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Description
Plaited length-form packing of pure exfoliated graphite ribbons that are reinforced with fine Inconel wires to provide additional strength and resistance to pressure and extrusion.
Typical applications
Valves handling steam, condensate, fuel, oils, gases, chemicals, process water or effluent. This product is widely used in petrochemical plants, refineries, power stations and steel mills.
Prime features
Chemical properties
Chemically inert within the range pH 0-14, excluding strong oxidising agents. Negligible volatile content. Low in extractable trace impurities such as chloride and sulphur.
Service capabilities - valve stem duties
Maximum operating temperatures
Steam: +650°C.
Oxiding conditions: +450°C.
Non-oxidising: +1000°C.
Minimum operating temperature: -200°C.
Maximum system pressure: 30MPa.
How supplied
Ex-stock: all popular square sections from 3mm upwards to suit all standard valves. Available length-form in boxes containing 8m, or as split preformed rings and sets. Full fitting instructions are included.
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