When will rubber soft joint leak?

1.Improper Installation: If the tightening sequence or force applied to the flanges of the Rubber Joint is not uniform or appropriate during installation, it may lead to poor sealing and subsequent leakage.

2.Ball Body Damage: Any damage to the surface of the rubber joint's ball body, such as punctures from sharp objects or cracks caused by aging, can also result in leakage.

3.Air Holes on Flange Surface: Due to manufacturing limitations, air holes may exist on the flange surface, which can become leakage points during installation or use.

4Material Incompatibility with Medium Corrosion: If the material of the Rubber Expansion Joint cannot resist the corrosion of the pipeline medium, long-term use will degrade its performance, ultimately leading to leakage.

5.Unreasonable Seal Design: An improperly designed seal structure may result in an uneven or rough sealing surface between the joint and the pipeline, with impurities and damage affecting the sealing effectiveness.

6.Aging and Wear from Long-Term Use: Over time, Rubber Joints may lose elasticity due to aging and hardening, developing cracks or wear, which can cause leakage.

7.Vibration or Displacement in the Pipeline System: Vibration or displacement in the pipeline system can cause uneven stress on the rubber joint, leading to leakage.

8.Exceeding Temperature and Pressure Limits: If the temperature and pressure of the medium exceed the design limits of the rubber joint, it may cause damage to the joint and subsequent leakage.

9.Poor Maintenance: Lack of regular inspection and maintenance can lead to wear on the Rubber Flexible Joint, loosening of fasteners, or contamination of the sealing surface, all of which can cause leakage.

10.External Factors: External impacts or damage, as well as environmental factors (such as extreme temperatures, UV exposure, etc.), can also degrade the performance of the rubber joint and trigger leakage.

To prevent leakage caused by these situations, it is essential to ensure proper installation of the Rubber Flexible Expansion Joint, select appropriate materials and structural designs, conduct regular inspections and maintenance, and pay attention to the impact of environmental factors on the rubber joint.