ENCAPSULATED JOINTS
Encapsulated gaskets
Encapsulated gaskets combine the elasticity and sealing strength of an elastomer with the chemical resistance of Teflon®.
They consist of a silicone or Viton® elastomeric core that has a relatively thin encapsulation that has been molded from a FEP or PFA polymer.
The uniform one-piece FEP/PFA encapsulation provides a nearly universal sealing capability to the encapsulated gasket, while the elastomer core constantly readjusts and presses the encapsulation onto the sealing point. The result is sealing compression at all points, which increases the average pressure. The encapsulated gasket behaves like a highly viscous fluid, so that any pressure exerted on the gasket is transmitted without significant loss in all directions.
Application examples:
Pumps and valves
Filters
Reactor vessels
Pressure vessels
Mechanical seals
Heat exchangers
Autoclaves
Cryogenics
Hose coupling gaskets
Pipes
Gas compressors
Access covers
Pressure relief valves
Tank covers
Examples of industries:
Chemical processes
Aviation and aerospace industry
Oil refineries
Semiconductor manufacturing
Photochemistry
Refrigeration engineering
Food industry
Polymer production
Dye manufacturing
Painting and coating projects
Pharmaceutical production
Transportation of oil and chemicals
