SHIPBOARD DAMAGE CONTROL, PERSONNEL PROTECTION, FIREFIGHTING AND CBR-D
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Blank Flanges
 
DESCRIPTION: A blank flange is a flat plate of heavy metal, circular in shape, and provided with standard bolt holes. A gasket of sheet packing is normally used with most low pressure flanges, and special gaskets on steam lines. Whenever possible, such gaskets should be used, even when making rapid repairs during battle to prevent excessive leakage. USE: Used to blank pipe lines. USE TIP: Not intended for lines exceeding 400 PSI. Tighten bolts opposite of each other to apply even pressure. C-clamps may be used as a temporary securing device. The flange will carry as much pressure as the line was designed to hold. REF: NAVSEA Drawing No. 804-5959235 is the guide for making the flanges. Parent AEL.

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