Tang (It’s Not Just For Astronauts)
Tanged core gasket material has a mechanical bond holding the material together, so it never depends on a chemical bond. Read on!
Tanged core gasket material has a mechanical bond holding the material together, so it never depends on a chemical bond. Read on!
A metal-reinforced gasket is a perfect solution for many applications, but it is not for everyone. Read about metal-reinforced gasket alternatives here!
High temperatures affect how certain materials behave. There are easier ways to deal with this issue. Read about gasket material high temp applications!
A gasket bolt load is the key to the joint. You may also have heard of one of its synonyms: torque load, flange load, or compressive force. Read more today!
Gasket materials with insulative properties can fit your application the best. Read the 4 considerations to insulate your gaskets against heat today!
A metal-reinforced gasket usually consists of a facing material chemically or mechanically bonded to a piece of metal. Find out more here!
Sealing fluids can be a tricky project for everyone in the industry. Learn the 4 questions you should ask when you need to seal fluids here!
EGR gasket materials specialize in exhaust gas recirculation. EGR valves recirculate exhaust gases, which help reduce emissions. Read more here!
Compressibility is how a gasket material acts under pressure. Recovery is what the gasket material does after the pressure gets released. Read more today!
The key reason for selecting composite gasket materials is their ability to seal under less-than-ideal flange conditions. Read more about it here!