OPENTECHNICAL PUBLICATION
OT-2026-000002872

Tensioner and method of using same

Published: 2026-09-15T19:15:54.126851Z
Permanent URL: https://opentechnical.org/p/OT-2026-000002872
Categories: Tools & Tooling > Clamping Tools

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ABSTRACT

A tensioner may assist in coupling two pipe flanges. The tensioner may include
a body and a piston. The body may include a central longitudinal axis, a pair
of fastener holes extending through the body in a direction parallel to the
central longitudinal axis, and a piston housing having an inner bore disposed
about the central longitudinal axis. The piston housing may be provided
between the pair of fastener holes. An axial end of the piston housing may
define a distal end of the body. The piston may be at least partially disposed
in the inner bore of the piston housing. The piston may be axially moveable
parallel to the central longitudinal axis through an opening of the inner bore
at the distal end of the body.

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OpenTechnical publication OT-2026-000002872
Published 2026-09-15T19:15:54.126851Z
https://opentechnical.org/p/OT-2026-000002872