One challenge many engineering professionals face is ensuring the right selection of ring gaskets for their specific industry and application. When improperly selected, a ring gasket can cause significant issues due to loading or pressure changes in specific environments. Fortunately, with some knowledge about material considerations, manufacturing techniques and additional design factors, selecting an ideal…
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Advantages of PTFE Ring Gasket
As the material that makes PTFE ring gaskets, polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) has been widely used for decades in high-temperature and high-pressure applications. PTFE ring gaskets used on piston engines keeps the oil away from entering the engine, which reduces engine wear. Furthermore, it helps to reduce noise and vibration from engines. Engine oil seals, transmission fluid…
What is PTFE Ring Gasket?
Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) is a synthetic tetrafluoroethylene fluoropolymer with numerous applications. It is also known by the common trade name Teflon. PTFE may be optimized for use as a gasket material with good chemical resistant properties. The PTFE ring gasket is located inside the flange bolts and along the pipe bore. It sits on the raised…