Flange Gaskets Complete Selection Guide
Proper gasket selection is critical for leak-free flange connections in industrial piping systems.
Gasket Materials
- Non-asbestos fiber: General service
- Graphite: High temperature up to 450C
- PTFE: Corrosive chemicals
- Spiral wound: High pressure applications
- Ring type joint: Extreme pressure
Flange Sizing Standards
- ASME B16.5: American standard
- EN 1092-1: European standard
- JIS B2220: Japanese standard
- GB/T: Chinese standard
Installation Tips
- Clean flange faces thoroughly
- Center gasket properly
- Tighten bolts in star pattern
- Use calibrated torque wrench
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