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To work with complex technical products, special materials and tools are required. In this section, we offer not only to familiarize yourself, but also to order the manuals, materials or tools you need. For example,gauges for pressure testing of CAST high-pressure hoses or gauges for РВД TIEFFE.

One of the most effective ways to control the quality of HPR pressurization is calledNIPPLE ID CONTROL.
Control of the internal diameter of the nipple serves to measure the so-called deformation of the nipple hole. Pin hole deformation is the localized reduction in pin hole diameter in the effective seal area of the fitting due to compressive forces applied to the sleeve wall during pressure testing. The representation of the hose assembly in terms of its resistance to rupture and leakage is determined by the level of compression of the hose wall and pipe achieved during pressure testing. Deformation of the nipple hole gives indirect confirmation of the degree of compression of the hose wall. Very high nipple compression indicates a pinched condition with excessive compression of the pipe and hose walls, which can lead to the risk of premature destruction of the hose and fitting. Also, excessive compression of the orifice can lead to additional pressure drop in these constriction zones along the fluid flow path, thus reducing the efficiency of high pressure in hydraulic circuits with high flow levels. A very weak deformation of the nipple can indicate a weak compression of the walls of the sleeve and pipe, which can increase the risk of leakage in the fittings and tearing off the fitting, especially if the sleeve "aged" during operation. Proper measurement and effective control of nipple hole failures during manufacture contributes to consistent product quality and performance and can significantly reduce the risk of premature hose failure. Control of the internal diameter of the nipple is carried out by special gauges.
It should be said here that each fitting manufacturer recommends its own calibre sizes. Gauge diameters and strain sizes should be requested from fitting suppliers.
The gauge is selected depending on the size, the type of sleeve (wire spiral or wire braid) and the type of nipple (regular type or Interlock) to be crimped. After pressure testing to the specified value, it is necessary to insert the non-pass end of the caliber into the nipple. The gauge should stop halfway to the end of the nipple. This means that the minimum deformation level has been reached. After checking with a non-pass gauge, insert the pass end of the gauge into the nipple - the gauge must pass through the nipple shank. If the test results are positive, continue to crimp the batch using the current crimping unit and control the deformation with a frequency that is statistically convenient. If the test is negative, the crimping setting should be changed and re-crimping and re-testing should be performed. The deformation of the nipple should be rechecked in the event of a change in the batch of hoses, nipples or crimps.
Photo calibers Tieffe (left) and Kast (right).
IMG_5528.JPGCast calibers for HPR