Selecting the best gasket material for a specific application depends on various factors, including the type of fluid or gas being sealed, temperature and pressure conditions, and the compatibility with the mating flanges or surfaces.Continue Reading
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FKM rubber, also known as fluoroelastomer rubber or Viton, is a synthetic rubber compound that exhibits exceptional resistance to heat, chemicals, and fuels. It is commonly used in industrial applications where high temperature and chemical resistance are critical requirements.Continue Reading
In this blog post, we’re going to look at which gasket materials are most suitable for use with water. The material...
Continue ReadingAdhesive-backed gaskets are very useful and have several industrial applications. In this blog post we’ll take a lo...
Continue ReadingIn this blog post, we’re going to take a look at O-rings, their purpose, how they are used and the materials that t...
Continue ReadingNitrile cork is a synthetically based form of cork that has many commercial uses, especially in the automotive indu...
Continue ReadingWidely used for dealing with aggressive fuels and chemicals, FKM rubber can withstand prolonged contact that would rapidly degrade other rubbers. It is these hard-wearing qualities that make FKM popular with the oil and gas industries. It is highly resistant to oils, heat and aggressive chemicals. FKM can operate at temperatures above 200 degrees and can withstand steam, acids and hydrocarbons too.Continue Reading
Gasket paper is basically sheeting that is used in the making of gaskets. The sheeting is purchased in various sizes and thicknesses. The gaskets are then cut out of the sheet. Gasket paper can be made from a variety of robust materials including nitrile, silicone rubber and cork. The new gasket will then form a leak-proof seal when fitted to pipework or machinery.Continue Reading
FKM rubber gaskets are made of fluoroelastomer, a synthetic rubber that is known for its hard wearing properties. The material is used for O-rings, seals, gloves and most importantly for this blog post, FKM is used for gaskets.Continue Reading
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