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==Design== | ==Design== | ||
The surface of the rubber compensators is smooth on the in and outside incorporating two fold high strength plies of fabric. The outer rubber, made of Neoprene, is weather resistant and protects the inner pressure bearer from ageing, wear and corrosion. The inner rubber is made of nitrile rubber. The [[ | The surface of the rubber compensators is smooth on the in and outside incorporating two fold high strength plies of fabric. The outer rubber, made of Neoprene, is weather resistant and protects the inner pressure bearer from ageing, wear and corrosion. The inner rubber is made of nitrile rubber. The [[compensators]] have rubber reinforcements vulcanised on both sides. These reinforcements have two lips and an inclined ridge for better sealing. Further sealings are not necessary. | ||
==Areas of use== | ==Areas of use== | ||
Typically used for flexibility when pump flange calls for rubber lined steel reducer and spacing from sump is too short to fit a piece of hose. | Typically used for flexibility when pump flange calls for rubber lined steel reducer and spacing from sump is too short to fit a piece of hose. | ||