Description
Sheet jointing of 98% pure exfoliated graphite with a bonded central layer of 50µm thick stainless steel foil. Sheets thicker than 2.0mm have two layers of metal foil and three of graphite.
Prime features
- Extra strength for ease of handling and fitting.
- Excellent sealing integrity.
- Can be cut with hand tools.
Physical properties
(Typical values for 2.0mm thick sheet)
Density (graphite), Mg/m³: 1.0
Compressibility, %: 41 (ASTM F36A)
Recovery, %: 22 (ASTM F36A)
Leachable chloride ion content, ppm: <50
Service capability
Maximum temperature (oxidising media): +400°C
Maximum temperature (*inert/reducing media): +700°C
Miniumum temperature: -200°C.
(*Ensure that temperatures above +400°C on atmosphere side of flange do not cause gasket to oxidise inwards from the outside edge.)
How supplied
Precision cut gaskets to any shape, size and quantity. In sheets: 1.0m x 1.0m. Thicknesses: 1.0mm, 1.5mm, 2.0mm, 3.0mm.
