Metal Expansion Joints
- Belflex Gimbal Type Expansion Joint
Gimbal Expansion Joint is similar to the hinge type but what makes them different is that the deflection is not limited in a single/one plane. Gimbal type is designed to permit bending and angular rotation in any plane by using two (2) pairs of hinges attached to a common gimbal ring, in which one pair is perpendicular to the other pair. The advantage of gimbal type is that it provides resistance to axial forces, to shear forces, and to (X,Y) lateral movements. Since it is not restricted to single-plane systems, it therefore provides greater flexibility.