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EK-Quantum Kinetic FLT series (flat reservoirs) are known to develop hairline cracks, often near the inlet/outlet ports mounting holes , due to a combination of over-tightening thermal stress Why FLT Reservoirs Crack Thermal Cycling:
As the weld pool solidifies, the metal shrinks. If there is insufficient liquid metal to fill the gaps created by this shrinkage, or if the metal is brittle at high temperatures, a crack forms. Common Causes
1. Introduction
: When the parts being joined are thick or clamped too tightly, they cannot move to accommodate the natural shrinkage of the cooling metal, forcing the weld itself to tear. Prevention and Mitigation Preheating