Distinguishing
Characteristics
& Applications

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


  • Synthetic Fiber
  • Modified SBR Binder
  • Controlled Swell
  • Use for Low
    Temperatures and
    Low Pressures
  • Good with Low
    Bolt Loads
  
Creep Relaxation ASTM F38B (1/32”)   35%
Sealability ASTM F37A (1/32”) .20 ml/hr
Klinger Hot Compression Test
Thickness Decrease 73°F (23°C) 10% initial
Thickness Decrease 572°F (300°C) 10% additional
Compressibility ASTM F36J 25-40%
Recovery ASTM F36J 40% minimum
Tensile Strength
ASTM F152 Cross Grain 1,000 psi typical
Change in Tensile Strength
ASTM F152 after immersion in 65% maximum decrease
ASTM Oil IRM903, 5h/300°F (149°C)
Weight Increase
ASTM F146 after immersion in Fuel B 35% maximum
5h/73°F (23°C)
Thickness Increase
ASTM F146 after immersion in
ASTM Oil 1, 5h/300°F (149°C) --
ASTM Oil IRM903, 5h/300°F (149°C) 45%
ASTM Fuel A, 5h/73°F (23°C) --
ASTM Fuel B, 5h/73°F (23°C) 30%
ASTM F104 Line Call Out F716653B6E46M4
Leachable Chloride Content
FSA NMG-202-96 (Typical) 150 ppm
Density 81 lb/ft3 (1.3 g/cc)
Color (Top/Bottom) White
 
Pressure and Temperature
Graphs

Material Thickness: 1/16”
 
 
 
Liquids
Gases and Steam
 
back to gaskets...
 

Back to the Aramid Fiber Main Page...

back to the main Klinger page...
 

Melrath
2901 West Hunting Park Avenue
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19129
800-MELRATH
FAX 215-229-6235

© 2000 Melrath Gasket
site design Vertex Internet