Distinguishing
Characteristics
& Applications

See graphs for temperature
and pressure limits. Typical values refer to 1/16”
material unless otherwise specified.


  • Synthetic Fiber
  • Nitrile Binder
  • High Temperature
    & Stress
  • Fluctuating
    Temperatures
    & Pressures
  • Vibration
  • Low Carbon Steel
    Woven Mesh Insert
  
Creep Relaxation ASTM F38B (0.040”)   20%
Sealability ASTM F37A (0.040”) .30 ml/hr
Klinger Hot Compression Test
Thickness Decrease 73°F (23°C) 10% initial
Thickness Decrease 572°F (300°C) 8% additional
Compressibility ASTM F36J 7-17%
Recovery ASTM F36J 50% minimum
Tensile Strength
ASTM F152 Cross Grain 3,000 psi typical (5,000 psi with grain)
Change in Tensile Strength
ASTM F152 after immersion in 15%
ASTM Oil IRM903, 5h/300°F (149°C)
Weight Increase
ASTM F146 after immersion in Fuel B 12%
5h/73°F (23°C)
Thickness Increase
ASTM F146 after immersion in
ASTM Oil 1, 5h/300°F (149°C) 0-5%
ASTM Oil IRM903, 5h/300°F (149°C) 0-5%
ASTM Fuel A, 5h/73°F (23°C) 0-5%
ASTM Fuel B, 5h/73°F (23°C) 0-5%
ASTM F104 Line Call Out F712122B3E21M6
Leachable Chloride Content
FSA NMG-202-96 (Typical) N/A
Density 131 lb/ft3 (2.1 g/cc)
Color (Top/Bottom) Black
 
Pressure and Temperature
Graphs

Material Thickness: 1/16”
 
 
 
Liquids
Gases and Steam
 

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