FCE Swivel joints – Højtryk
A Swivel joint is a component in a piping system that allows fluid circulation whilst maintaining articulation and inbuilt rotation between 2 fixed ends of the piping system. Applications can be for temporary and fixed installations. Most common swivels employ male/female housings, a bearing – usually of ball race design and a sealing mechanism between the male and the female components of the housing.
Applications:
- Loading systems
- Temporary piping systems around the wellhead (cementing operations, BOP and choke lines, etc.)
- Flare lines
- Hoses
- Hydraulic machines, sewer units, etc.
How to select your swivel joint:
In order to provide the accurate swivel joint for your application, it is essential to specify several parameters:
1 – Flow conditions:
- Max operating pressure.
- Min and Max operating temperature (fluid).
- Max flow rate.
2 – Fluid characteristics:(abrasive & corrosive content)
3 – Mechanical constraints:
- Radial & axial loads.
- Rotating speed.
4 – Service and environmental conditions:
- Ambient temperature & environment (indoor, outdoor).
- Service frequency (cycle per day / hour).
- Piping system configuration & line size.
- Swivel style (see below).