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Fastening for pipelines brackets laths collars

January 20, 2020

At installation of pipeline designs various fastenings for pipelines are used, which include brackets, planks, clamps, etc.. D. The fixing option and the type of fastener are chosen, focusing on the technical characteristics of communication (example, material or weight). Buying the right fittings not only makes installation easier, but also increases the service life of the system as a whole.

There is a wide range of fasteners for fixing pipes when installing highways of different types

Requirements for fasteners

The range of shaped products is incredibly wide - if desired, you can choose a part for any type of non-standard designs. There is even a grounding clamp for pipes, which perform two functions - fixing pipes and grounding the structure. All elements are divided into types according to their technical characteristics. Regardless, what are the shaped elements used, they must possess such qualities:

  • reliability;
  • reusability;
  • versatility;
  • corrosion resistance;
  • resistance to mechanical damage;
  • durability;
  • ease of installation.

Importantly! A very important point is the availability of details. The most popular options for fasteners can be found in any hardware store and, vice versa, some devices are rarer or custom made.

If the structure is load-bearing, then the requirements for fasteners are multiplied. In this case, you should pay attention to the material, from which the pipeline is made.

When choosing fasteners should pay attention to the material, from which pipes are made, example, copper clamps require copper clamps

If the highway is made of plastic, then its installation on fasteners differs in a number of features:

  • plastic parts we are prone to linear expansion, therefore, they can increase their length in straight sections. This feature should be taken into account when choosing brackets and other elements. They should not impede the movement of communication and have a special locking structure;
  • plastic pipes are not as strong, as metal, therefore for their installation it is necessary to choose smooth details, without sharp edges, which will not be able to damage the polymer pipeline;
  • for metal communications clamps metal with a screw for fastening of pipelines and their repair are ideally suited, and for plastic pipelines, flat fixtures with smoothed edges will be ideal;
  • strength indicators of polymer pipelines are much inferior to metal analogues, therefore, their use as load-bearing structures is impractical;
  • plastic pipes are not fixed with clamps on static supports - this can lead to damage.

Classification of fasteners

All types of pipe fasteners are classified according to two main indicators:

  • method of use;
  • mounting method.

The fixed support is rigidly attached to the surface and is resistant to vibration of the pipeline

The method of using fasteners is chosen, focusing on their design features. There are the following options for devices:

Mobile. Such elements are used in those cases, when you want to keep the mobility of the pipe. The movement of the pipe occurs as a result of exposure to high temperatures. These details are very popular at installation of plastic communications and laying in underground channels.

Still. Fastening, which are resistant to vibration, and are able to dampen linear extensions in the system.

Sliding. Such fastenings allow to move pipes not only in longitudinal, but also in the transverse direction.

Suspensions in pipeline structures play a very important role, as thanks to them there is an even distribution of loading in system. They are used for that, to avoid overloading of separate parts of a water supply system and to fix a design on a wall, floor or other surface.

According to the method of installation, the following categories of fasteners are distinguished:

  • caseless;
  • welded hull type;
  • hull (clamp type);
  • shield.

A bodyless collar is a standard option, and the hulls are connected to the pipe by welding.

Sliding supports are necessary for those highways, in which the pipes can move under the action of thermal expansion

Varieties and characteristics of fasteners

The most common types of fasteners for various pipeline communications are:

  • brackets;
  • planks;
  • clamps.

Brackets are a special console detail, which is used for fixing pipeline structures on vertical or horizontal surfaces. Depending on the design, the following types of these devices are distinguished:

  • simple (consist of one part);
  • complex (consist of several elements).

Useful Information! Such fasteners are used to install communications with a diameter above average. exept this, brackets are often combined with other fasteners (pendants, clamps, etc.. D.).

The mounting bar is a product, which has become very popular when installing underfloor heating. This device consists of a plate and special clamps, in which pipes are installed, the bar itself is fixed on a certain surface.

Clamps - devices for repair and fixing of pipelines. There is such a detail, as a grounding clamp for pipes - it performs several functions simultaneously. Such devices are divided into types by material:

  • metal;
  • plastic.

Metal fasteners are used to fix all types of pipes

Metal products are stronger, therefore they are used for fastening heavy pipes (copper, cast iron, steel). The clamp metal with a screw is strong enough and convenient in installation. The design of such a device includes a special gasket for tight and tight coupling with the pipe.

Plastic clamps, although less durable, however, used much more often. It has to do with that, that today polymer pipes occupy leading positions in the market.

Regarding the use of clamps are:

  • trumpet (equipped with a nut).
  • hose (also equipped with a nut)
  • reinforced.
  • electrical.
  • integral.
  • repair.

Plumbing clamps are used to repair pipes, and fasteners - for fixing not very massive communications.

The grounding clamp for pipes performs two functions - fixing and grounding of the pipeline. The design of such products is presented ??flat hoop and rod, which is inserted into the cavity of the pipe. Earthing clamp for pipes, usually, mounted by welding for tightness and strength of the structure. There is also a clamping ground clamp for pipes - it is tightened with a special screw, included in the kit. Such clamps are very popular products - their range is quite wide today.