thermometerIf you ask half a dozen application engineers and gasket fabricators what they consider to be ‘high temperature’ in regards to their selection of gasket material, you’re likely to get a range of answers. You’ll also find that none of them are really wrong, since ‘high temperature’ is a relative term. So, how does one navigate the world of high-temperature gasket materials when the terminology is so ambiguous?

One way is to gain an understanding of the variety of materials that are on the market so that you have a full appreciation of the strengths and weaknesses of certain materials as you move up in temperature. Also, it helps to at least have an idea of who the gasket material manufacturers are that manufacture material that survive higher temperatures than what you currently work with. If you are ever faced with issues related to temperature, you need to know who you can go to for assistance.

What Is High Temperature?

In MTI’s world, ‘high-temperature’ applications are generally anything that starts pushing into the 600°F – 800°F range and goes up from there (we have materials designed to survive temperature peaks of over 1900°F). The materials that we manufacture for the 300°F – 500°F range fall into a lower temperature classification in our catalog. However, some of you may only work with applications that reach 500°F, so that may be what you define as high temperature. Like we mentioned earlier, it is all relative.

So, maybe focusing on terminology isn’t the best way to find a solution to your issues. We decided to put together a chart for you to review. Below we have listed temperature ranges and typical materials that are known to work best in those ranges. Please note that this is not an exhaustive list, and we have not tested this information (however, we can speak for our materials). All materials must be validated for use in your specific application. This is meant as a general guide for you to use when you talk with your trusted gasket material supplier.

high temperature chart

Find Your Perfect Material

As you can see, temperature really does matter. The closer you creep towards 800°F, you must work with a different list of materials to survive in the applications. The good news is, what is out in the market does work. If you work with ‘high-temperature’ applications, or believe that temperature is an issue in what you believed to be a ‘low-temperature’ application, don’t hesitate to contact a gasket material supplier that specializes in materials that can survive the heat.

What is your definition of high temperature? If you are interested in subscribing to Sealed-In’s blog posts, email sales@mtigasket.com.

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Hi-Tex (HT)
The Metal Tech Hi-Tex series features our specially designed starburst core tang technology. This robust metal core, available in carbon or stainless steel, provides optimum strength for the laminate in the most demanding applications.

thermometer

If you ask half a dozen application engineers and gasket fabricators what they consider to be ‘high temperature’ in regards to their selection of gasket material, you’re likely to get a range of answers. You’ll also find that none of them are really wrong, since ‘high temperature’ is a relative term. So, how does one navigate the world of high-temperature gasket materials when the terminology is so ambiguous?

One way is to gain an understanding of the variety of materials that are on the market so that you have a full appreciation of the strengths and weaknesses of certain materials as you move up in temperature. Also, it helps to at least have an idea of who the gasket material manufacturers are that manufacture material that survive higher temperatures than what you currently work with. If you are ever faced with issues related to temperature, you need to know who you can go to for assistance.

What Is High Temperature?

In MTI’s world, ‘high-temperature’ applications are generally anything that starts pushing into the 600°F – 800°F range and goes up from there (we have materials designed to survive temperature peaks of over 1900°F). The materials that we manufacture for the 300°F – 500°F range fall into a lower temperature classification in our catalog. However, some of you may only work with applications that reach 500°F, so that may be what you define as high temperature. Like we mentioned earlier, it is all relative.

So, maybe focusing on terminology isn’t the best way to find a solution to your issues. We decided to put together a chart for you to review. Below we have listed temperature ranges and typical materials that are known to work best in those ranges. Please note that this is not an exhaustive list, and we have not tested this information (however, we can speak for our materials). All materials must be validated for use in your specific application. This is meant as a general guide for you to use when you talk with your trusted gasket material supplier.

high temperature chart

Find Your Perfect Material

As you can see, temperature really does matter. The closer you creep towards 800°F, you must work with a different list of materials to survive in the applications. The good news is, what is out in the market does work. If you work with ‘high-temperature’ applications, or believe that temperature is an issue in what you believed to be a ‘low-temperature’ application, don’t hesitate to contact a gasket material supplier that specializes in materials that can survive the heat.

What is your definition of high temperature? If you are interested in subscribing to Sealed-In’s blog posts, email sales@mtigasket.com.

6 Ways To Make Life Easier If You Work In High Temp Applications
Once you really understand how to deal with high-temperature applications and what you need to know to start the process of selecting the right material for these applications, you’ve won half the battle. Here are a few tips and items of note that will get you moving in the right direction.
Forming Your Own Heat Shields? Learn the Differences Between Embossed Sheets and Flat Sheets.
Similar to the variety you find in gasket materials, you will see that you have choices in what you select for your thermal management/heat shielding needs. One of the top questions that we get asked is “what is the benefit of using an embossed sheet over a flat sheet?” If this is the very reason that you stumbled upon this blog, you’re in luck. Keep reading.
Thinking of Using a Gasket To Insulate Against Heat? Here Are 4 Considerations.
Have you ever been in a situation where you are working in a high heat application and you need to figure out a way to insulate against the heat? Gasket materials that have insulative properties can be a perfect fit for your application in so many ways. Keep reading for a list of considerations if you are trying to decide if this would be the answer to your problem.
What's So Special About Gasket Material for Exhaust?
Hot, Hot, HOT!! If you’re well versed in combustion engines, you likely associate exhaust systems with extreme heat. If you’re also well versed in gasket materials and how they perform in heat, you likely know that it takes a special material to withstand the conditions present in an exhaust system. If you aren’t sure about what to look for in an exhaust gasket material, read on to learn how to identify a material that will survive in the exhaust environment.
Need a Gasket for an Intake Manifold? Here's What You Need to Know.
If your intake manifold gasket isn’t doing its job, you are going to see a poor performing engine all around. As with any seal point, you need to fully understand the environment in order to make a proper gasket material selection. Below are the considerations you need to be aware of when selecting such materials.
Hi-Tex (HT)
The Metal Tech Hi-Tex series features our specially designed starburst core tang technology. This robust metal core, available in carbon or stainless steel, provides optimum strength for the laminate in the most demanding applications.

thermometer

If you ask half a dozen application engineers and gasket fabricators what they consider to be ‘high temperature’ in regards to their selection of gasket material, you’re likely to get a range of answers. You’ll also find that none of them are really wrong, since ‘high temperature’ is a relative term. So, how does one navigate the world of high-temperature gasket materials when the terminology is so ambiguous?

One way is to gain an understanding of the variety of materials that are on the market so that you have a full appreciation of the strengths and weaknesses of certain materials as you move up in temperature. Also, it helps to at least have an idea of who the gasket material manufacturers are that manufacture material that survive higher temperatures than what you currently work with. If you are ever faced with issues related to temperature, you need to know who you can go to for assistance.

What Is High Temperature?

In MTI’s world, ‘high-temperature’ applications are generally anything that starts pushing into the 600°F – 800°F range and goes up from there (we have materials designed to survive temperature peaks of over 1900°F). The materials that we manufacture for the 300°F – 500°F range fall into a lower temperature classification in our catalog. However, some of you may only work with applications that reach 500°F, so that may be what you define as high temperature. Like we mentioned earlier, it is all relative.

So, maybe focusing on terminology isn’t the best way to find a solution to your issues. We decided to put together a chart for you to review. Below we have listed temperature ranges and typical materials that are known to work best in those ranges. Please note that this is not an exhaustive list, and we have not tested this information (however, we can speak for our materials). All materials must be validated for use in your specific application. This is meant as a general guide for you to use when you talk with your trusted gasket material supplier.

high temperature chart

Find Your Perfect Material

As you can see, temperature really does matter. The closer you creep towards 800°F, you must work with a different list of materials to survive in the applications. The good news is, what is out in the market does work. If you work with ‘high-temperature’ applications, or believe that temperature is an issue in what you believed to be a ‘low-temperature’ application, don’t hesitate to contact a gasket material supplier that specializes in materials that can survive the heat.

What is your definition of high temperature? If you are interested in subscribing to Sealed-In’s blog posts, email sales@mtigasket.com.

6 Ways To Make Life Easier If You Work In High Temp Applications
Once you really understand how to deal with high-temperature applications and what you need to know to start the process of selecting the right material for these applications, you’ve won half the battle. Here are a few tips and items of note that will get you moving in the right direction.
Forming Your Own Heat Shields? Learn the Differences Between Embossed Sheets and Flat Sheets.
Similar to the variety you find in gasket materials, you will see that you have choices in what you select for your thermal management/heat shielding needs. One of the top questions that we get asked is “what is the benefit of using an embossed sheet over a flat sheet?” If this is the very reason that you stumbled upon this blog, you’re in luck. Keep reading.
Thinking of Using a Gasket To Insulate Against Heat? Here Are 4 Considerations.
Have you ever been in a situation where you are working in a high heat application and you need to figure out a way to insulate against the heat? Gasket materials that have insulative properties can be a perfect fit for your application in so many ways. Keep reading for a list of considerations if you are trying to decide if this would be the answer to your problem.
What's So Special About Gasket Material for Exhaust?
Hot, Hot, HOT!! If you’re well versed in combustion engines, you likely associate exhaust systems with extreme heat. If you’re also well versed in gasket materials and how they perform in heat, you likely know that it takes a special material to withstand the conditions present in an exhaust system. If you aren’t sure about what to look for in an exhaust gasket material, read on to learn how to identify a material that will survive in the exhaust environment.
Need a Gasket for an Intake Manifold? Here's What You Need to Know.
If your intake manifold gasket isn’t doing its job, you are going to see a poor performing engine all around. As with any seal point, you need to fully understand the environment in order to make a proper gasket material selection. Below are the considerations you need to be aware of when selecting such materials.
Hi-Tex (HT)
The Metal Tech Hi-Tex series features our specially designed starburst core tang technology. This robust metal core, available in carbon or stainless steel, provides optimum strength for the laminate in the most demanding applications.