Introduction

Choosing the right gasket is crucial for ensuring leak-proof performance in stainless steel pressure vessels. Below are 8 common gasket types, their applications, materials, and specifications to help our clients collaborate with us for optimal sealing solutions.

1. Rubber Gasket

• Applications: Low-pressure piping,water/air systems.
  
• Materials: NBR, EPDM, Silicone.
  
• Specs:
  
• Thickness: 1-6mm
  
• Hardness: Shore A 50-90
  

2. Spiral Wound Gasket

• Applications:High-pressure/temperature flanges (e.g., petrochemical plants).
  
• Materials:
  
• Metal strip: 304, 316L, Inconel
  
• Filler: Graphite, PTFE
  
• Specs:
  
• Sizes: DN15-DN2000 (1/2'-80')
  
• Pressure: Class 150-2500 (PN10-PN420)
  

3. Kammprofile Gasket

• Applications: Refineries,high-pressure systems.
  
• Materials:
  
• Core: 304, 316L, Titanium
  
• Sealing layer: Graphite, PTFE
  
• Specs:
  
• Thickness: 3-6mm
  
• Max pressure: 25MPa
  

4. Ring Type Joint (RTJ) Gasket

• Applications: Oil/gas pipelines,valves.
  
• Materials: Soft Iron, 304, 316L,Monel
  
• Specs:
  
• Standards: ASME B16.20, API 6A
  
• Types: R, RX, BX
  

5. Non-Asbestos Gasket

• Applications: Food, Pharma, potablewater.
  
• Materials: Aramid, Cellulose, NBR
  
• Specs:
  
• Temp range: -50°C~250°C
  
• Thickness: 0.5-3mm
  

6. Metal Jacketed Gasket

• Applications: Reactors, corrosivemedia.
  
• Materials:
  
• Jacket: 304, 316L, Titanium
  
• Core: Graphite, Mica
  
• Specs:
  
• Max temp: 800°C
  
• Pressure: PN16-PN100
  

7. PTFE Gasket

• Applications: Chemical processing,food-grade systems.
  
• Materials: Pure PTFE, ReinforcedPTFE
  
• Specs:
  
• Temp range: -200°C~260°C
  
• Chemical resistance: Excellent
  

8. Corrugated Metal Gasket

• Applications: High-vibration systems(e.g., boilers).
  
• Materials: 304, 316L, Inconel
  
• Specs:
  
• Thickness: 1-3mm
  
• Max pressure: 40MPa
  

How to Assist YITENG PV in Gasket Selection?

1. Provide operating conditions(pressure, temperature, medium).
   
2. Specify flange standards(ASME, DIN, GB).
   
3. Consider installation factors(bolt load, surface finish).
   
4. Highlight special requirements(explosion-proof, FDA compliance).
   
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