C105-11–880 Issue D
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INTRODUCTION
Figure 1 - A flexible pipeline formed into a tight bend
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Braided flexible pipelines
Note:
To install braided flexible pipelines safely, you must follow the guidelines given in
.
Braided flexible pipelines have an outer protective layer of woven stainless steel braid. They are suitable for use as
exhaust pipelines on Edwards dry pumps and other applications where there is significant gas pulsation or the
possibility of high gas pressures.
Braided flexible pipelines are intended for installation in static systems. They are not suitable for repeated flexing.
This could cause fatigue failure.
