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FDM

FDM is a flexible connection equipped with a pressed on JACOB coupling, assembled with replaceable gaskets and secured by clamps.

Filcoflex FDM improves your modular Jacob pipework system through its airtight, leak proof, and easy connect design. Producing an FDM connector requires a flexible sleeve to be pressed on to JACOB flanges. This sleeve can be made from materials such as thermoplastics, rubbers, and silicones. Aside from this, FDM can be made with a variety of thicknesses and gasket materials. Because FDM is highly customizable, we can create flexible connectors for many applications, including weighing and dosing techniques, ATEX, foodstuffs, chemical, color, and metal detection.
Our expertise ensures a 100% airtight connection with a smooth flow profile.

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1. Consultation. What issues do you want to address? We listen to your needs and give advice.

2. Product development. Our in-house engineers design and present the best option to you.

3. Material preparation. Flexibles and metal parts are prepared according to your specifications.

4. Production. Our expert workers make your flexible connector using methods suited for your design and material.

5. Quality control. Every product undergoes strict inspection before shipping.

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Application

Modular pipework systems

FDM is created to be incorporated with JACOB tubing systems used by major manufacturers worldwide for bulk goods transport in key industries such as food, chemical, pharmaceutical, and plastic. JACOB pipework systems are modular in nature and subdivides each section of the system into individual parts which makes it easy to disassemble pipes and joints as needed.

This flexible connector is compatible with other Jacob coupling accessories, such as adapter flanges, clamps, and gaskets. It is also interchangeable with KMH, NORO, and S&W pipework systems.

Options

Magnets, Sensors, and Switches

The flanges pressed onto the flexible allow to weld brackets to mount electromagnets, sensors or proximity switches. This for the safety purpose to detect if there is a flexible mounted. When the clamp is disassembled, electromagnets can keep the flexible in place to prevent leaks or to guard operators from mechanical moving parts that are dangerous. Machines can be switched of when the right electronic precautions are made. Also ground studs / earth studs can be added to the metal press rings on each end.

Flange Materials

On the FDM the following flange materials are available:AISI 304 / DIN 1.4301, 2.0mm, Glass Bead Blasted, (standard) AISI 304 / DIN 1.4301, 2.0mm, Pickled and passivated AISI 316Ti / DIN 1.4571, 2.0mm, Pickled and passivated

Others on request

Flange Surface Finish

Surface Finishes Of the flanges are as described above. Or if you have your own surface requirements we can have that custom made to your specification, such as:Pickled and Passivated Polished, Ra0.4 or Ra 0.8 Finish 2B H2O blasting / Sublimotion / Viwateq Glass Bead Blasted

Variations

Conical Eccentric Unparallel flange surfaces With inner sleeve Y piece / side branches / T piece Bellow shape, symmetric and conical asymmetric Reinforcement rings against vacuum and over pressure (also in grounded editions), End cap or blind cover Spiral shaped reinforcement

Dimensions

Jacob is interchangeable with, KMH, NORO, S&W. See sizing guide below for more information. The minimum length is 100mm; there is no maximum length.

Flange Length: 25mm (option) 55mm (standard) Any custom length between 25mm and 200mm.

Materials

Poly Urethane (0.3 mm / 1.0 mm / 1.5 mm) PKPU Poly Urethane with knitted polyester ply (2.0 mm) Silicones (0 mm / 3.0 mm) PKSR Polyester Knitted Fabric with Silicone (2.0 mm) EPDM, Gum, Nitrille (2.0 mm / 3.0 mm) PVC, Mipolan (2.0 mm / 3.0 mm) Silicone Weighing Bellows Poly Urethane weighing bellows Step Bellows.

Sizing Guide

PARAMETER	EXPLANATION
JF OD A	Jacob Flange Outside
OD A	Tube Outside Diameters
ID A	Inside Diameter
WF A	Welding Flange Length
AL	Seamed in Flange Length
JF A	Length Flange
FL	Length Flexible Sleeve
CL	Length Flexible Connector
BIHA	Length Between Tubes / Flanges
MAX	Maximum Available Build in Height
JF B	Length Flange
BL	Seamed in Flange Length
WF B	Welding Flange Length
ID B	Inside Diameter
OD B	Tube Outside Diameter
TC OD B	Triclamp Flange Outside

FAQs

What materials are available for the flexible sleeve in FDM and FSC connections?

These can be made from a variety of materials including polyurethane, rubbers, and silicones with thicknesses ranging from 0.3mm to 3.0mm.

Are FDM and FSC connections suitable for food applications?

Yes, both FDM and FSC connections are suitable for food applications. They are made with materials that meet the requirements for food-grade applications.

What kind of clamps are used with FDM and FSC connections?

We recommend using Filcoflex Quick Connect Clamps for fast assembly. You can opt for Bolt Connect Clamps for increased safety, particularly in dangerous applications.

Are JACOB flexible connections interchangeable with other systems?

Yes, both FDM and FSC connections with Jacob couplings are interchangeable with KMH, NORO, and S&W systems.

Are JACOB flexible connections suitable for CIP?

Yes.

Can sensors or switches be mounted on JACOB flexible connections?

Yes, both FDM and FSC connections allow for brackets to be welded on to mount electromagnets, sensors, or proximity switches, for safety purposes. Ground studs can also be added.

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Filcoflex specializes in design
and manufacture of polyurethane,
silicone, rubber, and textile flexible
connections for bulk product
transport.