Pressure Piping Expansion Joints

Sing-Flex Model "SF"
Single Bellows Metallic Expansion Joint

Thorburn's single-Flex metallic bellows are specifically designed for piping or ducting applications requiring limited absorption of axial and lateral movements. Where small thermal movements are involved and proper anchoring and guiding is feasible, Thorburn's Single-Flex "SF" series expansion joint system provides the most economical installation. Single-Flex is the base member of Thorburn metal expansion joint family, consisting of a bellows element and end fittings.

Thorburn Single-Flex "SF"



MA-Main Anchor / G-Guide

Typical installation for Thorburn's
Single-Flex expansion joint system

Thorburn Single-Flex expansion joint is located near an anchor in a piping run. Each single bellows absorbs the axial movement of the section of piping which it is located. Thorburn Single-Flex expansion joints are also used to absorb small amounts of lateral movement. A directional main anchor must be used to absorb the pressure thrust.

Available in a single or universal design
Designed for moderate axial movement
Economical construction
Will not absorb pressure thrust unless
tie rods are used



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Thorburn Single-Flex "SF" Series Unrestrained Single Metallic Bellows Expansion Joint System.