For people who know little about flanges, flanges are just disk-shaped metal parts. They don’t know how to use flanges and what is the function of flanges. Actually, the flange is a common pipe fitting that helps connect pipes, equipment, etc. Today, we will introduce the general knowledge of flanges to you.

What is the Connection Method of a Flange? 

Flange connection is important for pipeline construction which is to fix two pipes, fittings or equipment to a flange firstly, then add a flange gasket between the two flanges, and fasten them together by bolts. The connection of some fittings and equipment that come with flanges also belongs to flange connection.

What is the Use of a Flange?

Flanges are used for connecting pipes, valves, and other equipment. A flange can also be a plate or ring to form a rim at the end of a pipe when fastened to the pipe. Take a blind flange, for example, it is a plate for covering or closing the end of a pipe. A flange joint is a connection of pipes, where the connecting pieces have flanges by which the parts are bolted together.