The unique design of the B-CON connector’s metal seal allows for up to +/-10º of misalignment in any axial plane from the centerline of the adjoining pipe (20º total misalignment). The metal sealing criteria is the same as that specified by ASME for the ring-joint flanges. Sealing integrity is maintained at any angle of misalignment, with the seal being insensitive to externally applied bending loads at all operating pressures. It is actuated by tightening of the bolts. The tightening locks the ball member into the socket flange (housing), creating a rigid, static leak tight seal.
The B-CON meets all Applicable Codes and Standards: ANSI, API, ASME and NACE and it is available in stock from pipe sizes ranging from 4-in Nominal Pipe Size (NPS) to 24-in NPS and in pressure Classes 600 & 900. The B-CON can also be supplied for any pipe size and any pressure rating, upon request.