{"product_id":"flange-23","title":"Flange","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"productDescription\"\u003eA Flange on a Wärtsilä 46 engine with partnumber 165222 is a mechanical component that is used to join two parts together in the engine’s structure or systems. These parts could include sections of the engine block, exhaust system, fuel system, cooling system, or other connected components. Flanges are designed to provide a secure, leak-proof connection while also allowing for easy maintenance and disassembly when necessary.\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCharacteristics of Flanges Used in Wärtsilä 46:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMaterial: Flanges on the Wärtsilä 46 engine are typically made from high-strength materials, such as carbon steel, stainless steel, or alloy steel, to handle high pressure, temperature fluctuations, and exposure to corrosive gases or liquids.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSealing: Flanges often require gaskets (made from materials like graphite, rubber, or metallic seals) to ensure a tight, leak-proof connection. Gaskets prevent leaks in high-pressure systems, such as the fuel or lubrication system, and ensure proper fluid containment in the cooling system.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBolt Connection: Flanges are generally fastened using bolts that need to be tightened to specific torque specifications. Over-tightening or under-tightening the bolts can result in leakage or flange damage. Proper torque settings should always be followed, and bolts should be inspected for wear or corrosion.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eDesign: The flanges can have raised faces, flat faces, or ring-type faces, depending on the system they are used in and the sealing requirements. Raised face flanges are commonly used in high-pressure applications (like fuel and lubrication systems), while flat face flanges are more common in lower-pressure or cooling applications.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e4TaKT Engineering \u0026amp; Diesel Components BV has a global network that can assist in obtaining spare parts and provide maintenance support. Refer our Technical department or the parts catalog for detailed information on installation and maintenance procedures, or for ordering this Flange with partnumber 165222, please contact 4TaKT Engineering \u0026amp; Diesel Components BV.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"productAttributes\"\u003e  \u003cdiv class=\"productAttributesTitle\"\u003eArtikelkenmerken  \u003c\/div\u003e  \u003ctable\u003e    \u003ctr\u003e      \u003ctd class=\"attributeName\"\u003eHS-code      \u003c\/td\u003e      \u003ctd class=\"attributeValue\"\u003e8409 9900      \u003c\/td\u003e    \u003c\/tr\u003e    \u003ctr\u003e      \u003ctd class=\"attributeName\"\u003eNet Weight      \u003c\/td\u003e      \u003ctd class=\"attributeValue\"\u003e0       \u003c\/td\u003e    \u003c\/tr\u003e    \u003ctr\u003e      \u003ctd class=\"attributeName\"\u003eItem No.      \u003c\/td\u003e      \u003ctd class=\"attributeValue\"\u003e165222      \u003c\/td\u003e    \u003c\/tr\u003e    \u003ctr\u003e      \u003ctd class=\"attributeName\"\u003eCustomer code      \u003c\/td\u003e      \u003ctd class=\"attributeValue\"\u003e10011256      \u003c\/td\u003e    \u003c\/tr\u003e    \u003ctr\u003e      \u003ctd class=\"attributeName\"\u003eItem category      \u003c\/td\u003e      \u003ctd class=\"attributeValue\"\u003eWartsila 46, 50      \u003c\/td\u003e    \u003c\/tr\u003e  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Marine Power International","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47172129489170,"sku":"165222 300","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0823\/7400\/0914\/files\/BC_Upload_8427acc1-2e1a-49fc-b406-1a91c8718d71.jpg?v=1716564932","url":"https:\/\/4taktbv.nl\/products\/flange-23","provider":"4takt","version":"1.0","type":"link"}