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Universal Expansion Joints
Do hinged and gimbal expansion joints serve the same purpose?
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On a lateral tied expansion joint, is there space allowed in between the nut and the retainer to functionally avoid tilt of the tie-rod when at the operating temperature?
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Why are loads on tied universal bellows not transferred?
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How do you achieve lateral movement in a tied universal expansion joint?
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Where should I use a universal expansion joint in piping?
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How long should a universal expansion joint be?
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Can you use a tied expansion joint in the exhaust of a gas turbine application?
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How do you decide on the number of tie-rods in a universal expansion joint?
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How do you design universal bellows with two different sizes?
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While tie-rods may stabilize the expansion joint from sideways displacements does it not restrict the joint from thermal growth and thus reduce the functionality of the expansion joint?
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When is a universal expansion joint preferred over a single expansion joint?
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