gandytable
Mechanical
- Dec 13, 2001
- 50
I posted this problem on the Piping & fluid mechanics engineering forum, but received no replies. I hope someone here can be of assistance.
I need specifications and/or tooling to make a metal-to-metal “hold in place” flared type or similar connection. I have seen it used, but do not know how to make it. Fabricated connections are preferred, but a solution using machined parts is acceptable.
Description - the mating surfaces are similar to a 37 or 45 degree JIC/SAE type flared tube fitting, although the tubing has the male portion (tube is flared inward to accomplish this) and the manifold box has the female portion. (Possibly punched to create the hole and then punched again to create the female flare). The mate is held in place by holding the flared manifold against the flared tube with spring or other type of easily removable hold in place force (No bolts or other more permanent type fastening).
The application is a washing system with a stationary 1.9” OD flared tube, with a wall thickness of .049, which has an easily removable rectangular shaped manifold mated tp it. The manifold has a flared hole for the mate. It distributes the flow to 4 tubes that each house spray nozzles. Manifold and tubes are integral and easily removable from the stationary supply tube to facilitate cleaning. Water flow rate is approximately 150 gpm and pressure is about 5 to 7 psi. A small amount of leakage is not a problem.
Any information on this type of connection or another easily removable mating method, including what it is called, is appreciated.
I need specifications and/or tooling to make a metal-to-metal “hold in place” flared type or similar connection. I have seen it used, but do not know how to make it. Fabricated connections are preferred, but a solution using machined parts is acceptable.
Description - the mating surfaces are similar to a 37 or 45 degree JIC/SAE type flared tube fitting, although the tubing has the male portion (tube is flared inward to accomplish this) and the manifold box has the female portion. (Possibly punched to create the hole and then punched again to create the female flare). The mate is held in place by holding the flared manifold against the flared tube with spring or other type of easily removable hold in place force (No bolts or other more permanent type fastening).
The application is a washing system with a stationary 1.9” OD flared tube, with a wall thickness of .049, which has an easily removable rectangular shaped manifold mated tp it. The manifold has a flared hole for the mate. It distributes the flow to 4 tubes that each house spray nozzles. Manifold and tubes are integral and easily removable from the stationary supply tube to facilitate cleaning. Water flow rate is approximately 150 gpm and pressure is about 5 to 7 psi. A small amount of leakage is not a problem.
Any information on this type of connection or another easily removable mating method, including what it is called, is appreciated.