Q. How to define gasket thickness in flange analysis module?


Applies To
Product(s):AutoPIPE
Version(s):ALL;
Area: Flange analysis
Date Logged
& Current Version
March 2019
12.00.00.14

Problem:

How to define gasket thickness in flange analysis module?

Solution:

Configuration must be Sketch 1C or 1D. These configurations are dependent on the Gasket Material.

 

Question:

How does the Gasket Width (N) relate to the Gasket thickness?

Answer: 

Gasket Width (N) is the width between the inner diameter aUndefined variablend outer diameter of the gasket. While Gasket thickness (T) is the material thickness from the front face to the back face of the gasket, see table and image below:

See Also

Flange Analysis - AutoPIPE

Bentley AutoPIPE