Blank Flange Plate is a sealing flange commonly used in piping systems, suitable for various pipeline connections that require high strength, corrosion resistance, and high-temperature endurance. Made from titanium alloys (such as Gr1, Gr2, and Gr5), it is widely used in the oil and gas, chemical, marine, and water treatment industries. It provides excellent corrosion resistance while offering good structural strength and reliability.
Parameter/Feature | Gr1 Titanium Alloy | Gr2 Titanium Alloy | Gr5 Titanium Alloy |
---|---|---|---|
Chemical Composition | Ti ≥ 99.5% | Ti ≥ 99% | Ti-6Al-4V (90% Ti, 6% Al, 4% V) |
Tensile Strength | ≥ 240 MPa | ≥ 345 MPa | ≥ 895 MPa |
Elongation | ≥ 24% | ≥ 20% | ≥ 10% |
Hardness | Low hardness | Medium hardness | High hardness |
Corrosion Resistance | Excellent corrosion resistance | Good corrosion resistance | Good corrosion resistance |
Temperature Stability | Suitable for room temperature | Suitable for room to medium temperature (up to 400°C) | Suitable for high-temperature environments (up to 600°C) |
Main Applications | Chemical, food, cryogenic applications | Chemical, marine, general industrial applications | Aerospace, oil and gas, high-strength applications |
Blank Flange Plates are used in various industries, primarily for sealing and connecting pipelines. Below are the common application areas:
Oil and Gas Industry: In oil and gas pipeline systems, Blank Flange Plates are used to seal pipeline ports, withstanding corrosive environments and high operational pressures. They are particularly suitable for offshore platforms and deep-sea pipeline systems.
Chemical Industry: Due to the excellent corrosion resistance of titanium alloys, Blank Flange Plates are widely used in chemical pipelines to prevent corrosion from acidic and corrosive chemicals, extending the lifespan of equipment.
Marine Engineering: Titanium alloys offer outstanding resistance to corrosion, making Blank Flange Plates suitable for marine pipeline systems, such as seawater desalination plants, offshore platforms, and subsea pipelines.
Water Treatment and Desalination: In water treatment and desalination plants, Blank Flange Plates are used to seal pipeline ports, preventing seawater corrosion of the pipeline system and ensuring long-term stable operation.
Aerospace: Blank Flange Plates are used in spacecraft piping systems, capable of withstanding extreme temperatures and pressures, suitable for spacecraft and satellite piping systems.
Shipbuilding: In ship pipeline systems, titanium alloy Blank Flange Plates provide excellent resistance to seawater corrosion, widely used in ship equipment and marine engineering pipelines.
Excellent Corrosion Resistance: Titanium alloys have outstanding resistance to acids, bases, salts, and seawater, making them suitable for extreme environments.
High Strength and Low Weight: Compared to steel, titanium alloys offer higher strength and lower weight, making them ideal for applications where weight is a strict consideration.
High-Temperature Performance: Especially Gr5 alloy, which maintains excellent strength at high temperatures, is suitable for high-temperature pipeline systems.
Long-Term Reliability: The unique physical properties of titanium alloys ensure that Blank Flange Plates can operate reliably in extreme conditions, reducing maintenance and replacement frequency.
Low Maintenance Requirements: The corrosion resistance of titanium alloys significantly reduces the need for maintenance and replacement, providing a cost-effective long-term solution.
Material Certification: All Blank Flange Plates are provided with complete material certificates, ensuring compliance with DIN 2501 standards and meeting the performance requirements of the selected alloy.
Dimensional Accuracy: Strict dimensional checks are conducted during the manufacturing process to ensure that the flange plates' tolerances and sizes meet the standard requirements.
Non-Destructive Testing (NDT): During batch production, non-destructive testing methods such as ultrasonic, X-ray, or magnetic particle inspection are used to ensure that the products are defect-free.
Surface Treatment: Each Blank Flange Plate undergoes surface treatment during production to ensure a smooth surface free of impurities, enhancing its sealing performance and corrosion resistance.
Blank Flange Plates (DIN 2501 Gr1, Gr2, Gr5 PN5) are crucial sealing components in piping systems, widely used in the oil and gas, chemical, marine engineering, and water treatment industries. Due to their excellent corrosion resistance, superior strength, and high-temperature performance, titanium alloy Blank Flange Plates demonstrate long-term reliability and efficient performance in many extreme environments. Through strict quality control and manufacturing processes, titanium alloy Blank Flange Plates ensure stable operation of pipeline systems, reducing the need for maintenance and replacement, and providing an efficient, cost-effective solution.