What is the cause of the shrinkage problem of rubber flexible joints?

What is the cause of the shrinkage problem of rubber flexible joints?
As an important part of the pipeline system, the quality of rubber flexible joints directly affects the operational safety and reliability of the pipeline system. However, in some processes in use, rubber soft joints will have shrinkage problems. The causes of this problem mainly include the following aspects:
1 . The characteristics of the material itself. The rubber material used in rubber soft joints will shrink in the process of use due to the special nature of its molecular structure. Especially in high temperature and high pressure environment, the shrinkage of rubber joints will lead to a decrease in the sealing performance of the joint, resulting in leakage.
2 . Improper installation. If the installation process is not carried out in accordance with the relevant standards and norms, it will also lead to the shrinkage of rubber joints. For example, improper installation position, installation pressure, installation method, etc. will have an impact on the material properties of the rubber joint, which will lead to shrinkage.
3 . Use environment. In a high temperature and humidity environment, the degree of shrinkage of the rubber joint material will also increase, thus affecting its performance.
 
 
In order to avoid the problem of shrinkage of rubber joints, users need to pay attention to the following aspects during the installation and use:
1 . Installation in accordance with relevant standards and specifications. Different piping systems may need to use different rubber joints, so you should know the relevant standards and specifications before using them and follow the requirements.
2 . Avoid using in high temperature and high pressure environment. High temperature and high pressure can cause the environment to cause the rubber soft material to shrink, thus losing the original sealing performance.
3 . Pay attention to the installation position and way. The correct installation position and method can make the material characteristics of the rubber joint fully play, so as to avoid the problem of shrinkage.
The shrinkage of rubber joints is caused by a variety of factors. In daily use, users need to pay attention to the details of installation and use to ensure the performance and quality of rubber soft joints.