##  [Flange Leakage](/flange-leakage) 

  ##  [Flange Leakage](https://engineering.quantumdictionary.io/flange-leakage-0) 

  

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Definition

Leakage of process fluid at a bolted flange connection arising when the flange joint does not maintain a continuous, fluid-tight seal under the applicable pressure, temperature, mechanical preload and chemical environment.