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What are the most commonly used Gaskets for flanged connections?

Flange gaskets are used to create a static seal between two flanges faces, at various operating conditions, with varied pressure and temperature ratings. A gaskets fills the microscopic spaces and irregularities of the flange faces, and then it forms a seal that is designed to keep liquids and gases. Correct installation of damage-free gaskets and demage-free flange faces is a requirement for a leak-free flange connection.


Cross Section of a Spiral Wound gasket

 

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Cross Section of a Spiral Wound gasket
Gaskets for flanged connections
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