypalon
EPDM
EPDM
Neoprene
Neoprene
Neoprene
Neoprene
Neoprene
EPDM
180
225
225
212
225
250
Material
Hibernia offshore developmental project used

Thorburns flexible piping technology to provide
external pressure containment, stress and movement
absorption on its permanent ballast water containment piping system over 80 meters under the
Atlantic Ocean, off the East coast of Newfoundland
Patented and Patent Pending

ADVANTAGES
Contains over 200 psi external or

internal pressure differential
Absorbs pipe movement and stress
Protects against surge forces
Sea water resistant
Thorburns Model 42HP-HDX being assembled, ready for external testing.

Thorburn proprietary system was successfully tested in the pressure chamber on
the right to 225 psi external pressure.
Thorburn Basic Number
Nominal
Size (in.)
Arches
Face
to face
42HPHDX-24S-XY
42HPHDX-24D-XY
42HPHDX-24T-XY
42HPHDX-26S-XY
42HPHDX-26D-XY
42HPHDX-26T-XY
42HPHDX-28S-XY
42HPHDX-28D-XY
42HPHDX-28T-XY
24
24
24
26
26
26
28
28
28
Single
Double
Triple
Single
Double
Triple
Single
Double
Triple
14
18
22
14
18
22
14
18
22
XY = Tube / Cover elastomer
Other sizes available upon request
Non-Concurrent Movement
Axial
Compression Extension
Lateral
1.5
3.0
4.5
1.5
3.0
4.5
1.5
3.0
4.5
0.75
1.5
2.25
0.75
1.5
2.25
0.75
1.5
2.25
0.75
1.5
2.25
0.75
1.5
2.25
0.75
1.5
2.25
Bolt pattern to suit mating flange requirements
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Weight
(lbs)
225
250
275
250
275
300
275
300
325
THORBURN
FLEXI-DUCT SERIES
FDR Elastomeric and FDC Composite ducting expansion joint system
Pressures to 3 psi
Available in round or rectangular profiles
Model FDR:
Elastomeric for ducting temperatures

below 400F
Model FDC:
Composite type for ducting temperatures

above 400F
Thorburns Flexi-Duct Series FDR & FDC are non-metallic ducting

expansion joints that are custom built and designed to provide stress
relief in ducting systems by absorbing movement caused by thermal
changes. Thorburn Flexi-Duct expansion joints also act as vibration
isolators, shock-absorbers and make up for minor misalignments.
Flexi-Duct Typical Expansion Joint Components

1.
Gas Seal Flexible Membrane
4.
Thorburn Flexi-Duct gas seal flexible membrane is designed to

withstand system pressure and be resistant to chemical attack from
the interior and the exterior. The gas seal must also have the
flexibility to absorb thermal movements. Depending on the system
temperature, it may or may not require additional thermal
protection.
2.
Insulating Layers
Back-Up Bars
Thorburn Flexi-Duct backup bar, positioned at the flange attachment,
uses clamping pressure to create the fabric-to-duct seal and restrains
the fabric when it is subjected to the system pressure. The thickness
and width of Thorburns backup bar should be sufficient to perform
this function with the bolt spacing being used. The edges of Thorburns backup bar have a radius to preclude cutting of the fabric.
5.
Thorburn Flexi-Duct insulating layers provide a thermal barrier

to ensure that the inside surface temperature of the gas seal membrane does not exceed its maximum service temperature. The insulating layer can also reduce condensation caused by the gas
stream coming in contact with the cool surface of an uninsulated
gas seal membrane.
Metal Liner or Baffle

Thorburn Flexi-Duct liner is designed to protect the gas seal membrane and insulating layers of the flexible element from abrasive particles which may be present in the gas stream. A liner is also used to
reduce flutter of the fabric element caused by turbulence, to help control the accumulation of dust or ash in the expansion joint cavity and
to reduce the temperature of the flexible element.
6. Fly ash Barrier

Thorburn Flexi-Duct fly ash barrier system is intended to deter fly
ash from building up in the expansion joint cavity. It is typically used,
in conjunction with a liner, in duct runs from boilers to air clean-up
equipment such as precipitators, scrubbers and bag houses, or whenever high amounts of dust or ash are present in the gas. A fly ash
barrier must be capable of retaining its strength and flexibility while
being exposed to maximum system temperatures and media.
7. Fabric Attachment Flanges

3.
Insulating Retainer Layer

This layer is provided solely to keep the insulating layers in place
in order to maintain thermal integrity. The retaining layer must be
capable of withstanding gas stream temperatures and must be
chemically compatible with system media.
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Thorburn Flexi-Duct attachment flanges are required to connect the

flexible element to the ductwork. Properly designed, they can be attached directly to the duct work and thus eliminate the necessity for
an adjoining duct flange. Thorburn Flexi-Duct flanges can be designed with a landing bar duct attachment which allows some installation misalignment without affecting the flexible element. The
flanges establish the stand off height of the fabric, which is necessary
to achieve thermal integrity during all movement conditions.
THORBURN
WHY USE THORBURN NON-METALLIC

FLEXI-DUCT EXPANSION JOINT SYSTEMS
BENEFITS
Lower System Design Costs: Since Flexi-Duct expansion joints can

accommodate all of the types of movements concurrently, the resultant
system cost can be reduced as follows:
The number of total expansion joints may be reduced to take advantage

of the large, multi-plane movements.
The same movements can be derived in shorter face-to-face

dimensions than metal expansion joints.
The system geometry can be simplified.
The use of costly toggles, hangers, support structures and guides can
be extensively reduced.
The engineering time required to design the system is significantly

reduced.
Thorburn Flexi-Duct expansion joints are a practical and

economical solution that is indivudually designed to meet
the specific requirements of each application
Low Material Costs: The use of high alloy metals may not be required
to meet the corrosion resistance required by the application. The variety of Flexi-Duct elastomers and plastics available will allow
the selection of the precise, least expensive material.
Lower Shipping and Installation Costs: Flexi-Duct non-metallic expansion joint can be factory pre-assembled and shipped to
the jobsite for ease of installation. Flexi-Duct expansion joints are relatively light weight and can be hoisted into place with a
minimum of field assembly required.
No Gaskets Required: Since most installations are either welded into place or use integral rubber flanges, the use of gaskets may
not be required (For those installations utilizing metal flanges bolted into place, gaskets will be required.).
Lower Replacement Cost: Changing Flexi-Duct non-metallic expansion joints can be done with a minimum of downtime. The
expansion joint can be provided either factory spliced or open ended for field splicing.
FEATURES
Large Movements: Flexi-Duct non-metallic expansion joint offers multi-plane movements in

a shorter face-to-face dimension. The ability to accommodate axial, lateral (in two planes),
torsional and angular movements concurrently is an inherent capability of the non-metallic
expansion joint designs.
Low Loads: The spring rates generated by the movements or required to move the expansion
joints are very low.
Corrosion Resistance: Flexi-Duct non-metallic expansion joints use of the wide variety of
elastomers, fabrics and plastics allows the selection of the correct materials for each application. The superior corrosion resistance of Flexi-Duct rubbers and plastics can extend the life of
the expansion joint.
Sound and Vibration Elimination: The outstanding vibration and sound attenuation
characteristics of Flexi-Duct elastomers help
prevent premature system degradation.
High Temperature: With the use of special

materials, Flexi-Duct non-metallic expansion
joints can withstand over 1000 degrees
Fahrenheit operating temperatures.
Thorburn Flexi-Duct is
custom designed for air and
gas ducting systems
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Chemical and Temperature

Resistance for Design Conditions
Temperature -100C to +1000C
-150F to 1850F
Pressure
3 psi
THORBURN
FLEXI-DUCT SERIES FDR & FDC

APPLICATIONS
Increasing environmental considerations have resulted in rigid regulations on stack gas emissions for power generating and industrial
facilities. Therefore, layouts for dust removal and gas scrubbing equipment have required increasingly complex duct work systems.
The complexity of these new systems have provided Thorburn with the need to design and develop the worlds most technologically
advanced ducting expansion joint systems to solve problems created by the thermal and mechanical stresses developed in the ducting
and associated equipment. Thorburns Flexi-Duct type expansion joints are being specified by designers and operators of large flue
gas and combustion air systems for power generating stations and industrial plants.
Powerplant ducting with long runs, multiple air or gas paths and high temperatures, are extremely demanding on Thorburn metallic and nonmetallic expansion joints
INDUSTRIES
SYSTEMS
Gas turbine exhausts

Low pressure process gas and air
Exhaust gas and air
Heat recovery
Air pollution and fume control
Scrubber
Precipitator
Baghouse
Stack hot air
Flue gas duct
Refineries
Cement plants
Pulp & paper mills
Food processing plants
Chemical plants
Petrochemical plants
Steel mills
Foundries
Smelters
Marine
Incinerators
Power generation
Typical Flexi-Duct Non-Metallic

Expansion Joint Applications
Expansion joint
installed on the outlet
flange of a gas turbine
Custom-engineered round
expansion joints ready for
shipment
Flexi-Duct expansion joint can be

designed for high temperature
service up to 1800F
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Typical Flexi-Duct
radius corner
Vertical expansion joint

located between
precipitator and stack
THORBURN
FLEXI-DUCT SERIES
FDR Elastomeric and FDC Composite Ducting Expansion Joint Systems
DESIGNS
Thorburns Flexi-Duct expansion joint designs will fall into two basic types; elastomeric FDR or composite FDC. Within the two basic
types, Flexi-Duct is manufactured either in a belt or integral moulded
flange design (please see sketches on the right).
An important consideration in selecting Thorburns Flexi-Duct
expansion joint is the system temperature. In general, there are two
classifications: those operating under 400F (typically elastomeric)
and those operating above 400F (typically composite).
MATERIALS USED IN THORBURNS FLEXIDUCT NON-METALLIC EXPANSION JOINTS

The performance of Thorburns Flexi-Duct non-metallic
expansion joints for various gas ducting systems is
determined by the severity of the environment and by
the selection of the materials for each component of the
expansion joint. Selection of materials must be based on
both operating temperature and chemical resistance. A
corrosive atmosphere that might not have a noticeable
effect at low temperature could have a disastrous effect
at higher temperatures still within the basic heat resistance
capability of the material. Conversely, systems at or below
the dew point can result in highly corrosive condensates.
The proper selection of materials will endure long term
performance of Thorburns non-metallic expansion joints
in even the most adverse ducting system environment.
SINGLE PLY
DESIGN
For pressures up to 2 psi
For pressures up to 3 psi

DOUBLE PLY
DESIGN
TYPICAL FLEXI-DUCT CONSTRUCTION ELEMENTS
Elastomers:
Are used to provide gas sealings of the ducting

media.
Fabrics:
Are used to provide pressure containment of the

ducting system. In addition, fabrics are used for
inner and intermediate layers in composite style
joints as thermal barriers and mechanical
reinforcement. The selection of fabrics is based
upon compatibility with the specific thermal,
chemical and mechanical requirements of the
system.
Insulating layers:
Are designed to reduce interface temperatures to

a level which permits satisfactory performance
and life of the fabrics and gas seal membrane.
Fiberglass blankets perform well to 1000F and
ceramic blankets perform well to 1800F, but do
have mechanical and chemical limitations.
Typical High Temperature Flexi-Duct

Composite Construction
Nominal 1850 F. (1000 C,)
Liners and barriers: Are designed to protect the expansion joint

against system mechanical damages such as
erosion or abrasion.
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Nominal 250F. (120C,)

Maximum 1300 F. (700 C,)
Approximately
140F. (60C,)
Maximum 930 F. (500 C,)
THORBURN
FLEXI-DUCT ENGINEERING DESIGN CONCEPTS
FLANGE HEIGHT AND SETBACK
The Setback (Stand-off Height)

This is the distance to which the expansion joint
(flexible element) is moved outward from the gas
stream to allow for lateral movements and to prevent
the joint from protruding into the gas stream or rubbing
on the baffle when operating under negative pressures.
Proper setback also reduces the thermal transfer effect
on the inner face of the expansion joint and prevents
abrasion from particles in the gas stream. Consult
Thorburn for their recommended setback.
The Flange Height
The standard flange height for the elastomeric type is
3 inches. Variations are available to meet certain
applications.
Overall Duct Flange Height
To determine overall mating duct flange heights, expansion joint flange height plus Thorburns recommended setback
must be considered. To accommodate deviations from standard dimensions, custom modifications to standard sizes
are available. Consult Thorburn for details.
BOLT SPACING
In order to properly seal the expansion joint at the duct

flange, all flange bolt holes spacing is standardized at a
four inch or six inch center-to-center distance. Holes
are typically slotted, but round holes are available.
Bolt size
Flange bolt hole spacing
1/2
4 inch C-C
5/8
4 or 6 inch C-C
A corner hole is required on all rectangular

expansion joints
Typical examples of flange setback and calculation of flange outside diameter
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THORBURN
FLEXI-DUCT ENGINEERING DESIGN CONCEPTS
MOVEMENTS
The face-to-face dimension of Thorburns Flexi-Duct

expansion joint, as installed, is a major design consideration.
In general, an increased face-to-face dimension results in
greater movement capabilities.
Three dimensional system movements can occur five ways
and in any combination. They are outlined below.
A Axial Compression: The dimensional shortening of the
expansion joint face-to-face gap parallel to its longitudinal
axis.
B Axial Extension (elongation): The dimensional
lengthening of the expansion joint face-to-face gap parallel
to its longitudinal axis.
C Lateral: The dimensional displacement of the inlet and
the outlet flanges of the expansion joint perpendicular to
its longitudinal axis.
TYPICAL MOVEMENT CAPABILITIES

Belt
Span/
Belt free
length
Breach
Opening/
Installed
length
Axial
compression
Axial
extension
Lateral
deflection
5-1/2
1/2
8-1/2
1/2
12
11
16
15
The movements shown are representative of a movement occuring in any

direction from the true centerline of the expansion joint. Greater
movement can be accommodated by pre-offsetting the duct-work opposite
the anticipated movement.
D Torsional rotation: The twisting of one end of the expansion joint with respect to the other end about its longitudinal axis.
E Angular rotation: That movement which occurs when one flange of the expansion joint is moved to an out-of-parallel position
with the opposite flange.
BACK-UP AND CLAMPING BARS
These are metal bars used for the purpose of clamping the Flexi-Duct expansion joint to the mating ductwork flanges or clamping
the fabric portion of a belt-type expansion joint to the metal adapter flanges.
Standard back-up bar sizes are 3/8 x 2 and 3/8 x 1-1/2; other sizes may be available. Back-up bar selection depends upon the bolt
spacing, bolt hole size and expansion joint flange height.
Other forms of clamping bars include L shapes, channels and bars with clamp strips on the clamping surface.
To prevent damage to the Flexi-Duct expansion joint, Thorburn removes all sharp edges from the back-up bars which may come into
contact with the flexible element by grounding smooth to a radius.
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THORBURN
FLEXI-DUCT DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS

promote problems. The following examples help illustrate correct
design methods for expansion joints and ducting insulation.
SYSTEM TEMPERATURE
Insulation and Condensation Within the Ducting
High temperature ducting systems are frequently insulated to
conserve energy and help prevent internal condensation and
corrosion of the ducting. Properly designed expansion joint
elements meet these criteria. Poorly designed components will
Insulating Layers
The thermal barrier of a multilayer fabric element must resist
heat, moisture and acid attack. Additional retaining layers must
be made of materials which remain strong and flexible when
exposed to high temperatures and acids or condensates resulting
from operation at or below the dew point.
WHEN THE MAXIMUM CONTINUOUS SYSTEM OPERATING TEMPERATURE (MCSOT) IS NEAR THE GAS DEW POINT AND
LESS THAN THE ALLOWABLE SERVICE TEMPERATURE OF THE GAS SEAL MEMBRANE MATERIAL:
GOOD DESIGN
Dew Point Composite Belt Style
POOR SELECTION OF MATERIALS

Single Ply Gas Seal Membrane
Outer weather ply

Flexible insulation
Gas seal membrane
Duct fully
insulated
Flow
Ducting and expansion joint are not properly insulated.
Expansion joint flexible element is fully insulated to conserve energy, Severe condensation is possible.
Costly heat energy is lost.
yet easily accessible for inspection and replacement.
Outer gas seal
membrane
Insulation
Single Ply Belt Style

Permanent duct
insulation by others
Flow
Porous
retainer
layer
Misapplication of a hi-temp composite belt causes:

Ducting and expansion joint are not properly insulated.
Severe condensation is possible.
Costly heat energy is lost.
Gas seal membrane,

replaceable from
inside the duct
WHEN THE MAXIMUM CONTINUOUS SYSTEM OPERATING TEMPERATURE (MCSOT) EXCEEDS THE ALLOWABLE SERVICE
TEMPERATURE OF THE GAS SEAL MEMBRANE MATERIAL:
Outer gas seal membrane
Flexible insulation
Retainer layer
GOOD DESIGN
High temperature
composite belt to
900F MCSOT
POOR SELECTION OF MATERIALS AND

Single ply gas seal
CONSTRUCTION
membrane
4 min.
Flow
Gas seal membrane is exposed to full system temperature.

Minimizes heat loss and permits optimum cooling of the gas seal membrane Attachment flanges are insulated and turned-in, preventing adequate
cooling and accelerating deterioration of the gas seal membrane.
Flange standoff reduces the temperature of the belt and the critical
attachment area, thereby maximizing service life.
6 min.
Hi-temp composite belt isolated from

flanges using insulation tape
Extreme hi-temp
construction to
1200F MCSOT
Flow
Hi-temp insulation bag
Additional insulation reduces the temperature in the expansion joint

cavity to an acceptable level.
Exterior insulation prevents the necessary cooling of the gas seal membrane and attachment flanges, resulting in severe degradation of the
expansion joint.
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THORBURN
FLEXI-DUCT DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS

Flexi-Duct Abrasion Resistance Capability
When fly ash and solid particulate matter are present, their
accumulation or abrasiveness must be considered.
Thorburn Flexi-Duct expansion joint has excellent
abrasion resistance when the inner ply is elastomer coated.
When the inner ply is TFE, TFE coated fabric or various
fiberglass and asbestos fabrics, the inside surface of the
expansion joint must be protected from the direct
impingement of particulates. This protection is provided
by internal metal liner either welded, bolted or integral to
the expansion joint or the duct.
Fly Ash Accumulation

Thorburn Flexi-Duct expansion joint typically creates a cavity in the
duct-work where fly ash or dust can accumulate. When this accumulation
becomes severe, it can inhibit movement of the expansion joint. Fly
ash accumulation can be minimized by carefully designing liner
clearances and adding a fly ash barrier.
1) ACCUMULATION BARRIER
Thorburns accumulation barrier design, which fills the entire cavity
with a material less dense than fly ash, is commonly used on high
temperature, dry systems or where fly ash accumulation is only a
problem on one side, such as the bottom of a horizontal duct.
2) MEMBRANE BARRIER
Thorburns membrane barrier design, consisting of a thin, flexible
material such as fabric, wire mesh or high alloy metal sheet, is
used in a variety of environments where a barrier is required around
the entire perimeter of Thorburn Flexi-Duct expansion joint.
3) INSULATION BARRIER
Thorburns insulation barrier design includes placing insulating
materials in the cavity between the expansion joint and the liner.
External Environment Considerations

Correct operation of Thorburns high temperature Flexi-Duct expansion joints requires that a portion of the system heat be dissipated
to the external environment. Abnormally hot ambient conditions or an adjacent heat source, reflective surface or duct insulation may
create temperatures which exceed the limits of the gas seal membrane and should be considered when designing the system.
An external cover may be desirable to help protect against falling objects or the accumulation of combustible materials such as coal or
saw dust. Covers should be designed by the expansion joint manufacturer to ensure that proper air circulation requirements are
satisfied.
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THORBURN
ANGLE FRAME STYLES FOR RECTANGULAR,

SQUARE OR ROUND DUCTS
Best choice when liners (baffles) are required

Landing bar type fit allows for duct misalignment
Accommodates any flat belt selection
Shipped fully assembled for easy installation
Rectangular joints have full radius corners

Low replacement cost of flexible element
Best choice for attachment of a fly ash barrier
Flanges can act as duct stiffeners
B BELT ONLY
BB BELT & BACK-UP BARS
BF BOLTED FLANGES
FLW FLANGE LINER WELDED
AFW ANGLE FLANGE WELDED
Thorburn Flexi-Duct expansion joints with flat

expansion belts must always be installed with a radius
corner to assure a leak tight seal. A 3 radius is
satisfactory for most conditions.
SPECIAL ANGLE FRAME STYLES

EBF
EXTERNALLY
INSTALLED BOLTED IN
FLANGE
Active length
Back-up
bars
Typical belt
profile
Angle
frames
Breach opening
Gas flow
Designed for easy, low cost replacement of

flexible element
Designed for operation below the allowable
service temperature of the gas seal membrane
Adaptable to any flat belt frame style
Flexible element can be replaced from inside
the ducting
EIBF
EXTERNALLY/
INTERNALLY
INSTALLED BOLTED
FLANGE
IBF
INTERNALLY
BOLTED
FLANGE
Gas flow
Accommodates any flat belt selection

Rectangular joints have full radius corners
Shipped fully assembled for easy installation
Low cost
Includes factory bolt holes
Tack-welded nuts are optional
Also available weld frame design
Accommodates a flanged duct

Bolting accessible from exterior of duct
Designed for operation below the allowable
service temperature of the gas seal membrane
Tack-welded nuts are optional
Breach opening
Typical belt
profile
Clamping bars
Angle
frames
Breach opening
Back-up bars
Typical belt
profile
Active length
Gas flow
Angle
frames
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THORBURN
ANGLE FRAME STYLES FOR RECTANGULAR,

SQUARE OR ROUND DUCTS
UB BELT ONLY
UBB BELT & BACK-UP BARS
BREECH
OPENING
BREECH
OPENING
BREECH
OPENING
UBF BOLTED FLANGES
BREECH
OPENING
BREECH
OPENING
SET
BAC
SET
BAC
UFL FLANGE/LINER
SET
UAFW ANGLE FLANGE WELDED
BAC
K
LATE
RAL
MOV
EME
NT
Thorburn Flexi-Duct expansion joints must always be

installed with a radius corner to assure a leak-tight seal.
A 3 radius is satisfactory for most conditions.
Please note that bolts and nuts are available upon request
TYPICAL SET-BACK HEIGHTS (MINIMUM)
Installed length / Breach opening
Free length / Span
Set-back height flat belt, positive pressure
Set-back height flat belt, negative pressure
5-1/2
6
3
4
Thorburns LAM expansion joint has a diaphragm

design for accommodating very large axial
movements. The special belt geometry eliminates
stress and overlap problems.
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8-1/2
9
3
6
11
12
4
6
15
16
6
7
THORBURN
FLEXI-DUCT MOULDED CORNER TYPE MC

Rectangular or Square Ducting Systems
Thorburn frame Type MC expansion joint features integrally moulded fabric reinforced elastomer belt corners
requiring only one longitudinal splice. Flat mounting-bars connect the fabric to the integrated flanges.
Thorburn frame Type MC has many advantages. Its design allows for maximum movement capabilities. It is
also a low cost joint because it eliminates the need for an additional metal frame (corrosion-affected hardware)
and installation time is minimized. Thorburn Type MC is bolted and self-seals itself to the existing duct flange.
Temperature ranges are from -60 to +500F, depending upon the elastomer/fluoroplastic fabric selection. Weldin or bolt-on flow liners may be added when the medium contains erosive dust or heavy particulate matter.
Higher temperature capabilities are possible utilizing the Thorburn composites build-up.
Accommodates a flanged duct

Bolting accessible from exterior of duct
Replaces existing moulded corner joints
Low initial cost
Designed for operation below the
allowable service temperature of the gas
seal membrane
Thorburn MC moulded corner
Thorburn MCWL moulded corner with weld-in flow liner
Thorburn MCBL moulded

corner with bolt-in flow liner
TYPICAL SETBACK HEIGHTS (MINIMUM*)

Breach opening installed length
12
16
Moulded corner, positive pressure
Moulded corner, negative pressure
Setback height
* Manufacturing procedures may require slightly greater standoff;

special clearance restrictions should be specified.
Typical moulded corner rectangular expansion joint. This
design is routinely used for scrubber, precepitator, baghouse
and stack hot air or flue gas duct.
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THORBURN
FLEXI-DUCT TYPICAL MATERIALS FOR CONSTRUCTION,

TEMPERATURE LIMITS AND CHEMICAL COMPATIBILITY
Temperature Limits of Flexi-Duct Elastomeric and Composite Materials (F)
Elastomer or
Polymeric Coating
Thorburn
Codes
Gas Seal
Membrane
Minimum
Temperature
(Low Temp.
Brittle Point)
Typical System
Temperature
Uncoated
Typical
Continuous
Materials
Temperature*
Neoprene
-40
180-225
Hypalon
-40
EPDM
Butyl/Chlorobutyl
Material Intermittent Use**

Temp.
Time/Hrs.
180
250
168
225-275
225
250
350
2600
70
-60
260-325
260
300
350
500
200
-40
260-300
260
350
150
Viton (Dupont)/Flurel (3M)
-40
400-450
400
550
600
650
240
48
1
Teflon
-110
500-625
550
650
700
100
75
* These temperatures represent materials capabilities, in a soaking temperature environment where heating occurs only on one side, not system temperature.
** Excessive intermittent use at high temperatures may have a detrimental effect on useful life at maximum operating temperatures.
Chemical Compatibility of Flexi-Duct Elastomeric and Composite Materials

Neoprene
(C)
EPDM
(H)
Hypalon
(F)
Butyl/
Chlorobutyl (E)
Viton
(I)
Teflon
(J)
Dilute sulfuric acid, R.T.**
Dilute sulfuric acid, Hot*
Conc. sulfuric acid, R.T.**
Conc. sulfuric acid, Hot*
Dilute hydrochloric acid, R.T.**
Dilute hydrochloric acid, Hot*
Conc. hydrochloric acid, R.T.**
Conc. hydrochloric acid, Hot*
Sulfur dioxide, Wet
Sulfur trioxide, Dry
Steam, 212F
Rating code: A: Little or no effect; B: Minor to moderate effect; C: Severe effect
* Hot temperature: 158F
** Room temperature: 70F
Temperature Limits & Chemical Compatibility of Various Flexi-Duct Uncoated Fabrics
Fiberglass
Monel or
Inconel
Reinforced
AAA
Asbestos
Nylon
Polyester
Aramid
AAAA
Chrysotile
Asbestos
230
250
450-700
900
700-1000
1200
Dilute sulfuric acid
Good
Good
Good
Fair
V. Good
Good
V. Good
V. Good
Conc. sulfuric acid
Poor
Fair
Poor
Poor
Good
Fair
V. Good
V. Good
SO2, SO3
Good
Good
Good
V. Good
V. Good
V. Good
V. Good
V. Good
Temperature F
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Silica
AluminaSilica
1800
2000
THORBURN
HOW TO ORDER FLEXI-DUCT

Thorburns Flexi-Duct round and rectangular fabric expansion joints can be specified or ordered by part number
directly from this catalogue. The following instructions will help determine the correct part number. Completion
of the Expansion Joint Specification Sheet, on page 80 of this catalogue, is also helpful and enables Thorburns
engineering staff to verify that the correct design has been selected.
How to determine a Flexi-Duct part number
Follow the instructions below to complete Thorburn Flexi-Duct part number. Several examples have been selected
to demonstrate different designs (page 81).
Assembly
MCSOT
Pressure
Style
Liner
Span
Free
Length
FD
Duct Size Materials Additional

Inside
Instructions
Dimension
7
*For Codes, see page 79
1
A
U
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Assembled - Ready for immediate installation. Includes backup bars, nuts and bolts.
Unassembled - Match-marked and packaged to minimize
assembly at the jobsite.
BA Belt, Assembled - Fabric belt elements are provided as a

factory-spliced, endless loop, to fit existing frames.
BU Belt, Unassembled - Fabric elements are prepared for splicing
at the jobsite (see item 7).
Factory holes, back-up bars, nuts and bolts must be specified if
required.
MAXIMUM CONTINUOUS SYSTEM

OPERATING TEMPERATURE (F)
This is the highest temperature at which the system normally

operates. Excursion (upset) temperatures and durations should be
specified on the Expansion Joint Specification Sheet. For
applications exceeding 1200F, please consult Thorburns
Engineering Department.
LINER REQUIREMENT
Integral liner - factory assembled as part of the metal frame.
LP Loose liner by Thorburn - shipped loose, properly sized and

match-marked to minimize field installation.
LO Liner by others.
NL No liner.
When the Frame Style includes an integral liner, such as ULF,
RLFW, MCBL or MCWL designs, enter L in the part number.
SPAN (Face to Face Dimension)
Span (the working face to face dimension) defines the

unrestrained width of the fabric element, and is typically the
distance between the inner edges of the back-up bars. This
dimension determines the amount of movement the expansion joint
is capable of absorbing, and should not be confused with the
installed face to face dimension / breach opening of the entire
assembly.
The graphs on page 81 show maximum concurrent movement
capabilities for four standard spans.
SYSTEM OPERATING PRESSURE
Notes:
Positive pressure only
Negative pressure only
Torsion and angular movement capabilities may be obtained

by consulting Thorburns Engineering Department.
NP
Negative and positive pressure
Larger spans are possible, depending on system pressures and

movements, and require consultation of Thorburns
Engineering.
Non-standard face to face dimensions are available.
Movements must be specified in the description accompanying

the part number.
Maximum rated operating pressure: 90 in. H 0 (3 psig)

2
FRAME STYLE
Select the appropriate frame style from the standard designs on

the preceeding page. Enter the respective two or three letter code
in the part number. For frame styles, see pages 76 and 77.
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THORBURN
HOW TO ORDER FLEXI-DUCT

A significant difference exists between the movement capabilities of round expansion joints and large rectangular joints (sides exceeding
30 length). This difference is due to the folding characteristics of the fabric element which vary depending on whether it is attached
to straight or curved flanges.
The curves indicate the lateral movement capability corresponding to each increment of axial movement. When little or no axial
movement is specified, lateral capability can be obtained by precompressing the joint (and installing at a shorter face to face dimension)
or increasing flat belt width.
CAUTION:
INSTALLATION
TEMPERATURE AND
DUCT TOLERANCES
MUST BE CONSIDERED
IN DETERMINING
INSTALLED FACE TO
FACE DIMENSIONS AND
MOVEMENTS.
DUCT SIZE
Assembled and unassembled assemblies
Size is specified as the inside duct measurements, in inches, for

both rectangular and round joints. Standoff height, if non standard,
should be specified under Additional Instructions.
Belt only designs
If only a fabric element is to be supplied, the size of the belt

attachment flanges should be accurately specified. The diagram
above shows the required dimensions. A dimensional sketch,
including belt width and length, must be supplied when ordering.
Pre-punching bolt holes is not recommended.
Adding an X to the end of a Flexi-Duct part number enables the

designer to specify additional requirements, using a written
description following the part number. Examples are:
Heat seal iron or vulcanizing equipment

Fly ash barrier (membrane or accumulation)
Dew point composite belt desired
Alternate frame or backing bar material or size
Alternate bolting size, material or pattern
Special liner instructions (such as telescoping liner)
Corner radius
Tack-welded nuts
Frame alignment holes (size and location)
Preset of expansion joint assembly (or special face to face for
shipping)
Drain connection required
Insulation tape or pillow
Special belt materials
Special painting or packaging instructions
ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS
MATERIALS
Model codes
Gas seal membrane material codes
Backup bars/flanges material codes
FDR = Elastomeric
FDC = Composite with
installation
C = Neoprene
H = EPDM
E = Butyl/Chlorobutyl I = Viton
S = Silicon
CS = Carbon steel A36/44W S4 = 304SS

S6 = 316SS
XM = Specify material
Model FDR = Elastomeric type < 400F. (204C.)
Model FDC = Composite type > 400F. (204C.)
F = Hypalon
J = Teflon
How to Order
Model
Assembly
MCSOT
Deg. F
Pressure
Frame
Liner
Span
Free
Length
Duct Size/
Belt Inside
Dimension
(in)
Material
Gas
Backup
Seal
Bars
Membrane
Frame
Flange/
Liner
FDC
675
AFW
16
106 x 140
CS
S4
FDC
450
LO
12
36 x 96
S6
S6
FDR
BU
320
NP
UB
NL
78
S4
CS
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THORBURN
FLEXI-DUCT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

General Instructions Before Installation
CHECK BREACH OPENING for misalignment. Ensure the face to face is to the drawing. All flanges should
be parallel. If misalignment exists or the breach opening exceeds the face to face tolerance by 1/4, consult with
Thorburn technical department.
CHECK THE ATTACHMENT FLANGES OR EDGES to be sure they are clean, smooth and free of burrs.
CLEAR WORK AREA of all protrusions or sharp objects.
PLACE BAFFLES OR LINERS (if part of installation) inside the duct-work before beginning the expansion
joint installation.
TRANSPORT THE EXPANSION JOINT to the installation area in its shipping container. If the expansion
joint is to be transported outside of its shipping container, all surfaces contacting with ropes, slings or fork-lifts
should be protected with soft materials.
REMOVE THE EXPANSION JOINT from its container, unfold and layout in its approximate installed shape.
Prevent the joint from coming in contact with any sharp objects.
INSPECT ALL COMPONENTS for shipping damage.
Flexi-Duct Installation in Vertical Ducting

1. BUILD A PLATFORM of 3/4 plywood or other available material. This platform must be moveable and sufficiently large to layout the expansion joint in the approximate installed shape. If the joint is factory assembled, the
plywood may not be necessary.
2. COMPRESS THE EXPANSION JOINT by squeezing the
flanges together. Tie down with tape in several places to hold the
joint in compression. The total compressed dimension must be
less than the breach opening to allow for clearance during positioning. Factory assembled units are pre-compressed and held
with shipping bars which should be left intact.
3. SLIDE PLYWOOD AND JOINT INTO THE BREACH
OPENING. The plywood should rest on the bottom flange. Place
the joint in the approximate position in relation to the flanges.
Cut the tape or remove the shipping bars.
4. POSITION TOP FLANGE AND RETAINING BARS so the
flange holes are aligned. Ensure the joint is properly centered
and install several position bolts.
5. BOLT THE TOP FLANGE AND RETAINING BAR COMPLETELY. All bolts should be installed with the
bolt head against the retaining bar and the nut against the duct flange. Mould the expansion joint from the inside to
remove all wrinkles and to ensure the corner develops the correct configuration.
6. REMOVE THE PLYWOOD CAREFULLY AND REPEAT STEPS 4 AND 5 for the bottom flange.
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FLEXI-DUCT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Flexi-Duct Installation in Horizontal Ducting
1.
LASH STIFFENER BARS (wood, steel, etc.) to the

inside of the top of the expansion joint with nylon tape or
rope for use when lifting and positioning.
2.
COMPRESS THE EXPANSION JOINT by squeezing

the flanges together. Tie down with tape in several places
to hold joint in compression. The total compressed
dimension must be less than the breach opening to allow
clearance during positioning. Factory assembled units are
pre-compressed and held with shipping bars which should
be left intact. Tie the center bottom of the joint to the top
with tape.
3.
PLACE A PLYWOOD SHEET AT BOTTOM OF

DUCT OPENING for support during installation.
4.
HOIST THE EXPANSION JOINT INTO BREACH OPENING. Place the joint in the approximate position
in relation to the flanges. Cut the compression tape or remove the shipping bars and cut the tape connecting the
center bottom to the top.
5.
POSITION THE JOINT FLANGES AND RETAINING BARS so the flange holes are aligned. Ensure the
joint is properly centered and install several positioning bolts.
6.
BOLT THE UPPER FLANGE AREAS COMPLETELY. All bolts should be installed with the bolt head
against the retaining bar and the nut against the duct flange. Mould the expansion joint from the inside to remove
all wrinkles and to ensure the corner develops the correct configuration.
7.
REMOVE THE STIFFENER BARS AND THE BOTTOM SUPPORT. Repeat steps 5 and 6 for the balance
of the expansion joint.
Installation of Baffles or Liners

1.
PLACE THE BAFFLES IN DUCT-WORK prior

to installation of the expansion joint.
2.
IF THE BAFFLES ARE TO BE WELDED

INTO PLACE, the welding should be done after
the expansion joint installation.
a) The expansion joint must be covered with a
welding blanket to protect from weld splatter.
b) The welding blanket should be removed

before putting the joint in service.
3.
IF THE BAFFLES ARE TO BE BOLTED

INTO PLACE, the baffle flange should be
inserted between the duct-work and joint
flanges. A gasket should be installed between
the duct-work and baffle flanges when the joint,
retaining bar, baffle and ductwork flange are
bolted together.
Pre-Installation Storage
If the expansion joints are to be stored for any period of time, they should be kept in their original shipping container.
The storage area should be relatively cool and dry. The area should be removed from any ozone generating equipment
(electrical motors) or heat sources.
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DATA REQUIRED FOR FLEXI-DUCT EXPANSION JOINT DESIGN

Customers Name
Date
Page
Mailing Address
Project Name
Delivery Reqd.
City, Province (State), Postal Code (Zip Code)
Specification No.
Inquiry No.
Name of Person Submitting Data
Phone No.
Item No./Tag No.
Item No./Tag No.
Item No./Tag No.
ACID _____
CAUSTIC _____
BOTH _____
QUANTITY PER ITEM

NEW OR REPLACEMENT
SERVICE
TYPE OF PLANT/SERVICE (PRECIP., SCRUBBER, ETC.)

TYPE OF FUEL AND PERCENT SULFUR (if applicable):
Ph of MEDIA AT THE EXPANSION JOINT
NUMBER OF STARTUPS AND SHUTDOWNS PER YEAR
PEAK LOAD ___
BASE LOAD ___
SIZE
LOCATION OF E.J. (I.D. FAN OUTLET, STACK, ETC.)

DUCT SIZE (INSIDE DIMS. OR DIA.)
Ft
FACE TO FACE DIM. (IF REPLACEMENT OR REQUIRED)
In
Ft
In
Ft
In
Inches
Inches
Inches
DUST LOAD
PSF
PSF
PSF
FLOW VELOCITY
FPS
FPS
FPS
MAXIMUM
In H 20
In H 20
In H 20
NORMAL
In H 20
In H 20
In H 20
TEMPERATURE
DURATION PER EVENT
Hr
Hr
Hr
CUMULATIVE DURATION
Hr
Hr
Hr
MAXIMUM
MINIMUM
AXIAL COMPRESSION
Inches
Inches
Inches
AXIAL EXTENSION
Inches
Inches
Inches
LATERAL DEFLECTION
Inches
Inches
Inches
GAS
FLOWING MEDIUM (AIR, FLUE GAS, ETC.)
PRES.
FLOW DIRECTION (UP, DOWN, HORIZ., ANGULAR UP, ANGULAR DOWN)

DESIGN PRESSURE
MOVEMENTS
TEMPERATURE
MCSOT
GAS TEMPERATURE
AMBIENT
TEMPERATURE
MAXIMUM
EXCURSION
(UPSET)
ANGULATION / IN PLACE OF LATERAL (YES OR NO)
/ Y
TORSION
/ Y
/ Y
Inches
Inches
Inches
DUCT MATERIAL
DUCT
DUCT THICKNESS
DUCT CORNER: RADIUS OR SQUARE
INTERNAL LINER
DUCT OR FLY ASH BARRIER DESIRED (YES OR NO)
OTHER COMMENTS
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Thermal Expansion of Pipe (in inches/100 feet)

Temp.
deg. F
-325
-300
-275
-250
-225
-200
-175
-150
-125
-100
-75
-50
-25
0
25
50
70
100
125
150
175
200
225
250
275
300
325
350
375
400
425
450
475
500
525
550
575
600
625
650
675
700
725
750
775
800
825
850
875
900
925
950
975
1000
1025
1050
1075
1100
1125
1150
1175
1200
1225
1250
1275
1300
1325
1350
1375
1400
Temp.
deg. C
-198
-184
-171
-157
-143
-129
-115
-101
-87
-73
-59
-46
-32
-18
-4
10
21
38
52
66
79
93
107
121
135
149
163
177
190
204
218
232
246
260
274
288
302
316
330
343
357
371
385
399
413
427
441
454
469
482
496
510
524
538
552
566
580
593
607
621
635
649
663
677
690
704
718
732
746
760
5 Cr Mo Austenitic
Carbon steel
thru
stainless
Carbon-Moly
steels
Low-Chrome 9 Cr Mo 18
Cr 8 Ni
(thru 3 Cr Mo)
-2.37
-2.24
-2.11
-1.98
-1.85
-1.71
-1.58
-1.45
-1.30
-1.15
-1.00
-0.84
-0.68
-0.49
-0.32
-0.14
0
0.23
0.42
0.61
0.80
0.99
1.21
1.40
1.61
1.82
2.04
2.26
2.48
2.70
2.93
3.16
3.39
3.62
3.86
4.11
4.35
4.60
4.86
5.11
5.37
5.63
5.90
6.16
6.43
6.70
6.97
7.25
7.53
7.81
8.08
8.35
8.62
8.89
9.17
9.46
9.75
10.04
10.31
10.57
10.83
11.10
11.38
11.66
11.94
12.22
12.50
12.78
13.06
13.34
-2.22
-2.10
-1.98
-1.86
-1.74
-1.62
-1.50
-1.37
-1.23
-1.08
-0.94
-0.79
-0.63
-0.46
-0.30
-0.13
0
0.22
0.40
0.58
0.76
0.94
1.13
1.33
1.52
1.71
1.90
2.10
2.30
2.50
2.72
2.93
3.14
3.35
3.58
3.80
4.02
4.24
4.47
4.69
4.92
5.14
5.38
5.62
5.86
6.10
6.34
6.59
6.83
7.07
7.31
7.56
7.81
8.06
8.30
8.55
8.80
9.05
9.28
9.52
9.76
10.00
10.26
10.53
10.79
11.06
11.30
11.55
11.80
12.05
-3.85
-3.63
-3.41
-3.19
-2.96
-2.73
-2.50
-2.27
-2.01
-1.75
-1.50
-1.24
-0.98
-0.72
-0.46
-0.21
0
0.34
0.62
0.90
1.18
1.46
1.75
2.03
2.32
2.61
2.90
3.20
3.50
3.80
4.10
4.41
4.71
5.01
5.31
5.62
5.93
6.24
6.55
6.87
7.18
7.50
7.82
8.15
8.47
8.80
9.13
9.46
9.79
10.12
10.46
10.80
11.14
11.48
11.82
12.16
12.50
12.84
13.18
13.52
13.86
14.20
14.54
14.88
15.22
15.56
15.90
16.24
16.58
16.92
Pressure Equivalents
12 Cr
17 Cr
27 Cr
25 Cr
20 Ni
Monel
67 Ni
30 Cr
-2.04
-1.92
-1.80
-1.68
-1.57
-1.46
-1.35
-1.24
-1.11
-0.98
-0.85
-0.72
-0.57
-0.42
-0.27
-0.12
0
0.20
0.36
0.53
0.69
0.86
1.03
1.21
2.38
1.56
1.74
1.93
2.11
2.30
2.50
2.69
2.89
3.08
3.28
3.49
3.69
3.90
4.10
4.31
4.52
4.73
4.94
5.16
5.38
5.60
5.82
6.05
6.27
6.49
6.71
6.94
7.17
7.40
7.62
7.95
8.18
8.31
8.53
8.76
8.98
9.20
9.42
9.65
9.88
10.11
10.33
10.56
10.78
11.01
-3.00
-2.83
-2.66
-2.49
-2.32
-2.15
-1.98
-1.81
-1.60
-1.39
-1.18
-0.98
-0.78
-0.57
-0.37
-0.16
0
0.28
0.51
0.74
0.98
1.21
1.45
1.70
1.94
2.18
2.43
2.69
2.94
3.20
3.46
3.72
3.98
4.24
4.51
4.79
5.06
5.33
5.60
5.88
6.16
6.44
6.73
7.02
7.31
7.60
7.89
8.19
8.48
8.78
9.07
9.37
9.66
9.95
10.24
10.54
10.83
11.12
11.41
11.71
12.01
12.31
12.59
12.88
13.17
13.46
13.75
14.05
14.35
14.65
-2.62
-2.50
-2.38
-2.26
-2.14
-2.02
-1.90
-1.79
-1.59
-1.38
-1.18
-0.98
-0.77
-0.57
-0.37
-0.20
0
0.28
0.52
0.75
0.99
1.22
1.46
1.71
1.96
2.21
2.44
2.68
2.91
3.25
3.52
3.79
4.06
4.33
4.61
4.90
5.18
5.46
5.75
6.05
6.34
6.64
6.94
7.25
7.55
7.85
8.16
8.48
8.80
9.12
9.44
9.77
10.09
10.42
10.75
11.09
11.43
11.77
12.11
12.47
12.81
13.15
13.50
13.86
14.22
14.58
14.94
15.30
15.66
16.02
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1 lb. per square in. = 27.7 inches w.g.

1 oz per square in. = 1.7 inches w.g.
1 inch mercury = 13.6 inches w.g.
1 inch w.g. = 0.249 kPa
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Atmospheres
Atmospheres
Atmospheres
Atmospheres
Atmospheres
Atmospheres
Bars
Barrels (42 gals.)
British Thermal Units
Brisith Thermal Units
B.T.U./cube ft.
B.T.U./Hr.
B.T.U./Minute
B.T.U./Minute
B.T.U./Minute
B.T.U./Pound
B.T.U./Pound/deg.F.
B.T.U./Pound mol
B.T.U./Sq.Ft.
B.T.U./Sq.Ft.
B.T.U./Sq.Ft./in.
B.T.U./Hr.
B.T.U./Sq.Ft./in.
Centimeters
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Centimeters of mercury
Centimeters/deg.C.
Centimeters/sec.
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Cubic Centimeters
Cubic Centimeters
Cubic Centimeters
Cubic Centimeters
Cubic Centimeters
Cubic Centimeters
Cubic Centimeters/hr.
Cubic cm./gm.
Cubic cm./gm.mol
Cubic Feet
Cubic Feet
Cubic Feet
Cubic Feet
Cubic Feet
Cubic Feet
Cubic Feet/min.
Cubic Feet/min.
Cubic Feet/min.
Cubic Feet/pound
Cubic Feet/second
Cubic Feet/second
Cubic Feet/second
Cubic Feet/sec./sq.ft.
Cubic Inches
Cubic Inches
Cubic Inches
Cubic Inches
Cubic Inches
Cubic Meters
Cubic Meters
Cubic Meters
Cubic Meters
33.90
29.92
10330
14.70
760
1.058
1.0 x 106
0.84
777.5
3.927 x 10-4
1054.6
0.2520
2.928 x 10-4
0.5556
8.90
0.2520
12.96
0.02356
0.01757
0.556
1.0
0.556
0.2712
2.712
0.6892
2.93 x 10-4
6.892
0.0328
0.3937
0.01316
0.4461
5.36
136.0
27.85
0.1934
0.2188
1.969
0.03281
0.036
0.60
0.02237
6.29 x 10-6
3.531 x 10-5
6.102 x 10-2
10-6
1.308 x 10-6
2.642 x 10-4
0.000151
0.01602
0.01602
0.1781
1728
0.02832
0.03704
7.481
28.32
472.0
0.1247
62.43
62.43
60
26915
15380
0.0305
16.39
5.787 x 10-4
1.639 x 10-5
2.143 x 10-5
4.329 x 10
6.29
35.31
61023
1.308
Feet of water
Inches of mercury
Kilograms/sq.m.
Pounds/sq. in.
M.M. of mercury
Tons/sq. ft.
Dynes/sq. cm.
Barrels (50 gals.)
Foot-pounds
Horse-power hrs.
Joules
Kg.-calories
KW.-hours
P.C.U. (Pound-Cent. Unit)
Kg.-cal/cu. meter
Kg.cal/Hr.
Ft.-Lbs./sec.
Horse-power
Kilowatts
Gm.cal./gm.
Gm.cal./gm./deg.C.
Gm.cal./gm.mol
Gm.cal./sq.cm.
Kg.cal./sq.m.
Gm.cal./sq.cm./cm.
KW/Hours
Kg.cal./sq.m./cm.
Feet
Inches
Atmospheres
Feet of water
Inches of water
Kgs./sq. meter
Lbs./sq.ft.
Lbs./sq.in.
Inches/deg.F.
Feet/min.
Feet/sec.
Km./Hours
Meters/min.
Miles/Hour
Barrels (42s)
Cubic Feet
Cubic inches
Cubic Meters
Cubic Yards
Gallons
Barrels (42s)/Day
Cu.ft./lb.
Cu.ft./lb.mol
Barrels (42s)
Cubic inches
Cubic meters
Cubic yards
Gallons
Liters
Cu.cm./sec.
Gallons/sec.
Lbs. of water/minute
Cu.cm./gm.
Cu.ft./min.
Gallons/hr.
Barrels (42s)/Day
Liters/sec./sq.cm.
Cubic centimeters
Cubic feet
Cubic meters
Cubic yards
Gallons
Barrels (42s)
Cubic feet
Cubic inches
Cubic yards
Cubic Meters
Ergs
Feet
Feet
Feet of Water
Feet of Water
Feet of Water
Feet of Water
Feet of Water
Feet of Water
Feet/degree F.
Feet/minute
Feet/minute
Feet/minute
Feet/minute
Feet/minute
Feet/second
Feet/second
Feet/second
Feet/second
Foot-pounds
Foot-pounds
Foot-pounds
Foot-pounds
Foot-pounds
Foot-pounds
Foot-pounds
Foot-pounds
Foot-pounds/Min.
Foot-pounds/Min.
Foot-pounds/Sec.
Foot-pounds/Sec.
Foot-pounds/Sec.
Foot-pounds/Sec.
Gallon (Imperial)
Gallons (U.S.)
Gallons (U.S.)
Gallons (U.S.)
Gallons (U.S.)
Gallons (U.S.)
Gallons (U.S.)
Gallons (U.S.)
Gallons (U.S.)
Gallons/Hour
Gallons/Hour
Gallons/Hour
Gallons/Minute
Gallons/Minute
Gallons/Minute
Gallons/Minute
Gallons/Minute
Gram-centimeters
Gram-centimeters
Gram-centimeters
Gram-centimeters
Grams/centimeter
Grams/millimeter (c.c.)
Grams/cubic cm.
Grams/cubic cm.
Grams/sq.cm.
Grams/sq.cm.
Grams/sq.cm.
Grams/sq.cm.
Grams/sq.cm.
Grams/sq.cm.
Grams/sq.cm.
Inches
Inches of mercury
Inches of mercury
Inches of mercury
Inches of mercury
Inches of mercury
Inches of water
264.2
10-7
30.48
0.3048
0.0295
2.241
0.8826
304.8
62.43
0.4335
54.864
0.5080
0.01667
0.01829
0.3048
0.01136
30.48
1.097
18.29
0.6818
1.286 x 10-3
1.356 x 10-7
5.050 x 10-7
1.356
3.241 x 10-4
0.1383
3.766 x 10-7
7.141 x 10-4
3.030 x 10-5
2.260 x 10-5
7.717 x 10-2
1.818 x 10-3
1.945 x 10-2
1.356 x 10-3
1.20096
0.0238
0.020
3785
0.1337
231
3.785 x 10-3
4.951 x 10-3
3.785
0.5715
0.480
3.71 x 10-5
34.3
28.8
2.228 x 10-3
0.227
0.06308
9.302 x 10-8
980.7
7.233 x 10-5
2.344 x 10-8
5.60 x 10-3
1
62.43
0.03613
9.678 x 10-4
0.07355
3.281 x 10-2
0.394
10
2.048
1.422 x 10-2
2.54
0.03342
1.133
345.3
70.73
0.4912
2.458 x 10-3
Gallons
Joules
Centimeters
Meters
Atmospheres
Inches of mercury
Kgs./sq. meter
Pounds/sq.ft.
Pounds/sq.in.
Cm./degree C.
Cm./second
Feet/second
Km./hour
Meters/minute
Miles/hour
Cm./second
Km./hour
Meters/min.
Miles/hour
B.T.U.
Ergs
Horse-power hours
Joules
Kg.-calories
Kg.-meters
Kw.-hours
P.C.U.
Horse-power
Kilowatts
B.T.U./Min.
Horse-power
Kg.-cal/min.
Kilowatts
U.S. Gallons
Barrels (42s)
Barrels (50s)
Cubic centimeters
Cubic feet
Cubic inches
Cubic meters
Cubic yards
Liters
Barrels (42s)/day
Barrels (50s)/day
Cu.ft./sec.
Barrels (42s)/day
Barrels (50s)/day
Cu.ft./sec.
Cu.meters/hr.
Liters/sec.
B.T.U.
Ergs
Foot-pounds
Kg.-calories
Pounds/inch
Spec. Grav. at 4 deg.C.
Lbs./cu.ft.
Lbs./cu.in.
Atmospheres
Cms. of mercury
Feet of water
Inches of water
Kgs./sq. meter
Lbs./sq.ft.
Lbs./sq.in.
Centimeters
Atmospheres
Feet of water
Kgs./sq. meter
Lbs./sq.ft.
Lbs./sq.in.
Atmospheres
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Kilograms/sq. meter
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Kilometers
Kilometers
Kilometers
Kilometers/hour
Kilometers/hour
Kilometers/hour
Kilometers/hour
Kilometers/hour
Kilowatts
Liters
Liters
Liters
Liters
Liters
Liters
Liters
Liters/gram mol
Liters/kilogram
Liters/minute
Liters/minute
Liters/minute
Liters/minute
Liters/minute
Liters/sec./sq.cm.
Mercury at 0 deg. C.
Mercury at 0 deg. C.
Meters
Meters
Meters
Meters/degree C.
Meters/minute
Meters/minute
Meters/minute
0.07355
0.1869
25.40
0.5781
5.202
0.03613
4.572
980665
70.93
2.205
1.102 x 10-3
3.968
3086
1.558 x 10-3
4186
426.6
1.162 x 10-3
2.205
0.3685
0.2048
51.43
0.09351
0.06927
9.302 x 10-3
9.807 x 107
7.233
2.344 x 10-3
2.724 x 10-6
0.005165
10-3
0.06243
3.613 x 10-5
0.6720
9.678 x 10-5
98.07
7.355 x 10-3
3.281 x 10-3
2.896 x 10-3
0.2048
1.422 x 10-3
3281
0.6214
1094
27.78
54.68
0.9113
16.67
.6214
56.92
6.29 x 10-3
103
0.0351
61.02
1.308 x 10-3
0.2642
1.057
16.02
0.01602
9.06
60000
5.885 x 10-4
15.851
4.403 x 10-3
32.8
13.595
849
3.281
39.37
1.094
1.824
1.667
0.05468
0.06
Inches of mercury
Cms. of mercury
Kgs./sq. meter
Ounces/sq.in.
Lbs./sq.ft.
Lbs./sq.in.
Cms./degree C.
Dynes
Poundals
Pounds
Tons (short)
B.T.U.
Foot-pounds
H.P.-hours
Joules
Kg.-meters
Kw.-hours
P.C.U.
B.T.U./hours/sq.ft.
B.T.U./hr./sq.ft./deg.F.
Foot-pounds/sec.
Horse-power
Kilowatts
B.T.U.
Ergs
Foot-pounds
Kg.-calories
Kilowatt-hours
P.C.U.
Gram/cu.cm.
Pounds/cu.ft.
Pounds/cu.in.
Pounds/foot
Atmospheres
Bars
Cms. of mercury
Feet of water
Inches of mercury
Pounds/sq.ft.
Pounds/sq.in.
Feet
Miles
Yards
Cms./sec.
Feet/min.
Feet/sec.
Meters/min.
Miles/hr.
B.T.U./min.
Barrels (42s)
Cubic centimeters
Cubic feet
Cubic inches
Cubic yards
Gallons (U.S.)
Quarts (liq.)
Cu.ft/lb. mol
Cu.ft./lb.
Barrels (42s)/Day
Cu.cm./hour
Cu.ft./sec.
Gals./hour
Gals./sec.
Cu.ft./sec./sq.ft.
Grams/cu.cm.
Pounds/cu.ft.
Feet
Inches
Yards
Feet/degrees F.
Cms./sec.
Feet/sec.
Kilometers/hour
Meters/minute
Meters/second
Meters/second
Meters/second
Miles
Miles
Miles
Miles/hour
Miles/hour
Miles/hour
Miles/hour
Miles/hour
Ounces
Ounces
Ounces (fluid)
Ounces (fluid)
Ounces/sq. inch
Pounds of water
Pounds of water
Pounds of water
Pounds of water/min.
Pounds of water/hr.
Pounds of water/hr.
Pounds/cubic foot
Pounds/cubic foot
Pounds/cubic foot
Pounds/cubic inch
Pounds/foot
Pounds/foot/hr.
Pounds/foot/hr.
Pounds/gallon
Pounds/inch
Pounds/square foot
Pounds/square foot
Pounds/square foot
Pounds/square inch
Pounds/square inch
Pounds/square inch
Pounds/square inch
Pounds/square inch
Pounds/square inch
Square centimeters
Square centimeters
Square centimeters
Square feet
Square feet
Square feet
Square feet
Square feet
Square inches
Square inches
Square inches
Square kilometers
Square kilometers
Square kilometers
Square meters
Square meters
Square yards
Square yards
Square yards
Square yards
Steres
0.03728
196.8
3.6
2.237
5280
1.609
1760
44.70
88
1.467
1.609
26.82
28.35
0.0625
1.805
0.02957
1.732
0.01602
27.68
0.1198
2.669 x 10-4
2.669 x 10-4
.1198
0.01602
16.02
5.787 x 10-4
27.68
1.488
4.13 x 10-3
0.413
0.1198
178.6
0.01602
4.882
6.944 x 10-3
0.06804
2.307
2.036
51.7
703.1
144
1.076 x 10-3
0.1550
10-4
2.296 x 10-5
929
144
0.0929
3.587 x 10-8
6.452
6.944 x 10-3
645.2
247.1
10.76 x 106
0.3861
10.76
1.196
2.066 x 10-4
9
0.8361
3.228 x 10-7
1000
Miles/hour
Feet/min.
Kilometers/hour
Miles/hour
Feet
Kilometers
Yards
Cms./sec.
Feet/min.
Feet/sec.
Kilometers/hour
Meters/min.
Grams
Pounds
Cubic inches
Liters
Inches of water
Cubic feet
Cubic inches
Gallons
Cu.ft./sec.
Cu.ft./min.
Gallons/hour
Grams/cu.cm.
Kgs./cu. meter
Pounds/cu.in.
Grams/cu.cm.
Kgs./meter
Grams/cm./sec.
Centipoises
Grams/cu.cm.
Grams/cm.
Feet of water
Kgs./sq. meter
Pounds/sq.in.
Atmospheres
Feet of water
Inches of mercury
Mm. of mercury
Kgs./sq. meter
Pounds/sq.ft.
Square feet
Square inches
Square meters
Acres
Square cms.
Square inches
Square meters
Square miles
Square cms.
Square feet
Square mms.
Acres
Square feet
Square miles
Square feet
Square yards
Acres
Square feet
Square meters
Square miles
Liters
Page 87
THORBURN
QUALITY, INNOVATION, SERVICE
WARNING
Thorburn Equipment Inc. is committed to a policy of

continuous development and research to provide flexible
piping products that set the industry standards for quality,
safety, environmental protection, durability and ease of
handling. Therefore, the company reserves the right to
alter and modify designs without notice.
Since performance depends largely upon local conditions

and proper care in use, which are outside of Thorburn
Equipment's control, Thorburn Equipment Inc. can accept
no liability for any defect, damage, injury or loss arising
from the products and information contained in this
catalogue. Readers and customers are encouraged to
conduct their own tests before using any product.
The Heart & Soul of the Company

Our people have turned Thorburn into a lean
manufacturing company. Were nimble, ready to
respond instantly to your needs with products and
services unique in our industry. Through our
combined efforts, we have designed systems for
administration, engineering and manufacturing,
based on what we know and learn about each
customer and application.
Our company may be known by its products but Thorburn knows
that our products are the result of people who emphasize core
competences, work for excellence and keep the customer satisfied.
THORBURN'S WARRANTY
Thorburn warrants its products to be free from any defects of workmanship and material. Thorburn's warranty shall only
cover the components of such assemblies manufactured by Thorburn. Should any such defects be discovered within
three (3) months from the date of purchase by the end user, the questionable part should be returned to Thorburn. If, upon
inspection, the part proves to be defective, Thorburn will furnish a replacement or, at its option, repair the part.
This warranty shall not apply to any part or parts of expansion joints, fittings or connectors products if it has been installed,
altered, repaired or misused, through negligence or otherwise, in a way that in the opinion of Thorburn affects the reliability of, or detracts from, the performance of the product. Nor does this warranty cover replacements or repairs necessitated
by loss or damage resulting from any cause beyond the control of Thorburn, including but not limited to acts of God, acts
of government, floods and fires.
The obligation of Thorburn under this warranty is limited to making a replacement part available or the repair of the
defective part, and does not include the furnishing of any labour involved or connected therewith, such as that required to
diagnose trouble or to remove or install any such product, nor does it include responsibility for any transportation expenses or any damages or losses incurred in transportation in connection therewith.
The foregoing is in lieu of any other warranties, expressed, implied or statutory, and Thorburn neither assumes nor
authorizes any person to assume for Thorburn any other obligation or liability in connection with the sale of its products.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Design and preparation:
Robert Thorburn
Proof reading:
Marie Valin
Typesetting and layout:
Viviane Katz
Printing:
Qubecor
Fluorel is a trademark of 3M companies

Viton, Hypalon, Teflon are trademarks of DuPont
Power-Flex is manufactured for Thorburn by Ethelene Corporation
Page 88
THORBURN
Metallic Bellows Expansion Joint Technology
Thorburns metallic expansion joints are

custom designed to accommodate specific
pipe and duct motion problems caused by
thermal growth, pressure contraction, machine
vibration, seismic disturbances and
installation irregularities. Thorburns metallic
expansion joints transfer various medias
including steam, emission gases, water, acids,
alkalies, hydrocarbons and molten sodium.
Thorburns exclusive 24 hour field

servicing and repairing by skilled
craftsmen, technicians and
engineers at your service.
Quality Assurance
Designs as per EJMA and ASME
Section III, VIII, B31.1, B31.3
Welders and welding procedures
ASME section IX
ASME Section III nuclear service
Class 1, 2, 3
Certification ASME Section III
NQA-1 NCA-4000, CSA N285.0
Certification ISO 9001/CAN3 Z299.1
Applications which use

Thorburns metallic
expansion joint technology
Thorburns metallic expansion joints can be

used to relieve stress and absorb movement
in aerospace hot air ducting, hydraulic and fuel
piping systems.
Thorburns Single-Flex high

temperature diesel generating
exhaust expansion joint system.
Fossil fuel power generating

Gas turbines, nuclear reactors
(primary and secondary systems)
Petroleum refining and chemical
processing
Hot metal industries
Ship building
Cogeneration
District heating and steam
distribution systems
HVAC equipment engine exhaust
system
Aviation and aerospace duct work
Pulp and paper processing
Heat exchanges
Industrial piping systems
IN A JAM?
THORBURNS 48
HOURS EMERGENCY
SHIPMENT POLICY
CAN SOLVE YOUR
PROBLEM!
Thorburn in-line universal joint used to absorb
16 of axial movement in a water treatment
plant piping system.
Thorburns tied Dual-Flex expansion joint

used to transfer high pressure steam at a
cogeneration facility.
Thorburn Flex Inc

PIPE SIMULATING TECHNOLOGY
MONTREAL HEAD OFFICE

MARITIMES / WESTERN CANADA
THORBURN FLEX INC.
Manufacturing Division
173 Oneida Drive

Pointe-Claire, Quebec, Canada H9R 1A9
Tel.: (514) 695-8710 Fax: (514) 695-8716
UNITED STATES
TORONTO / ONTARIO
THORBURN FLEX INC.

151 New Park Avenue
Hartford, Connecticut, USA 06106
Tel.: 1-800-363-6613
Fax: (514) 695-8716
THORBURN FLEX INC.

49-6A The Donway West, Suite 815
Don Mills, Ontario M3C 2E8
Tel.: (905) 715-7013
Fax: (905) 715-7816
TOLL FREE: 1-800-363-6613 - CALL US NOW AND LET US HELP YOU!

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Thorburn Flex Inc

Flexible Piping Specialist

NON-METALLIC EXPANSION JOINTS AND CONNECTORS

High Pressure Expansion Joints

Thorburn Flex Inc

173 Oneida Drive, Pointe-Claire,

Thorburn Flex Inc

Thorburn is an innovative manufacturer of specialized

Thorburns committment to development is

FOUNDER, Jack Thorburn

Shown is Jack Thorburn, who founded the

DESIGNING, BUILDING AND SUPPLYING

THE FLEXIBLE PIPING SPECIALIST

EXPERIENCE YOU CAN DEPEND ON

Since 1960, Thorburn has devoted its expanding

CSA CAN3 Z299.1 certified

Nuclear to ASME Section III NCA-4000

Welders and welding procedures ASME

ASME B31.1, B31.3 Pressure piping

Full traceability if required

Size round up to 144 I.D.

Test programs and design verification tests

Specify Thorburn ducting and piping

Expansion joint deflection test under design

Burst and hydrostatic testing to 150,000 psi

Seismic and shock loading analysis

External pressure testing for underwater

Emergency shut-down products at your service

Compatible product line

Our sincerest thanks to the many valued

THE FLEXIBLE PIPING SPECIALIST

SUMMARY OF THORBURN'S NON-METALLIC

FOR DETAILS SEE PAGES 13 TO 20, 67

SPECIAL HAND BUILT LOW PRESSURE

FOR DETAILS SEE PAGES 22 TO 23

Thorburn's custom designed low pressure round and rectangular elastomeric

SPECIAL PURPOSE TEFLON EXPANSION JOINTS

Teflon is the most versatile media resistant compound known to man

THE FLEXIBLE PIPING SPECIALIST

SUMMARY OF THORBURN'S NON-METALLIC

FOR DETAILS SEE PAGES 34 TO 41

FOR DETAILS SEE PAGES 42 TO 53

ELBOW PUMP CONNECTORS AND FITTINGS

Thorburn's rubber elbow connectors and fittings are designed to

FOR DETAILS SEE PAGES 68 TO 84

DUCTING EXPANSION JOINT SYSTEMS

THE FLEXIBLE PIPING SPECIALIST

Moulded expansion joints

Series 101, 102 and 201 ........................................ 36, 37

Pipe simulation testing ...................................................... 8

Easy-Flex Style 101 moulded single sphere

expansion joint system ................................................. 38

Power generating industry ............................................. 9

Models 42HPO (offset type) and 42HPEF

THE FLEXIBLE PIPING SPECIALIST

Shown is Thorburn self-cleaning, long flowing, single

Flexipipe custom rubber hand crafted flexible pipes

Power-Flex vacuum and dimensional data .................. 60

How to order flexipipe assemblies ............................... 51

Power-Flex typical styles and ordering information ...... 61

Thorburns special handcrafted rubber fittings ............. 52

Tef-Flex moulded PTFE expansion joints ..................... 62

Fitting dimensions and ordering details ....................... 53

Tef-Flex movement, weight and liner length data ......... 63