Selecting and Measuring Expansion Joints
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High-Temperature All-Metal Expansion Joints with Flanged Ends

- For Use With: Air, Natural Gas, Oil, Steam, Water
- Temperature Range: -20° to 800° F
- Maximum Pressure: 150 psi @ 72° F
- Maximum Vacuum: 29 in. of Hg @ 72° F
These all-metal expansion joints can handle higher temperatures than rubber expansion joints. They reduce stress, vibration, and noise in piping systems by providing a point of flexibility to absorb movement. Joints are made of 304 stainless steel for very good corrosion resistance. The flanged ends rotate for easy bolt hole alignment during installation. Flanges mate with a same-size flat-surface Class 150 flange with a gasket (sold separately).
Liners (sold separately) slide into the expansion joint to provide a smooth interior for unrestricted flow.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
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Distance | Liners | ||||||||||||
Flange OD | Pipe Size | Lg. | No. of Bolt Holes | Compression | Expansion | Offset | Expansion Joint Type | Flange Material | Bolt Hole Size | Each | Each | ||
304 Stainless Steel | |||||||||||||
6" | 2 | 6" | 4 | 15/16" | 5/16" | 3/8" | Bellow | Steel | 3/4" | 0000000 | 0000000 | 0000000 | 0000000 |
7" | 2 1/2 | 6" | 4 | 15/16" | 5/16" | 5/16" | Bellow | Steel | 3/4" | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
7 1/2" | 3 | 6" | 4 | 15/16" | 5/16" | 1/4" | Bellow | Steel | 3/4" | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
9" | 4 | 6" | 8 | 15/16" | 5/16" | 3/16" | Bellow | Steel | 3/4" | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
10" | 5 | 6" | 8 | 15/16" | 5/16" | 3/16" | Bellow | Steel | 7/8" | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
11" | 6 | 6" | 8 | 15/16" | 5/16" | 1/8" | Bellow | Steel | 7/8" | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
13 1/2" | 8 | 6" | 8 | 1" | 3/8" | 1/8" | Bellow | Steel | 7/8" | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
16" | 10 | 8" | 12 | 1 1/4" | 3/8" | 1/8" | Bellow | Steel | 1" | 0000000 | 00000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
19" | 12 | 8" | 12 | 1 1/4" | 3/8" | 1/8" | Bellow | Steel | 1" | 0000000 | 00000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
Expansion Joints with Sealing Flanged Ends for Plastic Pipe



These joints reduce stress, vibration, and noise in plastic piping systems by providing a point of flexibility to absorb movement. Joints provide a tighter seal than other expansion joints because the flanges are molded into the body for a wide sealing surface. Each flange is supported by a zinc-plated steel plate. Flanges mate with a same-size flat-surface Class 150 flange without the need for a gasket.
Neoprene joints resist abrasion better than EPDM joints.
Position the expansion joints as close as possible to anchor points. Attach limit rod sets (sold separately) to the flanges to prevent overextension where anchoring is insufficient. To accommodate the thickness of the limit rod mounting plate, use bolts that are 7/8" longer than the bolts connecting the expansion joint to the pipe flange. Each set of limit rods requires eight bolts (not included).
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
- For Use With: Natural Gas, Oil, Water
- Temperature Range: -10° to 220° F
- Maximum Pressure: See table
- Maximum Vacuum: 24 in. of Hg @ 72° F
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Distance | Limit Rod Sets | |||||||||||||
Flange OD | Pipe Size | Lg. | No. of Bolt Holes | Compression | Expansion | Offset | Max. Pressure | Expansion Joint Type | Flange Material | Bolt Hole Size | Each | Pair | ||
5" | 1 1/2 | 6" | 4 | 1 1/2" | 5/8" | 3/4" | 225 psi @ 72° F | Single Bulb | Zinc-Plated Steel | 5/8" | 0000000 | 0000000 | 0000000 | 0000000 |
6" | 2 | 6" | 4 | 1 1/2" | 5/8" | 3/4" | 225 psi @ 72° F | Single Bulb | Zinc-Plated Steel | 3/4" | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
7 1/2" | 3 | 6" | 4 | 1 1/2" | 5/8" | 3/4" | 225 psi @ 72° F | Single Bulb | Zinc-Plated Steel | 3/4" | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
9" | 4 | 6" | 8 | 1 1/2" | 5/8" | 3/4" | 225 psi @ 72° F | Single Bulb | Zinc-Plated Steel | 3/4" | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
11" | 6 | 6" | 8 | 1 1/2" | 5/8" | 3/4" | 210 psi @ 72° F | Single Bulb | Zinc-Plated Steel | 7/8" | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
13 1/2" | 8 | 6" | 8 | 1 1/2" | 5/8" | 3/4" | 210 psi @ 72° F | Single Bulb | Zinc-Plated Steel | 7/8" | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
Clamp-On Expansion Joints

- For Use With: Calcium Chloride, Oil, Petroleum, Sewage, Sludge, Sodium Carbonate (20% in Water), Water
- Temperature Range:
Neoprene Rubber: -20° to 220° F
Silicone Rubber: -75° to 500° F - Maximum Pressure: 150 psi @ 72° F
- Maximum Vacuum: 20 in. of Hg @ 72° F
Slip these joints over your pipe ends and tighten the band clamps for a secure hold. Joints have a triple-bulb design that provides excellent vibration absorption to reduce stress on your piping system. They also have reinforcing rings for extra support during pressure surges and in vacuum applications.
Neoprene rubber joints are more abrasion resistant than silicone rubber joints.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Distance | ||||||||||
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For Pipe OD | Pipe Size | Lg. | Compression | Expansion | Offset | Expansion Joint Type | Reinforcement Material | Band Clamp Material | Each | |
Neoprene Rubber | ||||||||||
2 3/8" | 2 | 7" | 1" | 1/2" | 1 1/8" | Triple Bulb | Nylon Plastic | 300 Series Stainless Steel | 0000000 | 0000000 |
2 7/8" | 2 1/2 | 7" | 1" | 1/2" | 1 1/8" | Triple Bulb | Nylon Plastic | 300 Series Stainless Steel | 0000000 | 000000 |
3 1/2" | 3 | 7" | 1" | 1/2" | 1 1/8" | Triple Bulb | Nylon Plastic | 300 Series Stainless Steel | 0000000 | 000000 |
4 1/2" | 4 | 7" | 1" | 1/2" | 1 1/8" | Triple Bulb | Nylon Plastic | 300 Series Stainless Steel | 0000000 | 000000 |
5 9/16" | 5 | 7" | 1" | 1/2" | 1 1/8" | Triple Bulb | Nylon Plastic | 300 Series Stainless Steel | 0000000 | 000000 |
6 5/8" | 6 | 7" | 1" | 1/2" | 1 1/8" | Triple Bulb | Nylon Plastic | 300 Series Stainless Steel | 0000000 | 000000 |
8 5/8" | 8 | 7" | 1" | 1/2" | 1 1/8" | Triple Bulb | Nylon Plastic | 300 Series Stainless Steel | 0000000 | 000000 |
10 3/4" | 10 | 7" | 1" | 1/2" | 1 1/8" | Triple Bulb | Nylon Plastic | 300 Series Stainless Steel | 0000000 | 000000 |
12 3/4" | 12 | 7" | 1" | 1/2" | 1 1/8" | Triple Bulb | Nylon Plastic | 300 Series Stainless Steel | 0000000 | 000000 |
Silicone Rubber | ||||||||||
2 3/8" | 2 | 7" | 1" | 1/2" | 1 1/8" | Triple Bulb | Fiberglass | 300 Series Stainless Steel | 00000000 | 000000 |
2 7/8" | 2 1/2 | 7" | 1" | 1/2" | 1 1/8" | Triple Bulb | Fiberglass | 300 Series Stainless Steel | 00000000 | 000000 |
3 1/2" | 3 | 7" | 1" | 1/2" | 1 1/8" | Triple Bulb | Fiberglass | 300 Series Stainless Steel | 00000000 | 000000 |
4 1/2" | 4 | 7" | 1" | 1/2" | 1 1/8" | Triple Bulb | Fiberglass | 300 Series Stainless Steel | 00000000 | 000000 |
5 9/16" | 5 | 7" | 1" | 1/2" | 1 1/8" | Triple Bulb | Fiberglass | 300 Series Stainless Steel | 00000000 | 000000 |
6 5/8" | 6 | 7" | 1" | 1/2" | 1 1/8" | Triple Bulb | Fiberglass | 300 Series Stainless Steel | 00000000 | 000000 |
8 5/8" | 8 | 7" | 1" | 1/2" | 1 1/8" | Triple Bulb | Fiberglass | 300 Series Stainless Steel | 00000000 | 000000 |
10 3/4" | 10 | 7" | 1" | 1/2" | 1 1/8" | Triple Bulb | Fiberglass | 300 Series Stainless Steel | 00000000 | 000000 |
12 3/4" | 12 | 7" | 1" | 1/2" | 1 1/8" | Triple Bulb | Fiberglass | 300 Series Stainless Steel | 00000000 | 000000 |
Expansion Joints with Butt-Weld Ends

- For Use With: Air, Natural Gas, Oil, Steam, Water
- Temperature Range: -20° to 800° F
- Maximum Pressure: 150 psi @ 72° F
- Maximum Vacuum: 29 in. of Hg @ 72° F
These joints weld to unthreaded pipe or another butt-weld fitting for a leak-resistant, permanent connection. They reduce stress, vibration, and noise in metal piping systems by providing a point of flexibility to absorb movement.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Distance | |||||||||
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For Pipe OD | Pipe Size | Lg. | Compression | Expansion | Offset | Expansion Joint Type | Butt Weld End Material | Each | |
321 Stainless Steel | |||||||||
3 1/2" | 3 | 5" | 3/8" | 3/16" | 1/16" | Bellow | Steel | 0000000 | 0000000 |
4 1/2" | 4 | 6" | 5/8" | 1/4" | 1/16" | Bellow | Steel | 0000000 | 000000 |
5 9/16" | 5 | 7 1/2" | 5/8" | 1/4" | 1/16" | Bellow | Steel | 0000000 | 000000 |
6 5/8" | 6 | 9" | 13/16" | 3/8" | 1/16" | Bellow | Steel | 0000000 | 000000 |
8 5/8" | 8 | 8 1/2" | 13/16" | 3/8" | 1/16" | Bellow | Steel | 0000000 | 00000000 |
10 3/4" | 10 | 9 1/2" | 13/16" | 7/16" | 1/16" | Bellow | Steel | 0000000 | 00000000 |
Expansion Joints with Threaded Ends

- For Use With: Air, Grease, Oil, Water
- Temperature Range: 0° to 240° F
- Maximum Pressure: 150 psi @ 72° F
- Maximum Vacuum: 16 in. of Hg @ 72° F
Connect male threaded pipe to these expansion joints to add a point of flexibility in your line that reduces stress, vibration, and noise. These joints have a double-bulb design that absorbs more movement and vibration than other expansion joints. Made of neoprene rubber, they’re more abrasion resistant than silicone rubber joints. Their flexible body is reinforced with nylon for added strength.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Distance | NPT Female Threads | |||||||
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Pipe Size | Lg. | Compression | Expansion | Offset | Expansion Joint Type | Fitting Material | Each | |
Neoprene Rubber | ||||||||
3/4 | 8" | 7/8" | 1/4" | 7/8" | Double Bulb | Iron | 0000000 | 000000 |
1 | 8" | 7/8" | 1/4" | 7/8" | Double Bulb | Iron | 0000000 | 00000 |
1 1/4 | 8" | 7/8" | 1/4" | 7/8" | Double Bulb | Iron | 0000000 | 00000 |
1 1/2 | 8" | 7/8" | 1/4" | 7/8" | Double Bulb | Iron | 0000000 | 000000 |
2 | 8" | 7/8" | 1/4" | 7/8" | Double Bulb | Iron | 0000000 | 000000 |