flange

• Borda ou anel plano e saliente usado para reforçar, guiar ou fixar uma peça a outra, comum em mecânica e encanamento.

A projecting flat rim, collar, or rib used to strengthen an object, guide it, or attach it to another object, commonly found in mechanical engineering and plumbing.

1. Mechanical componentC1formaltechnical

   A projecting rim or edge used for strength, for guiding, or for attachment to another object.

   Flange

   • The pipe flange was bolted securely to the valve.
   • Engineers inspected the flange for signs of corrosion.
   • A rubber gasket is placed between the two flanges to prevent leaks.

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2. Railroad wheel partC1formaltechnical

   The projecting rim on a train wheel that keeps it on the track.

   Flange

   • The wheel flange guides the train along the rails.
   • Worn flanges can cause derailments if not replaced.
   • The maintenance crew checked the flanges on all the wheels.