Device for making a sealed connection
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Jun 6, 1989
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Aug 5, 1987
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Aug 11, 1986
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The invention relates to a device for making a sealed connection of adaptable length suitable for interconnecting two pipes whose axes are not necessarily in alignment. The device in accordance with the invention comprises a flange placed on each pipe with each flange being provided with a spherical bearing surface on its end face and with a spherical bearing surface on its opposite face. A central tube has a thrust member mounted at each end thereof, each thrust member including a void for receiving at least one spacer. The tube is also provided with a flange which serves to bring the spacer against a sealing ring pressed against the end face of the flange by being clamped to a backing flange. The backing flange has a spherical surface that cooperates with the spherical surface of the opposite face of the pipe-mounted flange. At least one of said thrust members receives at least two spacers separated by sealing ring. The invention also provides a clamping method. A connection in accordance with the invention is particularly applicable in the nuclear industry.
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