Description
A heat resistant grade of Tankatite^®. Similar in construction to Tankatite^® 440, but with braided jackets of high quality glass fibre yarns instead of polypropylene.

Typical applications
Seals for tank lids that cover heated cargoes, such as molten bitumen, which need to be transported at elevated temperatures to prevent solidification in the tank.

 Prime features

• Gas-tight environmental seal for heated cargoes.
• Protects cargo from sea water ingress.
• Withstands repeated opening/closing cycles.
• Unaffected by steam and other tank cleaning systems.

Chemical properties
Inert to media in the range pH 0-14, including all known bulk liquid cargoes in all IMO classes. 

Service capabilities - static duties on tank lids
Maximum operating temperature:       +230°C.
Minimum operating temperature:         -50°C.
Maximum tank pressure:                      0.6bar

How supplied
Any square or rectangular sections of 12.5mm upwards is made to order; also endless rings to fit specific tank lid recesses. Full fitting instructions are included.

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