Rotatable Tapped-Bored 316LN SS Standard ConFlat® (CF) UHV Flanges

Rotatable Tapped-Bored 316LN SS Standard ConFlat® (CF) UHV Flanges

Rotatable Tapped-Bored 316LN SS Standard ConFlat® (CF) UHV Flanges are high-performance, precision-engineered components used in ultra-high-vacuum (UHV) systems for creating sealed connections between vacuum chambers, pipes, and other components. These flanges are designed for applications requiring extreme cleanliness, vacuum integrity, and corrosion resistance, particularly in research, semiconductor, and industrial vacuum environments.

Key Features

• Material: Constructed from 316LN stainless steel, a low-carbon variant of 316 stainless steel, ensuring superior resistance to pitting, crevice corrosion, and stress corrosion cracking, making it ideal for UHV systems.

• ConFlat® Design: The ConFlat® (CF) flange system uses a metal-to-metal seal, providing a leak-tight connection with excellent sealing capabilities under high vacuum conditions.

• Rotatable Feature: The flanges are designed to be rotatable, allowing for precise alignment of the attached components in vacuum systems, which is particularly useful when adjusting the position of elements or optimizing system configurations.

• Tapped-Bored Construction: Features pre-tapped and bored holes for easy integration into existing vacuum systems, simplifying assembly and reducing the need for additional hardware.

• Standard Dimensions: Adheres to the standard ConFlat® flange dimensions, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of vacuum equipment and accessories.

• High-Quality Finish: The flange is finely machined and polished to achieve a smooth, contaminant-free surface for UHV applications, reducing the risk of particulate contamination and ensuring optimal vacuum performance.

Applications

• Semiconductor Manufacturing: Used in the fabrication of semiconductor devices, where precise vacuum conditions are crucial for processes such as deposition, etching, and ion implantation.

• Research and Development: Ideal for vacuum systems used in scientific research, including particle accelerators, electron microscopes, and high-energy physics experiments, where ultra-high vacuum environments are essential.

• Materials Science: Commonly used in high-vacuum systems for thin-film deposition, sputtering, and coating applications in the materials science industry.

• Aerospace and Automotive: Suitable for industries that require precise vacuum conditions for testing and development of high-performance materials.

• Pharmaceutical and Chemical Industries: Used in specialized applications that require precise vacuum conditions for processing chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and coatings.

Why Choose TFM’s Rotatable Tapped-Bored 316LN SS Standard ConFlat® (CF) UHV Flanges?

• Superior Durability: Made from 316LN stainless steel, offering excellent corrosion resistance and ensuring long-lasting performance in challenging vacuum environments.

• Leak-tight Seal: The ConFlat® flange system provides a secure, leak-tight connection, critical for maintaining UHV conditions.

• Precision and Flexibility: The rotatable feature allows for exact alignment and adjustments, while the tapped-bored holes make integration into vacuum systems seamless.

• High-Quality Manufacturing: Manufactured to meet the highest standards of precision, cleanliness, and vacuum integrity for demanding UHV applications.

• Custom Options: Available in various sizes and configurations to suit specific system requirements, with the option to customize dimensions and features.