Prevost Flexible Link – Swivel Male – Male

Description

Prevost Flexible Link – Swivel Male – Male

Prevost Flexible Link – Swivel Male – Male

The Prevost Flexible Link (Swivel Male – Male) is a heavy-duty, reinforced rubber hose assembly designed to act as the critical shock absorber for your compressed air network. Featuring high-precision male tapered threads on both ends, this flexible hose acts as the primary bridge between vibrating equipment (like compressors and dryers) and the rigid aluminum piping system.

By isolating the static pipe network from the intense vibration and thermal expansion of the compressor, this link prevents stress fractures, leaks, and mechanical fatigue, ensuring the long-term integrity of your entire installation.

Key Features & Benefits

• Vibration Isolation: The flexible rubber construction absorbs the high-frequency vibrations generated by air compressors, preventing them from traveling into the rigid aluminum pipework where they could loosen fittings or cause cracks.
• 360° Swivel Ends: Both ends feature rotating swivel fittings, allowing for stress-free installation. This prevents the hose from twisting or kinking during tightening and allows it to naturally adjust to the equipment’s position.
• Misalignment Correction: Perfect for connecting two fixed points that don’t line up perfectly. The hose accommodates significant lateral and angular misalignment that rigid pipe cannot handle.
• High-Pressure Durability: Constructed with a robust, oil-resistant inner tube and wire-braided reinforcement to withstand high pressures (up to 232 PSI) and pressure spikes common during compressor startup.
• Thermal Expansion Compensation: Absorbs the thermal growth of the piping system during temperature fluctuations, protecting the compressor outlet and wall brackets from stress.

Technical Specifications

• Part Series: LE (Flexible Link)
• Connection Type:
  • End A: Tapered Male Thread (Swivel)
  • End B: Tapered Male Thread (Swivel)
• Hose Material: Oil-resistant synthetic rubber with steel wire reinforcement
• Fitting Material: Plated Steel / Brass
• Operating Pressure: Up to 232 PSI (16 bar)
• Safety Factor: High burst pressure rating for industrial safety
• Length: Available in various lengths (typically 0.5m to 2m) to suit different plant room layouts.

Ideal Applications

• Compressor to Header: The mandatory connection point between the air compressor discharge and the main aluminum distribution loop.
• Receiver Tank Connections: Connecting air tanks to dryers or filters where rigid pipe alignment is difficult.
• Isolating Machinery: Connecting heavy, vibrating machinery (like stamping presses) to the main air drop to prevent vibration feedback into the ceiling pipe.
• Expansion Loops: Bridging the gap between two independent buildings or structures to allow for movement.

Technical specifications

• Construction :Rubber with metallic braiding
• Highlight :Resistant to oils, abrasion and ozone
• Equipped with :Rotating coupling

NPT male thread – Length (ft)Bend radius at 68 deg. F (at 20 deg. C)(mm)Max operating pressure (psi)Temperature ( deg. F)Reference1/2″ MNPT4.9’7.12320-40 230LEM 2533/4″ MNPT4.9’9.41530-40 230LEM 2541″ MNPT4.9’11.81280-40 230LEM 2551 1/4″ MNPT7.2’16.5920-40 230LEM 2561 1/2″ MNPT8.2’19.7730-40 230LEM 2572″ MNPT6.5’24.81160-40 230LEM 258