Top 6 Considerations When Buying a Gasket

If you’re in the market for gaskets, you may be surprised to find that there are a lot of different gaskets to choose from such as a head gasket, valve cover gasket, flange gasket, and many other types. Knowing what to consider before buying will help to ensure that you purchase the perfect gasket for your specific needs. Considering all these factors will also ensure that your gasket functions properly, avoiding premature failure.

PRESSURE

The amount of pressure placed on a gasket is important as it often dictates material choices. Knowing the downward pressure will help to determine the most suitable material time and how much a gasket will need to deform. Additionally, the pressure from inside and outside the equipment is important, as well.

TEMPERATURE

Temperature is always an important consideration as extreme temperatures and their fluctuations will impact the type of gasket and material chosen. Temperature causes stress through contraction and expansion of materials, so purchasing with temperature in mind is always important.

COMPATIBILITY

Compatibility is an important consideration but one that is often overlooked. Many materials simply are not compatible with one another, this is especially true in applications where the gasket will encounter gases or fluids. Choosing materials that will be as compatible as possible with all the materials will extend the life of the gasket.

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