Scorex Industrial Products
Graphite Gaskets
Graphite gaskets are mainly used for high-pressure and high-temperature sealing solutions, and can act as a mechanical seal. Graphite gaskets are used to fill the space between two surfaces or parts that are connected. Gaps will always occur regardless of how close you put two surfaces together. The problem with these gaps is that they will often cause issues with leakages. This happens due to the different parts moving or being under certain levels of compression.
Graphite gaskets provide the right answer. The space is filled, and it helps to ensure the two different pieces remain aligned. This also guarantees that the greatest performance levels are achieved.
There are three commonly used graphite materials that are chosen to ensure that the gaskets remain flexible and adapt to different changes. These include:
- Pure graphite sheet
- Graphite sheet that is reinforced with a tang core
- Laminated graphite sheet with stainless steel insert
- Gaskets are typically produced using a sheet and role material. This material has a density of 70 lb/ft 3 (1.1 g/cc). Graphite sheets for engine gaskets are also available with thicknesses ranging from 1.6mm to 2.0mm.
- Graphite gaskets can be manufactured from material graphite. This contains a total level of carbon content that is between 90 – 99%. The percentage of carbon positively correlates with the amount of flexibility provided by graphite gaskets.
- Graphite gaskets can also be reinforced with a variety of different materials. This includes aluminum foil, nickel alloy, wire mesh and polyester film. The material ensures that the gasket has additional levels of strength which guarantee the best possible performance.
- Graphite gaskets may also be made from branding materials that are popular in the industry. These materials are available in a range of different thicknesses and styles depending on applications and requirements.
