BASIC GASKET APPLICATION GUIDE & MATERIAL SELECTION

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BASIC GASKET APPLICATION GUIDE & MATERIAL SELECTION APPLICATION / Function Because gaskets are generally low cost and appear to be simple, the criticality of their role in a device is often overlooked. They usually don t garner much attention until there is a problem with an APPLICATION or if there are high maintenance cost to service the GASKET . A GASKET s main function is to provide a robust seal of a gas or a liquid throughout the life of the APPLICATION . The GASKET compensates for the imperfections between the mating surfaces to be sealed.

Temperature This is the starting point for determining which material is optimum for the application. Temperature can alter the characteristics of the gasket such as the sealing properties, compression set and maximum allowable stress even if

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