Steel - Stainless Swivel Joints
Description
Steel - Stainless Swivel Joints are mechanical components designed to allow rotational movement between two connected parts. They are typically used to facilitate the transfer of fluids or gases while accommodating movement, reducing mechanical stress from bending, stretching, and twisting. These joints are constructed from stainless steel, which provides enhanced resistance to corrosion and wear.
Working Principle
Stainless swivel joints operate by allowing a hose or pipe to pivot around a central axis, which reduces mechanical stress and prevents damage from bending or twisting. The swivel joint consists of a rotary seal that maintains a secure connection between the stationary and rotating parts, allowing for fluid or gas transfer without leaks. The use of stainless steel in these joints provides additional benefits such as increased hardness and resistance to corrosion, making them particularly useful in environments where durability and longevity are critical.
Applications
Stainless swivel joints are used in a variety of industries and applications. For example, they are commonly found in high-rate pumping applications where reduced vibration and abrasion are necessary. They are also used in systems that require the transmission of fluids through rotating manifolds, such as in certain aerospace and industrial machinery applications.
Advantages over other Swivel Joints
Compared to swivel joints made from other materials, stainless steel swivel joints offer several advantages. They provide better insulation at high temperatures and have lower thermal conductivity, which is approximately 30% of that of carbon steel. This makes them ideal for applications where temperature control is crucial. Additionally, stainless steel's greater resistance to corrosion and steam cuts enhances the longevity and reliability of the joints in harsh environments.
Limitations
Despite their advantages, stainless swivel joints have limitations. They may have higher initial costs compared to joints made from less expensive materials like carbon steel. Additionally, while stainless steel offers excellent corrosion resistance, it may not be suitable for all chemical environments, and specific applications may require more specialized materials.
Considerations
When selecting stainless swivel joints, several factors should be considered. The initial cost can be higher due to the material's premium nature, but this is often offset by lower maintenance and replacement costs due to its durability. Operating expenses may also be reduced as stainless steel requires less frequent replacement and maintenance. However, it is important to ensure that the joint's specifications, such as size, operating temperature, and pressure ratings, match the application's requirements to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
from OPW Engineered Systems
An integral part of many hose reel applications is an OPW Swivel Joint. OPW produces a variety of Swivel Joints designed specifically for Hose Reels. In addition, we have the ability to customize a swivel to fit your specific application. Standard Materials: Carbon Steel, 316 Stainless Steel,... [See More]
- Body Material: Steel; Steel - Stainless
- Port Size: 3/4"; 7/8"; 1"; 1¼"; 1½"; 2"; 2½"; 3"; 4"; 5"; 6"; 12 "
- Media / Application: Chemical
- Connection: Female NPT
from General Pump
High Pressure Swivel, Stainless Steel. General Pump, along with our parent company, Interpump Group S.r.l., has been the world leader in plunger pump development since 1982. While known as the leader in plunger pumps for the pressure cleaning industry, we have expanded to serve Vehicle Wash as well... [See More]
- Body Material: Steel - Stainless
- Temperature: 200
- Pressure: 5000
- Number of Ports: 1
from Instech Laboratories, Inc.
For years, Instech's 375/D/22QE swivel has been the industry-standard for awake animal microdialysis. It has quartz-lining on the center channel to minimize dead volume and reactivity with neuroatransmitters. The newer 375/D/22QM swivel incorporates a miniature seal system for ultra-low torque and... [See More]
- Body Material: Steel - Stainless
- Media / Application: Water
- Number of Ports: 1
- Port Size: Micro
from DSTI - Dynamic Sealing Technologies, Inc.
The 12 passage HPS Series rotary unions feature a high pressure design and all stainless steel construction suitable for use in marine / offshore environments. Medium pressure connection types are standard on these units. [See More]
- Body Material: Steel - Stainless
- Speed: 0.0 to 50
- Pressure: 0.0 to 20000
- Temperature: 0.0 to 220
from General Pump
High Pressure Swivel, Stainless Steel, QD. General Pump, along with our parent company, Interpump Group S.r.l., has been the world leader in plunger pump development since 1982. While known as the leader in plunger pumps for the pressure cleaning industry, we have expanded to serve Vehicle Wash as... [See More]
- Body Material: Steel - Stainless
- Temperature: 200
- Pressure: 5000
- Number of Ports: 1
from Instech Laboratories, Inc.
All of Instech's single channel stainless steel models are fully autoclavable and may be reused hundreds of times. Each swivel includes a universal swivel-to-tether clamp that connects to all of Instech's button, harness, and head block tethers. [See More]
- Body Material: Steel - Stainless
- Media / Application: Water
- Number of Ports: 1
- Port Size: 18-25 ga
from DSTI - Dynamic Sealing Technologies, Inc.
The 16 passage HPS Series rotary unions feature a high pressure design and all stainless steel construction suitable for use in marine / offshore environments. Medium pressure connection types are standard on these units. [See More]
- Body Material: Steel - Stainless
- Speed: 0.0 to 50
- Pressure: 0.0 to 20000
- Temperature: 0.0 to 220
from General Pump
High Pressure Swivel, Stainless Steel, 90 °. General Pump, along with our parent company, Interpump Group S.r.l., has been the world leader in plunger pump development since 1982. While known as the leader in plunger pumps for the pressure cleaning industry, we have expanded to serve Vehicle... [See More]
- Body Material: Steel - Stainless
- Temperature: 200
- Pressure: 3000
- Number of Ports: 1
from Instech Laboratories, Inc.
The second fluid channel on these swivels gives you the ability to infuse and withdraw simultaneously, to infuse on one channel while monitoring on the other, or to infuse on two lines independently. Like the stainless single channel swivels, these swivels have been built to last a lifetime. [See More]
- Body Material: Steel - Stainless
- Media / Application: Water
- Number of Ports: 1
- Port Size: 20-22 ga
from DSTI - Dynamic Sealing Technologies, Inc.
The 3 passage HPS Series rotary unions feature a high pressure design and all stainless steel construction suitable for use in marine / offshore environments. Medium pressure connection types are standard on these units. [See More]
- Body Material: Steel - Stainless
- Speed: 0.0 to 50
- Pressure: 0.0 to 20000
- Temperature: 0.0 to 220
from General Pump
Swivel, Medium Resistance, SS. General Pump, along with our parent company, Interpump Group S.r.l., has been the world leader in plunger pump development since 1982. While known as the leader in plunger pumps for the pressure cleaning industry, we have expanded to serve Vehicle Wash as well as many... [See More]
- Body Material: Steel - Stainless
- Temperature: 320
- Pressure: 5650
- Number of Ports: 1
from Instech Laboratories, Inc.
Instech's MCS series of power-assisted swivels feature five low-dead-volume channels and yet they are as easy to rotate as a single channel swivel. There are three standard models with various combinations of low volume microdialysis and standard 22ga channels. Use with MC015/10 microdialysis tubing... [See More]
- Body Material: Steel - Stainless
- Media / Application: Water
- Number of Ports: 1
- Port Size: Micro
from DSTI - Dynamic Sealing Technologies, Inc.
The 4 passage HPS Series rotary unions feature a high pressure design and all stainless steel construction suitable for use in marine / offshore environments. Medium pressure connection types are standard on these units. [See More]
- Body Material: Steel - Stainless
- Speed: 0.0 to 50
- Pressure: 0.0 to 20000
- Temperature: 0.0 to 220
from General Pump
Swivel, Medium Resistance, SS. General Pump, along with our parent company, Interpump Group S.r.l., has been the world leader in plunger pump development since 1982. While known as the leader in plunger pumps for the pressure cleaning industry, we have expanded to serve Vehicle Wash as well as many... [See More]
- Body Material: Steel - Stainless
- Temperature: 320
- Pressure: 5100
- Number of Ports: 1
from DSTI - Dynamic Sealing Technologies, Inc.
The 6 passage HPS Series rotary unions feature a high pressure design and all stainless steel construction suitable for use in marine / offshore environments. Medium pressure connection types are standard on these units. [See More]
- Body Material: Steel - Stainless
- Speed: 0.0 to 50
- Pressure: 0.0 to 20000
- Temperature: 0.0 to 220
from General Pump
Swivel Coupling, SS. General Pump, along with our parent company, Interpump Group S.r.l., has been the world leader in plunger pump development since 1982. While known as the leader in plunger pumps for the pressure cleaning industry, we have expanded to serve Vehicle Wash as well as many Industrial... [See More]
- Body Material: Steel - Stainless
- Temperature: 200
- Pressure: 5000
- Number of Ports: 1
from DSTI - Dynamic Sealing Technologies, Inc.
The 8 passage HPS Series rotary unions feature a high pressure design and all stainless steel construction suitable for use in marine / offshore environments. Medium pressure connection types are standard on these units. [See More]
- Body Material: Steel - Stainless
- Speed: 0.0 to 50
- Pressure: 0.0 to 20000
- Temperature: 0.0 to 220
from General Pump
Swivel, Nickel-Plated. General Pump, along with our parent company, Interpump Group S.r.l., has been the world leader in plunger pump development since 1982. While known as the leader in plunger pumps for the pressure cleaning industry, we have expanded to serve Vehicle Wash as well as many... [See More]
- Body Material: Steel - Stainless
- Temperature: 200
- Pressure: 3500
- Number of Ports: 1
from DSTI - Dynamic Sealing Technologies, Inc.
The single passage HPS Series rotary unions feature a high pressure design and all stainless steel construction suitable for use in marine / offshore environments. Medium pressure connection types are standard on these units. [See More]
- Body Material: Steel - Stainless
- Speed: 0.0 to 50
- Pressure: 0.0 to 20000
- Temperature: 0.0 to 220
from General Pump
Stainless steel swivel. General Pump, along with our parent company, Interpump Group S.r.l., has been the world leader in plunger pump development since 1982. While known as the leader in plunger pumps for the pressure cleaning industry, we have expanded to serve Vehicle Wash as well as many... [See More]
- Body Material: Steel - Stainless
- Temperature: 200
- Pressure: 3500
- Number of Ports: 1
from DSTI - Dynamic Sealing Technologies, Inc.
The SCS Series rotary unions feature Tri-Clamp © sanitary connections and an FDA approved design for use with CIP (Clean-in-Place) systems. The SCS Series are engineered to minimize fluid stagnation points with smooth flow lines for clean fluid transfer. Specialized bearings are located in a... [See More]
- Body Material: Steel - Stainless
- Speed: 0.0 to 75
- Pressure: 0.0 to 200
- Temperature: 0.0 to 220
from General Pump
Swivel, Nickel-Plated. General Pump, along with our parent company, Interpump Group S.r.l., has been the world leader in plunger pump development since 1982. While known as the leader in plunger pumps for the pressure cleaning industry, we have expanded to serve Vehicle Wash as well as many... [See More]
- Body Material: Steel - Stainless
- Temperature: 200
- Pressure: 3500
- Number of Ports: 1
from DSTI - Dynamic Sealing Technologies, Inc.
The single passage SPS Series rotary unions are small, lightweight and corrosion-resistant featuring aluminum construction with a stainless steel shaft. The SPS Series rotary unions integrate directly with our EST Electrical Slip Rings to combine a single fluid passage with power, signal and/or data... [See More]
- Body Material: Steel - Stainless; Aluminum
- Speed: 0.0 to 500
- Pressure: 0.0 to 600
- Temperature: 0.0 to 220