Torispherical Head

Introduction to Torispherical Heads: Essential Components for Pressure Vessels and Storage Tanks

Torispherical heads, also known as flanged and dished heads, are vital components commonly used in the construction of pressure vessels, heat exchangers, and storage tanks. These heads feature a unique design with a dish that has a fixed radius (r1), the size of which can vary depending on the specific type of torispherical head. A distinguishing characteristic of torispherical heads is the smooth transition between the cylindrical portion of the vessel and the dish, known as the "knuckle." This knuckle takes on a toroidal shape, enhancing the structural integrity of the vessel.

These heads are preferred in applications where space efficiency is important. While hemispherical heads offer the ideal shape for pressure containment, they require more space and thicker walls, which makes torispherical heads an ideal solution. They are more compact and efficient in terms of material use, making them cost-effective while still offering robust pressure resistance.

Key Features of Torispherical Heads

• Design and Shape: The torispherical head consists of a dish with a fixed radius and a transition to the cylindrical section called the knuckle. The knuckle features a toroidal shape for optimal pressure distribution.

• Space Efficiency: Torispherical heads are ideal for applications where space and material savings are a priority, providing almost the same pressure resistance as hemispherical heads while being more compact.

• Applications: These heads are extensively used in industries such as petroleum, electronics, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, food processing, aerospace, and military industries. They play an essential role in pressure vessels, heat exchangers, tanks, boilers, and more.

Product Specifications

• Product Name: Torispherical Head, Dish End, Pressure Vessel Head, Torispherical Dish Head

• Diameter: 89–15000 mm (custom sizes available)

• Thickness: 2–400 mm

• Material Options:

• Carbon steel

• Stainless steel (e.g., SA240 304, 316)

• Aluminium, copper, titanium, nickel, and alloy steels (e.g., SB256 GR1, GR2)

• Technology: Cold pressing, Hot pressing

• Surface Treatment: Pickling, Sand blasting, or customized treatments

• Certifications: ISO 9001:2015

Common Applications of Torispherical Heads

Torispherical heads are integral to various applications, including:

• Pressure Vessels: For containing gases or liquids under pressure.

• Heat Exchangers: For transferring heat between fluids.

• Storage Tanks: Used in industries such as petroleum and chemicals for storing substances under pressure.

• Boilers and Other Industrial Equipment: Often used in pressure containment for boilers and other high-pressure systems.

Materials and Surface Treatments

Torispherical heads can be made from a variety of materials, depending on the specific requirements of the application:

• Carbon Steel: Commonly used for tanks and vessels under moderate pressure conditions.

• Stainless Steel: Ideal for applications requiring high resistance to corrosion, such as in the food, pharmaceutical, and chemical industries.

• Titanium and Nickel Alloys: Suitable for extreme environments, including aerospace and nuclear power applications.

Surface treatments like pickling and sandblasting are used to enhance the durability and corrosion resistance of the heads.

Torispherical Head Dimensional Table

Below is a sample table illustrating some common sizes and their respective parameters:

(Note: The table above can be extended further to cover more sizes as required.)

Delivery and Packaging

• Delivery Time: Approximately 30 days, depending on customization and quantity.

• Packing: Typically packed in wooden boxes or on iron shelves for protection during transit, with custom packaging options available as per customer requirements.

Conclusion

Torispherical heads are a critical component in various industrial systems that require pressure containment, heat exchange, or storage. Their efficient design, combined with customizable materials and sizes, makes them an excellent choice for industries ranging from petroleum and chemicals to aerospace and military applications. With advanced manufacturing techniques such as cold and hot pressing, torispherical heads offer high performance and reliability while maintaining space efficiency.

Company information

Haipei industry can produce all types of dished ends heads. They can be manufactured from a number of steel types including pressure vessel and boiler quality, chrome moly and stainless steel. The company also offers 2:1 semi ellipsodial, hemispherical petals, torispherical ends as well as conical knuckled sections.

Haipei industry company is a leading producer of various types of dished heads, cones, and other special pressed products in different materials grades like Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel, Duplex, Super Duplex, Aluminum, Nickel and Nickel Alloys, Copper and Copper Alloys, Titanium and Its Alloys, Zirconium and all cladded material combinations.

Our Services

We offer our products in the following materials:

Carbon Steel: SA36, SA516-70, SA387 Grade 5 Class 2 (Forming Only), SA285 Grade C (Forming Only)

Stainless Steel: SA240T304/304L, SA240T316/316L, SA240T304H (Forming Only), SA240T904/904L (Forming Only)

Copper: O-Temper Material (Forming Only)

Aluminum: O-Temper Material (Forming Only)

Quality assurance
Quality is the most important aspect of strength.We will make the material from the material to the end of the monitoring, making sure that each part can be of high quality according to the regulations.Each program will be monitored to ensure any errors in the manufacturing process.
Competitive price guarantee
With years of experience, we can offer our customers the most competitive prices.At the same time, as a powerful factory, we can offer customers more favorable prices than other factories.
Delivery time guarantee
We will strictly control the manufacturing schedule to ensure punctual delivery.It can satisfy the customer's time schedule and ensure the continuous production of customers.

Packaging & Shipping

Carbon steel Hemispherical spherical head for Industrial hot blast stove

1. Iron Frame2. Wooden Box3. Iron pallet4.Wooden pallet.5.Professional fixation6. Curstomed requirment

FAQ

Q: What’s the information should I provide when inquiry?

A: Thanks for your question. If you have drawings, we will be entirely in accordance with production drawings . If you do not have the drawing, you can tell me the product data. There are several important data, such as material, type of head( We have elliptical head, hemispherical head, dished head, flat head, etc. ),diameter, thickness, special tolerances or requirements. We can do the drawings according to your requirements, and you confirm that the final product drawings.

Q: what are surface treatment of the product?

A:Thanks for your question. For carbon steel products, we sandblasting descaling product surface. For stainless steel products, we use acid to remove surface oil and impurities.

Q: How do you ensure the quality of products?

A: Thanks for your question.Our production staff is trained through national quality department, and obtain the corresponding certificate, with years of production and design experience. Weld must undergo X-ray inspection to ensure that no defects.

Q: Can you help us matching related products?

A: Thanks for your question. Our company also is surrounded by a lot of ancillary businesses, such as flanges, boiler, oil refining equipment, etc. We can help you matching the highest quality products with the lowest prices .

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