Gasket Material-asbestos spiral wound gasket

Spiral wound gasket is the ideal gasket in the semi-metallic category. A narrow stripe of V-shape metal hoop is spirally wound under tension with a filler cushion between the lamination of the metal and is spot welded at both ends. This unique construction of spring-like metal and soft filler provides gasket excellent characteristics. Resistance to high temperature and pressures. Great resilience which allows the gasket to adjust automatically to change in operating conditions, such as pressure and thermal shocks, vibrations etc. Excellent seal ability is maintained with comparatively small gasket area. Good tolerance for flange surface finish irregularities. Can be designed to any dimensions economically in circular or moderately non-circular shape. Available in a variety of hoop metals and filler materials to satisfy specific operating condition. fluidMaximum service temperatureMaximum service pressureWater type fluids600Class2500Oil type fluids 500Class 1500Gas type fluids400Class 600