Flange Spreader
Mechanical and hydraulic wedge spreaders for controlled flange separation.
Flange & Alignment
ToughTorq flange tools support controlled flange separation, alignment, lifting, gasket replacement, valve service, and shutdown maintenance. The range includes mechanical and hydraulic wedge spreaders, integral spreaders, mini-gap and zero-gap tools, alignment tools, and compact hydraulic lifting devices.

Flange Spreading

Flange Alignment
Tool Families
Mechanical and hydraulic wedge spreaders for controlled flange separation.

Self-contained hydraulic spreaders that do not require an external pump and hose.
Compact single-acting spreaders for confined and long-stroke separation work.
Adjustable hydraulic flange spreaders for a range of stud and flange sizes.
Compact vertical hydraulic lifting tool for restricted access.
2 mm tip-clearance spreading for restricted flange gaps.

Mechanical and hydraulic tools for linear and rotational flange alignment.
Expanding-socket hydraulic spreaders for little or no initial flange gap.
Technical Data
Model data is maintained from the ToughTorq manufacturer tables. Open a tool family below to review capacity, access requirements, spread or separation range, weight, and hydraulic pressure.
| Model | Operation | Capacity / Force | Access / Tip Clearance | Spread / Separation | Weight | Working Pressure |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FSM-8 | Mechanical | 8 ton | 0.24 in | 3.19 in | 14.3 lb | Mechanical |
| FSM-16 | Mechanical | 16 ton | 0.24 in | 3.19 in | 28.7 lb | Mechanical |
| FSH-14 | Hydraulic | 14 ton | 0.24 in | 3.19 in | 15.4 lb | 10,153 psi |
| FSH-28 | Hydraulic | 28 ton | 0.24 in | 3.19 in | 30.9 lb | 10,153 psi |
| Model | Operation | Capacity / Force | Access / Tip Clearance | Spread / Separation | Weight | Working Pressure |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FSC-15 | Integral hydraulic | 15 ton | 0.24 in | 3.19 in | 22 lb | 10,153 psi |
| FSW25TI | Integral hydraulic | 24 ton | 0.24 in | 4.07 in | 30.9 lb | 10,153 psi |
| Model | Operation | Capacity / Force | Access / Tip Clearance | Spread / Separation | Weight | Working Pressure |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FSW14TM | Mechanical | 14 ton | 0.24 in | 4.07 in | 28.7 lb | Mechanical |
| Model | Operation | Capacity / Force | Access / Tip Clearance | Spread / Separation | Weight | Working Pressure |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FSW25TE | Hydraulic | 24 ton | 0.24 in | 4.07 in | 33.1 lb | 10,153 psi |
| Model | Operation | Capacity / Force | Access / Tip Clearance | Spread / Separation | Weight | Working Pressure |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WR-5 | Hydraulic Spreader | 1 ton | 0.35 in | 3.7 in | 5.1 lb | 10,153 psi |
| WR-15 | Hydraulic Spreader | 0.75 ton | 1.26 in | 11.5 in | 24.9 lb | 10,153 psi |
| WR-13 | Hydraulic Spreader | 1.5 ton | 0.98 in | 3.7 in | 26.5 lb | 10,153 psi |
| Model | Operation | Capacity / Force | Access / Tip Clearance | Spread / Separation | Weight | Working Pressure |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FS-56 | Hydraulic Flange Spreader | 5 ton | — | — | 25.4 lb | 10,153 psi |
| FS-109 | Hydraulic Flange Spreader | 10 ton | — | — | 39.7 lb | 10,153 psi |
| Model | Operation | Capacity / Force | Access / Tip Clearance | Spread / Separation | Weight | Working Pressure |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LW-16 | Hydraulic Lifting Device | 16 ton | 0.39 in | 3.19 in | 19.8 lb | 10,153 psi |
| Model | Operation | Capacity / Force | Access / Tip Clearance | Spread / Separation | Weight | Working Pressure |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MS7TM | Mechanical | 6.8 ton | — | 0.08–1.06 | 26.5 lb | Mechanical |
| Model | Operation | Capacity / Force | Access / Tip Clearance | Spread / Separation | Weight | Working Pressure |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FA1TM | Mechanical | 1 ton | 0.63 in | — | 6.6 lb | Mechanical |
| FA4TM | Mechanical | 4 ton | 0.95 in | — | 19.8 lb | Mechanical |
| FA9TM | Mechanical | 9 ton | 1.24 in | — | 35.3 lb | Mechanical |
| FA9TE | Hydraulic | 9 ton | 1.24 in | — | 35.3 lb | 10,153 psi |
| Model | Operation | Capacity / Force | Access / Tip Clearance | Spread / Separation | Weight | Working Pressure |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TT-ZG13TE | Hydraulic | 13 ton | — | 4.53 in | 88.2 lb | 10,153 psi |
| TT-ZG15TE | Hydraulic | 15 ton | — | 3.94 in | 99.2 lb | 10,153 psi |
Tool Selection
Spreader and alignment selection depends on insertion gap, required force, flange thickness, bolt-hole diameter, available clearance, alignment direction, and whether mechanical or hydraulic operation is preferred.
Flange size
Initial access gap
Required spreading force
Maximum spread
Bolt-hole diameter
Flange thickness
Available clearance
Mechanical or hydraulic operation
Application Notes
Applications
Pipeline maintenance
Refineries
Power generation
Chemical processing
Industrial plants
Valve replacement
Gasket replacement
Shutdowns and turnarounds
Downloads
Distribution
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