Product Overview
Description:
This type of gasket is comprised of silicone rubber, a material known for its resistance to the aging process. Silicone rubber has an excellent resistance to water and salts and is able to withstand temperatures up to 450 degrees Fahrenheit, maintaining its dimensional tolerance. Silicone avoids brittleness in freezing temperatures and is generally non-reactive, stable, and resistant to extreme environments.
When it comes to sealing flanges, whether raised or flat face flanges, there are two type of gasket shapes - ring gaskets and full face gaskets. Ring Gaskets are positioned inside of the flange holts and around the pipe bore. They can also be used within a raised face design, where it sits on the raised surface. Ring Gaskets reuqire less material and less cutting and can be installed without completely dissembling the joint. The disadvantage is the gasket can be harder to align and clamp.
Applications:
Compatible with low-pressure pipe flanges, raised and flat face flanges, Silicone Rubber gaskets are best used within applications for water, salts, hot air, extreme temperatures up to 450F, or for applications with exposure to ozone or UV.
Do Not Use Within:
Silicone Rubber is not compatible with acids, steam, silicone and petroleum based oils, fuels, or aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons, such as propane, butene, benzene, and methane.
Specifications and Statistics:
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Material Type: | Silicone Rubber |
| Color: | ORANGE/RED |
| Minimum Temperature °F(°C): | -75°F (-60°C) |
| Maximum Temperature °F(°C): | 450°F (232°C) |
Product Dimensions:
Pipe Size: 3" (3)
Thickness: 1/8" (0.125)
Pressure Rating: 300
Inner Diameter: 3 1/2" (3.5)
Outer Diameter: 5 7/8" (5.875)
Number of Bolt Holes: 8
