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Description
A firm, yet flexible and compressive packing, plaited from good quality flax yarns impregnated with tallow lubricant then coated with mica. Flax yarns are selected for strength, durability, rot resistance and lubricant retention properties.
Typical applications
Economical and reliable grade frequently used for marine stern glands and rudder posts. Also popular for general service in hydraulic rams, valves, reciprocating pumps and accumulators, particularly in aqueous environments.
Prime features
Chemical properties
Compatible with media in the range pH 6-10.
Service capabilities - valve stem duties
Maximum operating temperature: +90°C.
Minimum operating temperature: -40°C.
Maximum system pressure: 10MPa.
Service capabilities - centrifigal pumps and rotary equipment
Maximum operating temperature: +90°C.
Minimum operating temperature: -40°C.
Maximum shaft speed: 3.0m/s.
Maximum system pressure: 1MPa.
Service capabilities - reciprocating pumps and rams
Maximum operating temperature: +90°C.
Minimum operating temperature: -40°C.
Maximum rod speed: 1.0m/s.
Maximum system pressure: 10MPa.
How supplied
Ex-stock: all popular square sections from 3mm to 32mm, in boxes containing 8m. Larger cross-sections manufactured to order. Also supplied as split preformed rings and sets. Full fitting instructions are included.
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