DN80 PN16 NBR Rubber Compensator for Hydropower Plant – SS304 Stainless Steel Flanges & Oil-Resistant Bellows

SKU: KXT-DN25-EPDM-PN16-SS304

Model TypeKXT
Size (DN)DN80 (3inch)
Pressure RatingPN16 (16 bar)
MaterialNBR Rubber
Flange MaterialStainless Steel 304
Temperature Range-20°C to +80°C
Working MediumTurbine Oil/Governor Hydraulic Oil
Connection TypeFlange Connection

Product Description & Specifications

Overview

The DN80 Hydropower Rubber Compensator is a high-performance flexible connector specifically developed for the rigorous environments of hydroelectric power stations. Featuring an oil-resistant NBR (Nitrile) bellows and premium SS304 stainless steel flanges, this unit ensures long-term reliability in turbine lubrication systems and cooling water circuits where standard rubber joints would fail.
Designed to absorb high-frequency vibrations from turbine units and accommodate thermal expansion, this NBR rubber compensator prevents fatigue in piping joints. Its robust construction and corrosion-resistant materials make it the definitive choice for ensuring the operational safety of hydropower infrastructure.

Key Features

  • High-Grade NBR Bellows: Optimized for turbine oil, hydraulic fluids, and lubricating oils, preventing rubber swelling and maintaining structural integrity in oil-contact applications.
  • Corrosion-Resistant SS304 Flanges: Provides excellent protection against the humid atmosphere typical of hydropower plant galleries and valve halls.
  • Precision Vibration Damping: Effectively isolates mechanical tremors from main turbine units and auxiliary pumps, protecting sensitive instrumentation.
  • Multi-Axial Movement Compensation: Accommodates axial, lateral, and angular displacements caused by pressure surges or structural settlement.
  • Durable Service Life: Engineered for the long maintenance cycles of power plants, reducing the total cost of ownership and downtime.

Applications

This rubber compensator is ideal for:

  • Turbine Lubrication Systems: Flexible connection for oil supply and return lines in hydroelectric generators.
  • Governor Hydraulic Systems: Managing high-pressure hydraulic fluid transport with oil-resistant reliability.
  • Plant Cooling Water Circuits: Vibration isolation for pumps and heat exchangers in the cooling system.
  • Auxiliary Powerhouse Piping: Reliable flexible joints for various water and oil utility lines within the powerhouse.

Technical Specifications

Parameter Value
Nominal DiameterDN80 (3 inch)
Working PressurePN16 (1.6 MPa)
Test Pressure2.4MPa
Temperature Range-20°C to +80°C
Axial Extension8mm
Axial Compression15mm
Lateral Deflection12mm
Angular Deflection15°
StandardGB/T 2506-2005

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