Distinguishing
Characteristics
& Applications

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


  • Carbon Fiber
  • Nitrile Binder
  • High Temperature
  • High Internal
    Pressure
  • Excellent Steam
    Sheet
  • Suitable for a
    Wide Range of
    Chemical Applications
  
Creep Relaxation ASTM F38B (1/32”)   20%
Sealability ASTM F37A (1/32”) .30 ml/hr
Klinger Hot Compression Test
Thickness Decrease 73°F (23°C) 8% initial
Thickness Decrease 572°F (300°C) 6% additional
Compressibility ASTM F36J 7-17%
Recovery ASTM F36J 50% minimum
Tensile Strength
ASTM F152 Cross Grain 1,500 psi typical
Change in Tensile Strength
ASTM F152 after immersion in 25% maximum decrease
ASTM Oil IRM903, 5h/300°F (149°C)
Weight Increase
ASTM F146 after immersion in Fuel B 15% maximum
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) 0-7%
ASTM F104 Line Call Out F712122B3E22M5
Leachable Chloride Content
FSA NMG-202-96 (Typical) 200 ppm
Density 87 lb/ft3 (1.4 g/cc)
Color (Top/Bottom) Black
 
Pressure and Temperature
Graphs

Material Thickness: 1/16”
 
 
 
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