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So, how exactly should we maintain a sleeve compensator?


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Jun 23,2022

A sleeve compensator is a type of compensator that can be directly installed in pipelines conveying fluids in either a unidirectional or multidirectional flow. Regarding the maintenance of sleeve compensators, our editor has summarized several key points for you. Before installation, sleeve compensators should be properly stored to protect them from exposure to sunlight, rain, and dust contamination. Such exposure can accelerate oxidation of the product and damage the surface anti-rust paint, significantly affecting the performance of the sleeve compensator.

  A sleeve compensator is a type of compensator that can be directly installed in pipelines conveying fluids flowing in one or multiple directions. Regarding the maintenance of sleeve compensators, our editor has summarized several key points for you. Before installation, sleeve compensators should be properly stored to protect them from exposure to sunlight, rain, and dust contamination. Such exposure can accelerate oxidation and damage the surface’s anti-rust paint, significantly affecting the performance of the sleeve compensator.

 

  Perform regular inspections and carry out maintenance work diligently. If any medium leakage is detected, the leaking rotary joint must be disassembled for cleaning, maintenance, and replacement of sealing elements. The cleaning and maintenance of sleeve compensators must be conducted strictly according to proper operating procedures to prevent secondary damage to the sleeve compensator caused by improper cleaning methods.

  The failure of sleeve compensators is mostly caused by corrosion from the external environment. Therefore, when designing the structure of a sleeve compensator, it is essential to consider isolating the compensator from contact with external corrosive media. By adding a barrier film on the exterior of the sleeve compensator or by using a sleeve compensator made of stainless steel, the impact of external corrosive factors on the sleeve compensator can be significantly reduced.

  The pipe sections welded to both ends of the sleeve compensator must undergo beveling. This not only ensures 100% contact between the welding surfaces but also increases the contact area, thereby achieving a better welding result. After welding, a hydrostatic pressure test shall be conducted as required. Twenty-four hours after operation begins, the bolts at both ends of the stuffing box must be tightened again.

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